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HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE GUIDE

wcg.ac.uk/he OUR 2020/21 OPEN EVENTS

Our Open Events are structured in a way that will assist you in making the right decision about where to study. You will experience what it is like to be a Warwickshire College Group student and discover our facilities for yourself.

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Through the contacts the course DISCOVER WHAT’S ON OFFER has within the industry, I was head-hunted by Excalibur Games who recognised my commitment and potential. Find out more and see details of our future Seizing all opportunities the course offered me Open Event dates at: wcg.ac.uk/openevents helped open the door for me to this role. Amber Silcock – Live Operations Coordinator at Excalibur Games APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 3 CONTENTS WELCOME TO WCG Welcome 5 Student facilities 21 Warwickshire College Group (WCG) – a place for ambitious, talented and Why study at WCG 6 What our students say 22 determined students. Inspiration outside 8 Our degree courses 23 We have approximately 1,000 higher the classroom Celebrate at your graduation 58 education students studying with us every year and choosing WCG means you’ll be How we will support you 10 Higher and Degree 59 part of an exciting and dynamic community Our approach to teaching 12 apprenticeships of students. Types of qualifications 13 International students 60 We understand that it’s tough out there Warwickshire colleges 14 Entry requirements 61 in today’s ever-changing world and competition for jobs remains strong. Worcestershire colleges 16 Fees and funding 62 That’s why our industry experts design our Accommodation 18 How to apply 63 degree courses so that you can step into Life at WCG 20 your chosen career. What’s more, our safe, friendly campuses and supportive staff will make you feel right at home and allow you to focus fully on your personal and professional development. We’ve been working hard expanding our campuses, enhancing our offer and investing in facilities that reflect the requirements of contemporary industry and professional sectors. For example, the WCG Career Launchpad platform is available to all of our higher education students throughout their studies, providing advice and support to enhance employability. Deciding what and where to study is a major life decision, but if you choose to study with WCG, you’re taking the first step towards a very bright future. Angela Joyce CEO WCG

We are committed to providing the best learning experience possible and whatever your background, we can help you to achieve 44 PUTTING BE CHALLENGED YOUR FUTURE | BE INSPIREDFIRST | BE EXTRAORDINARY your aspirations. WHY STUDY AT WCG?

INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY AWARDED WCG has strong industry links that enhance our graduate employability We have strong partnerships with regional universities to deliver our prospects. Our degrees are designed with advice from employers and higher education qualifications, as well as direct progression routes from industry to ensure that our courses educate, challenge and inspire you. our Foundation degrees to Honours degrees. We are constantly updating our degree courses with the latest developments, with experts providing full support to help you develop INDUSTRY-STANDARD FACILITIES a wealth of knowledge and confidence in your ability. On many of our Across our seven colleges we have a range of facilities that allow you to develop courses, students have the opportunity to work on live business briefs and excel with us. From laboratories to animal therapy units, and the latest whilst benefiting from industry input across lessons, masterclasses and creative design and statistical analysis software tools, we have it covered! placements. Our students develop employability skills and behaviours for the modern workplace. SMALL CLASS SIZES The majority of our classes are small allowing you to train and study in a A FLEXIBLE APPROACH more focused environment. You benefit from more one-to-one time with When you’re making a decision as important as this, you need to have the your lecturer or instructor and it’s easier to get to know your classmates. right options available to you. That’s why we offer a diverse range of courses This also allows us to tailor your course to suit you. from Honours to Foundation degrees, HNCs and HNDs to suit your situation. We can pick up on your strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and Juggling family commitments, changing career and fitting study around work around a learning style that’ll suit you and help you achieve your work can be tricky. Our part-time and distance learning courses can true potential. help you earn as you learn, further your career and ultimately enhance your future prospects. Today’s job market is dynamic and ever changing HIGH QUALITY We believe that to be successful throughout your working life, you need a range We are one of only a handful of colleges in the UK to be granted powers by of skills and attributes – and foremost among these is an enquiring, creative Her Majesty’s Most Honourable Privy Council to award its own Foundation and entrepreneurial mindset. Qualities that enable you to move from job to job, degrees, meaning that we have met the robust quality assurances and progress up the career ladder and be adaptable. academic standards set for all higher education institutions. To help develop these qualities, our degree courses include a tailored module called Academic Study Skills and Entrepreneurial Thinking (ASSET) – our way of helping you on your personal development journey.

Studying through a college for a degree meant there was much better interaction between the students and the tutors.

6 Shaun Anderson – BEng (Hons) Engineering APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 7 INSPIRATION OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

EQUINE EVENTS LET’S TALK GAMES With an indoor and outdoor arena and a covered manège, A two-day event hosted each year that welcomes talks by Moreton Morrell College hosts an array of events games industry experts at our Royal Leamington Spa College. throughout the year. Students can expect to see: Representatives from a wide range of studios attend, including • Dressage • Dog shows Playground, Exient, PixelToys and Codemasters, with a wide range of subjects discussed. • Club training • Cross country • Carriage driving

WCG STUDENT CONFERENCE This is an annual themed event that is attended by students across EXHIBITIONS all WCG Higher Education provision, and features presentations We love sharing the work of our students, because we are from research academics from WCG and local universities. proud of the talent we have at WCG. Walking the corridors you In 2018, the conference explored the interdisciplinary will see displays of work, creativity and photographs of events. links between science and the arts, while in 2019, Alongside are the exhibitions we run where we invite you to come presentations and debates took place on the subject of how along and see anything from art and design to craft and fashion. technology is transforming future careers and research. In Malvern School of Art, based at Malvern Hills College, and 2020 the theme was sustainability as it relates to both personal Warwickshire School of Art based at Royal Leamington Spa College, and professional practice in employment. Guest presentations host annual end of year shows. have been given by academics from University of Birmingham, Coventry University and the Royal Veterinary College.

INTERACTIVE FUTURES This high-profile event is held at our Royal Leamington FUTURES WEEK Spa College, or to use the town’s other name among This is a week-long event packed with advice on careers and games developers, ‘Silicon Spa’. The conference brings employability, business set-up and managing your professional together thought leadership, critical reflection and social media profile. During the week each course also invites in sector realities in the home of the UK games industry. expert guests to run masterclasses or workshops on specific topics, which will help you to enhance your professional practice.

At WCG our students are supported both academically and pastorally, as we CARE LEAVERS want to help you reach your learning goals and progress. There are many challenges faced by care leavers entering education – that’s why we want Alongside our excellent lecturer support, we also have a team of staff who can help you at to make the process as easy as possible for you. every stage of your journey with us. We can provide help and advice on tuition fees, accommodation and the range of support available to help you once you start your course, such as bursaries and study skills. To CAREERS TEAM help us help you, please tick the box on your UCAS application form to notify us that you The Careers Team are at the heart of our high quality student support system. Our team are a care leaver. If you didn’t tick the box on your UCAS form or you would like more can offer impartial and confidential help on a whole range of subjects, including: information, call us on 0300 456 0049. • Exploring your career ideas • Advice about bursaries EARN WHILE YOU LEARN • Advice on funding your learning • Welfare matters At WCG we know how important it is to develop your skill set while also benefiting from • Job search support • Health and mental wellbeing employment opportunities available to you while you study.

ACCOMMODATION TEAM Our careers team and HE work placement coordinators provide the guidance and support We have halls of residence at three of our colleges – Moreton Morrell, Pershore you need to assist with your career development. The team share jobs, volunteering roles and Royal Leamington Spa – providing a range of en-suite, catered and self-catered and work experience. accommodation for students. Our accommodation team offer advice throughout your Our students have gone on to successful roles within an array of companies, as well as stay with us to ensure you have one less thing to worry about. setting up their own businesses, both nationally and internationally. We even employ some higher education students as HE envoys, events assistants and residential wardens. INCLUSION AND LEARNING SUPPORT WCG has an Inclusion Team dedicated to working with our higher education students. They support students with a range of different needs, including specific learning difficulties (dyslexia), physical and sensory disabilities, ASC / Autism, mental health and medical conditions. Their aim is to ensure that appropriate support is in place when you arrive at WCG, and are happy to provide information and guidance before you complete your application, via email, phone or at college open events. The Inclusion Team works closely with academic staff to ensure that reasonable adjustments are provided within the classroom. It is important that you tell us about your individual needs as soon as possible so that we can give you advice as to the most appropriate support on your chosen course. This includes guiding you through the process of applying for the Disabled Students Allowance.

At WCG we vary our teaching style depending on the course and module you BACHELORS DEGREE are studying. Our lecturers want to help you achieve the best you can, and The most recognised and widely students can expect to learn through the following: available type of undergraduate qualification, common denominations LECTURES AND WORKSHOPS are BA (Bachelor of Arts), BSc Small classes form the basis of teaching and allow you to train and study in a more (Bachelor of Science) and BEng focused environment. (Bachelor of Engineering). A full-time degree would normally take TUTORIALS three years to complete. Our students benefit from a lot of contact time with tutors, including one-to-one tutorials. You will meet with them regularly to discuss your learning goals and progression. FOUNDATION DEGREE A Foundation degree is a higher education PROJECT WORK qualification with the added benefit of work-based Learn individually, or within small groups, on real-life case studies and and placement learning hours, created in partnership with theoretical assignments. employers and giving you valuable industry experience.

LABORATORY SESSIONS You will study the Foundation degree for two years (full-time), and successful completion Develop your industry-specific skills in our laboratories boasting excellent facilities. may give you access to a full Honours degree through a further year of study at Level 6. Most of Warwickshire College’s Foundation degrees have Level 6 top-ups available at CAREERS ADVICE the same site, so you can achieve a full Honours degree and have gained valuable work Your year group will meet for careers talks and common topic discussions experience at the end of your studies. allowing for closer support and exploration of your job opportunities. The Career Launchpad online employability portal will help prepare you for job AD LAUNCHP INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR interviews, and give you tips for CV writing in addition to keeping you up to These are designed to prepare you for entry to your chosen degree, resulting in a date with current affairs and updates from your chosen profession or sector. four-year course leading to a Bachelors degree. This type of qualification is suitable for learners who might not have the grades for direct entry onto a degree or who are looking BUSINESS MENTORING to change career. If you are interested in starting your own business, then our business mentor is there to help develop your ideas and make it happen. HND / HNC These are ‘Higher National’ qualifications with a technical and professional focus. HNC is completed at Level 4 and HND at Level 5. They are often studied by learners already employed in practical industries and professions.

COLLEGE DIPLOMA These college-awarded qualifications are the academic equivalent of a Level 4 higher education qualification and are stand-alone qualifications granted by WCG colleges.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION (HE) These one-year full-time courses prepare learners to study for a degree if they don’t have the traditional qualifications at Level 3 required for direct entry. They are accepted by many universities as an alternative to A Levels or BTECs, that mature learners (aged 19 or over) may gain.

CAMPUSES • Moreton Morrell College • Royal Leamington Spa College • Rugby College • Warwick Trident College

ACCOMMODATION M42 • Moreton Morrell College • Royal Leamington Spa College Nuneaton M69 Birmingham TRAVEL LINKS • Leamington Spa direct train links to M6 Birmingham (30 mins), Manchester (2 hours 15 mins), London (1 hour 20 mins) and Oxford (40 mins)

M6 • Birmingham Airport – 30 mins by train or car Coventry • Heathrow – 1½ hours by car Rugby • Rugby direct train links to Birmingham (40 mins), London (from 1 hour)

A46 M42 POINTS OF INTEREST & THINGS TO DO Royal Leamington Spa • Warwick Castle • Shakespeare’s Birthplace A426 • Anne Hathaway’s Cottage • British Motor Museum Warwick • Jephson Gardens • Ricoh Arena, Coventry • Experience an eclectic mix of local crafts, artists, traders and entertainers Warwickshire at the annual two-day Peace Festival in the heart of Leamington Spa. M40 One not to be missed! Stratford-upon-Avon • Watch a play at one of three theatres in Stratford-upon-Avon. Shows are A46 A423 broadcast live around the world, and you might even see someone you recognise on stage • Be wowed by the turrets of Warwick Castle where you can see a jousting contest come to life, or explore the castle’s history within the depths of their dungeon • Visit the world-class destination of Ricoh Arena. An array of sporting events, including rugby and football, awaits. Plus, you can expect to see some of the world’s biggest entertainment acts performing

CAMPUSES • Evesham College

A442 • Pershore College

A456 • Malvern Hills College A491 Kidderminster A435 ACCOMMODATION A448 M42 • Pershore College

A456 Bromsgrove TRAVEL LINKS Tenbury Wells • Birmingham International Airport is approximately A449 40 minutes away A44 Shelsley • Worcestershire also has excellent road links to the major motorways Worcestershire (M5, M6, M40, M42, M50) and London is just 2½ hours away • Worcestershire has many major train stations throughout the county with a M5 regular main line train service to and from London, Birmingham, the north A44 Worcester A422 and the south-west of England • There are many bus and coach operators that travel to Worcestershire A44

A449 A4103 Great A46 POINTS OF INTEREST & THINGS TO DO Malvern • Elgar’s Birthplace • West Midlands Safari Park Pershore Evesham • Broadway Tower • Worcester City and Cathedral • Three Counties Showground • Severn Valley Railway Upton upon Severn M5 A44 • Explore the royal tombs, medieval cloisters and beautiful grounds of Worcester Cathedral, or visit one of their exhibitions or concerts M40 A46 • Walk, cycle or horse ride the iconic landscape of the Malvern Hills. Prepared to be wowed, but make sure you make a stop at one of the cafés and attractions along the route • Take a day out or spend an evening at one of two renowned racecourses. Visit the home of jump racing at Cheltenham Racecourse, or the stunning riverside location of Worcester Racecourse • Worcestershire offers an array of sporting venues and fixtures, including cricket, rugby and football and is the home of the Worcester Warriors • The annual metropolitan Worcester Music Festival supports emerging artists, whilst raising money for charity. The festival takes place in more than 20 venues across the city centre and is host to 250 bands over three days

We have halls of residence at three of our college sites providing a range of catered and self-catered accommodation for students. We know how difficult it can be moving away from home, and we want to make it as comfortable and easy as possible. Our accommodation team are on hand to provide advice and guidance throughout the process, and your stay with us. Plus, the warden team will ensure that you feel safe, secure and looked after at all times. To find out more and see full terms and conditions, visit the website at wcg.ac.uk/accommodation

ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA HALLS • Own bedroom and study area • En-suite • Communal kitchens • Self-catered • On-site gym facilities* • 10 minutes walk from the town centre

MORETON MORRELL HALLS • Own bedroom and study area • En-suite • Self-catered and catered options • Communal kitchen • On-site gym facilities* • Surrounded by 750 acres of countryside

PERSHORE HALLS • Own bedroom and study area • En-suite • Communal kitchens • Self-catered • On-site gym facilities* • Set in beautiful countryside Students receive well-coordinated support from health and welfare, education and residential staff... Communal Gym Students enjoy their time at college WiFi Launderette En-suite areas facilities and make lifelong friends. February 2020 Ofsted Review: 18 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY *Opening times vary. wcg.ac.uk/residential-report WCG LIFE OUR STUDENT FACILITIES

ACADEMIC FIELD TRIPS At WCG we want to make your student experience the best it can be, and that HE students have been on a number of self funded, extends further than the excellent education we offer you. Whether you are course-related field trips over the last few years which have looking to train, perform or socialise, we have something for everyone. included South Africa, India and Sri Lanka, as well as Chester Zoo, Natural History Museum and The Guide Dog SPORT AND FITNESS National Breeding Centre. At Royal Leamington Spa, Rugby, Moreton Morrell and Pershore Colleges we have on-site gyms available for all students to access* NIGHTLIFE via great value unlimited student gym memberships - or you can Not only can you enjoy the on-campus bars (Moreton Morrell and Pershore) which run pay as you go. popular events such as live band nights, Black Tie Carnival and Christmas parties, the Some of our colleges also feature sports halls and a range of pitches - towns and cities on your doorstep also offer a huge choice of fantastic nightlife. Students including all-weather - available to hire. can choose from sophisticated wine bars and restaurants, to cheesy and trendy nightclubs, Our Performance Sports Academies at Moreton Morrell College are open traditional pubs and large professional music venues and theatres. So if you’re looking to all students and offer the opportunity to take part in a range of sports to watch a Shakespearean tragedy, catch a big name music artist, or just get your friends such as rugby, basketball, tennis, netball and hockey. together for a birthday meal somewhere nice – you can be sure we’ve got it covered here.

YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION LIBRARIES We offer an array of resources and study spaces at our With fundraising, environmental campaigns and day trips, there’s loads going on thanks libraries across all of our seven colleges. Borrow books, to the Students’ Union (SU). The SU is made up of a group of elected students whose job journals and electronic resources with our expert is to entertain you, represent you and look out for your rights and needs. They will make staff on hand to offer support and guidance. There’s sure your experience at college is the best it can be and run an also an online catalogue for you to access hundreds of exciting and growing programme of events and activities. publications across all subjects.

CULTURE AND THE ARTS PCs, printers, scanners, photocopiers and private areas Theatre performances take place each year at make this the ideal place to study individually or in groups. Rugby College and you can visit one of many art exhibitions in our studios at Royal Leamington Spa, STEM CENTRE Rugby and Malvern Hills. Check out our talented music Enrich your studying and engagement across science, performance students at one of their gigs and get a front technology, engineering and maths. Test your reaction row ticket for our student fashion shows – a must see! times, or programme one of our NAO robots to perform a dance routine, in our state-of-the-art Go to wcg.ac.uk/events to see the latest. STEM Centre at Royal Leamington Spa College.

LOCAL COLLEGE AMENITIES Across our seven colleges we offer a variety of amenities, including Starbucks, Costa, Pershore Press, Link Nurseries and a Garden Centre.

LINK NURSERIES part of Pershore College

A Centre for Support, Growth and Wellbeing

Integrated Foundation Year 24 Business 42 Access to Higher Education 25 Counselling 47 The tutors gave me hope and Animal 26 Early Years 50 supported me all the way Equine 29 Digital Film Production 52 and now I’m absolutely loving being a psychotherapist in private practice. Veterinary 32 Digital Media Content 53 Ben Warden – BA (Hons) Counselling Agri-Tech 36 Creative Arts & Craft 54 Garden Design 37 Graphic Design & Photography 55 Construction 38 Games Art 56 Engineering 39 Performing Arts 57 My film was selected for the Miami Computing 40 Film Festival competition, which is great. It’s part of the IMDB Pro line up. A digital film course can provide somebody like me a greater understanding of the technical aspects of film making. Joseph Wallace – Digital Film Production

Studying through a college for a degree meant there was much better interaction between the students and the tutors. Shaun Anderson – BEng (Hons) Engineering KEY WCG Warwickshire College Group CU Coventry University RLS Royal Leamington Spa College UoG University of Gloucestershire Attending WCG was one of the RUG Rugby College CAVA Cambridge Access Validating Agency best decisions I ever made. TRI Warwick Trident College DL Distance Learning The skills I learned – stage combat, singing, MM Moreton Morrell College dancing and improvisation to name a few – EVE Evesham College have developed me as an actor to take on the MH Malvern Hills College industry as a professional actress. PER Pershore College Lorie–Lanie Shanks – FdA in Performing Arts Courses are subject to availability and change. Terms and conditions apply.

22 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 23 INTEGRATED FOUNDATION ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION YEAR COURSES Access to Higher Education (HE) WHY WCG? diplomas are courses that prepare Students study in a supportive Our Integrated Foundation Year courses At WCG we believe in making higher you to study for a degree. They are environment with other adult students. will help you gain the qualifications education accessible for students designed for people aged 19 and over We ease students back into education by and skills that are right for you. In your with a variety of backgrounds, who may have left school without the building on existing experiences. We offer additional introductory year, you will study academic profiles or experience. usual qualifications, such as A Levels. a range of industry-specific Access to HE subject modules alongside modules that We recognise that you may not yet courses, so that you can start working enhance your learning skills, helping you Many Access to HE students go on to have the entrance requirements for towards your chosen career straight away. one of our courses, or have taken a to succeed on your chosen degree. With a succeed at university and beyond – pursuing new careers and seeing The Diplomas are validated by Cambridge break from learning, but with extra lower fee for the first two years, this four changes in their lives that they had Access Validating Agency (CAVA) and time and support we can help you year full-time course is comparable in price to a standard three year degree. never thought possible. are recognised by the Quality Assurance start your life-changing journey. Agency (QAA) for Higher Education.

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AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY AWARDING LOCATION & ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS BODY STUDY MODE REQUIREMENTS

Animal Assisted Interventions and Therapy* CU BSc MM – Full-time D304 Level 3 Access to HE – Art and Design CAVA Diploma MH – Full-time See website Access to HE – Business and Accounting CAVA Diploma RLS / RUG – Full-time See website Animal Behaviour & Training CU BSc MM – Full-time D307 Level 3 Access to HE – Digital Security and Technology CAVA Diploma RLS / RUG – Part-time See website Canine Therapy and Rehabilitation CU BSc MM – Full-time D302 Level 3 Access to HE – Engineering CAVA Diploma RUG – Full-time See website Equine Performance Coaching CU BSc MM – Full-time DX42 Level 3 RLS / RUG / MH / EVE Access to HE – Health Professions CAVA Diploma See website Equine Therapy & Rehabilitation CU BSc MM – Full-time D423 Level 3 – Full-time

Equine Science CU BSc MM – Full-time D324 Level 3 Access to HE – Midwifery CAVA Diploma RLS / RUG – Full-time See website Access to HE – Nursing CAVA Diploma RLS / RUG – Full-time See website

Access to HE – Science CAVA Diploma RLS – Full-time See website

Access to HE – Social Science CAVA Diploma RUG – Full-time See website

Access to HE – Social Science and Humanities CAVA Diploma RLS – Full-time See website

24 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY *Subject to approval. APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 25 ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR & TRAINING ANIMAL ASSISTED BSc (HONS) INTERVENTIONS & THERAPY* BSc (HONS) The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour This course will develop your knowledge and Training course provides you and skills in animal behaviour and with the skills and knowledge you ethology, whilst exploring the ethics and This course will allow you to study the tasks. Previous experience of animal husbandry, nutrition, behaviour, human need to begin work in one of the key legislation necessary for anyone human - animal connection and the psychology, anatomy and health is most diverse and rewarding sectors working with animals. diverse roles which animals can play, required, along with an understanding of of the animal industry. whether in a therapeutic, educational setting, goal directed Animal different ethical and moral values of the Assisted Therapy or motivational situations the animals are exposed to. Animal Assisted Activities. Students will also develop transferable LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION Through the interest of promoting animal skills such as problem solving, team working, people management, research • Animal trainer welfare, you will learn about the impact to animals performing these distinctive and communication. • Companion animal behaviour therapist

• Behavioural researcher COURSE DETAILS LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Animal welfare scientists • Working for an established • UCAS course code: D306 and officers assistance animal charity • Entry requirements: 104 points • Zoo keeper • Animal technician • Study mode: Full-time • Education, training and teaching • Teacher • Validated in partnership with: Coventry University COURSE DETAILS • Occupational therapy support worker • Therapy assistant • UCAS Course Code: D303 • Programme managers • Entry Requirements: 104 points • Care setting • Study Mode: Full-time • Validated in partnership with: Coventry University

* Subject to approval

INTEGRATED INTEGRATED FOUNDATION FOUNDATION YEAR YEAR* OPTION AVAILABLE OPTION AVAILABLE See page 24 See page 24

Canine rehabilitation is widely It will cover aspects of hydrotherapy and The modern coach plays a vital fitness and new technology is vital to regarded as one of the fastest land-based rehabilitation in the small role in the development of sporting coach horse and rider partnerships growing areas in pet welfare and animal including the in-patient, the performance, and coaching is no to fulfil potential and reach peak veterinary practice. out-patient and the elite athlete. The longer seen as purely teaching performance. This course is suited to overall focus of the course is a holistic students who are keen to study equine The course will develop your understanding but has evolved to include a more approach to maintaining and improving to degree level in order to successfully of the scientific principles and clinical holistic approach. animal health and welfare and therefore coach horse riders of all levels. practice of the prehabilitation techniques also includes the development of positive Knowledge of areas such as sports for maximum performance and health behavioural modification techniques and psychology, nutrition, biomechanics, and rehabilitation techniques for animals therapeutic handling skills to facilitate the post veterinary treatment. rehabilitation process. LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Performance coach LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Sports psychologist • Working in a: • Sports therapy and rehabilitation - Wildlife sanctuary • Postgraduate study - Animal rescue centre COURSE DETAILS

- Kennels or stables specialising • UCAS course code: DX41 COURSE DETAILS in rehabilitation • Entry requirements: 104 points • UCAS course code: D301 • Opportunities to specialise in • Study mode: Full-time • Entry requirements: 104 points hydrotherapy and / or massage • Validated in partnership with: • Study mode: Full-time Coventry University • Validated in partnership with: Coventry University

INTEGRATED INTEGRATED FOUNDATION FOUNDATION YEAR YEAR OPTION AVAILABLE OPTION AVAILABLE See page 24 See page 24

28 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 29 EQUINE SCIENCE EQUINE THERAPY & REHABILITATION FdSc / BSc (HONS) (Full-time) BSc (HONS) FdSc / BSc (HONS) TOP-UP (Distance Learning) Therapy and rehabilitation of equine academic and specialist knowledge in This course covers all aspects of in equine science, research or clinical performance is a rapidly growing order to promote equine performance Equine Science to provide students practice, then this is the course for area of the equine industry. It is within all fields of the equine industry. with the key knowledge and skills to you. Offering a rich and varied syllabus now recognised by the industry that Students will make full use of our state of enter the equine science industry. that explores equine science from both the need for alternative therapies the art equine therapy and rehabilitation clinical and welfare perspectives, the is paramount in order to promote centre. This course is accredited with From exciting new developments in course facilitates the development of real horse health and performance. the Animal Health Practitioner Register equine microbiology, nutrition and world professional skills and knowledge (AHPR) and all successful graduates will reproduction through to advances in This innovative course enables students essential to those wishing to work in a be eligible for registration as a recognised biotechnology; if you aspire to a career to develop excellent therapeutic clinical or scientific context. equine therapist. vocational skills, as well as provide sound

CAREER PROGRESSION LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Equine nutritionist • Microbiologist • Strength and conditioning coach • Rehabilitation centre management • Laboratory scientist • Nutrition consultant • Veterinary researcher • College lecturer • Performance analyst • Alternative therapist • Exercise physiologist COURSE DETAILS

AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY • UCAS course code: D422 SUBJECT BODY AWARD CODE REQUIREMENTS STUDY MODE • Entry requirements: 104 points Equine Science CU FdSc MM – Full-time D567 80 points • Study mode: Full-time Equine Science CU BSc (Hons) MM – Full-time D323 104 points • Validated in partnership with: Equine Science (Distance Learning) CU FdSc DL N/A 104 points Coventry University Foundation degree / Equine Science (Top-up) (Distance Learning) CU BA (Hons) DL N/A Level 5

INTEGRATED INTEGRATED FOUNDATION FOUNDATION YEAR YEAR OPTION AVAILABLE OPTION AVAILABLE See page 24 See page 24

This course is an excellent Graduates will be eligible to apply for full opportunity for students wishing membership of NAVP, which works for to qualify as a Veterinary the promotion of professional standards, Physiotherapist whilst studying a provides insurance, CPD opportunities degree qualification. Recognised and recognition within the industry. by the National Association of Students study the equivalent of eighteen Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP), 20-credit modules over the three year studies will combine academic study duration of the full-time course. and occupational competence.

LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Work within greyhound and equine sports

• Work with livestock or zoo animals

• Veterinary Physiotherapist COURSE DETAILS • UCAS course code: 56D2 • Entry requirements: 128 points • Study mode: Full-time • Validated in partnership with: Coventry University

It was challenging but definitely worth it. Really hands on with the animals. I really enjoyed the practicals with dogs and you get to know the staff dogs. 32 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY Holly Paton – BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy VETERINARY NURSING VETERINARY NURSING BSc (HONS) / BSc (HONS) TOP-UP FdSc

The BSc (Hons) course combines The BSc (Hons) Top-up is a one year, This course is an excellent Students will, therefore, combine academic study and occupational progression award for those who have opportunity for students wishing academic study with occupational competence and the course is completed the FdSc Veterinary Nursing to qualify as a RCVS Registered competence over the normal three-year accredited by the Royal College of or a related course with RCVS recognised Veterinary Nurse (RVN) whilst duration of the full-time course. Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). veterinary nursing competences up to studying a Level 5 higher education Level 5. It offers students the opportunity Students begin this four-year course qualification accredited by the to build upon their existing knowledge with an introduction to applied anatomy Royal College of Veterinary and is ideal for those wishing to pursue and physiology, welfare, breeding and Surgeons (RCVS). a senior management role or move into nutrition. In the third year there are teaching and/or research. You will study opportunities to specialise in specific five modules throughout the year, optional modules, and in the final year, all at Level 6. LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION students undertake a dissertation. • Veterinary nurse

• Veterinary practice manager

CAREER PROGRESSION • Veterinary lecturer • Veterinary nurse • Veterinary lecturer COURSE DETAILS • Related career in the • Veterinary practice manager • Related career in the pharmaceutical industry pharmaceutical industry • UCAS course code: D311 • Entry requirements: 80 points • Study mode: Full-time AWARD LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS • Validated in partnership with: Veterinary Nursing CU BSc (Hons) MM – Full-time D310 104 points Coventry University Foundation degree / Veterinary Nursing (Top-up) CU BSc (Hons) MM – Full-time D3NF Level 5

This course will provide you with biochemical technological innovations, This design-led course is ideal for The course is taught by horticultural the knowledge and skills needed allowing producers to make informed those seeking a career in garden and design experts, using the excellent to succeed in the contemporary decisions using sensors, communications design. It aims to develop the facilities at Pershore College in horticultural industries. You will and data analytics. As the industry design skills of those who are self- Worcestershire and is offered at higher develop the skills to become a leader evolves it is important that you have employed or are working in gardens education level making it suitable for those of change in a sustainable urban and a knowledge of advanced machinery, or with landscape contractors. wishing to develop a deeper understanding production environment. monitoring technologies and genetics to of garden and landscape design. reflect the automation of tasks now taking The changing global agriculture sector place in the land-based industries. is meeting the challenges of production by means of digital, mechanical and LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Garden designer

• Landscape designer LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Plant breeder • Agronomist COURSE DETAILS • Urban designer • Horticultural nursery manager • Entry requirements: 48 points • Interior and spacial designer • Logistics manager (fresh produce) • Study mode: Part-time • Laboratory research assistant • Validated by: Warwickshire College COURSE DETAILS • Farm manager • UCAS course code: D600 • Entry requirements: 80 points • Study mode: Full-time • Validated by: Warwickshire College

36 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 37 CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT HNC / HND / FdEng / BEng LEVEL 6 HNC / HND These courses have been designed This means that much of the work that to meet the needs of the industry you do will be personalised to your area Both courses are intended as The aim of these courses is to develop by developing advanced technical of interest, your specific industry and students with a technical understanding of vocational qualifications within and managerial skills. Importantly, even your own organisation (providing you the construction and building industries, the construction industry. They the nature of these courses means are working within a relevant engineering including the application of proven are also ideal for those who are that you will be able to apply and environment). You’ll benefit from the techniques and theories for the solution already working in, or training for, develop a great deal of your opportunity to share your learning of real life problems. a technician role in the construction learning in your workplace. experience with colleagues from a industry and are looking to enhance similar industry background. their qualifications to progress in their career. CAREER PROGRESSION • Design engineer • Operation engineer CAREER PROGRESSION • Manufacturing and planning engineer • Electrification engineer • Building surveyor • Senior site manager • Construction manager • Designer AWARDING LOCATION UCAS ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD • Commercial manager • Building control / planning officer BODY & STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS • Quantity surveyor • Procurement manager Electrical and Electronic Engineering Pearson HNC RUG – Part-time N/A Level 3 • On-site and office manager Manufacturing Engineering Pearson HNC RUG – Part-time N/A Level 3 General Engineering Pearson HNC RUG – Part-time N/A Level 3

Engineering Pearson HND RUG & EVE – Full-time H101 48 points / Level 3 AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS Engineering Pearson HND RUG & EVE – Part-time N/A HNC TRI, RUG & EVE – Foundation degree / Construction and the Built Environment Pearson HNC RUG – Part-time N/A Level 3 Engineering (Level 6) UoG BEng H102 Part-time Level 5 Construction and the Built Environment Pearson HND RUG – Full-time K220 Level 3

38 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 39 COMPUTER NETWORKS COMPUTING STRATEGY & MANAGEMENT & IT MANAGEMENT BSc (HONS) LEVEL 6 FdSc This exciting one-year top-up from a Foundation degree or HND to degree in Computing Strategy and achieve an Honours degree. Students This course offers students the Students will be introduced to the Management has been designed will develop high level academic and professional standards of corporate chance to immerse themselves in in collaboration with local employers work skills, enabling them to critically business and the computer industry and practical aspects of computing and to meet their knowledge and analyse, evaluate and research current be exposed to entrepreneurial concepts network technology. skills requirements. and emerging issues affecting computing that will enable them to see opportunities Commercial SME, corporate work-based strategy and management. for creating businesses or engage in a This course is designed for full-time learning and placements are an integral rewarding career. students to allow them to progress feature of this course. The understanding of how key aspects of business are At the centre of our students’ learning is related to computing and are fundamental employability and the understanding of to network and IT infrastructure and how the computer industry functions LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION business operations is explored. and thrives. • IT manager

• IT analyst LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • IT support engineer • Further study (completion of a COURSE DETAILS • Network security engineer Top-up Level 6 qualification) leading • UCAS course code: I900 • Small company leader to a Masters degree • Entry requirements: • Top company graduate programme • IT support engineer Foundation degree / Level 5 • Level 7 qualification leading to MBA COURSE DETAILS • Network engineer • Study mode: Full-time • Validated by: University of • UCAS course code: I902 • End user IT support engineer Gloucestershire • Entry requirements: 80 points • Systems analyst • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time • Information technology consultant • Validated by: Warwickshire College

At the centre of learning for Students will be introduced to the This degree offers students the customer satisfaction of an event and this Foundation degree are the professional standards of corporate chance to immerse themselves in why contingency planning is essential student’s employability and the business and be exposed to practical aspects and academic study to successful event execution. Students understanding of how businesses entrepreneurial concepts that will of the events Industry. will be introduced to the professional enable them to see opportunities for standards of the events industry and be function and thrive. Work-based learning and placements creating businesses or engage in a exposed to entrepreneurial concepts that are an integral feature of our events rewarding career. will enable them to see opportunities Foundation degree course, as is for creating businesses or engage in a developing an understanding of how rewarding career. events are integral to business marketing LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION strategy, how operational detail affects • International business • Entrepreneurship LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • Management and leadership • Finance • Events planner COURSE DETAILS • Marketing • Project manager

• UCAS course code: NN12 • Employment law • Marketing manager • Research methods for managers • Entry requirements: 80 points • Retail manager • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time • Further study (completion of a COURSE DETAILS Top-up Level 6 qualification) leading • Hospitality manager • Validated by: Warwickshire College • UCAS course code: N820 to a Masters degree • Entry requirements: 80 points • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time • Validated by: Warwickshire College

This exciting degree course in The course fully exploits students’ Business Strategy and Management employment experience and can be has been designed in collaboration greatly beneficial to students in their with local employers to meet their roles as employees and employers knowledge and skills requirements. alike. Students will develop high level academic and work skills, enabling This course is ideal for those in full-time them to critically analyse, evaluate and work wishing to achieve an Honours research issues affecting business, degree in part-time hours and for those strategy and management. who have already completed a Foundation degree or Higher National Diploma.

LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • Small company leader

• Senior management role in: – Human resources management – Finance COURSE DETAILS – Commercial • UCAS course code: NN21 • Top company graduate programme • Entry requirements: Foundation degree / Level 5 • Level 7 qualification leading to MBA • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time • Validated in partnership with: University of Gloucestershire

Everything we were learning was so relevant, including Project Management and Finance...... I really enjoyed meeting people and the evening classes. The tutors were amazing. 44 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY Lauren Pugh – BA (Hons) Business Strategy and Management COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY (PERSON-CENTRED THERAPY & COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY) FdSc

These courses meet the professional who can meet changing needs within the standards required to practise as a counselling profession. psychological counsellor with clients These courses meet the British Association of all ages and in a range of settings. for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Linking theory to practice on a supervised training requirements for graduates to take placement, the Person-Centred Therapy the Certificate of Proficiency and to pursue and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy courses* post-qualification individual membership will develop your skills to work with a wide and accreditation. The courses also range of clients, including children, young subscribe to the BACP Ethical Framework people and clients with complex issues. (2018) and course lecturers and academic In addition, these courses will provide you tutors are BACP accredited and / or with the professional and academic training registered professional counsellors to become a reflective practitioner, and psychotherapists.

LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • University or college counsellor / psychotherapist • School counsellor (primary or secondary) COURSE DETAILS • Counsellor for Employee Assistance Programme for a private practice: • UCAS course code: face-to-face, online or by telephone - Person-Centred Therapy: B941 • Counsellor / psychotherapist in - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: B940 tertiary care organisation e.g. • Entry requirements: Level 3 specialist services for bereavement, • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time mental health or survivors of abuse • Validated by: Warwickshire College • Counselling service manager • Private practice

* Please note that these are two different courses and are offered as a two year, full-time course or a APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | [email protected] | wcg.ac.uk 47 three year, part-time course. COUNSELLING BA (HONS) LEVEL 6

This course is designed as a voluntary capacity within the counselling one-year top-up to an Honours sector and who wish to study to Honours degree from a Foundation degree level, and perhaps beyond, in order to in Counselling. enhance their employment prospects, access promotion opportunities or move The course is intended for students who into a different work sphere. are aiming to work in either a paid or

LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • University or college counsellor / psychotherapist • School counsellor (primary and secondary) • Telephone and / or face-to-face COURSE DETAILS counsellor for employee • UCAS course code: C843 assistance programme • Entry requirements: FdSc / FdA • Counsellor / psychotherapist • Study mode: Full-time in tertiary care organisation e.g. specialist services for • Validated in partnership with: bereavement, mental health or University of Gloucestershire survivors of abuse • Counselling service manager • Private practice

This has completely changed my life and given me opportunities I have never had before...... It was the only course around that qualified you in CBT. For me it was a really easy choice.

48 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY Andrea Neville – FdSc Counselling EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR EARLY YEARS, CHILDHOOD & FdA EDUCATION STUDIES BA (HONS) TOP-UP This course provides a broad This course is written to support the foundation of knowledge and Early Years Foundation Stage Framework skills required to work with young and to introduce students to the Early This carefully designed course between different aspects of the field of study to examine it in a broader children. It is designed to provide Years Professional Status. The course has been developed to provide perspective. The course develops students with a ‘licence to practice’ relies heavily on work-based learning progression for those who have personal effectiveness and the in an early years setting and it is and therefore students complete work completed a Level 5 qualification in employability of students in line with sector endorsed by the Children’s placements where they will apply and Early Years. Government policy to upskill the practise theory and use their The course further develops students’ Workforce Development workforce involved within the workplace experience in a range subject knowledge, understanding and Council (CWDC). Early Years sector. of assessment tasks. judgement and explores relationships

LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Teaching assistant • Early years, primary or • Room leader secondary teacher

• Higher level teaching assistant • Family support worker

• Deputy or senior manager • Learning mentor COURSE DETAILS COURSE DETAILS • Special educational • Social worker • UCAS course code (full-time): X378 needs coordinator • Please apply direct via wcg.ac.uk • Children’s nurse • For part-time course, please apply • Entry requirements: direct via wcg.ac.uk Foundation degree / Level 5 • Child psychologist • Entry requirements: 80 points • Study mode: Part-time • Speech and language therapist • Study mode: Full-time / Part-time • Validated in partnership with: • Special educational needs teacher • Validated by: Warwickshire College Coventry University

This is a practical course which aims Industry craft skills are taught in This course is designed for people Twenty-first century communication is to develop creative craft skills in production and post-production looking to become digital producers all about connectivity and participation visual storytelling. techniques and constant access to of innovative media content for and the way we connect and participate is industry standard equipment and changing these lines of communication. At its core, the course embeds current various platforms including software. This supports the teaching and Our digital narratives involve complex discussions on film and screen culture. v/blogging and social media such learning of these skills with a view to networking across platforms and This is achieved through the production as YouTube, Twitter, Facebook creating narratives in differing contexts navigating this is a desired skill both in of practical work across different media and HTML5. Training will focus on and for differing purposes. our personal and work lives. platforms for participation in the world producing content that engages arena, whilst contributing to the debate audiences in an immersive experience on how film is received and consumed in and understands the market that today’s world. content is being created for.

CAREER PROGRESSION LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • Freelance film-maker • Producer • Media content producer • Content producer • Director • Social media content producer • Camera operator • Teaching / software training • Digital journalist • Editor • Blogger or YouTuber COURSE DETAILS • Content writer and researcher • Video producer AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY • UCAS course code: 017W SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS • Entry requirements: 80 points • Cameraman Digital Film Production WCG FdA RLS – Full-time 016W 80 points • Study mode: Full-time • Editor Foundation degree / Digital Film Production (Level 6) UoG BA (Hons) RUG – Full-time P313 Level 5 • Validated by: Warwickshire College • Digital marketing and PR • Communications officer

The course is designed to be taken as We promote the Art of Craft and the This course offers a package of Theoretical studies will underpin skills a stand-alone qualification and gives Craft of Art. In the first year, students creative skills that will challenge and allow students to apply themselves students of all ages the experience experience a carousel of techniques and inspire students, providing the by taking on briefs as a professional of working in a supportive and including drawing, painting, mixed media, platform needed to launch a career designer or photographer. Combining academically challenging small jewellery, print, textiles, ceramics, in the graphic design or photography live projects, core practical skills group environment. sculpture, stained glass and bookbinding. creative industry. tuition and critical thinking, this course As the course progresses, students will aims to get students industry ready This course was created in response to have the opportunity to work in either This course will involve practical and able to engage fully in the student demand and is unique in covering art or craft, or a combination of the two based work, whilst using the college’s contemporary workplace. both Fine Art and Contemporary Craft. across a variety of different modules. graphic design and photography studios.

LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION LOCATIONS CAREER PROGRESSION • Freelance artist • Graphic designer

• Creative artworker • Photographer • Freelance designer

• Marketing officer COURSE DETAILS COURSE DETAILS • Creative artworker • Entry requirements: Level 3 • UCAS course code: WW26 • Study mode: Part-time • Entry requirements: 64 points • Art director • Validated by: Warwickshire College • Study mode: Full-time • Creative head • Validated by: Pearson at Evesham College

* Subject to approval at Royal Leamington Spa College

Our Games Art courses are delivered techniques in 3D modelling, texturing The FdA and BA (Hons) Performing Singing, Improvisation, Movement and in one of the UK’s games industry and lighting, concept art, animation Arts courses are designed for Physical Theatre, Stage Combat, Dance, hubs, Royal Leamington Spa. Written and life drawing. You will produce students who wish to turn their Text Analysis and Interpretation, Digital and developed with over ten local and submit a game registered as an creative talents and passion into a Theatre and Applied Theatre & Education. Apple iOS developer and / or an games studios, our course will teach career as a practitioner or teacher As well as working with our passionate Oculus / Vive developer. you how to research, develop and in Theatre, Film, TV and other team of lecturers, we have an exciting produce industry standard video You will have opportunities to network emerging platforms. programme of visiting companies and game assets and indie games. with guest speakers and specialist Alongside ensemble, theatre company professionals. They provide workshops demonstrators and to work alongside and lectures throughout the year, in which Designed to develop your skills in the style performance work, students the professionals in ‘Silicon Spa’. students can forge links with the industry. research, development, and production undertake classes in Audition & Acting of video game assets, you will learn Techniques, Screen Acting, Voice,

CAREER PROGRESSION LOCATION CAREER PROGRESSION • Game designer • Concept artist • Performer • Actor • Dancer • Musician • 3D artist • Technical artist • Teacher • Singer • 2D artist

AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS AWARDING LOCATION & UCAS ENTRY SUBJECT AWARD BODY STUDY MODE CODE REQUIREMENTS Performing Arts WCG FdA RUG – Full-time W470 80 points Foundation degree / Games Art WCG FdA RLS – Full-time I630 80 points Performing Arts (Level 6)* TBC BA (Hons) RUG – Full-time W472 Level 5 Foundation degree / Games Art (Level 6) UoG BA (Hons) RLS – Full-time I631 Level 5 * Subject to approval with validating partner

HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS Did you know that you have the opportunity to move your career forward and A TRULY MEMORABLE OCCASION gain professional skills – all whilst working and earning a salary? The beautiful streets of historic Warwick are Higher apprenticeships enable you to get a head-start in your career and gain real technical the backdrop for our graduation ceremony. WCG knowledge and skills, by offering you the chance to learn from the experts, whilst you study graduates don their gowns, hoods and mortarboards at college, and practice your learning during on-the-job work experience. WCG works with at the Grade I listed Old Shire Hall before moving with leading companies such as Jaguar Land Rover, Warwickshire County Council and the friends and family to the ceremony at the 900 year-old Air Ambulance to offer higher apprenticeships, with new employers offering positions St Mary's Church. Following the ceremony is a all-year-round*. procession led by a trumpet fanfare. According to government figures, 90% of apprentices in England stayed on in employment after completing their qualification and 71% with the same employer**. We are able to offer the following higher apprenticeship standards: • Propulsion Technician (Level 4) • HR Consultant / Partner (Level 5)

DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS Just like traditional degrees, an apprenticeship is a great route to a successful career. With a degree apprenticeship, you can achieve a full Bachelor’s degree. Degree apprenticeships bring together the best of higher and technical education, combining degree study with practical skills gained in work and the financial security of a regular salary. Apprentices split their time between studying for their degree and applying this whilst learning new skills in the workplace and are employed throughout. This enables them to achieve their qualification whilst earning a wage and getting real on-the-job experience. WCG works with leading companies such as Cummins, Ricardo and Jacob Douwe Egberts Ltd on degree apprenticeships in Engineering, and new programmes are currently being developed*. We are able to offer the following degree apprenticeship standard: • Manufacturing Engineer (Level 6) • Control / Technical Support Engineer (Level 6) • Electrical & Electronic Technical • Product Design & Development Engineer Support Engineer (Level 6) (Level 6)

To find out more, please visit wcg.ac.uk/apprenticeships

We welcome students from more than 50 countries WCG welcomes applications from students of all ages, including those with across the world every year to our college. relevant employment experience who do not have formal academic qualifications. These students progress to some of the UK’s Each application is considered carefully. Generally, for many of our courses you will need top universities, including York, Bristol, Exeter to have GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above. The college considers and Durham, and our established links with top applications from mature students with relevant work experience who may not have related universities, such as the University of Warwick formal academic qualifications, and welcomes applications from students with disabilities. and the University of Leeds, also help make WCG UCAS tariff point requirements are listed in the course information in this guide and a great place to study away from home. online. Tariff points can be achieved from many different qualifications (see ucas.com for more details). HOW TO APPLY International students should follow the normal application INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR procedure via UCAS. Our International Office can provide You should have completed your Level 3 studies achieving the equivalent of at least additional support for international students applying two A Levels or a pass in a BTEC course. You should also have Level 2 qualifications in through UCAS, as well as advice about visas, help when English and Maths. It may be possible to study as a mature student with professional or arriving in the UK and developing English language skills industry experience. for academic study. ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION (HE) If you don’t have the traditional qualifications to get onto a degree course, you can study We received the first AoC (Association of Colleges) International Charter, a one-year, full-time Access to HE course. This will prepare you for a degree course in a recognising our provision for international students and commitment to supportive environment. Entry requirements are subject-specific and can be found on our developing all our students as global citizens. website. UK applicants should be aged 19 or over.

TOP-UP DEGREES Call +44 (0)330 135 6104 or email [email protected] Typically a Level 5 qualification or Foundation degree in a related subject is required for entry to a top-up degree.

INTERVIEWS For some courses you may be asked to attend an interview, portfolio review, audition or another type of assessment to form part of your application.

See our course pages or call 0300 456 0049 for further information. The teachers are really friendly at WCG and I feel comfortable asking anything no matter how silly they might be. I am fortunate to be able to live on campus, which means that I am close to class and it only takes me 15 minutes to walk into the town centre. Nuo Cheng, Hubei province China – Access to HE (Engineering)

FULL-TIME Visit wcg.ac.uk for full course details and to find out about all of our colleges. For the academic year 2021/22, the full-time HE course fee per academic year is on each course page on our website – wcg.ac.uk. APPLY NOW Full-time Courses PART-TIME For most of our courses, you can apply online via UCAS at ucas.com For our Foundation and Honours (top-up) degrees, the annual part-time course fee is – just search for WCG and / or your chosen subject. dependent on how many academic credits you choose to study in an academic year. You can find the individual course codes in this guide, on our website at wcg.ac.uk/he Each stage of the qualification (e.g. FdA Year 1 / FdA Year 2 / BA (Hons) top-up) will or give us a call on 0300 456 0049. require you to complete 120 credits. You can study up to 120 credits in one academic year or study at a slower pace (usually 60 academic credits per year). Part-time and Distance Learning Courses For HE courses where part-time study is available, the part-time course fee per To study these courses you need to apply directly to us. Just find the course on our academic year is on each HE course page on our website - wcg.ac.uk. website at wcg.ac.uk/he and click ‘Apply now’. COME AND SEE US FUNDING All of our colleges have regular open events so you can see our fantastic facilities, Financial support may be available from the Government through student loans to pay for chat with expert tutors and find out more about our courses. tuition fees and maintenance loans (for full-time courses) to cover living costs. Visit our website at wcg.ac.uk/openevents for upcoming dates. Booking is essential More information can be found at wcg.ac.uk/hefinancialsupport, for some events, so make sure to book early so you don’t miss out! or you can contact Student Finance England by calling 0300 100 0607. HOW TO FIND US INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR Maps and directions to all of our colleges are at wcg.ac.uk/colleges. The tuition fee for 2021/22 entry is set at a reduced price for the first two years of the course. Subsequent years of study are at the standard fee. NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on 0300 456 0048 if you need help reading this guide. BURSARIES Bursaries are available for students participating in VISITING THE COLLEGE? higher education courses at WCG. Bursary funding Please tell us if you have any individual requirements. may be subject to means-testing and terms and conditions can be found on the website.

INTERNATIONAL Please see our website for details of current fees for home and international applicants.

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Every effort has been made to ensure this guide was correct at the time of publication. WCG reserves the right to review or cancel subjects or courses. New courses are always in development and may therefore be subject to approval. Restrictions due to the health and safety measures put into place during the COVID-19 pandemic, may result in changes to advertised details, including dates and exact modes of delivery. Courses may differ in their mode of delivery and could include both face-to-face and remote delivery elements. Please visit our website for the latest information. Terms and conditions apply. W616 / JULY20