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Read more at CertHE FdA or FdSc Art & Design Media Contents www.southessex.ac.uk A Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) Foundation degrees (FdA or FdSc) aim to Costume Construction (ROH)* 6 Computer Games Design 34 Courses 6 - 66 /higher-education is awarded after successfully completing provide knowledge in a subject that enables Fashion Design 8 Creative Writing for Media 36 one year of full-time study at a university the holder to go on to employment or further Fashion, Communication and Marketing 10 Digital Animation 38 Higher Education 68 or other higher education institution, study in that field. Foundation degree holders Fine Art 12 Journalism 40 or two years of part-time study. often top-up to a full Honours Degree award. Graphic Design 14 Music Performance, Why choose Interior Design 16 Production & Composition 42 South Essex College? 70 DipHE HNC and HND Photography 18 Music Production 44 Performance (Acting) 46 Essex 72 A Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) is Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Business Performance (Dance) 48 awarded after two years of full-time study. The Higher National Diplomas (HND) are job- Production for The Forum 73 Diploma certifies that a student has achieved related qualifications. HNCs and HNDs are a Business Studies 20 Live Performance and Events 50 a minimum standard for 2nd Year courses. mix of academic and hands-on practical and Television Production and Screen Media 52 Southend & Thurrock 74 vocational learning that will develop the skills Construction BA (Hons) you need in the workplace. If completed, the Science Fees and funding 76 HNC can be topped up to an HND, which Construction and the Built Environment 22 A Bachelor of Arts BA (Hons) is a bachelor’s can lead to the third year of a degree. Applied Biology 54 Accommodation 77 degree awarded for an undergraduate course or Engineering Criminology & Forensic Investigation 56 programme that follows a humanities curriculum. Entry requirements 78 General Engineering 24 Sport BSc (Hons) FAQ 79 Health and Social Care Sports Studies 58 A Bachelor of Science BSc (Hons) is a bachelor’s International students 80 degree awarded for an undergraduate course or Counselling 26 Teaching programme in science-based or technical studies. Social Studies 28 Supporting your success 81 Certificate in Education Hospitality (Learning & Skills sector) 60 Student Union 82 Early Years Education 62 Hospitality Management 30 Professional Graduate Certificate University of Essex 83 in Education (Learning & Skills sector) 64 Information Technology Special Education Studies 66 Open Events 84
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Page 4 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 5 Art & Design Costume Construction (Royal Opera House) The College plans to offer this course in Sept 2015 and is currently seeking a validating partner. This course will therefore be subject to outline approval and subsequent validation. Please call us on 0845 52 12345 for further details and the most up-to-date information.
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A unique opportunity in Year one: the first year of the Areas of study: costume Teaching methods: you You will need a minimum of partnership with the Royal course will introduce you to construction, costume will have a timetable of 160 UCAS points from one Opera House. Combining concepts of pattern cutting design, work placement and approximately 13 hours per or more of the following: all the expected areas of (2D) and garment production costume conservation. week, but will be expected to study with the additional techniques, costume design devote 40 hours per week to • at least two A-levels benefits of working alongside and textiles design process, Year three: in your final your studies. This means that • BTEC Level 3 Extended professionals from one of which will equip you with year you will consolidate the majority of your work will Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary the most prestigious theatres the foundation for study your learning and identify be self-directed with technical Diploma/Certificate [QCF] in the world. The course in years two and three. an area of personal research support available, enabling • BTEC National Award/ emphasises the cut and Underpinning this critical through a self-directed brief. you to work independently Certificate/Diploma [NQF]
Costume Construction (ROH) construction techniques for knowledge will be thorough You will undertake a final and take responsibility • International Baccalaureate costume in the following areas: theoretical and cultural project which is supported your own progress. • AQA Baccalaureate performance art, theatre, research and referencing skills. by a written element and a • Progression Diploma opera, dance, music, musical visual portfolio of work. The course is taught through • Advanced Diploma theatre, film and television. Areas of study: costume a series of projects, mainly • you will also need English Work-related learning is construction, textiles for By this stage of the course, practical subjects in costume and maths GCSE at grade uppermost and includes costume design, costume you will have gained a construction and design, with C or above OR Level live projects, competitions, design and costume in context. good understanding of the main emphasis on the cut 2 equivalent (such as vocational projects and work your particular skills and and production of garments. functional skills/learn direct) experience placements. Year two: expanding on areas of interest within The curriculum is supported by Visits are organised to your learning in the first year, costume production. Guest critical and theoretical study. You must also demonstrate exhibitions, galleries and further 2D pattern cutting is speakers, visiting lecturers your suitability for the professional studios. explored alongside 3D pattern and professional development Assessment methods: course via a portfolio-based cutting and draping on the workshops and seminars will you will be assessed on interview. Portfolios should The course includes workshops stand. You will also explore also help prepare you for the individual and group projects include examples of recent from professionals from the advanced costume construction transition into a career in the encompassing construction project work and may Royal Opera House, giving and interpretation for costume, industry. The year culminates in work and realisation of design, reference a variety of media. you real industry practice. alongside work placement a final year degree show which historical context, presentations The course leaders also work and costume conservation. allows you to showcase your and written essays. These Mature students with with local employers to You are encouraged to work and demonstrate your assignments are designed relevant work experience ensure that students gain a develop your own areas own qualities in the context to give you relevant work may be offered a place on broad understanding of the of independent research of the creative industry. experience, and to help you the course purely on the creative industries to enhance through open-ended briefs. build a professional portfolio strength of their portfolio employment prospects. The Areas of study: final major that will help you secure and relevant experience. course will be delivered from Opportunities for ‘live’ project – self directed, an graduate employment. specialist workshops in the project briefs with industry academic piece of writing What can I do new Costume Centre at partners, the chance to enter and professional practice. after this? the High House Production national and international Park in Purfleet, the first competitions, and further Students will graduate with national centre of excellence educational visits are an a range of diverse career for technical and backstage integral part of the course. options which include costume skills which is also home construction, costume for to the Backstage Centre film, TV and theatre, costume and Acme Studios High conservation and textiles, House Artists’ Studios. wardrobe consultancy. There are also opportunities for postgraduate studies.
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Course code: CertHE W232, DipHE W233, BA (Hons) W220 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
The UK fashion industry Year one: the first year of the Areas of study: creative Teaching methods: you For BA (Hons) you will need consists of over 800,000 course will introduce you to pattern cutting, advanced will have a timetable of 160 UCAS points from one people. This programme concepts of design, pattern design application, fashion approximately 13 hours per or more of the following: will provide you with the cutting (2D) and garment illustration, computer aided week, but will be expected to skills necessary to enter this production techniques that manufacturing - Geber devote 40 hours per week to • at least two A-levels
Fashion Design exciting and lucrative industry. will give you the foundation technology, cultural and your studies. This means that • BTEC Level 3 Extended Graduates can go into design, you need as preparation for contemporary practice. the majority of your work will Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary pattern cutting, production, study in years two and three. be self-directed, enabling you Diploma/Certificate [QCF] buying, merchandising, Underpinning this critical Year three: in your final to work independently and in • BTEC National Award/ styling, retail management knowledge will be thorough year you will consolidate control of your own progress. Certificate/Diploma [NQF] and garment technology. theoretical and cultural your learning and identify • International Baccalaureate research and referencing skills. an area of personal research The course is taught through • AQA Baccalaureate The College has design and through a self-directed brief. a series of projects including • Progression Diploma print studios and a computer Areas of study: design The production of a final practical subjects in fashion • Advanced Diploma design suite. You will work in practice, pattern cutting, collection is supported by a textile design with an • you will also need English a specialist fashion studio with garment construction, fabric resourcing module and a emphasis on the design and and maths GCSE at grade industry-standard equipment digital application, cultural dissertation. In this culminating production of garments. The C or above OR Level and contemporary studies, period of the programme, curriculum is supported by 2 equivalent (such as Our staff are experienced drawing techniques. you will develop a firm critical and theoretical study. functional skills/learndirect artists, designers or makers, understanding of your position Alumni • portfolio-based interview. and are well supported Year two: expanding on within the discipline of fashion Assessment methods: Examples of recent project by our technical staff. The your learning in the first year, design. Guest speakers, visiting individual and group projects Hannah Messent work which reference a campus also accommodates further 2D pattern cutting is lecturers and professional encompassing design work I graduated from South Essex variety of media. artists-in-residence who explored, alongside 3D pattern development workshops and and realisation, presentations, College with a first class degree work closely with students cutting and draping on the seminars help to prepare you business reports and written in Fashion Design and on Mature students may to offer their creative and stand. You will also explore for starting a career in the essays. These assignments are leaving I completed internships be offered a place on the professional experience. advanced garment production industry. The year culminates in designed to give you relevant at Religion and Miss Selfridge. programme purely on the techniques alongside fashion a final year degree show which work experience, and to strength of their portfolio You will be encouraged to illustration and CAD and allows you to showcase your help you build a professional I got my first full-time design and relevant experience. take part in student design you are encouraged to work and demonstrate your portfolio that will help you assistant role at a tailoring and competitions such as Royal develop your own areas own qualities in the context secure graduate employment. outwear suppliers and then What can I do Society for the Encouragement of independent research of the fashion industry. went on to freelance work for after this? of Arts (RSA) and as part through open-ended briefs. a womenswear Jersey and Print of the studies, all final year Areas of study: final major suppliers. I have progressed Graduates are currently students take part in a degree Opportunities for ‘live’ project – self directed, an from junior to senior designer. working as fashion designers, show exhibiting their work in project briefs, including the academic dissertation, production assistants, assistant London. Visits are organised chance to enter national and professional practice. Because I am freelance I have buyers, and teachers. You to exhibitions, galleries and international competitions, the freedom and flexibility will be equipped to work in professional studios to provide are included, as well as further to do projects and jobs roles such as designer, buyer, exposure to industry practice. educational visits. Specialist that excite me. The College merchandiser, illustrator, Guest speakers are also modules introduce computer- gave me a good grounded colourist, journalist or stylist. invited onto campus. In year aided manufacture, using knowledge of everything that More diverse careers include two students visit Premiere industry-standard Gerber goes into making a garment, wardrobe consultancy, Vision in Paris, and other pattern cutting software. from design to finish and costume for film, TV and international trips are available. allowed me to grow as a theatre, or interior design. designer and a person whilst You could also progress to learning the skills I needed. postgraduate studies.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 8 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 9 Art & Design Fashion, Communication and Marketing Course code: FdA WN25, BA (Hons) WN2M Venue: Southend Campus Duration: FdA Two years (full-time), BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
The FdA course, which offers Year one: the first year offers Previous projects include Teaching methods: modules For the FdA you will need 40 the option to top-up to a you the opportunity to develop the creation of short films, are delivered through a variety UCAS points, made up from: full BA (Hons), recognises skills in visual communication, designing a magazine, of methods of teaching and and embraces the changing fashion photography, web design and creating learning. These will include: • A-levels, preferably technologies in fashion’s visual styling, promotion through promotional materials and in art and design communication and marketing media development and products using styling and • technical demonstrations • BTEC National Diploma with areas. You will develop an fashion illustration. photography, some of - designed to provide a minimum of pass profile understanding of marketing which have been directly essential inductions to • Access to Higher Education and promotion, how to place Projects will take the form linked to students’ work fashion, print and graphics Alumni Diploma Level 3 with concepts in the market place of ‘live’ project briefs set placement modules. resources and to support the a 60% pass rate through marketing strategies, by industry or national acquisition of essential skills Bex Koppit • Higher National Diploma develop a personal signature competitions, all of which are Areas of study: events • small group teaching - I did my BTEC in fashion (for possible direct within illustration, expand your underpinned by theoretical organising, cultural context, studio based group sessions and clothing and then entry onto year two) skills through both written and and cultural research and digital solutions and marketing which are led by a tutor a BA degree in fashion • Foundation Diploma in
Fashion, Communication and Marketing visual information and gain an referencing. Intellectual and strategies, work placement, • group ‘crits’ - will usually communication and marketing Art and Design Level 4 understanding of competitors cognitive skills are fostered personally directed project. occur towards the end of a at South Essex College. • other qualifications nationally and internationally. through seminars, tutorials and module before assessment will be considered on group discussion, encouraging Year three: this optional • individual tutorials - the Straight from College I went an individual basis creative thought and practice. top-up year is devoted to two tutor will ask key questions on to design for a clothing major tasks: the production of regarding your project company called The Ragged If you are a mature You will also have the a substantial piece of academic and offer advice and Priest and I am now their head student and have worked opportunity to discuss key writing (the dissertation) and suggestions regarding designer. My job entails trend independently for a significant design issues, concepts and your final major project. future development prediction/analysis, design, period, we may be able to the principles of design • independent research and fabric sourcing, overseeing offer you a place on the texts and materials. In this culminating period studio practice - during the product development, costing Fashion Communication and of the programme, you module you will be expected & sales analysis and managing Marketing programme purely Areas of study: cultural are expected to attain a to follow up on suggestions a design team across different on the strength your portfolio context, fashion illustration maturity within your practice regarding project direction product areas including interview. In addition, you and photography, visual and demonstrate a firm menswear, womenswear and will also need GCSE grade C communication, fashion media, understanding of your Assessment methods: accessories. I have been lucky or above (or equivalent) in fashion styling, marketing. position within the discipline, coursework is assessed in enough to have my designs English and maths. You are this is also supported by a a range of different ways worn by the likes of Rihanna, also expected to demonstrate a Year two: the second year will professional studies module. in order to accommodate a Beyonce and Jessie J. portfolio of work at interview. expand on the skills gained The final year degree show variety of learning styles and in the previous year and is designed to provide you aptitudes, including portfolio I loved my tutors at the What can I do introduce new subjects such as with the opportunity to and sketchbook submissions, College, and really felt that after this? organising events, marketing demonstrate your own group presentations, written they helped to nurture strategy, digital solutions and qualities as professional essays and research folders. my skills into something Having developed your work placement, which will be fashion communicators I can actually utilise. intellectual curiosity, creativity attached to ‘live’ project briefs. to the wider world. and imagination, you will My time at South Essex College be equipped for diverse and The skills you learn will enable Areas of study: dissertation, was invaluable to me. If you exciting careers within fashion you to identify an area of study contemporary practice, want to get taught by people photography, styling, graphic to develop for a personally- final major project, external who genuinely care about design, buying, fashion directed project. sourcing, marketing, what you want to do and who marketing and promotion. professional development. you want to be then South Essex College is for you.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
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Course code: CertHE W101, DipHE W102, BA (Hons) W100 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Fine artists continually Year one: the first year is In addition, you will research Modules are delivered For BA (Hons) you will need challenge ideas, inviting designed to allow you to and actively work towards through presentations, 160 UCAS points from one society to broaden its attitudes engage with the culture of pursuing a career in your essays, group critiques, peer or more of the following: Fine Art and encourage a healthy higher education and to chosen field through the reviews, practical workshops, level of debate and change. equip you with the practical development of an effective demonstrations, group visits, • at least two A-levels This programme provides and conceptual skills and the portfolio of work. Finally, you guest speakers, individual • BTEC Level 3 Extended graduates with a broad awareness to develop your will also produce a strategic tutorials and self directed study. Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary knowledge of fine art across own creative identity. You will professional development Diploma/Certificate [QCF] a range of mediums from be encouraged to develop plan and participate in The degree is assessed via a • BTEC National Award/ painting, drawing, sculpture, experimental, reflective and work experience. range of practical, written and Certificate/Diploma [NQF] and printmaking, to video, enquiring approaches to oral coursework assignments. • International Baccalaureate performance and photography. your work. You will also be Areas of study: studio • AQA Baccalaureate introduced to the relevant practice, site-specific • Progression Diploma You will benefit from visiting cultural and historical contexts artwork, curatorial skills • Advanced Diploma artists and guest speakers between theory and practice. and professional practice. • English and maths GCSE and a range of work-related at grade C or above OR projects with local museums, Areas of study: painting, Year three: your final year Level 2 equivalent (such as galleries and voluntary drawing, printmaking, video, is dedicated to two major Alumni functional skills/learndirect) organisations. In addition, photography, sculpture, tasks: the production of you also get the opportunity installation, contextual studies. your dissertation and the Hazel Sankey Portfolio based interview: to organise and participate development of studio work I studied for a degree in fine Examples of recent project in public art exhibitions. Year two: you will gain a for your final major project. art and have gone on to get work that may reference greater flexibility in choosing The final year degree show is a job as an art technician a variety of media such as the direction of your own designed to provide you with at Westcliff High School for drawing, painting, print, work in studio practice and a platform to demonstrate Girls. In my second year of the photography, 3D, mixed will be looking to develop a your own qualities as a degree I got involved with TAP media and digital work. successful personal working professional artist or curator. (an art gallery in Southend) and Sketchbooks and a written methodology in preparation after graduating I was taken on document such as an essay for your final year major Areas of study: dissertation as project manager and then should also be included. project and your dissertation. and final major project. I was made gallery manager. Large-scale work should be documented photographically. You will also look at and As gallery manager at TAP consider areas and materials I help prepare the gallery If you are a mature student of increasing complexity. and installations. I also deal we may be able to offer you with the logistics of what a place on the programme Site-specific artwork will work is coming in and help purely on the strength of challenge your perceptions facilitate on how what work your portfolio interview of artistic production and will work in what space. and relevant experience. you will be encouraged to examine the many ways in South Essex College is great What can I do which an artist can engage for mature students. Higher after this? with the wider public. education is a great way to prove to yourself that you Graduates have gone on to can still learn and embrace work as freelance artists, your talent. It made me art teachers, curators, art realise that you are never too critics, gallery directors old or too young to learn. and video editors.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
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Course code: CertHE W214, DipHE W215, BA (Hons) W210 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Trained graphic designers Year one: in the first year Areas of study: typography, Teaching methods: modules For BA (Hons) you will need interpret cultural, political, of the programme you will digital and experimental are delivered through a variety 160 UCAS points from one expressive, informational and engage with your degree- design solutions and 3D of methods of teaching and or more of the following: strategic needs and produce level studies and develop design to develop responses learning. These will include: visual communications your practical and technical to industry-led briefs and • at least two A-levels
Graphic Design solutions for use in advertising, skills through exploration and student award competitions. • technical demonstrations • BTEC Level 3 Extended corporate communications, experimentation. You will You will also explore web, – designed to provide Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary magazine design, publishing, get an overview of graphic print and exhibition design essential inductions to print Diploma/Certificate [QCF] web design and more. This design that will enable you as well as illustration, critical and graphics resources and • BTEC National Award/ broad-based degree will to define the ‘fit’ for your context studies, professional to support the acquisition Certificate/Diploma [NQF] introduce you to the role of work. Seminars, lectures and practice and industry research. of essential skills • International Baccalaureate the professional designer group tutorials also introduce • small group teaching - • AQA Baccalaureate through both digital and you to the theoretical, Year three: the final year studio based group sessions • Progression Diploma traditional graphic design cultural and historical of the course focuses on which are led by a tutor • Advanced Diploma mediums and is carefully contexts of graphic design. developing your design • group crits – will usually • you will also need English designed to develop the core portfolio in preparation for occur towards the end of a and maths GCSE at grade skills and mind-set required Areas of study: illustration, making the transition to module before assessment C or above OR Level for professional practice. photography, typography, employment. During this year • individual tutorials – The 2 equivalent (such as printmaking, design for print you will focus on two major tutor will ask key questions functional skills/learndirect) The strength of this course and digital mediums such projects: the production of a regarding your project lies in its industry contacts, as book covers, posters, substantial piece of academic and offer advice and You will also be required from our extensive programme digital and display design. writing (the dissertation) suggestions regarding to undertake a portfolio- of visiting guest lecturers to and a final major project. future development based interview. Portfolios exciting ‘live’ project briefs set Year two: in the second • independent research and should include examples of by experts from prestigious year you will consider The final year degree studio practice – during recent project work and may companies such as Universal visual meanings in more shows provide you with the the module students are reference a variety of media. Studios and Penguin UK. You sophisticated terms through opportunity to meet industry expected to follow up will benefit from class trips to self-directed study modules professionals who hire on suggested directions If you are a mature student Europe and the opportunity that will challenge you to graduate graphic designers. regarding project direction we may be able to offer you to participate in professional identify your key interests There are also opportunities for Alumni a place on the programme design events and shows. and devise ways to tailor your reflective study to help you fill Assessment methods: purely on the strength of skills to further develop your in any gaps in your knowledge. Coursework is assessed in Phil Steed your portfolio interview professional practice. During a range of different ways I gained a first class honours and relevant experience. the summer at the end of Areas of study: industry- in order to accommodate a degree in Graphic Design year two you will apply for led student competitions, variety of learning styles and from South Essex College. I What can I do consideration for a two-week dissertation, studio led aptitudes including portfolio have my own design company after this? internship with participating and self-directed projects, and sketchbook submissions, and worked while I studied. studios and employers. participation in degree shows, group presentations, written Many of our graduates find professional promotion essays and research folders. I primarily work in the employment with design and application of ideas. corporate communications studios or set up as freelance industry and have won various designers for design studios, awards in my industry. I made advertising agencies, lots of new friends at the publishing houses, printing College and I received a good firms or web and digital design education, It was good because studios. Others choose to it was local which gave me further their studies through time to work and study. postgraduate education.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
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Course code: CertHE W251, DipHE W252, BA (Hons) W250 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Interior Design is concerned Year one: the subjects studied of CAD drawing and you will have a timetable of For BA (Hons) you will need with the creative construction in the first year form a firm visualisation software. approximately 13 hours per 160 UCAS points from one and organisation of space foundation for the specialist week but will be expected or more of the following: and 3D objects that fill our subjects studied during years ‘Live’ projects with industry to devote 40 hours per everyday environments. two and three. You will learn contacts enrich the curriculum, week to your studies. • at least two A-levels
Interior Design These 3D & spatial designers core skills in technical drawing giving you invaluable • BTEC Level 3 Extended bridge the gap between town and visual research, including experience, such as designing The course is delivered Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary planners and architects and photography and digital for a retail environment and largely in practical design Diploma/Certificate [QCF] the communities who live and manipulation techniques, a trade show stand, and centres, drawing studios and • BTEC National Award/ work within designed spaces. plus 3D model-making and working with graphic design 3D workshops, with staff Certificate/Diploma [NQF] construction techniques. students on a fast food frequently working with you • International Baccalaureate This course offers strong kiosk. You will also consider individually, helping you to Alumna • AQA Baccalaureate industry links with a The projects you will undertake your dissertation proposal. develop your own unique • Progression Diploma programme of exciting ‘live’ during year one teach the design style and identity. Natalie Holmes • Advanced Diploma projects and opportunities for desired skills in a variety of Areas of study: retail design, I did a BA (Hons) at South Essex • you will also need English work placements which often creative contexts and allow exhibition design, industry Assessment methods: you College and before I graduated and maths GCSE at grade result in job offers at the end you to gain confidence in research and professional will create a range of individual I happened to go into a kitchen C or above OR Level of the programme. Students the development, fabrication development, cultural context, and group projects to provide design shop and told them that 2 equivalent (such as will work in two and three and communication of interior model-making, you with relevant experiences I was about to finish college functional skills/learndirect) dimensions and have a passion your design ideas. building conversion and of work and help you build and was looking for work. for creative problem solving. adaptation, literature reviews an impressive professional You will also be required to You will develop technical and dissertation proposals. portfolio to help you secure At first they said that they demonstrate your suitability for drawing skills using CAD and graduate employment. didn’t need anyone, but as I the programme via a portfolio practice image manipulation Year three: this is the most left someone ran after me and based interview. Portfolios using Photoshop and 3DS challenging year as you within ten minutes I had a job! should include examples of Max. You will also study showcase your individual recent project work and may observational drawing, model creative skills in a final major I have been working for reference a variety of media. making, report writing and project that aligns with your State Line Kitchens in conduct industry research. interests on the course. This Southend as their main If you are a mature comprises a feasibility report designer for three years. student and have worked Areas of study: technical outlining initial research and independently for a significant drawing and materials planning, a design portfolio The tutors at College are period, we may be able to offer processes, visual research, and presentation portfolio absolutely amazing and they you a place on the programme design concepts and principles, which culminate in the degree encouraged me to stay on purely on the strength of construction technology, 3D show in which you present and study for my degree. your portfolio interview and spatial design studies. your work in an exhibition. They taught me about and relevant experience. Through the planning and timescales and working to Year two: this year refines production of this final project, a deadline which has been What can I do the skills learnt in year one you have the opportunity to vital in my job now. All the after this? and covers a range of subject focus your academic skills prior computer work we covered specific projects including to entering the workplace. I use every day in my job. Find employment through work retail, exhibition and restaurant experience or the contacts design. Model-making Areas of study: dissertation, I absolutely loved my made on the course. The range underpins the practical final major project comprising time at South Essex of graduate career destinations processes, whilst a strong a feasibility report, College, the teachers did is diverse, from working emphasis is placed on the use architectural model-making, everything they could to as designers to property professional practice. make sure I succeeded. development and construction.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
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Course code: CertHE 643, DipHE W641, BA (Hons) W642 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This programme will give Year one: an introduction into practitioners that interest Teaching and learning is For BA (Hons) you will need you broad knowledge and to photography and its key you. You can undertake work delivered through lectures, 160 UCAS points from one experience of advertising concepts, themes, genres and experience and explore your demonstrations, workshops, or more of the following: and editorial photography, approaches. You will receive emerging specialist areas presentations, group critiques,
Photography including stills, animated both practical and theoretical of photographic practice. peer reviews, essays, group • at least two A-levels imagery, video and associated teaching for still and moving visits and field trips, guest • BTEC Level 3 Extended post-production techniques. image lens-based media Areas of study: professional speakers, individual tutorials Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary techniques, alongside historical studies, sound and vision, and self directed study. Diploma/Certificate [QCF] The degree will provide and contemporary appreciation cultural studies, professional • BTEC National Award/ you with the skills to and cultural theory. practice, contemporary You will have the opportunity Certificate/Diploma [NQF] become a confident and photographic practice, to present and discuss your • International Baccalaureate successful contemporary You will acquire an research methodologies work and will receive valuable • AQA Baccalaureate image maker, preparing understanding of how the and dissertation proposal. formative feedback to reflect • Progression Diploma you for a career within advertising, editorial, media upon, prior to submission • Advanced Diploma commercial photography, industry and fine art sector Year three: apply the skills of projects for formal • you will also need English creative media and fine art. work together. You will and ideas you have developed summative assessment. and maths GCSE at grade develop an awareness of in the previous two years. C or above OR Level Our tutors are highly photography and its uses The focus is on developing The degree is assessed via a 2 equivalent (such as experienced with a broad in contemporary media, art independent ventures, range of practical, written and functional skills/learndirect) spread of academic, artistic and society whilst acquiring supporting your final major oral coursework assignments. and vocational experience. skills in communication, project and dissertation. Alumni Applications from mature presentation, team work, students who do not possess Our strong links with local problem-solving, leadership You will complete a substantial Amanda Hughes the entry requirements as photographic studios, design and project management. body of specialist photographic I studied BA Photography and listed above, but who possess agencies, a professional work that will be presented before this HND Photography related professional experience printing lab in London, and Areas of study: photography, in an exhibition and/or at South Essex College or non-standard qualifications, several galleries will enable you time and memory, people publication. You will also work graduating with a 2:1. are welcome. You will need to undertake work experience. and portraiture, still life on producing a professional to demonstrate, by interview, and place, explore and photographic portfolio that I now work for Bonham’s admissions test and/or portfolio The College has a well- experiment, narratives in is to be supported by a auctioneers in Knightsbridge submission, that you are equipped photographic photography, visual persuasion website and other marketing in London where I photograph suitable for the course. studio, professional darkrooms and cultural studies. materials that will help a range of valuable things enabling printing of all camera you secure employment which are brought in by clients What can I do formats and Apple Mac Year two: specialist modules or further your studies. to sell. I mainly photograph after this? suites. You will attend group designed to build upon the paintings by old masters and lectures and screenings in broad practical and theoretical The professional development well known modern artists. I Work as freelancers, artists, the ‘Pod’ lecture theatre. knowledge gained in year module includes a skills audit, also photograph things for the assistant photographers, image one. The focus is on deeper SWOT analysis, personality entertainments department retouching, post-production, You will regularly attend development of ideas and traits profiling and a and photographed Mick photographer’s agents, picture exhibitions in London and have concepts. You will work on thorough exploration of the Jagger’s hair and George researchers and in design or access to a variety of guest ‘live’ projects with clients and roles best-suited to you. Harrison’s leather jacket. My marketing roles. Graduates speakers and educational trips enter national professional degree helped to make me have also worked for within the UK and further photography competitions. Areas of study: research stand out against others and magazines, photo libraries, the afield (Europe and USA). and formative development, showed how committed I was. fashion industry, catalogues, You will explore career dissertation, professional The lecturers treat students as press, music and events. development opportunities development, studio practice, equals, and give one-to-one Some graduates progress and carry out primary research exhibition and portfolio. guidance and feedback. to postgraduate studies.
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Page 18 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 19 Business Business Studies
Course code: CertHE N102, BA (Hons) N100 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Business is a very wide area, The BA (Hons) Business Studies Year two: you will build and There are a variety of methods For BA (Hons) you will need and contains elements such programme is designed to give expand on your learning in on the degree course. In terms 160 UCAS points from one as finance, marketing, human you a solid understanding of the previous year, focusing of summative assessment (this or more of the following: resources, business strategy the subject area in year one. on the use of technology in is formally assessed work that and law. Business knowledge This is built on in year two business, economics, human contributes to your grade) most • at least two A-levels is important because many and by year three you will resources and finance. modules require the submission • BTEC Level 3 Extended Business Studies of us will set up our own be much more independent, of a coursework assignment. Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary business at some stage in our with a greater emphasis Areas of study: business Diploma/Certificate [QCF] lives. You will be studying on discussions rather than research, business finance, In the first year this will form • BTEC National Award/ current business topics and lectures. The dissertation business technology, the majority of marks for the Certificate/Diploma [NQF] issues that emphasise the (double weighted module) in organisational behaviour, modules (between 70% and • International Baccalaureate challenging nature of the year three allows you to choose applied economic theory, 100%), but in year two and • AQA Baccalaureate business environment. a business area that you are entrepreneurship. three they have less weight • Progression Diploma interested in, research into it (60% and 50% respectively). In • Advanced Diploma The aim of this degree is and produce a final document Year three: this is the most year one most modules do not • you will also need English to equip you with a solid of 8,000 words that can be challenging year in terms of have examinations, and none and maths GCSE at grade foundation in business. used to show your capabilities content, and you are expected are worth more than 30%. C or above OR Level Studying business provides when going for interviews. to be more independent than 2 equivalent (such as you with a wide range of in previous years of study. You In years two and three there functional skills/learndirect) opportunities to develop Year one: you will study a will need to be particularly are examinations for the Alumni your analytical skills, broad range of areas that organised and draw on the majority of subjects and they What can I do providing solutions and will give you an insight into skills that you have developed are much more significant in Victor Wei after this? recommendations for business business such as finance, throughout the programme. terms of weight. In year two I studied English as a Foreign problems, often based on human resources, marketing Modules are contemporary examinations are worth 40% Language and IT qualifications Our graduates pursue a live case studies. You will and law. These build firm and allow for wide discussion. and in year three examinations and progressed to a BA (Hons) variety of careers, with many also develop appropriate foundations for the rest of Advanced research are worth 50%. There is in Business Studies all at South working in areas directly IT skills for business. the degree programme, both (management) and the also formative assessment Essex College. I graduated related to their studies such in terms of knowledge and individual project (dissertation) (which does not count with a first-class degree in as accountancy or finance skills development. There allow you to research and towards your final module business and am currently related jobs, marketing, retail, are a number of assessment specialise in a specific element scores). Formative assessment doing an MSc in International human resources, graduate methods ranging from reports of business that you are includes discussions, Business and Entrepreneurship schemes and teaching. and essays to presentations, interested in, with appropriate presentations and seminars. at University of Essex at seminars and examinations. guidance from a supervisor. the Southend Campus. You will be provided with the Throughout your studies you support you need to develop Areas of study: advanced will develop a wide range I am from China and the the skills necessary for success. research, individual of skills and techniques to College helped me to project, business strategy, equip you to achieve. These improve my language skills. Areas of study: managing operations management include skills to improve your The equipment at South people, business law, the and corporate governance. written arguments and your Essex College is absolutely business environment, event performance in examinations. fantastic and the tutors are management, quantitative You will be able to submit knowledgeable and responsible techniques, finance, business one draft assignment for for every student whatever planning and marketing. any written work two weeks their age, ethics or cultural prior to the final deadline, background. I would highly and receive feedback on recommend that students possible improvements. choose South Essex College as their first degree choice.
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Page 20 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 21 Construction Construction and the Built Environment
Course code: HNC 40079 Venue: Thurrock Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £3,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Our Higher National Certificate The HNC Construction and The course is primarily The course is assessed through • BTEC Level 3 Construction (HNC) course allows you to the Built Environment has designed on the general coursework. You will complete • AVCE/GNVQ in a related study whilst employed to mandatory units in design pathway. Alternative pathways assignments that focus on vocational area (Level 3) gain an industry-recognised principles and application, are subject to availability. To the practical application • a GCE A-level with qualification that is accepted science and materials, group pass the course you must of the assessment criteria, strong performance around the world. The HNC project in the construction pass all eight units, including providing a realistic scenario in relevant subjects can be your passport to industry and health, the four core units and four for you to adopt, making • a related Access to Higher advancing your career in safety & welfare. Other specialist units. These modules maximum use of work- Education Certificate the construction industry. units will include applied could relate to architectural related practical experience or other related Level Studying and working at maths and management technology, construction and reflecting typical 3 qualifications the same time will require principles & application. management, surveying or practice in the construction • related work experience good organisational and time civil engineering. The College and built environment. supported by GCSEs at management skills but it allows There is strong emphasis on offers units that will best The HNC is graded pass, grades A*-C or equivalent you to use what you have analysis and evaluation of benefit the students in line merit or distinction. • you will also need English Construction and the Built Environment learned immediately in your subject-specialist concepts with the requirements of and maths GCSE at grade job. You can also bring real-life and procedures. By the end of the construction industry. Recognition of Prior Learning C or above OR Level examples from your work the programme you will have (RPL) is a method of assessment 2 equivalent (such as into the learning environment gained significant sector skills The academic year is split (leading to the award of credit) functional skills/Learndirect) to discuss with your peers. knowledge and competence into two and key dates are that considers whether you to undertake middle to senior contained in the HE year can demonstrate that you Mature students may present The following organisations management responsibilities. planner. Each year consists can meet the assessment a more varied profile to be are amongst the relevant of four units, units are requirements for a unit through presented in a portfolio. This is professional bodies who The qualification has a delivered alongside assessment knowledge, understanding or likely to include extensive paid recognise the Higher Nationals minimum credit value of coursework. You will also skills you already possess and Alumni or unpaid work experience in Construction and the 125 credits. This comprises receive tutorial support so do not need to develop and/or achievement of a range Built Environment and their mandatory core unit value and feedback meetings. through a course of learning. Zoe Kelly of professional qualifications recommended unit structure as of 65 credits and specialist This can be discussed at I studied a part-time in their work sector. qualifications that contribute unit value of 55 credits. the start of the course. Foundation Degree in towards their requirements: Construction Management What can I do and chose South Essex College after this? • Chartered Institute because it is was the only of Architectural college offering the course I Following graduation from Technologists (CIAT) wanted to do. The Thurrock the HNC, you are eligible • Chartered Institute Campus is local to where to progress onto a Higher of Building (CIOB) I live and because I have a National Diploma (HND) or on • Royal Institution of young child I was able to to a full degree programme. Chartered Surveyors (RICS) study part-time and close • Engineering Council (UK) – to home which makes for Standards for Professional a good home and work life Engineering Competence balance. I learned how to do sketch work using software The qualification also meets such as AutoCAD and Google the requirements of the SketchUp. The staff and the Engineering Council (UK) – College were very helpful, even Standards for Professional when I came for my induction Engineering Competence. for the course, I was shown how to use the software.
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Page 22 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 23 Engineering General Engineering
Course code: HNC 35147 Venue: Thurrock Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £3,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Our Higher National Certificate Higher Nationals are designed The HNC General Engineering The course is assessed through The following are accepted: course offers a good balance to provide a specialist has mandatory units in: coursework. You will complete of academic theory and vocational programme, assignments that focus on • BTEC Level 3 Engineering practical industry knowledge linked to professional body • analytical methods the practical application • AVCE/GNVQ in a related which is firmly aligned to your requirements and National • engineering science of the assessment criteria, vocational area (Level 3) job requirements from day Occupational Standards • project design providing a realistic scenario • a GCE A-level with one. Through high-quality where appropriate. They • implementation for you to adopt, making strong performance
General Engineering lectures, case study research offer a strong, sector-related and evaluation maximum use of work-related in relevant subjects and employer-based projects emphasis on practical skills practical experience and • a related Access to Higher you will gain a unique blend development alongside the There is strong emphasis on reflecting typical practice in Education Certificate of general skills along with development of requisite analysis and evaluation of industry. The HNC is graded or other related Level specific industry knowledge knowledge and understanding. subject-specialist concepts pass, merit or distinction. 3 qualifications in the field of engineering. The qualifications provide a and procedures. • related work experience thorough grounding in the Recognition of Prior Learning supported by GCSEs at The ability to study part-time key concepts and practical (RPL) is a method of assessment grades A*-C or equivalent alongside your job, allows you skills required in their (leading to the award of credit) • you will also need English to gain an industry-recognised sector and their national that considers whether you and maths GCSE at grade qualification that is accepted recognition by employers can demonstrate that you C or above OR Level around the world. The HNC allows direct progression. can meet the assessment 2 equivalent (such as becomes your passport to requirements for a unit through functional skills/learndirect) advancing your career in The development of this knowledge, understanding or engineering. Studying and qualification has been skills you already possess and Mature students may present working at the same time does informed by discussions/ so do not need to develop a more varied profile to be require good organisational relevant publications from through a course of learning. presented in a portfolio. This is and time management skills, the Engineering Council UK This can be discussed at likely to include extensive paid but it allows you to apply your (EC (UK)) and the Science, the start of the course. or unpaid work experience learning immediately to your Engineering and Manufacturing and/or achievement of a range job as well as to bring in real- Technologies Alliance (SEMTA). of professional qualifications life examples from your work in their work sector. into the learning environment to discuss with peers. What can I do after this?
Following graduation from the HNC, you are eligible to progress onto a Higher National Diploma (HND) or onto a full degree programme.
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Page 24 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 25 Health and Social Care Counselling
Course code: FdA B940, BA (Hons) B941 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: FdA Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do this course? Tutor What’s How will my work Entry The FdA course, which offers covered? be assessed? Maggie Parry requirements the option to top-up to a full Course Team Leader BA (Hons) offers you a strong The specific aims of both Areas of study on the The course is assessed through Counselling Degree and 60 UCAS Points theoretical and practical courses are to offer you a course include: coursework. You will complete Therapist in Private Practice
Counselling base from which to begin rigorous theoretical and assignments that focus on • English GCSE Grade your professional counselling practical training as a Year one: the practical application Counselling is a unique course C or above OR Level practice, while working baseline for your professional of the assessment criteria, in that our students really 2 equivalent (Such as towards individual accreditation counselling practice. • person-centred and providing a realistic scenario look closely at themselves functional skills/learndirect) with the BACP. The theoretical Foundation degree graduates existential counselling: for you to adopt, making and relate at depth with • Candidates without a prior orientation is humanistic, can seek employment skills and theory maximum use of work- their tutors and their peers, counselling qualification with other approaches such directly as counsellors, • ethics related practical experience this can be challenging as must supply evidence as cognitive behavioural or choose to progress • working with diversity and reflecting typical well as rewarding and is of six months relevant therapy and transactional to a full undergraduate • working with young people practice in the construction balanced with a degree work experience from analysis are also examined. honours degree. • fitness to practice and built environment. of fun and exuberance. counselling or counselling- related settings (paid or Year two: Recognition of Prior Learning Our graduates will be able voluntary) to testify to (RPL) is a method of assessment to work as fully qualified their skills and abilities. • research (leading to the award of credit) counsellors working towards • All applicants interviewed • process experiential that considers whether you BACP accreditation, within an must provide a suitable counselling (CBT within the can demonstrate that you agency or in private practice as written submission person-centred frame) can meet the assessment well as being able to diversify outlining personal and/or • transactional analysis requirements for a unit through into most areas that relate professional reasoning for • cross-cultural counselling knowledge, understanding or to mental health and care. undertaking the course. • creative techniques skills you already possess and • DBS Required • feminist theory and practice so do not need to develop through a course of learning. Student What can I do Year three: This can be discussed at after this? the start of the course. Catherine Murray • dissertation I have been at the College Following graduation from • abused and abuser DBS (Disclosure and for four years, I started on an the course, you are eligible to • LGBT Barring Service) Access course and am now in progress onto further studies. • addictions the final year of my degree. • loss and bereavement As this programme may involve • counselling philosophy regular access to children and/ The College has been good or vulnerable adults, you are because it is local so lets legally required to complete me deal with the rest of my a DBS check for which you life while I am learning. will pay an administration fee. Further details will be issued as The good thing about part of the admissions process. doing higher education is that you actually want to learn- I relish every morsel of information that I take in.
My tutors have been amazing and I am going on to teach and hopefully run a private practice.
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Page 26 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 27 Health and Social Care Social Studies
Course code: CertHE 043L, DipHE 143L, BA (Hons) L340 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BSc (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
The course covers a range Year one: in this first year Areas of study: include social Students are assessed through For BA (Hons) you will need of interrelated social of the programme you will structures and structured a variety of methods including 160 UCAS points from one science disciplines including be introduced to the four inequalities, culture and essays, reports, research or more of the following: psychology, sociology, cultural main subject strands that difference, critical thought, projects, reflective journals, studies and research methods, make up social studies: social psychology and seminars responding to pre-set • at least two A-levels Social Studies and explores topics such social research methods. reading, timed assessments and • BTEC Level 3 Extended as poverty, mental health, • sociology examinations. The first year of Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary social psychology, crime • psychology Year three: whilst studying study is a qualifying year and Diploma/Certificate [QCF] and deviance, culture and • cultural studies a range of specialist modules does not count towards the • BTEC National Award/ difference, local and global • social research methods across the various disciplinary final degree classification. Certificate/Diploma [NQF] cultures, cultural politics, strands, the main thrust • International Baccalaureate health psychology and the As part of the first year you of the final year is your • AQA Baccalaureate sociology of health and illness. will develop various skills and dissertation, a substantial • Progression Diploma experiences related to these piece of academic writing. • Advanced Diploma Each of the social science strands, synthesising them Preparation for this module • you will also need English disciplines are run concurrently with basic competencies, has several component parts and maths GCSE at grade throughout the three years and language and concepts. You culminating in the production C or above OR Level each carries equal weighting in will also be encouraged to of your own research project. 2 equivalent (such as the programme for individuals take responsibility for your Alumni functional skills/learndirect) wishing to continue with this own learning and to assimilate Areas of study: include course beyond the first year. and engage with the culture current issues in social Sibangani Mswelanto Candidates without formal of higher education. studies, crime and deviance I graduated with a BSc (Hons) qualifications may apply and As this course covers a broad or the sociology of health in Social Studies from South will need to demonstrate the range of subjects, you will have Areas of study: include the and illness, cultural politics, Essex College. While I was ability to study at a higher the opportunity to proceed history, development and local and global culture, studying I worked voluntarily level through interview, the into an unlimited number present state of sociology, research dissertation. in home care recruitment. submission of an exceptional of careers in this area. This psychology and cultural After finishing my studies I entry portfolio and/or a course is ideal for graduates studies, as well as methods and managed to get permanent written assessment. who wish to progress onto analyses for social research. work after just one week, careers in areas such as social working in recruitment for the What can I do research, teaching the civil Year two: you will develop health and caring professions. after this? service, NHS trusts, charitable the ability to apply basic & voluntary organisations, the competencies, language and My time at South Essex College Our graduates have taken up police, or marketing agencies. concepts of the programme was massively important to me. careers ranging from a case- and address the subject areas I was unsure of the language worker in a women’s refuge, a in more depth. There will and not very confident. The manager for a housing charity, be an increased emphasis tutors were supportive and a family conferencing case- on independent research understanding and by the time worker, a Connexions adviser, and the application of the I left I was more than ready a disability rights consultant, analytical skills acquired in to go straight into a job. The a mental health worker, and the previous year, together staff were aware that I was a clinical psychologist. In with the development of both from a different background addition, many graduates have qualitative and quantitative and they were very patient. taken up teaching careers in research methods. They were always there for the primary, secondary and me and I would recommend post-compulsory sectors, while the College to anyone. others have gone on to further study at masters and PhD level.
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Page 28 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 29 Hospitality Hospitality Management
Course code: FdSc N865 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Two years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This programme encompasses Year one: the first year offers Year three: this optional top- Coursework is assessed in a For BA (Hons) you will need all aspects of working in the you the opportunity to develop up year is devoted to several range of different ways in order 160 UCAS points from one hospitality business including skills in the practical aspects major tasks: the production of to accommodate a variety of or more of the following: room operations, human of the hospitality industry. a substantial piece of academic learning styles and aptitudes, resources, food service, Intellectual and cognitive writing (the dissertation) and including portfolio submissions, • at least two A-levels gastronomy, revenue and skills are fostered through the planning and managing of group presentations, • BTEC Level 3 Extended finance management, event seminars, tutorials and group a large scale project together written essays, examinations Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary management and customer discussion, encouraging with designing your own and research folders. Diploma/Certificate [QCF] care. The course will also creative thought and practice. business. In this culminating • BTEC National Award/ Hospitality Management provide a basic knowledge period of the programme, Teaching methods: modules Certificate/Diploma [NQF] of the business aspect of the There will also be the you are expected to attain a are delivered through a variety • International Baccalaureate industry. The programme opportunity to study for maturity within your practice of methods of teaching and • AQA Baccalaureate has been structured to and take the CIEH Level and demonstrate a firm learning. These will include: • Progression Diploma allow those working in 3 Certificate in Food understanding of your position • Advanced Diploma the industry to study at a Safety (there will be costs within the discipline, this is also • technical demonstrations • you will also need English level that is appropriate to associated with this). supported by a professional - within the practical and maths GCSE at grade their developmental needs development module. environment to show skills C or above OR Level with stop-off points to Year two: the second year will and practices that are 2 equivalent (such as support breaks in study. expand on the skills gained The final year degree project adopted and used within functional skills/learndirect) in the previous year and is designed to provide you the hospitality industry The programme is designed to introduce new subjects such as with the opportunity to • small group teaching Other qualifications provide the skills required to human resource management, demonstrate your own - workshop sessions will be considered on work in managerial positions employment and business law, qualities as a professional led by the tutor an individual basis. within the hospitality industry. events management and work within the hospitality industry • group discussions - will placement. The skills you learn to the wider audience. usually occur throughout You will be required to This course includes work will enable you to identify an to encourage sharing of demonstrate by interview placements, vocational area of study to develop for experience and knowledge and submission of a full projects and visits within a personal-directed project. • individual tutorials - the portfolio, that you are specialist areas of hospitality. tutor will ask key questions suitable for the course. You will collaborate with Within the events management regarding your project other programmes within module you are given the and offer advice and If you are a mature the department, which option to study and take the suggestions regarding student and have worked will allow you to develop industry-related qualifications future development independently for a significant your own businesses. of First Aid at Work and • independent research - period, we may be able to offer Health and Safety at Work during the module students you a place on the programme The degree encompasses (there will be costs associated are expected to follow up purely on the strength of a broad range of academic with this). There will also be on suggested directions your portfolio interview disciplines including collaboration opportunities regarding project direction and relevant experience. employment and business to support, develop and law, marketing and encourage industry practice. What can I do employee management. after this?
Having developed your intellectual curiosity and creativity, you will be equipped for diverse and exciting careers within the Hospitality industry.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 30 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 31 Information Technology Computing & Systems Development
Course code: HNC 45094 Venue: Thurrock Learning Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £3,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Our Higher National Certificate Year one: you will investigate Year two: within the context The course is assessed through 40 UCAS points which (HNC) enables you to study how to design e-Commerce of systems you will examine coursework. You will complete could come from: whilst employed to gain solutions to best serve modern different life cycle models and assignments that focus on the an industry-recognised industry, how computer appreciate their particular practical application of the • one GCE A-Level grade E qualification that is accepted systems work in theory by strengths and weaknesses assessment criteria, providing • Level 3 Subsidiary, Diploma, around the world. The exploring hardware, software and to which situations they a realistic scenario for you Extended Diploma (QCF) HNC can be your passport and peripheral components, are most appropriate. You will to adopt, making maximum • Level 3 National Award, to advancing your career look to future developments study programming languages use of work-related practical Certificate, Diploma (NQF) in computing and systems in technology and study the and apply for websites and experience and reflecting • Progression Diploma development. Studying and basics of networks. You will servers. You will also extend typical practice in computing • Level 3 Advanced Diploma working at the same time will also work to improve your skills your Networking knowledge and systems development. • Extended Project (minimum require good organisational and increase your chances of from Y01 by applying router 40 UCAS points) and time management progressing in your career. protocol to specific Networks. Recognition of prior learning Computing & Systems Development skills but it allows you to (RPL) is a method of assessment What can I do use what you have learned Areas of study: business skills Areas of study: systems (leading to the award of credit) Alumni after this? immediately in your job. for e-commerce, computer analysis and design, website that considers whether you You can also bring real-life systems, employability and design, object oriented can demonstrate that you Marwa Khan Following graduation from examples from your work professional development, programming, web server can meet the assessment I studied for a degree in the HNC, you are eligible to into the learning environment emerging technologies, scripting (online), CCNA2 requirements for a unit through Computing and achieved a BSc progress onto further studies. to discuss with your peers. CCNA1 Fundamentals of Routers and Router knowledge, understanding or (Hons). I was given a special Networking (online). Protocol (online). skills you already possess and award for an outstanding The Higher Nationals in so do not need to develop dissertation by a company Computing and Systems through a course of learning. called FSI who I later joined Development have been This can be discussed at as a junior developer and developed with career the start of the course. progressed to applications progression and recognition developer. I gave birth to by professional bodies in my first child during my mind. This HNC is recognised second year at College, by the British Computer worked, had my second Society (BCS) and it provides child and then set up my a route to its membership. own company, Asian Design which promotes and sells fashion by Asian designers.
The College was responsible for the development of my skills, and it is there that I built the foundations from which I went on to develop my career.
The College is affiliated to a fantastic university and offer lots of great facilities, it helped me develop professionally, intellectually and personally and opened up many new horizons for me.
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Page 32 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 33 Media Computer Games Design
Course code: BSc (Hons) WG24 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Designed for committed Year one: you will be Areas of study: 3D animation, Assessment methods You will need a minimum of individuals who have an introduced to the games games engines, 3D level are varied and include 160 UCAS points from one interest in computer and video design concepts used by design, browser based games, written and practical or more of the following: games, and their associated professional games developers dissertation preparation. assignments, presentations technology, this course centres and learn the foundation skills and examinations. • at least two A-levels on the acquisition of skills required to design and produce You will also develop your skills • BTEC Level 3 Extended required for creating the assets used in the industry. You in a variety of contexts and Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary digital assets across a variety will develop an awareness of media for audiences across Diploma/Certificate [QCF] of styles and platforms. We games development production numerous game genres and • BTEC National Award/ Computer Games Design are looking for applicants with processes through practical technologies related to games Certificate/Diploma [NQF] an awareness and enthusiasm work-oriented modules such design and development • International Baccalaureate for original ideas targeting the as game programming, 3D practice. Specifically, the • AQA Baccalaureate future generation of computer modelling for games, digital game engines module will • Progression Diploma games, and an interest image manipulation and enable you to investigate a • Advanced Diploma in the practical software storyboarding. Theoretical variety of game engines and • you will also need English applications commonly used modules such as videogames systems used in the creation and maths GCSE at grade during games development. and society, and games design of an interactive game. C or above OR Level enable you to critically examine 2 equivalent (such as historical, contemporary and Year three: this final year of Tutor functional skills/learndirect) emerging computer games. the course brings together all the elements of the previous Rama Maccha What can I do Areas of study: game two years to enable you to The BSc (Hons) Computer after this? programming, 3D focus your research on one Games Design is a high quality modelling for games, particular area of study in order course taught by industry As a BSc (Hons) Computer digital image manipulation, to produce a piece of academic professionals who come from Games Design graduate you storyboarding, videogames writing that is analytical and leading games studios with a can consider employment and society, game design. critical in its approach. The passion for sharing knowledge in the games development programme culminates in of the technical and creative industry or in other creative Year two: you will build on the a final project designed to industries. The course is a industries such as advertising, skills developed in the first year highlight your key strengths, combination of vital practical film and web design. You to include areas such as games with a particular focus on and technical skills which may also wish to continue engines, 3D level design and innovation, while encouraging provide a firm foundation of your studies at masters level, 3D animation. These modules creative development in understanding games design to specialist postgraduate will form the foundation of areas of your choice. using a range of tools design programmes, or your game design and 3D alternatively to professional modelling skills, enabling you Areas of study: games It’s great to see students teacher training courses. to produce sophisticated and omnibus exhibition, game respond to challenging professional results. production management, concepts and creative computer games business, projects. Students continue advanced 3D techniques, to develop career building final project. skills and confidence through the deployment of software platforms including Maya, 3D Max, Unity, Microsoft Visual Studio and Python supported by motion capture (human body and facials).
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Page 34 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 35 Media Creative Writing for Media
Course code: BA (Hons) WP83 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This course is for those who Year one: the first year the production context for The majority of assessments are You will need a minimum of wish to pursue a writing provides an interdisciplinary the script writing process. based upon practical project 160 UCAS points from one career in television, film and approach to creative writing work, including short projects or more of the following: the media industry. Included for media. This means you Concept development will and scripts. One module in are elements of screenwriting, will cover a broad range of facilitate broader creative each year of the programme • at least two A-levels news production and arts media disciplines, giving you experience in nurturing an is centred on written research • BTEC Level 3 Extended television alongside writing a clear understanding of how idea from an initial spark to a and coursework, such as Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary for radio, performance, digital media industries such potential industry project. This essays or a dissertation. Other Diploma/Certificate [QCF] advertising and marketing. as television production, digital may include storyboarding, art module assessments require a • BTEC National Award/
Creative Writing for Media Writing Creative animation and journalism work direction, set-modelling and portfolio of work that reflects Certificate/Diploma [NQF] The programme offers a in conjunction with creative certainly elements of self- the development of your ideas • International Baccalaureate combination of theory and writing for media. You will marketing as an expression of and creative writing skills. • AQA Baccalaureate practice and will equip you have the opportunity to work your emerging artistic persona. • Progression Diploma for study at postgraduate alongside undergraduates • Advanced Diploma level. It covers a range of from the College’s television Areas of study: writing for • you will also need English media production techniques, production, digital animation, performance (for example and maths GCSE at grade and gives you the chance to and journalism programmes stage), creative genres (for C or above OR Level work in conjunction with our on the following modules. example short stories), 2 equivalent (such as television production, digital concept development (for functional skills/learndirect) animation and journalism Areas of study: contextual example project design), programmes. The degree studies, visual storytelling, television studies. What can I do focuses on transferable production (where your after this? skills such as concept scripts are made into film and Year three: the third year development techniques TV), ideas factory (including focuses on developing As a result of the range of and communication. scriptwriting for film and TV). independent ventures, writing disciplines this course supporting a final major covers, graduates can forge You will gain a critical and Year two: the second year project and dissertation as the careers in many areas such as theoretical understanding concentrates on specialist culmination of your practical fiction writing, screenwriting, of how the creative media modules designed to build and theoretical learning. Your feature writing for newspapers industries operate. on the broad, practical finished products will include and magazines, writing for and theoretical knowledge a polished portfolio of scripts radio, commercial blogging, The course is validated by the gained in year one. The and should include a showreel advertising copywriting or University of Essex and we are focus is on skills-based of filmed projects, designed to teaching. Graduates could recognised across industry as professional practice, as you help you showcase what you also pursue postgraduate an excellent provider of media are encouraged to take the have to offer both potential study in any of these areas. training and education. Along opportunity to work with employers and postgraduate with our full HD Tricaster clients on live productions. academic programmes. TV studio, there is a broad This will stretch your range of high quality facilities experiences from year one. Areas of study: dissertation, available to students who will final major project be taught by lecturers who This middle year of the development, final major are industry practitioners. programme will also develop project, writing for advertising, your knowledge in television marketing and promotion, studies, a module designed to professional development. explore the cultural importance of the moving image and offer an understanding of
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Page 36 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 37 Media Digital Animation
Course code: BA (Hons) W615 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This course will give you the Year one: your first year Year three: the third year of You will complete a range You will need a minimum of skills required to become a provides an interdisciplinary the programme will allow you of individual and group 160 UCAS points from one successful image maker in approach to digital animation, to apply the skills and ideas you projects including animation or more of the following: a creative media industry with a broad, practical and have developed in the previous pieces, pre-production environment. Our lecturers theoretical grounding in two years to your own practice. treatments, presentations • at least two A-levels come from a wide range of digital media production The focus is on developing and written essays. • BTEC Level 3 Extended
Digital Animation disciplines and their teaching techniques. This means you independent ventures, Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary will increase your technical will cover a broad range of supporting a final major Diploma/Certificate [QCF] ability, and expand your media disciplines, giving you project and dissertation as the • BTEC National Award/ understanding of the digital a clear understanding of how culmination of your practical Certificate/Diploma [NQF] animation world. Modern digital media industries such as and theoretical learning. • International Baccalaureate animation technology is film-based production, ideas Alumni • AQA Baccalaureate constantly improving and generation through creative You will complete a substantial • Progression Diploma there is an unprecedented writing and media law through piece of animation work Andrew Barber • Advanced Diploma demand for animated films. journalism work together culminating in an exhibition I studied multi-media and then • you will also need English with digital animation. to help you gain employment did a BA in animation at South and maths GCSE at grade The programme covers CGI or further academic study Essex College. While I was C or above OR Level development, planning, A number of modules will opportunities. You will studying I did some intern work 2 equivalent (such as character development and help you to develop an produce a professional digital for companies like Newtown functional skills/learndirect) the principles of animation. awareness of digital animation animation portfolio that is to Films and work experience at Covering all types of animation and its uses in the context of be supported by advanced Universal and Channel 4. Mature students who do not from 2D to 3D including model contemporary society as you research into critical theory possess the entry requirements making you will produce acquire skills in communication, and the work of contemporary After leaving I did a few as listed above, but who storyboards and layouts, scripts presentation, team work, practitioners. The professional freelance jobs until I started possess related professional and treatments culminating in problem-solving, leadership practice module supports your working full-time at Fox experience or non-standard a substantial digital animation and project management. transfer into employment International doing motion qualifications are welcome. You project in year three. The or higher study. graphics. I mainly produce will need to demonstrate, by degree focuses on building Year two: the second year graphics for promotional interview, admissions test and/ essential knowledge and skills concentrates on specialist material that goes on the or portfolio submission, that in digital animation, meeting modules to build upon the television and I have loved you are suitable for the course. the demands for a diverse broad practical and theoretical working on the launches of range of realistic commercial knowledge gained in year one. shows such as Falling Skies What can I do scenarios. Core digital The focus is on skills based and the Walking Dead. after this? animation skills are supported and professional practices, Perhaps my best achievement through critical and theoretical alongside working with is that I personally did all the Employment in film and TV understanding of how the external clients on live projects. branding for the National production studios, advertising industry operates in order to Your skills will be expanded in a Geographic Wild channel. companies, publishing ensure that employability is at variety of contexts, for differing houses and web design firms. the heart of the programme media and audiences in all My lecturers at South Essex Extended education through outcomes. Graduates in this genres of digital animation College really pushed me to postgraduate programmes at field have been successful in practice. Additionally you take on things that I didn’t a number of established UK gaining professional experience will be able to explore career initially feel confident in doing universities. Start-up studios are as a first career step in the development opportunities and I learnt lots of things also opened by our graduates digital animation, creative in digital animation and from every project that I as a direct result of the positive, media and related industries. the creative industries. worked on. The College has collaborative atmosphere a great feel about it and the on the programme. teaching is really high quality.
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Page 38 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 39 Media Journalism
Course code: BA (Hons) P500 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This programme delivers a Year one: the first year Modules: • writing portfolios A minimum of 160 contemporary and unique provides an interdisciplinary • completing briefs set UCAS points are required approach to the study of approach to journalism. • journalism studies by employers and from one or more of the journalism. The role of a This means you will cover • factual programmes commissioners following qualifications: Journalism journalist is rapidly changing a broad range of media • media law • filling web pages and this degree is written to disciplines, giving you a • reporting and production to deadlines • at least two A-levels provide training in a variety clear understanding of how • writing copy for • BTEC Level 3 Extended of skills that ensures that our digital media industries Year three: you will devise work placements Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary graduates are ready to face such as television broadcast, your own creative project • making audio and Diploma/Certificate [QCF] the challenges of the modern digitally animated sequences, and complete your final video reports and • BTEC National Award/ newsroom. This includes photojournalism and creative year dissertation. Exploring multimedia web pages Certificate/Diploma [NQF] training in writing copy for writing for media work investigative journalism, • presenting evaluations • International Baccalaureate long form and short form print, together with Journalism developing an investigative and proposals • AQA Baccalaureate research, interview techniques story and polishing a full • compiling research • Progression Diploma and media law. These are Modules: portfolio of your multimedia reports and portfolios • Advanced Diploma combined with contemporary work will also contribute to • researching a dissertation • you will also need English techniques such as filming • contextual studies your learning in the third • creating a media project GCSE at grade C or above and editing, producing multi- • ideas factory year. Finally, you will be OR Level 2 equivalent media web pages, digitally • lens based media encouraged to progress your (such as functional animated sequences, radio • production studies towards a specific skills/learndirect) journalism, photojournalism journalism career path and social media. Year two: the second year through studying a sector We welcome mature focuses in on specialist of special interest, exploring students who do not possess Teaching is in a lively, modules to build upon the recruitment and freelance Alumni the entry requirements but interactive format, whether broad practical and theoretical options and rehearsing have related professional it is a news writing session knowledge gained in year work-related interviews. Katy Taylor experience or non-standard or discussion of a journalistic one. The focus is on skills I studied journalism at South qualifications. You will need concept, seminars and based and professional Modules: Essex College. After College to demonstrate your suitability workshops. The College practices, alongside working I went into banking and by interview, admissions test facilities include state-of-the-art with external clients on • journalism studies then became a freelance and/or portfolio submission. digital computer labs, excellent live productions. Feature • creative project copy writer with my own learning resources and a writing will be a major focus • dissertation website. I work for numerous What can I do comprehensive library. You’ll alongside more challenging • reporting and production different magazines and after this? also have access to industry production activities and have my own blog. standard recording, filming further work placements. You Students have gained jobs and photography equipment. will contribute to a course While I was at the College in the local press, at Reuters, website and be encouraged I learned many skills that media press offices and The programme is validated to research and write more helped me. From interview and in marketing and public by the University of Essex and adventurous stories. You will presentation skills, to general relations agencies. Some provides a badge of recognition be taught video journalism writing for lots of different have moved directly into through multidisciplinary by experienced tutors using genres. I learnt lots of skills freelance employment, or training at the South Essex HD cameras, sound recording that help in my current job. have pursued post-graduate College media department. equipment and Final Cut The College is very professional programmes studies such Pro on Apple Macs. Finally, and the equipment is fantastic. as an MA or PGCE. you will prepare for your There are lots of options in dissertation and study news terms of courses and you get coverage of foreign events. the support that you need.
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Page 40 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 41 Media Music Performance, Production & Composition Course code: CertHE 013W, DipHE 113W, BA (Hons) W312 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
In the music industry there is a Year one: provides the basic Areas of study: dissertation The work is assessed For BA (Hons) you will need growing need for multi-skilled skills across the different preparation, business practice, via a range of practical 160 UCAS points from one practitioners who are able programme areas to build a creative industry practitioners, activities, discussions and or more of the following: to write, create and perform firm foundation in preparation advanced ensemble studies, written assignments. music, as well as record and for more specialist study in music and sound for TV and • at least two A-levels produce performances. years two and three. A wide film, instrumental and group • BTEC Level 3 Extended variety of subjects are covered, tuition, session musicianship, Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary The course is concerned focusing on key practical composition and theory. Diploma/Certificate [QCF] with the music production, skills and the basis of core • BTEC National Award/ performance and composition academic inquiry in music. Year three: the final year of Certificate/Diploma [NQF] process in various different The practical topics include the programme is the most • International Baccalaureate contexts (for example, sound areas such as using a recording challenging as it requires you • AQA Baccalaureate for film and live performance) studio, musical performance to use the skills you learnt • Progression Diploma and is reinforced by a rigorous and music sequencing, while throughout the programme • Advanced Diploma academic strand that ensures the academic areas include in an independent and self- • you will also need English practical skills are backed music theory, cultural studies, directed way. In addition to and maths GCSE at grade up with a critical ear and and music law & ethics. the larger project-based units, C or above OR Level Music Performance, Production & Composition Music Performance, Production an understanding of the the dissertation and practical 2 equivalent (such as theories that underpin them. Areas of study: music project, both of which are functional skills/learndirect) theory and theorists, music double modules, there are Our specialist studio law and ethics, music some modules which deal You will be invited to submit an facilities are resourced with and culture, composition with specialisation as well as audition video of four to eight two recording studios, and arranging, studio supporting you to progress minutes in length. four rehearsal rooms with management and production, into the world of work. instruments and equipment sequencing practice and Tutor You will be expected to have and a specialist music band musicianship. Areas of study: dissertation, performance ability or theory technology computer room. industry preparation, practical Art Dickinson skills and an understanding The course uses a variety Year two: the second year project, electroacoustic This is by far the best of at least Grade 5 equivalent of software including Avid expands significantly on composition, new music vocational degree that I have which will determined Sibelius and Pro Tools and composition and performance composition, supporting ever come across. The course at an audition which will numerous other supporting whilst exploring critical lines performance. prepares students for successful include a written test. pieces of software. of enquiry, introducing you careers in the industry because to new ways of thinking and it’s not just about performance What can I do to artists outside of your and not just about production after this? area of experience. There - it’s an excellent balance is a significant focus in the of them both. Composition Our graduates pursue a variety second year on moving you also has a prominent place of careers, many within related forward in your study and in the curriculum and the industries. Recent graduates encouraging you to work course focuses on industry have gone into teaching in a more independent expectations and uses industry music, technical support for and self-directed way. standard resources. All this musicians, running music ensures graduates come workshops, composing music out with a range of skills for corporate media products. tailored to their future career Some have gone on to study plans, and the open and further, including masters level. friendly atmosphere helps to create great results!
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Page 42 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 43 Media Music Production
Course code: CertHE 213W, DipHE 313W, BA (Hons) W310 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: CertHE One Year, DipHE Two years, BA (Hons) Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
From developing compositions Year one: the first year of Areas of study: practical The work is assessed via a For BA (Hons) you will need to recording, editing, mixing, the programme will provide subjects and skills, audio range of practical activities, 160 UCAS points from one and mastering, music you with a practical and recording, live sound, post- discussions and written or more of the following: production covers the full theoretical foundation in production, sound and music assignments. Work is marked range of production activities music production covering for film and television, synthesis and internally verified and • at least two A-levels such as film, television, music sequencing, recording, music and sampling practice, final grades are given as • BTEC Level 3 Extended Music Production and radio. Reinforced with a and composition, which are academic/theoretical subjects a percentage in line with Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary rigorous academic strand, this skills you will build on through and skills, business practice, standard degree classifications Diploma/Certificate [QCF] ensures the practical skills are more specialist study in years creative industry practitioners, of 1st, upper and lower • BTEC National Award/ complemented with a critical two and three. You will also dissertation preparation. 2nd and 3rd. Work in the Certificate/Diploma [NQF] ear and an understanding focus on key practical skills first year of the degree • International Baccalaureate of the theories which and the basis of core academic Year three: the final year of does not count towards • AQA Baccalaureate underpin music production. inquiry in music production. the programme is the most the final degree award. • Progression Diploma challenging, requiring you to • Advanced Diploma The course is designed to Areas of study: composition study independently, utilising • you will also need English work directly alongside the and production arrangement, the skills and knowledge and maths GCSE at grade BA (Hons) Music Performance, recording studio operation gained in years one and C or above OR Level Production and Composition and studio management, two. In addition to the larger 2 equivalent (such as programme. This is a significant sequencing systems, acoustics, project-based modules, there functional skills/learndirect) advantage to students on cultural studies in music, music are modules which deal both courses because it allows law and ethics, music theory with specialisation as well You may be required to attend them to pool their knowledge and theorists, production as personal development to an audition to determine your and share their skills. analysis (contextual listening). support you in making the suitability to the course. transition to employment. Studying music production Year two: expands You will also take part in a What can I do at South Essex College will significantly on the technical collaborative production project after this? allow you to keep pace areas, particularly in recording using the time management Tutor with the current up-to-date and post-production and workflow skills you Recent graduates have gone processes and standards techniques as well as learnt as part of audio post Ian Hurd into music education, technical within the industry. developing critical lines of production in year two. I like teaching on the Music support for musicians, inquiry, and introducing you to Production degree because running music workshops, or new ways of thinking and to Areas of study: practical it is a specific field of study composing music for corporate creative practitioners outside subjects and skills, advanced that focuses on both practical media products, while others your field of experience. location recording, application and critical have gone on to postgraduate There is a significant focus in collaborative production project reflection as a measure of study at masters level. the second year on moving composition, final year practical academic performance. The you forward in your studies project, industry preparation, Music Production degree is and encouraging you to academic/theoretical subjects great because it develops those work in a more independent and skills, dissertation. academic skills along with the and self-directed way. necessary experience using a range of industry standard technology and techniques, which gives our students the confidence and ability to analyse and generate high quality audio products in a professional, global market.
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Page 44 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 45 Media Performance (Acting)
Course code: HND H882 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £6,000 per academic year
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This course embraces the scope Year one: Year two: You will be assessed via You will need a minimum of and interdisciplinary nature of rehearsals, performance 160 UCAS points from one performance and will provide • research project • professional practice analysis, critical studies, or more of the following: opportunities for you to locate • performance realisation • performance realisation 3 – technical application, and analyse performance 1 – devised performance contemporary performance and log-books. • at least two A-levels as a human activity both • writing for performance • directing • BTEC Level 3 Extended practically and academically. • performance realisation 2 – Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary
Performance (Acting) innovations in performance Diploma/Certificate [QCF] The domain of performance • BTEC National Award/ will naturally lead you to Certificate/Diploma [NQF] explore a wide range of topics • International Baccalaureate and worlds. This will include • AQA Baccalaureate style, space, character, vocal • Progression Diploma and movement techniques • Advanced Diploma and cultural theory. • you will also need English and maths GCSE at grade C or above OR Level 2 equivalent (such as functional skills/learndirect)
All prospective students will be interviewed by the course team in which you also need to provide an example of some written academic work. In addition to the interview you must select, prepare and complete one of the tasks listed below that is dependent on your specialism:
• a performance piece • a two-minute monologue • a presentation
What can I do after this?
Following graduation from the HND, you are eligible to progress onto further studies.
Awarding body, Pearson Edexcel *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 46 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 47 Media Performance (Dance)
Course code: HND 4B22 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £6,000 per academic year
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This two-year programme Year one: Year two: You will be assessed via You will need a minimum of is focused on helping you rehearsals, research projects, 160 UCAS points from one build the skills you need • choreography - solo • professional practice technical application or more of the following: to become a versatile and • classical ballet • classical ballet and log-books. creative dance professional. • contemporary dance • contemporary dance • at least two A-levels • jazz dance • dance and education • BTEC Level 3 Extended The course provides • tap dance • jazz dance Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary
Performance (Dance) opportunities for you to • commercial dance • tap dance Diploma/Certificate [QCF] develop and stretch dance • dance and health • production arts • BTEC National Award/ technique, and placing • research skills • choreography - group Certificate/Diploma [NQF] the art form within a • International Baccalaureate wider cultural context. • AQA Baccalaureate • Progression Diploma • Advanced Diploma • you will also need English and maths GCSE at grade C or above OR Level 2 equivalent (such as functional skills/learndirect)
You will be required to undertake a dance workshop before presenting two contrasting routines that need to be 2 minutes in length, followed by an interview with the course team where you will need to provide an example of some written academic work.
What can I do after this?
Following graduation from the HND, you are eligible to progress onto further studies.
Awarding body, Pearson Edexcel *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 48 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 49 Media Production for Live Performance and Events
Course code: CertHE W431 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: One year (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This programme will equip you Year one: provides a Areas of study: the Through a range of • 120 UCAS points or not only with the fundamental broad base of practical production technician, assessment techniques. an appropriate Level practical and technical skills and theoretical knowledge production lighting, technical 3 qualification required by all members of in the key technical areas drawing, production sound, • GCSE English and maths technical staff but also with a of production work and professional business at grade C or above, range of transferable problem- introduces you to the skills practice, work placement. or equivalent (such as solving and analytical skills you will need to become functional skills/Learn that will serve you well in a a successful member of a Direct at Level 2) variety of careers. You will production team. You will • relevant prior experience also have the opportunity gain experience both at in production arts/ to gain additional industry- in-house productions as well technical theatre, either standard qualifications to aid as at local venues to further in an educational or you in your future career. expand your knowledge. As vocational context part of your first year you will The College has a close focus on professional business What can I do
Production for Live Performance and Events Production working relationship with the practices that will help you after this? Royal Opera House’s Bob and to develop a professional Tamar Manoukian Production work ethic and improve Our graduates seek careers Workshop in Purfleet and is your chances of securing in backstage production, in one of the founder colleges of employment in the industry. areas ranging from lighting, the National Skills Academy: sound and multimedia to stage Creative and Cultural. As management. As part of the such, there is huge potential course you are encouraged for a unique involvement to develop links with local with these prestigious venues and employers centres of excellence where to gain the professional training and production are networking contacts that internationally acclaimed and will help you secure relevant where technical and artistic employment after graduation. inspirations are realised. This programme will equip you not only with the fundamental practical and technical skills required by all members of technical staff but also with a range of transferable problem-solving and analytical skills that will serve you well in a variety of careers.
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Page 50 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 51 Media Television Production and Screen Media
Course code: BA (Hons) P320 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This programme offers a Year one: the first year Year two: the second year The majority of assessments You will need a minimum of unique approach to television provides an interdisciplinary focuses in on specialist are based on practical project 160 UCAS points from one and digital film production. approach to television modules to build upon the work, including short film or more of the following: It covers a range of media production and screen broad practical and theoretical projects and scripts. One production techniques media. This means you knowledge gained in year module in each year of • at least two A-levels including cinematography, will cover a broad range of one. The focus is on skills the programme is centred • BTEC Level 3 Extended video editing, lighting media disciplines, giving you based and professional on written research and Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary and sound recording, in a clear understanding of practices, alongside working coursework, such as essays Diploma/Certificate [QCF] conjunction with opportunity how digital media industries with external clients on or a dissertation. Other • BTEC National Award/ to work in digital animation, such as animation, creative live productions. module assessments require a Certificate/Diploma [NQF] creative writing and journalism. writing and journalism work portfolio of work that reflects • International Baccalaureate You will build skills which will together with television Areas of study: drama the development of your • AQA Baccalaureate be supported through critical production and screen media. production, concept ideas and production skills. • Progression Diploma and theoretical understanding development, cinematography • Advanced Diploma Television Production and Screen Media and Screen Production Television of how the industry operates You will have the opportunity and cultural studies. • you will also need English to increase your employability. to work alongside and maths GCSE at grade undergraduates from the Year three: the third year Student C or above OR Level Graduates have had their films College’s digital animation, focuses on developing 2 equivalent (such as exhibited and, while they have journalism and creative independent ventures, Mathew Thomas functional skills/lLearndirect) been studying, some have writing degree programmes. supporting a final major I study BA (Hons) Television gained professional experience project and dissertation as the Production and Screen Media Mature students who do not as a first career step in media Areas of study: contextual culmination of your practical at South Essex College and possess the entry requirements and related industries. studies, visual story-telling, and theoretical learning. before I started my degree, I but who possess related production and ideas factory. The finished product will be completed the Level 3 BTEC professional experience or The course, validated by a polished show reel and Creative Media production non-standard qualifications, the University of Essex, is portfolio of work to help you (TV and Film) course at South are welcome. You will need currently working towards gain employment or further Essex College. While studying I to demonstrate, by interview, Skillset Media Academy academic study opportunities. created a showreel that landed admissions test and/or portfolio status. We are recognised me a job at Framestore, a submission, that you are across industry as an excellent Areas of study: dissertation, British Oscar-winning visual suitable for the course. provider of media training and digital title sequencing, final effects company based near education. Along with our major project development Oxford Street in London. What can I do full HD Tricaster TV studio the and final major project. I get to put my skills and after this? media academy has a broad knowledge I have learnt at range of high quality facilities South Essex College into use. You will be able to setup and available to students who will run your own production be taught by lecturers who The equipment at the College company, and can work in both are industry practitioners. This is a very high standard the British and international TV includes the latest software and keeps up with new and film industry. Graduates from Apple and Adobe, technologies that help us currently pursue successful taught by certified trainers, when we leave the course. careers in companies such industry standard broadcast as the BBC, Channel 4, ready location cameras and I would recommend South advertising agencies or regional 16mm film equipment. Essex College to anyone film companies. Others who is looking to get their continue their education at dream job as they will push Master of Arts level and/or you above and beyond. enter the teaching profession.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 52 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 53 Science Applied Biology
Course code: HNC 25001 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £3,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Our Higher National Certificate Year one: you will study the Year two: you will learn The course is assessed through 40 UCAS points which (HNC) allows you to study components and workings how to analyse data from coursework. You will complete could come from: whilst employed to gain of the cell, how cells interact scientific study using statistical assignments that focus on the an industry-recognised and how cells can be and numerical methods. You practical application of the • 1 GCE A-level grade E qualification that is accepted effectively cultured. You will will study the nervous and assessment criteria, providing Level 3 Subsidiary, Diploma,
Applied Biology around the world. investigate the formation of homeostatic control methods a realistic scenario for you Extended Diploma (QCF) macromolecules within cells of the human body and to adopt, making maximum • Level 3 National Award, The HNC can be your passport through specific biochemical investigate the transcription use of work-related practical Certificates, Diploma (NQF) to advancing your career pathways. The relationship and translation of information experience and reflecting • Progression Diploma Level in the scientific industry. between the structure of from DNA to protein. You will typical practice in the industry. 3 Advanced Diploma Studying and working at specialised cells and their relate how gene expression • Extended Project (minimum the same time will require functioning within tissues will and patterns of inheritance Recognition of prior learning 40 UCAS points) good organisational and time be investigated. This theory affect populations. Finally (RPL) is a method of assessment • you will also need GCSE management skills but it allows will be tied together with information from previous (leading to the award of credit) English and maths at grade you to use what you have laboratory based sessions in units will be used to analyse that considers whether you C or above or equivalent learned immediately in your which you will cover a range how pharmacological can demonstrate that you job. You can also bring real of techniques becoming principles can be applied can meet the assessment What can I do life examples from your work familiar with microscopy, and investigate the effect requirements for a unit through after this? into the learning environment titrimetric, spectroscopic of drugs on nerve impulses knowledge, understanding or to discuss with your peers. and chromatographic and the immune system. skills you already possess and Following graduation from techniques, serial dilution so do not need to develop Tutor the HNC, you are eligible to The Higher Nationals in Applied and aseptic techniques. Areas of study: analysis of through a course of learning. progress onto further studies. Biology have been developed scientific data and information, This can be discussed at Tazeen Naim with career progression and Areas of study: cell neurophysiology and the start of the course. Biology is the study of life professional body recognition biology, biochemistry of homeostatic control of the which opens the door of in mind. The qualification macromolecules and metabolic human body, molecular biology exploration of our everyday has secured recognition from pathways, physiology of cellular and genetics, pharmacological existence. It takes us into the Society of Biology so that systems in animals, laboratory principles of drug actions. the micro-environment of successful students can apply techniques of applied biology. cells through the advances for associate membership. in molecular biology to This is the first step towards understand how cells divide & becoming a full member (MSB) differentiate, grow & function. of the Society of Biology and This varied discipline includes applying for chartered status. health & nutrition, genetic inheritance, physiology of Successful students who have immune system, mechanism relevant work experience of diseases and drug action. in biological science, or its The most promising aspect application of at least two of biology is the emergent of years, can apply to use the new technologies, e.g. genetic post-nominal letters AMSB. engineering, recombinant You can then apply for full DNA, human genome project, member (MSB) status after stem cell research, genomics a further three years. and many more in the pipeline, to cure the fatal ailments and address the environmental, economic and social issues.
Awarding body, Pearson Edexcel *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 54 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 55 Science Criminology & Forensic Investigation
Course code: BSc (Hons) LF64 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Society needs to deal with Year one: in the first year Areas of study: criminological Assessment methods have You will need a minimum of crime more effectively, which you will gain the foundation research methodology, the been designed to build on 160 UCAS points from one requires an understanding of underpinning knowledge criminal justice system, heroes the skills and knowledge or more of the following: of the underlying causes in each of the disciplines and villains, prisons, probation developed within the modules of criminal behaviour. This in criminology and forensic and rehabilitation, advanced each year. The practical • at least two A-levels programme, which is aimed at investigation and will also be crime scene analysis, anatomy, nature of the assessment • BTEC Level 3 Extended those looking to progress to a introduced via presentational physiology and post-mortem methods will equip students Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary career in criminology, forensic modules to the relevant processes, contemporary and with pro-active and re-active Diploma/Certificate [QCF] investigation or investigative concepts, theories and social issues in criminology, skills and thought processes, • BTEC National Award/ policing, will enable you to methods of working relevant investigation and e-forensics. which it is anticipated will Certificate/Diploma [NQF] understand the core causes to these industries. These skills render graduates of this • International Baccalaureate of criminal behaviour and will form the foundation of Year three: in the final year degree programme eminently • AQA Baccalaureate the principles of crime scene what you will need to succeed you will be in a position to employable. Such methods • Progression Diploma Criminology & Forensic Investigation Criminology & Forensic investigation, giving you the in this challenging programme. concentrate on your own include networking portfolios, • Advanced Diploma knowledge and skills you need personal development. You court attendance reports, role • you will also need English to succeed in the industry. Areas of study: introduction will undertake a final year play, cross examination and and maths GCSE at grade to criminology, crime scene project which you will manage multiple choice questions. C or above OR Level As a student on this investigation, introduction from start to finish as well 2 equivalent (such as programme you will have to biology and introduction as writing a dissertation functional skills/learndirect) access to extensive study to policing studies. that will also include an • You will need to obtain a CSI resources including our original research project. kit which can be purchased automotive workshop Year two: building upon the from the College at an for mock crime scenes, a foundation laid down in the Areas of study: penology approximate cost of £100 dedicated computer room previous year, you will look and penal policy, gender, crime for digital forensics, a mock at the subject area in greater and criminal justice, hate What can I do court room for you to depth and learn how to apply crimes and genocide, criminal after this? learn how to give evidence and evaluate the underlying psychology, cybercrime and and specialist software theories. You will play a more society, forensic entomology/ Alumni Potential career routes include programmes for photography active, hands-on role via anthropology, advanced working in mainstream policing and computer examination. formal presentations, seminars investigation, personal Rebecca Wells The College taught me a lot (possibly as a crime scene and through interaction with development and dissertation. I studied Level 3 Uniformed about the police force and technician), the criminal justice your peers and you will have Public Services and completed I feel that has given me a system (in the probation or the opportunity to put into the first year of BSc great advantage. The tutors prison services) or in financial practice some of the theories Criminology and Forensic explained how strictly the institutions that may be at risk and concepts you have been Investigation at South Essex emergency services worked from financial fraud. Graduates introduced to. College. I received triple and the course allowed me from this degree programme distinction triple * in Level to gain a lot of discipline may also seek employment in 3 Uniformed Public Services that has prepared me for related areas such as teaching and Level 4 Criminology the police force. I use what after a period of further study. and Forensic Investigation. I have learnt in my job.
I became a special police I would recommend South constable for Essex police Essex College because it is whilst studying and then very dynamic and can meet trained to become a full anyone’s needs. I had a great time police constable. time at this college and there is something for everyone.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 56 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 57 Sport Sports Studies
Course code: BSc (Hons) C601 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
The sport industry is one of Year one: Year three: Throughout the degree course • 200 UCAS points the fastest growing in the UK, your assessments are extremely • GCSE maths and English influenced by the increasing • exercise, health and nutrition • dissertation/ final varied and involve a wide at grade C or above awareness of the value of • research techniques in year project range of practical assessments (or equivalent) health and exercise, the success sport and exercise • sports nutrition within the modules such Sports Studies and popularity of British • anatomy and physiology • legal aspects of sport and as coaching through the Relevant industry experience sports internationally and the • fundamentals of exercise early years, teaching and is also considered and a mature focus on the legacy following sports psychology coaching methods and entry portfolio is available for the 2012 Olympic Games. • sociology of sport Teaching and coaching health assessment and recruiting from the industry. Sport is a dynamic area full of • planning fitness and training pathway: exercise prescription. opportunity and the demand • fundamentals of sports What can I do for qualified, knowledgeable coaching • applied sports psychology You will also be assessed after this? individuals in specialist areas • analysing sports through a variety of athlete such as coaching, performance Year two: performance case studies ranging from On completion of the degree, enhancement and teaching is • sports development modules such as applied sports you could progress into a increasing. If you want to be a • advanced research • comparative studies in sport psychology, sports nutrition variety of different career part of it, there has never been techniques for sport and society and sports law. Research paths ranging from teacher a better time to get involved. and exercise sciences assessments are an important training via a number of • exercise physiology Health and fitness pathway: part of the Sports Studies Graduate Teacher Training The programme is designed to • exercise psychology degree and the development Programmes, Postgraduate create a detailed understanding • health assessment and and implementation of Certificates in Education or and evaluation of sports Teaching and coaching exercise rehabilitation research ideas provides teaching assistant places and studies and its sub-disciplines: pathway: • strength and conditioning an alternative method of Alumni careers in sports coaching. psychology, physiology, • advanced fitness assessing the development history and sociology, physical • historical and sociological industry experience of skills and knowledge. Joanna Foulser In addition a number of career education, health and fitness, aspects of sport I studied Sports Studies at the opportunities in the health and and sports development. • teaching and Additional methods of College and achieved First fitness industry are available Furthermore, this programme coaching methods assessment across the Class Honours. What I liked from strength and conditioning of study aims to provide you • sport and event degree course include about my studies was that it coaching to exercise referral. with both the theoretical management presentations, coursework felt like a college and not a Some graduates also progress and practical skills necessary • PE in the community essays and examinations. huge university where you’re into sports development posts. to gain employment or just another fish in the pond. There are also a number of enter postgraduate study Health and fitness pathway: DBS (Disclosure and It was very one-to-one and I postgraduate courses such as within sport. In years two Barring Service) was treated as an individual. sports psychology and sports and three of the course you • fitness industry experience I was listened to, supported nutrition that offer further will be invited to focus on • exercise for special As this programme may involve and whenever I needed any progression in the sport field. a programme of study by populations regular access to children and/ help, the tutors were always choosing either a teaching • advanced planning for or vulnerable adults, you are there with the knowledge and and coaching pathway or a fitness legally required to complete willingness to help me. After health and fitness pathway. a DBS check for which you I graduated I applied for a lot will pay an administration fee. of different jobs in the industry Further details will be issued as and I got offered an internship part of the admissions process. with Dame Kelly Holmes working for her company to develop sports programmes for fitness instructors and sports professionals.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 58 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 59 Teaching Certificate in Education (Learning and Skills Sector)
Course code: 5616 Venue: Southend Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £1,795*
Why should I do What’s How will my work DBS (Disclosure and Entry this course? covered? be assessed? Barring Service) requirements
You will experience learning This course covers the Each year students complete Applicants must possess a • GCSE English and that is enriched by the theoretical and practical a variety of assignments current DBS check or have maths at grade C or extensive teaching experience aspects of teaching, including including portfolios of teaching undertaken one with the above, or equivalent of the staff and will be able observations of practical practice, presentations, viva, College prior to the start (such as functional to observe contrasting styles teaching. The structure is case study, brochure, seminar, of the programme. skills or learndirect) of teaching. You will benefit made up of four modules per research report and blog. • if teaching a practical from different perspectives on year, eight modules across Students need to complete vocational subject teaching and assessment. The the two year programme. a minimum of 50 hours (NVQ Levels 1-3), an initial teacher training team teaching each academic year appropriate Level 3 offer a variety of study options A variety of teaching and will be observed four vocational qualification to suit you and your lifestyle. strategies are used such as times each year within their • if teaching an academic group interaction, paired working environment. vocational subject (BND), and individual work, one- an appropriate Level 4 to-one seminars, guest vocational qualification speakers, support from • a minimum of 50 subject specialist mentors hours of teaching in and regular tutorial input. each year of study Certificate in Education (Learning & skills sector) • a mentor in the workplace who is a qualified teacher/ lecturer at Stage 3 (i.e. PGCE or Cert Ed) and where possible is a subject specialist in the same area as the trainee teacher Tutor • where the mentor is not a subject specialist Faisal Mustafa the trainee teacher will As a teacher our responsibility require the support of a is to teach diverse groups and named subject coach develop an inclusive learning • PTLLS qualification at Level 4 environment through which our students will be able to What can I do achieve academic and career after this? success. The course is designed to develop a range of skills This course is a nationally and knowledge required in recognised teaching post-compulsory education. qualification in the lifelong The aim of the course is to learning sector. Graduates can prepare students to plan, therefore apply for QTLS. deliver, assess and evaluate teaching within the post-16 education sector. Across the two year programme, you will develop the professional values necessary for a teaching career in inspiring and supportive settings.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 60 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 61 Teaching Early Years Education
Course code: BA (Hons) X310 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Increasingly, research shows the Year one: you will gain a Areas of study: researching A variety of assessment You will need a minimum of importance of children’s earliest foundation of underpinning early years settings, methods are used over the 160 UCAS points from one educational experiences, knowledge to help you develop professional studies and three years. These range from or more of the following: and the government’s the skills necessary for the graduate skills advanced essays to oral and poster National Childcare Strategy more specialist subjects studied research, pedagogy, curriculum presentations, and include • at least two A-levels has highlighted that the during years two and three. mathematics, curriculum portfolios, lesson planning • BTEC Level 3 Extended early years are critical to You will study the biological language, curriculum science. and research projects. Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary
Early Years Education Early Years children’s development. High and sociocultural factors which Diploma/Certificate [QCF] quality experiences with influence children’s learning Year three: you will develop DBS (Disclosure and • BTEC National Award/ trained and committed staff and cognitive development as your research skills further Barring Service) Certificate/Diploma [NQF] will prepare children most well as policy and legislation and be more independent. • International Baccalaureate effectively for later learning. issues. Finally, you will gain an This will prepare you for your As this programme may involve • AQA Baccalaureate understanding of social issues dissertation, an independent regular access to children and/ • Progression Diploma Knowledge about the relating to family diversity, research project. Topics you or vulnerable adults, you are • Advanced Diploma importance of early childhood poverty and ethnicity as well as will study in this year include legally required to complete • you will also need English experiences is built on a solid gaining European and British advanced research aims, a DBS check for which you and maths GCSE at grade foundation of theory. Research perspectives on education. which will enable you to will pay an administration fee. C or above OR Level and modern neuroscience develop the skills necessary Further details will be issued as 2 equivalent (such as show that at an age when Areas of study: developing to produce your dissertation part of the admissions process. functional skills/learndirect) children’s brains are developing the effective learner, learning and critically examine • Placement. You will need rapidly there is the greatest in the early years, policy, research methods. Other to obtain a work placement opportunity for early years provision and legislation, areas of study encompass position in order to complete professionals to help shape social science as applied to professional and ethical issues the modules successfully. their development. early years, interpersonal such as overcoming barriers The number of hours will be and communication skills, to learning, techniques of confirmed at the beginning By choosing to study for introduction to research, managing people in work of the academic year. the BA (Hons) Early Years curriculum studies. settings and the key issues Education, you will enhance involved in the care and What can I do your critical thinking skills, Year two: in this year you education of young children. after this? learn to become a reflective will deepen and expand your practitioner and discover knowledge to cover: the Areas of study: career The majority of the students the skills needed to facilitate history of early years provision development in professional on this course progress children’s development. in the UK and other European practice, special educational on to teacher training via member states, relationships, needs, foundation studies, one of these routes: Skilled early years professionals services in the voluntary, dissertation, management can help transform children’s private & public sectors, and and organisational studies, • Primary Postgraduate lives, a fact recognised by pedagogy, which will build psychological perspectives Certificate in Education the government which is on your understanding of on children’s behaviour. (Primary PGCE) committed to widening early child development. You will • School-based Initial years provision and making also be introduced to early Teacher Training (SCITT) it an all-graduate profession. years development in maths This means that it is currently and as well as personal and Other students have obtained one of the most exciting fields professional development. nursery management positions in which to learn and work. and some have progressed onto further study such as MA in Education or Social Work.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 62 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 63 Teaching Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Learning and Skills Sector)
Course code: PGCE 5617 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Two years (part-time) Cost: £1,795*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
This course covers the • principles and practice A variety of teaching Each year students complete • GCSE maths and English theoretical and practical of planning strategies are used, such as a variety of assignments at C grade or above, or aspects of teaching, • delivering and assessing group interaction, paired and including portfolios of teaching equivalent (numeracy including observations for learning individual work, one-to-one practice, presentations, viva, or literacy at Level 2) of practical teaching. • theories of learning seminars, guest speakers, case study, brochure, seminar, • a minimum of 50 • behaviour management support from subject specialist research report and blog. hours of teaching in This course is offered part- • inclusive practice mentors and regular tutorial Students need to complete each year of study time, with full tutorial support. • equality and diversity input. A range of interactive a minimum of 50 hours • an honours degree Students will be taught by • curriculum studies technologies is taught and is teaching each academic year or equivalent module tutors and are assigned • quality procedures available for use by students. and will be observed four • a mentor in the workplace a personal tutor. Members of • professional studies times each year within their who is a qualified teacher/ the teaching staff are highly • action research project working environment. lecturer (i.e. PGCE, Cert experienced in education • continuing professional Ed or DTLLS) and where studies and related disciplines. development possible is a subject The qualification is awarded specialist in the same area through the University of Essex. as the trainee teacher
Professional Graduate Certificate in Education Professional • where the mentor is Please note that not a subject specialist this course is not the trainee teacher will suitable for anyone require the support of a wishing to teach in the primary or secondary named subject coach education sectors. What can I do after this?
This course is a nationally recognised teaching qualification in the lifelong learning sector. Graduates can therefore apply for QTLS.
This course is validated by the University of Essex *per academic year for home and EU students.
Page 64 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 65 Teaching Special Education Studies
Course code: BA (Hons) X161 Venue: Southend Campus Duration: Three years (full-time) Cost: £7,000*
Why should I do What’s How will my work Entry this course? covered? be assessed? requirements
Special Education Studies is Year one: includes modules The transferable skills gained A wide variety of teaching You will need a minimum of about ensuring that everyone, on theoretical perspectives from studying this degree will methods are used, including 160 UCAS points from one regardless of their needs, such as legislation and policy enable you to feel confident lively seminars, group or more of the following: is given the opportunity frameworks for specific in creating a safe, stimulating discussion of issues arising to participate in learning needs, human growth and and supportive environment from work placements, tutor- • at least two A-levels experiences that are tailored development, applying the in which to support those led lectures, presentations, • BTEC Level 3 Extended and delivered in ways social sciences to specific with a variety of specific needs simulated case conferences, Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary that address their needs, needs, introduction to specific such as special educational assignment-based activity, Diploma/Certificate [QCF] interests and ambitions. This needs and introduction to needs, disability and mental practical exercises, role- • BTEC National Award/ Special Education Studies programme is for those looking research as well as some health in different contexts plays, reflective work, Certificate/Diploma [NQF] to progress to teaching, social work-based modules such including educational, care supervision and tutorials. • International Baccalaureate work or management in the as communication and and community settings. • AQA Baccalaureate special education and social interpersonal skills and effective The programme is assessed by • Progression Diploma care sectors and will give working practices and a skill- A wide variety of teaching coursework and examinations. • Advanced Diploma you the skills and knowledge based module developing methods are used, Examinations are all in the • you will also need English you need to create safe, the effective learner. including seminars, group first year of the programme and maths GCSE at grade stimulating and supportive discussion, tutor-led and represent about 24% of C or above OR Level learning environments. Year two: enables you to lectures, presentations, case the assessment. Remaining 2 equivalent (such as further develop your skills in conferences, assignment-based assessment comprises of functional skills/learndirect) You will benefit from being research methods, specific activity, practical exercises, portfolios, literature reviews, • DBS (Disclosure and taught by a wide variety of needs, identification and role-plays, reflective work, case studies, reports, essay, Barring Service) staff. They range from experts supporting specific needs and supervision and tutorials. seminar papers, reflective in special education to those in developing and delivering reports and action plans, What can I do from wider disciplines such learning support programmes. All learners on the programme oral presentations, project after this? as early years education and are required to undertake proposals and a dissertation. social work. This unique Year three: includes a work placement that can Possible career routes include multidisciplinary nature widens modules on advocacy be in a variety of settings DBS (Disclosure and teaching in mainstream the exposure you will have and empowerment, including a specialist or Barring Service) education (possibly as a special to a range of career options multidisciplinary working, main stream school, respite education needs coordinator), and also grants opportunities protection and vulnerability institution, care setting or As this programme may involve teaching in schools designated for you to collaborate with (safeguarding), and to build community centre. There regular access to children and/ for children with mild and students from other degrees a continuing personal and is also an element of work or vulnerable adults, you are severe learning disabilities, on joint workshops, projects professional development placement based assessment. legally required to complete or managing special units, and scholarly visits. portfolio based on the a DBS check for which you community care centres culmination of evidence will pay an administration fee. or training centres. This A very special aspect of this collected over the degree Further details will be issued as degree also prepares you for programme is the opportunity and work placement. You part of the admissions process. employment in a wide range of to undertake a work placement will also have the opportunity other social care or educational at various stages of study. to conduct an in-depth settings. Students wishing This balance between theory individual research study into to pursue further study may developed at the College and an area relevant to the main continue at postgraduate practice in the workplace curriculum of the course. level or continue in vocational ensures that by the time you training at another institution. graduate, you will be ready Others have gone on to further and confident to progress study at masters and PhD level. to relevant employment.
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www.southessex.ac.uk The most common questions asked Undertaking a higher education course is /higher-education are: “What is higher education?” and an investment in your future. Graduates “Why should I encourage my child earn a higher starting salary than non- to go into higher education?” graduates and can expect their salary to rise at a faster rate. Ten years later, on average, Higher education refers to studying for degree-qualified men earn 30% more and Higher Education qualifications such as bachelor’s degrees, higher women 46% more than non-graduates.* national diplomas or foundation degrees. Students can enter via many routes, such as Personal A-levels or through on-the-job training such development as apprenticeships. For mature students previous experience Student life is not all about studying, it’s Undertaking a can often be taken into account also about meeting new people, forming when applying for higher new friendships and making the most of higher education education courses. Higher the opportunities that higher education can education can enable you or provide. Studying will increase life experiences course is an your child to take education to by learning new skills and developing new the next level and fulfil potential. interests, helping you become a more investment in confident and well-rounded adult. Studying at a higher your future level is challenging for all students. Employers look for the key skills that studying at degree level provides such as communication, teamwork, problem solving and using information technology.
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A higher education qualification is an advantage both in terms of career prospects and progression. Employers know that a higher education qualification confers a higher standard of learning, as well as a broad range of transferable skills and competencies. By gaining such valuable skills, you or your child will have access to a broader range of interesting and fulfilling careers.
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www.southessex.ac.uk Our degree programmes are validated Our classes are small so you get more A substantial number of higher /about by the University of Essex, one of the personal attention and a more personalised education courses are taught UK’s leading academic institutions with learning experience which maximises your in colleges. There are many a top ten ranking for research. opportunity to achieve great things. reasons why you might prefer South Essex College: Career-focused Flexibility and degrees convenience • smaller classes • lower costs Our degree programmes are designed Some of our students come straight from • tutors with recent in partnership with employers to ensure sixth form while others have taken a break industry experience you’re fully prepared for employment. or spent time in work prior to starting their • our transport links are degree. This means you’ll always find people excellent with all our Why choose South Essex College Quality outcomes at College just like you and a wealth of diverse campuses being very close to for our students and different people who will enrich your life. bus and railway stations that have direct links to London; The majority of our higher education students Technology and at Southend the railway achieve a First or 2.1 in their degrees. resources station is less than a minute away from our main Our campuses are full of industry-specific reception and the expanding Designed in equipment, labs, studios and study areas. Southend airport with its You will also benefit from the Forum international links is less partnership with Southend-on-Sea, a new spectacular ultra- than three miles away modern library and learning zone. employers to ensure you’re fully prepared for employment
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www.southessex.ac.uk All of our campuses are close to London, a The county has an international reputation Many of our higher education The Forum Southend-on-Sea /international/explore-essex city that has everything. World-class cuisine, for its entertainment. Every August, Hylands students will study in the Essex unrivalled entertainment such as clubs, theatres, Park hosts the V Festival with line-ups that Forum Southend-on-Sea. cinemas, pubs, cafes, live music and comedy have included Eminem, Rihanna, Coldplay, and clubs not forgetting the many museums, Beyonce. Blackshots Fields in Grays hosts The The Forum is a £27 million galleries and Big Weekend ultra-modern library and exhibitions. every August and learning zone, which is features a massive located opposite our Southend Essex has lots All of our campuses live stage that plays Campus. It houses a huge to offer with its host to bands and range of books and resources rolling landscape, are less than one DJs. Motorsport as well as over 100 new picturesque towns enthusiasts will computers and wifi access for and villages, and hour from London love Arena Essex, your laptop and mobile devices boasts a number which regularly On the third floor our students of stately homes hosts speedway, benefit from a dedicated such as Audley End House and Ingatestone banger and stock car racing events while teaching and study space. Hall. With its country parks, nature reserves, football fans can watch clubs such as Southend award winning gardens and 350 miles of United and Grays Athletic in action. coastline Essex has something for everyone.
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Southend- Arts and Sport Thurrock on-Sea festivals and leisure Campus
With the growth of Southend as a There’s a strong community of artists in the Windsurfing, sailing and kite surfing are Students at our Thurrock Campus will discover university town, this historic and culturally- town with regular shows and exhibitions popular local pastimes, with speedboat racing that the area is rich in history and culture, rich coastal resort offers an eclectic mix at galleries such as Tap and the Focal Point and a sailing regatta also taking place every with no shortage of stimulating activities of on-trend entertainment, a varied and Gallery in The Forum Southend-on-Sea which year. If hiking along the estuary appeals to from days spent visiting stately homes to bohemian art scene and the traditional feature visits from international artists. you, you will enjoy picturesque Hadleigh heady weekends at music festivals. pleasures of a Victorian seaside venue. Country Park and a range of coastal walks. Southend’s theatres, the Cliffs Pavilion
Southend & Thurrock A convenient and the Palace Theatre, attract major For mountain bike fans the track created for The newly-built, £45million place to live West End touring productions, as well as the 2012 Olympics offers a challenging off- concerts, ballet, opera and comedy. road course for both cyclists and runners. campus consists of two Our Southend Campus is located in the heart of Southend High Street, with shops, There are also various festivals throughout Parks, gardens impressive three and four storey restaurants and bars barely a stone’s throw the year including the Southend Film Festival and history away. The transport links are excellent with (April), Village Green (June), Leigh Folk Festival buildings which include cutting- a comprehensive bus network and two (June), and the Thurrock Festival (July). Southend has a number of lavish parks, major London-bound train lines (including public gardens and woodland. edge training facilities and a nine rail stations in the borough). It is a town steeped in history with an unique outdoor amphitheatre 11th century castle, an ancient priory and churches mentioned in the Domesday Book as well as several local museums. In nearby Purfleet, the College has teamed up with the Royal Opera House (ROH) to open a Food brand new workshop. This degree programme and drink will train the next generation of costume makers for the ROH’s world-famous productions. With over 300 places to eat in the borough, from large chains and independent family-run restaurants to the College’s own Waves restaurant, Southend offers a choice of global cuisine.
Page 74 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 75 Fees and funding Accommodation
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www.ucas.com You don’t have to pay anything before No, tuition fee loans are not based on household University Square offers 562 student rooms • all bills, cleaning and internet included www.southessex.ac.uk Accommodation www.gov.uk you start your studies. Student loans are income. As long as you are eligible to apply, including 65 studio flats. All rooms are en-suite • live with your friends; apply /accommodation available to UK and EU students to cover you will receive the full tuition fee amount. with eight to ten students sharing a flat with a together as a group Fees and tuition fees and are repayable only after you full kitchen and dining facilities. Each room is • just five minutes to lectures University Square is the funding graduate and earn over £21,000 a year. How do the loan networked with 24-hour high speed internet • close to transport networks University of Essex’s purpose- repayments work? access provided at no extra cost. Residents • convenient location just off built student accommodation, Fees and funding Your main costs for higher Here are some key facts about tuition fees: can enjoy the wifi and laundry facilities. Southend High Street right next to the Southend education will be tuition fees You will only start to repay your loan • on-site gym with discounted membership campuses of both the and the cost of books and • college bursaries and financial once you earn £21,000 a year. If you stop Who can apply for rates (additional charges apply) University of Essex and equipment, however there may assistance is available to support earning £21,000 for any reason, your accommodation? • out-of-hours residents’ support South Essex College. also be other costs to consider paying for your tuition fees repayments stop and will only start again team of student volunteers such as accommodation • if you are a first time higher education when you earn more than £21,000 again. All South Essex College students aged over 18 • 24-hour reception and security presence and living costs. student you can apply for a tuition fee on full or part-time higher education courses. loan to cover the cost of your course; these You repay 9% of your income over £21,000. How do With degree courses starting loans are provided by the government So, for example, if you earn £25,000, the How much does it cost? I apply? from £7,000 a year, our fees 9% is only applied to £4,000 and you would are well below the national Am I eligible for a pay back £7 per week or £30 per month. As a guide, two year contracts for the academic Download an application form from our website. average and are among tuition fee loan? year 2015-16 are expected to be available from You can also contact the accommodation team the lowest in the region. If you wish, you can pay the costs £118.70* per week for a single en-suite study on 01702 220441 To be eligible for a tuition fee loan you must of your tuition upfront. room. This is a fixed price for two years and or email: [email protected] Please fulfil certain criteria with regards to: includes free summer vacation accommodation. note How long will it take me • UK/EU residency status to repay my loan? Standard academic year contracts for If you already hold a higher • the university or college you are studying the academic year 2015-16 are expected education qualification when at and the course you are taking This will vary depending on how much you have to be available from £128.59* per applying for entry to our • previous higher education study borrowed, but the balance of your loan will be week for a single en-suite study room undergraduate programmes (first time students) automatically written off after 30 years. If you with payments due once a term. you may not be eligible for require further information on any of the issues further tuition loan funding. regarding finance or feel you need to discuss We strongly urge you to visit your finances with an adviser please contact www.gov.uk/browse [email protected] /education/student-finance or phone 01702 220696. or contact Student Finance For further information on eligibility England direct 0845 300 50 90 for student finance please contact [email protected] To find out if you qualify, contact our higher Home and EU Non EU international education team students students admissions@ southessex.ac.uk Standard full-time degree courses £7,000 £8,000 For further information please visit Part-time degree courses £3,500 x www.gov.uk /student-finance Part-time Initial Teacher Training, HNC and HND courses £1,795 x
*These prices relate to accommodation during the 2014-15 academic year and are subject to final approval
Page 76 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 77 Entry requirements Frequently asked questions about the admissions process Read Entry Access to Higher Read more at requirements Education Diplomas more at
www.southessex.ac.uk Entry requirements for specific courses The College offers Access courses for mature What does the College feel Will any courses require me to sit www.southessex.ac.uk Frequently asked questions /access are explained with the course details in students who have the potential to study for about vocational courses? additional aptitude tests? /higher-education this prospectus and are available on the a degree but do not have the relevant entry website on the individual course listing qualifications. This one year qualification will Most of our courses have a strong vocational We will not ask you to take any of the existing pages at www.southessex.ac.uk. help you develop the knowledge, skills and element and applications from students aptitude tests (eg LNAT, BMAT) as a pre-requisite confidence needed for degree level study even taking certain vocational qualifications are for admission. We believe that the existing If you would like to discuss your eligibility if you’ve been out of education for a long welcomed. Students who have a mixed portfolio system for assessing applicants provides enough Entry requirements before submitting a formal application, please time. Access Diplomas are recognised across of qualifications (BTEC National Award/ information to make informed decisions. contact our admissions team in the first the UK and Access students are often high Certificate and A-levels) are also welcomed. instance on 0845 52 12345 or email them achievers who progress to exciting new careers. Does the College accept the at [email protected] They will Does the College use unit grades Extended Project? arrange for a tutor from the relevant course We offer Access to Higher Education in the admissions process? to contact you to discuss your individual Diplomas in art and design, business, health If your results fall short of the offer level by a situation before you formally apply. professions, social work, media, music, We do not use unit grades as standard small margin, for example one A-level grade, science, social studies and teaching. procedure; however unit grade information your Extended Project result will be taken into Mature may be used on receipt of examination account by the academic admissions tutor. applicants results for individual applicants who do not meet the conditions of their offer. What else will be taken into account If you have UCAS provides useful tailored information by the College when making offers? about university study at www.ucas.com/ Will the College accept A-level General already students/wheretostart/maturestudents Studies and A-level Critical Thinking? • GCSE performance, including possession of prerequisites (e.g. Mathematics started at If you have already started a higher education Yes. All of our departments accept either and/or English at grade C) course at another college or university and A-level General Studies or A-level Critical • AS-levels, including subject another wish to transfer, we are happy to consider Thinking, as these awards require you to mix and declared results your application on the basis of qualifications demonstrate a range of skills and knowledge. • A-level or equivalent qualifications, college or obtained elsewhere. The College works within including subject mix, need for the guidelines of the structures of the European prerequisites, and predicted grades university Credit Transfer System (ECTS). • good personal statement, expressing Please contact [email protected] clear motivation to study the subject and and wish to in the first instance before making an demonstrating academic skills such as critical application to discuss further. thinking, analytical skills and problem-solving transfer, we skills, as well as good communication skills • enrichment and extra-curricular activity, are happy including work experience, qualifications (e.g. Duke of Edinburgh, Young Enterprise), to consider positions of responsibility held, evidence of non-academic achievements and engagement your in relevant cultural and social activities, which would be indicated in your personal statement application • reference from school or college • interview/audition performance (if required) • portfolio evidence (if required) • any relevant mitigating circumstances which have a bearing upon your application
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www.southessex.ac.uk If English isn’t your first language, you will need Please see the UKCISA website and the Our aim is to support you from application Trained counsellors are available to provide For more information about Supporting your success /entry to show that you have a recognised English British Council website, both organisations through to your graduation ceremony with the confidential support and advice. They can the type of support and language qualification. Entry requirements for produce useful information and guidance highest quality information, advice and guidance. also provide contact details for specialist facilities available to students international students can be found on our that will assist you in applying for a visa Our student services team has been assessed support groups and organisations. Our with particular learning website at and help prepare you for life in the UK for, and attained, the highest quality standards. College chaplain supports staff and students difficulties or disabilities, please www.southessex.ac.uk/international from all faiths and religious groups. call student services on Please note if you require UK Border Agency For overseas students Careers advice 0845 52 12345, Sponsorship, English language criteria is already in the UK and guidance Students email: hesupport@ International Students detailed at www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk with disabilities southessex.ac.uk As a prospective student you will only qualify for Our careers service will provide you with or visit our website at If you would like to discuss your eligibility before a ‘General Student’ visa when you are studying all the advice and resources you need to The College has effective systems in place for www.southessex.ac.uk submitting a formal application, please contact full-time in the UK. For further information research your chosen career and to enhance assessing an individual’s needs, which includes /he-student-services our admissions team on 0845 52 12345 or via please refer to the UK Border Agency website. your employment prospects in today’s both hidden and email at [email protected] competitive graduate job market. You will physical disabilities. have access to advice and guidance on career Our well-qualified and Our well-qualified choice and planning, progression to further experienced advisers study and employer information throughout facilitate support and experienced your time with us. One-to-one impartial for students with a guidance is available by appointment and variety of disabilities. advisers facilitate advisers can be found in student services. These include hearing impairments, dyslexia, support for students Our careers advisers have access to a wealth mobility issues and of information on graduate careers and visual impairments. with a variety occupational information written by the Staff engage in Association of Graduate Careers Advisory ongoing professional of disabilities Services. Free magazines and employer development to ensure directories are also available. You can also their knowledge access online careers information and e-based and skills are up-to-date. Additional support guidance (e.g. Prospects Planner test) and may be available to students through discuss outcomes with a careers adviser. Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs).
Financial Please see Page 76 for further details on this type advice of financial support or visit www.southessex.ac.uk Our advisers can discuss money matters with /higher-education/fees-and-funding you and inform you of the financial support you may be eligible for from both Student Finance In partnership with DSA Assessors, we can advise England and the College. They will support on the availability of a range of equipment to you with any applications and can help you to meet your requirements, including laptops with understand your budget whilst you study. voice-activated software and a wide variety of For more information on financial support adaptive technology. Study skills sessions can see page 76 or visit also be arranged for supported students to assist www.southessex.ac.uk with planning their time, as well as improving /higher-education/fees-and-funding literacy, numeracy and essay writing skills.
Page 80 0845 52 12345 www.southessex.ac.uk/higher-education Page 81 South Essex College University of Essex Student Union
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When you enrol at South Essex The Student Union attend regular meetings You can help your Union by becoming a Ranked in the top two percent of world The Forum is a brand new, landmark civic 01206 873666 University of Essex College, you automatically with the Senior Leadership Team, HE staff and Student Union Officer, running for election to universities and celebrating its 50th anniversary educational facility. It houses the University’s [email protected] become a member of the HE students to discuss your issues, comments becoming a course representative or simply in 2014, the University of Essex has established Learning Hub, which is open 24/7 and College’s Student Union. and ideas. We are involved in negotiating just feeding back information about your a global reputation for pioneering research and provides innovative IT and study spaces, from For more information about with outside organisations to get better deals experiences and expectations. You could top quality teaching. Over the past five decades, quiet reading areas to technology-driven the University of Essex, its Student Union South Essex College Student for students and we contribute to, and run, join one of our societies such as Arena Live the University of Essex has grown to more than group working pods. In addition, it is home campuses and the wide range Union is run by students who social events such as the College’s Fresher’s or even set up a society of your own. 12,000 students who come from 130 countries to the SU office and a student services hub, of courses on offer, please visit are democratically elected by Fair, comedy & quiz nights, and career fairs to become an which provides a single point of contact for www.essex.ac.uk or contact their peers to ensure that the in partnership with Reed NCFE. Your Union To find out more, like us on Facebook international student support, finance and registry. The the Undergraduate Admissions voice of the student body exists provides and encourages the setting up www.facebook.com/secsu Ranked in community for Forum also provides an integrated public Office to request a prospectus. and is heard. Your Student of societies such as Arena Live and Inspire visit our website original thinkers. and academic library, the first of its kind in Union is there solely to improve Enterprise Society to support and enrich student www.secsu.org the top two the UK and an excellent learning resource. the student experience both employability skills outside of the classroom. or email the Student Union Academic academically and socially. [email protected] percent departments University span the faculties Square of world of Humanities, Science & Health, University Square, the University’s high universities and Social quality student accommodation complex, Sciences, which has become an iconic building in Southend bring together town centre since it opened in 2010. world leading departments, schools, centres Conveniently located just off the High Street and institutes across three vibrant campuses and only a two minute walk from the Southend in Colchester, Loughton and Southend. Placed Campus, it is also home to the new state- in the top ten UK universities for research of-the art Evolve gym and fitness studio. quality, and top for social science, Essex is also ranked second for student satisfaction among mainstream UK universities.
Southend Campus
The University’s Southend Campus is located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, adjacent to South Essex College and offers specialist resources and state-of-the-art facilities for students registered with the University of Essex, including Clifftown Theatre & Studios and The Gateway Building, which also houses a GP and dental practice, multi-faith chaplaincy and The Union, the Southend Campus venue for the University of Essex Students’ Union (SU).
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