Higher Education Prospectus 2015 University Level Courses

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Let me introduce you to the Higher Education prospectus for Wakefield College. We have over 40 university level courses, across a range of subjects, which are accredited in conjunction with the University of Huddersfield and Teesside University and we also have a long history of working with Pearson Edexcel. Here at College we think of ourselves as an alternative Higher Education provider, one that puts you, the learner, at the heart of everything we do. This prospectus gives you all the information you need in order to make one of the most significant decisions of your life. Embarking on undergraduate study locally, instead of travelling further afield, is a choice which an increasing number of students are recognising as both attractive and practical. We ensure that delivery meets our core values of Employability, Affordability and Excellence and we offer outstanding resources, such as our new-build projects and industry-standard facilities, which will enhance your real world learning experience. You will find that many of our courses are designed in conjunction with employers, reaffirming our commitment to place current industry skills at the forefront of delivery. At the same time, we are keen to support students in achieving their academic potential by ensuring that contact time with tutors is maximised. As a result of this combination, we have a proud history of achievement, with results improving year-on-year and alumni progressing to a broad range of destinations from postgraduate study to work within blue chip companies. Come and visit us to find out about Higher Education choices, talk to staff and students and get a feel for what we have on offer - we are sure you will be impressed.

I look forward to seeing you soon.

Sam Wright Principal

2 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 3 Full-time Courses Sport & Leisure Business & Management Foundation Degree Health Related Exercise and Fitness �� 68 Contents Foundation Degree Logistics and Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching �� 69 Supply Chain Management �� 30 Foundation Degree Leisure Management �� 25 Welcome �� 3 Foundation Degree Management and Business Enterprise �� 31 BSc (Hons) Health Related Exercise and Why study with us? �� 6 Fitness (Top-up) �� 70 �� 32 Your guide to qualifications �� 10 Foundation Degree Marketing Management BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Coaching (Top-up) �� 71 . Foundation Degrees �� 12 Foundation Degree Leisure Management �� 25

. Higher Apprenticeships �� 13 BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) �� 33 Access to Higher Education

At your service - Student Support �� 14 Early Years Access to HE Business Management �� 74 Your facilities �� 16 �� 75 Foundation Degree Young Children’s Access to HE Humanities/Social Sciences Your graduation ceremony �� 18 �� 76 Learning and Development �� 36 Access to HE Healthcare Professions Wakefield - �� 77 BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) �� 37 Access to HE Science a 21st century city with an ancient heart �� 20 Student Finance Health & Social Care Part-time Courses . Undergraduate �� 22 (See also full-time courses) Foundation Degree Health and Wellbeing �� 40 . Professional & Work Based Learning �� 23 Business & Management Information Communication Technology Equality & Diversity �� 24 .HNC Business �� 82 �� 44 NEW FOR 2015! �� 25 Foundation Degree Computing HND Business �� 83 Full-time courses �� 26 Media & Design Foundation Degree Logistics and Supply

Part-time courses �� 78 Foundation Degree Commercial Photography �� 48 Chain Management �� 30

Professional courses �� 112 Foundation Degree Independent Foundation Degree Management and �� 49 Business Enterprise �� 31 Work-based courses �� 123 Game Development Foundation Degree Web Design �� 51 Foundation Degree Marketing Management �� 32 Performing Arts & Music Foundation Degree Leisure Management �� 25

BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) �� 33 HND Performing Arts (Performance) Dance �� 54 HND Performing Arts Construction, Building Services

(Performance) Musical Theatre �� 56 Engineering & Civil Engineering

HND Performing Arts (Performance) Theatre �� 57 HNC Diploma Construction and the Built

HND Diploma Music (Popular Music) �� 58 Environment (Building Services Engineering Pathway) �� 86 BA (Hons) Performance (Top-up) �� 61 HNC Diploma Construction and the Built How to Apply Public Services Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway) �� 87 For all full-time Higher Education Foundation Degree Public Service Management HNC Diploma Construction and the Built courses please apply through UCAS. ��64 Environment (Construction Pathway) �� 88 If you are interested in applying for a HND Diploma Construction and the Built part-time HE/Professional course Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway) �� 89 please contact Course Information on HND Diploma Construction and the Built 01924 789111 to request an application form. Environment (Construction Pathway) �� 90 For Access to HE courses please contact Higher Apprenticeship in Construction Course Information on 01924 789111 for and Management �� 91 an Access application form.

4 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Early Years Professional Courses Work-based Courses Foundation Degree Young Children’s Accounting Learning & Development Learning & Development �� 36 Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) City & Guilds Award in Learning BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) �� 37 Diploma in Accounting �� 114 & Development �� 126

Engineering Higher Apprenticeship in Accountancy �� 115 City & Guilds Level 4 Qualifications in

�� 127 HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering �� 96 Human Resources Quality Assurance

HNC Mechanical Engineering �� 97 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Management Higher Apprenticeship in Development (CIPD) Certificate in Human Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM)

�� 98 �� 116 Engineering Manufacture Resource Management NVQ Diploma in Management �� 128 Sport & Leisure Management & Leadership Diploma in Leadership for Health �� 129 Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and Social Care Certificate in Sport Massage Therapy �� 102 Extended Diploma, Diploma, Certificate or Award Foundation Degree Health Related in Management & Leadership �� 117 Exercise and Fitness �� 68 Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching Extended Diploma, Diploma, Certificate or Award �� 69 in Strategic Management & Leadership �� 118 Foundation Degree Leisure Management �� 25 Marketing BSc (Hons)Health Related Exercise and Charted Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Fitness (Top-up) �� 70 Certificate in Marketing �� 119 BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Coaching (Top-up)

�� 71 Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Diploma in Marketing �� 120 Teacher Training Purchasing & Supply Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training �� 106 Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply �� 121 Professional Graduate Certificate in Education Chartered Institute of Purchasing and (Lifelong Learning) �� 107 Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma in BA/BA (Hons) in Education and Professional Procurement and Supply �� 122 Development �� 108 Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Information was correct at the time of �� 109 Diploma in Teaching English: Literacy (CIPS) Professional Diploma in Procurement going to press. Visit the College website �� 110 Diploma in Teaching ESOL and Supply �� 123 www.wakefield.ac.uk for the latest on course information or call 01924 789111.

Most of the photographs within this prospectus have been taken by Duncan Lomax, former student on the Foundation Degree Commercial Photography who is now a lecturer at the College and owner of Ravage Productions - www.ravageproductions.co.uk

Theatre Royal Wakefield image (page 21) courtesy of Rob Booker.

4 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 5 Why study with us? If you’ve never thought about studying for a degree at a college, you might be surprised to learn that: Over 70% 170,000 of students studying a students currently choose to university-level course study their qualifications at a at a college live within Further Education college 25 miles of their college

Colleges offer Students who study more university-level courses places at colleges have to students who have great qualifications other than A Levels employability prospects because their courses contain a mix of academic and vocational skills and local employers are often actively involved

6 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Wakefield College Our overall satisfaction works in partnership results in the ‘National with universities. Student Survey’ are Choosing to study consistently some of the a university level highest for any university course at a college or college in the region - is a cost effective we scored 87% in the option that will 2013 survey. provide you with an equally valid qualification. Employability, Excellence and Affordability – the three core values of the University Centre Wakefield

Wakefield College students 6 months after graduating: 40% engaged in further study or training 51% in employment

Taken from HESA‘s Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2012 6 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 7 Why study with us? Decisions, decisions … life after Level 3

So you’re nearly ready to leave school of our or college, and your A Levels, Advanced students said Level Diplomas or BTECs are just about % they wanted to done and dusted. 91 study locally If you’re considering university, the £9,000 fees and living costs might have of HE students made you think again, but you may % say College still want to continue your education – feels perhaps because you know that people 95 welcoming with degrees or similar higher-level qualifications have the advantage in the of our students labour market. But what to study, and said Wakefield where? These are pretty big decisions, % College was and not easy to make. All those subjects their first choice to choose from, and all those universities 87 and colleges jumping up and down shouting “pick me!” An option you could consider would be to study a college- based undergraduate degree course at Wakefield College. If tuition fees are not a concern then you might be considering going away to university. You may be ready to spread your wings, fly the nest and embark on the adventures of university life in a new place. But there’s always a flipside, isn’t there? What about the homemade Sunday dinners, freshly laundered clothes and clean bedding. And then, there’s that little thing called “money” … The alternative is to stay local and I have been at Wakefield College for nearly four years continue your studies at the University and I am very happy with Centre Wakefield. You’ll get the same the courses I have studied. quality education, with smaller class sizes The teaching on my course than most universities, but keep the home is exceptional and I feel cooking and the free laundry service! that I have the support and facilities within College to help me through my course.

8 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 The part-time option

We’re not all fresh-faced eighteen-year-olds, are we? You may already have launched your career, and whether you’re just at the start of an exciting journey or Being a mature student I was well on the way to your destination, qualifications gained at the University Centre worried about returning to study Wakefield by the part-time route can boost your prospects. but the tutors have been very We offer a huge range of courses leading to professional qualifications in marketing, helpful and I am really enjoying procurement and supply, business and management, and accounting, and classes are in my course and would recommend many cases offered in the evenings. These qualifications are awards of bodies which are it to any older students. industry-leaders, such as CIM, CIPS, CMI, ILM and AAT. We also offer part-time options for many of our HNC/HND, foundation degree and degree courses, typically involving study at College on one day per week. You’ll get a qualification accredited byEdexcel or by respected universities like Huddersfield or Teesside, but delivered flexibly so that you won’t have to interrupt your career.

8 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 9 Your guide to qualifications

It can be difficult trying to understand what all these educational Access courses abbreviations and terms stand for and the differences between the One year pre-degree course designed to many qualifications that are available to you. Therefore, we thought it help adults who have been out of education might be useful if we included a ‘Jargon Buster’ to help you understand for some time re-engage with learning and what all these things mean. progress onto higher level pathways. APL Accreditation of Prior Learning. Skills and competencies gained in the workplace can be accredited as an alternative to formal qualifications. Generally for mature students who wish to enter Higher Education, but lack the formal entry qualifications. Bachelor’s Degrees Also known as “first degrees” or “undergraduate degrees”. Bachelor’s degrees can be gained in many different areas, including Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) and Bachelor of Law (LLB). They can be awarded with Honours or without (a Pass or Ordinary degree) and can involve the study of a single subject or a combination of subjects. Further Education (FE) This refers to post-compulsory secondary education and includes a variety of qualifications including A Levels, Advanced Level Diplomas and other Level 3 qualifications. Foundation Degrees (FD, FdEd, FdSc or FdA) Higher Education qualifications that combine academic study with work-based learning and are designed to equip you for a particular area of work. Usually studied full-time over two years, although part-time foundation degrees do exist. Can lead to an honours degree with a further year’s study. 10 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Higher Education (HE) Postgraduate Study UCAS After Further Education comes Higher Study normally undertaken after achieving an Stands for Universities and Colleges Education. Higher Education covers undergraduate degree. Postgraduate study Admissions Service. This is the qualifications at Level 4 and above including leads to qualifications such as MA (Master of organisation responsible for managing honours degrees, foundation degrees, HNDs, Arts), MSc (Master of Science), and research applications to Higher Education HNCs, and postgraduate study. degrees such as MPhil (Master of Philosophy) courses in the UK. As a prospective or PhD (Doctor of Philosophy). Higher National Diploma (HND) student you can log onto the site (www.ucas.com) to explore courses Vocationally orientated, usually full-time Top-up Degree available in your chosen subject and studied over two years. Can lead to an Available to those who have successfully throughout the UK and make your honours degree with a further year’s study. completed an HND or foundation degree and applications. The deadline for most wish to ‘top up’ to a full honours degree. Can Higher National Certificate (HNC) courses is in January. be studied either part or full-time. Usually studied part-time over two years. UCAS Tariff/Points Progression is to the second year of an Tuition Fees The UCAS Tariff system allocates points to honours degree or top-up to an HND. The amount to be paid each year in order the different qualifications you can use to to study your chosen course. Fees vary Honours Degrees gain entry to Higher Education. depending on choice of institution. There are Undergraduate degrees (BA, BSc etc) graded a number of ways in which you can fund your Clearing 1st, 2.1, 2.2, or 3rd class. Higher Education study, depending on your System available between July and Ordinary Degrees personal circumstances. See Student Finance September allowing universities and colleges to fill any places they still have Undergraduate degrees (BA, BSc etc) without on page 22. on their courses. Clearing is suitable Honours, requiring the study of fewer credits Undergraduate Study for people who have not made an than an Honours degree. Sometimes known Undergraduate study leads to a Bachelor’s application for a Higher Education as “pass degrees”. degree such as a BA (Bachelor of Arts), course by 30 June or whose exam Professional, Vocational and BSc (Bachelor of Science), or BEng (Bachelor results were not as good as expected. Technical Qualifications of Engineering) or to a foundation degree or (AAT, City & Guilds, ILM, CIM etc) usually HNC/HND. studied part-time, alongside work, and are designed for a specific field of work, often by professional bodies. Undertaken to assist in professional development, they can lead on to further study.

10 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 11 Your guide to qualifications Foundation Degrees … the facts

Many of the HE courses we offer are foundation degrees: • Foundation degrees or Fds are • As well as meeting skills shortages, Fds are university- level qualifications which designed to make Higher Education more combine academic study with work-based accessible to people from lower-income learning. They are designed in partnership backgrounds and mature students who with employers, but validated and are already in work. awarded by universities. • Higher National Diplomas or HNDs differ • A full-time Fd is usually two years long, from Fds in that they are awarded by and designed to be slightly different in Edexcel rather than a university. Both character from a traditional three-year HNDs and Fds offer the option to progress honours degree, with an emphasis on on to a ‘top-up’ course, which will usually subjects which are directly relevant to be a year of full-time study (or part- time specific sectors. Fd students often spend equivalent) leading to a first degree such some time in the workplace and some as BSc (Hons). time in university, which is intended to make it easier to find work in that sector at the end of the course.

Destinations Of HND And Foundation Degree Graduates From 2011/12, Six Months After Graduation Data taken from HESA’s Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2011/12

NUMBERS UNEMPLOYED GRADUATING INCLUDING THOSE (SURVEY IN IN FURTHER WORKING DUE TO START RESPONDENTS) EMPLOYMENT STUDY & STUDYING WORK OTHER

Foundation Degrees 19,210 37.9% 36.3% 20.9% 2.6% 2.3% HNDS 2,870 19.8% 61.2% 12.6% 4.5% 1.9% All Foundation 22,085 35.6% 39.5% 19.8% 2.9% 2.2% Degrees and HND

12 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Higher Apprenticeships … the facts

The Government has dedicated significant funding to the development • Delivered at Levels 4 and above, BTEC of a new brand of Apprenticeship - the Higher Apprenticeship. Higher Apprenticeships represent the highest level available in the BTEC Higher Apprenticeships offer UK learners better access to Apprenticeship framework stronger career progression routes to higher-level employment. They combine respected BTEC Higher Nationals, BTEC Professionals or • They are developed in consultation with Edexcel Diplomas, on-the-job training and industry endorsement from leading industry employers to meet their future skills needs employers, leaders and professional bodies. Delivered at Levels 4 and above, they offer a clear path to employment and a practical route to • BTEC Higher Apprenticeships are Higher Education qualifications. endorsed by professional industry bodies such as the Institute of Mechanical Engineering (ImechE), Society of Biology, Royal Society of Chemistry, PRCA and the Royal Aeronautical Society • They're a practical alternative to gaining a degree-level education, and can also be used as a route into a full honours degree • They combine on and off-the-job training. Source: Pearson Work Based Learning

12 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 13 At your service Student Support at the University Centre Wakefield

To succeed on any course, you’ve got to put the hours in. Any qualification worth having requires time and effort and we can’t do it for you, but there are ways we can help. Wakefield College has a long history of providing first-rate support for its students to ensure they get the most out of their studies. The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) gave us the highest rating for our management of both standards and quality and at our latest Ofsted inspection in March 2014 they praised us for our “Excellent levels of support”. Putting our students at the heart of everything we do is our priority. Read on for a description of some of the services we offer … Counselling and Welfare Service Sometimes it’s good to talk, and our Counselling Service, staffed by professionals, is on hand when problems arise. The Service of students say that College offers one-to-one support to students, a % staff are friendly safe place to talk in private and get things in and helpful perspective. It isn’t advice, and you won’t be 95 judged but helped to find your own solutions. The counsellors can also point you in the of students said they right direction for advice on practical welfare % had the chance to matters such as accommodation and benefits. discuss their workload If you would like to make an appointment, 92 with their tutor. leave a message on our 24 hour answering machine: 01924 789226, phone or text: 07713 391716, 07713 391717 or email [email protected]

14 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Additional Learning Careers and Support Service Educational Guidance The Additional Learning Support Service If you’re not sure which course to choose I feel positive about my course and I feel I’ll . has helped many students to achieve to further your career plans, our Student achieve the qualification I enjoy the learning styles and their potential by ensuring they have Advisors can help. Once you’ve started I feel I’m facing new challenges received the right kind of support to meet your course with us, you can use the compared to my last place of study. their specific needs. Ofsted inspectors services of our specialist HE Careers I have received good advice and commented on the College’s ‘excellent Advisor who will help you to decide on support with my studies. levels of support’ in March 2014. your next step, whether that’s further Extract from internal student survey We would recommend that you discuss study, training or employment. Just any disability or additional support need want to browse? No problem – our as soon as possible, so that we can make careers libraries are stacked with all any reasonable adjustments necessary kinds of information on education and and give you advice and guidance. the job market, and you’ll have access to computer-aided guidance too. If you For example, if you need help in exams, want to make an appointment, phone such as extra time, a reader or a scribe, 01924 789113/789301 or email it’s important that you tell your tutor in [email protected] good time so they can make the necessary arrangements for you. All HE students with disabilities need to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowance as Your Personal Tutor it funds the support we are able to give you The key figure in guiding you through your during your time at College. DSA is a studies is your Personal Tutor. You’ll get to non-means tested grant and we will know your Personal Tutor pretty well support you with the application process. during your time at Wakefield University We will also help you to plan the extra Centre, with regular meetings to plan and support you need and advise your tutors on review your personal, professional and how to make the right adjustments for you. academic progress. These discussions will Please telephone 01924 789585 ensure you’re getting the support you or email Zoe at [email protected] need to succeed. or Andrew at [email protected] before you enrol to ensure that support is Safeguarding in place at the start of your course. Our Policy for Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults ensures that everyone attending activities in the College does so The matrix Standard in a safe and secure environment. It sets out the steps we take to protect vulnerable We take the quality of our advice and adults and young people and the procedures support services very seriously. Matrix is a we would use to deal with any issues. The unique quality standard for organisations Policy is published on the College website to assess and measure their advice and and the staff and student Intranet. support services. Wakefield College is proud to have achieved and retained the matrix Standard for the information, advice and guidance provided by its Student Services, Libraries and Course Information departments. Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 15 Your Facilities

Quality learning’s more than a nice building, right? Our student surveys consistently tell us it’s the tutors that give Wakefield College the edge, and we’re also investing in facilities to provide an environment that is conducive to your studies. That’s why we have dedicated learning areas specifically for you.

What’s more, the Harrison Building (purpose built in 2012) is home to our three-storey LibraryPlus facility where there are quiet and group study zones. There is also a Starbucks in the Harrison Building, so As part of the 2014 refurbishment of the you can grab yourself a Radcliffe Building at the City Campus, a The teaching is exceptional and coffee to go, or meet I feel that I have the support and fourth level has been added which is the with friends facilities within College to get the Higher Education Hub of the College. It and relax. most out of my course. has been specifically designed to suit your requirements and contains a student lounge, study rooms and a variety of dedicated HE learning environments. The area will be solely accessible by our HE students and staff and will be constructed to provide facilities that support the College’s objective of providing the highest quality HE environments. This new and exciting development will complement the high quality specialist facilities already incorporated within the Waterton, Gissing and Lightwaves buildings.

16 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Lightwaves Sports Centre What better place to prepare for a career in sports, fitness or health than a Sports Centre! The Lightwaves Sports Centre has been redeveloped in partnership with the Lightwaves Trust to house extensive specialised equipment and facilities for Wakefield College students. It includes a gym, sports hall, fitness testing lab and therapy and massage suite.

Engineering and Construction Our HE engineering and construction students are based at our Castleford Campus which houses state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard workshops to provide realistic working environments. It’s real-world experience to prepare for the next step towards your career.

The Waterton Building and the Mechanics’ Theatre Only 300 metres away from the City Campus, the performing arts centre has a 160-seat theatre and also includes fully-equipped dance and drama studios, spacious rehearsal rooms and specialist rooms and facilities such as a backstage workshop for production, design and construction.

School of Popular Music Based at our Thornes Park Campus, in a beautiful parkland setting, is our School of Popular Music. This is the hub for our music students; it has a lively atmosphere and a buzz of creativity. Boasting state- of-the-art recording studio facilities, rehearsal rooms, its own library and cafeteria, classrooms, study areas and a social zone, it’s the place to be if you want to make music.

16 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 17 Your Graduation Ceremony

Course complete and exams passed? Then it's time to celebrate and acknowledge all your hard work and efforts. Recognising the achievements of our Higher Education students is extremely important to Wakefield College and we take great pride in the success of each and every student.

18 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Our annual Graduation Ceremony is one of the highlights of the College calendar. It gives you the opportunity to celebrate your well-deserved success with your families, tutors and fellow students. You will process from the City Campus, led by the Mayor of the City of Wakefield Metropolitan District, College staff and Governors, to Wakefield Cathedral where the ceremony is held. Entering this impressive building as a graduand, you will be presented with a certificate by the guest speaker and leave a graduate. Former HE students have said how much they enjoyed the day and how good it felt to have qualified and be able to celebrate their achievements with their families. Wakefield College’s degrees are validated by the University of Huddersfield and Teesside University and you can also attend your awarding university’s graduation ceremony too if you want. You can’t get too much of a good thing!

18 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 19 Wakefield a 21st century city with an ancient heart

In the Middle Ages Wakefield was known as the “Merrie City” and still retains the lively, bustling atmosphere which gave the city its nickname. Today, elements of Wakefield’s rich heritage, including medieval castles and handsome Georgian and Victorian buildings, combine with modern retail and cultural developments to create an attractive and exciting place to live, work and study. A massive £8.1 m has been pumped into Wakefield Westgate railway station, improving travel to and from the city and providing better facilities, including a 900-space multi-storey car park. Manchester, Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield and Huddersfield are all easily accessible by public transport, and you can get to London in just 1 hour 46 minutes by train.

20 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 The acclaimed Hepworth Gallery exhibits work by Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore and other British and international artists. The gallery added around £10 million to the local economy by attracting 500,000 visitors in its first year! Another highlight for the culture-vulture is the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Take a walk through stunning countryside and admire exhibits from international artists and sculptors, then enjoy the licensed restaurant with its panoramic views over the Park. Trinity Walk, Wakefield’s newest shopping centre, has over 60 new stores, while the Ridings Shopping Centre offers a great mix of big brand names and unique independent shops all under one roof. Pugneys Country Park and Watersport Centre is the place for sailing, windsurfing and canoeing, while a host of other activities, including snowboarding, skiing and surfing, are available at Xscape in Castleford. Wakefield One is the centre-piece of the city’s new civic quarter and contains a modern and well-stocked library, Wakefield Museum, and, for when it’s time for a break, a café offering snacks to eat in or take away. Theatre Royal Wakefieldis an attractive traditional theatre which offers a broad programme of dance, drama, music and comedy. The Hop is a relaxed indie bar founded by Mike Heaton from Embrace and Mike Inman formerly of Virgin Japan. Wakefield’s music scene also includes metal bars, dance clubs and a jazz club. Wakefield – the Merrie City with something for everyone!

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 21 Student Finance Undergraduate

Student finance can consist of What are Student Loans? Repaying your loan grants, loans, bursaries and/or You’re entitled to loans for tuition fees, and Repayments will be 9% of any income allowances, and is intended to also for living costs if you are a full-time above £21,000, so the amount you repay help you with the two main types student. This is money you will have to pay each month will depend on your earnings. of costs you will have while you back but don’t worry as these are not like Examples of monthly repayments for loans are studying in Higher Education: bank loans and you only start paying back covering tuition and living costs: tuition fees and living costs once you have finished your course and are Salary Monthly Repayments (maintenance). earning over £21,000. £21,000 £0 What are Student Grants? You should note that if you are £21,500 £4 studying on a part-time basis you (full-time students only) £24,000 £23 are only entitled to loans for tuition A student grant is money for living costs £25,000 £30 fees, not for living costs. that is given to you if you meet the £27,000 £45 eligibility criteria, for example, if your household income falls under or between £30,000 £68 certain thresholds. Unlike the loans, this Repayments will be deducted automatically does not have to be paid back if you from your pay packet. All outstanding complete your course. repayments will be written off after 30 years. Special Support Grant: if you are a full-time student you may get a Special Support Grant Additional Support instead of a Maintenance Grant if you get Disabled Students’ Allowances provide or qualify for Income Support or Housing help towards the additional costs that a Benefit. The amount you get is the same as student may face as result of their disability, the Maintenance Grant. long-term health condition, mental-health Please note: Higher Education student condition or specific learning difficulty. support is limited to a first undergraduate Childcare Grant: this grant helps with degree or other first HE qualification, with childcare costs for children under 15, or under just a few exceptions. 17 if they have special educational needs. Go to www.gov.uk/studentfinance for Parents’ Learning Allowance: this is for more information and to complete the full-time students with children to help with application form. their learning costs. Adult Dependants’ Grant: this is for full-time students in Higher Education with an adult who depends on them financially.

22 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Student Finance Professional & Work-Based Learning

Non-funded courses Higher Apprenticeships (full-cost courses) A Higher Apprenticeship incorporates a Many of our professional courses and some work-based learning programme and leads to teacher-training courses are full-cost courses; a nationally recognised qualification at Level this means you will have to pay your own 4 and above: tuition fees regardless of your personal • A Level 4 and 5 is equivalent to a higher circumstances. education certificate, higher education fc Look for this icon on the course pages diploma or a foundation degree • A Level 6 is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree 24+ Advanced Learning Loans • A Level 7 is equivalent to a master’s degree They offer a new work-based route into Some of the courses in this prospectus are professions which have traditionally only eligible for the Government’s 24+ Advanced been accessible to graduates. Learning Loans scheme. The advantage of taking out an Advanced Learning Loan is Funding for Apprenticeships that you won’t have to start repaying the Apprenticeships usually require a contribution loan until April 2016 and then only if you are from an employer. For more information earning over £21,000 a year. please contact the Work-Based Learning Unit 24+ Look for this icon on the course pages on 01924 789469 for information about the cost of Apprenticeships. For further information and to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan, go to www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/ overview

22 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 23 Equality & Diversity

Wakefield College aims to How we demonstrate our Students’ responsibilities commitment become a fully inclusive Students also have a responsibility to organisation, eliminating The Single Equality Scheme sets out the promote and embed equality and diversity. discrimination, promoting College’s approach to ensuring that all The College Charter sets out what students equality and embracing College users are treated fairly and that all can expect from the College, and the Student diversity in all that we do. students have maximum opportunities Agreement, which everyone must sign, We celebrate the rich variety of to succeed. The scheme addresses all details minimum expectations of students in people who make up the College nine protected characteristics covered by relation to equality and diversity. Students can community, from different the Equality Act 2010: sex, race, disability, get actively involved in promoting equality by marriage and civil partnership, sexual cultures and different ethnic becoming one of the representatives on the orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and Students’ Union responsible for promoting backgrounds. We have put in maternity, gender reassignment and age. Equality and Diversity. place policies, training and It also sets out the College’s Equality procedures to make equality and Care Leavers Objectives, in the form of a detailed plan diversity a reality for the whole setting out real actions the College will Wakefield College has been awarded the College community. undertake to address the needs of specific Buttle UK Quality Mark for supporting Care groups and improve outcomes for all. The Leavers who wish to enter Higher Education. Single Equality Scheme is available on the The commitment seeks to facilitate an College’s website www.wakefield.ac.uk increase in the number of Care Leavers entering Higher Education, help institutions Measuring our progress to identify how best to support Care Leavers, The effectiveness of the Scheme is raise awareness of the needs of this group of monitored through a comprehensive students, and enable Care Leavers to make framework of measures which involves the most of their time in Higher Education regular collection, reporting and analysis and complete their courses successfully. For of staff and learner data on the basis of a more information go to range of demographic factors. A summary www.buttleuk.org of this is available on the College website. An annual report on equality and diversity, including monitoring data, is considered by the College’s Board of Governors. “As a result of close monitoring, managers have taken successful action to reduce gaps The college promotes equality in achievement between different groups of and diversity very well and students.” Ofsted 2014 enables students of all abilities and backgrounds to engage in college life and flourish. Ofsted 2014.

24 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 New for 2015!

Wakefield College is constantly working to identify new areas where we can build our portfolio of Higher Education programmes. For students starting their studies in 2015 we can offer:

BA (Hons) Independent Foundation Degree Game Development Leisure Management (Top-up) This brand-new programme will be of Please contact us for further details. interest to anyone aiming at a career managing recreation or sports centres, sports grounds, entertainment venues or parks. BA (Hons) Performance Please contact us for further details. (Top-up) If you hold a foundation degree or Foundation Degree Public equivalent higher level qualification in performance or popular music, this Service Management programme will enable you to gain an This course is ideal for anyone wishing to honours degree with one year’s develop the skills, personal qualities and full-time study. attributes which are essential for successful See page 61 for further details. performance in public sector working life. See page 64 for further details.

HNC/HND Applied Science HND in Engineering This course will enable you to gain the knowledge and practical skills Please contact us for further details. to undertake a career in a scientific institution. It is well suited for careers as science technicians or assistants in a medical institution e.g. hospitals and laboratories.

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If you have time to devote to study > Full-time hours usually compressed into two and want to gain qualifications by full days per week the fastest possible route, you’ll want to explore our list of full- > Excellent student support time courses. These are available in a wide range of subject areas > Dedicated facilities for HE students so there’s sure to be something > Apply via UCAS to suit your interests. Whatever full-time HE course you choose, you’ll boost your prospects for employment and your earning potential and get your career off to a great start.

I would tell anyone who has the chance to study at Higher Education level to grab it and keep learning. I wouldn’t have been able to progress without it. It has opened up a world of opportunities for me!

Aimee Willett, HNC Business

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 27 I’m 23 and have been a professional dancer for over five years now. I’ve started two small companies: Creative Creatures which provides dance-based classes, workshops and events around the region; and The Riot Sessions which is a breakdance and extreme events company. I ran my first event last year in August at Upton skate park which was a great success. Dance has enabled me to travel the world and meet some fantastic people, but I’m aware that performing isn’t a career that lasts forever. That’s why I chose to study management and business enterprise at Wakefield College because it gives me skills I can use both now and in the future.” Hannah Thompson FD Management & Business Enterprise

Full-time courses Business & Management

28 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Logistics and Supply Chain Management Awarding university to be confirmed > Foundation Degree Management and Business Enterprise An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Marketing Management An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > BA (Hons) Business and Management An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and Business and Management embraces a vast range of module information industries and commercial enterprises and our aim is to wakefield.ac.uk/he give students the skills which are attractive to employers To talk about a course or and the knowledge which will provide a platform for more entry qualifications advanced study. T: 01924 789111

> Small class sizes and excellent support > Tutors with relevant industrial and commercial experience > Chance to take part in real world business research projects > Flexible entry requirements and delivery

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Foundation Degree Logistics and Supply Chain Management Awarding university to be confirmed

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4/5 This is the ideal course for people starting Teaching will take a variety of formats > Full-time: 2 years (apply via UCAS) or progressing with a career in logistics and including lectures, classroom presentations, > UCAS Code: TBC supply chain management. case studies, workshops, practical exercises and tutorials. > Part-time: 3 years (apply direct to Modules studied include: College) • Employability for logistics and supply Assessment will be in the form of chain management assignments, verbal presentations and • Work in context case studies. • Business environment Entry requirements What’s next? • Organisation and behaviour • 120 UCAS tariff points acquired • Marketing As a foundation degree graduate you will through a range of Level 3 have many different options. You may • Business law backgrounds including the Access to decide to go into employment or progress • Accounting for business HE Business Pathway, plus onto a full honours degree at Wakefield • Human resource management College on the BA (Hons) Business and • GCSE in English Language and Maths • Storage and distribution Management, or similar top-up route at at grade A*- C or equivalent • Operations management another Higher Education provider. • Applications welcomed from mature There is a wide range of career options, students without formal qualifications including management, within related but who possess appropriate levels of industries. literacy and numeracy

30 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Business & Management / Full-time courses Full-time courses /Business & Management

Foundation Degree Management and Business Enterprise An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4/5 This course provides you with a practical Teaching will take a variety of formats > Full-time: 2 years (apply via UCAS) understanding of a broad range of subjects including lectures, classroom presentations, > UCAS Code: NNC2 in Management and Business Enterprise, IT based material, workshops, research with an emphasis on academic knowledge tasks, group work, visits, guest speakers and > Part-time: 3 years delivered in an applied context. work placement. (apply direct to College) Modules offered include: Assessment will be in the form of • Employability for management and assignments, verbal presentations, group business enterprise projects and case studies. Entry Requirements • Work in context What’s next? • 120 UCAS tariff points acquired • Business environment Once you have completed the foundation through a range of Level 3 • Organisations and behaviour degree, you can “top up” to a full honours backgrounds including the Access to • Accounting for business HE Business Pathway, plus degree in one year at Wakefield College or • Business law other institutions, subject to meeting their • GCSE in English Language and Maths • Human resource management entry criteria. at grade A*-C or equivalent • Innovation and enterprise A wide range of career options exists within • Applications welcomed from mature • Project management. business and related sectors. students without formal qualifications but who possess appropriate levels of SUBJECT TO VALIDATION literacy and numeracy

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Foundation Degree Marketing Management An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 This course emphasises the acquisition of You will learn through a variety of > Full-time: 2 years academic knowledge in an applied context. methods including lectures, classroom (apply via UCAS) Specific marketing options include: presentation, IT based material, > UCAS Code: NN25 • Stakeholder marketing workshops, research tasks, group work, visits, guest speakers and work placement. > Part-time: 3 years • Marketing information and research Assessment methods include assignments, (apply direct to College) • Digital marketing verbal presentations, group projects and General management topics include: case studies. • Employability Entry Requirements Students studying the marketing modules • Work in context on this foundation degree will be taught • 120 UCAS tariff points acquired • Business environment content which will allow them to take the through a range of Level 3 • Organisation and behaviour CIM assessment for the relevant module, if backgrounds including the Access to • Business law they want to achieve the CIM qualification. HE Business Pathway, plus • Accounting for business What’s next? • GCSE in English Language and Maths • Human resource management at grade A*- C or equivalent As a foundation degree graduate you will The course also offers the opportunity to have many different options. You may • Applications welcomed from mature complete Chartered Institute of Marketing decide to go into employment or progress students without formal qualifications modules alongside the foundation degree. onto a full honours degree at Wakefield who possess appropriate levels of College on the BA (Hons) Business and English and Maths Management, or similar top-up route at another Higher Education provider. The course can lead to a wide range of business career opportunities in private enterprise and the public sector.

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32 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Business & Management / Full-time courses Full-time courses /Business & Management

BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 This is a top-up pathway for those who have Teaching will take a variety of formats > Full-time: 1 year (apply via UCAS) an HND, foundation degree or equivalent including lectures, classroom presentations, > UCAS Code: NN12 level qualification to gain a BA (Hons) research tasks, group work, workshops, Business and Management degree. tutorials and self-directed activities. > Part-time: 18 months (apply direct to College) Modules offered will vary from year to year Assessment is continuous throughout but may include: the course, predominantly in the form of • Dissertation assignments. Entry Requirements • Strategic management What’s next? • Strategic business operations • Foundation Degree or Higher Careers in industry, commerce and the National Diploma in a Business • Strategic human resource management public sector can all be enhanced by this related area, plus • Innovation, change and enterprise qualification. • GCSE in English Language and Maths • International business The BA provides the opportunity to progress at grade A*- C or equivalent • Management information systems onto a master’s degree or other relevant • Strategic marketing high level professional qualifications. Small group sizes coupled with focused contact time with tutors have contributed SUBJECT TO VALIDATION to the 100% graduation rate to date.

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 33 Undertaking the Foundation Degree in Young Children’s Learning and Development has bolstered both my knowledge and understanding of the early years sector and the breadth of my childcare work experience. The blended learning programme of work-based learning and part-time attendance has enabled me to balance my family life and manage a childcare organisation while gaining a university accredited qualification. The foundation degree offers a stepping-stone towards further academic qualifications such as the BA (Hons) Early Years top-up, and I hope in future to undertake the Certificate in Education to reach my ultimate goal of becoming a childcare tutor.” Louise Shaw Foundation Degree Young Children’s Learning and Development

Full-time courses Early Years

34 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Young Children’s Learning and Development An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) An award of the University of Huddersfield

Full course details and It’s a challenging and exciting time to be working with module information children and young people, with new opportunities wakefield.ac.uk/he opening up for practitioners. To take advantage of these To talk about a course or opportunities you’ll need broader and higher levels of entry qualifications knowledge and skills than ever before, and Wakefield T: 01924 789111 College’s early years provision aims to give you just that.

> Small class sizes and excellent support > Programme accredited by Sector Endorsement for Foundation Degrees in Early Years > Work experience provides opportunities to gain real-life practice working with children and families > Innovative assessment methods allow students to become more autonomous and enterprising in their learning

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Foundation Degree Young Children’s Learning and Development An Award of Teesside University

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4/5 You will study a range of theoretical and The aim of the course is to integrate study > Full-time: 2 years: 2 days per week work-related components which will enhance with your work experience or placement in in College and 2 days in placement your understanding of working with children order to enhance practice, using learning (apply via UCAS) in early years and primary education. methods such as lectures, group work, workshops and case studies. > UCAS Code: X300 Typical modules include: Modules are mainly assessed by means of > Part-time: 3 years: 1 day per week • Child development theory and practice assignments and some include portfolios, in College and 2 days in placement • Current issues in early years • Safeguarding children presentations or reports. Your competence (apply direct to College) in your workplace or placement will also • Play-based learning be assessed. • Understanding children’s behaviour Entry requirements • Children and society What’s next? • Holistic development in early childhood • Relevant Level 3 qualification (other As a foundation degree graduate you will • Primary education policy and practice have many different options, including qualifications may be considered, • Leadership and management in early progression to the BA (Hons) Early Years depending on experience), plus years care and education Top-up at Wakefield College or similar top-up • GCSE English grade C • Employability degree at another Higher Education provider. (for full-time route), plus • Work in context This foundation degree enhances careers • Minimum employment or work • Research project within primary teaching, management placement of 12 hours per week within an early years setting, early years teacher, child development officer, and many others.

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36 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Early Years / Full-time courses Full-time courses /Early Years

BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) An award of the University of Huddersfield

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 You will study a range of theoretical The theoretical modules and research > Full-time: 1 year (from Sept 2015) modules covering elements such as project aim to integrate study with your > UCAS Code: to be confirmed childhood and society, children’s health own personal, professional and work and well-being, and leadership and experience, and to allow you to reflect on > Part-time: 2 years management which will enhance your your practice-based application of theory. (apply to University of understanding of working with children Sessions will involve a range of learning Huddersfield) in early years and primary education. You opportunities such as group work, lectures, will have the opportunity to undertake a seminars, workshops and case studies. major study in education which will develop Modules are mainly assessed by means of Entry requirements independent research skills and personal assignments such as essays, an annotated • Foundation Degree in Young and professional competence in planning bibliography, presentation supported by Children’s Learning and for and carrying out a project. critical discussion and a seminar paper Development/Early Years, or supported by a visual presentation. The • HND or equivalent in an research-based modules will be assessed through written reports. appropriate subject, or • Completion of first 2 years of a BA What’s next? (Hons) in a relevant subject Achieving the BA (Hons) will enable you to progress onto postgraduate programmes leading to Early Years Teacher Status or Qualified Teacher Status (Primary Education) or a variety of master’s degrees. The BA (Hons) Early Years Top-up enhances career prospects within primary teaching, management within an early years setting, early years teacher, child development officer, family support worker and many others.

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 37 I’m currently an A Level student studying Health and Social Care at Wakefield College with a view to a career in this area. Wakefield College is a great place to study. The tutors on my course are brilliant and always there to offer support and guidance. When I finish my A Levels I’m hoping to enrol on the Foundation Degree Health and Wellbeing course at the College, which involves workplace learning as well as academic study. I think this will be a big step towards achieving my ambition of working with people with physical or learning disabilities in future.” Emily Rose Simpson Prospective student on the Foundation Degree Health and Wellbeing

Full-time courses Health & Social Care

38 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Health and Wellbeing An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and A career in the care sector will put you at the heart of module information your community, working in a range of settings including wakefield.ac.uk/he health, social care, childcare and early years. Our Higher To talk about a course or Education provision aims to give you all the skills you need entry qualifications to succeed, whichever area of social care you pursue. T: 01924 789111

> Designed to balance academic and work-based elements to provide a stepping stone towards an honours degree in your chosen subject > Allows you to share experiences with people from a variety of health and social care backgrounds > Based at the developing campus in the heart of the city with its new dedicated HE facilities and experienced teaching staff

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Foundation Degree Health and Wellbeing An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4, 5 The course aims to develop your knowledge You will learn through a variety of methods > Full-time: 2 years and understanding of current health including lectures, seminars, tutor-led > UCAS Code: 5Y7M and social care practice and will include discussions, student-led presentations modules such as: and small group work. Your achievement • Life stages and development will be measured through a range of • Nutrition and health coursework and exams. All assessments Entry Requirements are designed to reflect vocational scenarios • Ethical principles in practice • 120 UCAS points from a variety of and may involve report writing, formal • Long term conditions Level 3 qualifications, plus presentations, interviews, practical • Promoting health and wellbeing • GCSE English and Maths at grade A*- C assessments and case studies. • Leadership and management • Applications welcomed from mature • Mental health conditions What’s next? students without formal qualifications • Employability in health and wellbeing As a foundation degree graduate you will but with relevant experience • Work in context have many different options, including • Social and contemporary issues in progression to a top-up degree with other health and wellbeing Higher Education providers. This foundation degree is a valuable qualification in its own right and will enhance careers in health, social care, community health care, management and many other areas.

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40 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 41 Full-time courses Information Communication Technology

42 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Computing An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and To get that first professional job in IT you need both “hard” module information skills in computing and a range of vital transferable skills. wakefield.ac.uk/he Wakefield College offers a high quality course with To talk about a course or up-to-date technical content which is recognised by entry qualifications employers as covering all the skills required. T: 01924 789111

> Hands-on configuration of virtualised environments, programming for mobile devices and network equipment > Wide range of free industry-standard Microsoft application and server software > Members of the Microsoft Academic Alliance – Microsoft MTA qualifications can be studied alongside your main course • Live projects with local IT companies

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Foundation Degree Computing An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Designed in consultation with those in the IT Teaching will take a variety of formats > Full-time: 2 years industry, this course focuses on developing including formal lectures, individual and > UCAS Code: G400 vocational skills in relation to the world group presentations, workshops, research of computing, whilst also providing the tasks and live briefs, IT-based material and academic theory which underpins it. design, visits, and work-related activities. Entry Requirements Students are able to pursue skills and You will be assessed predominantly through knowledge relevant to their interests assignments and practical examinations, but • GCSE English Language and Maths and to question, challenge and improve also through participation in group projects, grade A*- C, plus competencies in an environment which case studies and verbal presentations. • 160 UCAS points from Level 3 prepares them for the specific needs and qualifications demands of the workplace. What’s next? As a foundation degree graduate you will • Offers based on successful interview They will develop skills in: marketing and promotion, presentation, analysis and have many different options. You may evaluation, researching, career development decide to go into employment or progress and job search. onto a full BSc (Hons). Taught modules may include: There are many career opportunities for • Introduction to programming computing graduates, with more emerging as technology develops. IT specific careers • Hardware and operating systems include: web design, business applications • Database design concepts development, mobile applications • Networking concepts development, programming, systems • Advanced programming techniques analysis and technical support. • Web and multimedia technologies • Systems analysis SUBJECT TO VALIDATION • Project management

44 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 45 Alice, lover of all that’s conceptual – that’s me! I’ve been passionate about art and photography for as long as I can remember, and I chose this course because it sounded like the perfect creative stepping stone between college and university. During the course I have gained massive amounts of confidence in my abilities behind the lens, people skills and, above all, a beautiful portfolio bursting with the fruits of my hard work which I can carry with me throughout my career. Now I’ve got an unconditional place at the University of Derby to take a top-up degree in commercial photography, and I have this wonderful course and Wakefield College to thank for that.” Alice O’Gara Foundation Degree Commercial Photography

Full-time courses Media & Design

46 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Commercial Photography An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Independent Game Development An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Web Design An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and Wakefield College’s Media and Design Department is an module information exciting place to study, whether you’re interested in game wakefield.ac.uk/he design and development, commercial photography, or web To talk about a course or design. Our courses open up numerous career pathways entry qualifications and our strong links with local organisations enable us to T: 01924 789111 offer an extensive programme of live client projects which look good on any CV.

> Local courses with national reputations > Industry-standard equipment and software > Dedicated studios > Outstanding employability record for graduates

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Foundation Degree Commercial Photography An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 You will study a range of topics over a two Learning will take a variety of formats > 2 years year programme that will give you the including formal lectures, presentations, > Full-time: 2 consecutive days knowledge, skills and confidence necessary practical workshops, and live briefs. You will per week to succeed in a career as a commercial undertake a large proportion of independent photographer or to progress onto a study, and build a portfolio of work. > UCAS Code: W641 bachelor's degree programme at university. There is continuous assessment using Modules include: a variety of methods including practical • Technical and practical investigation portfolios and presentations. Entry Requirements • Creating an experimental portfolio What’s next? • Minimum 160 UCAS points • Skills for meeting client briefs As a foundation degree graduate you will • GCSE English Grade A*- C • Building a professional portfolio have many different options. You may (or equivalent) • Photojournalism and editorial decide to go into employment or top up your photography • Offers subject to successful qualification to a bachelor’s degree. completion of an interview and • Photographic communication in context portfolio demonstration • Understanding client briefs SUBJECT TO VALIDATION • Mature students able to show • Providing commercial solutions to client briefs aptitude for the creative, academic • Work in context and technical demands will also be • Employability in photography considered

48 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Media & Design / Full-time courses Full-time courses /Media & Design

Foundation Degree Independent Game Development An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 You will study a range of creative and The course is built around a series of > 2 years technical modules which will provide the practical assignments which encourage > Full-time: 2 consecutive days knowledge, skills, experience and confidence you to investigate the tasks and processes per week to work within the games industry or of independent game development. You progress to the third year of a bachelor’s develop the knowledge to undertake > UCAS Code: 4R5W degree. These may include: these assignments through a mixture of • Employability for independent lectures, workshops, seminars and self-study game development activities. Entry Requirements • Introduction to independent You will be assessed using a variety of • Minimum 240 UCAS points from a game design methods including practical projects and an relevant Level 3 course, plus • Introduction to independent online journal. You will be required to deliver individual and group presentations. • GCSE English and Maths Grade A*- C game asset creation (or equivalent), plus • Introduction to independent What’s next? game technology • Excellent IT and communication skills As a foundation degree graduate you • Introduction to independent will have many different options. You • Offers subject to successful game programming may decide to go into employment or completion of an interview and • Work in context self-employment in the games industry, portfolio demonstration • Game interface design or progress onto the full BA (Hons) • Mature students able to show • Independent game technology Independent Game Development degree at aptitude for the creative, academic and production Wakefield College (to be validated through and technical demands will also be • Post-production and cross Teesside University), or similar top-up route considered platform publishing at another Higher Education provider. • Independent game marketing SUBJECT TO VALIDATION

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 49 I’d been out of education for over five years when I discovered this course, but wanting a change of career, I decided to go for it. I’d always had an interest in Art and Design, and was a bit of a geek when it came to computers, so I thought the course content would suit me perfectly. Not only have I learnt how to code from scratch, I’m also constantly learning and improving on my design techniques. The best thing is, the course doesn’t stop at web design - I’ve also learnt how to design for a variety of other mediums. The course has prepared me for employment and given me an amazing network of professionals to draw on. Considering the fact that when I started the course I had almost no experience in the field, it says a lot for the programme that even before I’ve finished I’ve gained employment.” Ruby Glover Foundation Degree Web Design

50 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Full-time courses /Media & Design

Foundation Degree Web Design An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Whether you are just starting out, retraining The course is built around a series of > 2 years for an exciting new career or wanting to practical assignments which encourage > Full-time: 2 consecutive days gain qualifications for skills you already you to investigate the tasks and processes per week possess, the Foundation Degree Web Design of web design. You develop the knowledge prepares you for a career in the digital to undertake these assignments through a > UCAS Code: W280 design industry. mixture of lecture, workshop, seminar and Developed in conjunction with recognised self-study activities. Later in the course you professionals, the course is designed to will have the chance to carry out live work Entry Requirements react to industry needs, and equip creative for external clients. • Minimum 200 UCAS points, plus professionals with the tools needed to You will be assessed using a variety of create an immediate impact in the creative methods, but mainly through practical • GCSE English grade A*- C (or equivalent) industries. Modules offered may vary from projects which will give you the opportunity • Maths qualification desirable year to year but could include: to design and build websites. • Offers subject to successful • Web pre-production What’s next? completion of an interview and • Typography The course has an outstanding reputation portfolio demonstration • Web development fundamentals for creating employable graduates. Have a • Mature students without these • Digital imaging look at the footer on the website – www. qualifications but able to show • Employability in web design fda-web-design.co.uk – to see the aptitude for the creative, academic • Work in context ever-growing list of alumni and where they and technical demands will also be • New web technologies now work. The list includes students who are considered • Design for print now web designers, web developers, front- • All applicants will need strong IT and • Corporate and brand identity end developers, graphic designers, digital marketers and those who have set communication skills • Commercial web projects up their own creative businesses. You also have the option to top up your foundation degree to a full BA/BSc.

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Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 51 My journey has taken me from the A Level pathway through to the HND in Performing Arts, enabling me to progress both academically and as a performer. The tutors here give you lots of support, treat you as an individual and push you to achieve your personal best. The course content has been consistently engaging and stimulating, involving exposure to a diverse range of styles, techniques and practitioners. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Wakefield College to anyone.” Thomas Windle HND Theatre

Full-time courses Performing Arts

52 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Dance > HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Musical Theatre > HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Theatre > HND Diploma Music (Popular Music) > BA (Hons) Performance (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and All our performing arts and music courses are taught by module information practising industry professionals and have been designed wakefield.ac.uk/he to help you build a raft of skills which will enable you to To talk about a course or succeed in a highly competitive world. entry qualifications T: 01924 789111

> State-of-the-art facilities at our new performing arts centre which includes The Mechanics’ Theatre, a 160-seat venue created to professional specifications > Up-to-date specialist facilities at the School of Popular Music at Thornes Park Campus > Numerous industry-led workshops with professional practitioners • Live and industry-linked performances and projects

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HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Dance

> The Waterton Building What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Offering contemporary dance, as well as You will learn through a wide range > Full-time: 2 years additional skills in jazz, classical ballet and of teaching methods: formal lectures, > Minimum of 3 days per week plus choreography, this course has professional seminars, practical workshops, tutorials and evening performances development at its heart. Whether your reflective practice. chosen path is as a dancer, choreographer, > UCAS Code: 055W There will be continuous assessment, or a teacher, the units of study will allow you externally verified, across a range of to develop your technical and performance disciplines. skills as well as give you a comprehensive Entry Requirements knowledge of the industry itself. What’s next? • 240 UCAS points gained through A You will participate in a number of practical Destinations may include: a performer, Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a relevant classes across a range of disciplines, as well community arts worker, choreographer, subject, plus as study the theoretical concepts of dance arts manager or teacher, community dance from its creation through to presentation. worker, arts administration or entrepreneur. • Audition consisting of a contemporary An annual residential, workshops with There is the possibility of progression onto a technique class including short professional companies and visits to third year of a degree, top-up course or study choreographic tasks and lengthy shows are part of this vocational course. for a Certificate in Education. sequences, a short solo and a written Combined with your individual study, these evaluation of the applicant’s own will give you a sound footing from which to performance enter employment. • Applications from mature students and those with non-standard qualifications are welcomed

54 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 I progressed from a BTEC Level 3 course to the HND in Dance. It was nice to stay local and in a familiar environment, and where I could continue to build relationships with my tutors. This year we’ve moved to the new Performing Arts Centre at the Waterton Building. It’s great to have our own city centre building, and the facilities are easily as good as those at Thornes Park. The HND course doesn’t ignore theory, which is important, but it’s a very practical course with an emphasis on taking part in a diverse range of performances. I’ve learned something new in every unit I’ve completed, and also had the chance to reflect on what I’ve learned. The tutors are really helpful and absolutely passionate about their art forms, and the visits from external professional artists have broadened our horizons. The course sets you up for a range of careers in dance, and I’m already planning to top it up to a BA.” Emma-Jo Davis HND Dance

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HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Musical Theatre

> The Waterton Building What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Professional development, industry standard A variety of teaching and learning methods > Full-time: 2 years training and academic study are at the will be used to encourage your creative > Minimum of 3 days per week plus core of this course which will give you the development and bring together theory evening performances opportunity to develop as an original artist and practice. These methods will include whilst gaining a respected and valuable practical workshops (including those run by > UCAS Code: 2M17 qualification. The units you will study have professional specialists), interactive lectures, been specifically chosen to enable you to resource-based learning, individual and develop technical and performance skills, to group work, tutorials, discussions, critiques, Entry Requirements achieve a sound knowledge of the industry rehearsals, residentials, visiting companies, • 240 UCAS points gained through A and give you optimum scope for accessing and theatre visits. Individual and group further study or employment. Close links projects will culminate in public and non- Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a relevant with the Theatre Royal Wakefield, working public performances. subject, plus ‘West End’ professionals, a range of theatre There will be continuous assessment, • Interview, singing audition, visits and an annual residential trip are externally verified, across a range of participation in dance and acting among the highlights of this exciting and disciplines. workshops, plus dynamic course. • Submission of a critical/reflective What’s next? self-evaluation Successful students can continue onto a BA top-up, PGCE or Certificate in Education • Applications from mature students course at another college or university. and those with non-standard Careers in the performing arts industry qualifications are welcomed range from being a performer, community arts worker, arts manager or teacher, or in community performance work, arts administration or entrepreneur.

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HND Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) Theatre

> The Waterton Building What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Professional development is fundamental You will learn through a wide range of > Full-time: 2 years to this course, whichever strand of the teaching methods including formal lectures, > Minimum of 3 days per week arts you wish to pursue. Studying a wide seminars, practical workshops, tutorials and plus evening performances range of performance techniques that will reflective practice. enable you to become a versatile performer, > UCAS Code: 004W You will also have the opportunity to you will develop an understanding of the participate in professional specialists’ relationship between performer, audience workshops to develop your skills, ranging and the material being presented. from physical theatre to stage combat. Entry Requirements The course gives students the opportunity There will be continuous assessment, • 240 UCAS points gained through to develop as original dramatic artists whilst externally verified, across a range of A Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a gaining knowledge of the industry and a disciplines. relevant subject, plus valuable qualification. What’s next? • Interview and audition consisting of You will learn how to plan and deliver workshops, direct your own performances Close links with Wakefield Theatre Royal, contemporary and classical theatre and develop a strong understanding of how as well as a range of visits and an annual monologues (2 minutes each), plus the industry works through a combination overseas residential, will give you the • Submission of a theatre critique of theatrical performance underpinned with opportunity to experience different aspects • Applications from mature students conceptual study. of the performing arts world. and those with non-standard Destinations may include a performer, qualifications, are welcomed deviser, community arts worker, arts manager, writer, director, teacher, company leader or entrepreneur. There is the possibility of progression onto a third year of a degree, top-up course or study for a Certificate in Education.

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HND Diploma Music (Popular Music)

> The Waterton Building What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Designed for people who have an interest The course is predominantly performance- > Full-time: 2 years in popular music and have reached a good led, where you will learn to create and > Minimum of 3 days per week plus standard as a musician, this course provides perform music in context, specific styles and evening performances students with a wide variety of performance for local and national venues. You will be techniques that will enable them to develop given opportunities to take part in a variety > UCAS Code: 113W existing techniques as well as acquire new of work in the wider community, using skills and competencies. performance as a platform. Whether you wish to gain an in depth Practical classes will assist you in mastering Entry Requirements knowledge of popular music and the a range of techniques, but you will also learn • 240 UCAS points gained through A history of the industry, or pursue a career through formal lectures, seminars, practical Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a as a performer, producer, composer or workshops, tutorials and reflective practice. relevant subject teacher, this qualification will give you There will be continuous assessment, the underpinning knowledge to achieve • Applications from mature students externally verified, across a range of longevity in your career. disciplines. and those with non-standard Studying 16 units over 2 years, you will cover qualifications are welcomed a broad spectrum of topics surrounding What’s next Popular Music, including the theoretical, Destinations include performer/session historical and technical aspects of the musician, studio engineer, songwriter, band/ industry, as well as the creative, practical, and tour manager, film and television writer, performance elements which provide the journalist, teacher, entrepreneur. foundations of the course. There is the opportunity to progress onto the third year of a degree course.

58 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 I originally joined the course as a guitarist so I could hide in the background, but when the tutors found out I could sing, they pushed me to the front of the stage. I have always loved singing, but was never confident enough to develop my skills in this direction. Now I can confidently write songs, sing in front of crowds and put myself forward for projects I would have run a mile from before. My tutors are brilliant – really friendly and approachable. They all have their own styles of teaching, which keeps lessons varied and interesting, and they’re all practising musicians too. We have plenty of opportunities to perform in a variety of settings, and this helps us to get used to working in different venues and environments. Since joining the course, I’ve become part of a heavy rock band, Temples Fall, and have also developed my own home recording studio using techniques and recommendations from tutors and other students. After the course, I plan to top up my HND to a Bachelor’s Degree in Music, and then go on to teacher training.” Sophie Harvey HND Music

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BA (Hons) in Performance (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University

> The Waterton Building, What you will study How you will learn and be assessed Thornes Park Campus This top-up degree will explore the The course is predominantly project-based > Level 6 theoretical concepts associated with and linked to the industry. You will take part in > Full-time: 1 year Performing Arts or Popular Music and practical classes and engage in independent and collaborative learning through the use > Minimum of 3 days per week plus through practical classes you will develop a wide range of performance techniques of practical workshops, interactive lectures, evening performances drawn from world-renowned practitioners resource-based learning, individual and > UCAS Code: TBC and theorists enabling you to become a group work, tutorials, discussion, critiques and versatile performer. rehearsals. Other teaching methods include Areas to be explored include the historical formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, residentials, Entry requirements development of creative industries, visiting companies, professional specialists’ workshops and attendance at performances. • Performance based Foundation professional development, and preparation, Degree or HND process and production. Individual or group projects will culminate in public and non-public performance and you • Successful interview and audition will have the opportunity to reflect critically on your own performance and that of others. Assessment will be on-going within teaching and learning sessions and will comprise peer and self assessment as well as tutor assessment, externally verified. What’s next? You may be able to progress to postgraduate study in various aspects of performance. Careers in the Performing Arts or Music industry range from being a performer, studio engineer, songwriter, community arts worker, arts manager or teacher, or in community performance work, arts administration or entrepreneur. SUBJECT TO VALIDATION

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 61 I’d been out of education for 13 years when I decided the time was right for me to pursue my ambition of a career as a police officer. I enrolled at Wakefield College because the fees are affordable and the quality of teaching is high. The support is excellent - you have regular contact with your tutors and smaller group sizes than in most universities. The course hasn’t just enhanced my understanding of the theory behind law and criminology, it has also provided me with the opportunity to further my career. I am very proud of my achievements so far and joining the Police Community Volunteer team at West Yorkshire Police is the first step to getting into the Police Service.” Sarah McKeith HND Public Services

Full-time courses Public Services

62 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Public Service Management An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and The public services offer a variety of rewarding careers. module information Wakefield College has developed direct links and wakefield.ac.uk/he partnerships with a range of public service organisations, To talk about a course or enabling us to ensure that your course combines the entry qualifications benefits of academic study with real-life experience. T: 01924 789111

> Teaching staff with recent public service industry experience and extensive professional knowledge > Varied and interesting learning experience including work placements, visiting speakers and visits to public service institutions > Smaller class sizes and more tutor contact time than on most university courses

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Foundation Degree Public Service Management An Award of Teesside University

> Lightwaves What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 This course is aimed at individuals employed Learning will take a variety of formats > Full-time (apply via UCAS): 2 years or wishing to be employed in the public including formal lectures, practical work, > UCAS Code: L490 services industry. It will develop a range of self–directed study and research, visits to skills and techniques, personal qualities and and presentations from the public services. > Part-time (apply direct to College): attributes which are essential for successful There will be a work placement in the 3 years performance in public sector working life. second year. Subject to validation, modules are The College places emphasis on practical expected to include: application of the assessment criteria Entry requirements • Public sector organisation and behaviour including presentations, portfolios, essays, • Minimum 200 UCAS Tariff Points from • Criminology and crime reduction leaflets and reports, providing a realistic suitable Level 3 qualifications with a • The English legal system scenario including real life case studies for learners to adopt, as well as making profile of BCC/MPP or BB/MM, plus • Equality and diversity maximum use of work-related practical • Criminal law for public services • GCSE English and Maths at grade A*- C experience and reflecting typical practice in • Applications welcomed from • Decision making in central and local the sector concerned. mature learners with extensive work government experience (paid or unpaid) and/or • Psychology at work What’s next? professional qualifications • Research project This qualification may be useful for learners • Work in context wishing to take up a specialist role within • Employability the public services sector, and can be topped up to a full degree in public services management (or a related subject) by further study.

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64 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 65 Joining the BTEC Sport and Exercise Science programme at Wakefield College was a new start for me, and immediately I loved the environment and the teaching style. I built great relationships with the lecturers and finished with three Distinctions as well as completing gym instructor and personal trainer qualifications. My next step was the Foundation Degree in Sport Performance Coaching and I’ve loved every minute of it. With first-class help and support from my tutors I’ve developed my personal trainer business, Accomplish Health and Fitness, completed various other qualifications while working for Wakefield Wildcats and Featherstone Rovers, and I’m set to finish my foundation degree with a Distinction.” Lewis Samardzija Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching

Full-time courses Sport & Health

66 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Health Related Exercise and Fitness An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Leisure Management (see new courses) An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > BSc (Hons) Health Related Exercise and Fitness (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Coaching (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and The demands of the sport, exercise and health sectors are module information forever changing and expanding. At Wakefield College we wakefield.ac.uk/he continually develop our courses to ensure they meet those To talk about a course or demands, combining academic study with work-based entry qualifications learning and experience. T: 01924 789111

> Partnerships with local sport, fitness and health organisations provide career-boosting technical and professional expertise > Excellent sports facilities, including a fully-equipped sports laboratory > Staff with a wealth of industry experience in many different fields

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Foundation Degree Health Related Exercise and Fitness An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Whether you are looking to embark on You will learn through a combination > Full-time: 2 years, 2 days per week a career in health and fitness or wish to of methods including formal lectures, (apply via UCAS) develop your knowledge whilst working seminars, practical work in the lab and > UCAS Code: CB69 within the industry, this course will give you independent study. the scientific knowledge and experience to > Part-time: 3 years Your achievement is measured through reinforce your existing skills. a range of coursework and examinations. (apply direct to College) Modules will vary from year to year and All assessments are designed to reflect some are subject to validation, but topics vocational scenarios where applicable, may include: including report writing, formal Entry requirements • Applied exercise teaching presentations, interviews, practical • Minimum 160 UCAS Tariff Points from • Foundations in nutrition assessments, and case studies. suitable Level 3 qualifications, plus • Exercise physiology What’s next? • Physical activity, exercise and health • GCSE English and Maths at grade A*- C You may wish to top up your qualification • Mature students without formal • Employability in health related exercise to a full honours degree here at qualifications but able to show and fitness Wakefield College. • Work in context aptitude and experience will also be Career opportunities exist in a variety considered • Activity, fitness, health and disease of roles in the sports or health-related • Research methods exercise and fitness industries such as gym instructor, personal trainer or consultant. Employment in NHS or other health related projects is also possible.

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Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Whether you are looking to embark on a Learning will take a variety of formats > Full-time: 2 years, 2 days per week career in coaching or wish to develop your including formal lectures, presentations, (apply via UCAS) knowledge in your current role, this course practical workshops, live briefs, independent > UCAS Code: CX61 will quantify your abilities and give your study and work-based tasks. We provide an practice a more scientific foundation. The in-house opportunity for work experience > Part-time: 3 years Foundation Degree in Sport Performance as you will be heavily involved in Wakefield (apply direct to College) Coaching provides a balanced academic College's Athlete Development Programme programme which will equip you with which is offered to talented sports people the skills and knowledge required for the who wish to advance their sporting careers Entry requirements assessment and enhancement of sports while in education. • Minimum 160 UCAS Tariff Points from performance. You will be assessed using a variety of suitable Level 3 qualifications, plus Modules will vary from year to year but methods including examinations, lab topics may include: reports, case studies, presentations and • GCSE English and Maths at grade A*- C • Employability in sport performance reflective logs. • Coaching qualification in chosen sport coaching What’s next? and current participation in coaching • Work in context activities desirable • Psychological foundations of sport As a foundation degree graduate you will • Mature students without formal and exercise have many different options. You may decide to go into employment or top up qualifications but able to show • Strength and conditioning your qualification to a full honours degree at aptitude and experience will also be • Measurement and analysis of sport Wakefield College. considered performance Coaching, strength and conditioning, • Research and investigative project nutritionist, performance analysts are all • Nutrition for sport performance possible career routes. These will normally • Physiological measurement and require additional study. evaluation of sport performance SUBJECT TO VALIDATION

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BSc (Hons) Health Related Exercise and Fitness (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 This is a top-up course designed for those Learning will be a combination of formal > Full-time: (apply via UCAS) who already hold a Foundation Degree lectures, seminars, practical work in the lab > UCAS Code: CX6D in Health Related Exercise and Fitness or and independent study. an equivalent Level 5 qualification in an > Part-time: 1 year Assessment will be continuous, based on appropriate subject. (apply direct to College) exams, essays, lab reports, journal-style The course combines learning experiences articles and presentations. which develop a range of academic, vocational and technical skills and What’s next? Entry requirements employability and key skills relevant to Further study options depend upon your • Foundation Degree in Health Related the Health and Fitness industries. With an preferred career pathway. Those who hold Exercise and Fitness, or excellent link with the local Health Authority, the Foundation Degree in Health Related wide ranging links with local schools and Exercise and Fitness will be qualified to Level • Equivalent Level 5 qualification European work placements, students 2 by the Register of Exercise Professionals can expect to develop those skills which (REPs), while studying on the BSc programme employers value. will enable them to work towards Level 3 Taught modules may include: accreditation (which will require further study • Cardiac rehabilitation and development to achieve). • Research methods: process and planning Career pathways include health • Lifestyle management and exercise promotion, exercise referral, cardiac referral for special populations rehabilitation, personal training and community health projects. • The health industry • Dissertation SUBJECT TO VALIDATION

70 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Full-time courses /Sport & Health

BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Coaching (Top-up) An Award of Teesside University

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 This is a top-up course designed for those There will be a mixture of lectures, seminars, > Full-time: 1 year, 2 days per week who already hold a Foundation Degree in workshops, practical work in the lab, work (apply via UCAS) Sport Performance Coaching or equivalent placements and guest speakers. > UCAS code to be confirmed qualification in an appropriate subject. The A variety of assessment methods will be course combines work-based learning with > Part-time: 2 years, 1 day per week used including case studies, work-based academic study, with a focus on meeting projects, presentations, written reports, (apply direct to College) the knowledge and skills shortages of the client assessments and exams. industry. With excellent links with local sporting organisations and schools, students What’s next? Entry requirements can expect to develop those skills which Further study options would be dependent employers really value. • Foundation Degree in Sport on your preferred career pathway. There Performance Coaching, or You will study topics such as: are also postgraduate and research • Advanced conditioning and coaching opportunities. • Equivalent Level 5 qualification in an • Applied sports nutrition for performance A variety of potential career opportunities appropriate subject • Applied physiology in sport performance exist: strength and conditioning coach, and coaching personal trainer (and other roles within • Research methods – mini project the field of exercise and health), coaching • Dissertation (both elite performers and recreational sportspeople), sport and recreation, and secondary PE teaching (depending on your qualifications and experience).

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Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 71 For me, studying at Wakefield College was the obvious choice. My previous experience of being a student at Wakefield College had been very positive, and the facilities there are high quality, providing students with access to modern technology, a dedicated support network and access to the internet. The tutors are committed to giving students the best opportunities for the future, and have in- depth knowledge of their specialist subjects. I am currently studying on the Access to HE Humanities pathway, and the skills I have acquired from this course have enabled me to achieve a place to study Law and Criminology at degree level." Charlotte Jane Lowrey Access to HE

Full-time courses Access to Higher Education

72 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Business Management Pathway > Humanities/Social Sciences Pathway > Healthcare Professions Pathway > Science Pathway

Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are designed to Funding your Access to Higher Education course provide the foundation knowledge and study skills you need If you are aged 19-23, depending on your if you have been out of education for a while but wish to circumstances, you will pay a contribution undertake higher level study. Our four pathways – to your studies. Contact Financial Support Business Management, Humanities/Social Sciences, on 01924 789304 to discuss what funding Healthcare Professions, and Science – can lead to a degree may be available to you. and a variety of careers in areas such as law, social work, If you are aged 24 or over you will be expected to pay full fees, but you will teaching, nursing, psychology and business. be able to apply for a loan under the Government’s 24+ Advanced Learning Loans scheme to cover the cost of these fees. However, if you complete an Access > High quality courses nationally recognised by the to HE course and then go on and complete a degree or other recognised Higher Quality Assurance Agency Education course, you won’t have to repay > Successful students can progress automatically onto a the remaining loan for the Access to HE course: in effect, the loan will be written off. variety of foundation degrees at Wakefield College To apply for the 24+ Advanced Learning > Science pathway approved by the Royal Society of Loan go to www.gov.uk/advanced- Chemistry and the Gatsby Foundation – facilitates learning-loans/overview. achievement of Registered Science Technician status Full course details and module information wakefield.ac.uk/he To talk about a course or entry qualifications T: 01924 789111

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Access to Higher Education Business Management Pathway

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 3 You will gain 60 credits by studying three Teaching will include a combination of lectures, > Full-time compulsory units: seminars, tutorials, discussions and practical > Apply direct to College • Study skills work, plus other directed and private study. • Introduction to business research Assessment takes place through course • Research project or dissertation assignments and examinations. The Research Project/Dissertation and Entry Requirements plus a mixture of units which include: subject units will be graded Pass, Merit • Understanding business organisations • GCSE English Language and Maths or Distinction. Introduction to Business at grade A*- C • Business communication Research and Study Skills will be ungraded • Evidence of maturity, determination • Financial awareness units but are mandatory so students must and organisational skills • Managing people achieve a pass in order to gain the Access to • Law HE Diploma qualification. What’s next? The majority of students progress to a degree courses, including the competitively- priced Higher Education programmes offered at Wakefield College such as the Foundation Degree in Management and Business Enterprise or Foundation Degree in Marketing Management followed by the BA (Hons) in Business and Management. Students have progressed to a variety of universities, including Leeds, Leeds Trinity, Huddersfield, Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam, York, Bradford, Hull and Lancaster. The Access to Higher Education Business Pathway is the first step on the route to many business careers in both the private and public sectors.

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Access to Higher Education Humanities/Social Sciences Pathway

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 3 You will gain 60 credits by studying three Teaching will include a combination of > Full-time compulsory units: lectures, seminars, tutorials, discussions > Daytime attendance, but possible • Study skills and practical work, plus other directed and evening option subject to • Social science and humanities private study. sufficient demand research methods Assessment takes place through course assignments and examinations. Each Level 3 > Apply direct to College • Research project or dissertation unit will be graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. plus, a mix of compulsory and optional units In addition you will take Study Skills and from the following list: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Entry Requirements • English Language Methods units which are ungraded but you • GCSE English Language at grade A*- C • History must pass them to achieve the qualification. • Evidence of maturity, determination • Psychology and organisational skills • Sociology What’s next? The majority of students choose to progress Students on this pathway may have the onto degree level study at a variety of Higher option to take GCSE Mathematics if this Education establishments. is required for progression to on to some degree courses, subject to a skills test prior Access to Higher Education Humanities/ to enrolment. Social Sciences Pathway is the first step on the route to many careers, including teaching, social work, law, youth work and counselling. If you are interested in degrees in areas such as Social Work you need to have professional or voluntary work experience with vulnerable people. If you are interested in a Primary teaching degree you need to have volunteered or worked in a primary school.

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Access to Higher Education Healthcare Professions Pathway

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 3 You will study compulsory units in: Teaching will include a combination of > Full-time • Study skills lectures, seminars, tutorials, discussions > Apply direct to College • Introduction to psycho-social methods and practical work, plus other directed and • Psycho-social aspects of health private study. • Core biology Assessment will be continuous through course assignments and examinations, with Entry Requirements • Human biology each Level 3 unit being graded Pass, Merit or • Counselling • GCSE English Language, Maths and Distinction. Introduction to Psycho-Social Science at grade A*- C Methods and Study Skills are ungraded units • Evidence of maturity, determination but you must achieve a pass in these units to and organisational skills gain the Access to HE Diploma qualification. • Applicants must be able to show that What’s next? they have paid or voluntary experience On successful completion of this pathway in a caring role or healthcare setting you can automatically progress on to the Foundation Degree in Health and Wellbeing at Wakefield College or apply to study at degree level at a variety of Higher Education establishments. Access to Higher Education Healthcare Professions Pathway is the first step on the route to careers such as adult nursing, paediatric nursing, mental health nursing and midwifery. Higher Education institutions will only accept applications for Nursing/Midwifery from home students or students with refugee status. It also important to check the entry requirements of individual universities as these change regularly.

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Access to Higher Education Science Pathway

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 3 You will take three compulsory units: Teaching will include a combination of > Full-time • Study skills lectures, seminars, tutorials, discussions > Apply direct to College • Introduction to scientific method and practical work, plus other directed and • Research project or dissertation private study. Assessment will be continuous through plus, three optional units chosen from: course assignments and examinations. Entry Requirements • Biology • GCSE English Language, Maths and • Chemistry What’s next? Science at grade A*-C • Human biology The majority of students choose to progress • Evidence of maturity, determination • Maths onto degree level study at a variety of Higher and organisational skills • Physics Education establishments. Access to Higher Education Science Pathway is the first step on the route to a range of scientific careers, including radiography, physiotherapy, environmental science, dietetics, forensic science, engineering and many more.

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The pressures of work and > Part-time study has been shown to improve self- domestic responsibilities mean we confidence and encourage personal development don’t always have time to commit to a full-time course of study. > Employers value part-time study as an indicator of Wakefield College offers a range capability and commitment of part-time programmes which will enable you to gain valuable > Part-time study builds skills and knowledge which can qualifications while continuing improve productivity and efficiency in the workplace with your busy life. > Benefits include improved career progression and earning potential > Flexible entry requirements – experience as well as formal qualifications often accepted > Same high quality facilities and teaching enjoyed by full-time students > Apply direct to College

The tutors are good at making sure you utilise your time properly – balancing the demands of working full-time, studying part-time, and getting enough time for exam preparation.

Seb Allen, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Foundation Diploma

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 79 The support from my tutors has been great and the continuous assessment is an advantage compared to an exam-based course. The broad range of skills you learn puts you in a strong position to progress; it’s great and I have recommended the course to a colleague in my office. It’s difficult to put into words how much I have learnt! I would tell anyone who has the chance to study at Higher Education level to grab it and keep learning. I wouldn’t have been able to progress without it. It’s opened up a whole new field of opportunities that didn’t exist 18 months ago!” Aimee Willett HNC Business

Part-time courses Business & Management

80 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > HNC Business > HND Business > Foundation Degree Logistics and Supply Chain Management . Awarding university to be confirmed Available full and part-time > Foundation Degree Management and Business Enterprise See full-time An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) . section for > Foundation Degree Marketing Management course details . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and Business and Management embraces a vast range of module information industries and commercial enterprises. Our aim is to give wakefield.ac.uk/he students the skills which are attractive to employers and the To talk about a course or knowledge which will provide a platform for more advanced entry qualifications study, and to offer flexible, part-time delivery patterns which T: 01924 789111 are ideal for people with work commitments.

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HNC Business

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The HNC is designed for those working Teaching will take a variety of formats > 2 years in a business environment. Students including lectures, classroom presentation, > Part-time from both the public and private sectors research tasks, group work, exhibitions, are encouraged to share their experience workshops, tutorials and self-directed > Apply direct to College and relate what they learn to their own activities. The course can be offered through organisations. The course provides a a blended learning approach. stepping stone to help students develop Assessment will be through the completion Entry Requirements within their chosen career, whether in of coursework and assignments. • An A Level, Level 3 Diploma or general management or in one of the equivalent (including Access to HE), specialisms. What’s next? plus You will study four core modules: The HNC can be topped up to an HND and then to a BA (Hons) Business and • Employment in a business • Business environment Management (full-time and part-time environment, plus • Managing financial resources and decisions pathways available at Wakefield College). • Appropriate levels of English and • Organisations and behaviour You may also wish to study towards a Maths • Marketing principles relevant professional qualification. • Applications from mature students Careers in industry, commerce, the private You will also take a range of optional with no formal qualifications are sector or self-employment can all be modules such as: welcomed enhanced by this qualification. • Business law • Personal and professional development • Employability skills • Managing human resources • Project management • Research project

82 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Business / Part-time courses Part-time courses /Business

HND Business

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 This programme enables students who Teaching will take a variety of formats > 1 year have completed the HNC Business to top including lectures, classroom presentation, > Part-time up their qualification to an HND. Students research tasks, group work, exhibitions, from both the public and private sectors workshops, tutorials and self-directed > Apply direct to College are encouraged to share their experience activities. The course can be offered through and relate what they learn to their own a blended learning approach. organisations. The course provides a Assessment will be through the completion Entry Requirements stepping stone to help students develop of coursework and assignments. • Higher National Certificate in a within their chosen career, whether in business related area with a good general management or in one of the What’s next? profile of attainment, plus specialisms. The top-up pathway to a BA (Hons) Business & Management, by completing a further 12 • Employment in a business Depending on what modules you completed at HNC level, you will study months full-time or 18 months part-time, is environment, plus topics such as: available at Wakefield College. • Appropriate levels of literacy and • Business strategy You may also progress to study toward numeracy • Law relevant professional qualifications. • Decision making Careers in industry, commerce, the public • Research project sector or self-employment can all be • Employability skills enhanced by this qualification. • Human resources Foundation Degree Logistics and Supply • Marketing Chain Management.

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 83 Wakefield College has helped me tremendously at the start of my professional career. The tutors are very helpful and have lots of experience in the industry. The civil engineering pathway is challenging, but because of the way the course is structured and the help provided by the tutors, it’s manageable!” Thomas Harper HNC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

Part-time courses Construction, Building Services Engineering & Civil Engineering

84 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering Pathway) HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway) HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Pathway) HND Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway) HND Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Pathway) Higher Apprenticeship in Construction and Management

Full course details and Construction, building services engineering and civil module information engineering are three vital industries for the UK economy. wakefield.ac.uk/he They involve many different skills and a whole host of To talk about a course or technical, professional and management career pathways. entry qualifications Whatever your particular interests, our courses will prepare T: 01924 789111 you for a bright future in these industries.

> First class, purpose-built facilities at Castleford Campus > Highly qualified teaching team with a wealth of industry experience > Small group sizes > Flexible delivery using Moodle and ILT

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HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering Pathway)

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 This course provides a specialist vocational Through a combination of formal and > Part-time: 2 years programme linked to both the requirements informal sessions including practical, resource > Start dates available of industry and of the Chartered Institution based learning activities with tutorial back-up, September and January of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) as together with work-based learning. progression for those who have achieved > Apply direct to College Guest speakers and site visits will be an a Level 3 qualification. It is ideal for people integral feature in order to connect with working within a management or design industry partners. capacity, or those hoping to move into this Continual assessment throughout area of work. Entry Requirements the academic year incorporating both • An A Level, Level 3 Diploma or Mandatory units: assignment-based work (70%) and • Design principles and application • Level 3 qualifications such as City presentation work (30%). • Health, safety and welfare & Guilds in plumbing or electrical • Application of building services What’s next? installation, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma/ engineering A key progression from this course is to Extended Diploma in Construction • Group project an HND or to the second or third year of and the Built Environment (Building a degree/honours degree in construction Services Pathway) In addition you will study: and the built environment. The course • Those with substantial professional • Applied mathematics also provides a progression route to the experience in the sector will also be • Project management for building services professional qualifications offered by CIBSE. considered engineering Career opportunities are available in a wide You will also have the option to select two variety of organisations: multi-national units from: companies, local authorities, the NHS, • Employability skills and educational institutions to small partnerships specialising in particular • Personal and professional development aspects of Building Services. • Use of ICT • Work-based learning and assessment

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HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway)

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 This course is intended for civil engineering Teaching will be a combination of formal > Part-time: 2 years technicians who wish to broaden their scope and informal sessions that will include > Start dates available and further develop their expertise. practical, resource-based learning, tutorials, September and January You will complete ten units over the two theory and concept study, as well as work- based learning. > Apply direct to College year programme: Year 1 Assessment will be continuous, and • Design principles and application administered through presentations, practical exercises and written assignments. • Science and materials Entry Requirements • Applied mathematics What’s next? • Level 3 qualification in civil engineering • Managing principles and application A key progression from this course is to • Those with substantial professional • Health, safety and welfare the HND in Civil Engineering (available at experience in the sector will also be Year 2 Wakefield College) or to the second or third considered • Group project year of a degree/honours degree in civil • Engineering geology and soil mechanics engineering. • Civil engineering technology Careers cover a broad spectrum at home • Structural analysis and design and abroad, with employers including: local authorities, building contractors, power • Site surveying processes companies, environmental agencies and In addition, working with ICE, students specialist consulting firms. can attain Technician Membership of the If you progress to Chartered status you Institution of Civil Engineers (TMICE). may specialise, move into senior project management or work as a consultant.

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HNC Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Pathway)

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 A flexible programme designed to develop Teaching will be a combination of formal > Part-time: 2 years the skills and knowledge that will help and informal sessions that will include > Start dates available September you to gain entry into the professional practical, resource-based learning, tutorials, and January institutions associated with the sector. theory and concept study, as well as work- • Design principles and application based learning. > Apply direct to College • Science and materials Assessment will be continuous, and > May be available full-time: please • Applied mathematics administered through presentations enquire for details • Management principles and application (20%), practical exercises (10%) and written • Health, safety and welfare assignments (70%). Entry Requirements • Group project What’s next? • Construction and maintenance • Level 3 qualification in construction This qualification provides a step on the of buildings way to achieving professional status, giving • Those with substantial professional • Environmental impact of construction you access to the professional associations experience in the sector will also be • Conversion and adaptation of buildings connected to the industry. considered • Site surveying procedures A key progression from this course is to the HND in Construction (available at Wakefield College) or to the second or third year of a degree/honours degree in construction in the fields of management, quantity surveying, building surveying and architecture.

88 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Construction / Part-time courses Part-time courses /Construction

HND Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering Pathway)

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Offering the opportunity for those who have Teaching will be a combination of formal > Part-time: 1 year completed the HNC to progress onto Level and informal sessions that will include > Start dates available September 5 study, this course provides a vocational practical, resource-based learning, tutorials, and February programme which links into professional theory and concept study, as well as work- body requirements and qualifications offered based learning. You will also be expected > Apply direct to College by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). to undertake individual learning during the It offers a strong sector-related emphasis research project. on practical skills, and develops the requisite Assessment will be continuous, and Entry Requirements knowledge and understanding needed for administered through presentations, • Level 4 qualification in civil engineering progression. practical exercises and written assignments. The study programme involves both work or equivalent What’s next? based learning, a research project and • Those with substantial professional four units: A key progression route is onto full-time experience in the construction sector • Measurement, tendering and estimating study for a degree in civil engineering. will also be considered • Applied mathematics The course is designed to provide a • Contractual procedures progression route to the professional qualifications offered by ICE. Students come • Law and contract from a range of backgrounds, including local authorities, building contractors, power companies, environmental agencies and specialist consulting firms.

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HND Diploma Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Pathway)

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 The course is designed to provide a Teaching will be a combination of formal > Part-time: 1 year specialist vocational programme that links and informal sessions that will include > Start dates available September to professional body requirements and a practical, resource-based learning, tutorials, and February progression route to qualifications offered theory and concept study, as well as by the Chartered Institute of Architectural work-based learning. > Apply direct to College Technologists (CIAT), the Chartered Institute Assessment will be continuous, and of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Institution administered through presentations, of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). practical exercises and written assignments. Entry Requirements The programme of study is of one year's What’s next? • Level 4 qualification in construction duration, the year being divided into two such as a 10 unit HNC or equivalent semesters. A key progression from this course is full- Semester 1 time study at degree level. • Those with substantial professional • Law and contract for Construction and the The course is designed to provide those experience in the construction sector Built Environment who have decided to forge a career in will also be considered • Project management construction and the built environment • Personal and professional development with a progression route to the professional qualifications offered by professional Semester 2 associations connected with the sector. • Contractual procedures and procurement • Project design, implementation and evaluation • Research project

90 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Construction / Part-time courses Part-time courses /Construction

Higher Apprenticeship in Construction and Management

> Castleford Campus/work-based What you will study observation, oral and written questioning, > Level 5 This work-based programme allows products of your work, personal statements and/or reflective accounts, professional > Part-time: 2 years students to study for an HND in discussion, assignments, projects, case > Apply direct to College construction, building services engineering or civil engineering while working within the studies, and witness statements relating to industry. The core units cover the following your performance. mandatory areas: What’s next? Entry Requirements • Management of the environmental Further study could be at degree level or • Employment at supervisory or impact of work activities professional qualifications. technician level in the construction and • Maintenance of health, safety and welfare Career opportunities exist in a variety of the built environment sectors systems in construction and the built environment areas, including: • Prior experience and/or appropriate • Architectural technology qualifications • Developing working relationships in construction and the built environment • Health and safety management • Compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical • Building services engineering and social requirements • Project management • Environmental factors and sustainability in • Building surveying construction and the built environment • Quantity surveying You will also select additional units • Civil engineering according to the pathway of your choice • Site management • Contracts management How you will learn and be assessed • Site engineering You will learn by working on assignments in • Environment management the workplace relating to each unit of study. • Structural engineering To achieve each unit you must gather evidence which shows that you have met the required standard in the assessment criteria. This evidence can be in a variety of different forms and may include direct

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92 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Foundation Degree Young Children’s . Learning and Development Available full and part-time . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) See full-time course section > BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) for course details . An award of the University of Huddersfield

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 93 I decided to do the HNC Mechanical Engineering to increase my knowledge of the industry I work in. I work for Craven Fawcett, part of Group Rhodes, one of Europe’s largest Original Equipment Manufacturers in its field. I am a Business Development Executive and recognised that the HNC Mechanical Engineering would be beneficial to my role and give me a better understanding of the industry, which would in turn help me to provide a better service to our clients and increase potential business opportunities. My employer has been extremely supportive and flexible whilst I have been studying; I have also been training for the Commonwealth Games for the Ladies Double Trap in Clay pigeon shooting and I’ve just been ranked 18th in the World in the World English Sporting competition Ladies category and my employer has been very supportive about that too. So, working, studying and competing has kept me very busy and the support I have had from my tutors and the College has been very important and really helped me.” Victoria Bowering HNC Mechanical Engineering

Part-time Courses Engineering

94 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering > HNC Mechanical Engineering > Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering Leadership

Full course details and Wakefield College’s courses in electrical, electronic and module information mechanical engineering have been recognised as setting the wakefield.ac.uk/he standards across the region for many years. These courses To talk about a course or provide the first steps on the way to Chartered status and a entry qualifications rewarding career, and the structure of these programmes T: 01924 789111 enables high level qualifications to be achieved through one day per week attendance at College.

> Professional teaching staff who also have extensive light and heavy engineering experience > Learning activities which are linked to real industry examples > Purpose-built facilities with well-equipped workshops and outstanding teaching spaces

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HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 This is a vocationally-focused qualification Practical work carried out in industry- > Part-time: 2 years which will give you the key concepts standard workshops will be underpinned > Apply direct to College and practical competencies which are by classroom-based theory and learning, required by Technical Engineers involved lectures, laboratory work and the use of in the design, control, installation and relevant computer packages. You will maintenance of electrical/electronic undertake individual projects and group Entry Requirements equipment and processes. tasks which will allow you to develop both • Advanced Level Certificate/Diploma, Over two years you will study a number of your knowledge and skills. or relevant Level 3 qualification modules, which may include: Assessment will take the form of • Applications are welcomed from those • Mathematics coursework, assignments and phase-tests with relevant industry experience, or • Electrical principles throughout your period of study. mature students via Accreditation of • Utilisation of electrical energy What’s next? Prior Learning or Experience • Electronics The HNC opens the door to progression to • Engineering science • Interview an HND, foundation degree, or degree in • Digital electronics engineering. • PLCs The qualification enhances career • Project progression and gives the knowledge which underpins supervisory roles within the engineering industry.

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HNC Mechanical Engineering

> Castleford Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 This is a vocationally-focused qualification Practical work carried out in industry- > Part-time: 2 years which will give you the key concepts and standard workshops will be underpinned by > Apply direct to College practical competencies which are required classroom-based theory and learning. You by Technical Engineers within the design will undertake individual projects and group and manufacturing industries. tasks which will allow you to develop both Over the two years you will study a number your knowledge and skills. Entry Requirements of modules which may include: Assessment will take the form of • Advanced Level Certificate/ • Mathematics coursework, assignments and phase-tests Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical or • Engineering science throughout your period of study. Manufacturing Engineering preferred • Project work What’s next? • Applicants with relevant industry • CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/ The HNC opens the door to progression to experience, vocational qualifications Manufacture) an HND, foundation degree, or degree in or other Level 3 qualifications will be • Mechanical principles engineering. considered • Hydraulics/pneumatics The qualification enhances career • Interview development and provides supplementary knowledge to underpin supervisory roles within the engineering industry.

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Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacture

> Castleford Campus/work-based What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 This course is ideal for those working in the Learning and assessment will be carried > Part-time: 2 years engineering sector who wish to take up out through assignments produced at > Apply direct to College managerial roles. The course consists of your workplace. mandatory units on: • Complying with statutory regulations and What’s next? safety requirements This course will help you to move into a Entry Requirements • Planning and managing a project management role within the engineering • NVQ Level 3 in an appropriate • Solving engineering problems sector or to progress to an HND or foundation discipline, plus degree in an appropriate discipline. You will also select optional units from an • BTEC Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) extensive list and study Functional Skills. • Students must be working full- As well as the work-based element of the time within the mechanical/ course, you will attend College to complete manufacturing or electrical/electronic an HNC in either mechanical or electrical/ engineering industry electronic engineering on a one day per week basis. • Interview

98 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 99 Part-time courses Sport & Leisure

100 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy > Foundation Degree Health Related Exercise and Fitness . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > Foundation Degree Sport Performance Coaching . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) Available full and > BA Leisure and Management (see new courses) part-time . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) See full-time section > BSc (Hons) Health Related Exercise and Fitness (Top-up) for course details . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation) > BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Coaching (Top-up) . An Award of Teesside University (Subject to Validation)

Full course details and Flexible delivery is the hallmark of our undergraduate module information courses in the expanding field of sport and leisure, wakefield.ac.uk/he allowing you to study right up to bachelor’s degree level To talk about a course or at Wakefield College. entry qualifications T: 01924 789111

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Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 You will study two units: You will learn through practical and theory > Part-time: 21 weeks • Practical anatomy and physiology for sessions in College. Self-directed study > Apply direct to College sports massage and practice outside College will help • Applying massage methods to prevent you develop your knowledge and skills. and manage injury Some work will be set for you to complete outside College. Entry Requirements Through these units you will develop: You will complete a portfolio of evidence • Advanced massage techniques • Level 3 Certificate in Sports which may take a variety of forms: observed Massage Therapy • Advanced palpation skills work, witness statements, written and oral • Skills in the analysis of posture and range questioning, assignments and case studies. of movement You must undertake at least 100 hours • Skills in the critical evaluation of massage of sports massage on a range of clients in strategies and methods different environments and this must be documented in your portfolio.

What’s next? This course will further a career as a freelance sports massage therapist working with a client base of professional and amateur sports performers. Alternatively you may gain employment in gyms, health clubs, sporting facilities or spas. You could progress to Higher Education level study in sports therapies.

102 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 103 My self-esteem was not good before I joined Wakefield College; I was conscious that I had not achieved much in the way of academic qualifications at school or anywhere else for that matter. Now, thanks to the amazing support from my Wakefield College tutors, my confidence, sense of achievement and pride in my own accomplishments have all greatly increased, and I also hold a teaching qualification which enables me to help young students to make the same sort of progress themselves. I would recommend this course to anyone who is undecided as to whether to enter Higher Education or not. Wakefield College helped me to help myself." David Meredith Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning)

Part-time courses Teacher Training

104 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training > Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning), Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) . An award of the University of Huddersfield > BA/BA (Hons) in Education and Professional Development . An award of the University of Huddersfield > Diploma in Teaching English: Literacy > Diploma in Teaching ESOL

Full course details and Wakefield College offers higher level courses ranging from module information professional development programmes for those already wakefield.ac.uk/he engaged in teaching or training to qualifications providing a To talk about a course or start on the road to becoming a fully qualified teacher. These entry qualifications courses are delivered on a flexible, part-time basis allowing T: 01924 789111 you to combine study with work and other commitments.

> Many of our courses are validated through the University of Huddersfield – the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2013 > Dedicated teacher education training room > Current trainees include people with expertise in business management, communications, computing, construction, engineering, English, health and social care, hospitality, learning difficulties and disabilities, leisure, maths, media, NHS training, Police and Fire Service training

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Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The Level 4 Certificate in Education Learning is a combination of formal taught > Part-time: 24 weeks and Training is a first stage teaching sessions, resource-based learning, directed > Apply direct to College qualification which has a teaching/training self-learning and reflection on the practice practice requirement. It is an ‘in service’ of teaching. qualification designed for those working The qualification will be assessed by or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in a combination of assignments and Entry Requirements England. This qualification is also suitable for observation of teaching or training. • Qualifications or experience in desired those delivering education and training in Simulation of teaching (micro-teaching) is subject, plus any learning environment. not permitted for this qualification. • Ability to log 30 hours teaching Candidates who successfully complete this qualification will have a fundamental What’s next? practice, plus understanding of the roles and The course is a recognised basic teaching • Reasonable levels of language, responsibilities of a teacher/trainer in qualification and can lead to the Level literacy and numeracy relation to legislation, equality, diversity, 5 Diploma in Education and Training. inclusivity and meeting the needs of Alternatively, it may be possible to APEL learners. They will be able to use initial into the second year of the Certificate/ and diagnostic assessments and plan and Professional Graduate Certificate in deliver inclusive teaching and learning. Education. They will also be able to assess learning and use appropriate resources to support effective learning.

106 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Part-time courses /Teacher Training Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning), Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) An Award of the University of Huddersfield

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5, 6 The Certificate in Education (Lifelong Practical aspects of the course will assist > Part-time: 2 years (1 year with APEL) Learning) and Professional Graduate you in gaining experience that will develop > Apply direct to College Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) your competencies in the planning of are professional qualifications appropriate teaching and learning. You will undertake for teaching in Further Education colleges, project and academic work, including Higher Education, adult education and a studying critical reviews, quality assurance Entry Requirements wide range of other training and educational and professional issues in formal lectures, • You should be in employment as a settings outside the schools sector. tutorials and group work. teacher or trainer for a minimum of Graduates normally work towards a You will be assessed through assignments 100 hours (50 hours in any 1 year) at Professional Graduate Certificate in and by providing evidence of achievement. a recognised training organisation/ Education (PGCE). Those with other Observations of your teaching (four per year) establishment appropriate qualifications may work will be conducted by tutors and mentors. towards a Certificate in Education (CertEd). • Voluntary teaching/training may be What’s next? Both qualifications are structured around acceptable if undertaken on behalf of four 30 credit modules (two in each year) It is a Government requirement that all a charity (registered with the Charities based on different aspects of teachers’ those working in the Further Education Commission), plus work such as designing learning materials, sector should hold a teaching qualification. • Cert Ed - Level 3 qualification and assessing students, and evaluating learning The growth of the lifelong learning sector significant experience in your and teaching. should enhance your career opportunities. subject area, or Those who complete the Certificate in Education could proceed to the BA or BA • PGCE - a first degree or equivalent, plus (Hons) in Education and Training. Those relevant work experience and a Level 3 who complete the PGCE may wish to qualification in the subject you teach progress to a master’s degree. (if different from your degree subject)

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BA or BA (Hons) in Education and Professional Development An Award of the University of Huddersfield

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 Combining theoretical study with The course is delivered using a blended > Part-time: blended learning transferable skills, this course is particularly learning approach which has six different > Apply direct to College relevant for those wishing to progress elements: an induction day school in Year from a Certificate in Education to an 1, three day schools in each year, online undergraduate degree in order to enhance learning and networking, online and paper their career in education and training and based assessment, a teaching and learning Entry Requirements related fields. festival in each year, and online and face-to- • Certificate in Education and/or Year 1 face support at the centre you have chosen relevant professional experience to • Advanced professional practice to study with. claim credit toward a degree • Improving teaching and learning The induction day school, day schools and • Critical education teaching and learning festivals will be held on Saturdays and are to be based at Year 2 - Unclassified degree your nearest regional centre. Face-to-face • Reflexive study support for each module will be given at Wakefield College. Year 2 - Honours degree • Research methodologies Modules are assessed through a range of assignments, investigative reports and • Major study presentations. • Reflexive study What’s next? As well as potential career progression opportunities, on successful completion you could progress to the MA Professional Development (with specialist routes), MSc Multimedia and e-Learning or the Doctor of Education (EdD).

108 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Part-time courses /Teacher Training

Diploma in Teaching English: Literacy City & Guilds

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Delivered in association with City & Guilds, Learning will be delivered through a > Part-time: 1 year this is an integrated continuing professional variety of teaching methods including > Apply direct to College development (CPD) certificate for literacy taught sessions, group discussions, teachers. directed tasks, presentations, self-study, You will study three modules: tutorials and workshops. Entry Requirements • Literacy and learners Assessment will be continuous and based on written reports and a portfolio of • A generic teaching qualification • Literacy theories and frameworks • Literacy, learning and teaching evidence, as well as a minimum of four (e.g. PGCE/Cert Ed/DTLLS), plus teaching observations. • Evidence of Level 3 literacy skills, plus These modules will help you develop your subject specialist knowledge and subject What’s next? • Currently employed to teach basic teaching skills. adult literacy for a minimum of Career progression opportunities within the learning and skills sector. 50 hours

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Diploma in Teaching ESOL City & Guilds

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Delivered in association with City & Guilds, Learning will be delivered through a > Part-time: 1 year this is an integrated continuing professional variety of teaching methods including > Apply direct to College development (CPD) certificate for adult ESOL taught sessions, group discussions, practitioners. directed tasks, presentations, self-study, You will study three modules: tutorials and workshops. Entry Requirements • ESOL and learners Assessment will be continuous and based on written reports and a portfolio of • A generic teaching qualification (e.g. • ESOL theories and frameworks • ESOL learning and teaching evidence, as well as a minimum of four PGCE/Cert Ed/DTLLS), plus teaching observations. • Evidence of Level 3 literacy skills, plus These modules will help you develop your subject specialist knowledge and subject What’s next? • Currently employed to teach ESOL for a teaching skills. minimum of 50 hours Career progression opportunities within the ESOL learning and skills sector.

110 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 111 I started studying at Wakefield College with the ILM Level 3 Course which helped me to get a promotion a few years ago. Since then I have done the Foundation Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and a BA Honours degree in Business and Management which have both helped me progress in my career and become a manager. Now I’m doing the CMI Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership which is providing me with a view on the strategic side of management. The assignments are linked to work so the course is valuable for my career development and performance in the workplace. The class sizes at Wakefield College are relatively small which is an advantage because they allow for more one- to-one interaction with the tutors.” Pablo Rodriguez-Bozzo Administrator and Special Projects Manager at Leeds South and East CCG CMI Level 7 Strategic Management and Leadership

Professional Courses

112 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Diploma in Accounting > Higher Apprenticeship in Accountancy > Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Certificate in Human Resource Management > Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Extended Diploma, Certificate or Award in Management & Leadership > Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Extended Diploma, Certificate or Award in Strategic Management & Leadership > Charted Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Certificate in Marketing > Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Diploma in Marketing > Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply > Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply > Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Full course details and Wakefield College offers a range of courses leading to the module information qualifications of respected professional bodies which wakefield.ac.uk/he are leading names in their sectors. These qualifications To talk about a course or can boost your career in accounting, human resources, entry qualifications management, marketing, and purchasing and supply. T: 01924 789111

> Flexible delivery – daytime or evening attendance options available in many cases > Blended learning approach > Delivered at Wakefield City Campus, five minutes’ walk from Westgate railway station

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fc 24+ Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Diploma in Accounting

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The Level 4 Diploma in Accounting is part of Learning will take place both in the > Part-time over 1 year: 1 day per week a suite of major qualifications for technician classroom and in the workplace. (day release) or 2 evenings per week level accounting staff. There will be computer-based assessments > Daytime attendance required at You will study four mandatory units: and projects, as well as the submission 5 - 7 sessions of computer based • Financial statements of work-based evidence supported by a examinations • Budgeting testimonial from a line manager. > Apply direct to College • Financial performance What’s next? • Internal control and accounting systems Upon achieving Levels 3 and 4 students may plus two specialist units from: apply for membership of the Association of Entry Requirements • Business tax Accounting Technicians (AAT). • Accounting Level 3, plus • Personal tax Students may progress to further • Appropriate literacy and • External auditing accounting qualifications with one of the Chartered bodies. Students who are numeracy levels • Cash management members of the AAT will normally get • Credit control exam exemptions from the Chartered Not all units will be offered every year. Accounting bodies. All units are based around the work of the working accountant and include an understanding of book-keeping and the ability to prepare financial statements to publication level, tax returns to conform to HMRC requirements and various internal management reports.

114 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Accounting - Professional Courses

Higher Apprenticeship in Accountancy

> Wakefield City Campus/Workplace What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 • Financial statements The majority of your skills and knowledge > 2 years • Budgeting will be developed through your employer > Part-time: 1 day per week in College • Financial performance and the job that you do. This will be complemented and supported by your > Apply direct to College • Internal control and accounting systems planned training programme incorporating • Business tax attendance at College to complete the • External auditing relevant Accounting and Business units. Plus business-related modules to be Entry Requirements Assessment will be continuous and take confirmed. • Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) in place in both the workplace and the College. Accountancy, or There will be a combination of computer- • AAT Level 3 in Accounts based assessments and projects or work- based evidence. • All students will need Level 2 English and Maths What’s next? The Higher Apprenticeship in Accounting will equip you for a career in accountancy and provide you with the qualifications to pursue professional status through the Chartered Accounting bodies.

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fc Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Certificate in Human Resource Management

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assesses > Level 5 This Intermediate Certificate is ideal for This is a mainly classroom-based course, but > Part-time: 1 year (1 afternoon and those working in HR Management who the learning environment is very interactive evening per week) wish to develop their careers. with group work and class discussion > Apply direct to College Topics covered include: featuring prominently. • Developing professional practice There are no examinations, as the course is • Business issues and the contexts of continually assessed throughout the year. human resources Entry Requirements What’s next? • Using information in human resources • Employment as an HR This Intermediate Certificate will help you to • Employee engagement practitioner, plus pursue Associate Membership of the CIPD, • Contemporary developments in and will enhance career prospects for more • Level 3 Certificate in HR Practice employee relations senior roles in HR. Progression would be to (or equivalent), or • Improving organisation performance the CIPD Level 7 course. • Significant HR experience and demonstrable literacy skills

116 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Management and Leadership - Professional Courses

fc Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Extended Diploma, Diploma, Certificate or Award in Management and Leadership

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Recognised by the Chartered Management The programme is delivered using a range of > 2 months (Award), 5 months Institute (CMI), this course develops the techniques including lectures, group work, (Certificate), 10 months (Diploma) skills needed by aspiring managers and case studies and technology. or 1 year (Extended Diploma) leaders and is designed to develop your There are no formal examinations. management competencies whatever your > Part-time: 1 afternoon or evening Assessment is through a programme of industry or organisation type. per week (Award and Certificate), or assignments and a work-based project. 1 afternoon and evening per week, The Extended Diploma covers a wide range of topics, including: What’s next? plus a 2 day extended learning • Personal development The Extended Diploma facilitates progression experience (Diploma and • Information to Level 7 courses such as the Award, Extended Diploma) • Performance Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma > Apply direct to College in Strategic Management and Leadership • Finance (pathway available at Wakefield College). • Marketing CMI accreditation will support career • Quality enhancement across the public, private and Entry Requirements • Project management voluntary sectors. • Appropriate levels of English and • Recruitment and selection Maths, plus For the Extended Diploma you will need to • A background that will enable you to achieve 62 credits, and for the Diploma, 38 benefit from the programme as an credits. For the Certificate, you must achieve aspiring/practising middle manager 13 credits (3 units), and for the Award, 6 credits (1 unit).

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fc Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Extended Diploma, Diploma, Certificate or Award in Strategic Management and Leadership

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 7 Recognised by the Chartered Management The programme is based upon classroom > 2 months (Award), 5 months Institute (CMI), these qualifications learning including lectures, learner research, (Certificate), 10 months (Diploma) require managers and aspiring managers group activities, formal presentations, case or 1 year (Extended Diploma) to build on their strategic management studies and reflective practice. Work-based and leadership skills and to focus on the application is evidenced through a series > Part-time: 1 afternoon or evening requirements of implementing their of module assignments. In addition a short per week (Award and Certificate), or organisation’s strategy. extended learning experience is used to help 1 afternoon and evening per week, The Level 7 Diploma covers a wide range of experiential learning. plus a 2 day extended learning topics, including: Assessment will be through the completion experience (Diploma and • Personal development as a of assignments. Extended Diploma) strategic manager What’s next? > Apply direct to College • Strategic information management • Organisational direction The Level 7 Extended Diploma offers the opportunity for progression to the second • Organisational change year of the MBA at the University of Entry Requirements • Financial management Huddersfield. • A degree, or a Level 5 management • Human resource planning qualification and appropriate • Strategic marketing managerial experience • Strategic performance management • Mature students who have significant • Conducting a strategic managerial experience, but lack the management project formal qualifications, will complete a For the Extended Diploma you will need to pre-entry assessment achieve 66 credits, and for the Diploma, 39 • All students will need appropriate credits. For the Certificate you must achieve levels of English and Maths 13 credits (a minimum of 3 units), and for the Award, 6 credits (1 unit).

118 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Marketing - Professional Courses

fc Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Certificate in Marketing

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The CIM Certificate provides a useful Learning will take many formats including > 2 years introduction to marketing covering a broad formal lectures, group discussions and > Part-time: 1 evening per week range of disciplines - ideal if you are in a presentations, case studies, practical junior position or are looking to enhance exercises and further reading. The course > Apply direct to College your credentials. will be offered through a blended learning To develop your practice, skills and approach. knowledge, modules cover a broad range of Assessment will be continuous in the Entry Requirements topics including: form of assignments, case studies and • 2 A Levels, or • Essentials of marketing examinations. • A general degree, or • Assessing the marketing environment What’s next? • Marketing information and research • CIM Introductory Certificate in This qualification will confirm your • Stakeholder marketing Marketing Level 2 or 3, or commitment to marketing and willingness • NVQ or SVQ Level 3, or to develop your skills. • International Baccalaureate It provides the foundation for progression to the Professional Diploma in Marketing • All students will need appropriate (pathway available at Wakefield College). levels of English and Maths

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fc Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Professional Diploma in Marketing

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 This qualification is ideal for marketers You will learn through interactive sessions > 2 years who are concerned with managing the which will include formal lectures, > Part-time: 1 evening per week marketing process at an operational level, as presentations, group work, IT based material well as those who are looking to build on the and the discussion of current marketing > Apply direct to College knowledge gained at Professional Certificate practice through case studies and self- level with a future marketing management directed study. The course will be offered role in mind. through a blended learning approach. Entry Requirements You will learn how to write and execute You will be assessed through a combination • CIM Certificate in Marketing or a marketing plan, as well as develop of examinations and assignments. Marketing Practice, or operational skills and competencies through units in: What’s next? • A Marketing or Business degree where This course will further your career in at least one third of the credits are in • The marketing planning process, marketing management as well as provide Marketing, or • Delivering customer value through marketing the opportunity for further study toward • Edexcel (BTEC) HNC/HND in any • Project management in marketing the Professional Postgraduate Diploma in subject, or Marketing. • Managing marketing • NVQ or SVQ Level 3 Marketing, or Level 4 in any subject, or • 3 years' marketing management experience • All students will need appropriate levels of English and Maths

120 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Purchasing and Supply - Professional Courses

fc Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The award of Chartered Institute of Teaching will take a variety of formats > Flexible duration - modular Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) membership including formal lectures, individual and > Part-time: 1 afternoon and/ is the hallmark of the professionally group presentations, workshops, research or evening per week qualified in this sector. It is increasingly tasks, guest speakers and exhibitions and being demanded by employers as a key to there will be some blended learning. > Apply direct to College appointment and promotion. Holders of the Examinations for the different modules take Professional Diploma are entitled to full CIPS place in November, March and May. membership and to use the letters MCIPS Entry Requirements after their name. What’s next? • 2 subjects at GCE A Level, plus To achieve this, students need to complete, Progression is the CIPS Advanced Diploma in • 3 additional subjects at GCSE grade either by examination or approved Procurement and Supply. exemption, the Diploma, Advanced and A*-C or equivalent, or Professional Diplomas. • Any professional qualifications The Diploma consists of five deemed by the Institute to be compulsory units: equivalent or in advance of the above, • Contexts of procurement and supply plus • Business needs in procurement and supply • Appropriate levels of English • Sourcing in procurement and supply and Maths • Negotiating and contracting in procurement and supply • Managing contracts and relationships in procurement and supply

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fc Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 6 The award of Chartered Institute of Teaching will take a variety of formats > Flexible duration - modular Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) membership including formal lectures, individual and > Part-time: 1 afternoon and/or is the hallmark of the professionally group presentations, workshops, research evening per week qualified in this sector. It is increasingly tasks, guest speakers and exhibitions. The being demanded by employers as a key to course will be offered through a blended > Apply direct to College appointment and promotion. Holders of the learning approach. Graduate Diploma are entitled to full CIPS Examinations for the different modules take membership and to use the letters MCIPS place in November, March and May. Entry Requirements after their name. • CIPS Advanced Diploma in To achieve this, students need to complete, What’s next? Procurement and Supply, plus either by examination or approved You could progress to a variety of master’s exemption, the Diploma, Advanced and degrees in areas around procurement, • 2 subjects at GCE A Level, plus Professional Diplomas. logistics and supply chain management. • 3 additional subjects at GCSE grade The Professional Diploma consists of three A*-C or equivalent, or compulsory units: • Any professional qualifications • Leadership in procurement and supply deemed by the Institute to be • Corporate and business strategy equivalent or in advance of the above, • Strategic supply chain management plus Plus two optional units from: • Appropriate levels of English • Supply chain diligence and Maths • Programme and project management • Legal aspects in procurement and supply

122 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Purchasing and Supply - Professional Courses

fc Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

> Wakefield City Campus What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 The award of Chartered Institute of Teaching will take a variety of formats > Flexible duration - modular Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) membership including formal lectures, individual and > Part-time: 1 afternoon and/or is the hallmark of the professionally group presentations, workshops, research evening per week depending on qualified in this sector. It is increasingly tasks, guest speakers and exhibitions. The being demanded by employers as a key to course will be offered through a blended module chosen appointment and promotion. Holders of the learning approach. > Apply direct to College Graduate Diploma are entitled to full CIPS Examinations for the different modules take membership and to use the letters MCIPS place in November, March and May. after their name. Entry Requirements To achieve this, students need to complete, What’s next? • CIPS Diploma in Procurement and either by examination or approved Progression is to the Professional Diploma in Supply, plus exemption, the Diploma, Advanced and Procurement and Supply. Professional Diplomas. • 2 subjects at GCE A Level, plus The Advanced Diploma consists of three • 3 additional subjects at GCSE grade compulsory units: A*-C or equivalent, or • Management in procurement and supply • Any professional qualifications • Managing risks in supply chains deemed by the Institute to be • Improving the competitiveness of equivalent or in advance of the supply chains above, plus Plus two optional units from: • Appropriate levels of English • Category management in procurement and Maths and supply • Sustainability in supply chains • Operations management in supply chains

Course Information 01924 789111 / wakefield.ac.uk/he 123 I work as a Quality and Training Officer for Barnsley Council. To safeguard my career prospects I decided to gain a Level 4 qualification in Learning and Development and looked around at various providers. I chose Wakefield College on the recommendation of colleagues and because the course at Wakefield seemed the best fit with my job role. I can’t speak too highly of my Assessor. She was friendly and approachable, gave invaluable feedback and had a gift for making difficult concepts easy to understand. I didn’t have to attend College - she came to my workplace for meetings and based a lot of my work around assignments. I hadn’t studied for a number of years, but my Assessor made the task much less daunting than it might have been." Carol Beaumont Diploma in Learning and Development

Work-Based Learning

124 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 > City & Guilds Award in Learning and Development > City & Guilds Level 4 Qualifications in Quality Assurance > Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) NVQ Diploma in Management > Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Full course details and Wakefield College offers courses at Higher Education level module information which are designed for people who are already working in wakefield.ac.uk/he their chosen field and wish to gain qualifications without To talk about a course or interrupting their careers. These courses include Higher entry qualifications Apprenticeships which allow those progressing through the T: 01924 789111 apprenticeship route to study at Higher Education level.

> Programmes tailored to suit your job role and career aspirations > Flexible delivery to meet your requirements > Assessor support in the workplace

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fc City & Guilds Award in Learning and Development

> Wakefield City Campus/Workplace What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 4 The mandatory unit is: You will receive individual coaching > 4 – 8 months • Principles, theories and practices of and support that will enable you to > Part-time: individual attendance learning and development (six credits) put together a portfolio of evidence to and support programmes agreed You must also achieve a further six credits demonstrate your competence in Learning and Development practice. at induction by choosing from the following six units: You will be assessed using a variety of > College attendance and workplace • Identify learning needs of organisations methods including professional discussion, observation required • Develop learning and development programmes verbal questions and answers, and > Apply direct to College observation of you working with your • Evaluate and improve learning and learners by your tutor. development provision • Provide leadership and direction for own Entry Requirements What’s next? area of responsibility • Employment in an appropriate job role The Award can be topped up to achieve the • Plan, allocate and monitor work in own full Diploma which is an ideal qualification to collect a portfolio of evidence, plus area of responsibility for advanced practitioners wishing to move • Appropriate levels of literacy and • Manage the achievement of customer into training management roles. numeracy satisfaction The choices you make will be guided by the content of your role and your tutor will support you in making the best choices to meet your needs.

126 Higher Education Prospectus 2015 Learning and Development - Work-Based Courses

fc City & Guilds Level 4 Qualifications in Quality Assurance

> Wakefield City Campus/Workplace What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > 4 - 8 months per qualification This suite of qualifications replaces the You will receive individual coaching > Part-time: work-based previous V1 internal verifier award. They and support that will enable you to put > Apply direct to College reflect the quality assurance of assessment together a portfolio of evidence to prove processes and practice of qualifications your competence in internal quality within the Qualifications and Credit assurance practice. Framework (QCF) and provide practitioners You will be assessed by a variety of methods, Entry Requirements with recognition, through qualification, of including professional discussion, verbal • Practitioners need to be working with excellence in quality assurance practice. questions and answers, as well as an assessors in a centre or organisation The Level 4 qualifications for Quality observation by your tutor of you working in a role which will allow them to Assurance consist of three separate with your learners. demonstrate practical competencies qualifications: • Level 4 Award in Understanding the What’s next? Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment These are essential qualifications for anyone Processes and Practice conducting internal quality assurance • Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality of assessment processes and practice, Assurance of Assessment Processes and or wishing to quality assure vocational Practice qualifications accredited within the QCF • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal framework, and who does not hold the D34 Quality Assurance of Assessment or V1 (with proof of currency). Processes and Practice

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Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) NVQ Diploma in Management

> Work-based What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 This course has been developed for Your NVQ assessor will work with you to > Part-time: 12 – 18 months managers who have responsibility for plan and assess your practical work in the > Assessor contact every 4 – 6 weeks allocating work, resource management, workplace. controlling limited financial budgets and > Apply direct to College You will submit a portfolio of work-based contributing to wider activities such as evidence, which will include reports of change programmes. events, witness testimonies and other You will study four mandatory units: relevant documentation. Entry Requirements • Development and implementation of • Employment in a managerial role – operational plans What’s next? suitability for the course to be assessed • Working productively with stakeholders The qualification will provide career by an NVQ assessor, plus • Providing leadership and direction enhancement opportunities through demonstrating your willingness to develop. • Appropriate levels of English • Planning change There is the option to progress to further and Maths You will then choose from a range of higher level ILM qualifications. optional units to find the best fit for your own job role.

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Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

> Work-based What you will study How you will learn and be assessed > Level 5 Enabling you to build on your managerial The award is based on work-based > Flexible delivery planned around and care competencies, or gain recognition performance. Your Assessor will work with your requirements for existing skills, the Diploma allows you to you to plan and assess your practical skills in > Regular meetings with your follow one of six pathways, depending upon the workplace. The bulk of your learning will your background within Health and Social therefore be in the workplace, but training Assessor either in your workplace Care. These include children and young and support will be provided at College to or at College people's residential management, children ensure that you are meeting the required > Apply direct to College and young people's management, children standard. and young people's advanced practice, You will be required to compile a portfolio adults' residential management, adults' of evidence of your competence and Entry Requirements management, and adults' advanced practice. knowledge, which your Assessor will help • Employment in a supervisory role Core units of study are shared by all you to prepare. pathways: within the health and social care sector • Using and developing systems that What’s next? • Appropriate levels of English promote communication You are likely to be an assistant or deputy and Maths • Promoting professional development manager involved in running a facility • Championing equality, diversity and providing services for vulnerable children, inclusion adults or both. The Diploma could take your career in a new direction within adult or • Developing health and safety and risk children's care services. It will confirm that management policies, procedures and you have the necessary competence to run practices in health and social care or a care centre or nursing home, and is also children and young people's settings relevant to a wide range of other health and • Working in partnership in health and social care settings. social care, and children and young people's settings Further study may include foundation degrees and other Higher Education courses.

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