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HIGHER EDUCATION PROSPECTUS 2019/20
HELLO AND WELCOME TO UNIVERSITY CENTRE STAMFORD
CONTENTS
COURSES
Welcome to University Centre Stamford (UCS) Access to Higher Education:
Five Great Reasons to Choose UCS 5 Pre-Access11
Facilities6 Business 12
Teaching Excellence Framework 7 Health Professions 13
Qualifications Explained 8 Humanities and Social Science 14
Your Student Journey 9 Teaching15
Animal Management 16
UCS Gradutation Gallery 32 Art and Design 18
Fees and Financial Support 54 Business20
Study Support 55 Computing 22
Careers Support 55 Construction and the Built Environment 24
Transport 56 Counselling26
Open Days 58 Early Childhood (Professional Studies) 28
About Stamford 59 Education (Professional Studies) 30
Games Development 34
This course guide can be made available electronically,
in large font or as an audio guide. Please contact us on Graphic Design 36
01780 484 311 to request this.
Health and Social Care 38
Music40
Performing Arts:
Acting 42
Dance 44
Musical Theatre 46
Photography48
Sportand Exercise Science 50
Teaching52
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5 GREAT REASONS TO STUDY AT UNIVERSITY CENTRE STAMFORD
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5 GREAT REASONS
TO STUDY AT UNIVERSITY CENTRE STAMFORD
EXCELLENT TEACHING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
According to the national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), UCS
is among the best places to study at University Level in the UK. In 2017,
we were awarded the TEF Silver award in recognition of the excellent
teaching and learning opportunities we provide for our students.
PAY LESS, GAIN MORE
Choosing to study with us can save you tens of thousands
of pounds. Our fees are up to £3000 per year less than most
universities, but that’s not all. The average UK student spends
£26,970 over a three-year period on living expenses*. If you study
without moving away then you can avoid this debt.
SMALL CLASS SIZES
Our class sizes rarely exceed 15 students, meaning your tutor has more
time to support you and you have better access to resources. We also
provide tailored one-to-one academic support and careers advice to
all of our students meaning you have the best opportunity to succeed
in your studies and life beyond.
TRANSFORMING THE PROGRESS OF YOUR CAREER
At UCS we understand that employers are looking for practical,
hands-on experience from the graduates they hire. That’s why our
courses have employer involvement and work experience, and
are delivered by lecturers who have spent time working in the
sectors they teach in. This approach has resulted in 89% of our
students being in further study or employment within six months
of graduating**. You will be supported in CV writing, interview
skills and self-promotion techniques to enable you to gain that all
important experience required to break into employment.
SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT AND RESOURCES
We provide industry standard facilities to ensure you learn on the
same equipment you will typically use in your future career. From
state-of-the-art Apple Mac and PC suites, to free WiFi for all and iPads
you can borrow, there is everything you need to study for success.
4 * https://www.timeshighereducation.com/student/advice/cost-studying-university-uk • ** DLHE 2016 5
FACILITIES AT UNIVERSITY CENTRE STAMFORD
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FACILITIES AT UCS TEACHING EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK
EXCELLENTTEACHING&LEARNINGOPPORTUNITIES
Whatever course you study at University Centre Stamford you will
have access to some superb facilities.
In 2017 University Centre Stamford were awarded ‘Silver’ in
UCS COMMON ROOM THE LIBRARY the national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), ranking
Whether you want some ‘peace and The library is open to all students us amongst the some of the best places to study at University
quiet’ to work, relax and chat with and provides a wide range of books, Level in the UK, including top universities and Russell Group
friends or make yourself a brew, our magazines, DVDs and electronic
institutions.
newly refurbished UCS Common resources. There are also computers
Room is the place to be! running the latest software and The TEF Silver award recognises the excellent teaching and learning
facilities for printing assignments, experiences and opportunities we provide for our students.
The UCS Common Room provides
reports, carrying out research and
students with a space separate from The TEF panel stated that UCS achieves excellent outcomes for all students,
much more.
the main college environment. and is notably above benchmark with regards to assessment and feedback,
It is also possible for you to book and progression to employment or further study, with most other areas also
PARKING meeting rooms for you to work with being above benchmark.
There are free car parking facilities peers on group presentations or
on-site for students. You can apply assignments.
for a permit when you enrol. The Panel reported that there was evidence of:
COPY SHOP
DINING The Copy Shop can provide you • High quality course design and assessment practices which provide scope
You will have access to a wide range with a service to improve the final for appropriate levels of stretch, and ensure all students are consistently
of hot and cold catering outlets for look of your work with a variety of challenged and ‘job ready’ when they complete their course.
you to enjoy during your free time, options including, comb binding,
including Starbucks, the Refectory, • High levels of support for students from diverse backgrounds through the
heat binding and laminating
and our professional, student run Academic Support Coach Scheme, and highly valued individual and small
available. There is also a large range
restaurant - The Gallery Kitchen. group sessions.
of coloured paper and card, and the
INSPIRE HAIR AND BEAUTY opportunity to purchase various • Appropriate investment in to physical and digital resources to meet the
items of stationery. needs of students to further their learning.
SALON
Open to staff, students, and the • Good mechanisms for improving the curriculum and delivery, sharing good
public, Inspire Hair and Beauty practice, and personalising the support for the students to maximise their
Salon replicates a real salon readiness for employment.
offering affordable treatments from
highlights to eyelash extensions. Overall, we believe these findings truly represent the priority we place on
Visit www.stamford.ac.uk for our ensuring every student at University Centre Stamford experience the best
price list. learning opportunities possible.
DISCOUNT GYM MEMBERSHIP The Silver TEF Award will be valid until June 2020.
As a student at UCS you’ll receive
discounted membership to Stamford
Fitness and access classes for
just £1!
The gym, based at Borderville Sports MADELINE ATKINS
Centre is open mornings, evenings Chief Executive of the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE)
and weekends and can be used by
students to improve and maintain “To hold any TEF Award, universities and colleges must have already cleared a
their fitness. high bar. The TEF measures excellence over and above this bar.”
To view our classes and book online
visit bordervillesportscentre.co.uk
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YOUR STUDENT JOURNEY
QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED YOUR STUDENT JOURNEY
HNCS Completion of a Foundation Degree will enable you to
HNCs are a Level 4 qualification and take just one year develop your career in the work place. You may choose
to complete full-time. After studying the HNC you to continue your studies at Bachelor’s Degree level. This START NOW
can ‘top-up’ to a HND qualification in just one year, or might be through a ‘top-up’ programme, or by direct
progress to employment and kick start your career. entry to University at Level 6.
RESEARCH our courses. VISIT University Centre
HNDS HOW DO I ‘TOP-UP’ MY QUALIFICATION?
Stamford on an Open
HNDs are work-related courses that focus on ‘learning Typically, students graduating with a Foundation Degree
Evening or another time
by doing’ and are designed to give you specific skills or HND can go on to achieve a Bachelor’s Degree with
to suit you.
for employment. A HND (Higher National Diploma) is one further year of academic study at University (longer
a Level 5 qualification and typically takes two years to if part-time).
complete. It is considered equivalent to the first and Some Universities might allow you to transfer your
second years of a Bachelor’s Degree and many use it as accumulated credits, enabling you to enter into a full
a stepping-stone to complete a full degree. degree programme, directly at Level 6.
Once you have completed your HND you can go straight In certain subjects, for example, Professional Studies,
in to employment or you could apply for the final year standalone ‘top-up’ courses offer you an opportunity to APPLY for your Student PREPARE for your interview. APPLY direct to the
‘top-up’ full degree at University. Acceptance on to these earn the extra credits you need at Level 6, to convert Finance, Tuition Fee Loan and Not quite ‘The Apprentice’ University Centre Stamford
courses is at the discretion of the institution offering the your Foundation Degree into a Bachelor’s Degree. Maintenance Loan Support but an opportunity for us or through UCAS (UCAS
top-up. between January 2019 and to find out more about you, deadline: Jan 2019).
Entry to either of these progression routes is at the
FOUNDATION DEGREES July 2019. and for you to find out more
discretion of the receiving University, and dependent
Foundation Degrees are vocational alternatives to about us.
upon availability in the subject area.
traditional degrees. Like HNDs, these are also considered
equivalent to the first and second years of a Bachelor’s
Degree but offer a more work-related alternative, with
the aim to develop you for a specific work sector. This
Level 5 qualification is often favoured by students who
want to work and study at the same time, with modules
designed with industry demands in mind. ACCEPT YOUR OFFER! RESULTS... HELLO!
If you’ve been offered a place If you’re awaiting exam Enrolment for all new
it’s time to celebrate and results, we will confirm your students is August 2019.
accept your offer from us place in August 2019.
before June 2019.
GRADUATE! WORK HARD, PLAY HARD! ARRIVAL AND INDUCTION
All the hard work pays off. Put 100% in to your course, We will develop an induction
You get a qualification to be and reap the rewards. timetable so you can find all
proud of and get to wear a the support and services for
fancy cap and gown too. you to settle in to UCS life.
YOUR FUTURE!
The possibilities are endless!
GOOD LUCK!
As UCS alumni you are always
welcome back to get careers
advice, or you may even like to
share your experiences with our
new students.
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ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
PRE-ACCESS
INTRODUCTION TO
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This Pre-Access course is designed to provide mature students
ACCESS TO HIGHER Level 2 with the chance to achieve the Level 2 qualifications they need
EDUCATION: YOUR to progress to the Access to Higher Education Diploma or other
Course code
STEPPING STONES PREACAP Level 3 courses. You will study units such as a careers module,
TO UNIVERSITY which will enable you to explore different career opportunities and
Duration
1 year different subject pathways including health, business, teaching and
social sciences (subject to demand). You’ll also undertake GCSE
GET TO UNIVERSITY Contact time (per week)
Functional Skills maths and English to aid your progression
IN JUST ONE YEAR! Monday - Wednesday
to university.
The Access to Higher 9.30 - 14.00
Education Diploma is a Validated by
qualification which prepares AIM Awards
people without traditional
Fees (per year) Entry Requirements: Methods of Assessment:
qualifications for study
£724 No formal qualifications are required You will need to complete a portfolio
at university.
however you must be able to of assignments, which are externally
Choose from various demonstrate life experience and the moderated by Aim Awards. You
pathways including: commitment to progress your career. will also undertake exams for your
GCSE subjects and a combination of
• Business Course Content:
tests, coursework and presentations
Business and Law
• Health Professions for the AIM Certificate. You will
•
Law
also undertake practicals in science
• Humanities and Social • Business modules.
Sciences
• Study Skills
Progression Routes:
• Teaching • Careers and Tutorial Successful completion of this
course will provide you with the
Health Professions
qualifications required to enrol on to
• Human Respiratory and Cardiac
a Level 3 Access to Higher Education
Systems
course at University Centre Stamford,
• Introduction to Sociology including Access to Business, Health
Access to Higher Education • Study Skills Professions, Humanities and Social
students entered degree • Careers and Tutorial Sciences, and Teaching.
courses in England and
Core Subjects Trips and Events:
Wales*
• GCSE or Functional Skills maths To support your progression, you
and/or English will have the opportunity to attend
various careers events at local
• GCSE Human biology if you wish
universities.
to progress on to the Access to
Higher Education Diploma (Health Facilities and Support:
of Access to Higher Professions) pathway. You will have access to various
Education students are study facilities including a recently
How will you Learn?
accepted by their local refurbished Library where you’ll
You will learn through a variety
universities have access to books, journals and
of methods including theory and
computers. You will also have tutorial
practice, portfolio development and
and study support throughout
assignments, individual presentations
your course to assist you with
and group work. You will develop the
your studies.
skills you need for higher level study
and you will develop practical science
skills within the health pathway. You
will be required to complete work
outside of class time.
10 * http://www.accesstohe.ac.uk/AboutUs/Publications/Documents/Access-Info-web-2017.pdf 11
ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
ACCESS TO HEALTH
ACCESS TO BUSINESS
ACCESS TO ACCESS TO
HIGHER EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION
PROFESSIONS
This one year intensive course is intended for adults with an This one year intensive course is for adults with an interest in
Level 3 interest in attending university to study Business Studies, Level 3 attending university to study Nursing, Midwifery or other health
Course code Management, Marketing, Accountancy or other business related professions. It is specifically designed for those without formal
Course code
ACBUS1F degrees. It is specifically designed for those without formal Level ACHEAAP Level 3, BTEC or A Level qualifications to acquire the knowledge
3, BTEC or A Level qualifications to acquire the knowledge and and skills needed to apply to university.
Duration Duration
1 year skills needed to apply to university. The course will develop your 1 year
knowledge, interest and skills of the contemporary business arena
Contact time (per week) Contact time (per week)
Monday - Thursday
globally and nationally. Entry Requirements: How will you Learn?
Monday - Thursday
9.30 - 14.30 GCSE maths and English at grades You will learn through a variety
9.30 - 14.30
Plus one half day per week if C/4 or above as this is a requirement of methods including theory and
Plus one half day per week if
you require GCSE English of university study. practice, practical science activities,
Entry Requirements: strategies. The course will develop you require GCSE English
or maths. portfolio development, assignments,
GCSE maths and English at grades effective organisational and time or maths. You may be able to undertake one of
individual presentations and group
Validated by C/4 or above as this is a requirement management skills in order to these qualifications whilst studying
Validated by work. The course will develop
AIM Awards of university study. complete the assessments outside of the Access to Higher Education
AIM Awards effective organisational and time
class time to meet your deadlines. course at the discretion of your
You may be able to undertake one of management skills in order to
Fees (per year) Fees (per year) course co-ordinator.
these qualifications whilst studying Methods of Assessment: complete the assessments outside of
£3,000 £3,000
the Access to Higher Education You will be taught by lecturers Course Content: class time to meet your deadlines.
course at the discretion of your experienced in both their subject and You will study units in:
Methods of Assessment:
course co-ordinator. in teaching adults. You will be taught by lecturers
Human Biology
Course Content: Assessment will be ongoing using a • Human Cell Biology experienced in both their subject and
You will study units in: variety of methods including written, in teaching adults.
• Biological Communication Systems
oral and under exam conditions, in Assessment will be ongoing using a
• Organisational Structures • Genetics
order to prepare you for your future variety of methods including written,
• Marketing Tools university experience. • Human Physiology
oral, and under exam conditions, in
• Business and the Economy • Human Respiratory and Cardiac order to prepare you for your future
Progression Routes:
Systems university experience.
• External Influences in Business You will be encouraged to apply to
chosen universities by early January • Infectious Diseases
• Motivational Management and Progression Routes:
Leadership and upon successful completion of • Reproduction You will be encouraged to apply
the course, particularly at merit or • Skeleton and Muscles to universities by early January
• Ethics in Business
distinction level, you should be able and upon successful completion of
• Human Resources to attend university to study in your Psychology
the course, particularly at merit or
• An Introduction to Financial chosen field. • Abnormal Psychology
distinction level, you should be able
Accounting • Treatment and Therapies to attend university to study in your
Trips and Events:
• Introduction to Business To support your progression, you • Understanding stress chosen field.
• IT Skills for Business will have the opportunity to attend Health Studies Trips and Events:
• Actus Rea and Mens Rea various careers events at local • Ethics and Inequalities in Health To support your progression, you
universities. will have the opportunity to attend
• Employment Law • Understanding Mental Health
Facilities and Support: various careers events at local
Study Skills Study Skills universities.
You will have access to various
• English for Academic Study • Maths in a Health and Care Context
study facilities including a recently Facilities and Support:
• Career Progression Skills refurbished Library where you’ll • English for Academic Study You will have access to various
• Producing a Written Assignment have access to books, journals and • Research and Referencing study facilities including a recently
computers. You will also have tutorial refurbished Library where you’ll
How will you Learn? • Progression Skills
and study support throughout have access to books, journals and
You will learn through a variety your course to assist you with computers. You will also have tutorial
of methods including theory and your studies. and study support throughout
practice, portfolio development and
your course to assist you with
assignments, individual presentations,
your studies.
group work and the investigation
of businesses and their current
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ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
ACCESS TO HUMANITIES
ACCESS TO TEACHING
ACCESS TO ACCESS TO
HIGHER EDUCATION
AND SOCIAL SCIENCES HIGHER EDUCATION
This one year intensive course is intended for adults with an This one year intensive course is intended for adults with an
Level 3 interest in attending university to study English, Geography, Level 3 interest in attending university to study Education or other
Psychology or Sociology. It is specifically designed for those Course code teaching qualifications. It is specifically designed for those without
Course code
ACHSSAP without formal Level 3, BTEC or A Level qualifications to acquire ACTEAAP formal Level 3, BTEC or A Level qualifications to acquire the
the knowledge and skills needed to apply to university. Duration knowledge and skills needed to apply to university.
Duration
1 year 1 year
Contact time (per week) Contact time (per week)
Monday - Wednesday Entry Requirements: Methods of Assessment:
Monday - Thursday Entry Requirements: How will you Learn?
9.30 - 14.30 GCSE maths and English at grades You will be taught by lecturers
9.30 - 14.30 GCSE maths and English at grades You will learn through a variety
Plus one half day per week if C/4 or above as this is a requirement experienced in both their subject and
Plus one half day per week if C/4 or above as this is a requirement of methods including theory and
you require GCSE English of university study. in teaching adults.
you require GCSE English of university study. practice, portfolio development and
or maths. assignments, individual presentations or maths. You may be able to undertake one of Assessment will be ongoing using a
You may be able to undertake one of
and group work. The course will Validated by these qualifications whilst studying variety of methods including written,
Validated by these qualifications whilst studying
develop effective organisational and AIM Awards the Access to Higher Education oral and under exam conditions, in
AIM Awards the Access to Higher Education
time management skills in order to course at the discretion of your order to prepare you for your future
course at the discretion of your Fees (per year)
Fees (per year) complete the assessments outside of course co-ordinator. university experience.
course co-ordinator. £3,000
£3,000 class time to meet your deadlines.
Course Content: Progression Routes:
Course Content:
Methods of Assessment: You will study units in: You will be encouraged to apply to
You will study units in:
You will be taught by lecturers chosen universities by early January
• English
English experienced in both their subject and and upon successful completion of
• Introduction to Literature in teaching adults. • History the course, particularly at merit or
• Sociology distinction level, you should be able
• Appreciation of a Novel Assessment will be ongoing using a
to attend university to study in your
• Appreciation of a Shakespeare Play variety of methods including written, • Psychology
chosen field.
oral and under exam conditions, in • Planning a Teaching Session in a
Psychology order to prepare you for your future Trips and Events:
School
• Abnormal Psychology university experience. To support your progression, you
• School Placement (practical)
• Treatment and Therapies will have the opportunity to attend
Progression Routes: • The School in a Wider Context
• Understanding Stress various careers events at local
You will be encouraged to apply to
• The Teaching Experience universities.
Geography chosen universities by early January
and upon successful completion of • Early Years Facilities and Support:
• Introduction to Ecology
the course, particularly at merit or • Language Aquisition: The You will have access to various
• Plate Tectonics
distinction level, you should be able Development of Literacy study facilities including a recently
• Rocks and the Rock Cycle to attend university to study in your refurbished Library where you’ll
Study Skills
• Environmental Pollution chosen field. have access to books, journals and
• English for Academic Study
computers. You will also have tutorial
Sociology Trips and Events: • Research and Referencing and study support throughout
• Sociological Theory To support your progression, you
• Producing a Written Assignment your course to assist you with
will have the opportunity to attend
• Sociology of the Family your studies.
various careers events at local How will you Learn?
• Sociology of Education Research universities. You will learn through a variety
Methods in Sociology
of methods including theory and
Facilities and Support:
Study Skills practice, portfolio development and
You will have access to various
• Career Progression Skills assignments, individual presentations
study facilities including a recently
and group work. The course will
• Research and Referencing refurbished Library where you’ll
develop effective organisational and
• Producing a Written Assignment have access to books, journals and
time management skills in order to
computers. You will also have tutorial
complete the assessments outside of
and study support throughout
class time to meet your deadlines.
your course to assist you with
your studies.
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ANIMAL MANAGEMENT
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HNC/HND ANIMAL MANAGEMENT
The Animal Management sector is evolving and expanding constantly and therefore requires an
Level 4/5
adaptable and knowledgeable workforce to meet these changes. This course will provide you with a
Course code solid in-depth introduction to animal welfare and management, to meet employer demands in such a
HCANMAP
competitive industry.
Centre UCAS code
N33
UCAS course code
D328 Entry Requirements: An in-depth, independent research Work-based Learning and
• 96 UCAS points typically from project will also form a large part of Employability Development:
Duration
A Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in your second year of study in which You will be required to complete
HNC full-time: 1 year
Animal Studies, although students you will need to investigate, analyse at least 80 hours work experience
HNC part-time: 2 years
from other subject specialisms are and report on a set theme relating to where you will learn essential
HND full-time: 2 years encouraged to apply animal behaviour and welfare. industry skills to strengthen your
HND part-time: 4 years employability. UCS also has links with
• Mature students who may not Methods of Assessment:
local vets, kennels, pet shops, animal
Contact time (per week) have formal qualifications are A range of assessment methods
shelters and zoos to support your
Full-time: 2 days encouraged to apply for an will be used including reports,
progression in to employment.
Part-time: 1 day interview where you will be presentations, practical
considered on your experience, demonstrations, essays, academic Facilities and Support:
Validated by enthusiasm and commitment posters, journal articles, laboratory You will have access to a range of
Pearson Edexcel practicals, and research projects. species housed in the on-site Animal
Course Content:
Fees (per year) Studies Unit and develop necessary
Year 1 Progression Routes:
Full-time: £6,500 skills in animal management and
Upon successful completion of
Part-time: £3,250 C Animal Health and Welfare husbandry. The Animal Studies Unit
this course you could apply for
has recently undergone significant
Other costs (per year) C Business and the Business the final year ‘top-up’ full degree
development to provide facilities
Uniform: £40 Environment e.g. Bachelor’s Degree in Animal
which exceed current animal welfare
Management, Animal Biology or
Trips and Visits: £50 C Managing a Successful Project standards and now includes a
Animal Behaviour.
range of small mammals, reptiles,
Optional residential: S Animal Behaviour in Society Acceptance on to these courses is amphibians, fish and invertebrates,
£2,200 approx (South Africa) at the discretion of the institution as well as a bespoke nocturnal
S Animal Husbandry
offering the top-up (for more room, grooming facilities and a large
S Animal Anatomy and Physiology information please see page 8). outside area housing rabbits, guinea
pigs, ferrets, birds, marmosets
O Animal Nutrition Former students are now employed and meerkats.
in the animal care industry in
ALEXA HOWARD- O Management of Exotic Species
a number of roles including, The centre also works closely with
CHALMERS Year 2 Wildlife Rehabilitators, Canine a local farm which houses a range
Hydrotherapists, Animal Technicians, of livestock including sheep, cattle,
“Returning to education as C Biological Principles goats, horses, pigs and poultry,
Aviculturists, Kennels and Cattery
a mature student was a C Research Project Workers, Zoo Keepers and providing a number of invaluable
daunting prospect however it Conservationalists. practical and research opportunities.
was without a doubt the best S Anthrozoology Additionally, the unit also benefits
thing I ever did! The support Trips and Events: from a large practical classroom
S Evolution and Adaptations You will have the opportunity to be
from the lecturers and the which is used for demonstrations,
passion they have for animal O Animal Breeding and Genetics involved in regular trips to wildlife laboratory practicals, animal
care and welfare was truly parks, zoos, animal shelters, natural health assessments and animal
O Wildlife Conservation history museums and an opportunity
inspirational.” training tutorials.
O Work Experience
to train with Safari Guides in South
Africa (subject to costs). Throughout You will also have access to an
How will you Learn? the course you will meet industry Academic Support Tutor to assist
You will learn through lectures, specialists including Reptile you with your studies and careers
seminars, practical demonstrations, Specialists, Zoo Keepers, Boarding advisors to help you with your
independent research, visits, field Establishment Owners, Ecologists future employment.
work and through work-related and Vets.
experiences on the programme.
16 Course Content Key C Core Modules S Specialised Modules O Optional Modules 17
ART AND DESIGN
ART AND DESIGN
FOUNDATION
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The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design has an enviable reputation for excellence with high rates
Level 3 of progression and many students being accepted onto high-calibre degree courses at prominent
Course code universities to study a range of specialist subjects. Run through the University of the Arts, London,
DPFDAAP this course follows the Bauhaus Model to develop your contextual and practical skills through
Duration experimental and experiential learning. This course is enriched with a variety of project visits,
1 year including a five day residential in a European city as well as input from a wide variety of professionals
Contact time (per week)
to ensure you are aware of the demands of the Art and Design industry.
5 days
Validated by
University of the Arts London Trips and Events:
Entry Requirements: How will you Learn?
Fees (per year) • One arts-based A Level or a You will be set a series of projects Typically you will have the
This course is free for students vocationally relevant qualification in conjunction with short and often opportunity to take part in three day
aged 18 on entry such as an Extended Diploma and group assignments which investigate trips per year. Venues vary and in
5 GCSEs at grades C/4 or above the development of ideas and the past have included the V and A,
£5,421 for students 19+ including English concepts, that run parallel to a series Tate Modern London and Liverpool,
Students aged 19-23 may be of practical workshops in a range of The National Portrait Gallery and the
• Merit grade at Level 2 Diploma or
entitled to fee remission if media and contextual exploration. Imperial War Museum. You will also
equivalent
they haven’t achieved a Level This includes, painting, printmaking, have the opportunity to join a one
3 qualification • You will be required to provide a life-drawing, textiles, spatial design, week residential trip in a European
portfolio at interview sculpture/3D, photography, film, City such as Paris.
Other costs (per year) graphic design, and illustration.
A studio fee £160 will cover Course Content: Competitions:
the cost of resources and The Foundation Diploma is split in to Through media, you will explore Competitions are open to students
day trips three parts: alternative and innovative ways in each year and you will be encouraged
which your project topic can be to enter. Previous students have won
• Learning Skills and Context interpreted, drawing on multiple or have been runners up in a variety
• Development and Progression disciplines. of competitions covering areas such
as fine art, design and publishing.
• Proposal and Realisation Methods of Assessment:
A range of assessment methods Work-based Learning and
Which includes the following units: will be used including tutorial, Employability Development:
presentations, academic essays and You will end your course by
C Art and Design Research
work-based projects. A stunning completing a progression unit, which
Methods
portfolio of work will be generated explores careers and offers UCAS
C Art and Design Ideas throughout the year, which will advice. This will expose you to a
Development showcase your wide range of skills variety of progression possibilities.
and can be used to present to In addition, we have close links with
C Art and Design Materials Methods
university admissions or potential professional practitioners who can
C Art and Design Evaluation and employers. Much emphasis is set help you advertise, organise and
Reflection on critiques, presentations and curate your own exhibitions.
improving your ability to discuss your
C Integrated Art and Design, Facilities and Support:
progress and concepts.
Research, Ideas and Methods You will have access to PC and Mac
Progression Routes: facilities, as well as a well resourced
C Preparation for Progression in Art You will gain 80 UCAS points for base room which includes ceramics,
and Design a pass, 96 for a merit and 112 for printmaking, 3D drawing and painting
C Art and Design Project Proposal a distinction. This course is the equipment. You will be provided with
and Realisation preferred qualification for most art your own cubical to decorate with
based courses at university and will your creative ideas.
enable you to further develop your
Alongside all of this you’ll also have
portfolio for progression to further
weekly timetabled periods in the
study or employment.
photographic studios which includes
traditional dark room facilities.
18 Course Content Key C Core Modules 19BUSINESS
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HNC/HND BUSINESS
This course provides you with a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required
Level 4/5
in the business sector and is recognised nationally by employers. Our aim is to provide you with
Course code knowledge, understanding and skills in a range of administrative and management positions in
HDBUSAP
business to allow you to successfully progress in the future.
Centre UCAS code
N33
UCAS course code
Entry Requirements: How will you Learn? Work-based Learning and
ON12
• 96 UCAS points typically from You will learn through a combination Employability Development:
Duration A Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in of independent and group activities You will visit external providers
HNC full-time: 1 year Business, although students from including lectures, seminars, trips, and meet with potential employers
HNC part-time: 2 years other subject specialisms are visits and work-related experiences. at expositions and will be actively
encouraged to apply encouraged to be employed during
HND full-time: 2 years Methods of Assessment:
their course provision. There is
HND part-time: 3-4 years • Mature students who may not A range of assessment methods
an extensive tutorial pathway to
have formal qualifications are will be used including reports,
Contact time (per week) improve employability and
encouraged to apply for an presentations, essays, examinations
Full-time: 2 days career options.
interview where you will be and research projects. Team work in
Part-time: 1 day Facilities and Support:
considered on your experience, assessments is also encouraged.
Validated by enthusiasm and commitment You will be taught in a dedicated
Progression Routes:
Pearson Edexcel classroom and have access to various
Course Content: The HND is a specialist vocational
study facilities including a recently
Fees (per year) Year 1 programme with a strong work-
refurbished Library where you’ll have
Full-time: £6,500 related emphasis. You could gain
C Business and the Business access to books, journals, computers
Part-time: £3,250 employment in the following
Environment and e-resources. Free WiFi is
disciplines: finance and accounts, HR
Other costs (per year) available to all students.
C Marketing Essentials management, marketing and digital
Some travel costs will be marketing, sales and promotion, You will also have access to an
required for external visits. C Human Resource Management operations management, logistics Academic Support Tutor to assist
This will typically be around and event management. you with your studies and careers
C Management and Operations
£100 advisors to help you with your
C Management Accounting Successful completion of this
future employment.
course will provide you with the
C Managing a Successful Business qualifications required to ‘top-up’ to a
Project full Bachelor’s Degree at university in
just one year. Acceptance on to these
VICTORIA O Entrepreneurship and Small
courses is at the discretion of the
Business Management
BARNES institution offering the top-up (for
O Financial Accounting with AAT more information please see page 8).
“I studied the HND through an Level 2 Bookkeeping
apprenticeship with Cummins Trips and Events:
Technology Ltd. Thanks to Year 2 You will have the opportunity to
the high calibre teaching and take part in a range of trips including
C Research Project
flexible learning options I using local businesses as case studies
am now able to springboard C Organisational Behaviour for assignments and Business Expos
to higher positions in the to network with professionals. We
S Operations and Project also invite guest speakers to work
company and ‘top-up’ my
Management with you to enhance your learning
degree at university.”
O Planning for Growth experience. Please note that trips
may differ year-on-year.
O Business Strategy
O International Marketing
O Pitching and Negotiating Skills
20 Course Content Key C Core Modules S Specialised Modules O Optional Modules 21COMPUTING
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This course will develop your professional and self-reflection skills to meet the demands of employers
Level 4/5 in the computing sector, and allow you to adapt to a constantly changing world. You will gain a
Course code nationally recognised, vocationally specific qualification to enter employment in computing and
HDCOMAP systems development, whilst ensuring you are prepared for the workplace.
Centre UCAS code
N33
UCAS course code
I190 Entry Requirements: How will you Learn? Work-based Learning and
• 96 UCAS points typically from You will learn through a combination Employability Development:
Duration
A Levels or Level 3 Diploma in of independent and group activities You will undertake live assignments
HNC full-time: 1 year
Computing or IT, although students including lectures, seminars, practical for real clients. There is an extensive
HNC part-time: 2 years
from other subject specialisms are workshops, and demonstrations, tutorial pathway to improve
HND full-time: 2 years encouraged to apply tutorials, trips, visits and work-related employability and career options.
HND part-time: 4 years experiences.
• Mature students who may not You will also have the opportunity to
Contact time (per week) have formal qualifications are Methods of Assessment: meet guest speakers from industry
Full-time: 2 days encouraged to apply for an A range of assessment methods including consultants within the field
Part-time: 1 day interview where you will be will be used including reports, of web design, database and security.
considered on your experience, presentations, and research projects. Please note that guest speakers may
Validated by enthusiasm and commitment differ year-on-year. You will also
Pearson Edexcel Progression Routes:
complete one weeks work experience
Course Content: Successful completion of this
Fees (per year) in the second year.
Year 1 course will provide you with the
Full-time: £6,500 qualifications required to ‘top-up’ to a Facilities and Support:
Part-time: £3,250 C Programming
full Bachelor’s Degree at university in You will be taught in a dedicated
Other costs (per year) C Networking just one year. Acceptance on to these IT suite with high specification
Some travel costs will be courses is at the discretion of the computers running the latest industry
C Professional Practice institution offering the top-up (for standard software including Adobe
required for external visits.
This is typically around £100 C Database Design more information please see page 8). Creative Cloud. You will also have
access to high-speed internet on
C Security The HND is a specialist vocational
these systems. Free Wi-Fi is available
programme with a strong work-
to all students.
C Managing a Successful Computer related emphasis. You could gain
Project employment in the computing Throughout your course you will use
industry in roles such as a Systems the Google Suite for Education for
DAVID WATTS S Software Development Life
Analyst, Data Designer, Database lesson resources, assignments and
Cycles
Administrator, IT Project Manager, IT group collaboration.
“Because of the diverse range
S Web Design and Development Support Technician or Web Designer.
of topics studied on the You will also have access to an
HND, I was able to develop Year 2 Trips and Events: Academic Support Tutor to assist
a set of skills that built the You will have the opportunity to you with your studies and careers
foundations of my career. I C Computing Research Project
take part in a range of trips such as advisors to help you with your
now work as a Web Analyst C Business Intelligence exploring the history of computing future employment.
for a popular TV company at Bletchley Park and gaming events
and am responsible for the S Application Development such as the popular EGX. Please note
analytics of three £multi- that trips may differ year-on-year.
S Application Program Interfaces
million websites.”
S User Experience & Interface
Design
S Architecture
S Emerging Technologies
22 Course Content Key C Core Modules S Specialised Modules 23CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
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BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Level 4
Advance your career and move to higher level management roles with this part-time course. This
Course code
course is designed for those working in the construction industry or wanting to progress to the sector
HCCONAP
and respond to the increasing demand for higher level professionals in the construction industry.
Centre UCAS code The HNC in Construction and the Built Environment offers multiple pathways including construction,
N33
building services engineering or surveying. This course will allow you to progress to job roles such as
UCAS course code a Site Manager, Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor. Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4) opportunities may
K330 also be available.
Duration
Part-time: 2 years
Contact time (per week) Entry Requirements: Specialist and optional units are Progression Routes:
Part-time: 1 day You will preferably hold a Level 3 dependent upon the pathway you This qualification is a step to help
Validated by construction qualification, although choose: you gain a higher level, professional
Pearson Edexcel mature learners with appropriate status within the construction
S Legal and Statutory
experience and/or professional industry and gives you access to the
Fees (per year) Responsibilities in Construction
qualifications are also encouraged to professional associations connected
Part-time: £3,250 apply. S Measurement and Estimating with the sector.
Other costs (per year) Entry can be dependent on a S Financial Management Trips and Events:
Some travel costs will be variety of academic and skills-based and Business Practices in You will have the opportunity to visit
required for external visits. experience, and is evaluated on an Construction the Construction Trade Fair at the
This will typically be around individual basis. NEC Arena in Birmingham, as well as
£150 S Construction Information other trade based events.
Course Content: (Drawing, Detailing, Specification)
Facilities and Support:
C Individual Project S Principles of Structural Design You will have access to various
C Construction Technology S Mathematics for Construction study facilities including a recently
refurbished Library where you’ll
C Science and Materials S Principles of Heating System have access to books, journals
Design and Installation and computers. Our £3.5 million
C Construction Practice and
Management Construction Skills Centre is
S Principles of Ventilation and Air
equipped with industry standard
Condition Design and Installation
equipment to ensure you are
O Tender and Procurement prepared to excel in the industry.
How will you Learn? You will also have access to an
You will undertake practical Academic Support Tutor to assist
workshops, one-to-one tutorials, you with your studies and Careers
seminars, lectures and explore Advisors to help you with your future
research strategies to support your employment.
professional development.
Methods of Assessment:
Assessment will be ongoing through
assignments and projects. Some
end of module and in-course
examinations will also be taken.
24 Course Content Key C Core Modules S Specialised Modules O Optional Modules 25COUNSELLING
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COUNSELLING
Level 5
Achieving this qualification enables you to practice as a Counsellor. This course provides you with a
Course code
D5THCAP
thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the counselling sector and is
recognised nationally by employers. Our aim is to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and
Duration
skills in a range of counselling specialisms to allow you to successfully progress in the future.
2 years
Contact time (per week)
1 day
Entry Requirements: Methods of Assessment: Work-based Learning and
Validated by • Diploma in Counselling Skills and Employability Development:
Pearson Edexcel A range of assessment methods
Theory Level 3 The Professional Diploma in
will be used including reports,
Fees (per year) Therapeutic Counselling is a specialist
• The ability to secure 100 hours of presentations, essays, and research
£2,500 vocational programme with a strong
counselling practice projects. Teamwork in assessment
work-related emphasis. You will be
is also encouraged at this level of
Course Content: on placement during the course and
learning.
you will need to gain 100 hours of
C Person-centred Approaches to counselling practice.
Progression Routes:
Counselling
This course qualifies you at
CASPER VAN C Counselling Skills, Development practitioner level as a Counsellor.
Facilities and Support:
You will have access to various
DONGEN and Practice You could gain employment in
study facilities including a recently
the counselling field or related
“The course offers both a C Comparative Theories and refurbished Library where you’ll
psychological professions.
solid theoretic background Approaches in Counselling have access to books, journals and
and a constant flow of great Successful completion of this computers. You will also have study
C Continual Personal Development course will provide you with the support throughout your course to
material that is practically
in Counselling qualifications required to ‘top-up’ to a assist you with your studies.
applicable to counselling
work. The teaching is really C Human Development in Relation full Bachelor’s Degree at university in
You will also have access to an
second to none and I always to Counselling just one year.
Academic Support Tutor to assist
looked forward to my college you with your studies and careers
C Client work in Therapeutic Acceptance on to these courses is
day. Now I have completed advisors to help you with your future
Counselling at the discretion of the institution
my Level 5, I feel equipped employment.
offering the top-up (for more
to start and build my own C Counselling for Loss and Grief information please see page 8).
private practice.”
C Counselling Clients who have Trips and Events:
Experienced Abuse This course is enriched with a
variety of trips and visits from guest
How will you Learn?
speakers who have experience in
You will learn through a combination
counselling professions or related
of independent and group activities
fields, to develop your knowledge of
including lectures, seminars, trips,
different career opportunities.
visits and work-related experiences.
26 Course Content Key C Core Modules 27EARLY CHILDHOOD
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
Level 5 If you currently work in an early years setting with children aged between 0 and 8 years old, the
Course code Early Childhood pathway of our Professional Studies Foundation Degree is for you. This could be in a
FNECHAP private or maintained nursery, as a Child-minder or Nanny, in a Children’s Centre or a variety of other
Centre UCAS code settings with young children.
N33
UCAS course code
L521 Entry Requirements: How will you Learn? routes, which allow you to continue
Typically one of the below: This work-focussed Foundation to work and study, are available at
Duration
Degree is a combination of practice- Bishop Grosseteste University.
2 years • Level 3 Diploma
based learning and campus-based
Acceptance on to these courses is
Contact time (per week) • Level 3 NVQ sessions, which run once a week so
at the discretion of the institution
1 day that you are still able to continue
• Access to Higher Education offering the top-up (for more
in employment throughout the
Validated by Programmes information please see page 8).
duration of the course. It is designed
Bishop Grosseteste University
• Equivalent Level 3 subject/ to improve your personal and Work-based Learning and
Fees (per year) vocational qualifications professional communication skills Employability Development:
£6,500 and will increase your knowledge and Our Professional Studies Foundation
Plus a work requirement of: understanding of how children learn Degree courses are designed to be
by developing new ways of working studied without you having to leave
• Typically, a minimum of one year’s
and challenging existing assumptions. work – in fact, they work alongside
experience in practice, of at least
two days a week in a relevant your career.
You will learn though lectures,
role, plus ongoing practice of 12 seminars and workshops, alongside Facilities and Support:
hours per week in a relevant role visiting speakers from the sector You will have access to various
throughout the duration of which will provide opportunities study facilities including a recently
the course for you to discuss, question and refurbished Library where you’ll
challenge. have access to books, journals and
• Written support from your
workplace computers.
Methods of Assessment:
A variety of assessment methods You will also have access to an
GEMMA • A successful interview and
are used including presentations, Academic Support Tutor to assist
written task
SCULLION written assignments such as essays you with your studies and careers
Course Content: and reports and portfolios of work- advisors to help you with your
“The Foundation Degree Year 1 focussed learning. All assessments future employment.
opened up so many career enable you to relate theory to
paths for me! I gained C Tools for Learning
practice.
fantastic experience from C The Individual in Society
lecturers and peers and new Progression Routes:
skills I never knew I possessed. C Philosophies, Policy and Provision Many of our Foundation Degree
I now work as an unqualified graduates take on higher level roles,
C Collaborative Practice specialising in areas such as family
Teacher whilst studying my
final year ‘top-up’ to progress Year 2 liaison, special educational needs,
to Qualified Teacher Status managing settings in early years,
C Supporting Learning in Early mentoring or roles in the wider
(QTS).”
Years community and with local authorities.
C Inclusion Successful completion of this
C Rights of the Child in Early Years course will provide you with the
Practice qualifications required to ‘top-up’ to
a full Bachelor’s Degree at university
C Practitioner Research in just one year. Tailored progression
* This qualification is awarded by Bishop Grosseteste University and is delivered by University Centre Stamford.
28 Course Content Key C Core Modules 29EDUCATION
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EDUCATION
Level 5 If you are working and supporting children in primary, secondary and special schools, or with
Course code
learners in further education colleges, the Education pathway of our Professional Studies Foundation
FNEDUAP Degree is designed for you. Many of our students on the education pathway are employed as
Teaching Assistants in schools, working alongside a qualified teacher. They support formal learning
Centre UCAS code
N33 opportunities for children and young people, and may often take whole classes for sessions or work
with children who have a particular need.
UCAS course code
L522
Duration
Entry Requirements: How will you Learn? in just one year. Tailored progression
2 years
Typically one of the below: This work-focussed Foundation routes, which allow you to continue
Contact time (per week) Degree is a combination of practice- to work and study, are available at
• Level 3 Diploma
1 day based learning and campus-based Bishop Grosseteste University.
• Level 3 NVQ sessions, which run once a week
Validated by Acceptance on to these courses is
so that you are able to continue
Bishop Grosseteste University • Access to Higher Education at the discretion of the institution
in employment throughout the
Programmes offering the top-up (for more
Fees (per year) duration of the course. It is designed
information please see page 8).
£6,500 • Equivalent Level 3 subject/ to improve your personal and
vocational qualifications professional communication skills, Work-based Learning and
and will increase your knowledge Employability Development:
Plus a work requirement of: and understanding of how children Our Professional Studies Foundation
and young people learn and mature, Degree courses are designed to be
• Typically, a minimum of one year’s
by developing new ways of working studied without you having to leave
experience in practice, of at least
and challenging existing assumptions. work – in fact, they work alongside
two days a week, in a relevant
You will learn though lectures, your career.
role, plus ongoing practice of
seminars and workshops, alongside
minimum 12 hours/week minimum, Facilities and Support:
visiting speakers from the sector
in a relevant role, throughout the You will have access to various
which will provide opportunities
duration of the course study facilities including a recently
for you to discuss, question and
• Written support from the challenge. refurbished Library where you’ll
have access to books, journals and
HANNAH applicant’s workplace
Methods of Assessment: computers.
KAVANAGH • A successful interview, and written A variety of assessment methods
task are used including presentations, You will also have access to an
“The course is interesting and written assignments such as essays Academic Support Tutor to assist
fast paced with tutors who Course Content: you with your studies and careers
and reports, and portfolios of work-
are passionate about their Year 1 advisors to help you with your
focussed learning. All assessments
subjects. The Foundation enable you to relate theory to future employment.
C Tools for Learning
Degree provides transferable practice.
skills throughout each module, C The Individual in Society
alongside lots of information Progression Routes:
C Philosophies, Policy and Provision This Foundation Degree qualification
about progression to
university.” C Collaborative Practice is often seen as a step towards
becoming a teacher, progressing in
Year 2 your role as a Teaching Assistant
C Supporting Learning and extending your opportunities
to become more senior within
C Inclusion this sector.
C Assessment and Learning Successful completion of this
course will provide you with the
C Practitioner Research
qualifications required to ‘top-up’ to
a full Bachelor’s Degree at university
* This qualification is awarded by Bishop Grosseteste University and is delivered by University Centre Stamford.
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