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Cityhigher of Bristol College | Higher Education Prospectus | 2020/2021 Higher Education Prospectus - Contents cityofbristol.ac.uk 2 Contents Welcome to our University Centre 4 Be unique, do it your way 5 Big up Bristol 9 Student life 12 Qualifications explained 13 University partners 15 Industry partnerships 19 Our awarding organisations 20 A great location to learn 22 Advanced Engineering Centre 23 Ashley Down Centre 25 College Green Centre 27 South Bristol Skills Academy 29 Construction Skills Centre 31 Our courses 33 Business 35 Computing 45 Construction 49 Creative Arts & Media 53 Education & Training 59 Engineering & Manufacturing 65 Health & Social Care 71 City of Bristol College undertakes to provide the education and support services detailed within the brochure. It does not Access to HE courses guarantee the provision of such services, since circumstances beyond the control of the College may affect its ability to do so. 79 The information given was correct at the time of going to print but may suffer amendment from time to time without prior notice, in relation to both individual course fees and the facilities and services from or provided by the College. Higher Apprenticeships, A minimum enrolment total is required for the opening of any class. The College reserves the right to cancel or change a class, Professional Courses and Apprenticeships 80 course or programme if there is a significant reduction in attendance, or where the minimum enrolment total is not achieved, or due to changes beyond our control. How to apply 81 We’re committed to providing high quality services for everyone. If you’re unhappy with the standard of service that you have received from us and wish to make a formalised complaint, our complaints process will allow you to feedback your comments. Your study centres 83 Please visit www.cityofbristol.ac.uk/about-us/college-policies/complaints-procedure. Your fees and funding Terms and conditions of course cancellations and fee payments are outlined in the college fees policy 84 www.cityofbristol.ac.uk/about-us/college-policies/fees-policy. Where to find us 85 3 Higher Education Prospectus - Welcome to our University Centre cityofbristol.ac.uk 4 It’s time to consider a university level

I loved doing my programme with course - it has been fantastic! It has City of Bristol College cemented everything We offer something distinct and different to studying at a I have been working big university. Our class sizes are smaller, enabling us to offer towards over the past individual support tailored to your needs, and we are very few years. experienced in supporting students who are balancing work and study, or who have family or care responsibilities. Romy, FdA Creative Our higher education provision student looking for a change or Arts Therapies Studies is rated Silver in the Teaching advancement in your career - Excellence Framework. Our come and talk to one of our teaching staff are both experienced specialist staff. They will give you academics and industry all the guidance you need to be professionals, giving you access able to make an informed decision. to the most contemporary links between theory and practice. I look forward to welcoming you to the University Centre at City of Many of our courses are offered in Bristol College. partnership with local universities such as the University of the West of England, Bath Spa University and the University of Plymouth. Andy Forbes We also have a wide variety of Principal and Chief Executive professional courses accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and many more.

So, no matter what your reasons for studying higher education - whether you are 18 and looking for the whole university experience on your doorstep, or a mature 5 Higher Education Prospectus - Be unique, do it your way cityofbristol.ac.uk 6

Be unique,

We’re Silver a change, an 18 year old or do it your way We have been rated silver a mature student, we offer a Why #ReachHigher at City of Bristol College? in the Teaching Excellence course to suit anyone’s needs. Framework by the Higher Education Funding Council for Safe and secure England in June 2017. Our courses are validated by highly regarded universities from across the South West, such as the University of the Excellent standards West of England, Bath Spa We have been awarded the University and the University UK Quality Assured mark of Plymouth. by the Quality Assurance Agency to reflect the excellent Smaller class sizes standards of our higher Our smaller class sizes aims education courses. to maximise your opportunity for learning with our teachers Specialist in the field aiming to get to know the The college’s teachers are students as individuals. experts in their field and have wide ranging and current Supportive and caring industry experience. They will You come first. We have a provide you with ongoing dedicated student welfare support during your time at support team who are the college to ensure you available to listen, support, reach your full potential. advise and point you in the right general direction. Reaching higher In the latest National Wide range of courses Student Survey, 84% of our We offer courses which will students agree their course give you all the skills and had provided them with knowledge you need to enter opportunities to apply into your dream career. what they had learned – With options for full and this is above the 80% part-time courses, there national average. is something which can fit around your schedules and We are for everyone other commitments. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking for 7 Higher Education Prospectus - Be unique, do it your way cityofbristol.ac.uk 8

More for your money We’re employer-focused Our college offers affordable We are committed to your tuition fees to make sure journey and career, that is why our courses are open and we pride ourselves on our accessible to more people. excellent links with employers You won’t be priced out of the such as St Monica Trust, Avon market by extortionate costs and Somerset Constabulary and we offer special bursaries and DAF Trucks UK which help for some pre-existing students. bridge the gap between skills and jobs. Take your pick With four learning centres Bristol is the best across Bristol and South One of Britain’s best cities is Gloucestershire, you could be big enough to be exciting but My tutor supported right in the hub of the bustling small enough to not get lost. everyone on the city at College Green, close to With fantastic travel links by course a tremendous the infamous Gloucester Road road, train, bus and bike to at our Ashley Down Centre, the other side of the city and amount, which made in the heart of south Bristol’s into the countryside, you will all the difference to buzzing Hengrove Park at our never be short of things to do. our learning. award-winning eco-friendly With some of the finest bars, South Bristol Skills Academy or restaurants, museums, theatres experiencing the bright lights and music venues in the Katie, HNC Construction of the latest technology at our country – get a taste of what & The Built Environment Advanced Engineering Centre. the West Country has to offer. (Civil Engineering) 9 Higher Education Prospectus - Big up Bristol cityofbristol.ac.uk 10

The grass really is greener Travelling to our four centres Chosen as the European is easy, with public transport, Green Capital for 2015, Bristol free parking at two of our stood out as the clear winner centres – the AEC and Ashley Big up Bristol thanks to its commitment to Down – and paid-for parking Bristol has a lot to offer. Bright lights and late nights environmental improvement facilities at College Green at are surrounded by green hills, rolling rivers and and sustainable development. SBSA. If you prefer to travel to It is now seen as a source of college on two wheels, each of beautiful countryside. It’s a cultural centre in its inspiration for other European our campuses has bike storage own right, and also somehow close to everywhere – cities to promote best outside the front door. from London to Land’s End, you’re never that far environmental practices. away in Bristol. A city which celebrates Best buy! Bristol’s calendar is full of From the wonderful festivals and events all year Voted for by the people A wealth of employers independent shops of round for even rainy days. In 2017, Bristol was crowned Bristol is a hub for major Gloucester Road to the With food festivals galore the best place to live in the industries such as engineering, exclusive boutiques of Clifton, along the riverside, the UK by the Sunday Times and health, creative and digital. there are a number of local famous Bristol Balloon Fiesta, has now topped the list for There are plenty of career and chain businesses to get Bristol Pride which takes over the happiest city in Britain in opportunities with employers your school supplies or trendy and covers the town centre 2019. Described as ‘a small such as Rolls Royce, NHS, outfit from. Take a shopping in vibrant colour and the city which feels like a big city’ Brunelcare, St Monica trip the Cabot Circus or The cultural celebration of St Paul’s it was praised for being Trust, Avon and Somerset Galleries as well as wandering Carnival. ‘handily placed for seaside Constabulary, Channel 4 Hub, through to Bristol Shopping and scenery’. ITV West Country Bristol 247 Quarter in the city centre. Bristol is attractive and Mammal Create, to name There are many world-class Since receiving the award, but a few! We are connected attractions in Bristol including Bristol has gone from Bristol has excellent transport the iconic Clifton Suspension strength to strength with high Painting the town every links with trains to London, Bridge, Britain’s most employment levels, a range of colour Wales, Cornwall and the North acclaimed historic ship Brunel’s independent and chain shops Banksy is known and loved all easily accessible from SS Great Britain, the world’s as well as culture hub. by the world and many of his Bristol Temple Meads. There fifth oldest zoo, a leading works can be found around are regular bus routes into the science centre and a range of Bristol has an energetic and Bristol and the surrounding city centre and neighbouring free museums. You will never vibrant sports scene across area – with his famous towns and communities as be bored. many diverse communities. Dismaland being held a well as easy-to-navigate Boasting two football clubs – stone’s throw away in Weston- road systems. Bristol City and Bristol Rovers – super-Mare. But there is a lot a Gallagher Premiership rugby more to Bristol’s graffiti and club, Bristol Bears, as well as a street art scene – from the number of hockey, netball and side of buildings to inside tennis leagues to boot, it is no galleries, you will find fresh wonder the city was awarded and innovative masterpieces the title of UK’s European City designed to inspire and Check out visitbristol.co.uk of Sport in 2017. provoke thought. to find out more about what Bristol has to offer! 11 Higher Education Prospectus - Student life cityofbristol.ac.uk 12 Student life Becoming a student is more than just deciding what you want to learn and what you want to be when you Everyone at college grow up, it is about how you want to learn, who you was so supportive. want to learn with and where. At City of Bristol College, Photography helped we support you every step of the way and give you the my healing and I attention you need to succeed on your chosen course. wouldn’t be where I am now if I hadn’t We offer a range of additional student landlords and halls taken the leap. support services to help make of residence across Bristol life a little bit easier and allow near a centre suitable for you. Kayleigh, FdA you to concentrate fully on Speak to our Student Services Professional Photography your studies. They include: for more information on career advice, counselling, accommodation. help finding part-time jobs, study support and welfare Become a student advice. ambassador If you enjoy working with We understand starting people and want to gain university and college can be communication, public daunting and moving away speaking and team working from your family or gaining skills then why not join the HE more independence can be student ambassador team? unnerving but with our support Be the one which helps, offers we will ensure you get the advice and supports our most out of studying with us. current and future students at college events and other Find your voice events across the city. You Our students come first and to will earn some rewards, gain be able to improve our service, something positive for your CV we ask students to give and have fun along the way. feedback on all of their course modules as well as providing Graduation individual online feedback The main event in the HE about their course and the calendar is the HE graduation. college facilities through the If you complete your course National Student Survey. you will be invited to celebrate You can nominate and elect your success at our Higher student representatives who Education Awards Ceremony will go to course review which is held in the grand meetings and student forums. surroundings of Bristol Cathedral. Dress up in your Student accommodation finest attire and put on your We can offer you advice on gown and graduation cap for student accommodation and this memorable occasion! put you in contact with reliable 13 Higher Education Prospectus - Qualifications explained cityofbristol.ac.uk 14

Whether you’ve just left sixth form or college, want to Qualifications develop your existing career, or change to a completely explained new one, a Foundation Degree will equip you with the Don’t be overwhelmed by all the different necessary skills for your future. qualifications. Here’s a handy summary of the main ones on offer at City of Bristol College. Once you’ve graduated you can choose whether to focus Higher National Certificate degree or a higher education on your career, or carry on (HNC) and Higher National equivalent. studying (usually for just one Diploma (HND) more full-time year) for an These higher-level vocational Foundation Degree Honours Degree. qualifications are particularly A Foundation Degree is popular within certain a higher-level vocational Foundation Year/Year 0 industries. qualification consisting of 240 These one-year courses credits at level four or five. are designed for students They can be studied over one who don’t have the entry or two years and mean you It’s designed to help you qualifications needed to start can combine work and study. develop: an Honours Degree. They may offer direct access to an Once you’ve completed your Specialist skills and Honours Degree. HND or HNC, you could top- knowledge to maximise up to a Foundation or Honours your employability in your Higher Apprenticeship Degree. HNCs usually earn a chosen industry sector Higher apprenticeships minimum of 120 credits and Practical work experience combine a range of on and for HNDs it’s 240 credits. skills off the job training and can General work skills like vary in the length of time they Degree reasoning, professionalism take to complete. This means A Bachelors, or Honours and work process you can do an apprenticeship Degree, usually takes three management to either up to degree equivalent level years of full-time higher level supervisory or management that’s specifically designed to study to complete. level meet employers’ needs for Enhanced skills, including higher level skills. It’s designed to give you a communication, IT and thorough understanding of a problem solving. subject and develop analytical, Access to Higher Education If you want to study for a intellectual and essay/ We joined forces with partner degree but don’t have the dissertation writing skills. universities and employers entry requirements, an Access to design our Foundation to Higher Education course These level six degrees are Degrees. Most can be studied could be the ideal route. highly attractive to employers full-time over two years and It’ll make you ready for and create the possibility some are available part-time university in just one year. of progression to a masters over three years. 15 Higher Education Prospectus - University partners cityofbristol.ac.uk 16

University partners

We are proud to work in partnership with a range of A University Centre for South Bristol universities who validate our Foundation Degrees City of Bristol College and the University of the West of England, and Honours Degree programmes. Bristol are working to increase Bristol residents’ progression to, and participation in higher education.

The two institutions are discussing exciting plans to develop a University Centre in South Bristol. The new University Centre University of the West of England will be hosted by the college’s South Bristol Skills Academy in Hengrove Park. The new higher education offer accredited by UWE Bristol, plans to include: Through our partnership with satisfaction (National Student UWE Bristol, you can choose Survey, 2019). Its diverse to study a course through the student community study 2020/21: University but be based here a wide range of degrees Foundation Degree in Educational Support (see p.64) at the college. We offer a across UWE Bristol’s three number of UWE Bristol courses main campuses, and even Foundation Degree in Event Management* including Business, Healthcare internationally. and Aerospace Engineering. Although you will be based September 2021 and 2022: As a UWE Bristol student at the college, you will be Foundation degrees and degree apprenticeships in the studying at City of Bristol part of the UWE Bristol construction, conservation and environmental science College, you will benefit student community. You will sectors* from both institutions’ strong have access to all UWE Bristol links with industry and study facilities, including their large The partnership between the two institutions will extend the a course that is designed to 24/7 library at Frenchay city’s higher education footprint to South Bristol and enable equip you for a great career. Campus, extensive online access to degree level study options which align with the library resources, social and city region’s skills and workforce demands. Programmes Your course will be quality learning spaces and sports developed in conjunction with the city’s anchor employers will assured by the University, centre. secure learning of the most up-to-date skills, knowledge and showing employers you have understanding, and therefore future-proofing students’ careers met their high academic You will also have full access and employment ambitions. standards. You will also have to the Students’ Union at UWE the opportunity to progress to Bristol where you can access *subject to validation a full honours degree. support and a wide range of UWE Bristol is a large and activities to join in with outside popular university, ranked in your studies. the top 20 for student uwe.ac.uk 17 Higher Education Prospectus - University partners cityofbristol.ac.uk 18

Bath Spa University University of Plymouth We work in partnership with We have a long history of Bath Spa University to deliver working in partnership with the work based Foundation the University of Plymouth Degree in Early Years. to offer a wide range of This qualification is a crucial subject areas including: part of a national drive to Business, Computing, Health improve the career pathway & Social Care Management, and qualifications for Counselling, Media and practitioners working in the Creative Arts Therapies. early years sector. As a student on a partnership The degree enables you to course with the University, you study and reflect alongside are part of a wider community working in your early of 9,500 Plymouth students childhood settings. studying off campus at one of 32 partner institutions. Considerable emphasis is placed on developing You can access online innovative and flexible University services, use its methods of teaching and library, electronic resources assessment, and students and learning support materials find the academic environment through its web-based student both supportive and portal (including access to the accessible. Careers Service, online careers information (MyCareer) portal The University also has and jobs board). strong partnerships with early childhood settings, providing You can link in with the students with a wide range Students’ Union (UPSU) of career pathways and and access sport clubs, employment opportunities. societies, the advice service, volunteering opportunities, In fact about 96.1% of Bath student representation and Spa graduates find themselves sports facilities. in work or further study within six months of graduating. plymouth.ac.uk

bathspa.ac.uk 19 Higher Education Prospectus - Industry partnerships cityofbristol.ac.uk 20

Industry Our awarding partnerships organisations When you study with us, you can be sure of receiving the very best training from City of Bristol College is proud to work with a long list of industry partners experienced, enthusiastic tutors. And better still, you’ll work towards valuable across the South West to offer our learners industry experience with inspiring qualifications from recognised and respected bodies. You can also reach your companies including: St Monica Trust, DAF, National Composites Centre, chartered status. Avon & Somerset Police, Bristol City Council, Allianz, Bristol Marriott Hotel, Brunelcare, STCT and many more. Many students progress into employment within these companies.

Chartered Institute of Accrediting many of our Personnel and Development teaching qualifications, Chartered Management accredit our human resources Foundation Degrees and security Institute qualifications certifications

Accredit our Accrediting our Level 2 & 3 Accredit our Foundation Access to HE courses counselling qualifications Degree in Counselling

CELTA international English The Chartered Chartered Institute of teaching qualifications Institute of Building Marketing

It’s worth noting that we also offer many courses which, although not nationally recognised, will certainly help you to develop new skills or progress in your chosen career. Accrediting our AAT Accounting Level 4 qualification All our teachers and assessors have vast professional experience in their specialist industries and we work hard to create worthwhile and inspiring training programmes. 21 Higher Education Prospectus - A great location to learn cityofbristol.ac.uk 22

A great

location to learn City of Bristol College is a dynamic place to learn, with four excellent learning centres across the city at College Green, Ashley Down, Advanced Engineering Centre at Parkway and South Bristol Skills Academy in Hengrove Park. Each centre has its own unique character and specialisms, supported by fantastic facilities.

As a student, you will be Together our four centres boast welcome at all centres. Your over 150 specialist workshops, home centre will depend on studios, laboratories and the course you choose, but classrooms, including purpose- you may find yourself taking built industry standard facilities occasional classes at other for our specialist work-focused centres too. technical qualifications and apprenticeships. A new £9 Investing in fantastic facilities million Construction Skills In the last three years we have Centre will be ready in 2021 invested £10 million in our to further enhance and extend fantastic college facilities. this significant area of training. 23 Higher Education Prospectus - Advanced Engineering Centre cityofbristol.ac.uk 24

Advanced Engineering Centre (AEC) at Parkway AEC is a purpose-built engineering centre with state-of-the-art facilities including workshops, laboratories, computer aided simulation rigs and testing/diagnostic equipment.

An investment of £4 million provided an extra 1,200 m2 of new accommodation, enabling students to work with the latest engineering equipment within superb industry standard facilities. There are a wide range of engineering subjects, specialisms and skills at AEC.

Specialist facilities include:

Aircraft hangar/workshop Jet engine rooms

Avionics laboratory Machine workshop

CAD centre Maintenance workshop

Electronics laboratory Pneumatics laboratory

Engineering workshop Plus: food hall, free wi-fi, Study Centre, Study Plus Hand skills workshops & prayer room, student common room and

Hydraulics laboratory Student Services. 25 Higher Education Prospectus - Ashley Down Centre cityofbristol.ac.uk 26

Ashley Down Centre This vibrant centre, which is conveniently located near Gloucester Road, houses a diverse range of modern specialist facilities, as well as our University Centre, inside a wonderful historic building. Specialist facilities include:

Art therapy studios Plus: Costa, food hall, free wi-fi, Study Centre, Study Counselling facilities Plus, prayer room, student common room and Student Concrete laboratory Services. Environmental technology centre 27 Higher Education Prospectus - College Green Centre cityofbristol.ac.uk 28

College Green Centre Being right in the heart of the city, there’s always loads going on in and around College Green.

It’s easy to get here and it’s easy to enjoy the city’s culture and facilities when you are not in college.

Specialist facilities include:

Art studios Science Laboratories

CAD centre Plus: food hall, free wi-fi, Starbucks, Study Centre, Dark room Study Plus, prayer room, student common room, Mac suites hair and beauty salons, restaurant and Student Media studios Services. Photography studios 29 Higher Education Prospectus - South Bristol Skills Academy cityofbristol.ac.uk 30

South Bristol Skills Academy (SBSA)

This impressive modern building is home to a range of specialist training facilities to support some of our technical qualifications and apprenticeships.

The bright and spacious classrooms and workshops provide a fantastic learning environment.

In this centre you will find; Costa, food hall, free wi-fi, Study Centre, Study Plus, prayer room, student common room, hair and beauty salons, restaurant and Student Services. 31 Higher Education Prospectus - Construction Skills Centre cityofbristol.ac.uk 32

Construction Skills Centre opening 2021

September 2021 will see the opening of the highly-anticipated £9million Construction Skills Centre, based at our South Bristol Skills Academy (SBSA).

The new 2,500sqm centre will Through this centre, we feature a range of specialist will deliver construction workshops, classrooms and curriculum and training in support facilities. South Bristol as part of our provision with The state-of-the-art facilities top-of-the-range equipment will include work rooms and experienced, industry for wood trades including professionals leading the joinery, carpentry, furniture classes. and machining as well as wet trades such as brickwork Students at the Construction The £9million centre has been funded by the college with support from the and plastering. Skills Centre will also have West of England Local Enterprise Partnership through the Local Growth Fund, access to a food hall, free administrated by the Combined Authority. Students at the facility will wi-fi, Study Centre, Study also have access to general Plus, prayer rooms and maintenance rooms for Student Services at the painting and decorating and a SBSA campus. motor vehicle workshop. 33 Higher Education Prospectus - Our courses cityofbristol.ac.uk 34

Our courses We are committed to delivering challenging and engaging undergraduate degrees and offer an inspiring range of courses.

As you look through these pages at the different opportunities we have on offer, you should look to the future in one, two or even three years’ time as you celebrate your success at our Higher Education Awards Ceremony.

35 Higher Education Prospectus - Business cityofbristol.ac.uk 36 Business Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Where it can take you This course provides a general On successful completion of the foundation in business and course, you may be able to progress management theories and concepts on to the BA (Hons) Business degree by exploring the nature of business, at the University of Plymouth. Please how business meets the needs note that there is a deadline for of customers, stakeholders and progression applications and places employees, and how factors outside may be subject to availability. the organisation affect business performance. It will prepare you for Students wishing to continue their a career in business management professional development can and equip you with real-world also progress to a range of higher business skills to work in a wide level accredited qualifications in range of industries. marketing, management, HR or finance. Alternatively, you can You can also study this qualification progress onto various careers in a through an apprenticeship route. range of sectors.

What you’ll learn The course is studied on a modular basis and includes a wide range Course duration Business of subjects such as: marketing 2 years Why choose Business? fundamentals, business environment, Whether you are a budding finance and accounting, research, Where you’ll study entrepreneur or want to gain economics, HR management, Ashley Down Centre employment in a business related sustainability, plus many more. field, studying at the college could Entry requirements Delivery method help significantly improve your 56 UCAS points career prospects. Not only do many This course is delivered by lecturers, seminars, workshops, guest Access to Higher Education Diploma of our students go on to achieve in an appropriate pathway great professional and academic speakers, industry case studies, visits and placements whilst 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 or equivalent to success, they also highly rate their include English and maths studies with us. supported by Moodle, our Virtual Learning Environment. Career opportunities Mature applicants with relevant experience and/or related Banker qualifications are welcome to apply. Business Manager Events Manager You’ll need to be prepared for an Human Resources Manager How to apply UCAS code interview. Insurance Agent Coming soon Apply through UCAS N100 Marketing Executive FdA Event Management Fees Market Research Analyst Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 South Bristol Skills Academy Operations Manager Approved by: University of Plymouth Due to start in 2020/21* Product Manager *subject to validation UWE Bristol Strategic Planner 37 Higher Education Prospectus - Business cityofbristol.ac.uk 38 Management & Leadership Strategic Management & Leadership Level 5 Extended Diploma Level 5 Diploma Level 7 Extended Diploma Overview Overview Where it can take you The programme has been developed Course duration The programme has been developed This course can be upgraded to a to meet the needs of practicing 1 year to meet the needs of practicing Post Graduate Diploma by the study managers and those who aspire managers and those who aspire of further CMI units at Level 7. Other Where you’ll study to a career in management. The Ashley Down Centre to a career in management. The alternatives can include: MBA at qualification links to the NVQs in programme is designed to be the University of Bath or Gloucester, management at level 5 and forms Entry requirements flexible to meet the needs of the MSc in Strategic Management at the part of a professional qualification Full or part-time employment target audience and give students University of Bristol or various other pathway for managers. (continuous voluntary/charity role access to up-to-date management post-graduate awards. could be considered too). This theory and practice. The qualification You can also study this qualification condition must be met. is part of a suite of management through an apprenticeship route. Level 4 qualification in any discipline qualifications offered by the Course duration Experience in a supervisory/ Chartered Management Institute who 1 year What you’ll learn managerial/coaching/mentoring role are the country’s leading awarding Where you’ll study There are nine units in this (1-3 years) body of management qualifications. Ashley Down Centre qualification including: You must have a good standard of English and maths Entry requirements Personal development as a What you’ll learn Students usually need one or more of There are nine units in this manager and leader You’ll need to be prepared for an the following: qualification including: Information based decision making interview. Level 5 Professional Diploma in Personal development as a Practices of resource management Fees Management Studies strategic leader Meeting stakeholder and quality Diploma: £2100* A relevant degree or substantial needs Extended Diploma: £2500* Strategic performance senior management experience will Conducting a management project All fees include CMI membership management be welcomed Managing ideas and innovation (varying costs) Financial management Full or part-time employment Strategic information management Plus 3 other units Accredited by: (continuous voluntary/charity Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Conducting a strategic role could be considered too) management project employment for 3+ years. This Delivery method * This price rise from £2000 is in Through a mixture of practical work, Organisational direction condition must be met preparation for the college presentations, group work and Plus 3 other units A minimum 3 years in a managerial gaining chartered status coursework. You will be supported role. (subject to validation) through individual and group Delivery method You’ll need to be prepared for an tutorials. Through a mixture of practical work, interview. presentations, group work and Fees Where it can take you How to apply coursework. You will be supported Apply through Course code £3000* This course progresses naturally to through individual and group City of Bristol College FBP0218C01 All fees include CMI membership the CMI Level 7 Extended Diploma tutorials. (varying costs) in Strategic Management and Leadership. Students may also choose other routes, such as CIPD in Accredited by: Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Human Resources, Marketing or an NVQ at Level 5 or 7. * This price rise from £2500 is in preparation for the college How to apply gaining chartered status Apply through Course code (subject to validation) City of Bristol College FBP1704A01 39 Higher Education Prospectus - Business cityofbristol.ac.uk 40 Human Resource Management Marketing Level 5 Intermediate Certificate Level 4 Professional Certificate Overview Where it can take you Overview This course is suitable for those This qualification is often an essential If you are working in marketing and Course duration looking to develop a career in requirement for management roles want to advance your career then 1 year part-time HR management or development within HR and therefore successful this course could be for you. It will Bite-size modules available and want to study a recognised completion enhances your career provide you with the knowledge, qualification. It will help you progression and employment skills and ability to confidently do Where you’ll study develop your ability to evaluate the opportunities, those wishing to all the activities that a Marketing College Green Centre effectiveness of human resources continue their studies may progress Manager would need to do. models and practices, and increase to the CIPD advanced level Entry requirements your understanding of organisations, qualifications. What you’ll learn You will need one or more of the whilst also developing your Successful completion of three following: management planning, analytical modules will lead to the CIM 2 A levels or equivalent and problem solving skills. Professional Certificate. However CIM Introductory Certificate Course duration you can study just one module at a 1 year part-time Any relevant Level 3 qualification What you’ll learn time to achieve individual awards You will study three core units: and build up to a qualification later. Foundation Degree in Business with Marketing Bachelor’s or Master’s Developing professional practice Where you’ll study College Green Centre Marketing – the role and function of Degree from a recognised university, Business issues and the context of marketing. An in-depth look at the with at least one third of credits human resources Entry requirements role and function of marketing, as coming from marketing content Using information in human A minimum of 2 years’ experience well as influences on the behaviour professional practice (two years in a resources within a human resources or learning of customers marketing operational role) Additional optional units may and development environment, Integrated communications Business experience in marketing or include: with responsibility for implementing Digital marketing business policies and procedures. A good standard of spoken and Resourcing and talent planning Good standard of spoken and written English

Reward management written English. Delivery method Through a mixture of practical work, CIM diagnostic assessment Employee engagement A Level 3 CIPD Certificate in Human presentations, group work and You may require an interview. Employment law Resources Practice is desirable coursework. You will be supported Developing leadership and You may require an interview. through individual and group management skills Fees tutorials. Module 1 £470, Module 2 £470, Implementing coaching and Fees Module 3 £470 mentoring £2145 Where it can take you On completion of this course you Additional Costs Additional Costs CIM membership CIPD membership will be able to progress onto the Delivery method Assessment entry costs Through a mixture of practical Professional Diploma in Marketing work, presentations, group work Accredited by: Level 6. Accredited by: and coursework. You will be Chartered Institute of Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) supported through individual and Personnel and Development (CIPD) group tutorials. How to apply Apply through City of Bristol College

How to apply Marketing Integrated Digital Marketing Full Qualification Course code Communications Apply through Course code Course code Course code Course code City of Bristol College FGE1800B01-1 FGE0585B01-1 FGE0586B01-1 FGE0587B01-1 FGE1384A01-1 41 Higher Education Prospectus - Business cityofbristol.ac.uk 42 Marketing Level 6 Professional Diploma Overview Delivery method If you are working in marketing Through a mixture of practical work, and working in an operational, presentations, group work and Course duration supervisory or management role and coursework. You will be supported 1 year part-time want to develop and broaden your through individual and group Bite-size modules available knowledge and skills, this course will tutorials. help you to explore a range of areas Where you’ll study in marketing. Where it can take you College Green Centre On completion of this course The aim of the course is to give you’ll gain instant credibility with Entry requirements you the required knowledge, skills employers. You will also have the You will need one or more of the and understanding at management opportunity to progress to the CIM following: level to take a strategic approach Postgraduate Diploma Level 7, or a CIM Level 4 Professional Certificate to marketing planning. By management course. in Marketing qualification understanding key marketing metrics Any relevant Level 4 qualification and measurement techniques you Foundation Degree in Business with will be able to interpret relevant How to apply Apply through City of Bristol College Marketing Bachelor’s or Master’s insights and make informed strategic Degree from a recognised university, decisions. with at least one third of credits Mastering Metrics Digital Strategy coming from marketing content What you’ll learn Course code Course code professional practice (two years in Successful completion of three FGE0589B01-1 FGE0590B01-1 marketing operational role) modules will lead to the CIM CIM diagnostic assessment Professional Diploma. However you

can study just one module at a time Strategic Marketing Full Qualification You’ll need to be prepared for an to achieve individual awards and Course code Course code interview. build up to a qualification later. FGE0588B01-1 FGE1385A01-1

Strategic marketing Fees Mastering metrics Module 1 £650, Module 2 £650, Digital strategy Module 3 £650

Additional Costs CIM membership Assessment entry costs

Accredited by: Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) 43 Higher Education Prospectus - Accounting cityofbristol.ac.uk 44 Accounting Level 4 Diploma Overview This one-year, 6.5-hour-a-week Course duration diploma course will extend 1 year part-time your existing knowledge and Where you’ll study understanding in financial College Green Centre management accounting. You will develop complex application and Entry requirements analytical skills. To enter this course, you must have already achieved the AAT Accounting The AAT qualification is universally Level 3 Diploma or an accounting respected and internationally degree. recognised for providing students Anyone wishing to gain direct entry with extensive practical accountancy to Level 4 through a qualification other training. than AAT Accounting Level 3 Diploma, or their Level 3 qualification was What you’ll learn studied with an alternative training The principal focus of this level of provider, will be required to attend an study relates to accounting and interview with a tutor prior to the start reporting for Limited companies. of the course. During the course you will study: There will also be a literacy and numeracy skills assessment at Financial statements of interview limited companies Management accounting You’ll need to be prepared for an Accounting systems and control interview. Credit management Fees Ash and treasury management £2250

Delivery method Additional Costs Through a mixture of practical AAT Membership: £92 work, presentations, group work One-off registration administration and course work as well as the AAT fee of £43 in addition to computerised unit assessments plus membership fees. a synoptic assessment. You will be supported through individual and Accredited by: group tutorials. Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Where it can take you On completion of this course, you will gain instant credibility by the nationally recognised awarding body, AAT. You can progress to a professional accountancy qualification or tax qualifications. How to apply Apply through Course code City of Bristol College LGP1058C01-1 45 Higher Education Prospectus - Computing cityofbristol.ac.uk 46 Computing Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Overview This new course explores HNC and HNDs are well known fundamental computing principles to among employers and there is a enable you to be more employable great demand for computing and in a popular and growing sector. high-tech jobs in the South West. There are varied careers available What you’ll learn such as programmers, IT managers, The HNC in Computing is equivalent technical support and website to the first year of a degree and acts developers. as a stepping stone to achieving the HND in Computing (Network Engineering). Modules may include: Course duration Programming 1 year full-time Networking Professional practice Where you’ll study South Bristol Skills Academy Database design Security Entry requirements Computer project management Students usually need one or more of Computing the following: Why choose Computing? There are a couple of optional 56 UCAS points Computing and information units with a focus on progressing to Level 3 BTEC Computing or related technologies form the backbone the HND in Computing (Network subject of many successful companies and Engineering) which could include: A Levels e.g. computer science organisations. What is more, they Computer system architecture Access to Higher Education are a vital part in our modern lives. Maths for computing qualification in an appropriate Our courses will give you access pathway to IT software and hardware, offer GCSEs in English and maths at grade you support from enthusiastic staff Delivery method The course is delivered through a 4 (C) or above or Functional Skills who have real industry experience Level 2 and equip you with the knowledge variety of lectures and workshops Students with English as a second that you’ll need to either begin your with assessment from coursework language need an IELTS score of six career, or continue onto a ‘top-up’ and one externally assessed unit. or above degree. Where it can take you Career opportunities After successfully completing this Fees Communications Engineer course, the next step is to enter the Year 1 £6000 Network Administrator Level 5 HND in Computing (Network Validated by: Pearson Engineering) which is a new course Network Engineer (Cisco) for September 2020. Programmer Project Manager Systems Analyst How to apply Apply through Course code Systems Tester City of Bristol College HMF1613C01-1 Technical Support Worker Web Developer 47 Higher Education Prospectus - Computer cityofbristol.ac.uk 48 Computing (Network Engineering) Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) Overview Where it can take you This course is for students that HNC and HNDs are well known have completed the Level 4 HNC among employers and there is a Computing and wish to dedicate great demand for computing and themselves to the Level 5 HND high-tech jobs in the South West. Network Engineering pathway. You could also explore progress to a dedicated Level 6 Computing What you’ll learn Top-Up to complete your full degree. The HND in Computing (Network Engineering) is equivalent to the second year of a degree and allows Course duration the completion of a full HND. 1 year full-time Modules may include: Where you’ll study Year 2 – Level 5* South Bristol Skills Academy Computing research project Business intelligence Entry requirements Emerging technology Students usually need one or more of Transport network design the following: Cloud computing Completion of the Level 4 HNC Network security Computing. Client/server computing systems Fees £6000 *Please note that these units may be Year 1 Pearson subject to change. Validated by:

Delivery method The course is delivered through a variety of lectures and workshops How to apply Course code Apply through with assessment from coursework HMF1703C01-1 and one externally assessed unit. City of Bristol College 49 Higher Education Prospectus - Construction cityofbristol.ac.uk 50 Construction & The Built Environment (Construction) Level 4 HNC Overview The course is designed specifically Course duration for those individuals currently 2 years part-time, one day a week working or wishing to work in the construction industry. It offers Where you’ll study detailed understanding and Ashley Down Centre knowledge for a wide variety of technical occupations found in the Entry requirements construction sector. Students usually need one or more of the following: What you’ll learn 24-48 UCAS points You will be taught a range of industry Achievement of the Access to HE specific modules which may include: Diploma including at least 30 level the technologies of construction, 3 credits in maths and science construction science and materials, GCSE English, maths and science at health and safety, construction grade 6 or above plus another two and the environment, construction GCSEs at grade 4 or above management, measurement and Construction quantity surveying. BTEC Level 3 qualification in Why choose Construction? Construction and Built Environment Related, relevant work experience at We’re proud that some of the Delivery method the required level for an acceptable world’s most exciting projects Through a mixture of presentations, period of time have been designed by the UK’s lectures and seminars. You will be construction professionals. We have supported through individual and strong employer relationships with group tutorials. You’ll need to be prepared for an many large companies including: interview. South West Builders, Willmott Dixon, Where it can take you Taylor Wimpey and Seddons Property This HNC is the first stage of working Fees towards professional qualifications Services. At City of Bristol College Part time and the relevant chartered status. you can expect industry-standard Year 1 £3000, Year 2 £3000 The course aims to give you the equipment, specialist facilities and Accredited by: Pearson/Edexcel teaching. You can also gain direct flexibility, knowledge, and motivation entry routes into membership of to progress on to a relevant degree recognised professional bodies on course/specialism or pursue a job in the industry. How to apply certain courses. Apply through Course code HBP1341C01-1 Career opportunities City of Bristol College Acoustics Consultant Architect Demolition Manager Energy and Sustainability Manager Quantity Surveyor Remediation Manager Site Manager 51 Higher Education Prospectus - Construction cityofbristol.ac.uk 52 Construction & The Built Environment Site Management (Civil Engineering) Level 4 Certificate/Diploma Level 4 HNC Overview Where it can take you Overview Where it can take you Civil engineers play a major role in Your next steps could include further This internationally recognised After completion of the Certificate creating the infrastructure, structures study onto a full degree course in course is designed to meet the you can become a CIOB member and systems that sustain and improve civil engineering, employment within needs of those individuals that are and after successful completion of society. Their responsibilities are the industry, or progression towards employed in, or training for, site the Diploma you can progress on to wide ranging and include designing, chartered status within the civil management. You will commence full chartered membership. building, maintaining and improving engineering industry. on the Certificate in your first year bridges, roads, canals, docks, and then those eligible can progress office buildings, airports, power on to the Diploma for a further two Course duration stations and railways. Taught by Course duration years of study. Certificate: 1 year part-time, evening professionals from industry, students 2 years part-time, one day a week Diploma: 2 years part-time, evening gain knowledge and skills that meet These qualifications provide professional day-to-day needs of Where you’ll study underpinning knowledge and skills Where you’ll study civil engineering and construction Ashley Down Centre to those individuals with the drive Ashley Down Centre business across the whole industry. to develop themselves and improve Entry requirements their career prospects in construction Entry requirements If you are already working in the civil Students usually need one or more of management. All applicants are Students usually need one or more of engineering industry or for those the following: required to become registered the following: who want to progress on from a with CIOB and are guided through 24-48 UCAS points 32-48 UCAS points Level 3 qualification in this field then this process. this could be the course for you. GCSE English, maths and science at Level 3 S/NVQ, or equivalent, in a grade 6 or above plus another two What you’ll learn related subject What you’ll learn GCSEs at grade 4 or above You will study a range of modules Two years’ experience onsite with You will study a wide range of Achievement of the Access to HE around your current site experience. general responsibility modules which could include: Diploma including at least 30 level 3 Modules you may study during the Relevant construction experience at Building Technology for credits in maths and science Certificate could include: project a supervisory/managerial level construction and the built BTEC Level 3 qualification in planning, organising and resourcing environment Construction and Built Environment projects, managing the quality of site You’ll need to be prepared for an Science and materials for work, plus many more. construction and the built Related, relevant work experience at interview. environment the required level for an acceptable Modules you may study during Applied mathematics for period of time the Diploma could include: Fees construction and the built managing dimensional control Certificate: £1645 environment You’ll need to be prepared for an in construction works, managing Diploma: Year 1 £1088, Year 2 £1088* Civil engineering technology interview. sustainable construction, managing Accredited by: CIOB Structural analysis and design sub-contractors, plus many more. Fees Year 1 £3000, Year 2 £3000 Delivery method How to apply Delivery method Apply through City of Bristol College Through a mixture of presentations, Accredited by: Pearson/Edexcel Through a mixture of presentations, lectures and seminars. You will be group work and coursework. You will be supported through individual and Certificate Diploma supported through individual and Course code Course code group tutorials. group tutorials. FBE1667A01-1 FBE1668A01-C1

How to apply Apply through Course code HBP1544A01-1 City of Bristol College *may be subject to change 53 Higher Education Prospectus - Creative Arts & Media cityofbristol.ac.uk 54 Creative Arts Therapy Studies Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview On successful completion of the The course will integrate a sound course, you may be able to progress understanding of the theoretical on to the BA (Hons) in Education principles that underpin therapeutic Studies degree at the University of approaches in the creative arts, with Plymouth. Please note that there is practical work in a relevant context. a deadline for progression applications and places may be Creative You will develop the skills and subject to availability. awareness to work practically in a variety of settings using creative arts Arts & with a wide range of people e.g. Course duration children/young people, older people, 2 years people with learning disabilities and Media mental health service users. You will Where you’ll study Ashley Down Centre Why choose Creative Arts & Media? have a thorough understanding of the professional framework of the arts in Our Creative Arts & Media courses health field. Entry requirements are taught by lecturers who are at Students usually need one or more of the top of their professional game. What you’ll learn the following: Not only will staff exhibit their You’ll delve into the depths of the 56 UCAS points professional work, but you’ll get creative process for developing self- Access to Higher Education Diploma to see first-hand what it takes to awareness, creative group work and GCSE English and maths grade 4 or work in these creative industries. performance skills, the therapeutic above Our professional partnerships allow process, arts and health projects plus Satisfactory DBS clearance students to put what they practice creative expression through arts, into action through industry briefs words, movement, music and sounds. and work experience with companies Mature applicants with relevant experience and/or related like Mammal Create, University Delivery method Hospitals Bristol NHS, Through a mixture of practical work, qualifications are welcome to apply. Stuff Advertising and Bristol 24/7. presentations, group work and coursework. Throughout the course You’ll need to be prepared for an Career opportunities you will work in a practical placement interview. Arts Facilitator setting in order to gain skills and Arts Therapist enable the integration of theory and Fees £6000, £6000 Creative Director practice. Year 1 Year 2 Additional Costs: Camera Operator Where it can take you DBS check - approx. £55 Film Editor This course will enable you to work Graphic Designer therapeutically using the creative arts in Approved by: University of Plymouth Photo Journalist art, health, care or education contexts. Photographer Work may be in the statutory sector or community/voluntary settings. If you Researcher How to apply UCAS code Teacher already work in creative arts and/or in Apply through UCAS W900 one of these settings, this award will Television Producer enhance your existing skills and your Television Production Manager employment potential. Website Designer 55 Higher Education Prospectus - Creative Arts & Media cityofbristol.ac.uk 56 Film & Media Production Professional Photography Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Where it can take you Overview Do you want to gain professional You will be equipped for employment If you have a passion for photography Please note that there is a deadline film-making skills in a creative in the video production and then this course could be suitable for progression applications and environment? This course will teach conventional broadcast media industry for you. We will encourage your own places may be subject to availability. you how to make your own films, or you may, on successful completion creative and individual approach to Alternatively you could work in using industry standard equipment, of the course, progress onto the final photography whilst also developing the creative industry or be an and allow you to experiment on year of the BA (Hons) Media Arts your awareness of its commercial independent photographer. new platforms and with new degree at the University of Plymouth. context and potential. Our dedicated technologies. You will work on a Please note that there is a deadline for dark room and photography studio variety of individual and collaborative progression applications and places encourages the use of both digital Course duration projects and be mentored by may be subject to availability. and analogue techniques. 2 years full-time industry professionals. The College has excellent links Where you’ll study College Green Centre This FdA focuses on film and video Course duration with commercial photographers making across different platforms 2 years and studios, business support and genres, enabling you to organisations, new web and Entry requirements 56 UCAS points develop a sound knowledge of Where you’ll study press news services, innovative the developing media industry, College Green Centre photography groups and BTEC National Diploma in a related combined with the competence to organisations, exhibition spaces and subject work in a professional environment. Entry requirements visual festivals. AS/A2 (including a related subject or The course has strong links with 56 UCAS points subjects) What you’ll learn local industry. BTEC National Diploma in a related You will have the choice of a A full Access to Higher Education subject variety of modules including: Diploma in an appropriate pathway What you’ll learn AS/A2 (including a related subject or photographic techniques, visual You’ll learn about generating and subjects) language, silver-based imaging, Mature applicants with relevant presenting ideas, script writing, A full Access to Higher Education digital imaging, studio photography, experience and/or related camera skills, lighting skills, sound Diploma in an appropriate pathway location photography, critical paper, qualifications are welcome to apply. recording, editing and post specialist and independent practice production, analytical skills and Mature applicants with relevant and mediation. You’ll need to be prepared for an research and interview techniques. experience and/or related interview.

qualifications are welcome to apply. Delivery method Delivery method Through a mixture of practical Fees Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work You’ll need to be prepared for an Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 work, presentations, group work and coursework. interview. Approved by: University of Plymouth and coursework. Where it can take you Fees On successful completion of the Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 course, you may be able to How to apply UCAS code Apply through Approved by: University of Plymouth progress on to the final year of the UCAS W641 BA (Hons) Photography degree at the University of Plymouth or to a course How to apply UCAS code at another university. Apply through UCAS P310 57 Higher Education Prospectus - Creative Arts & Media cityofbristol.ac.uk 58 Graphic Design with Digital Arts Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Where it can take you If you are interested in design for You will be prepared for employment print, interactive media, contemporary within the graphic design, advertising, design or arts then this course could packaging design and development, be for you. You need to be excited internet design, and motion graphics by experimenting and exploring print industry. based outcomes and digital media, as well as having an enthusiasm for You could also choose to continue your well-crafted typography. studies by joining the final year of the BA (Hons) Graphic Communication What you’ll learn with Typography BA (Hons), Digital This vocationally-orientated course Media Design or BA (Hons) Media Arts) includes graphic design and digital degree at University of Plymouth on media. It will enable you to engage successful completion of the course. with new media and emerging creative Please note that there is a deadline for digital technology. You will develop progression applications and places Course duration graphic design outcomes across a may be subject to availability. 2 years full-time range of media, exploring vocational Individual modules are available concepts such as; editorial design, Full time Part time corporate identity, advertising, digital UCAS code Course code Where you’ll study imagery etc. The emphasis is on W290 HGP1525A01 College Green Centre creative practical projects and building a design portfolio that you can use How to apply Entry requirements 56 UCAS points vocationally to present to potential Full time: Apply through UCAS Part time: Apply through employers or continue with your BTEC National Diploma in a related City of Bristol College higher education pathway. You will subject work to create cutting edge print and AS/A2 (including a related subject or digital design outcomes. subjects) A full Access to Higher Education Delivery method Diploma in an appropriate pathway Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work and Mature applicants with relevant coursework. You will be supported experience and/or related through individual and group tutorials. qualifications are welcome to apply. You’ll need to be prepared for an interview.

Fees Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 Approved by: University of Plymouth 59 Higher Education Prospectus - Education & Training cityofbristol.ac.uk 60 English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Level 5 Certificate Overview Where it can take you If you wish to teach English This course leads to the Cambridge Language to adults either in the UK CELTA and, after completion, you or abroad then this course is for you. will be ready to begin working in This course is recognised by the a variety of English as a Second British Council, VSO, and language Language teaching contexts in the schools in Britain and abroad. Be UK and abroad. part of our lively, multi-cultural college community with students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Course duration Face-to-face: 10 weeks part-time Online: 18 weeks part-time What you’ll learn You will learn all the essential skills including one day a week teaching and knowledge you need to teach practice at college English to adults. Where you’ll study You get hands-on teaching practice College Green Centre or and observation of experienced Ashley Down Centre teachers, applying your learning in the classroom with English language Entry requirements learners. The five main topics A minimum of 2 A levels is desirable include: A degree is helpful but not essential Education & Training Minimum age 20 Why choose Education & Training? Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context Overseas students must have The teaching profession is fast-paced and extremely challenging. That’s why Language analysis and awareness IELTS 7.0 or equivalent 72% of newly qualified teachers are still in the profession after five years. Also, (Common European Framework Language skills: reading, listening, teaching offers a stable career, in fact 9 out of 10 newly trained teachers are Reference (CEFR) C2 level) speaking and writing employed within six months. Whether you’re looking to begin your career, are DBS clearance (approx £55) already working in an education context or are an assessor and wish to achieve a Planning and resources for different qualification, our Education and Training courses could offer you that next step in teaching contexts achieving your goal. Developing teaching skills and You’ll need to be prepared for an professionalism interview. Career opportunities Fees There are lots of job opportunities for people with Education and Training Delivery method £1417 qualifications. Currently there are more than 350 general FE and sixth form Through a mixture of practical work, Validated by: colleges, work based training providers, adult and community learning providers presentations, group work and Cambridge Assessment English and specialist colleges in the UK. coursework.

How to apply Coming soon Apply through City of Bristol College Face-to-face Online Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training* Course code Course code Subject specialist pathways in mathematics and construction trades FGP0495A01 FTD0495A01

*subject to validation 61 Higher Education Prospectus - Education & Training cityofbristol.ac.uk 62 Education & Training Early Years Level 5 Diploma Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Where it can take you Overview Where it can take you The Diploma in Education and Upon successful completion of this This exciting, work-based programme, Following your foundation degree, Training is a recognised teaching course you will be a qualified to proven to raise the quality of practice you can apply to progress to the qualification for the post-16 sector. teach in the post-16 sector. You could in early years settings will empower third year of the BA (Hons) Early You can become a post-16 teacher also progress onto further studies in you to transform your practice through Childhood Studies or the BA (Hons) in England without a teaching education with awarding bodies such reflection and research. The course Education Studies undergraduate qualification, but it’s a definite as Pearson or other universities. is aimed at those who are currently degrees at Bath Spa University or at advantage to have one, as many working as early years practitioners City of Bristol College. Successful employers expect them. and wish to gain a Level 5 qualification completion of the BA (Hons) allows Course duration which may lead to Early Years Teacher you to apply to progress to an initial This course is for those who are in 1 year full-time Status, a career in management within teacher training course to gain a full time teacher/trainer role, or 2 years part-time the sector or teaching. Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or those who are looking to enter Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). the profession and can meet the Where you’ll study Ashley Down Centre What you’ll learn practice requirements then it will You will learn the knowledge, skills also be suitable. Entry requirements and attitudes relevant to good early Course duration Aged 19 years or over 2 years full-time, one day a week What you’ll learn years practice as well as understand Over the course you will study a 100 hours of teaching practice in a the theory underpinning early years suitable location (full time) Where you’ll study variety of topics that will give you a education and care in different Ashley Down Centre good overview and understanding A mentor to assist you in your settings. The course consists of eight of the practical elements of progress through the programme modules and will cover topics such as: Entry requirements teaching and learning, together with 50 hours of teaching practice in a Childhood Students usually need one or more of supporting theoretical knowledge. suitable location (part time) Children’s rights the following: Professional practice visits are an Subject-specific qualifications/ Society and culture Level 3 qualification in Early Years assessed part of the programme experience in the subject in which Social policy Two years’ experience working with so you will be observed teaching you are teaching Safeguarding children children from birth to eight years regularly; this will be both by your DBS clearance (approx £55) Children’s holistic health Current employment working tutor and your mentor. Positionality, inclusion and diversity with children in the Early Years You’ll need to be prepared for an How children learn Foundation Stage (birth to eight There are four mandatory units: interview. Observation and assessment Developing teaching, learning years) or KS1 for at least two days Creativity per week and assessment in education and Fees Multi-agency working and leadership Full-time Written support from your workplace training Partnership with parents/carers £2900 offering a mentor and/or day release Teaching, learning and assessment Reflective practice Part-time is essential in education and training Action research Year 1 £1450, Year 2 £1450 Theories, principles and models in Inclusion and diversity DBS clearance (approx £55) Validated by: Pearson education and training You may require an interview. Wider professional practice and Delivery method development in education and How to apply Through a mixture of practical Fees Apply through City of Bristol College training work, presentations, group work Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 Plus a choice of optional units Full time Part time and coursework. Validated by: Bath Spa University Course code Course code Delivery method FBF1593B01-1 FBE1568B01-1 Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work How to apply UCAS code and coursework. Apply through UCAS X310 63 Higher Education Prospectus - Education & Training cityofbristol.ac.uk 64 Early Childhood Studies Top-Up Year Educational Support Level 6 BA (Hons) Level 4/5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Delivery method Overview Where it can take you This contemporary and exciting This course runs one day a week and If you work or volunteer in an Upon successful completion of the programme provides the opportunity is delivered and assessed through educational setting, this course will Foundation Degree, students will be for students who have studied a practical work, presentations, group develop your skills and knowledge able to apply for progression to a Foundation Degree in Early Years work and coursework of educational support in a work relevant Honours Degree in Education in to complete a full honours degree place setting through reflecting and Professional Practice at UWE or progress while continuing to work. It will build Where it can take you evaluating. The programme will into other education-based courses. on knowledge gained through the Successful completion of this enable you to use and apply your course allows students to apply Foundation Degree and challenge knowledge and skills during your Course duration you to further develop your thinking to progress to an initial teacher course of study and to reflect upon 2 years full-time, and practice. This course is designed training course to gain Early Years your practice in the workplace to one afternoon and evening a week for early years practitioners wishing Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified develop it further. Teacher Status (QTS). It is also Where you’ll study to obtain a full degree while still Ashley Down Centre, SBSA* working and it is an excellent an excellent foundation for other What you’ll learn progression route for those wishing careers within the early childhood The Foundation Degree is a two-year Entry requirements to progress into teacher training. sector or wider communities. course during which you will study Students usually need one of more of towards a Level 4 Certificate in Higher the following: What you’ll learn Course duration Education and in the second-year Two years’ experience working in You will learn to further develop 1 year full-time, one day a week work towards a Level 5 Foundation and educational setting which may your thinking and practice from the Degree in Educational Support. have been with children, young Foundation Degree to be able to Where you’ll study people or adults apply practical skills and knowledge Ashley Down Centre Modules you will cover include: English and maths Level of working in an early childhood Thinking and learning 56 UCAS tariff points Entry requirements setting. The course is made up of Students will need the following: Child development and the life Work as a volunteer or in-paid five modules including an education Foundation degree in Early Years or course employment for at least 16 hours per dissertation. You will cover topics equivalent Positive interactions with learners week such as: At least two years’ experience The voice of the learner NCFE Level 3 CACHE in Supporting The changing nature of early working with children in Early Years Enhancing subject knowledge Teaching and Learning or any related childhood education Foundation Stage (birth to eight Education for social justice and NVQ qualification Pedagogy and culture years old) or KS1 for at least two equality Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate pathway Differing perspectives of early days per week. Partnership working Five GCSEs grade 9-4 childhood education Written support from your workplace Reflective professional practice Overseas students must have IELTS Contemporary issues in society offering a mentor and/or day release is essential 6.0 or equivalent Democracy and children’s rights Delivery method DBS clearance (approx £55) DBS clearance (approx £55) Children’s mark-making and This course is delivered through You may require an interview. symbolic representation You’ll need to be prepared for an a mixture of practical work, presentations and group work. It will Leadership and teamwork interview. Fees be assessed through written reports, Research skills Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 reflections, evaluations and essays. Reflective practice Fees Validated by: £6000 Play throughout the life course University of the West of England Validated by: Bath Spa University *subject to validation

How to apply UCAS code How to apply UCAS code Apply through UCAS X312 Apply through UCAS FES1 65 Higher Education Prospectus - Engineering & Manufacturing cityofbristol.ac.uk 66 Aircraft Maintenance Training EASA Part 147 Overview You could also expand your You will be working towards one employment opportunities by of the most widely recognised and progressing onto university to accepted international qualification complete a BEng or BSc Degree. standards in the aviation industry today. Course duration This course if for those interested 2 years in a high-flying career in the Civil Aviation industry. Where you’ll study Advanced Engineering Centre at The Civil Aviation Authority (UKCAA) Parkway has approved this EASA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Basic Entry requirements A level maths at grade C or above Training Course. and A level physics at grade D or You will be required to complete above 2,400 hours of training to achieve or this qualification. 5 GCSEs at grade 9 to 5 Previous experience in the aviation What you’ll learn industry This course is structured so that in Previous engineering experience the first year students study generic subjects with a comprehensive Other qualifications will be syllabus that provides coverage of considered on a case by case basis. core subjects and fundamentals. In All candidates who do not have the A level qualifications will have to be the second year you will focus on assessed. The candidates will take studies in your chosen route of the an assessment test to evaluate their Airframe and Engine Systems (B1) maths and science capability. Engineering & disciplines. The EASA course also offers the opportunity for students to You’ll need to be prepared for an work on live aircraft at an approved interview. Manufacturing Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Why choose Engineering & Manufacturing? either in the UK or overseas. Fees Currently the UK employs more than eight million people in engineering Year 1 £9500, Year 2 £9500 industries. Our courses are taught through bringing the subjects to life Delivery method Validated by: and making them relevant to the real world. We work in partnership with Through a mixture of classroom, Civil Aviation Authority (UKCAA) successful businesses to ensure you get the hands on experience you need. practical and group work. These may include: Airbus, GE Oil & Gas, MOD Abbey Wood, First Great Western and Rolls-Royce. Where it can take you How to apply Apply through City Course Code Career opportunities Upon successful completion you FPF1654A01-1 can apply to be employed as an of Bristol College Aeronautical Engineer Mechanical or aircraft maintenance engineer and Aerospace Design Engineer Manufacturing Engineer after gaining two years of industry Design Engineer (CAD/CAM) Mechatronics experience you can apply to become Electrical and Electronic Engineer Production Engineer a fully licensed engineer. Materials Engineer Technical Support 67 Higher Education Prospectus - Engineering & Manufacturing cityofbristol.ac.uk 68

Mechanical Engineering Course duration Level 6 BEng (Hons) 4 years Overview Where it can take you Mechanical engineers constantly Mechanical engineers are sought Where you’ll study ask questions and explore new after for traditional engineering Years 1 & 2: Advanced Engineering ideas. They play an important role jobs and the product development Centre at Parkway in developing the world around us process. They are also highly Years 3 & 4: - whether that’s through the initial regarded in the world of financial UWE Bristol’s Frenchay campus design and manufacture of products, business. You’ll be in demand to or through their development, help maximise usage of high capital Entry requirements management or marketing. A plants and operations such as power 112 Tariff points degree in Mechanical Engineering stations, oil refineries and hospitals. Employed within the engineering will challenge you and transform the industry way you learn, giving you the This qualification will enhance your GCSEs: all grade 4s or above opportunity to use your skills in any career prospects and enable you to including English language & grade sector you wish. progress with your employer. 5 or above in maths or equivalent A level subjects: grade C or above This degree could be part of a higher in maths plus a pass in a related apprenticeship route. How to apply subject. You must have a minimum UCAS code of three A Levels Apply through UCAS H300 What you’ll learn and your employer Or one of the following: Develop your understanding of stress BTEC Diploma in a related subject and dynamics, design materials and e.g. aeronautical engineering, manufacturing, fluid dynamics and construction and the built engineering maths. environment or electrical/electronic Learn to use industry standard engineering software and gain plenty of hands-on Baccalaureate IB: to include a experience testing theories in our minimum grade of 5 in higher level well-equipped laboratories. maths and a pass at higher level in one of the following subjects: This course is developed alongside biology, chemistry, computer your employer to make sure you’re science, design technology, physics, industry ready when you graduate. environmental systems and societies. The lecturers are inspirational, passing Delivery method You’ll need to be prepared for an on their knowledge Learn through a mix of lectures and interview. tutorials, experimental laboratory and experience. work, engineering fabrication, Making learning a Fees drawing and design, computing and Fees are paid by the employer for memorable and fun application-based projects based on Apprenticeship students* experience. your workplace. Full-time £9000* (Paid to UWE) Tina, Aircraft Part-time Maintenance Training, Year 1 £4500*, Year 2 £4500* EASA Part 147 (Paid to UWE) In association with: University of the West of England

* details of prices at interview 69 Higher Education Prospectus - Engineering & Manufacturing cityofbristol.ac.uk 70 Mechanical Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Level 4 HNC Level 4 HNC Overview Where it can take you Overview Our dedicated Advanced This nationally recognised Do you want to be an electrical Course duration 2 years part-time Engineering Centre boosts qualification will allow you to work at engineer? This HNC Electrical and world-class engineering facilities engineer/technical level. You could Electronic Engineering will teach Where you’ll study and dedicated workshops giving go on to study a further qualification you the fundamentals of electronics, Advanced Engineering Centre at you access to innovative training such as HND in Engineering or a electrical engineering, engineering Parkway equipment under the guidance of Foundation Degree which will allow design and mathematics. The HNC expert lecturers who have a wealth you to progress to a BEng Mechanical course is an ideal first step for those Entry requirements of industry experience ready to Engineering degree. who want to progress in the electrical/ Students usually need one or more of share with aspiring engineers. electronics industry and provides a the following: platform for further study or training. 1 A level grade C or above in This course provides education Course duration either maths, physics or mechanical 2 years part-time engineering for mechanical engineers at a What you’ll learn professional level in mechanical You could be studying: 5 GCSEs including English, maths and science grade 4 or above design and related disciplines such Where you’ll study engineering maths, electronic circuits Advanced Engineering Centre at Good communication and as manufacturing, maintenance Parkway and devices, electrical and electronic interpersonal skills and other technical services. You principles, business management for will develop a range of skills, Entry requirements engineers, engineering design and You’ll need to be prepared for an techniques and attributes for Students usually need one or more of digital principles. interview. a successful career within the the following: engineering industry. Studying this 1 A level grade C or above in Delivery method Fees either maths, physics or mechanical You will be taught by a range of course will give you the opportunities Year 1 £3250, Year 2 £3250 engineering different methods including: group to focus on the development of Validated by: Pearson higher level skills in a technological 5 GCSEs including English, maths work, coursework, practical work, and management context. and science grade 4 or above projects and presentations. BTEC National Diploma in

We have exceptional links with Mechanical Engineering Where it can take you How to apply Course Code This nationally recognised Apply through City regional and national employers Good communication and HPP1826B01-1 qualification will allow you to work of Bristol College including Airbus, so if you are interpersonal skills at engineer/technical level. You looking for a career in aerospace could go onto study a further and mechatronics industries then this You’ll need to be prepared for an qualification such as HND in course might be your next step. interview. Engineering or a Foundation Degree which will allow you to progress onto What you’ll learn Fees a BEng Electrical and Electronic You could be studying: fundamentals Year 1 £3250, Year 2 £3250 Engineering degree. of thermodynamics, heat engines, Validated by: Pearson fluid mechanics and materials.

Delivery method You will be taught by a range of How to apply Apply through City Course Code different methods including: group HPP1823B01-1 and project work, coursework, of Bristol College practical work and presentations. 71 Higher Education Prospectus - Health & Social Care cityofbristol.ac.uk 72 Counselling Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA) Overview Where it can take you If you want to gain a professional On successful completion of this qualification which enables you to course you may be able to top-up your practise as a counsellor in a number of qualification to a BA (Hons) degree settings, or you would like to enhance at the University of Plymouth or at your current employment role with another university. Please note that qualified counsellor status then this is there is a deadline for progression the course for you. applications and places may be subject to availability. Alternatively, you may What you’ll learn work as a qualified counsellor with an Within a core range of modules with agency, employer or in private practice, content including: or use your qualified counsellor status Counselling relationships in another professional role. BACP/NCS ethical framework Counselling skills Course duration Creative approaches to counselling 2 years full-time Theoretical approaches 3 years part-time Application to practice Where you’ll study Personal development Ashley Down Centre Humanistic approaches: Entry requirements gestalt, transactional analysis, Students usually need one or more of psychosynthesis and existential the following: approaches 56 UCAS points Solution-focused therapy Access to Higher Education Diploma Health & Social Care Professional practice Why choose Health & Social Care? Satisfactory DBS clearance Human development A Level 3 or equivalent qualification Our courses combine work or placements with lectures so that students can Working with loss and grief A minimum of Level 2 Certificate in use what they have learnt in their work place or placements. We also invite Evidence-based practice and Counselling Skills employers into our lectures to share current sector information and enhance research DBS clearance (approx £55) students’ experience of contemporary practice. Our staff offer years of Mental health in a counselling experience, a breadth of relevant industry-related experience and many have context You’ll need to be prepared for an or are working towards a Masters Degree. Supervision, professional and interview. Career opportunities reflective Fees Full-time Community Carer Delivery method Through a mixture of practical work, Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 Counsellor Coming soon presentations, group work, coursework Part-time Health Care Manager and placements (30 hours counselling Year 1 £4000, Year 2 £4000, Level 6 Counselling Top-up Midwife skills placement Level 4, 100 hours Year 3 £4000 BA (Hons) year* Nurse Trainee Counsellor Level 5). Additional Costs Residential Manager Due to start in September 2020 Full time Part time Students are required to undergo a Social Worker counselling session which varies in * Subject to approval by the University of Plymouth UCAS code Course code Youth Worker YA3M HBP 1145C01-1 cost: £20 - £50 Approved by: University of Plymouth How to apply Full time: Apply through UCAS Part time: Apply through City of Bristol College 73 Higher Education Prospectus - Health & Social Care cityofbristol.ac.uk 74 Health & Social Care Management Level 6 BA (Hons), including top-up year

Overview Level 6 modules include: This course provides an insight Course duration Leadership in health and social care 3 years full-time into health and social care design, Coaching for performance 1 year top up option infrastructure, teams and delivery Widening participation: identifying while giving you the means to and working with community Where you’ll study interrogate theoretical models and stakeholders Ashley Down Centre develop practical leadership and Employability management skills. Students with Dissertation Entry requirements appropriate Level 5 qualifications Students usually need one or more of the following: such as a Foundation Degree or HND Delivery method in a related subject may be able to Through a mixture of practical 64 UCAS points join the course in year three as a work, presentations, group work 2 A Levels/Double AVCE top-up option. and coursework. Advanced Level Diploma in a related subject What you’ll learn Where it can take you Level 3 in Health and Social Care You will study a variety of modules as You will be well placed to apply for BTEC National Certificate/Diploma/ an introduction to a range of health jobs in charitable organisations, the HNC or HND in a related subject and social care administration and NHS and in the private health and VDA: AGNVQ, AVCE, AVS management models and practices. social care sector. If you wanted to Also you will study general health and Access to Higher Education progress your studies further you Diploma or Year 0 provision social care concepts, as well as key may be able to apply for a PGCE or 5 GCSEs required at grade 4 or transferable personal development a Master’s degree in, for example above including maths and English and communication skills. social work health and social care policy and management, as well as in Level 2 in Communications, IT and Level 4 & 5 modules include: health and social care administration. Application of Number Agency and morality: the philosophy To meet the initial entry of health and social care requirements for Year 3 at Level 6 Integrated arts in health and social you will need 120 Level 5 and 120 care Level 4 credits from previous study The delivery of health and social in a related field. This could be a Foundation Degree, HND or similar care in a global context How to apply Sociology and psychology of health Apply through UCAS code The life-course: changing demands UCAS L500 You’ll need to be prepared for an and provisioning interview. Addiction and substance misuse Fees Community-based health and social Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000, care: identifying need Year 3 £6000 Induction to research methodologies Approved by: University of Plymouth Resources in health and social care Regulation and social policy Investigating delivery: teamwork and structure 75 Higher Education Prospectus - Health & Social Care cityofbristol.ac.uk 76 Health & Social Care Practice Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdSc) Overview Delivery method If you work in health and social Through a mixture of practical care, investing in your professional work, presentations, group work development can be a powerful way and coursework. Course duration to move your career forward. Getting 2 years full-time a better understanding of service user Where it can take you or patient conditions, and learning It may help you to work as a Band 4 Where you’ll study how best to improve their care, will Practitioner with some employers Ashley Down Centre put you in a much stronger position to or progress to the second year of a progress. So, if you’re looking for your nursing course. This course could Entry requirements next step and currently work within also enable you to join the final year You will need to be employed by the NHS or another health or social of a degree course e.g. BA (Hons) a health or social care provider and care provider, and are employed in the Health & Social Care Management. will usually need one or more of the industry then this could be the course following: for you. 48 UCAS points From September 2020, the Advanced Level Diploma in a related Students have to be employed in programme will be similar in subject one of the following areas and have structure to the existing FdSc someone suitable, able and willing but the content and practice Level 3 Health and Social Care in their work place to assess their requirements will be revised to course practice. make it compatible with the new BTEC National Certificate/Diploma BSc (Hons) Nursing (Future Nurse). or HNC/D in a related subject What you’ll learn VDA: AGNVQ, AVCE, AVS in a Modules you could study include: More information will be made related subject Essentials of health and disease available at interview, or by 3 GCSEs 9 - 4 or equivalent Foundations of practice / extending contacting the college. including English, maths and science practice Access to Higher Education Diploma Holistic approaches to care If you do not have the other Person-centred practice How to apply UCAS code formal qualifications or meet the Leadership for quality enhancement Apply through UCAS L510 normal entry requirements, but can in practice demonstrate relevant work and a Research methodology and methods substantial amount of experience Working effectively with long term and commitment to this area, we will condition consider your application. Foundations of assessment Evidencing of work-based You’ll need to be prepared for an learning interview.

Fees Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000 Accredited by: University of the West of England 77 Higher Education Prospectus - Health & Social Care cityofbristol.ac.uk 78 Health Professions Foundation Year / Year 0 Overview Delivery method Starting with a year’s foundation is Through a mixture of practical a way to build your knowledge of work, presentations, group work health topics, science and research, and coursework. so that you can then progress onto a degree programme and take your Where it can take you career forward. The foundation There are nine pathways through programme for Health Professions is the foundation programme. After year zero of selected degree courses successful completion of the course in the Allied Health Professions and and a health screening questionnaire Nursing and Midwifery departments. you can progress you onto a variety of undergraduate degrees (BSc If you do not have formal (Hons)) and professional registration qualifications or meet the normal in Nursing (Adult, Child, Learning entry requirements, but can Disabilities and Mental Health), demonstrate relevant work Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, experience and commitment Physiotherapy, Radiography and to this area, we will consider Oncology, Diagnostic Radiotherapy, your application. Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation.

Spend a year getting a solid grounding in science and Course duration healthcare-related topics on this 1 year full-time springboard into higher education. Where you’ll study What you’ll learn Ashley Down Centre & You will study a mix of subjects that UWE Glenside campus will prepare you to progress onto your chosen degree course. They Entry requirements could include: No formal entry requirements Satisfactory DBS clearance Combined science (physics and chemistry) You’ll need to be prepared for an Human biology interview. Psychology Sociology Research methods Fees £8645 (paid to UWE) Maths Year 1 English / communication skills In association with: University of the West of England Vocational study Study skills Core skills

How to apply Apply to UCAS code B900 UWE via UCAS 79 Higher Education Prospectus - Access to HE Access to Higher HE courses Apprenticeships Our Access to Higher Education courses are designed to give people who left school with few or no formal qualifications and Professional the confidence and skills to enable them to progress onto a degree or foundation degree level education. Courses It’s a one year programme core subjects, including communications, If you are applying for a Higher If you are interested in applying study skills and IT as well as having the choice between more Apprenticeship, your first step is to for a professional course, you specialist subjects. make contact with the college to should contact the college directly discuss what job you do now and and we will give you all the The subject areas you can choose from include: the course you are interested in. information you need. Health studies and social work We’ll review your job role to For more information on Science and engineering make sure it can provide the Higher Apprenticeships, email Humanities opportunities to achieve your [email protected] Social science qualifications. Business studies Education

Access qualifications are nationally recognised as an equivalent to A Level qualifications. After completing an Access to Higher Education course many students go on to study one of our higher Apprenticeships education courses or take advantage of the strong links we have Level 4/5/6 with universities in the South West. Professional Higher Apprenticeship Access to Higher Education Courses classes take place at our Business Administration Ashley Down Centre, near Gloucester Road, and if you are aged over HR Consultant/Partner 24, you can apply for the Advanced Learning Loan to cover Management and Leadership - the tuition fee costs. Operations Manager To find out more about these courses and how to apply, visit Engineering cityofbristol.ac.uk Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

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February UCAS Extra starts which means if you have used all your five choices August on UCAS and you don’t have any offers, you can add more choices Exam results are out! Once you have your results you can check through UCAS Extra until June. UCAS Track for confirmation of your place and we will also Full-time and part-time applicants can apply for student funding. confirm your place with you. You don’t need to wait until you have accepted a specific place to do this.

March September Receive your offer. Start to think about your accommodation. Term starts for most courses. You will complete your enrolment, attend a course induction and enjoy the new experiences university life has to offer. 83 Higher Education Prospectus - Your study cityofbristol.ac.uk 84 Your Your fees and study Access via Moodle: funding moodle.cityofbristol.ac.uk/ Our courses will give you the qualifications you need centres while leaving you with money to spend and less debt As well as providing a relaxed learning space with to pay off. Tuition fees vary depending on the course knowledgeable staff on hand to help you, all Study you choose to study. Professional courses up to Level 6 Centres are equipped with the latest books, magazines, (CIPD, CMI, Pearson etc) can be funded by an journals, eResources, DVDs,computers and laptops. Advanced Learning Loan. If you are looking at applying for a foundation degree course, Our Study Centres include: Working remotely you will need to apply for a higher education loan. PCs We know that many higher education students will spend Laptops You don’t have to start paying time studying at home, so we’ve Money matters Study spaces Our courses will give you the anything back until after you made it easy for you to access our (group, quiet and silent) qualifications you need, whilst graduate and start earning over eBooks, eJournals and many other Books, eBooks, magazines, leaving you with money to spend £25,000 per year. resources online. Just go to our journals, eJournals and and less debt to pay off. Tuition Study Centre Moodle page where eResources fees vary depending on the course you can also search our online Extra support you want to study. Please see your If you have children or an adult catalogue and reserve and find Some of our popular eResources course page for individual tuition dependent on you, you may be items quickly and easily. include: fees. able to get extra support. Also if EBSCO Academic Search Premier you have a disability, long-term health condition, mental health EBSCO Business Source Elite Financial support You could be eligible for funding condition or specific learning Literary Reference Centre towards your course through difficulty, there may be an Omnifile Full Text Select Student Finance England. To allowance to help towards the

qualify, you must meet certain additional costs you might face. Sessions are given throughout criteria like residency, previous the year on how to make the study, age and whether the course most of these, and all our other Other costs This course has meets the criteria for public You may have to buy course resources. If your course has a allowed me to follow funding. materials if you’re on a programme partner university, we will come my dream and passion that includes field study or use to your class and guide you on You can apply to Student Finance of materials. Living costs are how to make the most of all of the for photography. It England for a loan to cover tuition something to consider. You’ll resources you can access through was a lot to take in fees for part-time and full-time probably need around £12,000 a your university library too. If you’d but it helped so much courses for each year you study. year for things like rent, food, bills, like a one-to-one session on how having tutors there to It’s a non-means-tested loan for books, clothes and social activities. to enhance your research skills or all eligible students and Student Harvard referencing, just let us support me through Finance England will pay your loan To find out more visit know and we’ll arrange it. it all. directly to the college. www.gov.uk/student-finance James, FdA Professional Photography 85 Higher Education Prospectus - Where to find us cityofbristol.ac.uk 86

Where to find us Travelling to college is easy! Our four centres are well served by public transport; particularly bus services which operate across the city. Advanced Engineering If you choose to travel by car, there is free parking for students at Centre (AEC) Parkway two of our centres (Advanced Engineering Centre and Ashley Down Bristol

Centre) with the College Green Centre and South Bristol Skills Ashley Down Centre Academy served by public car parks. We also have parking for bicycles South Gloucestershire at all campuses.

College Green Centre

AEC (Advanced Ashley Down Centre North Somerset Ashley Down Road, South Bristol Engineering Centre) Skills Academy Gate 2, New Road, Bristol, BS7 9BU Bath & North Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS34 8SF Bus: 70 East Somerset Buses: 3B, 19, 73, 77, 501, 502, Free parking for students 625, X5, X73 Secure bicycle anchor points Free parking for students ‘Bikeaway’ secure lockers Secure bicycle anchor points Advanced Ashley Down Engineering Centre Centre Parkway Ashley Down Road, College Green Centre SBSA (South Bristol Gate 2, New Road, Bristol St George’s Road, Skills Academy) Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS7 9BU Bristol, BS1 5UA The Boulevard, BS34 8SF Buses: any serving the centre Hengrove Park, Bristol BS14 0DB Secure bicycle anchor points Buses: 36, 50, 52, 75, 76, 515 College Green South Bristol ‘Bikeaway’ secure lockers Secure bicycle anchor points Centre Skills Academy ‘Bikeaway’ secure lockers St George’s Road, The Boulevard, Bristol Hengrove Park, BS1 5UA Bristol BS14 0DB Open Events Dates for your diary! Visit us to find out more about our courses and our college, and get great advice about your future study, training and career options.

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