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LOCAL. Welcome to the 2020/21 guide to our University University College Jersey (UCJ) is the leading College Jersey courses. We offer an extensive provider of higher education in Jersey. We work range of higher education courses here at in partnership with Plymouth, Sussex and London Highlands College. Our lecturers are dedicated South Bank Universities, as well as Pearson, to professionals who are experts in their field. If bring degrees and equivalent qualifications you enrol with University College Jersey (UCJ), to Jersey students. Our students benefit from you will benefit from personalised learning and small class sizes, high levels of pastoral care and support. Our students achieve excellent results. tuition by industry and academic experts, which You will complete a work placement where you leads to academic achievement that exceeds will apply your learning and start making an the UK average. GET impact on society in real-time. Work-based learning embedded into We partner with institutions in the U.K. who programmes gives all of our students exposure are leaders in their field of study so that your to industry and helps them to develop their learning experiences are of the highest quality. professional network. As a result, the majority Degree level study is not only personally and of our graduates go on to higher level study intellectually rewarding, it means that you will or graduate-level employment. earn more over your lifetime and have healthier and more fulfilled lives. Isn’t it time you started Studies are enriched by off-island trips and GLOBAL. a new chapter in lifelong learning with us at UCJ? educational visits, as well as social events Get a University of London Don’t forget we offer part-time study routes as organised in conjunction with other on- well; all our students can earn while they learn. island higher education providers. We want our students to have a diverse and fulfilling university experience that sows the seeds law degree in Jersey of future economic and social success.
We look forward to welcoming you to UCJ. Jo Terry-Marchant MA, PGCE, BA (Hons) Principal For more information, contact: Follow us on W: www.lawinstitute.ac.je | T: 01534 826060 InstituteofLawJsy Ben Bennett Head of Higher Education INSTITUTE OF LAW, @InstofLawJersey University College Jersey, Top floor, Turner Building, Institute of Law Highlands Lane, St Saviour, JE1 1HL 48 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 49 Study at University College Jersey
78% of students achieved a 1st or 2.1 honours degree on average over 3 years 200+ students 99% pass rate for are taking higher Higher Education level qualifications students MasonBreese is delighted to sponsor UCJ for our people the opportunity to work across a the second year running. As a local employer variety of industry sectors including international who is committed to training and developing finance, telecommunications, utilities, retail and our people, partnering with the island's leading public sectors. Our clients are based across the Staff to student provider of higher education is a natural fit. Channel Islands, United Kingdom, Europe and Over the last 12 months we have been proud to the Middle east. ratio at UCJ is 1:7 provide UCJ with employability support through better than any UK university for a variety of interventions from CV writing skills MasonBreese is proud to be the lead sponsor similar courses training to interview technique guidance. We are of UCJ also delighted to offer a guaranteed interview academic for a role at MasonBreese to all final year UCJ partners students who are interested in pursuing a achieve your degree career as a business analyst or project manager. in partnership with the We hope to continue to offer exciting career opportunities to graduate calibre candidates, Universities of London South especially from UCJ. Bank, Plymouth and Sussex Jimmy Kelly full access or receive the international Our area of expertise is supporting organisations Director of MasonBreese Earn up to all of Highlands facilities recognition of a BTEC Higher through change and digital transformation by to £6000 and support services National from Pearson providing high calibre Business Analysts and contact us studying Business, Project Managers, plus a range of digital services including data analytics and Robotic Process T 01534 608526 Computing and Automation (RPA). In 2018, we also launched E [email protected] Finance at UCJ can Work & Learn a new service, MB People, which provides earn you money work placement during your course gives you leadership, management and organisational www.highlands.ac.uk during your work access to professionals in industry to support development solutions to our clients. We offer placement the development of your employability skills Academic partners 6 Progression routes 10 Degrees and Future careers 11 Support 12 UCJ Experience 15 diplomas explained How to apply 16 How to fund your course 18 HND/HNC [BTEC Higher Nationals – BA [Honours Degree – awarded by the licensed from Pearson, awarded direct University of Sussex] Access to Higher Education 20 or by LSBU] This is a full three year programme awarded Diploma in Art & Design (UAL) 22 With a qualification that meets employer at level 6. The level indicates the requirement Business & Management 24 needs you will be equipped with both of the profession associated with the degree Childhood Studies 28 academic and practical skills, ensuring you which, in our case is Social Work. For this Civil Engineering 30 leave with the experience required by reason, the entry requirements for the BA Computing 32 business and industry and with the flexibility (Hons) is higher than for Higher Nationals Construction 34 to go straight into employment or top-up and Foundation Degrees. Psychology with Criminology 38 to a full Bachelor’s (BA/BSc Hons) degree with an additional year of full-time study Social Sciences 40 MSc (Master’s Degree) or two years of part-time study. Social Work 42 A Master’s degree is a Level 7 qualification for Sport 44 those who have completed a full degree. It is FdA/FdSc [Foundation Degrees – Human Resource Management 46 an intense period of study, normally lasting 1 awarded by Plymouth University] year full-time or 2 years part-time and includes A foundation degree is a Level 5 stand both taught and research components (based alone qualification, similar to Higher Nationals, on a thesis). Master’s degrees are for those usually delivered in 2 years full-time or 4 years interested in an academic career or higher part-time. A foundation certificate at level 4 level employment. can be awarded after 1 year full-time study or 2 years part-time study. All our foundation Higher and Degree Apprenticeships degrees combine academic study with work placements. A foundation degree can be UCJ offers higher or degree apprenticeships topped up to a full Bachelor’s (BA/BSc Hons) in partnership with the Skills Jersey Trackers degree with an additional year of full-time Apprenticeship programme. It enables UCJ study or two years of part-time study. qualifications to be studied whilst working. Apprentices are expected to be working approximately 30 hrs a week, and attend BSc / BA [Top-up (Hons) Degrees – awarded by Plymouth University & college on a day-release, evening or block- LSBU] release basis. Higher and Degree apprentices are supported in their employment by an A “top-up” honours degree is a Level 6 experienced mentor from Skills Jersey’s qualification that develops higher-level Trackers programme. Applicants considering skills and understanding to work towards this route to higher level study should make it a career in management, research and contact Trackers directly. academic pathways. They are designed as Tel: 01534 449180 the progression route for students who have email: [email protected] already achieved an HND or a foundation happen degree in a relevant or similar subject.
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Pearson London South Bank University Plymouth University University of Sussex Pearson is the UK’s largest awarding body and London South Bank University (LSBU) – originally Founded in 1862 as a School of Navigation, The University of Sussex is a leading higher they are regulated by Ofqual (England), SQA the Borough Polytechnic Institute – laid down and among the highest-ranked modern education and research institution near Accreditation (Scotland), CCEA Accreditation roots in south London in 1892 and has been higher education institutions in the world, Brighton, in the south of England. Sussex was (Northern Ireland) and Qualifications Wales improving the lives of students, businesses the University of Plymouth is now the UK’s the first of the new wave of UK universities (Wales). They offer academic and vocational and the local community ever since. 15th largest university. A twice winner of the founded in the 1960s, receiving its Royal qualifications that are globally recognised LSBU is a double award winner for University Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Charter in 1961. Sussex is a leading research and benchmarked. of the Year for Graduate Employment and Further Education, and with a world-class university, as reflected in the 2014 Research BTEC is the world’s most successful and best- prospects by The Times and The Sunday research pedigree and a reputation for Excellence Framework (REF). Over 75% of loved applied learning brand, and it has been Times Good University Guide 2018 and 2019. innovation in its approach to teaching and research activity at Sussex is categorised as engaging students in practical, interpersonal This follows on from their award learning, the University has consistently built world leading (4*) or internationally excellent and thinking skills for more than 30 years. BTEC as University of the Year for Graduate upon its roots. (3*) in terms of originality, significance and Higher Nationals are professional/ technical Employment and prospects by the Times With 23,000 enrolled students and a further rigour. Overall, the University was placed higher education qualifications, recognised Higher Education Supplement in 2016. LSBU 13,000 studying for a University of Plymouth 36th (of multi-disciplinary institutions) by as equivalent to the first two years of an has a silver rating under the UK government’s award at institutions in the UK and overseas, grade point average (GPA). honours degree. Designed for students Teaching and Excellence Framework (TEF) such as UCJ at Highlands College, Plymouth The University of Sussex is a high ranking who want to gain both recognition through and is in The Guardian Newspaper’s top has become one of the largest and most university: 27th in the UK: The Times Higher higher education level study - and want 100 universities. influential universities in the UK, with research Education Table of Tables 2019; 32nd in the UK: to progress to the final year of an honours UCJ at Highlands College works with the School and teaching that positively impacts cultures The Complete University Guide (CUG) 2020. degree, and those who want an industry of Engineering and the School of The Built and economies across the globe. The University of Sussex is the newest recognised qualification providing the skills Environment and Architecture, which together The University of Plymouth is in the top 10 in partnership with UCJ and awards the BA in and experience to support their progression are the top modern university in London for the UK and 161st in the world 2019 Times Social Work Jersey. Sussex is rated 7th in the in employment. BTEC Higher Nationals are world-leading and internationally excellent Higher Education Young University Rankings. UK for Social Work (The Guardian University co-designed with industry, employers and research in General Engineering. LSBU has Plymouth was the first university to be awarded Guide 2020) and 100% of their Department professional bodies. BTEC Higher National the largest Building School in the UK and trains the Social Enterprise Mark. Plymouth has of Social Work and Social Care graduates qualifications are therefore widely recognised 60% of Building Services engineers. LSBU has a silver rating under the UK government’s were in work or further study six months after by industry and higher education as the been educating Professional Engineers for Teaching and Excellence Framework (TEF). graduating (HESA EPI, Destinations of Leavers principal vocational qualification at Levels over 100 years and was the first university The University of Plymouth has a long from Higher Education 2016). 4 and 5, equivalent to the first two years to admit women to an engineering course. established strategy of working in partnership of an honours degree. Over 100 students have graduated on these with Further Education Colleges in the South programmes through Highlands and have West of England and has been working with won the Jersey Construction Council Awards Highlands college since the establishment for best new entrants to the profession. of a Certificate of Higher Education in Social Sciences in 1992.
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Entering the employment sector after university can be daunting and confusing. The MasonBreese Change Academy is an ideal way to start your professional development whilst earning a market-leading salary. “MasonBreese have supported my professional development through You will become part of a dynamic, vibrant team with access to a diverse the Change Academy and now I range of businesses where you will learn how to become an effective Business am a fully-fledged Business Analyst Analyst. The Change Academy offers the perfect opportunity to develop your Management Consultant” skills whilst learning within a professional environment.
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Level 3 Level 4/5 Level 6 National Diploma in IT or Digital Games or 2 A levels BSc (Hons) in Computing HNC/HND in Computing (including Computer Science (Note: in development for 2021) or ICT)
National Diploma in Sport or 2 BSc (Hons) in Applied Sport A levels, (including Sport or a HNC/HND in Sport and Exercise Studies Science subject) (Note: in development for 2021)
National Diploma in Business or FdA in Business & BA (Hons) in Business & 2 A levels, (including Business) Management Management or Access to HE Diploma
National Diploma in Health & BSc (Hons) in Social Sciences Social Care or Uniform Public FdSc in Psychology with (Note: this may change to Services or 2 A levels (including Criminology Psychology with Criminology Psychology) or Access to HE for 2021) Diploma future CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education (Level 3) or BA (Hons) in 2 A levels (including Psychology FdA in Childhood Studies Childhood Studies or Biology) or Access to HE Diploma
National Diploma in career Construction or Level 3 opportunities Apprenticeship in Building BSc (Hons) in Construction HNC in Construction Services or Trades or Management 2 A levels (including Design UCJ has some of the highest rates of graduate Technology or Engineering) employment in the UK. This is due to the strong partnerships we have with local industry Level 3 Apprenticeship in professionals who offer work placements to our Building Services or BEng in Engineering HNC in Civil Engineering students as part of their degree programme. 2 A levels (including Maths or (Note: in development for 2021) Focusing on linking theory based learning with Physics or Engineering) practical application through work placements National Extended Diploma in ensures students get a real understanding of how Health & Social Care or their degree will influence their chosen career path. BA (Hons) Social Work (Jersey) 3 A levels or Access to HE Diploma
Key: Degrees awarded by HNC/HNDs awarded HNC/HNDs awarded Plymouth University directly by Pearson/BTEC by LSBU under licence from Pearson/BTEC
Degrees awarded by Degree awarded by London South Bank University of Sussex University
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BA (Hons) Business & Management Graduate Year 2, Childhood Studies. Business Analyst, MasonBreese, Jersey. Supply Teaching Assistant
The decision and opportunity to study for As a mature student, having the opportunity my degree at UCJ was a no-brainer, both to study for this degree in Jersey has enabled from a personal and a financial perspective. me to pursue a career change with minimal impact on my young family. I have thoroughly Additionally, the work placement during my enjoyed studying at UCJ and have found the studies provided me with invaluable work tutors to be knowledgeable, supportive and experience and allowed me to put the theory passionate about their subjects. Having small learned throughout the course into practice. class sizes has been a hugely positive aspect UCJ operates on a smaller scale than the of studying for a degree in Jersey, as have the UK-based universities that I considered, the opportunities to complete work placements class sizes were far smaller and as a result and obtain vital experience without needing there were increased opportunities for to travel to the UK. Whilst this degree has students to interact with the lecturers given me a broad and in-depth understanding during and outside of classes. of the global issues impacting childhood and education, the local work experience has The Business & Management modules are provided me with a good understanding of varied, enabling students to gain a broad the local childcare and education environment understanding of different aspects of the and has helped to develop useful contacts industry. In addition, there is a nice balance and relationships within the industry. when comparing international and local business environments. Studying at UCJ enabled me to develop As a UCJ student a network of contacts - despite being a small jurisdiction, Jersey possesses a large we want you to be and broad business sector which is full of easily approachable skilled professionals. happy, supported Most notably, for my dissertation I interviewed professionals from nine different businesses and achieve which arguably would have been a significant challenge if I was studying at a university academic success… in the UK. in that order!
12 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 13 Welcome to UCJ THE When you start university you will probably university, whereas for others, assessment UCJ feel mixed emotions about studying with new is part of the service we can advise on if people and working at a higher level. Starting dyslexia, dyspraxia or similar conditions are experience university is a rite of passage but you are not suspected. We can then use this information expected to cope alone; there are numerous to ensure that your learning experience support systems in place to help you adjust at UCJ is both supported and inclusive. to this transition. The adventure starts with Any student with a pre-existing disability, Freshers’ week, an ideal opportunity to find including mental health, of at least 6 months, out more about groups and societies that are The Garenne Construction Group are proud to continue to partner with may be entitled to a Disability Students' available to you as a means of meeting other Highlands College. Our colleagues are our biggest asset and we value Allowance. Please contact Student Finance our partnership with Highlands in our desire and commitment to train people outside of your degree course. via gov.je for further information. and develop both our existing and future local colleagues to ensure If you find yourself not coping for some they reach their full potential. Highlands has been an instrumental reason we have the Student Life team who part in our colleague development programme, ensuring we meet can be accessed either via your personal tutor the highest of standards across our group. or independently through their main office in Our partnership allows for a true and effective business education the Café Connect Lounge. The team are here partnership, enabling Highlands to access our contacts within the Group to support you throughout your time at UCJ. The most important to help us to jointly shape the future of the construction industry’s They can offer support or advice in a one factor for us is that training and educational needs for the benefit of the local industry. off capacity or for a longer period of time if Marc Burton, Chief Executive – Channel Island Operations, necessary. We also have a student counsellor students ask for help and Garenne Construction Group whose service is confidential and can be don’t allow challenging accessed to support you with those problems that life can intermittently throw at you. The circumstances to become most important factor for us is that students a barrier to learning. New York Trip Freshers’ Week ask for help and don’t allow challenging This biennial study trip is a highlight of Your student life at UCJ starts with Freshers’ circumstances to become a barrier the academic calendar at UCJ. The six day week; an ideal opportunity to meet other to learning. We appreciate that for many students the excursion takes in points of interest including students across all of the degree programmes transition from school to university, where you the United Nations, UNESCO, Wall Street, through a week of fun and interesting are required to study more independently, the Federal Reserve Bank and the American activities. Apart from getting to know can be challenging. This can be equally Museum of Natural History. We also see your peers and the programme teams in difficult for students returning to study after a Broadway show, reach the top of the ice-breaking sessions, your skills and social a break in education. In recognition of this Empire State Building, enjoy a boat cruise interaction will be tested through a range The team are here you are allocated a personal tutor. In addition, to the Statue of Liberty and a basketball of stimulating challenges. Students work we also run workshops on study skills which to support you game at Madison Square Garden. in teams to design and build products which can include note-taking, essay writing and throughout your are then tested competitively. A treasure hunt time-management, and have drop-in sessions London Trip of the campus ensures that you familiarise time at UCJ. where you can access additional support. First year students on the Construction yourself with those important locations, and Management degree can undertake a a full day of outdoor activities builds character UCJ supports students with a variety As a UCJ student we want you to be happy, residential week at London South Bank and friendships. Students and staff mingle of needs, including dyslexia and medical supported and achieve academic success… University. Students receive tuition for their socially whilst kayaking, coasteering and conditions such as epilepsy, diabetes and in that order! Research Project module and the trip offers learning how to survive in the wild! depression. Some students have diagnoses the opportunity to engage with international of certain conditions when they start students on campus. They also access specialist science and material laboratories, enjoy a social evening with LSBU staff and go on a specialised site visit in London.
14 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 15 how to apply to UCJ All applications can be made by downloading a form at this link on our website: www.highlands.ac.uk/application-forms/ At the time of writing, UCJ is seeking to join UCAS (the Universities Central Admissions System). Please see the College website for more information.
Once you have submitted your application Student finance and have met the requirements, you will If you are applying to study for a Diploma be invited for interview. You will be advised or Degree for the first time and you are on any further preparation for the interview a Jersey resident, you may be eligible to apply for your course. to Student Finance to have your Tuition Fees All applications can be made by downloading paid by the States of Jersey. Depending upon a form on our website in the individual course your family or personal income you may also listings. Your completed application should be be eligible for a maintenance grant and social sent to: [email protected] security support. See pages 18/19.
If you are unsure of anything or have Contact Student Finance any questions, contact us directly: Open Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
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Careers Jersey The annual graduation ceremony, attended by dignitaries Philip Le Feuvre House from all of our partner universities, is the culmination La Motte Street, St Helier of a student’s higher education journey, and a fantastic Jersey JE4 8PE opportunity to celebrate success with family and friends. Studying at UCJ has allowed Students process through the streets of St Helier in their robes and mortar boards, confirming their status as me to build a new career for graduates of their awarding universities. Graduation Students must be at least 18 myself and I am grateful to is always warmly anticipated and fondly remembered. on the 1st September 2020 in the tutors who helped me order to apply to any higher along the way. education courses at UCJ.
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£0 to £49,999.99 £9,250 £7,500 £16,750 How to fund £50,000 to £59,999.99 £9,250 £6,000 £15,250 £60,000 to £69,999.99 £9,250 £4,500 £13,750 £70,000 to £79,999.99 £9,250 £3,000 £12,250 your course £80,000 to £89,999.99 £9,250 £1,500 £10,750 The Government of Jersey provides financial £90,000 to £99,999.99 £9,250 £0 £9,250 £100,000 to £109,999.99 £9,250 £0 £9,250 help for Jersey students who want to study £110,000 to £119,999.99 £8,325 £0 £8,325 for their first undergraduate degree or other £120,000 to £129,999.99 £7,400 £0 £7,400 recognised higher education course at £130,000 to £139,999.99 £6,475 £0 £6,475 University College Jersey. £140,000 to £149,999.99 £5,550 £0 £5,550 £150,000 to £159,999.99 £4,625 £0 £4,625 £160,000 to £169,999.99 £3,700 £0 £3,700 The amount you receive is means-tested and You are entitled to apply for funding if you £170,000 to £179,999.99 £2,775 £0 £2,775 has two elements: or your parents have lived in Jersey for long enough and meet the academic standard. £180,000 to £189,999.99 £1,850 £0 £1,850 • Tuition fees: Up to £9,250 per year. The requirements vary depending on which £190,000 to £199,999.99 £925 £0 £925 • Maintenance Grant: Up to £7,500 for a course you want to study and whether standard academic year. This helps to pay you are: £200,000 £0 £0 £0 some of the living expenses, including accommodation, food and books. • A dependent student – living with their Please note the Higher tax allowance is to be removed, and during the transitional period parents and under 25 on 31 August the amount of grant paid by the department will take account of this. of the year their course starts. • An independent student – aged 25 and over or living financially independently for You need to apply for funding well before Note: this information is correct at the time three years before the course starts your course starts to be sure of receiving a of going to press. Applicants can get up to or married and over 21. grant for the beginning of term. You can apply date information by searching for "student any time from January 2020 for your course finance" on the gov.je website. All courses starting in September 2020. You must submit are subject to minimum enrolment. an application before 31 March 2020. The initial application form is called HE1 and can be completed online at:
www.gov.je/applyforstudentfinance
18 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 19 Access to Higher Education: Diploma in Social Science or Science Pre-degree course 1 year | Full time
Entry requirements Why choose this course? Course Fees GCSE • Enables students who are over 19 There is a subscription and examination You must have a years of age, who have not previously fee payable for this course by all gained a Level 3 qualification (A level minimum grade C or 4 students of £129. For students wishing in English Language and or equivalent), to study towards to study this course to improve their a degree maths before you apply existing Level 3 qualifications the full for the course. • For students aged 24 years, or over, course fee of £3,200 is payable. who wish to return to study at higher You must be able to This course is NOT eligible for a student education level, to update their demonstrate your ability finance grant. The college offers a knowledge and prepare for degree to study at level 3 part-payment plan to spread the cost level study at interview of the course. • Designed for students without the pre-requisite qualifications, who Income Support Where can I go aspire to degree-level study. This is recognised as a Critical Skills I’m so glad this from here? • Prepares students for higher-level course by the Department of Social Students have study in their chosen career path Security. If you can demonstrate your course was progressed onto degree intention and are a suitable applicant for courses at UCJ and social What will I learn? a career in Nursing or Social Work you science and sciences This programme is an intensive 1 year can continue to receive income support available to degrees at a number course, which is both challenging and and housing benefit payments while of UK universities. The thorough. you are studying. me. I feel ready Access course offers Study of psychology, criminology a sound preparation and counselling and sociology (social How do I qualify? for degree-level study science pathway), study of chemistry, Interview now to go to through a range of biology and psychology (science • Demonstrate the potential to study teaching, learning and pathway). Development of core at Level 3 (A level) university and assessment strategies. academic skills, using information • Show a desire to progress to higher technology to prepare you education Progression route for university. • Demonstrate a clear understanding do everything I from Highlands of how to achieve your HE goals, College including routes to university always hoped I BA (Hons) Social Work, • You must be aged 19 or over and not FdSc in Psychology with studied at Level 3 before to have your Criminology or FdA fees waived could but never in Childhood Studies. If you are aged 24 or over you must Local Nursing degree and demonstrate your intention to apply for had the tools or UK Universities via UCAS. a course in higher education. support for Paul Hall, Access to HE and BSc (Hons)
AWARDED BY ASCENTIS Social Sciences Graduate
20 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 21 Diploma in Art and Design (UAL) Foundation Studies (Level 3) Pre-degree course 1 year | Full time
Why choose this course? What will I learn? Entry requirements This one-year, Level 3 (A level This course gives a strong grounding in BTEC/OCR/UAL equivalent) course is designed for a range of creative skills and disciplines, Level 3 merit or better students who wish to further their study including, but not limited to: drawing, A level of Art & Design at university, or who painting, printmaking, photography, One A level in Art or are aiming for a career in the creative ceramics, 3D design, textiles, fashion related creative subject industries. It is aimed at learners who and sculpture. Students will gain a Successful Interview and wish to further their studies in art clearer understanding of their potential pre-entry task and design but may not have had area of specialism prior to degree level the opportunity to develop the study. Learning takes place in the Applicants must be necessary skills. creative surroundings of our art studios, 18 or over where artists work side-by-side and A suitable portfolio An exciting and practical full time are able to comment on and critique of art and design work programme which allows students each other’s work. to explore a wide range of media Satisfactory references and techniques, the flexible design Mature students or of the course makes it a favourite with The course comprises seven units students those with alternative mature students and school-leavers qualifications or alike. All of the tutors on the programme Learning skills and context experience will be are professional artists and designers Unit 1: Art and design research work considered on an and students have the opportunity methods individual basis. to visit galleries and museums both Unit 2: Art and design ideas on-island and in the UK. development alongside Where can I go Unit 3: Art and design materials from here? Course Fees and methods practicing Students from this course There is a subscription and materials fee Unit 4: Art and design evaluation have an excellent track payable for this course by all students of and reflection record of progressing £129. For students who are 19 or over artists who on to degree courses Development and and do not intend to progress to a progression at prestigious UK art Degree in Art and Design off-island, the schools and universities. Unit 5: Integrated art and design are able to full course fee of £3,200 may be payable. This includes architecture research ideas and methods You may be eligible for financial support at Plymouth University, towards your course costs, please Unit 6: Preparation for progression support, graphic design at in art and design search for “student finance” at Brighton University, fine www.gov.je for more information. Proposal and realisation art at St Martin's and comment fashion & textiles at Unit 7: Project proposal and Bournemouth University realisation in art and design of the Arts. In partnership with and critique their work Sarah Jordan Programme Leader 22 01534 608526 [email protected] www.highlands.ac.uk 23 Business & Management University of Plymouth Foundation Degree (FdA) Entry requirements 2 years | Full time UCAS Minimum of 64 UCAS points Leading to: Business & Management | University of Plymouth BTEC BA (Hons) Degree | 1 year | Full time Level 3 - Minimum of 2 Merits Why choose this course? Course Fees A level Two at grade C or above • Prepares you for a fulfilling career The fee for this course is £8,090 per year. at management level in a wide range Access to HE of industries You may be eligible for financial support Comparable grade towards your course costs, please profile • Exciting work placement search for “student finance” at opportunities in a range of industries GCSE www.gov.je for more information. including financial services, retail, Min. 5 GCSEs grade C hospitality and public sector or 4, including Maths & English • Develop your professional network Year 1 (FdA) through dedicated work experience • Business law and financial Jersey Progression services regulation Diploma • Higher potential for job opportunities Min. 2 x Merit Grades offers on completion • Business relationship and with GCSE English & customer service management Maths at grade C or 4 • Financial Markets and Investment 1 or higher What will I learn? • Business accounting Complete a written task From the rudiments of business accounting to strategic decision-making, Year 2 (FdA) Pass interview students on this programme experience • Macro and Micro economics the full diet of business skills. Modules • People and organisations Where can I go align with the professional work from here? • Research, analysis and placements and are fully supported by decision-making Students have been a dedicated mentor and personal tutor, • Operations and process recruited into a range encouraging students to apply and the real of trainee positions in management reflect on knowledge acquired in the • Marketing Trust, Banking, Investment classroom whilst in the work context. Management, Retail • Financial Markets and Investment 2 benefit was and HR. Starting salaries average around £25-30K, Year 3 (BA Hons) and most students have • Honours project the ability a firm job offer in hand or Consultancy project before graduation. • Innovation and Enterprise to put theory • Business ethics and corporate Progression route governance from Highlands 6th • Leading people and managing into practice Form College change BTEC National Diploma • Corporate Strategy during work in Business (Level 3) 64 UCAS points with GCSE English & Maths at placements grade C or 4 or higher.
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I decided to study the degree structure as MasonBreese learning in class is very different from learning Affinity Private Wealth in a practical environment. UCJ combines Appleby Global Group Services Limited class study with work placements which was Ashburton Investments extremely beneficial to my development Citi International Bank and career. Deutsche Bank International Limited BDO Greenlight Work placements give you the opportunity HSBC Bank International Limited to sell yourself to your chosen organisations. Intertrust I found a natural enjoyment and passion for Investec Trust (Jersey) Limited HR and decided to pursue this as a career. IPES Jersey I wouldn’t have had this opportunity without JFSC the work placements. Studying with UCJ Langham Hall improved my confidence and skills, gave Mourant Ozannes me opportunities to network in Jersey and Ogier ultimately resulted in me finding my current RBC job and a career I love. Sanne Group Emma Pannenborg Santander Private Banking The Garenne Construction Group is a leading UK and Channel Islands business UCJ Graduate & HR Executive, Sanne Group State Street Bank and Trust Company with a long tradition of investment in local construction. With over 1000 States of Jersey people working across Jersey, Guernsey and the UK we are always looking for UBS talented individuals to join our team. Waitrose Are you interested in CAD Design, Construction, Marine/Civil Engineering, Plumbing or Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Site Management and Facilities Management?
We are always looking for rising stars to work at AFM, Camerons, Geomarine and Granite Le Pelley.
You could have the opportunity to work with one of our award winning companies on high profile projects which include the Jersey International Finance Centre, Premier Inn and Weighbridge House.
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