MIDDLETON CAMPUS Road Middleton M24 6XH Tel: 0161 643 7560 HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE

ROCHDALE CAMPUS HIGHER EDUCATION PROSPECTUS 2019/20 St. Mary’s Gate Rochdale OL12 6RY Tel: 01706 345 346 e. [email protected] www.hopwood.ac.uk CONTENTS

Animal Management Principal’s Welcome ...... 4 HNC in Animal Management ...... 20 Open Days ...... 5 HND in Animal Management ...... 22 How to find us ...... 6 Higher Education at Hopwood Hall . . . . .7 Creative Film Production What’s on campus ...... 8 HNC Creative Media ...... 24 Help and Support ...... 9 (Games Art & Development) Tuition Fees and Finance ...... 11 HNC Media HNC Film ...... 26 Advanced Learning Loan ...... 12 Financial Support for Mature Students . . . 12 Stay Near. Go Far ...... 13 Education and Training Level 3 Award in Education and Training . .28 Level 4 Certificate in Education Access to Higher Education and Training ...... 30 What is Access? ...... 14 Engineering Entry requirements ...... 14 HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering . .32 Level 2 Programme ...... 15 HNC Mechanical Engineering ...... 34 Level 3 Programmes ...... 15 - Health and Caring Professions - Health Sciences Health & Childhood Studies - Sport and Exercise Foundation Degree in Early Years . . . . 36 - Humanities - Public Services and Allied Professions Sport & Outdoor Activity How to Apply ...... 16 FdSc Sports Coaching ...... 38 Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Higher Eduation Personal Training ...... 40 What is Higher Education? ...... 18 Entry requirements ...... 18 How to Apply ...... 19

3 OPEN DAYS

Open days and evenings are a great way to experience college life at Hopwood Hall first hand and have a go at our courses. For your chance to visit our campuses, speak to our tutors and find out more about the courses we offer, come and see us on any of the dates below. Thursday 15 November 2018 Thursday 4 April 2019 4pm - 7pm 4pm - 7pm Saturday 2 February 2019 Saturday 18 May 2019 - Community Fun Day 10am - 2pm 11am - 3pm (Middleton campus only) Thursday 8 August 2019 PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME 10am - 3pm

Hello and welcome to our 2019/20 Access and Higher Education prospectus. This prospectus includes information on our Access, Education and Training and Higher Education courses at both our Middleton and Rochdale campuses. Hopwood Hall College has Our Middleton campus has a To find out more about been delivering Higher dedicated Access & Higher applying for a course at Education qualifications for 26 Education area for teaching, Hopwood Hall College visit our years and has a long history of learning and relaxing, where website www.hopwood.ac.uk, delivering Access courses for our industry experienced come along to one of our open those who have been out of lecturers can offer all the latest days or contact us on 0161 643 education for a while. knowledge and any support 7560 and speak to one of our Our courses are available to you may need. advisors. study full-time, part-time or What’s more, with great links I hope to see you soon at through distance learning, to the Hopwood Hall College. to meet your personal and the circumstances. We also have we can also help you with January and April start dates the transition onto top up for some of our courses. qualifications once you’ve The subjects we offer focus completed your course at on local economic priorities Hopwood Hall. Derek O’Toole so we can ensure our students The college has a commitment Principal have the right technical skills to make our courses affordable and professional qualifications and our fees range from under to access jobs across Greater £1000 to £6000 per year. Manchester and the North However, if you think you may West region. You’ll also have need any financial support access to some of the best please contact us or see the tuition and facilities of any information on the Advanced college in the local area. Learning Loan on page 12.

5 HIGHER EDUCATION HOW TO FIND US AT HOPWOOD HALL

Middleton Campus Rochdale Campus Rochdale Road St. Mary’s Gate Middleton Rochdale • The College’s engagement of industry M24 6XH OL12 6RY employers in programme development and t. 0161 643 7560 t. 01706 345346 OFSTED SAID WE’RE A ‘GOOD’ delivery, which enhances student learning COLLEGE opportunities. Car Car In addition to our good rating in November 2016, inspectors praised many aspects of the TEF (Teaching Excellence and The Middleton Campus is two miles from The Rochdale Campus is three miles from College including the high aspirations our Student Outcomes Framework) junction 20, M62. Take the A627(M) towards junction 20, M62 follow signs to Rochdale teachers have for their learners and the way Oldham and leave at first junction and follow town centre. teachers use a variety of challenging and The College has a TEF Bronze and the signs to Middleton. interesting activities to motivate them. statement of findings showed: Rail • Course design and assessment practices that provide scope for appropriate levels of Rail Rochdale train station, with frequent GRADUATION stretch that ensure all students are sufficiently Castleton train station is two miles from the connections to Leeds, Bradford and From the start of your studies with us we’re challenged, and acquire knowledge, skills Middleton Campus and there are regular buses Manchester, is a ten minute walk from looking to your future. and understanding that are highly valued by to Middleton or Manchester that take ten the Rochdale Campus through the town employers. minutes to reach the Middleton Campus. centre. In September each year all those students who successfully complete a higher education • Appropriate levels of contact time, including programme with us are invited to celebrate their personalised provision that secures high levels Bus Metrolink achievement at our graduation ceremony. of engagement and commitment to learning The number 17 bus runs regularly between Trams run into the Rochdale Interchange The event is a brilliant opportunity to celebrate and study from most students. Manchester and Rochdale stopping at the top of in the town centre, a five minute walk your success with friends, family and fellow • Higher education programmes benefitting the drive at Middleton Campus. from the campus. students. from employer links, with many students engaged in employer-led live projects and with some students undertaking additional Bus QAA (Quality Assurance Agency qualifications to enhance their employability. Frequent buses operate to Rochdale for Higher Education) • High quality physical and digital resources Interchange, which is in the town centre. During the QAA review in 2016 the College was used by students to enhance learning. The Rochdale Campus is a five minute noted for a number of areas of good practice • A developing institutional culture that walk from the transport interchange. including: facilitates, recognises and rewards excellent teaching. Many academic staff are • The curriculum development of employability, vocationally experienced with some still which weaves pathways for progression to working in the relevant sector as practitioners. higher study or employment that enhances student learning opportunities. • The Best in Class scheme, which enables higher education staff to work in another institution to gain new experience and bring back best practice to the College. 7 WHAT’S ON HELP AND SUPPORT

CAMPUS During your course you will have regular one- DISABLED STUDENTS to-one sessions with your academic tutor who will not only help you settle into college life, ALLOWANCE (DSA) but also support you with pastoral issues while Students who meet the definition of disability you are on programme. Tutors are committed Animal Management under the Equality Act 2010 are eligible to apply to your progress, performance and personal for Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) which development and will help you make the most can be used to cover the cost of support whilst of your time at Hopwood Hall. studying a Higher Education qualification. Technology Centre Following a formal assessment of need at STUDENT SUPPORT TEAM an accredited assessment centre, Student Finance England may agree Disabled Students The Student Support Team helps to create a Allowance. Sports Arena & Gym Sports Park safe and inclusive environment where the needs of students are appropriately identified and Once Student Finance England have agreed supported. The team include specialist staff who DSA funding, students will need to bring this can support with pastoral, social and welfare evidence to the college so that the relevant issues, learning difficulties and disabilities, support can be put in place. If the college safeguarding, counselling and ensure that is unable to provide the type of support students can access and fully participate in recommended by Student Finance England college life. and the needs assessment, the student will be directed to outside agencies and If you require any support please contact: will be responsible for arranging support Nimisha Mistry-Miah independently. Head of Student Support and Equality Full details on how to apply can be found at t: 0161 655 6906 www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/ m: 07917 233738 ROCHDALE CAMPUS overview e: [email protected] MIDDLETON CAMPUS Students MUST have Disabled Students Tracey Marrow Allowance in place to receive support on a Student Support Manager and Designated Beauty Salon Higher Education course. Safeguarding Officer t: 0161 655 6916 m: 07850 323664 STUDENTS WITHOUT DSA e: [email protected] If you do not meet the criteria for DSA, you will still be able to access support via the loan of ADDITIONAL LEARNING assistive technology or equipment to help you with your studies. For further details please SUPPORT contact: To help you reach your potential we offer a Nicola Metcalfe dedicated, highly qualified and experienced Learning Support Manager Learning Support Team to provide assistance t: 01706 753815 Riverside Restaurant to students who have specific needs or e: [email protected] requirements, such as: • Learning difficulties and/or disabilities • Blind and partially sighted students • Deaf students and those with hearing impairments Creative Media Suite • Students with a physical disability or mobility needs • Medical conditions • Social Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD) Please let us know on your application form if you have any specific needs so that we can ensure a member of the team is present at your interview.

9 TUITION FEES AND FINANCE

All Higher Education students are required to should also note that courses will only run if pay tuition fees. With excellent facilities at both there is a viable number of students. campuses, and some of our courses affiliated Acceptance on a course is also conditional upon to leading universities, Hopwood Hall College a student agreeing to abide by the College represents a good value local alternative for code and completion of pre course checks, Higher Education. specifically those required for Early Years and Teaching courses (see page 18 for details). FEES Hopwood Hall College is committed to STUDENT FINANCE providing quality, value for money Higher There are currently a range of student finance Education. Level 4 and 5 course fees are £6000 options available to assist you with the cost of for full-time and £3000/£4000 for part-time studying course. These include: courses per year. • Tuition fee loan Fees for our Education and Training and Access • Advanced Learning Loan courses range from free - £3,400 with specific fees shown alongside each programme. The • Living cost grants amount you pay depends on the Education • Living cost loans and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) criteria • Childcare grant regarding age. Please contact Student and • Parents’ living allowance College Services on 0161 643 7560, email us • Disabled students’ allowance (DSA) at [email protected] or call into either Tuition loans are now available for students on campus. part-time courses, subject to approval. The loan For up to date information on Higher Education is not dependent on your household income INFORMATION, ADVICE AND EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY funding please visit www.direct.gov.uk/ as eligibility depends on the ‘intensity’ of your studentfinance. Please consult the BIS website study programme being at least 25 per cent of a Hopwood Hall College celebrates equality and GUIDANCE for further announcements on issues such as full-time course. The Student and College Services team at diversity irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, bursaries and National Scholarships www.bis. For more information and to apply for all Hopwood Hall are here to make sure you get the sexual orientation, religion or belief, gender gov.uk. Students should check at the time of Student Finance England loans and grants best out of your time at college. identity and social economic background. enrolment, or acceptance of any offer, whether contact tel. 0800 731 9133 or visit We seek to ensure that no They can help you with: there have been any changes to the course and www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance member of the college community • Careers information, advice and guidance receives less favourable treatment • Choosing the right programme to match your on any of these grounds. Equality skills and abilities of opportunities at Hopwood Hall • Advice on enrolment and funding including are available to every student. advanced learning loans • Information and advice on financial support STUDENT ENGAGEMENT • Help in researching Higher Education courses and applying through UCAS At Hopwood Hall College we value what you, our students, have to say. We welcome your • Preparing for interviews for Higher Education feedback and offer the opportunity for you to and employment be involved in the future of the College. • Job searching, CV writing and applications We give all our students a voice through: • Advice on voluntary opportunities to improve employability • Tutorials • Purchasing stationery • The Student Cabinet • National Student Survey • Student engagement activities in the HE and Access student social space • Student and Staff Liaison Committee • Attendance at the Higher Education Committee

11 ADVANCED FINANCIAL CHARITABLE TRUSTS LEARNING LOAN SUPPORT FOR There are a number of STAY NEAR | GO FAR (for Level 3 courses and above) Charitable Trusts who MATURE STUDENTS offer funding for students If you’re starting a Level 3 course Professional and Career in education. The criteria you may qualify for an Advanced Development Loans. varies for each one but more Studying close to home has lots of benefits over and above the Learning Loan. These are bank loans that information is available from savings you can make on accommodation costs and university These loans help you pay the can be used to help pay for your Local Authority or visit tuition fees charged for your work related learning. You their websites for details. tuition fees. course. can borrow between £300 Our Level 4 and 5 courses WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS Anyone can apply for an and £10,000 to help support Already in receipt of are not just a stepping stone Advanced Learning Loan to the cost of up to two years benefits? to university, they enable Results from the 2015–16 These results echo those of learning (or 3 years if it Destinations of Leavers published in the Department help with the costs of a college Studying a higher education you to develop your critical or training course as long as includes one year’s relevant from Higher Education for Business, Innovation and course may affect your thinking skills, perfect research they’re 19 or older. The only unpaid practical work). (DLHE) survey, which asks Skills’ 2016 Graduate Labour eligibility for some benefits. methods, hone your written criteria is that the course must The Skills Funding Agency and oral communication skills, UK graduates what they are Market Statistics which found be Level 3 or higher (e.g. A (SFA) will pay the interest For up-to-date information you’ll also meet people from a doing six months after leaving that 87.3% of graduates are in Level equivalent). on the loan whilst you are in on the effect study will have variety of backgrounds, with university revealed that work, compared to 70.4% of young non-graduates. The loan is easy to apply for. learning and for one month on your benefits contact whom to collaborate, problem It doesn’t depend on your afterwards. the Department for Work solve and much more. 91% of UK and EU domiciled income and there are no credit The loan can be used to pay and Pensions, the Citizens Research also shows that graduates who left university In 2016, working age checks. Once approved, the course fees or other costs such Advice Bureau or Rochdale people who study higher in 2016 were employed; graduates earned on money is paid directly to as travel and living expenses. Borough Council’s benefits education are more likely to be working while studying or average £9,500 more than Hopwood Hall College on your You can also use the loan to advice line on 0300 303 employed, and in occupations were in further study. non-graduates. behalf from the Student Loans supplement other forms of 8870 before enrolling on classed as professional. Company. support such as grants or your course. So if you’ve a clear career Repayments don’t start until bursaries. goal and you aspire to What’s more, the average the April after the completion Because the Professional and reach management levels in salary was between £21,000- of your course and you won’t Career Development Loan is your chosen field, a higher £22,000 with those earning have to pay anything back until a commercial loan product, education qualification at the most having studied Hopwood Hall will help you get you earn more than £25,000 it should only be considered medicine & dentistry a year. to where you want to be. as an option once all other (£30,000), veterinary student funding options have For more information speak science (£28,000) and to a Student Advisor on 0161 been investigated. engineering & technology 643 7560 or email enquiries@ For further information or (£25,500). hopwood.ac.uk financial assistance to support You can also contact the learning, please visit www. Money Advice Service for direct.gov.uk/or contact independent advice www. Careers Advice on 0800 100 moneyadviceservice.org.uk 900. Our Learning Provider registration number is 1790.

13 ACCESS TO HIGHER ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES EDUCATION Hopwood Hall College delivers requirements of differing HUMANITIES a range of approved pathways Higher Education degree which will help Access programmes. All pathways PATHWAYS WHAT IS ACCESS? ENTRY REQUIREMENTS students select a programme have mandatory units in Who are these pathways for? Access courses are designed for students There are two Access programmes (Level 2 best suited to their long term Academic Essay Writing Our humanities pathways offer who want a fast track route to university or to and Level 3), entry to which is determined by aims and aspirations. and Research Skills. Please students a route into a variety progress into careers and vocations that require students’ existing qualifications. be aware that successful of Higher Education courses LEVEL 2 PROGRAMME completion of an Access to HE and careers. Both pathways are higher level qualifications. Immediate entry to the one-year Level 3 Access Diploma does not guarantee a suitable for students who may Access courses have featured at Hopwood Hall to HE Diploma offers students who have already - GCSE place at university. be undecided on their future for many years – changing the lives of many attained sufficient GCSE qualifications the Students who don’t meet career but who nevertheless students. We’re also proud to say that our quickest route to university. Usually this means the Level 3 entry criteria can All our Level 3 Access to HE may wish to undertake a single achievement and success rates are amongst the students must have attained 4 GCSEs grade join our one-year Level 2 programmes are accredited by or joint honours degree in a best in the country. A-C/9-4, including English and Maths. Science is programme. This comprises Open Awards. specific humanities subject, usually required for health related courses. compulsory GCSE maths and HEALTH PATHWAYS such as Psychology, History or COMING SOON “ACCESS to HE Diploma in For those students who don’t meet the entry English (if not already attained Who are these pathways for? English. Combined Science”, subject to successful criteria for Level 3, successful completion of at grade C/4 or above) and up Our two health pathways offer The humanities pathway is validation with Open Awards. the one year Level 2 programme guarantees to one from the following: routes into Higher Education to suitable for those wishing to This course is suitable for you if you are progression to Level 3 the following academic • Biology train for a variety of health- pursue a career in teaching, considering working in science or medical year. Entry to the Level 2 programme will • Psychology related professions including: Local Government and other professions e.g. medical scientist, zoologist, require an initial assessment of English, maths • Sociology Nursing, Midwifery, Podiatry, similar professions whereas biochemist or chemical engineer. The course and science where necessary. Students who have attained Chiropody, Paramedics and the public services and will cover a variety of topics from all three a grade C in English or maths Operations Department allied professions pathway science disciplines, biology, chemistry and can choose two from the Practitioner. prepares students for careers physics. above. 1) Health and Caring Professions in social work, law, probation, pathway counselling, psychology and HOURS OF STUDY related fields. Course content: Level 2 is up to 16 hours per 3) Humanities pathway • Health Sciences (1 module) week (daytime only) for 30 Course content: weeks. • Health Studies • Psychology • English LEVEL 3 PROGRAMME • History ACCESS TO HE 2) Health Sciences pathway • Criminology Course content: 4) Public Services and Allied DIPLOMA Professions pathway • Health Sciences (2 modules) Entry requirements for the Course content: one-year Level 3 Access to HE • Health Studies Diploma are 4 GCSEs grade • Criminology A-C/9-4, including English SPORT AND • Psychology and maths, or successful EXERCISE PATHWAY • Sociology completion of the one year The sport and exercise HOURS OF STUDY Level 2 programme. pathway is suitable for those The Access programme There are four ‘pathways’ on wishing to pursue a career as a requires attendance for 14 the Level 3 programme tailored fitness trainer, sports teacher, hours a week over 34 weeks. to different career / Higher sports therapist or in other Education areas. These are: sport related careers. TUTORIAL SUPPORT 1) Health and Caring Course content: AT ACCESS LEVEL 3 Professions • Human Biology (1 module) Access Level 3 students are 2) Health Sciences • Sport & Exercise (2 Modules) 3) Humanities supported through a tutorial programme which includes 4) Public Services and Allied guidance and assistance in Professions choosing a university course There are slightly different and applying for a university entry criteria for each place. Fees: £620-£3,400 per pathway which reflects the year. 15 HOW TO APPLY | ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION

Step 1 - Is this course for you? Step 5 - Funding The first thing you need to decide is which You will need to know how you are going to programme level is suitable for you. If you don’t fund your course before you start. If you are have 4 GCSEs at grade A-C/9-4, including over 19 and studying a Level 3 programme English and maths, the Access Level 2 route is you can look at funding it through a Further the appropriate one for you. Education Advanced Learning Loan (see page Those with sufficient GCSEs will be eligible for 12) for which you’ll need a Funding Information the Level 3 programme, though you will need to Letter from the college. For further funding check the specific entry requirements for that information please email us at enquiries@ pathway. If you are unsure of the validity of your hopwood.ac.uk or telephone 0161 643 7560 existing qualifications contact the college on providing your full name, date of birth and 0161 643 7560 and speak to a member of our course that you wish to study. Student and College Services Team. For more information on Advanced Learning Loans please visit www.gov.uk/advanced-learner- Step 2 - Apply loan/overview. It is important you consider your You can apply from October 2018 onwards own circumstances and look into all options. for courses starting in September 2019. You You can access free impartial money advice can apply online at www.hopwood.ac.uk. It’s from The Money Advice Service at quick, easy and secure. Application forms are www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk also available on request. We’ll confirm your application by text and by email. ACCESS FEE WAIVERS Student Finance England will write-off any Step 3 - Interview outstanding debt owed for an Advanced Once you’ve submitted your online application Learner Loan once a student has completed a form, check for texts and emails regularly. Higher Education course. This is only applicable You’ll be invited for an informal interview with a to learners who received funding for an course tutor. Advanced Learner Loan for Access to HE. Prospective Access Level 2 students will also be required to take initial assessments in English, maths and science (should you opt to study science). The interview will also give you the chance to meet the staff and ask questions. Those students who have English as their second language may be assessed by our ESOL department. Prospective Access Level 3 students will be required to produce their certificates at enrolment to satisfy us that you are eligible for the programme.

Step 4 - Offer After your interview you will be informed if you have been successful and given information regarding enrolment and induction.

17 HIGHER EDUCATION HOW TO APPLY |

Higher Education is the broad term given to university level HIGHER EDUCATION qualifications at Level 4 and above. At Hopwood Hall College, provision includes Foundation Degrees, HNCs and HNDs. There are three types of 3. Overseas students Courses are offered at both Fit Person Registration Step 1 Choose EARLY YEARS AND applicant: Overseas students may be our Middleton and Rochdale Specific health criteria apply to Browse through our range asked to provide evidence of campuses, with full and part- TEACHING COURSES students who wish to progress 1. Students at a school or college of programmes, choose your their residency in the UK to time study options giving Protection of Client Groups into employment in nursing, registered with UCAS course, check the level and determine their fee status/ students the flexibility to In order to safeguard children nursery nursing, teaching and entry requirements. All UK schools and colleges course fees. choose a course that suits their or the elderly, with whom social work. are registered with UCAS If you need any more advice, The college is unable to lifestyle. you will come into contact, This will be explained at to manage their students’ contact the college on 0161 accept applications from students applying for interview. At enrolment you applications. Advice is 643 7560 and speak to a overseas students who need programmes in these areas will be asked to disclose any available from your teacher PART-TIME ENTRY member of our Student and or have student immigration should note that as part of specific health criteria that or a careers advisor at your College Services Team. permission under Tier 4 (visa). REQUIREMENTS your application you may be may prevent progression into school or college. Complete an Entry requirements vary asked to undertake a formal employment. If necessary, online application and submit depending on the level of Disclosure and Barring Service please contact the College for Step 2 Apply it to a member of staff. After course you wish to study. (DBS) check for which a more information. Option 1 – Apply online to checking your details, and STEP INTO However, most would expect charge will be made. DBS having added the academic Hopwood Hall College a Level 3 qualification or clearance is a requirement of reference, your school or HE DAY equivalent e.g. A levels. Check Each course listing shows you course entry. college submits the completed Wednesday 3 July 2019 each course for specific details. where and how to apply. If you application online to UCAS. A chance to meet fellow are applying directly to the You pay online using a credit College, please apply online at card or debit card. You may students and take a www.hopwood.ac.uk it’s quick, also be able to pay through look around our Higher easy and secure. Application your school or college. Education facilities. forms are also available on request. You’ll also be given an We’ll confirm your application 2. Independent applicants in exercise to assess your by text and by email and invite the UK, who are not at school or academic writing abilities you to an informal interview college. prior to the course starting with a course tutor to make Mature applicants, who, unlike in September. sure that you are suited to the school or college students, Once you’ve had a course and more importantly, cannot readily seek advice conditional offer from us that the course is suited to from a teacher, need to consult you. The interview will also careers organisations for help you’ll receive an invitation give you the chance to see the and advice or contact one to register for the Step into college, meet the staff and ask of our Student Advisors. You HE Day. questions. are responsible for paying Option 2 – apply online at UCAS the correct application fee, for obtaining and attaching For all full-time Higher the academic reference, and Education courses at for submitting the completed universities and colleges in the application online to UCAS. UK, students must apply online at www.ucas.ac.uk. You can do this from October 2018.

19 HNC ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

Course summary Location: Assessment: Middleton campus This course provides a good Internally assessed theory foundation for those students Duration: work, presentations, creation who have a real passion for 1 year full time of public information working with animals and aims resources, written scientific to prepare participants for Start date: reports, practical observations employment at supervisory September 2019 when managing the care of level jobs within the industry. Fees: animals and supervising those This course is also well suited £6000 carrying out various animal for those who currently work husbandry procedures. in the industry and would like Entry requirements: Delivery: to further develop their skills, 80 UCAS tariff points which knowledge and understanding may include: Lectures, tutorials, practicals to enable them to progress and laboratory work. You will • Level 3 Extended Diploma in within the sector. be in college three days a week Animal Management (Pass/ and should undertake industrial As a student on this course Merit/Merit). you will also be responsible experience placement one day • 4 GCSEs grade C/4 or above for the welfare of animals on a week. which must include English the college animal care unit, and maths. to include those animals in our UCAS code: • It is recommended that you Blue Cross Rehoming Centre, DD32 Day Boarding Dog Kennels and have also achieved GCSE livestock production area. Biology and Chemistry at grade C/4 or above due Apply to Course content to the scientific content of www.ucas.ac.uk some of the units. The course is made up of a • If you have undertaken BTEC variety of units that enable Applied Science instead you to study particular areas in of GCSE, you should have depth. These units are likely to achieved an overall Merit. include (not exhaustive): Higher Education at Hopwood Hall is a • Animal Health and Welfare valuable learning experience that has helped • Business and the Business me understand what path I would like to take Environment with my studies and allowed me to achieve my goals. The staff have been kind and helpful • Managing a Successful throughout my time here and have always been Project there when I needed them. • Animal Husbandry M Allanson • Animal Anatomy and Physiology • Animal Nursing • Horse Husbandry

Employment opportunities Career prospects Employment in a range Over 1.3 million of animal industries, or currently employed within agriculture, environmental, progression onto the Higher animal care and health & science industries. National Diploma in Animal Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, Management at Hopwood Hall farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture College. technician, pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician.

21 HND ANIMAL MANAGEMENT I’ve been studying at Hopwood for the last 2 years on the Extended Diploma in Animal Management and recently progressed onto the HND. I am finding Course summary Location: Assessment: this highly enjoyable, the modules Middleton campus taught cover a wide range of subjects. This course is for those who Internally assessed theory The course is interesting and the way want an advanced qualification Duration: work, presentations, creation the classes are delivered by the in animal management which 2 years full time of public information lecturers are well structured and will enable you to manage the (Year one is the HNC) resources, written scientific informative. care of animals rather than reports, practical observations undertake that care yourself. Start date: when managing the care of K Cope September 2019 When undertaking practical animals and supervising those assessments you are Fees: carrying out various animal expected to perform to an £6000 per year husbandry procedures industry expected standard, Total course cost £12,000 use initiative and work (2 years full-time) Delivery: independently. You will also Lectures, tutorials, practicals be responsible for the welfare Entry requirements: and laboratory work. of animals on the college 80 UCAS tariff points which You will be in college animal care unit, to include can include: three days a week and those animals in our Blue should undertake industrial Cross Rehoming Centre, Day • Level 3 Extended Diploma in experience placement one day Boarding Dog Kennels and Animal Management (Pass/ a week. livestock production area. Merit/Merit). • 4 GCSEs grade C/4 or above Course content which must include English and maths. UCAS code: Students would typically • It is recommended that you complete the one-year HNC DD33 have also achieved GCSE course and then continue their Biology and Chemistry at studies onto the HND. The Apply to grade C/4 or above due course is made up of a variety to the scientific content of www.ucas.ac.uk of units that enable you to some of the units. study particular areas in depth. These units are likely to include • If you have undertaken BTEC (not exhaustive): Applied Science instead of GCSE, you should have • Animal Health and Welfare achieved an overall Merit • Business and the Business Environment • Managing a Successful Project • Animal Husbandry • Animal Anatomy and Physiology • Animal Nursing • Horse Husbandry • Biological Principles • Research Project Employment opportunities • Work experience Career prospects Over 1.3 million Employment in a range currently employed within agriculture, environmental, of animal industries, or animal care and health & science industries. progression onto a degree Typical job roles include: Conservationist, park ranger, programme. farmer, horticulturist, agriculture manager, agriculture technician, pharmaceutical technician, laboratory technician.

23 HNC CREATIVE MEDIA (GAMES ART & DEVELOPMENT)

I was really keen to pursue a career in games development and while on the course I became Course summary There is also the opportunity Entry requirements: team leader for the game Primate Planet, a live brief for suitable students to This course is aimed at people 80 UCAS tariff points which run by the creator of Angry Birds and also had one undertake work experience who work or who wish to work could include: of my completed games published on Google Play. with two local film, TV and in the games industry. Units I also won several awards including Outstanding audio production companies. • 1 or more A Level focus on the creative art and Media Student of the Year at the National BTEC This is an exciting opportunity • BTEC Level 3 level design elements that Awards - something I never imagined to enhance your portfolio and are considered fundamental • NVQ Level 3 I’d be considered for. It’s allowed me gain creative experience in the to the games development. • VRQ Level 3 to make my dream a reality. development of commercial When undertaking practical • Access programme games and to develop content C Walker assessments, you are expected GCSE English and maths at for VR, Unity, and Unreal to perform to an industry Grade C/4 or above Engine 4 and the creation standard and use your own of high quality game ready Mature students can apply initiative to research required assets. with no formal qualifications topics. The programme is but must have a minimum of designed to prepare you for three years relevant industry employment in the exciting Location: experience. world of games development Rochdale campus and related industries such Assessment: as visual effects. You will also Duration: undertake many industry 1 year full time 100% coursework including related enrichment visits such presentations, projects and live Start date: as developer conferences briefs. September 2019 to enhance your learning experience. Fees: Delivery: £6000 Lectures, tutorials, design Course content studio practice, conferences, Specialist units will develop work experience. your skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to UCAS code: specific creative activities in PP31 games art application and in the creation of your own Apply to professional portfolio. They include: www.ucas.ac.uk • Individual Project (Pearson Set) • Creative Media Industry • Professional Practise • Game Development Practises (Game Build 1) • Games in Context (Game Theory) • Game Design (Game Build 2) • Concept Art Development • 3D Modelling for Games Employment opportunities (Asset Creation) Career prospects • Field Trips and Networking Learners who achieve this qualification can 529,000 Expo’s progress onto the second year of a HND or currently employed within the industry degree Top-up in Games Art, Games Design Typical job roles include: Concept Artist, 3D and Visual Effects or other relevant subject Generalist, Level Designer, Game Artist, VFX area. Employment in the games/media sector Artist is also an option

25 HNC CREATIVE MEDIA (FILM PRODUCTION)

Course summary There is also the opportunity Entry requirements: for suitable students to This course is aimed at people 80 UCAS tariff points which undertake work experience who work or who wish to work could include: with two local games in the TV and Film industries. companies. This is an exciting • 1 or more A Level Units focus on the creative opportunity to enhance your • BTEC Level 3 and technical aspects of TV portfolio and gain creative and film. When undertaking • NVQ Level 3 experience in the development practical assessments, you • VRQ Level 3 of commercial products are expected to perform to • Access programme and to develop content for an industry standard and use GCSE English and maths at external clients as part of your own initiative to research Grade C/4 or above work experience and portfolio required topics. building. Mature students can apply The programme is designed to with no formal qualifications prepare you for employment but must have a minimum of in the exciting world of TV and Location: three years relevant industry Film and its related industries Rochdale campus experience. such as audio production, broadcast, marketing and PR. Duration: Assessment: You will also undertake many 1 year full time 100% coursework including industry related enrichment Start date: presentations, projects and live visits such as post production September 2019 briefs. houses, film and TV sets and tours to enhance your learning Fees: experience. £6000 Delivery: Lectures, tutorials, design Course content studio practice, conferences, work experience. Specialist units will develop your skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to UCAS code: specific creative activities in PP31 TV and film production and in the creation of your own Apply to professional portfolio. They www.ucas.ac.uk include: • Individual Project (Pearson Set) * Creative Media Industry * Professional Practise * Film and Television Practises (Industry) * Film Studies (Film Theory) * Light and Sound (Production Employment opportunities design) * Film and Video Editing(Post Career prospects 529,000 Production) Learners who achieve this qualification can currently employed within the industry * Audio Technologies (Post progress onto the second year of a HND Production) or degree Top-up in TV film production, Typical job roles include: Camera Operator, Post * Field Trips and Industry talks broadcast. Employment in the media sector is production (visual and audio based), Runner, also an option. Floor manager, Sound design, Boom operator, Director, Producer

27 LEVEL 3 AWARD IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Course summary Course content Assessment: The Award offers an • Roles and Responsibilities of Three written assignments and introduction to teaching in the a Teacher/Trainer delivery of a 20 minute micro post 16 and adult sector and is • Planning and Delivering teach to your peers. appropriate for teachers, tutors Inclusive Sessions and trainers working within • Assessing Learning Delivery: businesses, colleges, adult and Lectures, tutorials, work community learning centres. experience, independent study It’s also for those who aspire Location: Middleton campus to work within areas such as Apply to work-based training, voluntary, Duration: www.hopwood.ac.uk community, private and public 12 weeks (3 hours one evening organisations. You must be a week) aged 19 at the start of the course. Start date: January 2019, April 2019 and This course was previously September 2019 known as PTLLS. Fees: £350 Entry requirements: GSCE/Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English I found the course useful for learning the correct terminology for assessment etc. Group work was really good for developing understanding and learning how other people deliver things. Because the Award is widely recognised, I think it will be a really good addition to my CV. K. Moreton

Employment opportunities Career prospects The Award may be sufficient 1 million for your teaching/training currently employed within the industry needs, or you can progress Typical job roles include: Work-based vocational onto our Level 4 Certificate in trainers, Apprenticeship assessors, adult and Education and Training. community tutors, prison educators

29 LEVEL 4 CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING My knowledge of teaching has developed. I feel more confident when delivering a class, and I have a Course summary Location: Assessment: wealth of resources to turn to. This Level 4 Certificate Middleton campus Written assignments, practical Thoroughly enjoyable - the tutors extends and builds on Duration: teaching, compilation of an were excellent, motivational and the previous Level 3 1 year part-time e-portfolio, a minimum of 30 enthusiastic. Award in Education and hours teaching practice P Campbell Training (formerly PTLLS) Start date: qualification, giving the October 2019 Delivery: candidate the underpinning Fees: Lectures, tutorials, work knowledge, understanding £900 experience, independent study and skills needed to ‘confirm occupational competence’ in a Entry requirements: Apply to teaching or training role. • GCSE or equivalent in www.hopwood.ac.uk The course is aimed at English and maths. teachers, tutors, trainers, • Level 3 qualification in lecturers, support tutors, specialist subject area. assessors and instructors who may be working within an FE college, adult and community learning centre or learning provider including prisons, as well as people delivering work-based training such as voluntary, community, private and public organisations. You must also be aged 19 at the start of the course. The Certificate can be achieved by pre-service or in-service candidates.

Course content • Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training • Planning to meet the needs of students in education and training • Delivering education and training • Assessing learners in education and training Career prospects Employment opportunities • Using resources for You’ll be able to progress education and training onto the Level 5 Diploma in 1 million • Understanding and Education and Training with managing behaviours in a a variety of specialisms currently employed within the industry learning environment possible depending on Typical job roles include: Work-based vocational • Delivering employability the provider. Accelerated trainers, Apprenticeship assessors, adult and skills progression onto a Cert Ed /PGCE community tutors, prison educators, tutor in • Preparing for the coaching course is also possible. and mentoring role

31 HNC ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

Hopwood Hall College was a fantastic environment for me to learn in as it Course summary • Electrical Machines (Three Mature students can apply has superb facilities and atmosphere. phase) and will be accepted following This course is for those who The range of practical electrical interview and accreditation of are currently in employment work that I as a student was able to prior learning (APL). undertake was great. but aspire to promotion at Location: professional engineer level. Middleton campus The staff were extremely helpful, Graduates of this course may Assessment: always willing to go the extra mile move onto a Level 5 (HND) Duration: Written assignments, for students, and very course. As a graduate you will 2 years part-time practicals, oral questioning, knowledgeable within the case studies, examinations (no be competent in both electrical Start date: electrical industry. written exams). and electronic engineering September 2019 L Orme design and analysis. Fees: Delivery: Course content £3000 per year Lectures, practicals. (Total course cost £6000 Compulsory units: 2 years part-time) • EngineeringDesign Apply to • Engineering Maths Entry requirements: www.hopwood.ac.uk 80 UCAS tariff points which • Engineering Science could include: • Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson • Edexcel BTEC National set) Certificate/ • Diploma in Electrical & Specialist units: Electronic • Engineering or related areas • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Extra units: • Installation 2360/2330/2365 • GCSE English and maths at • Mechatronics (PLCS) grade C/4 or above • Electrical Principles

Career prospects Employment opportunities This course is recognised in the engineering sector as a 1.3 million pathway into supervisory currently employed within the industry and/or management positions. Successful Typical job roles include: Engineering candidates can also progress technician, aircraft fitter, process technician, onto the Higher National Diploma energy plant operative, computer technician, (HND). plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker

33 HNC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Course summary Location: Assessment: Middleton campus This course is aimed at people Written assignments working in a production, Duration: design, technical or 2 years part-time Delivery: supervisory capacity within the Lectures, practicals. engineering industry who wish Start date: September 2019 to gain higher qualifications. Apply to The course is also suitable for Fees: www.hopwood.ac.uk those who do not currently £3000 per year work within the industry who (Total course cost £6000 wish to further their studies 2 years part-time) whilst working elsewhere. Entry requirements: Course content 80 UCAS tariff points which Compulsory units: could include: • Analytical Methods for • BTEC National Certificate Engineers Diploma in an engineering • Engineering Science subject or an appropriate • Engineering Project combination of the following: • AVCE/GNVQ in a relevant vocational area Specialist units: • GCE A level profile which • Mechanical Principles demonsatres strong • Dynamics of Machines performance in maths/ I am extremely grateful for my time at • Fluid Mechanics physics subjects Hopwood Hall College, and without • Management of Projects Relevant level 3 qualification the support and guidance from the • Engineering Design GCSE English and maths at lecturers, I wouldn’t be where I am grade C/4 or above. today. Mature students can apply I am still in touch with the lecturers and will be accepted following and would encourage anybody who interview and accreditation of is passionate about engineering to prior learning (APL). enrol at the college and take full advantage of the teaching and facilities on offer. S Bennett

Employment opportunities Career prospects 1.3 million HND, foundation degree currently employed within the industry or under graduate degree programme. Employment or Typical job roles include: Engineering further specialist study. technician, aircraft fitter, process technician, energy plant operative, computer technician, plumber, heating engineer, sheet metal worker

35 FOUNDATION DEGREE The University of Bolton is an intensive teaching institution whose distinctive high EARLY YEARS CHILDHOOD STUDIES quality and student-focused programmes attract applications from all over the world. It offers an exciting and challenging undergraduate and postgraduate experience with high levels of proactive student support and excellent facilities which match Course summary Location: Assessment: the quality of its academic provision. It is a local resource, a regional asset and a national and international centre of excellence with programmes delivered in This course prepares students Middleton campus Assignments, projects, Bolton and across the world. Where appropriate, our students will study in an for a range of careers in case studies and practice Duration: environment which reflects as closely as possible the working environment in childcare at supervisory trainer placement visit in the 2 years full-time which they are likely to enter, with industry standard equipment. management level and can 3 years part-time workplace. A problem solving, provide an appropriate research based approach is pathway for gaining Early Start date: used. Years Teaching Status (EYTS). January 2019 September 2019 Delivery: Course content Fees: Lectures, tutorials, work The course is made up of 11 £6000 per year full-time experience and seminars. compulsory modules including (Total course cost £12000 a specialist module that 2 years full-time) UCAS code: will enable you to study a £4000 per year part-time X310 particular area in more depth. (Total course cost £12000 Level 4 modules 3 years part-time) Apply to • Learning in the Digital Age There is no charge for a DBS www.ucas.ac.uk (full-time) • Study skills for all students undertaking www.hopwood.ac.uk volunteer work placement. • Facilitating Children’s (part-time) Learning Entry requirements: • Inclusive Practice 80 UCAS tariff points which • Social Policy could include: • Developing Child • 2 or more A Levels • BTEC/Edexcel National Level Level 5 modules 3 • Safeguarding Children • Level 3 Diploma Early Years • Reflective Practice Workforce and Care (Early • Managing Sessions Years Educator) • Research Perspectives • GCSE English and maths at Grade C/4 or above Mature students can apply with Level 5 Specialist module no formal qualifications but • Independent Study with a minimum of three years relevant industry experience. A All students are required formal literacy diagnostic and to undertake relevant work comprehension assessment will experience, this can be be required to assess academic in employment or a work capability. placement. Students are Acceptance subject to required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service minimum of 12 hours a week (DBS) check and Fit Person Employment opportunities working with children aged Registration (see page 20 for Career prospects from Birth to 8 years. details) Accelerated progression onto 1 million a relevant degree course is possible. Certain universities currently employed within the industry may give you exemption Typical job roles include: Nursery assistant, early from units within related degree years educator, teaching assistant, youth worker, courses. assistant in children’s centres, practitioner in nursery schools and reception classes

37 FdSc FOUNDATION DEGREE

SPORTS COACHING The University of Salford is located within easy travel distance to the College with good transport links, making accessing University services and facilities particularly convenient for students studying on our University of Salford provision. Flexible work-based learning is central to all programmes of study. This concept Course summary Location: Assessment: Middleton campus is underpinned by the University’s Vision: ‘By pioneering exceptional industry This highly applied course is Reports, essays, exams partnerships we will lead the way in real world experiences preparing students for for students wishing to develop Duration: (anatomy & physiology), life’. a sound understanding of the 2 years full-time (2 full days presentations, practical The University is located in three main areas of the city; at Peel Park, and Frederick key principles underpinning per week) assessments in sports advanced sports coaching and coaching. Road, both a short distance from Manchester City Centre, and at MediaCityUK at performance analysis. Start date: Salford Quays. September 2019 You will develop the skills Delivery: required for effective Fees: Lectures, tutorials, seminars, communication, self- £6000 per year practicals. development and career (Total course cost £12000 progression making you 2 years full-time) UCAS code: ready for a career in sport, Entry requirements: C602 or progression to continuing 80 UCAS tariff points which higher education. should include: Apply to Course content • Successful completion of www.ucas.ac.uk Access to HE The course is made up of • Distinction Merit grades in a compulsory units, which all Level 3 related subject Institution code: students undertake, that SO3 enable you to study particular • GCSE English and maths at areas in depth. grade C/4 or above. Year 1: Additional Costs: • University of Salford • Sports Coaching 1 Hoodie £45 • Sports Development • Coaching Qualifications: • Developing Academic and Approx £100 per year Professional Skills • Talent Identification and Development • Fitness Testing and Sports Training • Anatomy and Physiology

Year 2: • Applying Sports Coaching Pedagogy • Research Methods • Performance Analysis for Sports Coaches • Applied Practitioner Skills in Career prospects Employment opportunities Sports Coaching On successful completion of the Foundation Degree you can apply • Strength and Conditioning to study for a further year on the University of Salford’s BSc for Sports Coaches (Hons) Sports Coaching Analysis top-up (one year) degree 916,000 • Introduction to Sport programme or apply for other sport or leisure degree currently employed within the health & Psychology programmes at other learning providers. science industry You could also gain employment in sports development, Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, health club management, physical activity consultancy (e.g. GP coach, leisure supervisor/manager, referral), sports administration/ management, physical activity and journalist, gym instructor promotion, sports coaching and instruction in schools or colleges.

39 ACTIVE IQ LEVEL 4 CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINING

Course summary This course also entails a level Entry requirements: 4 in strength and conditioning Learners must hold a Level 3 The field of personal training which covers: Diploma in Personal Training and the needs of modern day (or equivalent). professional personal trainers • The role of a strength and is rapidly evolving in line with conditioning coach as part of the broad ranging needs and an athlete’s support team. Assessment: goals of the clients they serve. • Methods of carrying out Learners must be able to As a result, the industry has performance-related needs apply factual and theoretical never been more competitive. analysis, measurements and knowledge and be able to Highly successful personal assessments. use a range of cognitive and trainers are results driven and • Strategies to analyse and practical skills to generate confidently differentiate their evaluate assessment findings specific solutions for personal services offered to provide an in order to be able to training clients. ethical service and sustain a develop and agree short-, This will require learners highly successful business. medium- and long-term to work in predictable and performance goals. Driving this success is a more unpredictable situations scientific and evidence-based • Planning, delivering and using knowledge, skills and approach to programming, evaluating periodic, competencies pitched at training, monitoring and performance-related level 4 on the Regulated managing clients which strength and conditioning Qualifications Framework translates to better client programmes (RQF). retention as well as attracting new clients. Work experience: Delivery: There are work experience Lectures, tutorials, seminars, Course content opportunities with our partners practicals. JD Gyms or David Lloyd Learners must complete Leisure Clubs. the following which will be Apply to: assessed both practically and Location: www.hopwood.ac.uk theoretically. The ability to Middleton campus combine both is essential: Duration: 1. Applied techniques to 1 year part-time support, enhance and Start date: manage the client journey September 2019 2. Progressing clients towards Fees: successful achievement of £1622 goals Additionally, learners will be working on two mandatory units which include: 1. Performance analysis of the activity and athlete Career prospects 2. Plan, deliver and evaluate This qualification provides progression on to a range of level 4 and 5 Employment opportunities periodic performance- qualifications in sports, exercise, strength and conditioning. related strength and Learners may also progress onto qualifications in related sectors, 916,000 conditioning programmes e.g. Sports Massage, where they will be provided with the currently employed within the health & knowledge and skills to practise sports massage alongside science industry personal training in a health club environment or in their own business. Typical job roles include: Sports therapist, coach, leisure supervisor/manager, Alternatively, learners may broaden their knowledge and skills by journalist, gym instructor progressing onto qualifications mapping to additional branches of the Level 3 Standards, such as Exercise Referral and Leisure Management.

41 RIVER SIDE RESTAURANT

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We offer the following Access to HE courses: • L2 Access to HE • L3 Health and Caring Professions • L3 Health Science • No joining fee & no contract Professions PRICES • Free classes • L3 Sport and Exercise START • Free no obligation trail FROM JUST • Free induction and fitness • L3 Humanities £17.50 consultation worth over £25 • L3 Public Services PER MONTH • Free Specialist advice and guidance and Allied Professions FREE • Free personal training sessions FOR upon joining STUDENTS • Discounted physiotherapy and t. 0161 643 7560 massage treatment www.hopwood.ac.uk 0161 653 2070 www.hopwood.ac.uk