PROSPECTUS 2018/19 Higher Education Consortium

University Foundation Degrees and Extended Degrees

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In partnership with Your future. Your choice!

Welcome to the Hertfordshire Higher Education A work experience Consortium and a great way to study for a

University of Hertfordshire qualification at your “opportunity during my first local . Whatever you want to achieve and year led to a full time job. I’m wherever you’re starting from, we’re here to help, with an exciting range of courses designed to now studio manager for a “ boost your career prospects. London based portrait and

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We work in partnership with the University of Hertfordshire to bring you excellent teaching and learning, outstanding facilities and great support, right on your doorstep. Best of all, whichever college you study at, you could graduate with a University of Hertfordshire Degree.

Giving you the skills you need We’ve worked with employers across the region to shape degrees that give you exactly the skills you – and they – need. So, whether you’re just starting your career, climbing the ladder or changing direction, you’ll gain the skills you need to achieve your ambitions.

If there’s thing being a Consortium student gives you, it’s choice. Choose your goals, choose your subject, choose your qualification and choose a bright, prosperous future. Some of our courses are available at a number of colleges, while others are unique to just one. Each course description in this prospectus tells you where the course is available. If you’ve got any questions or need some advice just get in touch. You can also visit our websites or pop along to an open day. Happy reading and best of luck with your future.

2 Contents

The experience... The courses...

Welcome 2 Business Management 20 The best place for me 4 The best place for business 5 Computing Technologies 24 Our colleges 6 The University of Hertfordshire 10 Your kind of courses 11 Creative Enterprise 27 Your student experience 13 Outstanding learning resources 14 Education 34 Supporting you every step of the way 15 Entry requirements 16 Fees and funding 18 Engineering and Science 35 How to apply 19 Get in touch 42 Sport and Leisure 38 Terms and conditions 43 Open days 44 College locations 46 Animal Management 40

3 The best place for me

Whatever’s best for you...

Across all of our four colleges you’ll find great It was a real advantage courses, high-quality teaching and fantastic facilities, not to mention a friendly student community and “to be able to study at a staff who’ll support you all the way. college close to home but

Whatever your starting point… still be a university student – Our students are from all walks of life, with all sorts I’d never have been“ able to of experience and qualifications. afford a university qualification Our courses will suit you if: otherwise. • You’ve just done your A levels or BTEC National and you’d like to continue your studies without Foundation Degree graduate. having to move away from home. • If it’s been years since you finished your education and you missed out the first time round. Whatever you need… • Your employer wants to help you boost your skills. We offer a range of full and part-time study options, • You’d like to build on your experience with a so you can balance learning with work or family higher level qualification. commitments. Classes are small, so you’ll receive plenty of support and your personal tutor will make Wherever you’re starting from, we’ve got a course sure you get all the advice you need on everything that will take you where you want to go. from coursework to careers. And if you have any additional needs and disabilities or special Whatever your goals… requirements, let us know, so we can support you • Training for a particular career? throughout your learning. • Working your way towards a promotion? • Looking for a completely new direction? Wherever you live… With colleges across the region, and strong Whatever brings you to us, we’ll help you achieve transport links, you can live at home while you learn, your goals. Our stimulating mix of specialist saving money and making life easier. technical, commercial and creative courses make it easier to build a great education into a busy life and lay firm foundations for a rewarding career.

4 The best place for business

Develop your people and boost your business

If you’re an employer, the Hertfordshire Higher Education Consortium offers you a cost-effective way to improve performance. Our industry-focused courses help your people develop the skills they need to make your organisation stronger.

If you’re a business looking for new recruits… Every course available through the Consortium has been designed with employment in mind. We work closely with companies and organisations locally to find out what they need from their staff, where the local skill gaps are and what could help them be more competitive. These insights are built into what we teach so you can be confident our graduates are ready for the world of work and will apply their skills immediately.

If you’re training your team… Finding the right training for your employees not only helps develop valued staff into new roles but is also great for retention. We can help you identify the best courses for your individual employees or even whole teams, and advise on balancing their learning with time at work.

We can help you choose a programme to suit the needs of your organisation, like our excellent Foundation Degrees. Respected qualifications that work hard for you, they’re both academically rigorous and highly workplace focused.

5 Our colleges...

Our colleges... Hertford Regional College

Hertford Regional College Hertford Regional College has two campuses:

Ware Campus London Road, Ware, Hertfordshire SG12 9JF Broxbourne Campus Turnford, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire EN10 6AE tel +44 (0)1992 411411 fax +44 (0)1992 411650 [email protected] They’re also close to vibrant and historic towns www.hrc.ac.uk such as Hertford, Ware, Cheshunt and Waltham Cross. We are within 25 miles of London and the Major redevelopments at both campuses means Broxbourne Campus is a few miles from junction 25 you can enjoy fantastic new facilities, including: of the M25. £10.5 million investment in our Ware campus. Opened in autumn 2015, this will support the Professional, independent careers advice is available College in responding to the needs identified for the at both campuses, and we maintain excellent Business and Creative and Digital sector by: partnerships with local employers and industry. • Creating high-quality flexible studio and workshop facilities for business-focused creative arts We offer higher education courses in many areas, courses. including: • Developing stronger links with employers through • Business Management sharing of e-learning and physical facilities which • Fine Art reflect the modern workplace. • Design • Creating a gallery space for learners and others • Visual Merchandising to display their work. • Music, Media and Performing Arts • Business and computer suites throughout, • Early Years including Apple Mac suites. • Engineering • WiFi throughout both campuses. • 140-seater Michael Morpurgo performance We also offer a number of Higher National Certificate theatre. and Diploma courses and Higher Apprenticeships • Gym, sports hall and fitness testing centre. to expand the range of higher-level qualifications • Hairdressing and beauty salons. available to our learners. If you’re returning to study • Motor vehicle and engineering workshop and don’t have the formal entry qualifications, don’t equipped to main-dealer standards. worry, we offer a number of Access courses to help • Training restaurant. you. • Children, Care & Health Building which replicates three practical classrooms, nursery suite, care In its most recent QAA inspection, the college suite and garden area, and benefits from being obtained an excellent outcome for all its Higher next door to a real, working children’s centre. Education programmes, with all aspects meeting UK expectations. The campuses are six miles apart on the A10 and are easily accessible by road, bus and rail. You can read the full QAA report at: www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports

6 Our colleges...

Our colleges... North Hertfordshire College

North Hertfordshire College has three main campuses: Stevenage Campus Monkswood Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1LA Engineering & Construction Campus 1-3 Fulton Close, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2AF Hitchin Campus Cambridge Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0JD tel +44 (0)1462 424242 [email protected] Our Hitchin Campus offers an exciting, modern www.nhc.ac.uk and lively study environment, with state-of-the-art facilities, including sports facilities. North Hertfordshire College (NHC) has an ambition to provide exceptional opportunities Our Stevenage Campus provides a modern, bright for all its students, communities, employers and and airy venue at which you can study a range stakeholders. of programmes. It houses highly equipped labs, including the latest gas chromatography equipment. NHC, which has more than 30 years’ experience in Our Engineering & Construction Campus at Fulton Higher Education, offers a mixture of franchised and Close, Stevenage, offers excellent engineering, directly funded courses which include Extended and motor vehicle and construction facilities. Foundation Degrees and Higher Apprenticeships. We offer a range of higher education courses To support employment and career aspirations, including: NHC has played a major role in the local economy • Business Management by offering Higher Education (HE) opportunities for • Computing Technologies students and local employers who wish to develop • Early Years their workforce. Students come from a range of • Science diverse backgrounds and learn through a variety of delivery pedagogies and modes of study. We also have close links with industry and commerce, making our courses relevant to In its most recent QAA inspection, NHC obtained employers’ needs. See the college website for more an excellent outcome for all its Higher Education details. programmes, with all aspects meeting UK expectations. You can read the full QAA report at: Throughout your time with us you’ll be encouraged www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports to develop to your full potential, both as an individual and in your chosen area of study. On all courses, All campuses have excellent road and rail links you’ll be supported to achieve your career goal by with the University of Hertfordshire and the rest of a caring and experienced tutorial and pastoral care the county. Each campus is just a 30 minute train team and have access to a great range of cultural, journey from London King’s Cross and close to the recreational and support facilities. A1(M).

7 Our colleges...

Our colleges... Oaklands College

St Albans Campus Hatfield Road, Hertfordshire AL4 0JA Campus The Campus, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6AH tel +44 (0)1727 737000 fax +44 (0)1727 737341 [email protected] • Marketing www.oaklands.ac.uk • Media Production • Sports Oaklands College offers a flexible learning environment where students can gain the If you want to build on existing qualifications or your qualifications and skills they need to succeed in their experience at work, we also offer different routes to chosen career. The College achieved a successful a Higher National Certificate or Diploma and Higher Higher Education Quality Review in March 2017. Apprenticeships.

Our Higher Education courses have been developed We have particular specialisms in Art and Design, to meet the needs of local students. Most courses Music and Performing Arts – these programmes can be studied either full or part-time, meaning are offered on a full-time basis. We also offer part- studying can fit around the lives of our students, time, day release provision in Civil Engineering, who may be juggling other commitments, like work Construction, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical or family life. and Electronic Engineering.

We work closely with employers to make sure we If you haven’t got the grades you need to go straight are equipping students with the skills they need to to university, we offer an Extended Degree in flourish in the workplace and stand out from the Engineering. Once you successfully complete this crowd. initial year, you’ll be able to move on to study for an Honours Degree at the University of Hertfordshire. Studying with us means you’ll benefit from our outstanding facilities, with a fully supportive If you want to study at university but don’t have the system of tutorial and personal care. You’ll receive qualifications you need, we also offer Access courses excellent teaching delivered by a dedicated and with the following pathways: Health and Social Care/ experienced team from a wide range of professional Social Work, Nursing, Midwifery and Science. These backgrounds. bridge the gap between existing qualifications and those you need to study at degree level. We offer a range of Foundation Degrees in the following subjects: • Accounting • Animal Management • Business Management • Early Years (part-time route only) • Event Management • Law

8 Our colleges...

Our colleges... West Herts College

Watford Campus Hempstead Road, , Hertfordshire WD17 3EZ tel +44 (0)1923 812345 fax (0)1923 812556 [email protected] www.westherts.ac.uk

At West Herts College, higher education is all about creative thinking and applying academic expertise to real life situations. The college was commended by Our highly qualified staff have a wealth of teaching, QAA (2014) for enhancing higher education student commercial and professional experience, they learning opportunities. You can read the full QAA work hard to make sure your college experience is report at: www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports exciting and rewarding, allowing you to achieve your full potential in the widest sense.

In 2017 Higher Education at West Herts College You’ll enjoy the benefits of a personal tutor and was awarded TEF Gold as part of the Teaching a variety of support services, helping you make Excellence Framework. This is the highest possible the most of your time with us. Our close links with rating for colleges and universities. In particular, the employers and industry shape our teaching and assessment of West Herts College praised the high provide a head start for you as you enter your proportion of students that continue their studies at chosen profession. a higher level and progress to skilled employment as a result of a strong focus on employability through We have a long-standing, well-respected portfolio highly personalised learning. of higher education courses with a wide range of Foundation degrees in vocational areas, such as: We offer high-quality, specialist teaching and a • Business Management comprehensive network of local employers looking • Computing Technologies to help you get your first job or the skills you need to • Sports progress at university. Our campus in Watford offers • Early Years state-of-the-art, industry-standard facilities to give • Creative Arts including: Media Production, you the practical skills you need to succeed in your Graphic Design, and Photography chosen career. We also offer the Extended Degree in Science. After These include: successful completion of an initial year at college, • A dedicated Higher Education Centre for HE you will be able to progress on to an honours learners programme at the University of Hertfordshire. • 120-seat performance theatre • Specialist photographic studios and darkroom In addition, West Herts College offers a number of • Art and design workshops Higher National Diplomas including: Public Services, • On-site gym and fitness studio Travel and Tourism Management, Performing Arts, • Mac and IT suites Health and Social Care, Hospitality and Event • Industry standard media, music and TV studios Management and Music. We also offer Teacher • WiFi with laptops and computers across the Training, a range of Professional and Higher College Apprenticeship courses: visit www.westherts.ac.uk • Specialist science labs for more information.

9 Introducing the university

Introducing the University of Hertfordshire

University Admissions Service Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AB tel +44 (0)1707 284800 Fax: +44 (0)1707 284870 [email protected] www.herts.ac.uk

As a Consortium student, you’ll have access to the campuses’ facilities and resources – and of course Taking a Foundation you’ll have the option of progressing to the University itself once you successfully complete your course. Degree“ really opened the door for me into higher education.

The University of Hertfordshire is a lively, diverse community of over 27,100 students from all over It seemed the natural choice the world, united by their ambition, creativity and to go on to the University“ entrepreneurial spirit. of Hertfordshire and get my We are proud to be recognised not only for our Honours degree. excellent teaching and research, but also for making employability the focus of everything we do. As a Foundation Degree graduate result, students enjoy a creative, entrepreneurial environment, enhanced by close links with business and the professions, which create exciting We’re based on two campuses in Hatfield each placement opportunities for our students. equipped with first-class student facilities, including state-of-the-art, 24/7 Learning Resources Centres Offering a flexible approach to learning, the and an extensive sports centre. There’s also the University offers undergraduate and postgraduate Forum, one of the county’s top entertainment degrees and research opportunities in a wide range venues. It’s home to an impressive 1,500-capacity of subjects, from Art, Design and Humanities to auditorium, a stylish bar, restaurant and a coffee bar Business, Health, Engineering and Computing. with free WiFi.

10 Your kind of courses

Your kind of courses

Whatever you’d like to study, at whatever level, During your course, you’ll develop a range of we’ve got lots of exciting courses that lead to practical skills alongside your subject knowledge, nationally recognised qualifications. such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, maths and IT and Graduate Attributes Foundation Degrees such as: social responsibility; respect for others; You can have the best of both worlds. intellectual depth, breadth and adaptability; learning and research skills; professionalism; and A Foundation Degree is a nationally recognised employability – essential for work and future study. qualification, which is typically studied over two years full-time; with part-time routes available on Some courses are offered part-time so you can specific pathways or on day release from your fit them around your other commitments. We’ve employer. They’re qualifications in their own right. developed our Foundation Degrees by working On completion of which, you may be able to closely with local industry, employers and progress to a BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) degree by professional bodies, including: Hertfordshire Sports studying for one or two more years at the University Village, Greenwich Leisure Limited and Cisco. That of Hertfordshire. means our courses take account of the needs of the job market, opening up real employment If you’re unsure whether working or studying will opportunities. Employers can also send their staff be better for your career prospects, Foundation on our Foundation Degrees to help them develop Degrees are ideal. They’re highly career-focused their skills. and developed in consultation with employers helping you earn while you learn, offered locally, combining study with large elements of work-based learning, (a key aspect of Foundation Degrees), to prepare you for a range of occupations.

11 Your kind of courses

You’ll spend an initial year at one of our colleges, CPD Honours Professional Postgraduate Degree gaining Graduate Attributes and interpersonal skills Degrees qualification Yr 3 such as communication, IT, literacy and numeracy, Yr 2 as well as studying modules relevant to your planned Foundation Degrees Yr 1 Extended degree. When you pass your initial year, you will Degree HND continue on a relevant degree course at the University Yr 0 of Hertfordshire. Some courses require students to meet a particular tariff and/or attend an interview. Advanced Advanced Level BTEC3 NVQ3 A-level 3 Apprenticeship Diploma You can study a variety of Honours degrees. Intermediate Level BTEC2 NVQ2 Apprenticeship GCSE 2 Diploma There’s a great range of degrees to choose from, including: Young Level NVQ1 Foundation pre- • Aerospace and Automotive Engineering 1 Apprenticeship Diploma GCSE • Business • Biology (including Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Extended Degrees Human Physiology, Microbiology, Molecular If you want to study for a degree but your A level or Biology and Pharmacology) BTEC grades aren’t high enough for you to be able • Dietetics to enter an Honours Degree directly, an Extended • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree could be just what you are looking for. • Electrical and Mechanical Engineering • Environmental Management • Geography • Maths • Pharmaceutical Science • Psychology • Physics and Astrophysics • Physiotherapy • Radiography, and Diagnostic Radiography • Sports Studies Extended Degree students often graduate with excellent degrees, leading to successful careers or postgraduate study.

Awarding bodies All our Foundation and Extended Degrees are validated and awarded by the University of Hertfordshire.

Guaranteed quality The courses and facilities at our colleges – and at the University – are of a very high standard. We’ve been independently assessed by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), so you can rely on the quality of everything we offer. To read the QAA’s reports, visit www.qaa.ac.uk /reviews-and-reports

12 Your Student Experience

An exciting and rewarding student experience

Student life’s not all study, study, study… It’s also a great time to make new friends, try new activities, Facilities include: discover new interests and have some fun. • 110-station health-and-fitness centre with the latest equipment. It’s all happening at The Student Centre • 25m, 8-lane indoor pool, built to national short- Whilst you’ll find lots of entertainment and plenty course competition standards. of events at every college, you can also join all • 12-court sports hall with sprung wooden floor sorts of societies at The Student Centre at the for badminton, basketball, netball, volleyball and University of Hertfordshire. Whether you are into indoor football. rock climbing, pokemon, or volunteering there • 12m high climbing wall. are over 100 different societies to get involved • 4-net purpose-built indoor cricket hall. 3 grass with in the Hertfordshire Students’ Union. As a football pitches and a rugby pitch. Consortium student – and therefore a University of • 2 floodlit third generation artificial pitches for Hertfordshire student – you’ll also be able to use the football and rugby. University Students’ Union’s at its state-of-the-art • A floodlit sand-dressed artificial turf pitch for entertainment complex, The Forum. hockey. Find out more at www.forumhertfordshire.co.uk • 2 hard courts for tennis, netball or 5-a-side football. Welcome to NUS • 2 squash courts. When you become a student, you’ll get an NUS • A physiotherapy and sports injury clinic. (National Union of Students) card. The NUS looks after the interests of students across the country, At Hertford Regional College, the Broxbourne and membership also gives you great perks such as Campus has a full-sized sports hall for basketball, discounts in high street stores and cheaper cinema football, badminton, netball and aerobics, plus a fully tickets. equipped gym with cardio and resistance training machines. There’s also easy access to Wodson All sorts of sports Park Sports Complex from the Ware Campus. As a Consortium student you can join any of our sports clubs and make use of our amazing sport The Hitchin Sports Complex at North Hertfordshire and fitness facilities. There’s everything from football College has a multipurpose sports hall, squash to archery, whether you’re a complete beginner or a court, fitness suite and floodlit all-weather pitch. budding pro. Plus, you can use some facilities at Stevenage Fit4Less during the day for a discounted rate. You’ll find the Hertfordshire Sports Village (www.hertssportsvillage.co.uk) on the University’s West Herts College’s ‘street’ has a fully equipped de Havilland Campus. It’s got some of the best gym that students can use and a health and beauty university sports facilities in the country and it’s spa open to the public. It’s next door to Watford open to everyone. It comes highly recommended Leisure Centre where you can use modern facilities too – Saracens Rugby Club, Arsenal Ladies FC, at a discounted rate. Badminton England and England Netball all train at the Sports Village. It was even included in the Oaklands College St Albans Campus has a large London 2012 Pre-Games Training Camp Guide. multisports hall, gym and new floodlit artificial pitches.

13 Outstanding learning resources

Outstanding learning resources

Whichever college you’re at, you’ll have a whole Both the college and the range of high-quality facilities at your fingertips, helping you get the most out of your studies and University“ supported me achieve your goals. throughout my course with “

At your college… outstanding learning resources You’ll find all the resources you need for your and dedicated teaching staff. course, like technology workshops, laboratories, IT suites, photographic studios and dark rooms, art Julie Foster, Extended Degree graduate. and craft rooms, and dance and drama studios. You’ll also have great library and computing facilities, including: At the University... • Open-access computer workstations. Hertfordshire is one of the best universities in the UK • A full range of software plus internet access. for using networked electronic systems to support • A powerful online library and resources learning. management system, so you can access books, journals and electronic resources at all four Our state-of-the-art Learning Resources Centres colleges and the University. (LRC) are open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a • Access to online databases and journals. week during term time. There are 1,600 study places • Expert staff to help you find everything you need. and 800 computer workstations in the College Lane • Support and facilities for presenting your Campus LRC and 1,000 study places with computer coursework. workstations in the de Havilland Campus LRC.

14 Supporting you every step of the way

Supporting you every step of the way

As a student you’ll be treated as a mature individual responsible for your own learning, but you’ll also be part of a very supportive community, where help and advice are always at hand…

Personal tutors Whichever college you choose, you’ll have a personal tutor who’ll help you settle in, explain what’s expected of you, monitor your progress and help you get the support you need to achieve your goals.

Careers advice When it comes to making decisions about your future, you’ll be able to talk to experienced staff on your campus and at the University, as well as using library and computer resources.

Counselling and welfare If you need to talk, we’re here to listen. If you’re worried about studies, finances, relationships or other personal matters, you can meet with our experienced counsellors or welfare officers in complete confidence.

Accommodation Disabled students If you live nearby, you’ve got the huge benefit of We’re committed to making sure disabled students having high-quality courses right on your doorstep, get the most out of student life, and each college so you can save money by living at home. But, if has a dedicated team responsible for supporting you’re new to the area or want a place of your own, you with all types of additional learning support each college can give you information and advice needs. Talk to us as soon as possible so we can on finding local accommodation. The colleges meet any special requirements you might have. If don’t have halls of residence, but you can apply for you’re a UK student, we strongly recommend you accommodation at the University of Hertfordshire. find out if you’re eligible for the Disabled Students’ Allowance. Childcare Some of the colleges can help you arrange childcare For more information, visit www.skill.org.uk and or even contribute to the cost. Talk to your college go.herts.ac.uk/equality as early as possible to explore the options and book your child’s place.

15 Entry requirements

Entry requirements

All students need to have 48 UCAS points, including GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 4 or one GCE A Level or equivalent. For IB – 48 points above (Grade C or above if taken prior to 2015)*. with a minimum of 1 HL subject at grade 4 or See the University of Hertfordshire website: above (with the remaining points to come from a go.herts.ac.uk/entryrequirements for complete combination of HL, SL and Core). details. UCAS Tariff GCE/VCE Qualifications BTEC Qualifications (QCF) Diploma in Foundation Tariff (Suite of Qualifications known as Nationals) Studies (Art & Design and Points Art, Design & Media) GCE AS/ GCE GCE/ Extended Diploma 90 Credit Subsidiary Certificate AS VCE A level/ AVCE Diploma Diploma Diploma AVCE Double Award Award D*D*D* 168 D*D*D 160 D*DD 152 DDD 144 DDM 128 A*A* DMM D*D* Distinction 112 A*A D*D 104 AA MMM DD Merit 96 AB 88 D*D* 84 BB MMP DM Pass 80 D*D 78 BC DD 72 CC MPP MM 64 DM 60 A* CD D* 56 A DD PPP MP MM D 48 B DE 40 MP 36 C EE PP M 32 D* 28 D PP D 24 A 20 B E P M 16 C 12 D 10 P 8 E 6

16 Entry requirements

Entry requirements

How does the UCAS tariff work? If you’ve already studied at college or university, or When prospective students come to us, they have you’ve got equivalent work experience, we may be a huge variety of existing qualifications. The tariff able to award you credit for what you’ve done. As system establishes equivalences between different a result, you may be exempt from some elements qualifications, allowing us to make fair comparisons of your course. Please talk to the University or your between applicants. preferred college.

How do I work out my points total? Minor changes Find all of your qualifications in the table opposite This prospectus was printed in 2017. The published and add up your points scores. We count all tariff was correct at the time of printing, however qualifications within the tariff towards your points tariffs may be subject to minor changes for some total. Remember you must have passed a full Level courses. For the latest information, visit 3 programme – we can’t just count points from your go.herts.ac.uk/consortium AS levels! If you can’t see yours in the table, there’s a more extensive list at www.ucas.com

Just remember you can’t double count the same or similar qualifications. For example, you can’t count points for both an A level and an AS level (or a Scottish Advanced Higher and a Higher) in the same subject.

What if my qualification isn’t in the tariff? The tariff makes it easy to see whether you’ve got the right qualifications to join one of our courses. It also allows us to keep our entry requirements flexible, so we can welcome people from all sorts of educational backgrounds.

Returning to education? Lots of our students are returning to study after a break and we’re very supportive of that decision. We welcome applicants who might have finished secondary school some years ago and have since gained life and work experiences relevant to their course.

17 Fees and funding

Fees and funding

Tuition fees Living-cost loans As a full-time UK or EU student at one of the As well as the loan to cover your tuition fees, full- Consortium colleges, you don’t have to pay fees time UK undergraduates are eligible for a loan to upfront. Instead, you’ll be able to apply for a tuition support living costs. The amount you can borrow fee loan, which you’ll only start paying back once depends on your circumstances and whether you you’ve finished your studies and are earning at least are living away from home. For more information £21,000* a year. To find out more, visit visit www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance Other forms of financial support For the 2018-19 academic year, the fee for each If you need any more advice or information on full-time Foundation Degree at a Consortium college funding, you can talk to the University student is £6,165 a year. The fee for a one-year full-time services team at your chosen college or the Extended Degree is £6,165. For more information University, in complete confidence. They’ll be able about fees, including for part-time students visit to tell you about any additional sources of support go.herts.ac.uk/fees you may be eligible for. If you think you might need a student loan to help with your tuition fees or living If you choose to progress to an honours degree at costs, make sure you apply to Student Finance the University of Hertfordshire, after your Foundation England well ahead of the start of your course. degree, your fees for that year will be in line with the Check out www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance for current University fee for your course. all the information.

*All figures correct at time of publication

18 How to apply

How to apply

Once you’ve decided on the course for you, it’s time I am really glad I chose to to apply. We’re here to make it as easy as possible, so if you need any help, just talk to your preferred “study at Foundation Degree college. level. I feel better equipped Through UCAS... with a sound understanding

If you’d like to start a full-time Foundation Degree of what the Visual or Extended Degree, you’ll need to apply through UCAS. Merchandising industry is about and feel confident to“ Visit www.ucas.com, click on ‘apply’ and follow the instructions. If you haven’t got internet access at progress on to study a BA home, school or college, your local library or Online (Hons) within this field. Centre may be able to help. You can contact UCAS on 0371 468 0468. Visual Merchandising Foundation Degree graduate. Applications are normally made between 1 September and 15 January, including applications to art and design courses. Applications can also be Part-time Foundation Degree applications made right up to 30 June, however some courses If you would like to study with us part-time, please may close after the 15 January deadline. get in touch with your preferred college. Applications must be made on the standard university application Use the UCAS code and institution code listed form for part-time courses at go.herts.ac.uk/apply for your chosen course (given in each course description). When the course is offered at more Contacting the University than one college, make sure you also put the +44 (0) 1707 284800 campus code for your preferred college on your Lines are open (UK time) application form: 07:00 - 22:00 Mondays to Friday 09:00 - 16:00 Saturday and Sunday Hertford Regional College: Campus Code H North Hertfordshire College: Campus Code N Equal opportunities Oaklands College: Campus Code O The University of Hertfordshire and all Consortium West Herts College: Campus Code W colleges are committed to equal opportunities. Your chosen college can give you more information on its Contacting UCAS policies. UCAS Rosehill New Barn Lane Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL52 3LZ www.ucas.ac.uk +44 (0)371 468 0468

19 Business Management

Foundation Degree Business Management

This Foundation degree will give you an excellent What are the entry requirements? grounding in Business Management with 48 points, including one GCE A Level or an emphasis on personal development and equivalent employability. The course features a range of IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject at modules covering the core business functions, grade 4 or above (with the remaining points to introducing marketing, human resources, come from a combination of HL, SL and Core). finance, business organisations and a work-based GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 4 or learning project with a local employer. All business above (Grade C or above if taken prior to 2015). students study a common year before choosing Study route to continue on a business course or going on to Full-time 2 years specialise in their second year. Part-time 2 years over 3 semesters per year Which modules will I study? Institution code: H36 First year UCAS Code: N101 • Accounting for Managers • Business Law Location • Developing the Business Professional • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) • Economics for Business • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) • Introduction to Human Resource Management • Oaklands College (Campus code: O) • Methods and Systems for Business Decisions • West Herts College (Campus code: W) • Principles of Marketing Validated by • Introduction to Research Methods The University of Hertfordshire Second year Over the following pages, we’ve outlined the • Enterprise subjects in which you can specialise in for your • Exploring Business Ethics second year, and which colleges run each • Global Business pathway. • Work Based Learning Project – pathway specific • Plus modules from your specialism Why should I study here? Students choosing the general FdA Business You will develop your existing knowledge to a Management are advised to take one module from higher level in a supportive environment with each pathway - Accounting, Human Resources highly experienced staff and excellent employer Management and Marketing. relationships. Your increased ability to think critically and reflect on your practice will enable you to further your career or continued study. What will the course be like? You will study work-based learning modules in year Where will it take me? one culminating in a work-based learning project Your Foundation Degree is a standalone negotiated and agreed with an employer in year qualification that allows you to progress to a BA two. You will have the opportunity to attend lectures (Hons) degree at the University, start your own by guest speakers from industry, relevant to your business or start a career within general business vocational habitus. management, finance, accounting, marketing, human resource management, law, tourism or event management.

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Foundation Degree Business Management with Accounting

This pathway is designed to develop your UCAS code: N1N3 understanding of the role and use of accounting within business and business decision making. You Institution code: H36 will cover accounting techniques and explore how to prepare financial statements for different types of Location business enterprise. Additionally, it will develop your • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) understanding of the role of business in society and • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) develop knowledge of the main functional areas; • Oaklands college (WGC campus) marketing and human resources. • West Herts College (Campus code: W)

You will gain a specialist knowledge of the main theories and practices of how organisations are Which modules will I study? financed, the allocation and management of Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: financial resources within companies and the role of • Analysing Financial Information accounting as a guiding mechanism for managerial • Financial Management decision-making. • Management Accounting for Business Decisions

Foundation Degree Business Management with Event Management

On this pathway you will develop an understanding UCAS code: N104 of how to manage events within different areas, such as sports, tourism, arts and theatre. You will Institution code: H36 examine the importance of incorporating health, safety and security issues into event planning Location and design as well as identifying potential risks • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) and proposed solutions. You will also look at the • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) importance of event management within society and • Oaklands College (Campus code: O) analyse the political, economic and environmental • West Herts College (Campus code: W) costs and benefits of events.

Which modules will I study? Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: • Event Planning, Design and Community Engagement • Exploring the Event Industry • Risk Management and Security for Events

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Foundation Degree Business Management with Human Resource Management

This pathway is designed to provide you with a UCAS code: N1N6 basis for entering a career in human resource management, training or industrial relations, or Institution code: H36 in other employment related fields. Additionally, you will develop your understanding of the role of Location business in society and develop knowledge of the • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) main functional areas; accounting and marketing. • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) • West Herts College (Campus code: W) You will develop an understanding of HR policies and practices. You will study the disciplines underlying human resource management and their Which modules will I study? application. You will also take a broader view of Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: issues and trends in employment. You will also be • Organisational Psychology able to work on a work-based learning project, • Performance Management and Reward giving you hands-on experience. • Resourcing and Talent Management

Foundation Degree Business Management with Law

This pathway is designed to give you the skills, UCAS code: N1MC knowledge and expertise necessary to enter a career in law. Additionally, it will develop your Institution code: H36 understanding of the role of business in society and develop knowledge of the main functional areas; Location accounting, marketing and human resources. • Oaklands College (WGC campus) • North Hertfordshire College (Stevenage You will acquire knowledge of UK and European campus) laws by examining and demonstrating principles of • West Herts College (Campus code: W) contract and commercial law, and applying them to business scenarios. You will identify, interpret and explain standard clauses in business contracts.

Which modules will I study? Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: • Contract and Commercial Law (double module) • English and European Legal Systems and Procedures

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Foundation Degree Business Management with Marketing

You will study the principles of marketing and UCAS code: N1N5 marketing communications as well as developing a strategic awareness of how marketers develop Location products and services to build a superior value • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) proposition. You will also examine how decisions are • Oaklands College (WGC campus) made and how they impact the organisation. You will • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) also be able to work on a work based learning project, • West Herts College (Campus code: W) giving you hands-on experience.

Additionally, you will develop your understanding of Which modules will I study? the role of business in society and develop knowledge Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: of the main functional areas; accounting and human • Marketing Communications resources. • Marketing Planning • Product Innovation

Foundation Degree Business Management with Tourism

On this pathway, you will study tourism and UCAS code: N103 consumer buyer behaviour together with their implications for segmenting and targeting. Institution code: H36 Additionally, you will examine factors influencing the nature and spatial distribution of tourism Location development as well as impacts on the environment. • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) Passenger transportation providers for tourism will • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) also be reviewed. You will also be able to work on • West Herts College (Campus code: W) a work-based learning project, giving you hands-on experience. Which modules will I study? This programme is designed to provide you with a Modules include all those listed on page 20 plus: basis for entering a career in tourism. Additionally, • Destination Marketing Research you will develop your understanding of the role of • Tourism and Development business in society and develop knowledge of the • Tourism Passenger Transport main functional areas; marketing, accounting and human resources.

23 Computing Technologies

Foundation Degree Computing Technologies

This Foundation degree gives you an excellent What are the entry requirements? grounding in computing, offering a good insight 48 points, including one GCE A Level or into different programming techniques and an equivalent understanding of databases and networks in a IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject business environment. You will gain knowledge at grade 4 or above (with the remaining points of general computing techniques in your first year to come from a combination of HL, SL and before going on to specialise in your chosen area in Core). GCSE Maths and English Language at your second year. grade 4 or above (Grade C or above if taken prior to 2015). Which modules will I study? Study route First year Full-time 2 years • Developing the Computing Professional • Topics in Computer systems Location • Systems Analysis • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) • Programming Concepts • West Herts College (Campus code: W) • Designing for the User Experience Validated by • Applied Programming The University of Hertfordshire • Networking Fundamentals • Project Management Over the following pages, we have outlined the subjects in which you can choose to specialise Second year in for your second year. • Work-Based Learning Project in Internet System Development, Software Application or Advanced Networking Why should I study here? • Software Development 1 This qualification will prepare you for the world • Web Programming (HTML, CSS) of work. Your work-based learning module will • Advanced Networking 1 give you invaluable experience and develop your • Data Analysis and Design understanding of how computing technologies • Internet Technologies impact an organisation. • Web Development & Programming • Software Development 2 Where will it take me? • Advanced Networking 2 Your Foundation degree is a standalone • Mobile Design and Development qualification. From here, you may want to progress • Object Orientated Programming your studies and take a BSc (Hons) in Computer • Computing in Business Science at the University of Hertfordshire or move straight into employment in your specialist area – What will the course be like? some examples of potential career paths are listed When you’ve completed your first year, you will under the various specialisms on the next pages. have the opportunity to specialise in Web Based Technologies, networks or software development in your second year. You’ll also be developing your professional and employability skills.

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Foundation Degree Computing Technologies (Web Based Technologies)

You will gain a basic understanding of the issues UCAS code: I150 that arise when working with digital multimedia on this pathway, as well as studying the historical Institution code: H36 development of games, educational products and e-commerce. You’ll also learn how to plan a Location multimedia project as well as studying aspects of • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) creating and packaging an entertainment product • West Herts College (Campus code: W) for market.

Which modules will I study? • Web Programming • Web Development and Programming • Mobile Design and Development

Where will it take me? When you have finished your Foundation Degree you will be able to take up employment in a wide range of roles in the entertainment and multimedia industries, including animator, game designer, interactive writer, video producer and web developer. Alternatively, you may want to progress your studies and take a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire.

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Foundation Degree Computing Technologies (Networks and Cyber Security)

If you choose this pathway, you will complete UCAS code: I120 modules that give you an in-depth insight into the nature of computer networks, as well as experience Institution code: H36 of the practical application of networks and how they are used within organisations. Location • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) Which modules will I study? • West Herts College (Campus code: W) • Routing, Switching and Security • Further Routing and Switching • WAN Protocols and Technologies Alternatively, you may want to progress your studies and take a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science at the Where will it take me? University of Hertfordshire. When you have completed this Foundation Degree, you’ll be able to take up a wide range of roles, including network technician, network administrator, wireless specialist and network security engineer.

Foundation Degree Computing Technologies (Software Development)

This course will give you a practical grounding in UCAS code: I310 emerging software development technologies. You will develop your understanding of these, culminating Institution code: H36 in a practical project where you will extend your knowledge by fulfilling a project specification. Location • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) Which modules will I study? • West Herts College (Campus code: W) • Software Development 1 • Software Development 2 • Object Orientated Programming Potential roles include software developer, software engineer, web programmer, systems analyst or Where will it take me? game developer. Alternatively, you may want to When you have completed your Foundation Degree progress your studies and take a BSc (Hons) in you will be prepared for a career developing, Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire. engineering and producing software. This could be within a software specialist or within any organisation that develops and maintains in-house software.

26 Creative Enterprise

Foundation Degree Creative Enterprise

This exciting range of Foundation degrees provides What are the entry requirements? an excellent grounding in the creative arts and is 48 points, including one GCE A Level or equivalent perfect for anyone looking to enhance their creative IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject at and technical skills. It incorporates a range of learning grade 4 or above (with the remaining points to focused on developing your understanding and skills come from a combination of HL, SL and Core). in the creative industries. You will study the same core GCSE Maths at and English Language at grade 4 modules regardless of the specialism you choose but or above (Grade C or above if taken prior to 2015). your projects, coursework and work-based learning An interview or presentation of portfolio may be will generally be themed around and developed to suit required your specific area of interest. Three modules will be entirely specific to your chosen subject. Validated by The University of Hertfordshire Which modules will I study? First Year Over the following pages, we’ve outlined the areas • Work-based learning: developing professional in which you can choose to specialise in during practice and employability skills your studies. The entry requirements are the same • Historical and contemporary context for all of these courses. • Creative languages • Creative problem solving • Creative vocational practice*

Second Year • Work-based learning project: professional practice • Contextual studies • Cultural and ethical debate • Portfolio development* • Final major project* *these modules, accounting for over one third of the course, will be specific to your chosen subject.

Why should I study here? You will gain valuable experience through the presentation of your final year project, be it a screening or exhibition. It’s the perfect opportunity to build up your industry contacts as you show off your skills and showcase your work to distinguished guests and the local press.

Where will it take me? Your Foundation degree is a standalone qualification which will prepare you for a broad range of roles in the creative industries. If you’d prefer to continue your studies, you can progress to an appropriate Honours degree either at the University of Hertfordshire or at another institution. 27 Creative Enterprise

Foundation Degree Fashion and Textiles

This course allows you to explore a variety UCAS code: W232 of techniques and skills associated with the fashion and textile industry including printed and Institution code: H36 constructed textile techniques, and associated processes and technologies. Location • West Herts College (Campus code: W) Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on page Study route 27 with a specific emphasis on fashion and textiles. Full-time 2 years

What will the course be like? You will be responding to ‘live’ and vocational briefs, along with visits to exhibitions, galleries and retailers as you learn how to target a market and respond to the needs of the fashion industry. You will develop a portfolio and your own collections giving you the opportunity to demonstrate creative and technical skills.

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Foundation Degree Fine Art Practice

Encompassing a whole spectrum of artistic UCAS code: W190 methods, this degree involves the pursuit of visual languages and imagery that hold particular meaning Institution code: H36 and significance to the artist. Location Which modules will I study? • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) You will study all of the modules outlined on page 27 with a specific emphasis on fine art practice and Study route techniques. Full-time 2 years

What will the course be like? During the course you’ll investigate a number of aspects including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital applications, film, performance, textiles and photography. You’ll be encouraged to develop as an independent practitioner and regularly exhibit your work.

Foundation Degree Graphic Design

Ideas are at the heart of this exciting course, with UCAS code: W216 a strong emphasis on practical experimental work. Vocational projects will inspire you to provide Institution code: H36 communication and design solutions in the areas of publishing, advertising, corporate work, publicity Location information and new and emerging media. • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) • West Herts College (Campus code: W) Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on page Study route 27 with a specific emphasis on graphic design. Full-time 2 years

What will the course be like? You’ll be responding to vocationally-based briefs in a creative and considered way, evaluating and analysing your work as you progress. You will be introduced to the issues of analytical, aesthetic and theoretical frameworks as used in the industry.

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Foundation Degree Illustration

Illustration is all about translating the requirements UCAS code: W220 of your client into visual communication. This course helps you to challenge your personal thinking, Institution code: H36 processes and attitudes, teaching you how to focus on, and respond to, client briefs. Location • West Herts College (Campus code: W) Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on Study route page 27 with a specific emphasis on illustration Full-time 2 years techniques.

What will the course be like? The course embraces all aspects of illustration, including traditional drawing, printmaking, photography and digital technologies.

By visiting exhibitions and museums you’ll also gain a clear understanding of analysis and frameworks used by the industry.

Foundation Degree Three Dimensional Design

This course will allow you to develop a comprehensive UCAS code: W201 understanding of the skills and processes involved in the field of Three Dimensional Design. You will have Institution code: H36 the opportunity to participate in work placements, educational visits and to enter competitions. Location • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on page Study route 27 with a specific emphasis on three dimensional Full-time 2 years design techniques.

What will the course be like? and career ambitions. You will create your own In Year 1, you will develop your practical and portfolio of design work to showcase your individual theoretical skills. You will be dealing with the design skills. and making of a range of functional objects and the design of environments and interiors. During Year 2, you will have the chance to focus on one or more specialist areas in order to reflect your own interests

30 Creative Enterprise

Foundation Degree Media Production

This course covers a wide range of subjects across UCAS code: W283 video and media production, fully preparing you for a career in this exciting industry. Institution code: H36

Which modules will I study? Location You will study all of the modules outlined on page • Oaklands College (Campus code: O) 27 with a specific emphasis on media production • West Herts College (Campus code: W) techniques. Study route What will the course be like? Full-time 2 years You’ll study a broad selection of topics, including short film drama or documentary production. You will also take part in modules that develop your professional skills and work-based learning experience. These modules are designed to equip You’re consistently you to enter a highly competitive industry, and help you to develop your skills and competitive edge. “surrounded in a professional This course places a strong emphasis on getting environment which gives you ready for work in the creative industries. you the confidence to really unleash your creativity in the projects you want to create. Oaklands gives you almost complete creative freedom on

the projects you work on, no

matter how crazy the idea is, they will support you in any “ way they can to make sure your vision is how you want it.

Bradley Page

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Foundation Degree Photography

This course is the perfect opportunity to develop UCAS code: W640 your technical and photography skills to a high level. It places a strong emphasis on experimental Institution code: H36 work, giving you the freedom to discover your own individual style and and identify appropriate Location professional contexts. The practical elements are • West Herts College (Campus code: W) supported by visits to exhibitions and museums, helping to expand your industry knowledge. Study route Full-time 2 years Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on page 27 with a specific emphasis on photographic All the projects on the course are geared towards techniques. professional practice, and you will develop the understanding and a portfolio that will be an What will the course be like? important asset, demonstrating examples of work You’ll be responding to live briefs, practising your to potential employers, laying the foundations for a photography and evaluating your own work as the freelance business or for entry to university. course progresses.

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Foundation Degree Visual Merchandising

This programme of study will equip you with the UCAS code: WN22 wide range of knowledge and skills required to work in the Visual Merchandising industry. You will Institution code: H36 learn the design process, the theory and practice of Visual Merchandising, how to deal with space, Location product presentation methods and presentation • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) techniques such as model making. The programme has strong industry links with well-known leading Study route retail brands such as Selfridges, Harrods, John Full-time 2 years Lewis, Marks & Spencer and Ikea. You will be given the opportunity to gain in-depth work experience via work placements, ‘live briefs’, and presentations from industry specialists.

BRITISH DISPLAY SOCIETY ACCREDITED The Foundation Degree in Visual Merchandising is recognised by the British Display Society as a UK ‘Centre of Excellence’. Graduates may receive the award of ProDip.BDS upon successful completion of the course and have the benefit of membership of the British Display Society whilst studying at Hertford Regional College.

Which modules will I study? You will study all of the modules outlined on page 27 with a specific emphasis on visual merchandising techniques.

What will the course be like? You’ll discover all the secrets behind visual merchandising, including how to source stunning materials, graphics and equipment. You’ll also have the opportunity to work on photoshoots, learning how to promote the latest fashion and home furnishing concepts.

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Foundation Degree Early Years

This course is a great next step if you have already What are the entry requirements? got a Level 3 qualification and experience in 48 points, including one GCE A Level or childcare. Developed in consultation with childcare equivalent employers, it’s designed to give you the valuable IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject skills employers really need. at grade 4 or above (with the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL and Which modules will I study? Core). GCSE Maths and English Language First Year at grade 4 or above. (Grade C or above if • Legislation and legal responsibilities for the taken prior to 2015). UCAS points to come children’s workforce from a relevant qualification such as Level 3 • Continuing personal and professional development CACHE certificate or significant relevant work • The developing child experience, satisfactory reference, evidence of • Developing professional practice in the workplace current DBS and interview.

Second Year Study route • Early Years frameworks for children aged 0-7; Part-time 2 years – 1 day per week over 3 Principles into practice semesters • Approaches to research in early years • Leading and managing in children’s workforce Full-time 2 years over 2 semesters settings • Integrated working in the children’s workforce Location • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) What will the course be like? • Oaklands College – part-time only (WGC On this exciting course you will build on your current Campus) experience in working with children. In addition you • North Hertfordshire College – part-time only will study a range of modules relevant to the sector. (Campus code: N) We’ll be assessing you through assignments, case • West Herts College (Campus code: W) studies, presentations and other forms of assignment tasks. UCAS code: X302 (full-time applications) Part-time applications, apply direct to the Why should I study here? University of Hertfordshire, see p19 for details. Highly experienced staff, excellent employer relationships and a newly updated curriculum will Institution code: H36 enable you to develop your existing knowledge to a higher level in a supportive environment. Your Validated by increased ability to think critically and reflect on your The University of Hertfordshire practice will enable you to further your career or continued study. Students may also have the opportunity to apply Where will it take me? to a two-year BA (Hons) in Education Studies at Your Foundation Degree is a standalone qualification. at the University of Hertfordshire and elsewhere. Once you successfully complete your studies, you Applicants wishing to progress their career further can move on to the one-year blended learning BA into the teaching profession will need to acquire (Hons) in Early Childhood Education at the University GCSEs in Maths, English and Science at Grade 4 of Hertfordshire. or above.

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BEng/BSc Honours Extended Degree in Engineering & Technology

If you’d like to study for a degree in engineering but What are the entry requirements? don’t have the right qualifications, you can apply 48 points, including one GCE A Level or equivalent for this BEng/ BSc Extended degree. It’s a one IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject at year introductory maths and engineering course grade 4 or above (with the remaining points to preparing you to continue your degree at the come from a combination of HL, SL and Core). University of Hertfordshire. GCSE Maths, English Language and Science at grade 4 or above (Grade C or above if taken prior Which modules will I study? to 2015). • Engineering studies and skills • Mathematics 1 Study route • Engineering science Full-time (4 years including 1 year introductory • Digital and Software Applications in Engineering course)* • Mathematics 2 • Mechanical science Location • Electrical Science And Digital Technology • Hertford Regional College (Campus code: H) • Engineering project • Oaklands College (Campus code: O) • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) What will the course be like? • Also available at Barnet and Southgate Depending on your choice, you can take this course College (Campus code: B) full-time over four years or five years with a work- placement, which includes integrated industrial UCAS code: training. In your initial year you’ll cover all the Depends on subject choice – check fundamental areas you need to work in the engineering UCAS for details industry, including materials and mechanical science, maths and electronics. This will provide you with the Institution code: H36 knowledge required to progress to the BEng or MEng qualification (dependent on your results). Validated by The University of Hertfordshire Why should I study here? This course provides you with an opportunity to build your understanding of engineering in a college environment enabling you to continue on your degree course. Initial year students have the added benefit of studying one day a week at the University of Hertfordshire’s engineering facilities.

Where will it take me? When you’ve passed your initial year, you will be eligible to continue your studies on an engineering degree at the University of Hertfordshire. Many of our students take courses in aerospace engineering, automotive technology or engineering management.

*5 years if a work placement year is also included.

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BSc Extended Degree in Science

If you’d like to study for a degree in science but What are the entry requirements? don’t yet have the right qualifications, you can 48 points, including one GCE A Level or apply for this BSc Extended degree. It’s a one year equivalent introductory science and maths course preparing IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject you to continue your degree at the University of at grade 4 or above (with the remaining points Hertfordshire. to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core). GCSE Maths, English Language and Which modules will I study? Science at grade 4 or above (Grade C or above • Introductory Biology if taken prior to 2015). • Introductory Chemistry • Introductory Physics Study route • Individual project Full-time (4 years including 1 year introductory • You will also have a range of optional modules course)* to choose from related to your chosen degree specialism. Location • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code: N) Students will be required to take either Mathematics • West Herts College (Campus code: W) for Scientists, or Mathematics in semester A, with Mathematics being optional in Semester B for those UCAS code: who have taken Mathematics for Scientists. Depends on subject choice – check UCAS for details What will the course be like? You will gain a good grounding in science modules Institution code: H36 that will prepare you for progression to your chosen degree specialism at the University of Hertfordshire. Validated by You’ll be assessed through coursework, exams, The University of Hertfordshire presentations and practical assignments.

Why should I study here? *5 years if a work placement year is also included. You will have the opportunity to build the knowledge and understanding required to continue on your Where will it take me? degree course. Many of our Extended Degree When you’ve successfully completed this initial year students go on to graduate with very good degrees, you’ll be able to carry on with your degree studies leading to successful careers in their chosen at the University of Hertfordshire. Depending on specialism or postgraduate study. your grades, you have the option of a number of science degrees, including Physics, Astrophysics, Radiography and Imaging, Geography and Pharmacy, plus a range of subjects on the Joint Honours programme. Progression on to some courses will require an interview.

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Foundation Degree Sports Studies

This course covers three main areas: sports What are the entry requirements? management, sports coaching (including exercise 48 points, including one GCE A Level or & fitness), and sports development. It’s designed equivalent to prepare you for a career in the sport and leisure IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject industry or act as a stepping stone to a full Honours at grade 4 or above (with the remaining points Degree. to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core). GCSE Maths and English Language at Which modules will I study? Level 4 or above (Grade C or above if taken First Year prior to 2015). • Performance and Movement Analysis • Sports Industry Management Study route • Social Aspects of Sports and Exercise Full-time 2 years • Coaching Sports, Exercise and Fitness • Professional Development for the Sports and Location Exercise Industry • North Hertfordshire College (Campus code N) • Sports Marketing • Oaklands College (Campus code O) • Fundamentals of Sports Development • West Herts College (Campus code W)

Second Year UCAS code: C601 • Principles of Sports Science Support • Sports Event Management Institution code: H36 • Research Skills for Sports Studies • Work-Based Learning Project Validated by • Applied Coaching Techniques The University of Hertfordshire • Socio-Cultural Dynamics of Sports and Exercise • Sports, Health and Exercise Issues Where will it take me? What will the course be like? Our vocationally focused Foundation degree You will be guided towards gaining sports coaching will equip you with all the skills and knowledge and exercise instruction qualifications, which, not you need for a career in the industry. When only help you to enhance your personal CV and you’ve successfully finished you can either start portfolio of industrial experience, but also provides employment straight away, or, depending on your you with academic credit. grades, you could move onto the final year of a full Honours degree at the University of Hertfordshire. This course has a vocational focus. You’ll have the opportunity to test the knowledge you gain in the classroom within a relevant employment setting as part of your work-based learning module.

Why should I study here? You’ll have access to outstanding facilities at your college and at the University. Coaching modules are taught at the state-of-the-art Hertfordshire Sports Village on the University’s de Havilland campus.

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Animal Management

Foundation Degree Animal Management

If you’re interested in a career managing or caring What are the entry requirements? for animals, this is the course for you. It will equip 48 points, including one GCE A Level or you with the advanced specialist knowledge and equivalent skills valued by employers within the industry. IB - 48 points with a minimum of 1 HL subject at grade 4 or above (with the remaining points Which modules will I study? to come from a combination of HL, SL and First Year Core). GCSE Maths, English Language and • Personal Development Planning Science at grade 4 or above (Grade C or above • Small and Exotic Animal Husbandry if taken prior to 2015). • Anatomy and Physiology • Animal Nutrition Non-Standard Entry • Animal Health Applicants not within the categories described • Livestock Husbandry and Welfare above, but who can demonstrate through • Animal Physiology relevant work experience that they can succeed on the programme, will be considered on an Second Year individual basis. • Law in Land Based Industry • Enterprise and Business Ethics We also consider applications from those • Investigative Methods returning to study, with equivalent qualifications • Introduction to Animal Behaviour Science or with relevant work experience. • Animal Reproduction and Technology • Animal Conservation Please contact Oaklands College for more • Work Related Project details.

What will the course be like? Study route You’ll be examining the science behind a wide range Full-time 2 years of aspects of the industry, as well as developing your vocational skills and knowledge. Location • Oaklands College (Campus code O) Why should I study here? We have very strong links with potential employers, UCAS code: D300 who provide a large proportion of your work-based learning, giving you a distinct advantage when Institution code: H36 you’re starting your career. Validated by Where will it take me? The University of Hertfordshire Your Foundation degree is a standalone qualification, so when you’ve completed it you’ll be This course is LANTRA approved well prepared for a career in the industry. Many of our past students have taken jobs in animal charity organisations, animal boarding establishments, local authority or government agencies and animal collections. If you’d like to continue your studies, you’ll be able to apply for Honours degrees in the same sector.

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North Hertfordshire College University of Hertfordshire tel: 01462 424242 Admissions Service 01707 284800 [email protected] Clearing Hotline 01707 284848 www.nhc.ac.uk [email protected] www.herts.ac.uk Oaklands College tel: 01727 737000 Published by [email protected] Marketing and Communications, www.oaklands.ac.uk University of Hertfordshire

42 Terms and Conditions

This prospectus Your relationship with us This prospectus is primarily intended for use by prospective If you are offered and accept a place on a course advertised in students who are interested in applying for a place on a this prospectus, you will become a member of a community University of Hertfordshire course starting in the 2018/19 that enjoys many rights and privileges. You will also be expected academic year that is delivered at one of the four Hertfordshire to accept a number of responsibilities in the interests of the Higher Education Consortium colleges (the “Colleges”). We try community as a whole. These rights and responsibilities form our best to make sure that the information in the prospectus part of the contractual relationship that will exist between you is accurate and up to date at the time of publication (October and the University. Although your primary contractual relationship 2017). However, we cannot guarantee that it does not contain will be with the University, you will also be registered as a student any errors and to the fullest extent permitted by law we do not of the College where the course is delivered. accept liability for such errors. If you believe you have found an error, please let us know at [email protected]. If you are interested in applying for a place on a course, you can find further information about the nature of this primary Even where the information was accurate at the time of contractual relationship in the University’s Key Facts Document publication, we may need to update it from time to time, and Fees and Finance Policy for 2018/19 entry which are for example as a result of the way in which the University of available on its website at http://www.herts.ac.uk/apply. A copy Hertfordshire (the “University”) and/or the Colleges continually of these documents will also be sent to you by the University if seek to improve their academic provision and take on board you are offered a place. feedback from students and other stakeholders, or in order to take account of circumstances that have changed since Amongst many other things, the Key Facts Document sets out publication. the standards which the University will strive to ensure are met if you accept an offer of a place for entry in the 2018/19 academic Any corrections or updates to information originally published in year, and the circumstances in which changes may be made this prospectus will be set out on the University’s website at to your course before you finish. It also provides further specific http://www.herts.ac.uk/apply. information about your position as a “Consortium student”, such as which institution you should raise a complaint with if For up to date information about the courses and the University’s something goes wrong. arrangements with the Colleges, please view the University’s website at http://www.herts.ac.uk/apply/schools-of-study/ University facilities hertfordshire-higher-education-consortium. For information If you accept a place on a course advertised in this prospectus, about life at the Colleges, please also view their individual you will generally have the same right to access and use the websites (addresses are given in the prospectus). University’s facilities as other students of the University, upon the same terms and conditions. Applications Please note that nothing in this prospectus is intended to Important note constitute an offer of a place to any prospective student. If Finally, please bear in mind that in order to provide information to you wish to study on one of the courses advertised in this prospective students as early as possible in the academic cycle, prospectus, you will need to make a formal application, following this prospectus is published a long time in advance of most which you will be informed whether you are being offered a offers being made. In the case therefore of any inconsistency place. You should make your application to the University (via between anything in this prospectus and anything in your offer UCAS, where applicable). This is because these courses are letter (if you are offered a place) or the documents that are sent offered by the University even though they are delivered on with your offer letter, the information in your offer letter and these behalf of the University by the Colleges. other documents should be relied upon.

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Open Day Dates 2018/19

Hertford Regional College Oaklands College Broxbourne and Ware Campuses Welwyn Garden City Campus Open Evening Open Events Wednesday 18 October 2017 - 5.30pm - 8pm Tuesday 14 November 2017 - 5pm - 8pm Wednesday 7 February 2018 - 5pm - 8pm Higher Education Open Evening Tuesday 14 November 2017 - 5.30pm - 8pm Wednesday 25 April 2018 - 5pm - 7pm

Open Day Saturday 20 January 2018 - 10am - 2pm West Herts College Watford Campus Open Evening Wednesday 21 March 2018 - 5.30pm - 8pm Saturday 11 November 2017 - 9.30am - 2.30pm Saturday 3 March 2018 - 9.30am - 1.30pm Open Day Saturday 9 June 2018 - 10am - 2pm Saturday 23 June 2018 - 10.30am - 12.30pm

North Hertfordshire College University of Hertfordshire Hitchin Campuses Sunday 15 October 2017 Thursday 9 November 2017 - 10am - 12noon Saturday 18 November 2017 Wednesday 7 February 2018 - 5pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 13 December 2017 (mini open day) Saturday 24 March 2018 - 5pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 7 February 2018 (mini open day) Thursday 17 May 2018 - 10am - 12noon Saturday 17 March 2018 Friday 15 June 2018 Oaklands College Wednesday 11 July 2018 (mini open day) St Albans Campus Clearing Open Days Open Events Saturday 18 August 2018 Saturday 11 November 2017 - 10am - 2pm Tuesday 21 August 2018 Tuesday 6 February 2018 - 5pm - 8pm Tuesday 24 April 2018 - 5pm - 7pm

To find out more about any of the above events, please visit the individual institutions websites.

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College locations...

Colleges and Campuses

Hertford Regional North Hertfordshire Oaklands College 8 University of College College 55 St Albans Campus Hertfordshire •1 Broxbourne Campus •3 Hitchin Campus •6 Welwyn Garden City 22 Ware Campus 4 Stevenage Campus Campus 4 Engineering & Construction Campus West Herts College •7 Watford Campus

College Lane Campus St. Albans Campus Hatfield, Herts School of Law AL10 9AB Hatfield Road St. Albans A1 Tel: +44 (0)1707 284 000 AL1 3RR Tel: +44 (0)1707 286 200 de Havilland Campus A600 Hatfield, Herts University of Hertfordshire AL10 9EU Bayfordbury, Herts A6 Letchworth Baldock Tel: +44 (0)1707 285 536 SG13 8LD M11 Tel: +44 (0)1992 503 498 Titan Court A1(M) Bishop Square, Hatfield Hitchin Meridian House 3 AL10 9NA 32 the Common Hertfordshire Tel: +44 (0)1707 264 191 AL10 0NZ Stevenage A120 A505 Tel: +44 (0)1707 285 861 4 Fielder Centre Luton Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield A10 Angerland Park & Ride M1 AL10 9TP AL10 8HS A602 A414 Bishops Stortfod Tel: +44 (0)1707 284 841 A119 A1081 A1(M) Aylesbury Harpenden 6 Hertford 2 M11 Welwyn MacLaurin Building Redbourn Garden City A414 4 Bishops Square Business Park Tring Hatfield A414

AL10 9NE Berkhamsted Hemel Hatfield Hempsted Tel: +44 (0)1707 281 239 8 5 St. Albans A10 B158 1 A414

Epping Potters Bar A5183 M1 M25 7 M25 Watford A1

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For further information

Hertford Regional College tel + 44 (0)1992 411411 [email protected] www.hrc.ac.uk

North Hertfordshire College tel +44 (0)1462 424242 [email protected] www.nhc.ac.uk

Oaklands College tel +44 (0)1727 737000 [email protected] www.oaklands.ac.uk

West Herts College tel +44 (0)1923 812345 [email protected] www.westherts.ac.uk

University of Hertfordshire Admissions Service tel +44 (0)1707 284800 [email protected] go.herts.ac.uk KM3386/09_17