HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE GUIDE www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk I [email protected] I text ercask to 88020 I 0345 120 0044 WELCOME CONTENTS Welcome 2 Financial help 4 What kind of course can I take? 6 Support and advice 7 Facilities 10 Join a vibrant wider community 12 How to find us 13 Meet our students 14
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ACCESS TO HIGHER ACCOUNTING ART, MEDIA CONSTRUCTION Welcome to our higher education course guide for programmes starting in THE EAST RIDING EDUCATION AND DESIGN September 2017. COLLEGE MISSION East Riding College will be a In this prospectus you will find our largest ever range of courses as well as leader in the economic and social details of our affordable fees and the financial support that makes higher development of the region, 29 31 33 34 education at East Riding College accessible to everyone. It has never been working in partnership to provide more important to strengthen your CV with higher level qualifications in order to access to the highest quality make yourself stand out in today’s exceptionally competitive jobs market. The education and skills training to qualifications in this guide could help you start out in a new career or give you meet the needs of individuals, employers and the communities it the edge that enables you to progress within your current workplace. EARLY YEARS ENGINEERING HAIR AND HEALTH AND serves. AND CARE BEAUTY SAFETY Our focus has been to ensure we offer an excellent higher education experience but we also take great care to set our tuition fees at levels you can afford. Our EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES highly competitive fees provide an opportunity for you to study locally and, in so doing, keep the living costs which are often associated with higher education at East Riding College operates an equal opportunities policy. 35 37 38 39 a reasonable level. A highly attractive range of tuition fee loans and grants are We welcome applications from once again available to those studying full-time courses. everyone. We believe College life is improved by having people Tuition fee loans are also available to part-time higher education learners. No from different backgrounds and repayments are required until you have completed your course and even then interests working and studying HEALTH AND INFORMATION LEARNING MANAGEMENT you are not required to start repaying your loan until your annual salary reaches together, sharing their experiences SOCIAL CARE TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT £21,000. and learning from each other.
One of the major benefits of higher education at East Riding College is the high degree of contact time and support which you will receive from your tutors. SAFEGUARDING You’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and discuss matters with them The College aims to provide a 43 46 47 48 and others on your course. You will feel part of a close-knit group of people who safe learning environment for will help and support you throughout your learning experience. all, including young people and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding I look forward to meeting you in September. learners is a priority and we work with the Local Safeguarding MUSIC & PUBLIC SOCIAL SPORT AND Children Board to identify young DANCE SERVICES SCIENCE RECREATION people and vulnerable adults who are suffering or likely to suffer harm so that appropriate intervention measures can be taken or appropriate support put in place. 50
Derek Branton Principal TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
2 3 £ FINANCIAL HELP FINANCIAL HELP
Higher education at East Riding College represents excellent value for money. Our tuition fees are set at affordable HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION TARGETED GRANTS levels which could save you nearly £10,000 compared to FEE LOANS Targeted grants such as Disabled Students’ Allowance, going away to university to study for a degree; more if you Childcare Grant, Parents Learning Allowance and Adult Tuition fee loans are available for all full-time and part- include accommodation costs. Our lecturers are friendly and Dependants’ Grant will still be available for students who are time higher education courses. The loan goes directly knowledgeable and they’re dedicated to giving you the best carers, disabled or have dependants. to paying for your course fees and you don’t start possible higher education experience. Don’t forget, you no paying it back until you’re earning £21,000 a year. For longer need to pay up front for part-time courses and you do example, if you’re earning £25,000, you only pay back not have to start paying your student loan back until you are £30 per month, which works out at £1 per day. BURSARIES earning £21,000 a year. A number of benevolent organisations invite applications for See facing page for details. bursaries to assist with the cost of studying; these will have Income each year their own eligibility criteria and applications generally need to Rather than sitting in large lecture theatres, your sessions will Monthly repayment be submitted well in advance of the course starting. For more mostly take place in a classroom with a limited number of others before tax information, call to speak to our guidance team. on your course, giving you excellent access to your lecturer and Up to £21,000 £0 allowing them to dedicate more of their time to you. £22,000 £7 £25,000 £30 HE HARDSHIP FUND £30,000 £67 Students finding themselves in financial hardship during their programme who have been granted financial support through £35,000 £105 Student Finance England (SFE) can apply to the College HE £40,000 £142 Hardship Fund for support towards additional course related costs. Any allocation will depend on personal circumstances and availability of funds.
OUR TUITION FEES ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS These loans work in the same way as the higher education FREE LAPTOP loans above in terms of paying your course fees and the OR TABLET! Full-time tuition fee Part-time tuition fee repayment arrangements. They are relevant to the courses in Qualification Duration per year per year this guide which are formally classed as further education and TO ASSIST WITH not higher education. YOUR STUDIES £5,200 1 year Masters in Education Some key points: New students who enrol on a HNC or HND will receive a £2,600 2 years free laptop or tablet. Call for full terms • Repayments will only start once you have finished the 0345 120 0044 and conditions. Degree £5,995 3 years qualification and are earning more than £21,000 • Repayments are at 9% of income above £21,000 – £5,995 2 years Foundation Degree irrespective of the amount of loan taken out £3,995 3 years • Outstanding loan balances are written off after 30 years £5,995 1 year Top up Degree • People who progress from an Access to Higher Education £2,995 2 years Diploma course to complete a higher education programme can have their outstanding Advanced Learner Pre-Service PGCE/ Loan for the Access course written off. £5,995 1 year Certificate in Education
In-Service PGCE/ £3,380 2 years LIVING COST LOANS Certificate in Education These “maintenance loans” are available to full-time higher education students only and are available to help with living BA (Hons) Educational and £4,050 2 years costs such as food, accommodation and travel. Professional Development The amount you can borrow depends on where you live and £4,750 - £5,995 2 years study, and your household income. Higher National Diploma £2,375 - £2,995 4 years • A loan of up to £8,430 a year will be available if you live away from home £4,750 - £5,995 1 year Higher National Certificate • A loan of up to £7,907 a year will be available if you live £2,375 - £2,995 2 years with your parents
Fees above are for tuition only For more information on your entitlement to financial support either contact a College guidance officer or visit www.gov.uk/student-finance
4 5 WHAT KIND OF COURSE CAN I TAKE? SUPPORT AND ADVICE
At East Riding College, you can work towards a number of different types of Our guidance team can help you with everything from choosing a course to finding higher education qualification. Some are part-time courses, some are full-time and out if you’re entitled to financial support. Whether you’ve got a career in mind and just some can be either. The qualifications outlined in this course guide fall into the need to know how to get there or you’ve no idea where your future lies, our friendly categories below. and experienced guidance team will help you make an informed decision.
ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION FURTHER EDUCATION AT LEVEL This is a level three course to prepare people to take the step FOUR AND ABOVE up to higher education. This will be of particular interest to Some courses in this guide are at a higher level (level four adults who are returning to education after a break and who and above) but are not funded by the Higher Education may not currently meet the academic entry criteria for higher Funding Council for England and are therefore categorised as education programmes. further education. These include very specialised professional qualifications like NEBOSH and AAT courses. HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS WHO DO WE WORK WITH? These are work-related higher education courses which have Higher education courses often involve a big commitment, more of a practical, work-focused emphasis. The certificate is with some lasting as long as three years. So, you want to know at level four and roughly the equivalent to the first year of a you’re getting a top quality course which has the backing degree and the diploma is at level five and similar to the first of a respected institution. Higher education at East Riding two years of a degree. College is built on partnerships with awarding organisations such as Pearson, the University of Hull and the University of FOUNDATION DEGREES Huddersfield - so you can be assured your course meets the highest standards. Part-time or full-time courses, these are similar to degrees but involve more practical work and work experience. Foundation degree students often take them to progress in their current job or in preparation for a career change. TOP-UP DEGREES As the name suggests, this full-time or part-time course allows you to ‘top up’ your foundation degrees or higher national diplomas to a full degree. They are the equivalent to the last year of a degree, and are useful for students who want to return after a break from studying to get a full degree. WHAT WE CAN OFFER CAN I STUDY IF I RECEIVE At East Riding College we provide: BENEFITS? DEGREES • Impartial careers advice Possibly, on some courses. Please phone and ask to speak The best-known and most common higher education with a guidance officer for detailed advice before enrolling. • Information and advice on routes into careers and what qualification. Honours degrees include the awarding of courses to study classifications of honours such as first, upper and lower LEARNING SUPPORT second and third class. • An individual careers guidance appointment Higher education students can access support for specific If you’re not sure what you want to do or even which career learning disabilities such as dyslexia, sensory impairment, MASTERS dyspraxia and physical difficulties. This is funded through the is best for you, please call the College on 0345 120 0044 to A Masters degree is the most common post-graduate speak to or make an appointment with a guidance officer or Disabled Students Allowance (DSA). qualification which you can take after you have completed HOW TO APPLY text ercadvice to 88020. This support is free and could help students with study skills, an honours degree or equivalent. It shows a high level of Application methods vary according to proof reading, extended loans for library books, specific expertise in the studied field, and usually involves writing computer software and mobility support, for example. a thesis. the course you are taking. When you’ve CAN I STUDY AROUND MY JOB? decided on a course, find it at Yes you can. A lot of these courses are designed for people to For further information please ask to speak to a guidance officer or disability adviser or visitwww.direct.gov.uk/ TEACHER TRAINING www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk and do as part of their job. In fact it may be worth discussing your choice of course with your employer, particularly if it’s work studentfinance for detailed information. These popular courses provide higher education qualification apply online. related. Many of our learners have their course fees paid or routes which will enable you to apply for QTLS (qualified are supported by their employer. ADDITIONAL NEEDS teacher learning and skills) status. We run courses for people You may be directed to a UCAS website to We welcome students with disabilities, specific learning who are already teaching and those who are not, and for complete your application. To discuss your difficulties and medical conditions who are considered for people with and without degrees. application or to find out about hard copy courses according to the same academic criteria as other We work like a teacher training college and excel in turning applications, call 0345 120 0044 candidates. industry specialists into teachers. Unlike other providers, we can arrange work placements and provide mentor support.
6 7 SUPPORT AND ADVICE
The College has a qualified team of guidance staff who are on hand to provide expert support throughout your time at College. They can help you explore the career options available to you, help you to choose the most appropriate course and help you to plan what to do when you’ve completed your studies at the College.
The College’s tutors will also advise on the career If you’re not sure what you want to do or even opportunities available in a particular vocational area, which career is best for you, just ring and make an the courses available and the progression opportunities appointment to see our guidance officers or talk to in that particular area. They can tell you more about them on the phone. The number is 0345 120 0044. what the course is like, what kind of things you’ll learn, The College’s support team is recognised regionally how the course is organised, how you’ll be assessed and nationally for the quality of its guidance services. and what previous students have gone on to do. The College is accredited to the East Riding Gold Standard and the Matrix Standard for information, advice and guidance.
DISCLAIMER Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this course guide, which was correct at the time of going to press. East Riding College can accept no responsibility for the consequences of any error or omission in this course guide. If, in the opinion of the College authorities, circumstances necessitating a change to the course provision occur, an advertised course may be changed, or its contents modified. Courses are subject to recruitment, and external funding changes. Applications are accepted in accordance with the conditions of the College’s Admissions Policy. Latest course information is available on the College website. Please check the relevant course pages before you apply.
8 9 OUR CAMPUS FACILITIES
Our Bridlington campus, is a modern, purpose-built development, which opened in 2009. In the past seven years, we have continued to invest in the building and IT equipment, and have a floodlit, multi-use sports facility within the grounds as well as a teaching gym. Between our Beverley and Bridlington campuses, and our fully refurbished Hull site, we believe we are Inspire Salon now one of the best equipped colleges in the country.
CAFÉS AND RESTAURANTS INSPIRE HAIR AND Our Beverley and Bridlington campuses have BEAUTY SALONS refectories which serve a range of healthy and tasty Our salons offer a full range of hairdressing, beauty food at reasonable prices. They’re relaxed and and holistic therapy services to students and members informal places where you can get your lunch and of the public. Why not call in and treat yourself to a hang out with friends. massage or manicure? Call 01482 390744 for Beverley Our Beverley and Bridlington sites also have training or 01262 455044 for Bridlington. restaurants which serve top quality food to members of the public. You can book a table for lunch or come along with your family and friends on Thursday NEW HORIZONS TRAVEL AGENCY evenings. Call 01482 390760 for Elwell’s restaurant at Travel and tourism students book holidays, day Beverley or 01262 455063 for Archers restaurant at Bridlington. trips and concerts for real paying customers. New Horizons can be found at our Beverley and Bridlington campuses, and it’s open to students too! Call 01482 390933 for Beverley or 01262 455021 for Bridlington. LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRES Learning Resource Centre Our Learning Resource Centres are home to a wide range of reference materials and course texts as well as DVDs and interactive CD-ROMs to support your studies. They also have lots of computers available Our fantastic new campus in Beverley is set within the exciting and photocopying services to support learners at the Flemingate shopping and leisure development. College. Even if you aren’t in College you can access the extensive range of e-books in our online library 24- The building is packed with the latest in teaching and learning technology to ensure you get the most out 7-365 via the College virtual learning environment. of your course and have an excellent experience. It’s in a great location too, right next to Beverley railway station so it’s quick and easy to get to and from Hull city centre, Cottingham and Driffield. It’s also less than 10 minutes from Beverley bus station. New Horizons
10 11 JOIN A VIBRANT WIDER COMMUNITY HOW TO FIND US
TO HORNSEA BEVERLEY (A1035) NORTH BAR WITHOUT SWINEMOOR LANE
MANOR ROAD
A1035 TO DRIFFIELD Driffield 15 mins (A164) TO MALTON (A1035) East Riding College NORWOOD Flemingate Centre TO YORK (A1079) NEW WALKERGATE Armstrong Way A1174 Beverley HENGATE Railway Station
Beverley GROVEHILL ROAD Beverley Bus Station East Riding of Yorkshire EAST RIDING COLLEGE
FLEMINGATE HU17 0GH A1079
KELDGATE Cottingham 7 mins Hull 15 mins
TO WALKINGTON
The College is based in Beverley, Bridlington and Hull. Both campuses are TO HULL (A1174) TO HUMBER BRIDGE modern learning environments with lots to offer higher education students. East Riding College,(A164) Bridlington
A1079 Getting there VICTORIA ROAD The Beverley campus is within the vibrant Flemingate Our Hull site is home to the East Riding College Music shopping and leisure complex, and a stone’s throw Academy. It’s city centre location means it is ideally East Riding College from Beverley’s famous Minster and the bustling placed for students to take full advantage of Hull’s UK St Mary’s Walk Bridlington market town, with its wide selection of bars, cafes and City of Culture status. TO SCARBOROUGH East Riding of Yorkshire BRIDLINGTON (A165) MINSTER WAY YO16 7JW restaurants. MARTON ROAD
The town of Bridlington hosts the College graduation, FORTY FOOT A town famous for its festivals, Beverley boasts a which is held at the impressive Priory Church of St Mary. East Riding College EAST RIDING COLLEGE thriving cultural scene, to complement nearby Hull’s The college is only minutes from Bridlington’s historic St Mary’s Walk
ST JOHN’S ST ST MARY’S WALK status as City of Culture 2017. old town and the North Promenade and beach. Bridlington
ST ALBAN ROAD East Riding of Yorkshire QUEENSGATE YO16 7JW
TO DRIFFIELD Q U A Y AND YORK (A614) R O A D
Bridlington Bus Station BESSINGBY ROAD B East Riding College, Hull Bridlington Railway Station KEY TO MAP STATION ROAD Getting there PROMENADE EAST RIDING HULL TO SCARBOROUGH TO BEVERLEY COLLEGE RAILWAY AND HULL (A165) East Riding College B BUS24-30 STOPS St James Street Hessle Road PARKINGHull P HU3 2DH
TO BEVERLEY (A1174) HULL Beverley TO HORNSEA Railway Station (A166)
A1079 East Riding College TO BEVERLEY (A164) AND 24-30 St James Street YORK (A1079) Hessle Road
Hull Cottingham BEVERLEY ROAD Railway Station HU3 2DH A164
D OA S R ES RN W E IL D LE L RB O TO WITHERNSEA Y R H OAD (A1033) Paragon Interchange HEDON ROAD (Hull Bus and Railway Station) EAST RIDING KEY TO MAP COLLEGE TO M62 BOOTHFERRY ROAD EAST RIDING
A63 COLLEGE
BUS STOPS HUMBER B BRIDGE PARKING 12 13 P MEET OUR STUDENTS
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Nigel Hooson BA Hons Education and Professional Development CASE STUDY: Lorraine Croissant Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Year 1) “I went on to complete a level 5 in numeracy with Selby College. “I was trying for over a year to find the right teaching It’s been so welcoming. The induction was excellent and course when I found East Riding College. I’ve got all the details were sorted, like organising my staff badge, I then spent a year teaching a psychology degree and really wanted to get into so I didn’t look different to other staff – they seem to think functional maths on the NYCC teaching, but I’ve got children, and a job. A lot colleges of everything! They also made sure we understood how want you to study full time, which means giving up work, to use the LRC as trainee teachers, as well as students. Personalised Learning Pathway. finding childcare, and it’s a real struggle. I was accepted Our tutor emailed us the resources and the reading list I am now teaching maths at somewhere else and I got really excited, but then they beforehand so we were able to prepare. They really do said I had to go and find a placement in psychology. I practice what they preach – demonstrating teaching HMP Onley in Warwickshire. tried to find a placement, but without any guidance it was good practice all the way. really difficult. Our tutor has been really accommodating. He makes I was about to give up, but I’d heard of East Riding sure we all get the best out of the course, and even “ College, so I gave them a try and they were really quick gives us opportunities to get additional training like to respond, helpful, and gave me great advice. They Safeguarding and Prevent, as well as setting us up on listened, which convinced me they were thinking about BKSB. what was best for me. I was delighted when my tutor got in touch to tell me he’d found me a placement and It really is like being at teacher training college, everything a mentor in psychology at the College - he’d sorted it all is geared towards making you into a good teacher, not out so that I could do my work placement and study in just getting the qualification. Having a mentor has been the same place, which is brilliant. as helpful as getting feedback from my tutor, helping me build and reflect on my skills. Everyone I have come across goes out of their way to give you the best experience.” CASE STUDY: Amy Slater BA (Hons) Degree in Early Childhood Policy and Practice WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Madaline Palmer “During my time at school I was easily influenced by the The degree course was very interesting and the tutors other pupils which led me to be distracted and unwilling worked with each of us independently at times to FD Childhood Policy and Practice 2013 to pay attention in most of my subjects. I had very little ensure we understood and achieved. I chose the course confidence and found some subjects difficult. My friends because it was the next step to further my career. I was and I came to College together but when they moved on I also encouraged by all my previous tutors to continue the was nervous and unsure what to do next - but I decided to good work. I’ve worked full time throughout my studies, stay at College and continue with my childcare studies. first as a nursery nurse and then as a private nanny. After I gained my degree “ I ended up progressing all the way from level one to a I feel like I’ve achieved a lot. I have planned, organised I did a short time as degree, all at the College in Bridlington. I didn’t have and run my own parent and toddler groups. I’ve started a tutor at East Riding much confidence when I first started, but the College was my own business called Tiny Tots, providing children’s a friendly and social environment and I made many new entertainment, with help from my current boss. East Riding College then I trained to friends over the years. College helped me find my feet, grow in confidence and be an early years teacher. showed me that by believing, anything is possible! I am now teaching in a Hull nursery school. “
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CASE STUDY: CASE STUDY: Chanelle Hardcastle Philip Murthwaite Trainee Accountant, Lloyd Dowson Foundation Degree in Computing
“When I left school I wanted to work in an office role, so “I was working as an IT Lab Technician at East Riding I spoke to my Dad and he suggested that accountancy College when I decided to study the Foundation Degree would suit me and give me good prospects for the future. in Computing to develop my skills. I chose the College because of its location and because I was already familiar I was working as a receptionist in a garage when I with the organisation and the tutors, having worked in decided I wanted to start my AAT Level 2 qualification. the IT Lab! I already knew Phil Earls the course tutor and I spoke to my employer and was lucky as I had their was delighted to study with him as my tutor. He was very Student support to take time out of work to attend classes. supportive. It was great to learn from other learners in the of the class too - and the facilities are excellent. I now work as an Year I continued to Level 3 and felt elated with the amount onsite IT Technician at Coventry University’s Scarborough 2016 of progress I had made by the end of the course. campus.” I knew before I started my Level 4 I wanted to find a job with an accounting practice. I received advice and direction from my College tutor and ultimately, this led to me becoming a trainee accountant at Lloyd Dowson. I chose them because they were one of the biggest firms in the area. They provide services such as CASE STUDY: payroll, tax and auditing. They believe in investing in Michaela Westerman their staff and are proactive when it comes to training. BSc (Hons) in Sports, Coaching and Health Sciences I am now studying to complete my Level 4 and have the support from Lloyd Dowson, who provide lots of in house training and support to aid my study and help “I chose East Riding College for my degree as it was local I was overwhelmed with emotion when I saw my name in me achieve the best results I can. I am now being and meant I could carry on working whilst studying. I the programme at the graduation, and heard the citation mentored by more experienced colleagues to further hope to go on to do a Masters in Psychology with the end about myself. It made my achievements seem very real. my knowledge and skills. goal of becoming a Sports Psychologist. CASE STUDY: I would highly recommend this College to anybody - My aspirations for the future are to gain more experience Samantha Dicken I felt a massive sense of pride receiving the student of the flexibility around the course makes it ideal for any at work and pursue getting my chartered status. the year award, I felt like all the hard work and late night situation. Both sites have brilliant facilities for all courses. My experience at East Riding College has been Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Policy and Practice library sessions had paid off - not only in my results but by The tutors are extremely helpful and are accessible excellent and has had such a positive impact on my receiving the award. whenever you need them.” “I work as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at the Hall life, I have had extra support whenever I have needed Road Academy in Hull. My employers asked if I would be it from my tutor and I have enjoyed all the lessons.” interested in studying on the Foundation Degree and I decided to further my skills, as it would enable me to have the opportunity to progress my career.
I chose East Riding College as it had a more personal approach, with smaller class sizes, allowing the tutors more time to lend support. The support I received from the tutors was fantastic and a great help as I juggled a family, job and study! I wouldn’t have coped without the huge support I received and I believe I wouldn’t have got this at a bigger college or university.”
16 17 ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION ACCOUNTING
Level Three Access to Higher Education Diploma Level Four AAT Diploma in Accounting
Beverley, Bridlington (full time) Beverley (part time) 36 weeks (full time) 18 months (part time) Beverley 38 weeks (two nights a week)
What is the course about? Law What is the course about? Entry requirements The aim of this course is to enable mature learners to • Contract law This level four advanced diploma course develops knowledge Students will normally be expected to have completed the gain entry to higher education. The Level Three Access to • Criminal law and understanding gained on the Level Three Diploma Level Three AAT Diploma in Accounting. This course is also Higher Education Diploma programme provides an entry • The English legal system in Accounting course. It is suitable for students who have appropriate for applicants already in possession of a degree qualification to a range of undergraduate programmes and • Psychology successfully completed the diploma and for students with in accounting. degrees at local and national universities. The course is • Sociology advanced skills and knowledge, such as an accounting
fast paced and the full time course is timetabled for degree. It is roughly the equivalent to the first year of a What next? Social science On finishing training at level four, students can apply for AAT approximately 12 hours per week, usually across 3 days, degree. • Social welfare professional membership where the letters MAAT can be used for the full academic year. • Psychology The Level Four AAT Diploma in Accounting qualification will after your name - this is an internationally recognised mark What will I study? • Sociology build upon skills gained at level three with the introduction of of accounting excellence. You could also apply to become This course is available as seven pathways, depending on drafting financial statements for limited companies, complex your own boss as an AAT licensed member in practice (MIP). Sport the area you plan to focus on in your degree and career. management accounting tasks and developing your own You may also wish to continue studies at university or with a • Sport and fitness You will cover a range of key skills, such as academic writing, management skills. chartered accounting body such as CIMA. • Psychology research skills and referencing, with the pathways including • Anatomy and physiology The qualification provides exemptions on accounting and units such as: What will I study? • Sociology The following mandatory units: finance related degrees at over 30 UK universities and, Business additionally, the Level Four AAT Diploma in Accounting Sustainable construction (subject to validation/approval) • Financial statements • Management and leadership qualification attracts generous exemptions for further training • Environmental science • Budgeting • Marketing an organisation with UK accountancy bodies, such as the Chartered Institute • Sustainability construction • Internal control and managing systems • Ethics in business of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), the Institute of technology • Financial performance • Psychology Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the • Low carbon techniques and • Sociology Your choice of two of the following optional units: Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the technologies used in buildings Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) and the Education • Business tax Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). • Skills for Learning How will I be assessed? • Personal tax A variety of assessment methods are used, typically including • Education studies • External auditing assignments, presentations, essays and examinations. • Psychology • Cash management • Sociology What next? • Credit control A variety of degree and other higher education courses, Health science professions including the College’s range of HNCs, HNDs, foundation • Biology How will the course be delivered? degrees, degrees and teacher training courses. A mixture of lectures, seminars and individual and group work. • Sociology • Psychology How will I be assessed? In order to successfully complete the AAT programme, Humanities This qualification is awarded by participants will be expected to undertake a computer-based • English assessment for each module of learning and a final synoptic • History This qualification is awarded by assessment at the end of the course. • Sociology • Psychology
18 19 ACCOUNTING ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN
Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Art and Design The CIMA Level Five Diploma in Management Accounting (Fashion and Clothing, Graphic Design and Interactive Media pathways also available)
Beverley 35 weeks: part-time Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? CIMA Professional Qualifications are recognised worldwide as A mixture of lectures, seminars and individual and group work. This course provides an opportunity to develop the You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written highly relevant global finance qualifications for business. The intellectual, creative and technical skills required to be a assignments, work-based assignments, work experience,
Level 5 Diploma is an operational level qualification and the How will I be assessed? successful contemporary practitioner in the art and design practical assessment, portfolio development and Candidates will sit their examinations at a local CIMA first level of the CIMA professional suite. industries. Students will be provided training in essential presentations. examination centre. skills of visual communication and will have the opportunity
What will I study? to explore a range of applications of visual communication Entry requirements Four examination units: Entry requirements • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including Ideally candidates will already possess Level Four AAT. including fashion, textiles, 3D product, fine art, illustration, English language Organisational Management (E1) print, typography, lens-based media, time-based media and • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject Exemptions graphic design. You may qualify for exemptions if you: • Successful interview with visual portfolio and • Introduction to organisations In addition to the mandatory units you will be able to choose demonstrating commitment to the subject • Managing the finance function • Are a graduate of a degree programme that is related to from a range of optional units that interest you most. • Managing technology and information the CIMA syllabus. What next? • Operations management • Have an MBA or a Masters in Accounting. What will I study? Progression to the Level Five Higher National Diploma in • Marketing • Are a member or passed finalist of ICWAI or ICMAB, or a Mandatory units: Art and Design, the second year of a BA (Hons) degree, or • Managing human capital member of ICMAP. professional practice in a range of careers in fashion, art, • Are studying or have completed a relevant qualification • Visual communication crafts, graphics and related industries, including design for Management Accounting (P1) with another professional body. • Ideas generation and development advertising, page layout, illustration and digital imaging, and • Contextual and cultural referencing fashion styling and clothes design. • Cost accounting systems Exemptions will be discussed with you during your interview • Professional practice • Budgeting for the course. • Short-term decision making Optional units include: • Dealing with uncertainty through decision analysis • Advertising campaigns Financial Reporting and Taxation (F1) • Design application in fashion • Specialist 3D materials • Regulatory environment for financial reporting and • Painting and printmaking corporate governance • Business practise/marketing for self-employment • Financial accounting and reporting • Management of working capital, cash and sources of short-
term finance How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught • The fundamentals of business taxation sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based assessment. Operational Level Case Study Based on the content of E1, P1 and F1 you will apply the knowledge you have gained in the three subjects to reflect This qualification is awarded by Validated by real-life work situations.
20 21 ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN
UCAS UCAS code code 21WW P310
Level Five BTEC Higher National Diploma in Art and Design BA (Hons) Contemporary Media, Design and Production (Fashion, Graphic Design and Interactive Media pathways also available)
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: full-time Beverley Three Years: full-time
What is the course about? Interactive media pathway optional units include: What is the course about? Optional modules: This course is aimed at people who would like to work in The communications revolution has already taken place; as a • Games art and design or digital design for creative arts and media industries. The main pathway is in art • Web authoring result we are all members of a global digital community where contemporary media and design, for people wishing to work as a practising artist • 3D computer modelling and animation high-level technological literacy is set to become the norm, • Interactive media production or web games production or in a related occupation, such as someone who makes and • Digital video post-production and editing providing exciting new workplaces and challenges as new • 3D visual effects or 3D pre-visualisation sells craft items for a living. Pathways are also available in • Graphic narrative production channels emerge at an extraordinary pace. fashion, graphic design and interactive media. We aim to prepare you for these exciting and sometimes How will the course be delivered? How will the course be delivered? This programme comprises a mixture of practical workshops, During the programme you will study and practise a variety It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught unpredictable environments by aiding the development of of techniques and develop a substantial portfolio of work, as your professional awareness, intellectual skills and practical lectures, seminars, independent learning and work-based sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based assessment. well as learning the theory behind art and design. In addition assessment. abilities, while nurturing your imagination and creativity. to the mandatory units you will be able to choose the optional Emphasis will be placed on practical production and design, How will I be assessed? units that interest you most. How will I be assessed? Assessment is based on a mixture of assessment methods You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written while assessments will be presented in the context of a including: individual practical work, essays, reports, seminar What will I study? assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, professional workplace; balancing the need to develop presentations, pitches, webcasts, exhibitions and group work. Mandatory units include: practical assessment, portfolio development and technically with the knowledge and understanding required to presentations. function in a competitive market. An independent study module will be undertaken in the final • Visual communication East Riding College continually forges and develops year, which will include a dissertation. • Ideas generation and development Entry requirements • Contextual and cultural referencing • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above, relationships with employers to assist in providing quality work Entry requirements • Professional practice to include English language experience opportunities and live work-based assignments for • A relevant level three qualification totalling 80 UCAS points • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject our students. • HND, foundation degree or higher apprenticeship in a Art and design pathway optional units include: • Successful interview with visual portfolio and related discipline What will I study? demonstrating commitment to the subject Core modules: • English and mathematics at a minimum level of GCSE grade • Portrait and figure studies C or IELTS Score of 6 or above • Portfolio preparation What next? Year one Successful completion could help to progress your career • Applicants must be willing to gain a placement with a • Drawing techniques • Digital technologies in a technical or management role. You can progress onto suitable employer. • Painting studies and mixed media • Decoding the digital society • Jewellery design a top-up degree, which is usually a one year course which is • Animation techniques and principles • Glass equivalent to the third year of a degree and results in a full BA What next? (Hons) degree. Top-up degrees are available for all subjects at • Digital video production This programme would lead you into a production or design • Digital image production Fashion pathway optional units include: most universities and colleges. role within media sectors such as: video games, visual effects, Year two: film and television, radio, web and interactive. You might also • Design exploration in fashion and textiles • Professional development move into a design or production role within other creative • Creating a fashion collection • Work based practice industries. Successful candidates may consider pursuing • Experimental printed textiles • Audience postgraduate studies with local or national higher education • Garment manufacture • Audio for contemporary media institutions. • 3D motion graphics Graphic design pathway optional units include: Validated by Year three: • Digital imaging • Independent study Validated by • Typography • Professional production • Design and layout • Live conference and exhibition • Photography • Web-based portfolio 22 23 ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN
Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Fashion and Clothing Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Graphic Design
Bridlington Two years: part-time Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? Entry requirements This course is aimed at people who would like to work in a It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught This course is aimed at people who would like to work in a • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above, to include English wide variety of careers in the fashion and textiles industry, sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based wide variety of jobs which involve graphic design, whether in language both in mass production and in small designer businesses. assessment. advertising, newspapers, websites or as a freelance designer. • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject During the programme you will study and practise a number You will develop your design skills through project work to a • Successful interview with visual portfolio and demonstrating
of techniques and develop a substantial portfolio of work, as How will I be assessed? number of specific briefs while learning the theory behind art commitment to the subject. You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written and design and a variety of relevant subjects. In addition to well as learning the theory behind fashion and clothing design assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, the mandatory units you will be able to choose the optional and manufacture. practical assessment, portfolio development and units that interest you most. What next? Progression to the Level Five BTEC Higher National Diploma In addition to the mandatory units you will be able to choose presentations. in Art and Design, the second year of a degree or professional the optional units that interest you most. What will I study? Entry requirements Mandatory units include: practice in a range of careers in fashion, art, crafts, graphics What will I study? • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above, and related industries, including design for advertising, Mandatory units include: to include English language • Visual communication illustration and web. • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject • Ideas generation and development
• Visual communication • Successful interview with visual portfolio and • Contextual and cultural referencing • Ideas generation and development demonstrating commitment to the subject • Professional practice • Contextual and cultural referencing
• Professional practice What next? Optional units include: Progression to the Level Five BTEC Higher National Diploma in Art and Design, the second year of a BA (Hons) degree, Optional units include: • Digital imaging or professional practice in a range of careers in fashion, art, • Typography crafts, graphics and related industries, including fashion • Design exploration in and fashion and textiles • Design and layout styling and clothes design. • Creating a fashion collection • Photography • Experimental printed textiles • Website design • Garment manufacture • Concepts for costume design How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based assessment.
How will I be assessed? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, practical assessment, portfolio development and presentations. Validated by Validated by
24 25 ART, MEDIA AND DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
UCAS code K2L7
Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Interactive Media Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time Beverley Two semesters: full-time. Three semesters: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? This course is aimed at people who would like to work in It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught This course is highly regarded in the construction industry, You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written a wide variety of careers in the media industry, in areas sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based giving you the opportunity to continue your studies to a assignments, work-based practical assessment, portfolio such as film, television, websites and animation. During assessment. higher level, and is aimed at people who are looking to development and presentations. the programme you will study and practise a number of progress their career away from “hands-on” work. It will give
techniques and develop a substantial portfolio of work, as How will I be assessed? you the skills needed for technician and junior management Entry requirements You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written A level three qualification in construction or a related level three well as learning essential media theory. In addition to the posts throughout the built environment and construction assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, qualification. mandatory units you will be able to choose the optional units sector in areas such as architectural technology, quantity practical assessment, portfolio development and that interest you most. surveying, estimating, building surveying and construction presentations. What next? management in the public and private sector. Completion of the course can lead to the Level Five BTEC
What will I study? Higher National Diploma in Construction, other higher Mandatory units include: Entry requirements After completing your higher national certificate, there is the • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above, education such as the BSc (Hons) in Construction or option to top up to a higher national diploma, which is a level to include English language employment within the construction sectors. • Visual communication in art and design five qualification. • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject • Ideas generation and development in art and design • Successful interview with visual portfolio and • Contextual and cultural referencing in art and design What will I study? demonstrating commitment to the subject The course will cover the following units: • Professional practice in art and design
What next? • Design principles Optional units include: Progression to the Level Five BTEC Higher National • Science and materials Diploma in Art and Design, the second year of a degree, • Health and safety • Web authoring or professional practice in a range of careers in fashion, art, • Group project • 3D computer modelling and animation crafts, graphics and related industries, including computer • Construction and maintenance • Digital video post-production and editing modelling, digital media and DVD menu designing. • Computer aided design • Graphic narrative production • Design procedures • DVD menu design and authoring • Construction and adaptation
How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based assessments.
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26 27 CONSTRUCTION EARLY YEARS AND CARE SERVICES
UCAS UCAS code code K2R5 XL35
Level Five BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Policy and Practice
Beverley Two semesters: full-time. Three semesters: part-time Beverley Two years: full-time. Three years: part-time
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? The qualification prepares learners for employment in the You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written This course is intended to equip learners with the knowledge, The course will be delivered through a combination of construction and built environment sector and will be suitable assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, understanding and skills to meet the increasing demand on lectures and seminars with the opportunity for individual for learners who have already decided that they wish to enter practical assessment, portfolio development and childcare practitioners in early years settings. It comprises the and group work. All students will undertake private study to this area of work. Some adult learners may wish to make presentations. first two levels of a degree with opportunities to complete complement and extend the learning in the classroom. In the commitment required by this qualification in order to the honours degree through our top-up course. There is also addition, all students will have regular tutorials and implement
enter a specialist area of employment in construction and Entry requirements the opportunity to progress to early years teacher status and learning in the workplace . Students will be expected to A level four qualification in construction or a related level four the built environment or progress into higher education. qualified teacher status. participate in weekly forums on the College virtual learning qualification. Other learners may want to extend the specialism that they environment. The course is designed to support those childcare followed on the Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate What next? practitioners who wish to progress their development and programme. Completion of the course can lead to the BSc (Hons) How will I be assessed? pursue some of the many opportunities currently available for A range of assessment techniques will be used such as essays, Construction Management. What will I study? career development in the childcare and early years sector. reports, presentations, an examination, and professional There are six mandatory units; development portfolios. What will I study? • Design principles and application Modules will include: Entry requirements • Science and materials • A level three early years qualification or substantial • Child development and early learning • Applied mathematics experience in early years • Observing and assessing babies and young children • Management principles and application • Candidates should also be currently working in an early • Inclusive practice • Group project years setting • Aspects of professional practice - work-based learning • Health, safety and welfare • Candidates will need to demonstrate literacy skills • Safeguarding and partnership approaches which enable study at level four A variety of specialist units are also included. • Early years curriculum • Effective pedagogy What next? How will the course be delivered? • Play and early learning You could progress onto our one-year top-up course to gain It will be delivered through a mixture of workshops, taught • Reflective learning in study and at work the full honours degree. sessions, lectures, independent learning and work-based • Special educational needs and disability or managing an assessments. early childhood setting
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28 29 EARLY YEARS AND CARE SERVICES ENGINEERING
UCAS UCAS code code X320 H1W3
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Policy and Practice (Top-up) Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Engineering
Beverley One year: full-time. Three semesters (approximately 18 months): part-time. Beverley One year: full-time. Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? Our top-up Early Childhood Policy and Practice Degree with The course is assessed through a range of methods which This course offers a strong, sector-related emphasis on The course will be delivered through a mixture of theory Honours is for those interested in the development, care will enable all students to optimise their performance. The practical skills development, alongside the development based lessons, practical investigation activities, on-going and education of young children. It is concerned with ideas assessment methods include learning portfolios (including an of requisite knowledge and understanding. It provides assessment of assignments, projects with a range of unit end and practices that are drawn from a range of disciplines, electronic portfolio), essays, child study and presentation. In a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical tests. including history, psychology, philosophy, sociology, law and addition, you will complete an individual research project. skills required in the sector and its national recognition by
management, all of which contribute to the field of early employers allows direct progression to employment. How will I be assessed? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written years. Entry requirements • Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Policy and Practice This qualification is designed to meet the growing demand assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, During the BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Policy and Practice • 96 points at level five or equivalent for engineers in industry at level four, to equip them with practical assessment, portfolio development and you are introduced to the study of each of these distinctive modern skills sets, and to give them work-related and presentations.
disciplines within the context of examining early years practice What next? technical knowledge that encompass the engineering Successful completion could help to progress you onto and provision as well as policies and procedures. functions of design, manufacture and maintenance. Entry requirements various career paths such as teaching in the early years field • A level three qualification in a relevant subject and a What will I study? and other senior roles within early years settings. You can also During your studies, you will gain a specific understanding successful interview The course content is as follows: progress your career in a management role. of engineering principles, including developing transferable • Maths or engineering maths at level two communication and employability skills. You will be expected • Outdoor learning to interpret and critically analyse information and use the What next? • Well-being and building resilience in young children Successful completion could help to progress your career in information to solve real work-based engineering problems. • Communication, language and literacy a technical or management role or onto a higher level course • International perspectives in early years education What will I study? such as a relevant higher national diploma or a degree. • Research methodology Mandatory units This course is a strong foundation for learners continuing to • Analytical methods for engineers university to complete a degree. The level of independent How will the course be delivered? • Engineering science research and critical thinking as well as the assessment The course will be delivered through a combination of • Project design, implementation and evaluation methodology helps to prepare learners for university. lectures and seminars with the opportunity for individual Optional units include: Although the certificate is broadly equivalent to the first year and group work. All students will undertake private study to of an undergraduate degree, the entry point for a higher complement and extend the learning in the classroom. In • Manufacturing, planning and scheduling principles national certificate learner to a degree is at the discretion of addition, all students will have regular tutorials and implement • Plant and process principles the higher education institution. learning in the workplace. Students will be expected to • Engineering thermodynamics participate in weekly forums on the College virtual learning • Mechanical principles environment. • Electrical and electronic principles
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30 31 ENGINEERING HAIR & BEAUTY
Level Four Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in for Master Technicians Hair and Beauty Management
Beverley, Bridlington One year: part-time Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? The typical learner for this qualification will be 19 years or You will be assessed by a range of techniques to include This course will provide the skills and experience needed This course features traditional classroom teaching, practical over working in industry and will hold a level three automotive observation of practical activities in workshops, oral by people who are considering starting their own hair and lessons and e-learning, depending on the units chosen. technical qualification and/or an advanced apprenticeship. questioning, written reports and online testing. beauty business or who already own one. Many of the units
They will have experience of diagnosing and rectifying faults offer practical therapy treatment skills such as reflexology and How will I be assessed? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written on a wide range of vehicle systems, including electrical system Entry requirements aromatherapy while others help you with running your own • Level Three Certificate/Diploma in Motor Vehicle/ assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, operations. business. In addition to the mandatory units, you will be able Motorcycle or Marine Maintenance and Repair Principles practical assessment, portfolio development and to choose the optional units that interest you most. What will I study? or equivalent qualification with suitable trade experience, presentations. • Management principles with transferable occupational skills. After completing your higher national certificate, there is the
• Advanced vehicle technologies, including alternative • A satisfactory interview and an initial assessment option to top up to a higher national diploma, which is a level Entry requirements A level three hair or beauty qualification and a successful fuel vehicles five qualification. interview. • Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers on What next? For some learners this qualification could prepare them for technical matters What will I study? progression to further learning and training. For others, this Four mandatory units: What next? • Providing colleagues with technical advice and support Progression to the higher national diploma, an undergraduate qualification could also provide a useful recognition of their and undertaking diagnostic consultations with customers • Management of health and safety and security in the salon degree or further professional qualifications. Learners will also practical skills and knowledge, to aid them to step from one • Salon management be able to seek employment at a hair and beauty salon or job role to another. How will the course be delivered? • Sales management in the hair and beauty sector start up their own. This course is delivered through lectures and practical • Quality management of client care in the hair and activities. beauty sector Optional units include: • Managing the creation of a hairstyle collection • Physiology of ageing • Small business enterprise • Public relations (PR) in the hair and beauty sector
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32 33 HEALTH AND SAFETY HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Level Six NEBOSH Diploma Level Four Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Hull 44 weeks: part-time. Wednesday evening 6 – 9pm Beverley Two years: part-time plus block weeks
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? This course covers the main legal requirements for health The system of assessments consists of three examinations This is a professional qualification aimed at those who wish This course is delivered over one day a week, including an and safety in the UK. It also deals with a range of workplace (units A, B and C) and a workplace-based assignment to be recognised and practice as a professional counsellor. afternoon and evening. hazards and methods of control. The course will be beneficial consisting of an 8,000 to12,000 word dissertation (unit D). The course aims to create a reflective practitioner who is
to non-specialists who require sound initial training leading to competent in the knowledge, understanding and application How will I be assessed? • This qualification is internally assessed and externally an advanced recognised qualification. Entry requirements of counselling skills within the framework of a therapeutic The NEBOSH Level Six Diploma programme syllabus assumes moderated relationship. This competence will be underpinned by a deep The diploma is regarded as a professional qualification. that candidates will have the broad basic knowledge of health • Unit assignments (essays, reports, presentations, case understanding of one therapeutic model (person centred) Achievement of the qualification will allow students to place and safety that is provided by a level three qualification in studies, research) with knowledge of two others. the letters “Dip NEBOSH” after their name. occupational health and safety, such as the NEBOSH National • Counselling placement (to produce a placement file which General Certificate. This is not mandatory but the syllabus You will have 100 hours of supervised placement, individual will be externally assessed)
What will I study? content includes both knowledge and content which would supervision and individual personal therapy. The course is made up of four units: have been covered in a level three course, which will be Entry requirements This is a vocational course that requires 80% attendance. • You must be 18 years of age or over • Unit A: Managing health and safety further developed to a level six standard. • A Level Three Certificate/Diploma in Counselling Skill or • Unit B: Hazardous agents What will I study? • A minimum of 150 hours of counselling skills training • Unit C: Workplace and work equipment What next? • There are seven mandatory units of study: A Degree or Master’s Degree in Health and Safety • Unit D: Application of health and safety theory • Professional organisational issues in counselling What next? and practice. Additional Information • Counselling in a diverse society Upon successful completion you will have a licence to practice Registration with NEBOSH lasts for five years so it is not • Counselling theory as a counsellor. You may wish to progress on to further study
How will the course be delivered? always necessary to complete the course with the same group • Advanced counselling skills such as the Level Five Diploma in Counselling or continue The course will be delivered through a combination of you start with.. • Self-awareness for counsellors your study in a specialist area. lectures and other learning opportunities. In addition, all • Research methodologies in counselling students will have regular tutorials. Students will be expected • Counselling placement to complete regular independent study and participate in forums on the College virtual learning environment. It is also possible to study individual units as appropriate to Additionally in the first semester of year one, as an your job role. introduction to higher education study, a unit entitled Managing Your Learning will be studied.
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34 35 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
UCAS code G400
Level Four BTEC Higher National Certificate in Health Foundation Degree in Computing and Social Care
Bridlington Two years: part-time Bridlington Two years: full-time. Three years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? The course aims to provide students in practice, or those This course features traditional classroom teaching, practical The Foundation Degree in Computing is aimed at anyone Assessment methods include exams, practical assessments, progressing from level three, with good underpinning lessons, and e-learning, depending on the units chosen. wishing to go into the IT industry or continue their studies to presentations, group work, individual assignments, employer knowledge and understanding of health and social care. degree level at university. The course involves a substantial contribution and reflection. Examinations typically take place
This links to underpinning values and practice, as well as How will I be assessed? work placement element. Applicants choosing the foundation at the end of a module with the other assessments spread You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written some detailed subject knowledge. The programme has a degree will be expected to study 12 modules including the throughout the semester. assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, combination of core and optional units which provide a wide two work-based learning modules. practical assessment, portfolio development and knowledge base for those wishing to progress in either health Entry requirements presentations. • A relevant level three BTEC diploma or the social care sector. There is a requirement to undertake What will I study? Modules will include: • An A-level with relevant GCSEs at grade C or above 200 practice hours, either in the workplace or on placement. Entry requirements • Or previous commercial experience in the • A level three qualification in a relevant subject • Mathematics for computing and work computing sector What will I study? • A successful interview • Information technology and personal skills • Communicating in health and social care organisations • Introduction to programming • Safeguarding What next? What next? • Software engineering Upon successful completion of the foundation degree, you • Health and safety in the health and social care workplace Progression to HND or a degree in a related subject, such • Human computer interface will be able to progress onto the third year of the BSc (Hons) • Personal and professional development in health and as nursing, social work, teaching, psychology or health care • Networking concepts and practice Computer Science programme at the University of Hull, or you social care management. You could also progress into work in a number • Project management can go directly into industry. • Working in partnership in health and social care of roles in the health and social care sector, especially those in • Applied object-oriented programming • Psychological perspectives leadership and management. • Data analysis and database design • Anatomy and physiology • Comparative programming paradigms
You are expected to have a work placement for both years of the foundation degree. If you are unable to do this, the College will help you find one.
How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered through full attendance, at taught sessions and with e-learning.
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36 37 LEARNING SUPPORT MANAGEMENT
UCAS UCAS code code 4P2A 2H67
Foundation Degree in Learning Support Foundation Degree in Leisure Management
Beverley, Bridlington Two years, full-time* (Beverley only) or three years, part-time (both campuses). Beverley, Bridlington Two years: full-time. Four years: part-time
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? Designed to meet the needs of those working in learning Assessment is based on assignments submitted at the end This programme is for applicants with an interest in leisure, The course will include a variety of assessment methods support in pre-school, primary, secondary and post-16 of each module. Some assignments may be in the form of travel and management that are keen to gain further including essays, case studies, presentations, projects, education, this course focuses on work-related skills to presentations. knowledge and experience. Supervisors or middle managers portfolios, report writing and examinations. improve employability and effectiveness at work. currently working in the leisure industry may find the There are no examinations on the programme. programme appealing for their own personal development. Entry requirements The course aims to raise the status of learning support work, 48 UCAS points from Advanced Level studies, Access to
as well as to strengthen individual claims for promotion. Entry requirements HE or other relevant Level Three qualification. Applications • There are no formal entry requirements but you will What will I study? The course has a requirement of 240 credits equally divided from mature students will be viewed on an application by be expected to have relevant experience in a learning What will I study? between twelve 20-credit modules. application basis. • Learning support support role and the potential to work at higher education • Supporting and enhancing learning standard. Modules will include: What next? • Study skills for higher education Successful students have the option of continuing their • You must be employed or undertaking voluntary work in Level 4 • Social contexts of learning studies by applying for a level Six ‘Top Up’ programme learning support, with a minimum of six months recent • Digital technologies • Digital marketing and social media within a related subject such as a BA (Hons) in Business experience, as work-based learning is an essential • Working with professionals and families • The function of human resources within organisations Management, Travel and Tourism Management or component of the qualification. • Understanding teaching and learning • Introduction to marketing Event Management. Students may also gain or continue • Managing behaviour • Evidence of employer support is required on application. • Research methods and study skills employment in a range of professions within the leisure • Research methods • Managing an enterprise project industry.
• Safeguarding What next? • Finance and accounting in the leisure service sector Successful learners will be able to progress to degrees in • Project module subjects such as Learning and Teaching, (Primary Education) • Policy and practice Level 5 or Education and Learning, or Early Childhood Education and Care. Pursuing the primary education route will provide • Group research project How will the course be delivered? Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). • Organisational behaviour The course will be delivered through a series of face to face lectures and seminars and through online delivery. In addition, there will be regular tutorials which are held both face to face How will the course be delivered? and online. The programme content will be delivered through a combination of theoretical lectures and offsite visits and seminars with guest speakers from industry. Students will have the opportunity to work individually and as a group whilst gaining additional programme support via tutorial sessions. Vocational experience will be delivered within a work placement of the students’ choice. Students are expected to complete independent learning whilst using the College’s virtual learning environment for Validated by programme resources and interactive communication/ Validated by support.
38 39 MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT
ILM Level Four NVQ Diploma in Management NVQ Level Five Diploma in Management and Leadership
Workplace, Beverley, Bridlington, Hull 12-18 months: part-time Workplace, Beverley, Bridlington, Hull 12-18 months: part-time
What is the course about? How will I be assessed? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? The ILM Level Four NVQ Diploma in Management is ideal Most assessments will be work-based. An assessor will come The ILM Level Five NVQ Diploma in Management and Most assessments will be work-based. An assessor will come for managers moving into a middle management position, into your workplace and observe your current practice. The Leadership is aimed at middle managers with responsibility into your workplace and observe your current practice. The who still retain responsibility for operational processes but assessor will guide and advise you on how to collect evidence for substantial programmes and resources. It develops skills assessor will guide and advise you on how to collect evidence are more removed from day to day operations. The course for your portfolio. Evidence can include witness testimonies, in strategic planning, strategic change and business process for your portfolio. Evidence can include witness testimonies, develops the knowledge and skills required to take on higher products, documents, observations, question and answer design alongside core leadership and management abilities products, documents, observations, question and answer level responsibilities such as planning and implementing sessions, and video or audio. such as inspiring colleagues and delivering results. sessions, and video or audio. change. This qualification forms part of the ILM Level Four
Management Apprenticeship. Entry requirements What will I study? Entry requirements Each candidate is assessed on their ability to perform tasks Mandatory units: Each candidate is assessed on their ability to perform tasks What will I study? competently, and whether they have the correct knowledge competently, and whether they have the correct knowledge Mandatory Units: and understanding to be competent at those tasks. • Contribute to the development of a strategic plan and understanding to be competent at those tasks. • Design business processes • Manage personal and professional development What next? • Manage strategic change What next? • Provide leadership and management This qualification will provide progression opportunities to A related course such as our ILM Level Seven NVQ Diploma in • Provide leadership and management • Develop and implement an operation plan other qualifications such as: Strategic Management and Leadership.
• Develop working relationships with stakeholders ILM Level Five NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership Optional units include: Additional Information Optional units include: Validated by the Institute of Leadership & Management. • Managing product development and marketing • Recruiting staff • Manage a budget • Planning, allocating and monitoring work • Manage a tendering process • Building, supporting and managing a team • Manage physical resources • Managing grievance procedures • Recruitment, selection and induction practice • Managing a tendering process • Manage individual’s performance • Planning and managing a project • Chair and lead meetings • Leading innovation within an organisation • Design business processes • Managing a budget
How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered by workplace assessment and the How will the course be delivered? It will be delivered by workplace assessment and the development of a portfolio of evidence. development of a portfolio of evidence. Validated by Validated by
40 41 MANAGEMENT MUSIC & DANCE
UCAS code W300
ILM Level Seven NVQ Diploma in Strategic Management Level Four Higher National Certificate in Music and Leadership
Workplace, Beverley, Bridlington, Hull 12-18 months: part-time Hull One year: full-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? This programme has been designed for senior managers The qualification is built around key tasks from the job role This course will provide an opportunity to develop the It will be delivered using a mixture of rehearsal workshops with a high degree of autonomy for deploying resources and and is delivered in the workplace by a qualified assessor and intellectual, creative and technical skills required to be a and instrumental tuition, lectures, autonomous learning and achieving strategic goals. The qualification allows the learners involves working through the chosen units. successful contemporary practitioner in the music industry. work-based assessment including Cubase, Sibelius and music to develop their strategic management skills, providing performances. Students will explore a range of recognised music applications leadership and coaching to other managers while also How will I be assessed? Each candidate is assessed on their ability to perform tasks integral to the art of composing, performing and recording focusing on organisational performance and strategy. How will I be assessed? competently, and whether they have the correct knowledge with opportunities throughout the course for performance The delivery is entirely modular with no set exams. It is What will I study? and understanding to be competent at those tasks. The at a range of venues both locally and regionally as well as designed to be supportive to the student’s career with Mandatory units: course is assessed through observations, underpinning opportunities to develop their artistry to a professional targeted projects for practical and academic development. knowledge questions and the development of a portfolio of level. This will take place at the newly refurbished music This means you will be assessed in a variety of ways, • Developing a strategic business plan evidence to demonstrate competence. Candidates will be department based near Hull’s town centre. Designed as including written assignments, work-based assignments, • Executing a strategic business plan provided with the course materials. an artist development course, this provison will offer real work experience, practical assessment, video portfolio • Providing strategic leadership and direction opportunities to develop your musical skills with free and development and presentations.
Entry requirements extensive use of state-of-the -art recording studios complete There are no prior entry requirements but you must have an Optional units include: with an in-house record label, Academy Records. Entry requirements appropriate knowledge and understanding of underpinning • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including principles of leadership and the management process. The course is naturally aimed at musicians who would English language • Develop a business strategy Your work role will provide opportunities to demonstrate like to take the opportunity to extend their skills and an • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject • Establish organisational governance controls competent performance in management and leadership at understanding of what is required of them in the music • Successful audition and interview • Shape organisational culture and values level seven. industry today while working on a full-time basis to a • Manage strategic human resources recognised higher education qualification. What next? • Obtain financial resources What next? Level Five HND Music at East Riding College Music Academy, • Lead the development of a knowledge management Further Higher Education courses. Hull strategy
• Lead the development of a quality strategy What will I study? • Creative arts research skills • Lead the development of a continuous improvement • Music performance skills strategy • Music composition skills • Establish business risk management processes • Music technology • Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion • Music performance studies • Design business processes • Music in context • Develop and manage collaborative relationships with other • Personal and professional development organisations • Studio recording and engineering • Optimise the use of technology Validated by • Manage product and/or service development • Manage strategic marketing activities Validated by
42 43 MUSIC & DANCE MUSIC & DANCE
UCAS code 4T8X
Level Five Higher National Diploma in Dance Level Five Higher National Diploma in Music Subject to Approval
Hull Two years: full-time Beverley Two years: full-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? This course will provide an opportunity to develop the It will be delivered using a mixture of rehearsal workshops HND Dance offers highly practical and intensive technical It will be delivered using a mixture of rehearsal workshops and intellectual, creative and technical skills required to be a and instrumental tuition, lectures, autonomous learning and training to extend and develop performance skills. With an lectures, autonomous learning and work-based assessment successful contemporary practitioner in the music industry at work-based assessment including Cubase, Sibelius and music emphasis on vocational training, you will have the opportunity and performances. a high level. performances. to undertake a work placement. How will I be assessed? Students will receive industry-specific tuition on instrumental How will I be assessed? Jobs and Careers The delivery is entirely modular with no set exams. It is skills, recording technology and performance, with the The delivery is entirely modular with no set exams. It is designed to be supportive to the student’s career with opportunity to become a promotional team, facilitaiting gigs designed to be supportive to the student’s career with • Choreographer targeted projects set through both years with regard both regionally and nationally. The course is oriented towards targeted projects set through both years with regard to • Dancer to practical and academic development. This means music industry work experience with opportunities to develop practical and academic development. This means you will be • Dance Teacher you will be assessed in a variety of ways, including live skills and work experience from teaching to entrepreneurship; assessed in a variety of ways, including written assignments, • Dance Therapist performance, written assignments, work-based assignments, both in the studio as well as music business. work-based assignments, work experience, practical work experience, practical assessment, video portfolio assessment, video portfolio development. development and presentations. The course is naturally aimed at musicians who would What will I study? like to take the opportunity to extend their skills and an Entry requirements • Contemporary technique Entry requirements understanding of what is required of them in the music • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including • Ballet technique • Four GCSE passes at grade C or above including industry today while working on a full-time basis to a English language • Choreography English language recognised higher education qualification. Normally students • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject • Preparation for performance • A level three qualification in an appropriate subject would progress from their first year studying for the HNC • Successful audition and interview • Jazz dance • Successful audition and interview Music course, but for the first time we are offering this as a • Understanding dance: history and analysis
stand alone course to all music practitioners with a level four What next? • Performance What next? BA (Hons) degree second year, or professional practice in a BA (Hons) degree second/third year, or professional practice qualification who would like to develop their skills and benefit • Urban dance range of careers in the music industry. in a range of careers in the dance industry. from work experience that is designed to self-actualise their • Professional studies dreams of a successful music career. • Choreography for film • Professional practice
What will I study? • Performance project • Band rehearsal and performance • Music business/entrepreneurship • Instrumental study • Music studio production • Managing a creative business; including tax and national insurance awareness • Critical music listening skills • Employability skills and work experience
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44 45 PUBLIC SERVICES SOCIAL SCIENCE
UCAS UCAS code code 8L19 L300
Foundation Degree in Public Services Management BA (Hons) Social Science
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: full-time. Four years: part-time Beverley, Bridlington Three years: full-time. Five years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? Year three: This programme is for applicants who are keen to gain the The programme content will be delivered through a This course offers students the opportunity to develop a • Dissertation appropriate level of qualification to apply for more specialist combination of theoretical lectures, off-site visits and seminars critical appreciation of the social sciences. The course is • The impact of globalisation on contemporary Britain roles with the Public Services, such as researcher, officer with guest speakers from industry. Students will have the about you, your relationships, the world you live in and it • Explaining and treating psychopathology in the armed forces, local council/government, courts and opportunity to work individually and as a group whilst gaining will change the way you think. You will study criminology, • Prisons and alternatives to prison the probationary service. By completing an additional one additional programme support via tutorial sessions. sociology and psychology, which will enable you to • Pro and anti-social behaviour year top-up the student could also apply for a graduate understand the contemporary world and to apply knowledge Vocational experience will be delivered within a work programme (for example with the prison service). to social issues and problems. placement of the students’ choice. Students are expected How will the course be delivered? Supervisors or middle managers currently working in the to complete independent learning whilst using the College’s Themes you will explore in the programme include social The course will be delivered by a series of lectures, seminars, public services may find the programme appealing for their virtual learning environment for programme resources and identity, informal social control, social and personality group work, guided independent research and tutorials. own personal development. interactive communication/support. development, globalisation, crime prevention strategies, How will I be assessed? psychology of relationships, research methods, You will be assessed by a combination of essays, What will I study? How will I be assessed? psychopathology, prisons and alternatives to prison, formal The course has a requirement of 240 credits equally divided The course will include a variety of assessment methods presentations and a dissertation in your final year. social control, historical and contemporary issues in policing between twelve 20-credit modules. including essays, case studies, presentations, projects, and anti-social behaviour. Entry requirements portfolios, report writing and examinations. Modules will include: • 48 points at A-level During the programme you will develop a range of subject- • A level three GNVQ/BTEC Entry requirements specific skills, competencies and transferable skills for the Level Four • 48 UCAS points from Advanced Level studies, Access to • An Access to HE Diploma with 45 of the 60 credits at graduate labour market. If you want to develop a critical HE or other relevant Level Three qualifications level three understanding of human behaviour, groups and society and • The function of human resources within organisations • Applications from mature students will be viewed on an be taught in small classes by an enthusiastic and dedicated What next? • Research methods and study skills application by application basis lecturing team then this can be the course for you. People who graduate in social sciences are among the most • Managing an enterprise project • Accredited Prior Learning (APL) will also be taken into likely to be employed of all graduates. Roles are varied • Public services support for national and local communities consideration alongside extensive work experience in the What will I study? but include those in social and community services, human • Professional practice (work-based learning) public service Year one: resources, education, the police and national and local • The management of employee’s welfare, well-being and • Introduction to psychology government. stress within the public services What next? • Introduction to sociology Successful students have the option of continuing their • Introduction to criminology Level Five studies by applying for a Level Six top-up programme • Issues in social research within a related subject such as a BA (Hons) in Public • Social identities • Equality and diversity in public services Sector Management. Students may also gain or continue • Debates in social studies • Business environments employment in a range of professions within the public • Research project services. Year two: • Advanced professional practice (work-based learning) • Informal social control • Economic impact on the UK public services • Social and personality development • Leadership and teamwork in the public services • Globalisation and the sociology of development • Crime prevention strategies Validated by Validated by • Relationships • Historical and contemporary issues in policing
46 47 SPORT AND RECREATION SPORTS & RECREATION
UCAS UCAS code code C600 CC60
Foundation Degree in Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences BSc (Hons) Sports, Coaching and Health Sciences (Top-up)
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: full-time. Four years: part-time Beverley, Bridlington One year: full-time. Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? This qualification is for students with an interest in competitive The programme content will be delivered through a This qualification is for students wishing to develop Assessment for modules varies dependent on the content sport, exercise and coaching for recreation and health. The combination of practical and theoretical lectures. Students their understanding of sport, exercise and coaching for and may include written assignments, presentations, personal course allows students to develop their knowledge through will have the opportunity to work individually and as a group competition, recreation and health. The course allows reflections, practical observations and many others. Students a large spectrum of exercise, science, fitness and coaching- whilst gaining additional programme support via seminars and students to expand their existing knowledge through a will also undertake an independent research project. based modules aiming to demonstrate how the applied tutorial sessions. Vocational experience will be delivered within large spectrum of exercise, fitness and coaching-based
nature of sports and science can influence performance and a work placement of the students’ choice. Externally, students modules. Students will also benefit from carrying out a Entry requirements • A HND with merit profile, foundation degree or equivalent fitness. are expected to complete independent learning whilst using research dissertation based on an area of interest. Level Five qualification in a subject allied to Sport, Health the College’s virtual learning environment for programme The course is comprised of lectures, seminars, practicals, The course is comprised of lectures, seminars, practicals, and Exercise or relevant experience. resources and interactive communication/support. and guest speakers, maximising the development of speakers and group work, maximising the development of • However, all applicants will be judged on their own merit students’ personal skills. students’ personal skills. Learners will be able to complete the considering their previous sporting experiences, vocational
foundation degree at East Riding College and on completion How will I be assessed? This course is for those who have completed a relevant history and current positions. Assessment for modules varies dependent on the content have the option of continuing their academic development by foundation degree or equivalent and would like to achieve and may include written assignments, presentations, personal taking the BSc top-up degree. the full BSc. reflections, practical observations, examinations and others. What next? Learners can continue their academic studies with a post-
What will I study? What will I study? graduate course such as a PGCE or Masters. Learners may The course has a requirement of 240 credits, equally divided Entry requirements The course has a requirement of 120 credits divided between • 48 UCAS points from Advanced Level studies also seek employment in a range of sports-related positions. between twelve 20-credit modules. four 20-credit modules and one 40-credit independent • Access to HE or other relevant Level Three qualification research project. • Applications from mature students will be viewed on Examples of modules studied on the course include: an application by application basis and will be judged Modules will include: on their own merit considering their previous sporting Level Four • Physical activity and health promotion experiences, vocational history and current positions. • Research methods and study skills • Specialist coaching and leadership • Functional anatomy and physiology • Qualitative analysis of sports performance What next? • Biomechanics and motion analysis in sport • Current practices in physical education and coaching. Successful students have the option of continuing their • Professional practice (work-based learning) studies by applying for the BSc top-up in Sports Coaching • The aetiology, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries in and Health Sciences at East Riding College or integration How will the course be delivered? sport The programme content will be delivered through a onto the third year of a degree course at an alternative • Exercise psychology combination of theoretical and practical lectures. In addition, provider. Previous students have been accepted at a range students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of other universities demonstrating the flexibility and variety Level Five through interactive seminars, group discussions, one-to- of potential career routes. Students may also return to • Applied fitness and training one tutorials, guest speakers and visits. A student-centred employment whilst retaining the option of completing a top- • Sports coaching approach to learning is an integral part of the programme up degree in future years. • Sport and exercise massage which allows the development of personal interests. Students • Nutritional strategies for sports performance will also have access to the College’s virtual learning • Advanced professional practice (work-based learning) environment for programme resources and interactive • Group research project Validated by communication and support. Validated by
Units may be subject to amendment due to re-validation.
48 49 TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Pre-Service Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) Pre-Service Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
Beverley, Bridlington One year: full-time Beverley, Bridlington One year: full-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? The pre-service programme is designed for those who are not The programme includes taught sessions, tutorials, teaching This programme is designed for graduates who would like The programme includes taught sessions, tutorials, teaching currently teaching but are suitably qualified and who would practice experience, visiting speakers, seminars, and a to work in the lifelong learning sector. The sector includes practice experience, visiting speakers and seminars, and a like to work in the lifelong learning sector. The sector includes conference at the University of Hull. further, higher and adult education, community and youth conference at University of Hull. further, higher and adult education, community and youth services, the health services, uniformed services (the armed
services, the health services, uniformed services (the armed How will I be assessed? forces, prison, the police and fire services), and private trainers How will I be assessed? Assessment includes written work, posters, presentations Assessment includes written work, posters, presentations forces, prison, the police and fire services), and private trainers and large organisations with their own training departments. It and personal development portfolios. You will be regularly and personal development portfolios. You will be regularly and large organisations with their own training departments. It also includes provision for teaching 14 to 16-year-olds in some observed teaching and this is an essential element in the observed teaching and this is an essential element in the also includes provision for teaching 14 to 16-year-olds in some subjects. assessment process. assessment process. subjects. Successful candidates may apply for status as Qualified
Successful candidates may apply for status as Qualified Entry requirements Teacher, Learning and Skills (QTLS). Recent changes to Entry requirements • A qualification at National Qualifications Framework • A degree in a subject you wish to teach. Teacher, Learning and Skills (QTLS). Recent changes to legislation now enable some holders of QTLS to teach in (NQF) level three or above in the area that you teach (for legislation now enable some holders of QTLS to teach in schools. example, A-Levels, HNC, HND, CGLI advanced, NVQ level What next? schools. On successful completion of the full course you will be three/four) This is a full-time course, normally completed in one year. awarded a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education. This is a full-time course, normally completed in one year. • You will complete a placement and record a minimum of Students will spend two days per week with other trainee As a qualified teacher there are opportunities for teaching Students will spend two days per week with other trainee 100 hours of teaching. teachers, following a course of academic study on principles your subject area in a wide range of settings nationwide. teachers, following a course of academic study on principles of teaching and learning. Up to three days per week will be Credit points for each module may be used in the Credit of teaching and learning. Up to three days per week will be spent in a placement within their specialist area, working with What next? Accumulation and Transfer Scheme to progress to higher level spent in a placement within their specialist area working with On successful completion of the full course you will be a range of students and building skills and confidence as a courses such as our Masters Degree in Education. a range of students and building skills and confidence as a awarded a Certificate in Education. As a qualified teacher teacher. teacher. there are opportunities for teaching your subject area in a Additional Information wide range of settings nationwide. Credit points for each What will I study? Alternative routes to qualification are via our part-time The programme is run in partnership with the University What will I study? module may be used in the Credit Accumulation and Transfer Certificate in Education/PGCE or the Level Three Award in The programme is run in partnership with the University of of Hull leading to a Professional Graduate Certificate in Scheme to progress to higher level courses such as our BA in Education and Training. Hull leading to a Certificate in Education. Education (PGCE) for holders of UK degrees. The modules Education and Professional Development. studied cover all the fundamental skills of teaching, facilitation The modules studied cover all the fundamental skills of of learning and curriculum development: teaching, facilitation of learning and curriculum development: Additional information Alternative routes to qualification are via our part-time • Principles and practice in post compulsory education • Principles and practice in post compulsory education certificate in education PGCE or the Level Three Award in • Practical teaching and learning • Practical teaching and learning Education and Training. • Exploring subject specialist teaching • Exploring subject specialist teaching • Advanced professional practice in context • Advanced professional practice in context The College will help you to organise a suitable work The College will help you to organise a suitable work placement in the local area. You will need to teach for a placement in the local area. You will need to record a minimum of 100 hours. minimum of 100 hours of teaching. Validated by Validated by
50 51 TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
In-Service Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) and Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning)
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time
What is the course about? Year two: This is an in-service course which leads to a professional qualification for those who are already teaching in further • Curriculum and professional issues education colleges, adult education, higher education • Teaching a specialist subject and a wide range of other training and education settings outside the schools sector. It provides a route to subsequent As part of the course, you will be expected to complete achievement of Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) a subject specialist module. This requires two days of status, if you are appropriately employed in the learning and attendance at the University of Huddersfield in year two (two skills sector. days at Easter). You will be informed of the exact dates during the first year of the course. If you are currently teaching young people or adults these courses help you to develop your teaching skills, reflect on How will the course be delivered? current ideas about education and training, and to creatively One of the distinctive features of a course of professional explore the professional opportunities open to you. training in education is that the teaching and learning What will I study? strategies used by tutors are actually part of the content of the There are two routes available: course as well as its delivery. Your tutors will often encourage Entry requirements You will be required to be in paid employment, as a teacher or discussion of the methods they use and their effectiveness. For Certificate in Education: trainer, for a minimum of 100 hours (at least 50 hours in any one Graduates normally work towards a Professional Graduate year) at a recognised training or educational establishment. Certificate in Education (PGCE) while those with other Teacher training courses are delivered through a mixture of • Significant work experience in the area you teach (where Voluntary teaching is allowed. qualifications work towards a Certificate in Education (Cert workshops, micro teaching sessions, taught sessions, lectures, appropriate to the subject field) Ed). independent learning and work place assessment. In addition • You should have HNC, CGLI Advanced, NVQ level three/ there will be regular tutorials which are held both face to face A College interview will be required. four, or appropriate professional qualifications. The Certificate in Education and Professional Graduate and online. Certificate in Education are structured around modules For Professional Graduate Certificate in Education: What next? which are based on different aspects of teachers’ work such How will I be assessed? Certificate in Education - You could progress onto the BA as designing learning materials, assessing students, and Much of the course is focused on practical teaching. You (Hons) Degree. evaluating learning and teaching. gain experience of learning and teaching alongside other • A UK degree or equivalent professionals, with support from tutors, as a vehicle for Academic credit is gained by undertaking assignments, • Significant work experience in the area you teach (where Professional graduate Certificate in Education - Progression to a your development. Practical experience allows you to appropriate to the subject field) Masters Degree in Education. reflective journals, professional practice and providing gain competence in planning teaching and learning, and evidence of achievement. This allows you to explore in working with learners both in formal classrooms and in topics that are of interest to you, relevant to your working student-centred learning situations, such as drop-in study environment, and to your career development. You take 60 centres. undergraduate credits a year. The modules you study will be: During the course you undertake project work, such as Year one: developing new course materials. Academic work includes critically examining creativity in teaching, subject specialist • Initial teaching assignment related studies, quality assurance and professional issues. • Enabling learning and assessment Modules also allow you to explore particular areas of interest. Validated by • Personal and professional development Assessment is carried out through lesson observations and assignments, which may include presentations and other forms of assessment.
52 53 TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
BA (Hons) Education and Professional Development Masters in Education
Beverley, Bridlington Two years: part-time Beverley, Bridlington One year: full-time. Two years: part-time
What is the course about? How will the course be delivered? What is the course about? How will I be assessed? The course is designed to meet the needs of those wishing This is a blended learning course. Day schools will This course is an opportunity to increase your knowledge and There are coursework assignments for each module and you to broaden their knowledge and understanding of theoretical include learner centred activities such as discussions and understanding of a range of current educational practice, will also complete a dissertation towards the end of your and policy issues (including research methods) in education, presentations as well as teaching by tutors from a range of current matters of debate in the education world and key studies. training and related areas and who are taking on greater centres. Pre and post day school activities will be available issues related to educational practice. It is ideal for those who
responsibility in relation to their professional role and career via the University’s virtual learning environment and will be have completed a degree in an education-related subject and Entry requirements development. The course provides you with the opportunity completed independently. • A degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or appropriate would like to take their qualifications to the next level. to develop your own personal and professional confidence experience in a professional environment within your working practice, with a view to enhancing your Formation of critical friendship groups to provide peer What will I study? • Appropriate skills in English, mathematics and IT career. You explore and reflect upon research methods, theory support is a key element of the course. You will have a tutor at Modules include: and policy with a direct application to your role in education, East Riding College who may deliver some of the day schools • However, all applications will be considered on their merit. training and professional contexts. as well as offering you regular tutorial support. The tutor will • Perspectives on learning assess your work and give you formative feedback. The course is aimed at the professional development needs • Improving learning through technology What next? This course will make you a strong candidate for management of teachers or trainers in further, higher, adult and secondary • Perspectives on inclusion How will I be assessed? positions within education. education and those who work in related areas such as health, Assessment is based on assignments submitted at the • Leadership in education careers, uniformed services and private training organisations. end of each module submitted through Turnitin on the • Perspectives on curriculum This is a blended learning course with tutorials at either University’s virtual learning environment, Unilearn. These may • Research methods Beverley or Bridlington, along with day schools at University be essays, presentations or projects. of Huddersfield. Learning materials and activities will be on How will the course be delivered? a virtual learning environment provided by the University of Entry requirements You will attend taught sessions (day schools or evening Huddersfield and you will attend seven study days (Saturdays) • Two years full-time teaching experience (or part-time classes) and have regular tutorials and supervisions with at the University of Huddersfield at intervals throughout the equivalent). This may be worth 180 credit points towards year. the degree. your tutors as well as having access to online resources and activities. What will I study? • Applications are also welcomed if you have five years Year one: experience but do not hold the Certificate in Education or Programme includes lectures, tutorials, visiting speakers and • Advanced professional practice equivalent qualification. seminars, together with an e-learning element. • Improving teaching and learning • With appropriate experience, you may be entitled to 180 • Critical education credit points towards your degree. We are keen to explore your experience in education and training so that we can Year two: respond positively to your particular needs. • Research methodologies What next? • Reflexive study You could progress to a Masters degree at East Riding • Major study College.
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54 55 OPEN EVENTS Talk to our tutors, have a look at our great facilities and simply get a feel for the atmosphere of the College. Open events are a relaxed and informal opportunity for you to ask questions and get advice. Come on your own, come with friends or come with family. We can’t wait to meet you.
BEVERLEY CAMPUS BRIDLINGTON CAMPUS
Tuesday 17 January 2017, 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 24 January 2017, 4pm to 7pm Saturday 4 March 2017, 9.30am to 12 noon Tuesday 7 March 2017, 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 25 April 2017, 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 2 May 2017, 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 20 June 2017, 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 27 June 2017, 4pm to 7pm
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