2021/22 STAY LOCAL GO FURTHER POWERING YOUR FUTURE WITH UNIVERSITY LEVEL COURSES ACCESS TO HE • HIGHER LEVELS COURSES HIGHER LEVEL/DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS

5 REASONS TO STUDY

SPENDHERE LESS Study our HNC/D and top-up courses at a fraction of the price of university with no compromise on quality.

ACHIEVE MORE Our close industry links will help you get the skills that employers are looking for and put you on course to the career you want.

FANTASTIC FACILITIES That’s how OFSTED - as well as our students - rate Walsall College’s campuses.

SMALL CLASS SIZES Our lessons are taught in small classes increasing the one-to-one support from your lecturer.

3 YEARS = 3 QUALIFICATIONS You can progress from a number of our HNC programmes, all the way to degree level.

2 WELCOME Jatinder Sharma OBE ... to Walsall College. We are successfully Principal and Chief Executive, registered with the Office for Students (OfS) Walsall College and members of the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

With our high quality yet affordable route to degrees, we make it our mission to boost your job prospects and earning potential. If it’s a successful career you want, we have a wide range of courses designed with industry input and taught by expert tutors to give you the skills that employers tell us they want. Read some of our former student stories throughout this guide, and you’ll see for yourself the emphasis we place on giving students an advantage in the world of work. There’s never been a better time to join us. This year, we have an even wider choice of career focused courses, delivered flexibly to fit around your personal commitments. If you’ve made the decision to enter in to higher education after a break, then the great news is that we’ve introduced even more Access to HE courses with flexible study options and all the support you need to progress on to your chosen career pathway. If finances have been holding you back from starting a course, you can now apply for a loan to help with the cost of Access course fees. We’re constantly investing in our facilities, like our new £2m Digital Engineering Skills Centre to create an environment that’s inspiring and on a par with university campuses. Walsall College is the perfect setting for powering your future; increasing your potential, growing your ability and giving you more control. All in a welcoming, personal environment, where we will celebrate your achievements and nurture your aspirations. Your career couldn’t be in better hands.

CONTENTS Spend Less 4 Access to HE Courses 18 Achieve More 5 Business, Law and Computing 24 Outstanding Facilities 6 Construction & Engineering 32 Quality Assured 7 Creative Industries 36 Highly Recommended 8 Protective Services 48 3 Years, 3 Qualifications 9 Services to People 51 Courses Explained 10 Teacher Training 54 Life Outside The Classroom 12 Higher Apprenticeships Gain Industry Experience/ and Professional Qualifications 56 Walsall College Graduate 13 Useful Contacts and Support 58 How to Apply 14 Our Campuses 59 Course Listing 16

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 3 SPEND LESS THE COST-EFFECTIVE WAY TO BOOST YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS

Think you simply can’t afford to Fee Grants and Student Opportunity get on course for the career you want? You can at Walsall College. Course Grants Fund (SOF) If you are a first-time, new student beginning If you’re facing difficulties and have already Don’t let rising university costs and money a part-time course, you won’t have to pay any taken out your full grant and loan entitlement, worries rain on your ambitions when our tuition fees up front, but will instead be able to you may be eligible for additional financial help HI:ED courses are the affordable route. apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. The Tuition Fee Loan from College. Please enquire at our student We’ve got a whole range of courses that isn’t based on household income and there’s no services desk. will equip you to start your career with upper age limit for applying. Part-time students confidence - all at a very reasonable cost. are also eligible to apply for a maintenance loan. Financial help A typical HNC/D costs £5,200* and a Level Find out more at The Student Finance England offer means tested 6 top-up costs £7,500* a year at Walsall www.gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance loans/grants for Higher Education and may be College. That’s a lot less than studying at If you are studying a full-time HE course, there are able to offer you some money towards your the same level at university. And that’s grants and loans available to help you with your course. Find out more at www.gov.uk/apply- before deducting any awards or help you living costs and tuition fees. Additional funding online-for-student-finance may be entitled to. is available for full-time students who have Bursaries Take a HNC/D with us, and it could children, a disability, or an adult who is financially springboard you straight into the second or dependent on them. How much you get will The College recognises that financial constraints third year of a top-up degree or on many depend on your household income and other are often a barrier to entry into HE and obtaining of our pathways you could achieve a full information. a successful outcome. To mitigate the impact degree right here. It’s a clever way to bring Apply online at of financial hardship the College provides a the cost of a degree right down, saving www.gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance guaranteed bursary of £800 per academic year you thousands and without compromising for every student (pro-rata for part-time students) on the quality of your education. Studying Instalment Plan who has a household income of below £30,000 per annum and are subject to the minimum close to home saves you all the extra costs If you want to spread the cost, we can arrange an attendance criteria of 90% per term. of living - or even just travelling - away instalment plan on course fees of £100 or more. from home. We’ve got great links with You will make an initial payment at enrolment local universities to help you on your way. and then 3 equal payments after that. *course fees may vary subject to course type

There are grants and loans For more information about any available to help pay for your of the above, please contact the tuition and living costs. Student Support Team at the Customer Advice and Support Centre or call 01922 657000.

ADDITIONAL COURSE FEES There may be additional costs to your studies that are not included in the course fee, Learn now. Pay later. such as: Advanced Learning Loans for Access • The cost of additional examinations for any award other than the intended award. to HE and Professional courses • The cost of personal membership to If finances have been holding you back from starting a course, professional bodies. you can now apply for a loan to help with the cost of Access to • Additional materials beyond the supplied Higher Education and professional course fees if you are aged 19 standard provision. or over when you start the course. • Optional field trips and activities for Your household income isn’t taken into account and there’s no personal development. credit check, and repayments don’t start until you are earning • Travel costs to and from placements. over £25,000 per annum. • The cost of any Criminal Records Bureau Check or Occupational Health Assessment Find out more at where these are required either by the www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loans college or a placement provider. or email our Student Finance Team on • Printing and photocopying. [email protected] • Library fees and fines. An Advanced Learning Loan Bursary can lead to a total of £750, with part time • Own purchase text books. being paid at 50% of the full award. There are 5 payments in total paid half termly. Please note a relevant criteria will need to be met. Please note this loan Students can apply for extra financial support does not apply to HNC, HND or degree/Level 6 courses. through loans and bursaries to cover the cost dependant on eligibility. Please enquire at the student service desk for further details.

4 ACHIEVE MORE GIVE EMPLOYERS EXACTLY WHAT THEY WANT

So what’s the key to getting ahead in your chosen career? It’s making sure that the skills you’ve got are exactly the skills that the economy needs. Our close industry links help us to keep our finger firmly on the pulse - and ensure our vocational learning is preparing you to work in areas where the local economy is growing.

Using local and global links to help you Whether you’re working on live briefs set by employers, attending workshops, picking up industry-endorsed qualifications or getting hands-on in the workplace, it all gives you the kind of experiences that employers love. Our courses are developed with the help of a range of employers, giving you access to cutting-edge facilities and expert tuition from industry professionals. Our students benefit from the expertise of organisations including: Microsoft, The NHS, Francesco Group, Walsall Council, Cisco, Brady Bags and The New Art Gallery plus many more!

Employers we work with include

Celebrating your success!

You’ve done it! You’ve put in the hard work. You’ve got the qualification. It’s time to celebrate - graduation day is a big deal here.

We believe wholeheartedly in celebrating our students’ successes - so expect a graduation ceremony to rival any university. Each year, our students parade to Walsall Town Hall in their caps and gowns, accompanied by the Town Crier announcing their success.

Over 450 people join in the celebration, including students, family, friends and their proud tutors. Special awards and certificates are presented to our most outstanding students.

For those who go straight into work, it’s a wonderful send-off. And for those who go on to a top-up degree, they’ll have yet another graduation to look forward to…

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 5 Top-of-the range gym facilities OUTSTANDING FACILITIES FOR THE SERIOUSLY AMBITIOUS Step into our campuses for the first time and you’ll be impressed

It’s the perfect place to study. Our fully-equipped Learning Resources Centres and drop-in learning decks combine traditional library services with the very latest technologies and facilities. We’ve got interactive whiteboards, free Wi-fi and even an exclusive learning deck for our HI:ED students. It’s a fantastic environment - not just for learning but also for living. Chat over a cappuccino in our Starbucks Café. Catch up with friends in the student lounge. Relax on the sofas in our breakout areas or work up a sweat in the gym.

Investing in your future Lecture theatre We’ve invested heavily in our campuses - and we don’t intend to stop. Our new £2 million state-of-the-art Digital Engineering Skills Centre has been built to address the skills gap within the engineering industry. The centre includes 3D printing technologies, robotics, industry 4.0 technologies, programmable logic controllers, CNC machines and high specification computers for industrial design processes, upskilling and learning. The building is also home to advanced construction facilities, including those that assist with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of buildings.

Onsite nursery for students

6 The Littleton Restaurant

Campus Highlights QUALITY

• Learning decks that have all the latest technology ASSURED • FREE Wi-fi access • FREE job search and support ACHIEVE SUCCESS ON • Membership of Students’ Union QUALITY ASSURED COURSES • Town centre location with transport Studying near your home now allows you to gain a high quality higher links level education that’s also in budget. • Starbucks Café Our courses have been commended by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education • Discounted access to the gym and praised for the learning opportunities afforded to students. and salon • The Littleton - Restaurant and Bar Small class sizes and the personalised support you’ll receive from lecturers and experts in their field will increase your skills and career prospects. • Onsite nursery • Sports hall and badminton courts University Partnerships • Business incubation centre Walsall College has collaborative arrangements with a number of local universities, including • Sports training and injury clinic Birmingham City University and the University of Worcester. • Sauna/jacuzzi • Dance and fitness studios • Spa facilities • Corporate training area/team building • CISCO Networking Academy

The safety and security of all in our College community is our absolute priority. We have spent a long time planning measures which will allow us to safely deliver face-to-face teaching on campus from September 2021. • Our focus is on high-quality, small- • All on-campus activity will be delivered group (groups averaging 15) teaching using all necessary safety measures to in person, with some digitally-enabled keep you and your tutors and advisors content to ensure no student misses safe, including social distancing, and use any learning. of personal protective equipment, as appropriate. • You will also have access to a comprehensive programme of individual • Our counsellors and safeguarding team support provided by a range of student here to support you throughout your services including the Library Resource time with us to ensure you achieve your Centre and Information, Advice full potential. and Guidance.

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 7 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ENDORSED BY GRADUATES WHO’VE GONE ON TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS, TAUGHT BY SPECIALISTS We listen to our students and give them the opportunity to voice their opinions via student conferences and student surveys. What do our

MEET SOME OF OUR SPECIALIST TUTORS students love about HI:ED?

“My overall time at Walsall College has been a very good experience for me. I have developed both mentally and physically and the course has made me ready for work Sapinder Birring Chris Sammons outside of education.” Lecturer of Business Lecturer of Catering and Administration and Hospitality “There is a small group of students in each class which allows you After completing a youth training scheme, Chris has nearly a decade’s worth of experience Sapinder worked as an administrator for in the hospitality and catering industry, to have more one-to-ones with Dudley Council. She later graduated with a particularly in fine dining and gourmet cooking. tutors to check understanding and HNC Business and BA Business Administration He began his career as a Commis Chef at the enhance learning. Compared to uni Degree, which helped her become an Fairlawns Hotel and Spa in Aldridge. He then the course fees are appealing.” Examinations Officer at a local college, and went on to work in senior roles for a wide then a Supervisor at Walsall College in the range of high-end restaurants, including the same field. contemporary Opus restaurant in Birmingham “I definitely believe that the skills I “After three years of working in this role, and the Moddershall Oaks Country spa. have gained on the course will be a I decided to leave and complete my PGCE at “One of my favourite aspects of my role as a great benefit to me in my career!” Wolverhampton University. I returned to the senior chef was working with and developing college as a lecturer in 2008, teaching students young chefs, watching them progress and “I started at college on a Level 2 at all levels within the Business and reach their true potential. It was a great feeling Computing cluster. watching these chefs take on better roles and course and because of the fantastic “I wanted to share the knowledge that I being told that I played a part in that. support of the tutors I decided had gained from my qualifications and work “To be able to help develop new chefs in an to stay on to study towards a experience. Teaching is a challenging and academic environment is a great opportunity foundation degree.” rewarding career. As a teacher, you are a for me to help better young chef’s chances of role model to your students who look up to achieving all they can. It’s a way of giving back you for advice about their chosen careers. to the industry, and giving trainees the same “My tutors were very inspiring “As well as teaching 16-18 year olds, I teach time and energy my senior chefs gave to me and encouraged me to believe adult learners who have come back into as a young chef. in myself.” education after a break. This is even more “The best thing about teaching is seeing rewarding seeing adult learners overcome the students produce some amazing food, “Smaller class sizes, personalised their nerves and build up their confidence and progressing not only in the kitchen but throughout the duration of their course.” academically and as young professionals.” tuition and outstanding support!”

8 Many of our courses 3 YEARS are part 3 QUALIFICATIONS time! PROGRESS YOUR WAY FROM A HNC TO A DEGREE

Achieve a full degree and you’re well Get your The degrees on the way to a successful career. degree here! offered include: The average salary We are proud to be one of the only further • BSc (Hons) Computing (TOP-UP) for graduates is education colleges in the region to offer Level 6 degree qualifications. Working in • BA (Hons) Fashion Design partnership with Birmingham City University (TOP-UP) (BCU), we have developed a suite of courses • BA (Hons) Visual Communication designed to equip students with the higher - Graphic Communication level skills in great demand by employers. (TOP-UP) The one-year top-up degrees allow • BA (Hons) Visual Communication students to convert an existing - Photography (TOP-UP) qualification at Level 5 into a full BA 30% honours qualification at Level 6. HIGHERthan for non-graduates aged 25-30

YOUR ROUTE TO A DEGREE... AND BEYOND There’s more than one way to get the qualifications to advance your career. Get to grips with how different HI:ED courses work and how they can provide a cost-effective route to a degree.

PhD/MPhil (duration depends on mode of study, normally 3-4 years)

Masters - MA/MSc/MBA (duration depends on mode of study, normally 1-3 years)

Bachelor Degree Final Year/Top-Up Degree Level 6 - (Year 3)

Higher National Diploma/ Bachelor Degree Foundation Degree Level 5 Degree Apprenticeship (Year 2) Certificate of HE except Certificate of HE Higher National Certificate Higher Level Apprenticeship Bachelor Degree Level 4 Level 4/5 (Year 1) HI:ED offer at Walsall College

Level 3 Extended Diploma• Advanced Level Apprenticeship A Levels Level 3 Second Year Level 3 Second Yearq Second Year Access to HE*

Level 3 Diploma• Advanced Level Apprenticeship A Levels Level 3 First Year Level 3 First Yearq First Year

*Access to Higher Education courses are for students aged 19+ only •This includes 90 credit and subsidiary diplomas q Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships can take 1-2 years to complete Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 9 COURSES EXPLAINED How can we improve your What do I need for a HE course? career prospects? From Access Usually one or more of these Level 3 qualifications: courses to get you back in to education, to HNCs and HNDs • BTEC/OCR/C&G national • Other specialist and to full degrees, we can help! qualifications professional qualifications Because a degree needn’t • Advanced Apprenticeships • Access to HE courses mean three expensive years • A Diploma • Relevant industry experience will also be considered if you at university. Get a HND here • A Levels/T Levels • NVQ Level 3 do not have qualifications at at Walsall College and you Level 3 could go straight onto the • International Baccalaureate final year of a degree course Entry requirements vary - please check your course details carefully. Some courses may require grade - in some cases right here at C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent i.e. Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Walsall College. Talk to us on 01922 657000 for personal, tailored advice.

Everyone has access They reflect what your industry wants to make them directly relevant to and needs and they’re respected by your career. Study for an extra year at to Higher Education employers. They’re a good route into university and you could top it up to a employment, or, if you want to take full degree. Access Courses (pre Higher Education) your education further, you can go on Access courses are specifically designed to study a HND or it can count towards Level 6 Top-Up Degrees to prepare you for progression to Higher a degree. They can be studied full-time Get your degree right here at Walsall Education. They focus on developing the and part-time. College. We’re delighted to offer transferable skills required for HI:ED, and one-year top-up degrees in certain Students who achieve this can progress provide a vocational foundation to programmes, designed to convert an first to a BTEC Level 5 Higher National build on. Access to HE are Level 3 courses. existing qualification at Level 5 into a Diploma which offers a greater degree full BA honours qualification at Level Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals of specialisation and then potentially to 6. It’s aimed at successful HND/FdA (or at Walsall College degree level. equivalent) graduates who want to gain Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (HNs) Higher National Diploma HND - Level an affordable, accessible university level are nationally recognised qualifications 5 Equivalent to 2nd year of university qualification. that provide a programme of specialist HNDs are nationally-recognised, career- vocational learning at Levels 4 Professional Qualifications focused BTEC qualifications at Level (HNC) and 5 (HND) which reflects These are vocationally relevant higher 5. Employers value their relevance and the requirement of professional level courses to further enhance your practical aspects. At this level you can organisations and meets the National skills and career prospects. specialise and may be able to start to Occupational Standards for each sector work towards professional membership. Higher Apprenticeships or industry. They take two years of full-time study These are a great way to continue With their strong emphasis on (or 1 year top-up following a HNC) workbased learning at HE level. developing practical skills alongside and you may be able to work while They offer opportunities to enrol on a specialist knowledge and understanding studying. They’re a good route straight Foundation Degree, HND, Diploma in for the sector, BTEC Higher Nationals into your career or you can often go HE and Degree Courses (you may need are recognised internationally by straight into the third year of a degree additional qualifications for some higher employers as providing students with course, including our own Level 6 level courses). the key concepts and practical skills top-up courses. for direct progression to - or within - Recognising Prior Learning (RPL) Foundation Degrees - Level 4 and 5 employment. The credits you’ve achieved at Level 4 Equivalent to 2nd year of university HNC can contribute towards your Level Higher National Certificate HNC - Get the knowledge and abilities 5 HND. Most of our Level 5 HNDs are Level 4 Equivalent to 1st year of employers want and develop skills in ‘top-up qualifications’ which recognise university specialised areas, based on the latest the learning and expertise you HNCs are nationally-recognised, career- industry practices. Usually lasting two already have. focused BTEC qualifications at Level 4. years, they’re designed with employers

10 HOW MANY UCAS POINTS DO YOU HAVE? Use our list and find points for other qualifications atwww.ucas.com

UCAS POINTS SYSTEM

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Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 11 Walsall College’s very own gym Student Lounge The Light Cinema

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LikeTHE all college CLASSROOM and university environments, we encourage our students to make the most of their time with us by enjoying opportunities to socialise, pursue hobbies and interests and take part in activities that will support their job and career prospects.

Here are just some of the things you can do as a higher education student: Student Union membership When you enrol on a course with us, you also become a member of Walsall College Students’ Union and the National Union of Students (NUS). This means you can help organise, or just take part in college-based events celebrating everything from culture and diversity to local and national festival and calendar events.

Our Students’ Union is a great place to relax, play pool, play gaming consoles and meet other students.

You can also support the work of the NUS - promoting, defending and extending the rights of all students. Find out more at www.nus.org.uk Save money Apply for a NUS Totum Card and save money at a range of leisure, retail and dining outlets. Full details & application can be found at www.totum.com Be a Student Representative If you are inspired by the work of the NUS, you might want to consider taking up the role of Higher Education Officer in our Students’ Union. Elections take place in October. Be active Join our state-of-the-art gym and take part in a range of classes such as yoga, zumba and pilates. The NUS promote, defend and extend student rights. Give and Take Find out more at; Give and Take is our unique volunteering programme of activities and events. Have fun, enrich your CV and improve your employment prospects all at the same www.nus.org.uk time. Employers love to see real work-related experience. We’ll help you find the volunteering opportunities to develop your skills. You can even set up and run your own student group. Get to know us At the beginning of term, visit our Big Hello fresher’s fair where you can meet people, discover what Walsall College - and Walsall - have to offer, and most of all, enjoy yourself. Find out more about all these initiatives and other things happening across our sites through our campus notice boards and our social media. Make the most of Walsall’s lively nightlife

12 GAIN INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE So what’s the key to landing your exciting competition in collaboration with Fashion design students Zoe Jones and Leah dream job? It’s making sure that the Brady Bags, an accessories company based Hinton were awarded first place, and will skills you have are exactly the skills in Walsall. have their designs mass produced and sold the economy needs. Our close industry internationally. Peter Wilkes, Managing Director at Brady links mean we know where the jobs are Bags, said “We’ve been working with going to be - and how to get you ready Peter said, “Zoe and Leah showed students from Walsall College for the past for them. confidence in their designs. They have taken three years and every year we’re impressed the brief and designed bags that are not only On our higher education courses you will by the calibre of local talent from the fashion fresh and current, but complements our bag get the opportunity to gain valuable industry students.” range beautifully. We’re impressed with the insights via: The live brief was delivered by Peter who research they have done, and how they were outlined for students to design a travel bag able to tailor the designs to our brand style • Course related trips that could end up on the production line and and target audience. • External Placement opportunities be launched to an international market. • Live briefs set with employers We’re excited to showcase these designs • Employer-led talks/masterclasses Students were briefed to come up with a as part of our range and look forward to design aimed at a younger trend conscious working with Walsall College again on our market but in keeping with Brady’s next brief.” Spotlight on talent... trademark style. Students were encouraged to take a risk with their design, and to Jaswant Sembhi, former Senior Employer consider features such as buckles, studs and Engagement Co-ordinator at Walsall College, Fashion students’ magnetic locks, as well as the colour burnt said “We’re delighted to team up with Brady designs go on Brady orange to fit into their autumn range. Bags again this year. Our students gain so many benefits from working alongside Bags’ production line Over 40 students at Walsall College from industry experts and we hope to continue both Level 3 and HE courses entered the this relationship with Brady Bags for years Fashion design students at Walsall College competition, all showcasing their design skills to come.” were given the opportunity to enter an and ideas for an original Brady bag. WALSALL COLLEGE GRADUATE It’s not just about learning how to ...become a Walsall organise an event, creating a CAD image or design websites. Yes, we’ll College Graduate teach you the skills to do your job - Walsall College • Be skilled: You will have the commercial and to do it brilliantly. But at Walsall skills needed to thrive in your chosen College, you’ll learn so much more industry sector than that. GRADUATE • You will have the SKILLED • PROFESSIONAL • ENTERPRISING Be professional: GOLD AWARD You’ll become a Walsall College Graduate. additional qualities which will help you That means you’ll leave us as a well- stand out against the competition and rounded individual, ready to make an excel in your career. Walsall College instant contribution to your career - with a • Be enterprising: You will have the whole range of skills that employers want, intuitive skills that will help you to be from teamworking to problem solving and GRADUATE flexible and adaptable to the changing SKILLED • PROFESSIONAL • ENTERPRISING communicating. SILVER AWARD and challenging world of work It means that you’re prepared for anything. Walsall College Wherever your career takes you - onward, Go for Gold upward or even in a completely different Really shine and you’ll get a silver or gold award, demonstrating to employers and direction, you’ve got the transferable skills GRADUATE to make it a success. universities that you go above and beyond in SKILLED • PROFESSIONAL • ENTERPRISING developing your transferable skills. BRONZE AWARD

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 13 HOW TO APPLY FOLLOW OUR SIMPLE STEPS TO APPLYING

HIGHER ACCESS TO HE FULL TIME PART TIME APPRENTICESHIPS

Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1

Complete an Apply through UCAS, Complete an Already have a job? application form www.ucas.com application form Apply to the college (online or we can Apply from Sept 2020 (online or we can by filling out an send you a paper to apply for courses send you a paper application form, version) starting in Sept 2021 version) attend interview and enrol onto the course.

Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2

Complete an Complete an initial Complete an Don’t have a job? initial assessment assessment* and initial assessment* Check out and written attend your interview. and attend your Apprenticeship comprehension test. Look at page 15 for interview. vacancies at Attend an interview• UCAS deadlines. apprenticeships. gov.uk

Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3

Start Start Start If you are successful course course course you will be signed up, if not, we may offer you an alternative programme.

* subject to proven qualifications • interview subject to initial assessment results

14 You’ve seen what we can do How to apply for How, where and for you. And - more importantly - you’ve seen what you can do a part-time course when do I apply for for yourself. Apply now and get • Apply directly to Walsall College financial help? your career moving. on a college application form (either • Loans are available to help pay for available online, or call us to request your tuition fee and living costs. How to apply for one). Once we have received your Additional support may be available application we will arrange an a full-time course for full time students if you have a interview with the relevant disability, dependants and children. • Apply through UCAS, the admissions tutor. Universities and Colleges Admissions You should apply as early as possible Service system. How to apply for - don’t wait until you’ve been offered a place on a course to find out what • Apply from September 2020 for Access to Higher student finance you could get. courses starting 2021. Education Courses • Find out what’s available and • Make sure UCAS receives your how to apply at • Apply directly to Walsall College, application by 15 January 2021, www.direct.gov.uk/ do not apply through UCAS. There unless it’s listed with a 15 October studentfinance 2020 deadline. are fees attached to these courses. For more information, call our Customer • Get advice on 0300 100 0607 • If you apply after the deadline, the Monday - Friday: 8am - 8pm College will consider your application Advice and Support Centre on 01922 657000 Saturday and Sunday: 9am - 4pm on an individual basis if places are still Textphone: 0300 100 0622 available. • You can now apply for an Advanced • Estimate your costs for full-time • Find out more at www.ucas.com Learning Loan to cover tuition fees for an Access to HE course. Find out study in advance with the Student more about an Advanced Learning Finance Calculator at www.gov.uk/ Loan at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/ student-finance-calculator advanced-learner-loans • Find out about student loans at www.gov.uk/student-finance/ repayments • Find out more about an Advanced Learning Loan at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/ advanced-learner-loans

All applicants are required to attend English order to progress to an interview to help determine higher levels. ENTRY whether the course is suitable for It is also likely that applicants will be them and if successful completion of REQUIREMENTS asked to take an initial assessment the course will help students to make Entry on to our higher at the college to help assess if they inroads towards their career goals. education courses is assessed require any additional support whilst The interview stage also allows you to on an individual case by case on the course. ask questions about the course or the basis. Qualifications, subjects college, with a representative from the Finally, some courses set an studied and exam grades are curriculum team. introductory task for students to the key measures taken into complete in their own time before Interviews for some courses may account, however industry enrolment starts. This is designed for also involve additional aspects, such you to get a feel for the course which experience and enthusiasm are as a review of your portfolio work we hope will excite you as your start also highly considered before a for creative courses. This will be date approaches. decision is made. made clear in your invitation letter. In some cases, it may be a course requirement for you to achieve a Level 2 qualification in either Maths and or

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 15 COURSE LISTING FEES/COURSES ARE CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINT BUT CAN BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UCAS CODE STUDY MODE FEE P/YEAR PAGE ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Law - Full time £3022 19 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Management - Full time £3022 20 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Computing - Full time £3928 20 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Education - Full time £3384 21 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Health - Full time £3384 21 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Science - Full time £3384 23 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Social Work - Full time £3384 23 BUSINESS, LAW & COMPUTING Business HNC 21NN Blended Learning £3500 25 Business HND (TOP-UP) 022N Blended Learning £3500 25 AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) L4 Professional Diploma in Accounting - Part time £2573 26 CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management - Full time £2000 27 Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) - Apprenticeship - 27 Computing (Networking) HNC 2IC2 Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 29 Computing (Software Development) HNC 21C1 Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 29 Computing (Networking) HND (TOP-UP) 012N Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 30 Computing (Software Development) HND (TOP-UP) 204G Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 30 Computing BSc (Hons) (TOP-UP)* I100 Full time £7500 31 Computer Networking and Security BSc (Hons) TOP-UP (course subject to approval)* I200 Full time £7500 31 CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING Construction and the Built Environment HNC - Part time £2900 33 General Engineering HNC - Full time £5500 35 CREATIVE INDUSTRIES £5400 (free if Pre-degree Foundation Diploma in Art & Design - Full time under 19) 37 Art & Design HNC 112A Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 39 Art & Design HND (TOP-UP) 012A Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 39 Creative Media Production HNC 3P10 Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 40 Creative Media Production HND (TOP-UP) 3P1P Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 40 Fashion and Textiles HNC 122W Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 42 Fashion and Textiles HND (TOP-UP) 522W Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 42 Fashion BA (Hons) (TOP-UP)* A234 Full time £7500 43 Graphic Design HNC 112W Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 44 Graphic Design HND (TOP-UP) 012W Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 44 Graphic Communication BA (Hons) (TOP-UP)* V587 Full time £7500 45 Photography HNC W640 Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 46 Photography HND (TOP-UP) 046W Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 46 Photography BA (Hons) (TOP-UP)* V589 Full time £7500 47 PROTECTIVE SERVICES Protective Services (Blue Lights Services) HNC PS20 Full time £5500 49 Protective Services HND PS21 Full time £5500 49 SERVICES TO PEOPLE Hospitality Management HNC 099N Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 52 Hospitality Management HND (TOP-UP) 0995 Full time £5500 52 International Travel and Tourism Management HNC TT01 Part time/Full time £2900/£5500 53 TEACHER TRAINING Postgraduate Certificate in Education / Diploma in Education and Training* - Part time £4500/£9250 55

The College reserves the right to change course fees without prior notice at complete discretion. Please refer to the College fees policy (available on request) for advice regarding refunds. *Delivered in partnership with Birmingham City University

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COURSES ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Take the first steps to the career you want. Access courses offer the perfect stepping-stone onto our HI:ED courses. They’re specially designed to give you the transferable skills - anything from writing essays to problem-solving to IT skills - that you’ll need for Higher Education. All skills that will help you in your chosen career. It’s also a firm vocational foundation for your next step. And from there? Think big. It’s up to you. University Level Courses Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Law Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Management Access to Higher Education Diploma: Computing Access to Higher Education Diploma: Education Access to Higher Education Diploma: Health Access to Higher Education Diploma: Science Access to Higher Education Diploma: Social Work

If finances have been holding you back from starting a course, you can now apply for a loan to help with the cost of Access to Higher Education and Learn now. professional course fees if you are aged 19 or over when you start the course. Your household income isn’t taken into account, there’s no credit check, and Pay later. repayments don’t start until you are earning over £25,000 per annum. Advanced Learning Please note this loan does not apply to HNC, HND or degree/Level 6 courses.

Loans for Access to Find out more at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loans HE and Professional or email our Student Support Team on courses [email protected]

18 Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Law

36 weeks, full time, 15 hours per week

Wisemore Campus Level 3

Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • GCSE grade C/4 or above in English or Maths. • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level 1-2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online initial assessment and a written comprehension exercise. • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and determination to succeed on an intensive programme and must be able to show evidence of relevant work experience to support career progression. Aiga Dalberga WHY CHOOSE IT? Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas Business and Law course runs over one year and is ideal if you wish to progress to After a long break from education, Aiga moved to higher education to study on a range of business or law-related Walsall and continued her studies. During a trip to programmes. If you have prior experience working in business and/ the College’s Open Day, she discovered the Access or the legal professions, you will also benefit from this course if you to Higher Education course, which is now helping have a desire to progress to higher education. her to reach her goal of going to university and COURSE CONTENT becoming a barrister. You will study a range of modules in business, law, study techniques Aiga’s Access course has helped her to develop a range of and preparation for higher education. This is an intensive study skills needed in higher education, including managing her programme so you must possess the necessary motivation and determination to succeed A minimum of 10 self-study hours a own time. week are required in order to manage strict work deadlines and “I like how the course prepares you for university, which to cope with the workload. includes the responsibility we have to take in order to MODULES maintain our course work. Deadlines for assignments are • Access to Justice set and the ability to manage your private life and time • Civil & Criminal Courts is essential. Tutors are very supportive and will guide you • Criminal Law & Procedures when needed.” • English Legal System • Family Law - Children Walsall College’s Access to HE course has enabled Aiga to • Family Law - Marriage & Cohabitation pursue something she enjoyed. • Human Rights, the Individual & the Law • The Law of Tort - Negligence “I have always been interested in law, • Marketing • Research Topic and I wanted to enhance my quality of life • Study Skills by doing something I have a passion for.

PROGRESSION Education opens up opportunities and I Remain at Walsall College to complete HNC and HND in Business feel that by pursuing higher level study, I’m followed by BA (Hons) in Business Studies (TOP-UP), or progress to providing a good example to my children.” university.

FEE Aiga values the academic skills and experiences she Fee is £3022 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration gained from the course, including a trip to the Houses fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees of Parliament. are the responsibility of the student. “I learnt how to think critically and analyse information, Additional costs may include: • £100 for course related books which are some of the most important skills I gained. My • £30 field trip visit to the House of Lords and House of Commons was an amazing experience, as I learnt about the history of British START DATE law and how new legislations are made” September 2021 She now plans to continue her studies at the University of METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Law, with dreams of becoming a barrister. • Essay “I have received a conditional offer from the University • Presentations • Controlled assignments of Law to study an LLB degree that will be continued at a higher level by studying Bar Professional Training Course.” Aiga commends the support she received during her studies. “The tutors were great. If I ever had any issue, I knew where to turn and I was always heard.”

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 19 Access to Higher Education Access to Higher Education Diploma: Business and Diploma: Computing Management 3636 weeks,weeks, fullfull time,time, 1515 hourshours perper weekweek

36 weeks, full time, 13 hours per week Wisemore Campus LevelLevel 33

Wisemore Campus Level 3 Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • GCSE grade C/4 or above in English or Maths. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level • GCSE grade C/4 or above in English or Maths. 1-2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online Initial • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level Assessment and a written comprehension exercise. 1-2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online Initial • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and Assessment and a written comprehension exercise. determination to succeed on an intensive programme and • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and must be able to show evidence of relevant work experience to determination to succeed on an intensive programme and support career progression. must be able to show evidence of relevant work experience to support career progression. WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Our new Access to Higher Education Diploma: Computing course This new course is ideal if you wish to progress to higher runs over one year and is ideal if you wish to progress to higher education, to study on a range of business or management related education. During the course of your studies, you will be introduced programmes. If you have prior experience working in business and/ to various Computing-related subjects. If you have prior experience or management this will also benefit you have a desire to progress to working in business and/or management and wish to study any higher education. Computing-related discipline at higher education, this course will prepare you for it. COURSE CONTENT You will study a range of modules in business, management, finance, COURSE CONTENT ICT, study techniques and preparation for higher education. This is You will study a range of modules in Computing, Networking, study an intensive study programme so you must possess the necessary techniques and preparation for higher education. This is an intensive motivation and determination to succeed. A minimum of 10 study programme so you must possess the necessary motivation and self-study hours a week are required in order to manage strict determination to succeed. A minimum of 10 self-study hours a work deadlines and to cope with the workload. week are required in order to manage strict work deadlines and to cope with the workload. MODULES • Business and Employment Law MODULES • Business Skills • Introduction to Web Design • Human Resources Management • Investigation into Design considerations for Websites • Management • Cyber Security • Business and the Environment • Introduction to Programming • Business Organisations • System Analysis and Design • Business Planning • Database • English Legal System • Client side Scripting • Human Rights, the Individual & the Law • Introduction to Computer Systems • The Law of Tort - Negligence • Computing Short Project • Extended Essay • Networking • Research Topic • And number of study skills units. • Study Skills In addition, students will be required to study GCSE English and PROGRESSION Maths at grade 4 and above, if this is not already achieved. Although Remain at Walsall College to complete HNC and HND in Business some universities will also accept functional skills at level 2. followed by BA (Hons) in Business Studies (TOP-UP), or progress to university. PROGRESSION Upon successful completion of this course, you will attain UCAS FEE credits to progress onto a course that meets the entry criteria at Fee is £3022 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration university. We, at Walsall College also provided higher education at fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees level 4, 5 and 6 in two different pathways - Software Development are the responsibility of the student. and Networking & Security. In order to acquire entrance to a good profile university, students will be required to study GCSE English Additional costs may include: and Math at grade 4 and above, if this is not already achieved. • £100 for course related books • £30 field trip FEE Fee is £3928 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration START DATE fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees September 2021 are the responsibility of the student.

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT START DATE • Essay September 2021 • Presentations • Controlled assignments METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation)

20 Access to Higher Education Access to Higher Education Diploma: Education Diploma: Health

36 weeks, full time, 12 hours per week 36 weeks, full time, 12 hours per week

Wisemore Campus Level 3 Wisemore Campus Level 3

Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • GCSE grade C/4 or above in two or more in English, • GCSE grade C/4 or above in English or Maths. Maths or Science. • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level 1-2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online Initial 1-2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online Initial Assessment and a written comprehension exercise. Assessment and a written comprehension exercise. • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and determination to succeed on an intensive programme and determination to succeed on an intensive programme and must be able to show evidence of relevant work experience to must be able to show evidence of relevant work experience to support career progression. support career progression. WHY CHOOSE IT? Develop the skills and knowledge to progress on to higher education WHY CHOOSE IT? courses and open up a whole new world of possibilities in health Get a thorough preparation for higher education and the career care professional settings. you want. This course offers a route for adults to enter the teaching profession. COURSE CONTENT Topics include: anatomy, respiration and circulation, cell biology, COURSE CONTENT control and coordination, disease and health studies. Assessment is Topics include: Education Studies, English Literature, Practical Skills in through a combination of assignments and examinations. Homework Teaching, History, Psychology and Sociology. Assessment is through and private study is required and you will need to source a work a combination of assignments and examinations. Homework and experience placement in an appropriate health setting. private study is required. You may also need to source a placement in an appropriate educational environment dependent on your future MODULES career goals. This can be discussed at interview. • Biological Science • Health Studies MODULES • Skills for Learning • Skills for Learning • Education Practice PROGRESSION • Education Studies You can progress in to a career in nursing, midwifery, occupational • Education Theory therapy and other related health care professions. Successful • Historical Studies completion of all unit assessments is required for progression to • English Literature and Language Higher Education. • Sociology • Childhood Studies FEE Fee is £3384 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration PROGRESSION fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees You can progress onto a degree course in a variety of fields such as are the responsibility of the student. education, English, creative writing, history, sociology and childhood and family studies. Successful completion of all unit assessments is START DATE required for progression to Higher Education. September 2021

FEE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Fee is £3384 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration • Essays fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees • Group Discussion are the responsibility of the student. • Presentation • Seminar START DATE September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT • Essays • Group Discussion • Presentation • Seminar

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our FEES AND found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk CHANGES

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 21 Natalie Guy

Studied: Access to Health

Progression: Mental Health Nursing Degree at University of Wolverhampton

Natalie Guy never imagined that a short distance learning course would give her the confidence to continue studying all the way up to university level. Now as an undergraduate, she is keen to pursue a role as a mental health advocate, ideally in suicide prevention. “Helping those experiencing problems with their mental health has always been an ambition,” said Natalie. “Having support available to those in need can make all the difference.” Natalie’s Access to Health course opened her eyes up to a range of health subjects and disciplines linked to science (body anatomy) and sociology (health studies). The most rewarding part of all was completing a 3,000 word research proposal about diabetes awareness, for which she achieved a Distinction grade. “Being a student again is one of the best decisions I’ve made,” said Natalie. “I’m the first in my family to go to university and now my sister is at college. I paved the way for her. “I’ve made friends for life and found it rewarding to see others progress in the same way I am.” Following her degree, she hopes to gain a Masters qualification before becoming a qualified suicide prevention professional. “I’m keen to pursue a role in epidemiology, virology or microbiology research,” said Julie.

Julie Edge

After 15 years of working in marketing, Julie Edge decided to try something completely different. Working towards a career as a virology specialist is definitely that. Her learning journey began with a GCSE Biology and Chemistry qualifications, followed by her Access course and GCSE Physics. Julie is full of praise her for Access course. “Everything was well organised. It was easy to understand what was expected of me,” she recalled. “The idea of doing practicals did make me nervous at first. I wasn’t sure about completing all the instructions on time or not being able to present findings to the rest of the group afterwards.” “There was no need to worry. Support was always available. And my classmates were a mixture of ages and all friendly, so everything went fine.” Julie achieved Distinction grades in all of her units bar one; surpassing the entry requirements for her degree course. With her interest in scientific research stronger than ever, she is hoping to secure a role with Public Health England or the World Health Organisation. “I’m keen to pursue a role in epidemiology, virology or microbiology research,” said Julie.

22 Access to Higher Education Access to Higher Education Diploma: Science Diploma: Social Work

36 weeks, full time, 11 hours per week 36 weeks, full time, 12 hours per week

Wisemore Campus Level 3 Wisemore Campus Level 3

Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands Awarding Body: Open College Network West Midlands

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths and English, with a further • GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths or English. preference for Science. • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level 1-2 in • Level 2 competency in Literacy and a minimum of Level 2 in Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online initial assessment Numeracy through a rigorous interview, online initial assessment and a written comprehension exercise. and a written comprehension exercise. • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and • You will need to possess the necessary motivation and determination to succeed on an intensive programme. determination to succeed on an intensive programme.

• The suitability of your employer will also be determined before WHY CHOOSE IT? you are accepted onto the programme. Get the skills you need to progress on to higher education courses • You will need to be highly motivated and be able to commit to in a variety of social work and youth work related areas and courses 5-7 hours study privately at home. related to careers within the public sector.

COURSE CONTENT WHY CHOOSE IT? Subjects include: introduction to social work, personal social This course prepares students for study at degree level. If you would services, social welfare, social policy, sociology, psychology and like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you law. Assessment is through a combination of assignments and need, then an Access to HE course could be for you. examinations. Homework and private study is required and you will need to source a work experience placement in an appropriate social COURSE CONTENT work, youth work or care setting. Alongside preparation for studying in higher education, you will also study various science related modules including chemistry, physics, MODULES biological and environmental science. • Psychology • Social Policy MODULES • Sociology • Biological Science • Skills for Learning • Chemistry • Social Work • Physics • Skills for Learning PROGRESSION You can progress on to higher education courses within social PROGRESSION work, probation or youth work and careers more generally within You can progress on to science related degree level programmes at the public sector. Successful completion of all unit assessments is Birmingham City University, Staffordshire University, University of required for progression to Higher Education. Wolverhampton or University of Worcester and others. FEE FEE Fee is £3384 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration Fee is £3384 (full time). Fees are inclusive of exam and registration fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees fees but individual professional body membership/registration fees are the responsibility of the student. are the responsibility of the student. START DATE START DATE September 2021 September 2021 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT METHOD OF ASSESSMENT • Essays • Essays • Group Discussion • Examinations • Presentation • Practical Assessments • Seminar • Presentations

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our FEES AND found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk CHANGES

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 23 BUSINESS, LAW

ANDSee yourself in a business COMPUTING career? Perhaps in human resources, marketing, accounting or law? Or maybe management’s your goal? Our business and management courses equip you to hit the ground running and forge a successful career, wherever you choose to work. It’s no wonder our students go on to make their mark in some top jobs. Or get the skills for a successful career in computing. Learn how to program, design games software or even create the next Google or Facebook! Example Careers • Accountant Technician University Level Courses • App Designer Business HNC • Barrister Business HND (Top Up) • Business Analyst AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Professional Diploma in Accounting • Investment Banker CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management • Digital Marketer Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) • Games Designer Computing (Networking) HNC • HR Advisor Computing (Software Development) HNC • IT Consultant Computing (Networking) HND (Top Up) • IT Technical Computing (Software Development) HND (Top Up) Support Officer Computing BSc (Hons) (Top Up) • Judge • Legal Executive • Management Consultant • Network Engineer • Paralegal • Patent Examiner • Programmer • Recruitment Manager • Team Leader • Training and Development Officer • Web Designer and many more... 24 Business HNC (Blended) Business HND (TOP-UP) (Blended)

1 year blended learning 1 year blended learning

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff 32-56 points • A relevant HNC Diploma • A Grade C in Business related A Level • All applicants will require an interview • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma: M • Progression students from HNC can apply internally, external • GCSE Maths - Grade D/3 students who have completed their HNC in Business elsewhere • GCSE English Language - Grade D/3 will need to apply through UCAS. • Functional skill Level 2 Maths and English • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Pass or Merit) • No International Applications WHY CHOOSE IT? This course is the natural progression from the BTEC Level 4 HNC WHY CHOOSE IT? Diploma in Business (Pearson). Develop and explore your studies to Are you interested in a career in business management? Are you top-up your achievement to Higher National Diploma level. Get the looking for an alternative route to university? Then consider this skills the industry needs - making this an excellent choice for a career diploma, facilitated by experienced tutors with valuable links to the in business management or business accounting and finance. world of business. COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Develop your previous learning across a range of practical and The BTEC Higher National qualification in Business is designed to theoretical projects. On the Management pathway units include; reflect the increasing need for high quality professional and technical research project, organisational behaviour, operations and project education pathways at Levels 4 and 5, thereby providing students management, understanding and leading change, global business with a clear line of sight to employment and to progression to a environment. degree at Level 6. Units include, Business Environment, Management and Operations, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, MODULES Management Accounting, Marketing Essentials, Human Resource • Research Project (Pearson-set) Management, Business Law and Managing a Successful Business • Organisational Behaviour Project. • Operations and Project Management • Understanding and Leading Change MODULES (to be confirmed) • Global Business Environment • Business and Business Environment • Business Strategy • Management and Operations • International Marketing • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management PROGRESSION • Management Accounting You can progress to the second or third year of a degree or honours • Marketing Essentials degree, depending on the match of the HND units to the degree • Human Resource Management course in question or employment or self employment. • Business Law • Managing a Successful Business Project FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: PROGRESSION £3500 (blended learning). Students may be required to purchase You can progress to the BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma books from a recommended reading list. in Business (TOP-UP) (Pearson), Blended, at Walsall College, employment or self employment. START DATE FEE September 2021 For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £3500 (blended learning). Students may be required to purchase METHOD OF ASSESSMENT books from a recommended reading list to the value of £100. 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation)

START DATE QUALIFICATION OBTAINED September 2021 BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (TOP-UP) (Pearson)

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT UCAS CODE 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and 022N assessment regulation)

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED Additional Fees and Changes BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Business (Pearson) Some of our courses may involve additional costs which are not covered by the tuition fee. Further information can be found on UCAS CODE page 4. All information was accurate as of July 2020 and may 21NN (for full time only) be subject to change. Up-to-date information can be found on our website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

What is Blended Learning? The HNC blended learning option is designed to incorporate both practical experience and academic knowledge. It is a part-time course that will commence in September during an evening from 1800 - 2100 - weekly alternate class based and online sessions. There may be delivery on selected Saturdays during the year.

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 25 AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting)

On campus, you benefit from regular college classes – without 2 years, 1 evening per week having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. An Wisemore Campus Level 4 experienced college tutor will discuss and reinforce what you have learnt during your online study and will be on hand to provide Awarding Body: AAT guidance on progress and assessment. Discussion and debate with classmates will help you apply theories to situations you face in the ENTRY REQUIREMENTS workplace. • You must have a sound knowledge of accounting principles to MODULES undertake the AAT Level 4 programme. Achievement of an AAT The Level 4 course covers a range of key areas, including: Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting is essential. • Management Accounting: Budgeting WHY CHOOSE IT? • Management Accounting: Decision and Control This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) professional level • Financial Statements of Limited Companies course is a higher-level accounting qualification. If you successfully • Accounting Systems and Controls complete this qualification and fulfil the AAT’s work experience • Professional Diploma Synoptic Assessment requirements, you can apply for AAT full membership and achieve These core units of study are assessed at unit level. In addition, professional AAT Accountant status. The Professional Diploma in a synoptic assessment will ask students to apply knowledge and Accounting can lead to the achievement of professional AAT skills gained across the qualification in an integrated way, within a (MAAT) status. workplace context.

Employment opportunities include; Accounts Payable and Expenses Optional units - select two of the following (subject to availability): Supervisor, Assistant Financial Accountant, Commercial Analyst, • Business tax Cost Accountant, Indirect Tax Manager, Payments and Billing • Personal tax Manager, Payroll Manager, Senior Finance Officer, Senior Insolvency • External auditing Administrator, Tax Supervisor, VAT Accountant. • Cash and Treasury Management • Credit Management COURSE CONTENT You will also develop business communications and lifelong In this qualification, you will cover higher accounting tasks including learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the drafting financial statements, managing budgets and evaluating wider industry context. financial performance, as well as a range of optional specialist units. PROGRESSION On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an The accountancy skills developed by studying this qualification will AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. This internationally enable you to seek employment with confidence, and/or to progress recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification to study chartered accountancy. enables those working in accounting or those who are looking FEE to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: experience and the all-important certification often sought £2573, Exam/reg fee: £266, Other fees: £94 by employers. START DATE STUDY METHOD September 2021 Online and On Campus (a combination of blended learning and taught sessions - Attendance is 1 night weekly 18:00 – 21:00 for METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 2 years.) This course is assessed through computer-based exams and a synoptic assessment, which draws on and assesses knowledge and We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver the core units understanding from across the qualification. of this course through our Online and On Campus model. QUALIFICATION OBTAINED Level 4 AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting Online video lectures are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer, meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Each lesson lasts around 60 minutes and is accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further.

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our FEES AND found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk CHANGES

26 CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Chartered Manager Diploma in Human Resource Degree Apprenticeship Management (CMDA)

1 year, full time 4 year Apprenticeship

Wisemore Campus Level 5 Workbase/Wisemore Level 6

Awarding Body: CIPD Awarding Body: University of Worcester

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • 5 GCSE Grades C/4 or above including Maths and English. Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their • 2 A-Levels or CIPD Foundation Certificate in HRP or CIPD Apprenticeships. Most candidates will have A Levels (or equivalent) Certificate in Personnel Practice or previous experience in Human or existing relevant Level 3 qualifications, and English, Maths and Resources ICT at Level 2. Other relevant or prior experience may also be • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview considered as an alternative.

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? The HR profession is growing rapidly as employers recognise the Degree Apprenticeships combine higher education study and work- importance of good HR functions within modern and efficient based learning to enable apprentices to achieve a higher-level award organisations. A career in HR can be highly rewarding, very interesting (e.g. a Foundation, Bachelors or Masters qualification) all whilst and fulfilling. The CIPD is recognised as the leading professional body continuing employment. for HR so this qualification will become a standard for HR recruits that are seeking professional status in order to maximise their The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship course (CMDA) BA career prospects. (Hons), in partnership with the prestigious University of Worcester, integrates expert knowledge with hands-on experience in the COURSE CONTENT workplace, all whilst employees continue with paid employment. This Level 5 qualification which is the equivalent level to a second This apprenticeship is ideal for managers or aspiring employees who year of university and provides the learner with a comprehensive have responsibility for people, projects or services within the private, understanding of the HR function along with the practical experience public sector or third sector, with the expectation that they will offer of working in a HR environment. The course will cover a variety of added value to the organisation. topics including employment law, resourcing and talent management, employees relations and coaching and mentoring. There will be a COURSE CONTENT combination of classroom and online sessions. The CMDA course provides aspiring managers or those looking to enhance their expertise, the tools to develop crucial skills vital to the MODULES development of all businesses, including: • Developing Professional Practice in Human Resources • Logical and effective decision making • Understanding the Business Context of HR • Interpreting and handling management data • Using a research approach to HR • Managing people, time, projects and resources • Reward Management • Strong team leadership • Resourcing and Talent Planning • Managing and Coordinating the Human Resource Function MODULES - Year 1 • Contemporary Developments in Employment Relations • Work Based Investigation and Appraisal • Understanding Employment Law • Work Based Project • Professional Leadership and Personal Management PROGRESSION • Managing Communication in the Workplace Level 7 - Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management • Managing professional Development leading to Professional Status and opportunity to apply for • Organisational Culture and Change Chartered Membership of the CIPD. i.e. the designatory letters Chartered MCIPD. PROGRESSION Successful apprentices will achieve a degree in management and FEE business, either BA (Hons) and have the option to be assessed for For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course is: Chartered Manager status. English and maths will be required at a £2000 (full time) minimum of Level 2. Apprentices will also be able to progress onto a Masters Degree. START DATE September 2021 FEE Fees will be covered as part of the employers’ apprenticeship METHOD OF ASSESSMENT funding. Each unit is assessed by CIPD set assignments which include written work and evidence from the student’s workplace. START DATE January 2021/January 2022 QUALIFICATION OBTAINED CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Assignments throughout as well as End Point Assessment. End Point Assessment (typically 3 months following gateway) Assessment method 1: Paper review of portfolio Assessment Method 2: Paper review of work based project review Assessment Method 3: 15 minute presentation on work based project

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship (CMDA) BA (Hons)

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 27 Daniel Ali

Studied: HNC, HND and Top-up Degree in Computing

Progression: ICT Systems Developer for the NHS Blood and Transplant Unit (NHSBT)

Daniel applied for a Level 1 course in Computing. He liked it so much, he stayed on to complete level 2 to level 5, followed by his Degree. “I liked the small comfortable environment the College provides. Plus the course was cheaper, which was a huge factor in me choosing to undertake my HNC, HND and Degree here. The one- to-one support I received from tutors was extremely helpful. They would tell me where I was going wrong, which allowed for a lot of self reflection. My personal development was probably the most valuable thing I got out of the course. I understand myself more.” After graduating with top marks, Daniel applied to several graduate agencies. He eventually found a job at the NHS Blood and Transplant Unit as a Graduate ICT Systems Developer. There, he is making use of his skills working on numerous projects that will make a huge difference in people’s lives. “My team and I are developing new systems to replace old ones. My biggest project is a new system that will manage blood donations and file customer complaints. In a few months, I will be testing another system with the prospect of making effective modifications. After three months of training, I realised that I’m working on something that makes a difference. It saves people’s lives. Without our systems, it wouldn’t be possible for blood transfusions or organ transplants to take place.”

Muskan Shrivastava

Studied: HNC Software Development

Progression: HND Software Development

Muskan’s ambition to work as a software developer began while she was growing up in India where members of her family were already working in computing. “I’ve always been interested in how apps are put together, especially the process of trying to build something and seeing what works best. There’s potential in everything you work on. This is an area I want to keep building my knowledge in.” As a HND student she continues to gain skills at a higher level including learning more about Java Script.

“The environment and facilities are really good. I plan to complete my full degree at the college, then look for work.”

“There are already a lot of software development language- based roles out there so there’s lots of choice. I feel like I’m getting all the experience I need for my career here.”

28 Computing Computing (Software (Networking) HNC Development) HNC

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 4

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff 72 - 96 points • UCAS Tariff 72 - 96 points • A level - CCC - DDD • A level - CCC - DDD • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE English Language – grade C/4 • GCSE English Language – grade C/4 • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications • Access to Higher Diploma D - 30 credits • Access to Higher Diploma D - 30 credits

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Our HNC is a highly practical course with a central focus on This course is highly practical and provides a strong grounding Networking. It gives you a comprehensive understanding of database in the fundamentals of software development. It will give you a design using MySQL, computer systems architecture, networking and comprehensive understanding of programming in Java/C#, database security. The units of study reflect the current employment design and development using MySQL, software development opportunities within the industry and technology innovations such lifecycles and website design and development. The course also aims as networking security. A nationally recognised level 4 computing to develop skills such as communication literacy, critical thinking, qualification, the HNC is ideal for those who have started, or are analysis, reasoning and interpretation, which are crucial for gaining planning to move into, a career in the computing industry or who employment and developing academic competence. wish to progress onto the final year of a degree programme. COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT The units of study reflect the current employment opportunities The course also aims to develop essential and transferable within the software development industry and the skills in-demand employment skills project management, professional practice and by employers. A nationally recognised computing qualification, the strategic information management. You will have the opportunity HNC is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move to study towards the Cisco CCNA qualification through our CISCO into, a career in the computing industry or who wish to progress Academy as part of the course. onto a level 5 programme such as a HND.

MODULES MODULES • Programming • Programming • Networking • Networking • Professional Practice • Professional Practice • Database Design & Development • Database Design & Development • Security • Security • Managing a Successful Computing Project • Managing a Successful Computing Project • Strategic Information Systems • Software Development Lifecycles • Computer Systems Architecture • Website Design & Development

PROGRESSION PROGRESSION You can progress to the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Computing You can progress to the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Computing (Network Engineering) at Walsall College or to the second year of an (Software Development) at Walsall College or to the second year of honours degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the an honours degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the degree course in question. Employment or self employment. degree course in question. Employment or self employment.

FEE FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) £5500 (full time) £2900 (part time) £2900 (part time)

START DATE START DATE September 2021 September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 12.5% Pearson set assignment 12.5% Pearson set assignment 87.5% coursework 87.5% coursework

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Computing (Networking) (Pearson) BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Computing (Software Development) (Pearson) UCAS CODE 2IC2 UCAS CODE 2IC1

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 29 Computing Computing (Software (Networking) HND Development) HND (TOP-UP) (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 5 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS tariff: 120 credits from completed Pearson HNC • UCAS tariff: 120 credits from completed Pearson HNC Computing – Networking (Pass grade) Computing – Software (Pass grade) • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE English Language – grade C/4 • GCSE English Language – grade C/4 • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications • Progression students from HNC can apply internally, external • Progression students from HNC can apply internally, external students who have completed their HNC in Computing students who have completed their HNC in Computing elsewhere will need to apply through UCAS. elsewhere will need to apply through UCAS.

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Our HND is a highly practical course with a central focus on network Our HND is a highly practical course with a central focus on software engineering. It gives you a comprehensive understanding of network development. It gives you a comprehensive understanding of design, network management and security. The units of study reflect database design using MySQL, mobile app development for Android the current employment opportunities within the industry and using Java and computer games development using Unreal Engine. technology innovations such as Forensics and Network Security. The units of study reflect the current employment opportunities within the industry and technology innovations such as programming COURSE CONTENT in Java for Android. The course also aims to develop skills such as communication literacy, critical thinking, analysis, reasoning and interpretation, A nationally recognised level 5 computing qualification, the HND is which are crucial for gaining employment and developing academic ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a competence. You will have the opportunity to study towards the career in the computing industry or who wish to progress onto the Cisco CCNA qualification through our CISCO Academy as part of final year of a degree programme. the course. COURSE CONTENT MODULES The course also aims to develop skills such as communication • Computing Research Project (Pearson-set) literacy, critical thinking, analysis, reasoning and interpretation, • Business Intelligence which are crucial for gaining employment and developing academic • Transport Network Design competence. • Emerging Technologies • Network Security MODULES • Network Management • Computing Research Project (Pearson-set) • Forensics • Business Intelligence • Data Structures and Algorithms PROGRESSION • Application Program Interfaces You can progress to the second or third year of a degree or honours • Emerging Technologies degree, depending on the match of the HND units to the degree • Database Management Systems course in question. Employment or self employment. • Games Development

FEE PROGRESSION For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: You can progress to the second or third year of a degree or honours £5500 (full time) degree, depending on the match of the HND units to the degree £2900 (part time) course in question. Employment or self employment.

START DATE FEE September 2021 For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) METHOD OF ASSESSMENT £2900 (part time) 25% Pearson set assignment 75% coursework START DATE September 2021 QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Computing (Networking Engineering) METHOD OF ASSESSMENT (TOP-UP) (Pearson) 25% Pearson set assignment 75% coursework UCAS CODE 0I2N QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Computing (Software Development) (TOP-UP) (Pearson)

UCAS CODE 204G

30 Computing BSc (Hons) Computer Networking and Security TOP-UP BSc (Hons) TOP-UP (course subject to approval) (course subject to approval)

1 year, full time 1 year, full time

Wisemore Campus Level 6 Wisemore Campus Level 6

Awarding Body: Currently undergoing validation with Awarding Body: Currently undergoing validation with Stafford University for 2021 Stafford University for 2021

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS tariff: 240 credits from completed Pearson HNC and • UCAS tariff: 240 credits from completed Pearson HNC and HND Computing - Software Development or HNC and HND HND Computing - Software Development or HNC and HND Computing - (Pass grade) Computing - (Pass grade) • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE Maths – grade C/4 • GCSE English Language– grade C/4 • GCSE English Language– grade C/4 • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Impress potential employers with higher level studies and open up a Impress potential employers with higher level studies and open up whole new range of career possibilities. This exciting one-year top-up a whole new range of career possibilities. This exciting one-year degree is primarily aimed at successful HND in Computing and top-up degree is primarily aimed at successful HND in Network Systems Development graduates. Engineering graduates.

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT This course will allow you to convert your existing qualification at This course will allow you to convert your existing qualification Level 5 into a full BSc (Honours) qualification at Level 6. The at Level 5 into a full BSc (Honours) qualification at Level 6. The programme provides you with the opportunity to develop not only programme provides you with the opportunity to develop not only your computing technical skills but also your business awareness your Networking technical skills but also Network and Cyber Security to be prepared for the planning, designing and implementing of to set up robust and fault tolerant networks and be able to identify effective Computing systems that meet the challenges of the modern security issues and protect the network and systems against intrusion. business environment. There are two mandatory units and two optional units for specialism in either Advanced Networking or Mobile MODULES and Web Technology. You will have the opportunity to complete • Individual Project Cisco CCNP and CCNA Security as part of the Networking specialism • Personal ID and Authentication Systems through our Cisco Academy. • Advanced Networking Technologies • Consultancy and IT Management MODULES (subject to change) • Enterprise e-systems • Individual Project PROGRESSION • Consultancy and IT Management Successful graduates can progress onto Masters level qualifications • Mobile and Web Technology or directly into graduate employment opportunities. • Advanced Networking Technologies • Network Design and Management FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: PROGRESSION £7500 (full time). Successful graduates can progress onto Masters level qualifications or directly into graduate employment opportunities. You will be given training on Cisco CCNA modules. If you wish to take the exam, you will have to pay the exam fee. FEE START DATE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: September 2021 £7500 (full time). START DATE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT September 2021 100% coursework.

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT QUALIFICATION OBTAINED Enterprise e-systems module is 50% exam and 50% coursework, Level 6 BSc (Hons) Degree in Computer Networking and Security other modules are 100% coursework (subject to qualification (TOP-UP) updates and assessment regulation) UCAS CODE QUALIFICATION OBTAINED I200 Level 6 BSc (Hons) Degree in Computing (TOP-UP)

UCAS CODE I100 CISCO ACADEMY The Cisco Networking Academy teaches students how to design, build, secure, and troubleshoot computer networks, enabling students to develop the skills needed to compete in an increasingly technology- dependent global workforce.

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 31 CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING If you’re looking for a professional career route into the construction and automotive industries, take a look at our career- focused courses. They’re a great route either directly into career opportunities or into valuable higher education progression. Increase your employability, impress employers, meet regional Example Careers skills shortages - and open up a whole world of possibilities. • Architect University Level Courses • Architectural Technologist Construction and the Built Environment HNC • Building Surveyor General Engineering HNC • Building Services Engineer • Clerk of Works • Construction Manager • Conveyancer • Estimator • Land Surveyor • Technical Sales Engineer • Quantity Surveyor and many more...

32 Construction and the Built Environment HNC

2 years part time

Digital Skills Engineering Centre Level 4

Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Vocationally related Level 3 qualification • Applications from experienced industry workers will be considered • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview • It is expected that applicants will have a GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in Maths and English

WHY CHOOSE IT? Keen to advance in the construction industry at a technical and management level? This is the course for you. It also offers progression routes to higher qualifications.

COURSE CONTENT The course covers most aspects of construction technology and includes a mix of mandatory and specialist modules. Topics include health, safety and welfare, design principles and application, law and contract, science and materials, project management, environmental impact of construction and a group project. Homework or private study is required.

MODULES • Design Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment • Science and Materials for Construction and the Built Environment • Group Project in the Construction Industry • Health, Safety and Welfare for Construction and the Built Environment • Plus up to four specialist units covering various industry disciplines

PROGRESSION You can progress onto a BSc Degree or Foundation Degree via our partnership agreement with the University of Wolverhampton and Birmingham City University, or potential employment in the construction industry.

FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: £2900 (part time). Students will need to purchase handbooks (approximately £30).

START DATE September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT A combination of coursework and assignment where appropriate to unit of study.

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC in Construction and the Built Environment (Construction) (Pearson)

Additional Fees and Changes Some of our courses may involve additional costs which are not covered by the tuition fee. Further information can be found on page 4. All information was accurate as of July 2020 and may be subject to change. Up-to-date information can be found on our website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 33 “What stood out for me were the real-life group projects we were involved in...The knowledge of the tutors also set me up for the future. They were amazing.”

Karl Bickerton IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Studied: HNC Construction and the Built Environment

Progression: Project Surveyor, Unitas Stoke-on-Trent

After spending 17 years working for the NHS that Karl decided he wanted to pursue a career in construction project management. He realised that studying a higher education qualification would provide extra knowledge he could use to explore other career opportunities. “I wanted to understand more about the overall process of construction management,” he explained. “I felt that with new skills in looking after budgets and report writing, I’d have more of a professional platform to take forward.” Having been out of education for some time, Karl did face some challenges during his course such as navigating his way through Microsoft programmes like excel and powerpoint. But with perseverance and support from his lecturers, plus encouragement from his family, Karl continued to give everything to his studies. Karl continued: “What stood out for me were the real-life group projects we were involved in. We all contributed by having specific job roles. I was the architect, which initially was daunting but I overcame this in the end. “The knowledge of the tutors also set me up for the future. They were amazing. The way things were delivered was easy to understand, which made me more confident about taking on any future work I needed to do.”

34 General Engineering HNC

2 years, full time

Digital Engineering Skills Centre Level 4

Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • BTEC Diploma in Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering at grades MM or above • Three A levels at grade C or above in Physics, Mathematics and another. • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview • Please apply through UCAS.

WHY CHOOSE IT? Get the high level skills the industry needs. This programme has been designed to provide the engineering sector with high grade technicians and engineers.

COURSE CONTENT The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/ technician engineers in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

Each of these modules are also stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression.

MODULES Potential Units include: • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Engineering Science • Project Design • Implementation and Evaluation.

Optional units include: • Mechanical Principles • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Engineering Design • Materials Engineering • Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics

PROGRESSION You can progress to a HND Diploma or to the second year of an honours degree, depending on the suitability of the HNC units to the degree course in question. Employment or self-employment are direct routes into the industry if you are not already employed.

FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: £5500 (full time).

START DATE September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 3 assignments per unit and internal assessment

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in General Engineering (Pearson)

Additional Fees and Changes STUDY IN OUR DIGITAL Some of our courses may involve additional costs which are not covered by the tuition fee. Further information can be found on ENGINEERING SKILLS CENTRE page 4. All information was accurate as of July 2020 and may be subject to change. Up-to-date information can be found on Digital Engineering Skills Centre (DESC), Portland Street, Walsall, WS2 8AB our website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 35 General Engineering HNC

2 years, full time

Digital Engineering Skills Centre Level 4

Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • BTEC Diploma in Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering at grades MM or above • Three A levels at grade C or above in Physics, Mathematics and another. • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview • Please apply through UCAS.

WHY CHOOSE IT? Get the high level skills the industry needs. This programme has been designed to provide the engineering sector with high grade technicians and engineers.

COURSE CONTENT The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/ technician engineers in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

Each of these modules are also stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression.

MODULES Potential Units include: • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Engineering Science • Project Design • Implementation and Evaluation.

Optional units include: • Mechanical Principles • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Engineering Design • Materials Engineering • Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics

PROGRESSION You can progress to a HND Diploma or to the second year of an honours degree, depending on the suitability of the HNC units to the degree course in question. Employment or self-employment are direct routes into the industry if you are not already employed.

FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: £52500 (full time).

START DATE September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 3 assignments per unit and internal assessment

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in General Engineering (Pearson)

Additional Fees and Changes STUDY IN OUR DIGITAL Some of our courses may involve additional costs which are not covered by the tuition fee. Further information can be found on ENGINEERING SKILLS CENTRE page 4. All information was accurate as of July 2020 and may be subject to change. Up-to-date information can be found on Digital Engineering Skills Centre (DESC), Portland Street, Walsall, WS2 8AB our website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 35 Pre-degree Foundation Diploma in Art & Design

1 year, full time

Wisemore Campus Level 3 and 4

Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • A formal interview with portfolio. • 1 A-Level grade C (or equivalent Level 3 qualification) in a subject and a strong GCSE profile including English at grade C/ Level 4 or above. • AS qualifications are also welcomed. Simon Goode • Mature students with alternative qualifications and/or work experience are welcomed, as are equivalent international Simon studied a Foundation in Art and Design, now qualifications. he’s running the London Centre for Book Arts – an artist run studio offering workshops, facilities WHY CHOOSE IT? and exhibition space for book art, printing and This course is ideal if you’re excited by the prospect of a career in art and design. You will develop a broad portfolio of work and a binding. After completing his secondary education greater understanding of ways to work and develop, in preparation in Telford, Simon had plans to continue his studies for higher education. In the past some of our students have at another local college. But this changed when progressed to prestigious universities such as Central Saint Martins, a friend recommended Walsall College. It was a Bournemouth University, Falmouth University and Goldsmiths decision he didn’t regret, as his Foundation Art and University of London. Design course exposed him to a range of exciting opportunities. COURSE CONTENT You will learn to develop your own creative voice in whatever area “Any art foundation course will teach you to think and to you are interested in; through a variety of areas in art and design look at things differently, which was invaluable. It was also including visual studies, printmaking, fashion and textiles, fine an opportunity for me to try new things, and the amazing art, graphics, photography and 3D design, alongside contextual facilities at Walsall College enabled me to do that – they development and discussion around art. were brilliant compared to what I had in school. The print MODULES making workshops were the most incredible thing. It was • Stage 1 Exploratory - 2 units an amazing space and provided an atmosphere of calm • Stage 2 Pathway - 4 units and concentration. The facilities in printmaking were just • Stage 3 Confirmatory - 1 unit, Final Major Project the best.”

PROGRESSION After graduating, Simon worked at the University of Successful completion offers an excellent platform from which to the Arts London in Marketing and Communications, enter higher education in your chosen specialist pathway. Most specialising in publishing. students go on to a degree, either further afield across the UK or onto our own HNC/Ds and (in partnership with BCU) and our Level 6 Degrees. Students may also find employment. “I was the publications officer, so my role FEE involved publishing and printing. On the For the academic year 2021/22, tuition fees for this course are yet to side, I would run workshops on making be published. Our current fee is £5400 (full time). If you are under the age of 19 you do not have to pay for the course. books during the evenings and weekends.”

START DATE In 2013, Simon left his position and set up the London September 2021 Centre for Book Arts, following a three-month road trip METHOD OF ASSESSMENT from New York to Los Angeles. • Stage 1 full folio assessment at the end of the stage “It was during this trip, I discovered book arts centres in Students need to pass this stage to go forward to stage 2 New York, Chicago, Minneapolis, Portland, Los Angeles • Stage 2 full folio assessment at the end of the stage Students need to pass this stage to go forward to stage 3 and San Francisco. It was these incredible institutions • Stage 3 Final Major Project, culminating in a full assessment that led me to create the London Centre for Book Arts exhibition. in Hackney. The reason I started it was because I wanted to create a space where anyone can come and work in QUALIFICATION OBTAINED making books and printing. And one didn’t exist in the UK BTEC Level 3/4 Pre-degree Foundation Diploma in Art & Design at the time. “So I suppose that’s the most rewarding thing, we’ve Our students have gone • Central Saint Martins made this space that’s completely unique in London and onto study at a number of • Falmouth University across the UK. I don’t think I’d be doing what I’m doing outstanding universities • Goldsmiths University now, if it wasn’t for what I did at Walsall College. The including: of London tutors encouraged me to pursue my passion – in my case – • Bath Spa University • Plymouth University books, printing, and print making…” • Bournemouth University and more!

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Art & Design HNC Art & Design HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • A-Levels or equivalent related Level 3 qualification • A relevant HNC Diploma • Relevant work experience or professional portfolio will be • Relevant work experience will be considered considered • All applicants will require an initial assessment and portfolio- • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview based interview • Please apply through UCAS for full time. • Please apply through UCAS for full time.

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? This programme aims to provide education and training for a broad Top-up your achievement to HND level, developing and exploring range of careers in art, craft and design but is also orientated your studies further with this natural progression from the HNC towards those wishing to pursue a career in Illustration. A number of Art Practice. Students build on their prior learning to explore units are selected with a leaning towards this discipline and explores advanced design projects. Live/competition work is a major part of this area in its broadest sense. You will develop a broad portfolio of the programme. The course culminates in a negotiated final major work and a greater understanding of ways to work and develop, in project and exhibition. preparation for progression to the next level. COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT The course will provide opportunities to develop your ability to The programme offers industry-based assignments (client/live briefs) interpret client briefs as well as express a personal vision through and input from current practitioners. Supporting your studies are exploration of ideas and areas of specific interest. It will also contextual sessions, which provide cultural and critical underpinnings encourage you to develop your creative skills across the various of your developing practice and also investigates social and historical graphic design mediums. Self-directed study is required which is themes. portfolio assessed.

MODULES MODULES • Professional Development • Professional Practice • Contextual Studies • Applied Practice Collaborative Project • Individual Project • Advance Arts Practice Studies • Techniques and Practices • Creative Entrepreneurship • Media Practices • Conceptual Practice • Material Practices • Art Direction • Art & Craft Production • Communication in Art & Design PROGRESSION You can progress to one of our Level 6 BA (Hons) Art & Design PROGRESSION (TOP-UP) courses at Walsall College or second or third year of a You can progress to the HND Diploma in Arts Practice (TOP-UP) degree or honours degree at university, depending on the match of (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the second year of an honours the HND units to the degree course in question. Employment or self degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the degree employment. course in question. Employment or self-employment. FEE FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) £5500 (full time) £2900 (part time) £2900 (part time) Students may need to pay for trips/visits - confirmed at a later date. Students may need to pay for trips/visits - confirmed at a later date. START DATE START DATE September 2021 September 2021 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation) assessment regulation) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Art & Design (TOP-UP) (Pearson) BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Art and Design (Arts Practice) (Pearson) UCAS CODE 012A UCAS CODE 112A

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our FEES AND found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk CHANGES

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 39 Creative Media Creative Media Production Production HNC HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 96 points • UCAS Tariff: 120 credits from completing Pearson HNC Creative • A Level: CCC Media Production (Pass grade) • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE Maths - Grade C/4 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications • Please apply through UCAS for full time.

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? An excellent opportunity to begin to develop a career in creative Progress your skills naturally by moving onto the HND diploma in media production. The course offers a variety of moving image based creative media Production. You will continue to develop your skills projects to help you develop your skills in film and TV production. in both visual and audio communications and undertake advanced You will also investigate filmic texts, using the appropriate projects. This includes film directing techniques, scriptwriting & terminology and language. Simulated projects and live client led sound production. You will also develop academic writing skills, briefs will allow you plenty of hands-on experience. critical thinking, research methods and film theory to a higher and more independent level. The course will provide opportunities for students to develop a range of skills, techniques and attributes COURSE CONTENT essential for successful performance in working life. Camera and editing techniques, film & television theory, film & television and sound scriptwriting, television production, visual COURSE CONTENT effects. Self-motivation and independent study is a requirement Advanced moving image production, further camera/lighting/editing for this course. techniques with a focus on documentary filmmaking, scriptwriting for film and radio, advanced film theory, contextual techniques and MODULES academic research methods. Self-motivation and independent study • Individual Project (Pearson-set) is a requirement for this course. • Creative Media Industry • Professional Practice MODULES • Film & Video Editing • Collaborative Project (Pearson-set) • Storyboarding • Advanced Film Production Studies • Scriptwriting for Sound • Personal Professional Development • Film Studies • Producer/Director for Television Production • Light and Sound • Film Criticism • Interview & Presentation Techniques • Drama • Documentary Production • Film and Television Practices • Sound for Media Production

PROGRESSION PROGRESSION You can progress on to the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Creative You can progress to one of our Level 6 BA (Hons) Art & Design Media Production (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or the (TOP-UP) courses at Walsall College or second or third year of a second year of an honours degree at university, depending on degree or honours degree at university, depending on the match of the match of the HNC units to the degree course in question. the HND units to the degree course in question. Employment or self Employment or self-employment. employment.

FEE FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) £5500 (full time) £2900 (part time) £2900 (part time)

START DATE START DATE September 2021 September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates assessment regulation) and assessment regulation) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Creative Media Production (TOP-UP) BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Creative Media Production (Pearson) (Pearson)

UCAS CODE UCAS CODE 3P10 3P1P

Our HE students can experience industry relevant trips including Disneyland Paris, to examine the production studios, TRIPS and team building exercise. These trips are optional and can have an additional cost implication.

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL FEES additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our AND CHANGES found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

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Walsall College higher education as part of her placement and said: “I enjoyed students have boosted their job immersing myself in a different culture for prospects by completing work two weeks and seeing how others live. We also had the chance to visit Rome and see experience placements nationally and some of the incredible sights.” internationally. Assistant Principal of Quality and Higher The college works to ensure that university Education at Walsall College, David Turner, level students get relevant opportunities to commented: “Gaining work experience participate in trips/placements in a number of abroad is a fantastic way for students to industries including fashion, art and design, boost their self-confidence, independence music, sport, IT and marketing. Read on and improve their employability prospects, by to see how Kathryn and Marta took on an giving their CV the edge when they come to experience of a lifetime... apply for jobs. Following successful interviews, HNC “We are delighted to be working with Gecko Photography students, Kathryn Lesny and as this unique project is also free for students Marta Jarco and HNC Graphic Design and funded by the EU’s Erasmus plus student, Kira Marks spent 15 days in programme. Students selected for placements Lanciano, central Italy working with local are supported with a number of costs companies in their chosen fields. including travel and accommodation and they also receive dedicated mentoring and Kathryn developed her photography skills training whilst on work experience. A further working for an events management firm and seven Walsall College students have also had the opportunity to attend exhibitions been selected for trips over the next couple and conferences during her placement. She of months and we are also encouraging more said: “This was such a great experience as students to apply for the programme which is it’s really opened my eyes up to all the work open until 2022.” involved in organising events. It’s made me more passionate about specialising in event photography when I finish my course.

“This was definitely a step outside of my WANT TO FIND comfort zone but it has given me so much more confidence and I would definitely do it OUT MORE? all again if I had the chance.”Kira supported a Email: [email protected] local museum to hold workshops for children

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 41 Fashion and Textiles HNC Fashion & Textiles HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 72-96 points • A relevant HNC Diploma • A level: DDD • Relevant work experience will be considered • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • All applicants will require an initial assessment and portfolio- • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 based interview • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 • Please apply through UCAS for full time. Maths and English • No international applications WHY CHOOSE IT? Get the broad realistic experience to prepare you for a career in the fashion industry. We’ll encourage you to enter prestigious WHY CHOOSE IT? competitions, gain placements and employment in the industry, Choose this flexible course to develop your personal vision and ideas, establish your own label or develop your skills to degree level. develop your creative skills and explore the areas that really interest you. It’s a well-rounded course to introduce you to this fascinating

industry. We’ll encourage you to enter prestigious competitions, gain COURSE CONTENT Benefit from broad experience in fashion illustration and design, placements, work on live briefs, gain employment in the industry or including projects set by associates from industry. Pattern establish your own label to develop your skills. construction, garment production and textile embellishment all play an important part in the course and you can also choose from a wide COURSE CONTENT range of units, such as fashion photography, marketing, computer Get an excellent grounding in fashion design, textile design and aided design and costume production. Homework or private study is garment manufacture. Compliment these with an understanding of required. the historical, social, political, and economic influences on fashion design, and a sound knowledge of business and marketing principles to ensure a broad understanding of the industry and its organisation. MODULES • Professional Practice Homework or private study is required. • Applied Practice • Advanced Fashion Studies MODULES • Trend Forecasting • Professional Development • Material Selection and Specification • Contextual Studies • Advanced Textile studies • Individual Project • Techniques and Practices • CAD PROGRESSION You can progress to the Level 6 BA (Hons) Fashion Design (TOP-UP) • Pattern Cutting and Garment Making at Walsall College or second or third year of a degree or honours • Fashion and Textiles Practices degree at university, depending on the match of the HND units to • Communication in Art and Design the degree course in question. Employment or self employment. PROGRESSION You can progress to the HND Diploma in Fashion and Textiles FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the second year of an £5500 (full time) honours degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the £2900 (part time) degree course in question. You can also enter self employment. Students will need to purchase items for their final major project. FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) START DATE September 2021 £2900 (part time) METHOD OF ASSESSMENT START DATE 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and September 2021 assessment regulation) • Coursework METHOD OF ASSESSMENT • Critiques/presentations 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation) • Coursework QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Fashion and Textiles (TOP-UP) • Critiques/presentations (Pearson) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Fashion and Textiles (Pearson) UCAS CODE 522W UCAS CODE 122W

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our FEES AND found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk CHANGES

42 Fashion Design BA (Hons) TOP-UP

1 year, full time

Wisemore Campus Level 6

Awarding Body:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 240 credits from completed Pearson HNC and HND Art and Fashion and Textiles (Merit grade) • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English

• No international applications WHY CHOOSE IT? Impress potential employers with higher level studies and open up a whole new range of career possibilities. This exciting one-year top-up degree is primarily aimed at successful HND/Foundation Degree (or equivalent) graduates. It will allow you to convert your existing qualification at Level 5 into a full BA (Honours) qualification at Level 6.

COURSE CONTENT You’ll develop as a designer in a more personalised manner, whether you specialise in haute couture, designer ready-to-wear or high street fashion.

MODULES • Research Creative Development in Fashion • Dissertation • Final Major Project • Graduate Portfolio David Dwyer PROGRESSION Students typically progress to an MA in their chosen pathway subject. Employment or self-employment in a range of job roles and Studied: HNC & HND Diplomas in Fashion and Textiles industries. and Level 6 BA Hons Fashion Design (Top-Up) FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: Progression: Designer £7500 (full time). Students will need to purchase items for their final major project. What started out as a hobby for David Dwyer five years ago is now set to become an exciting, new START DATE venture. David is preparing to launch a luxury September 2021 menswear brand for the high end of the retail METHOD OF ASSESSMENT industry. This comes after achieving his full honours 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and degree. assessment regulation) • Coursework He was no different to many designers in that he grew up • Critiques/presentations with a love of clothing and enjoyed shopping. However, the idea of creating his own outfits had never occurred to him. QUALIFICATION OBTAINED And things might have stayed that way if he hadn’t been Level 6 BA (Hons) Fashion Design (TOP-UP) joined a sewing circle with one of his friends.

UCAS CODE This led to him signing up for an evening class in pattern A234 cutting. He enjoyed this so much that he progressed from Level 1 to Level 6 while working full-time for a gas and electrical training centre.

“Juggling a degree-level course and a job has definitely had its challenges, but it’s about doing what makes you happy.”

“Naturally, as an undergraduate you take ownership of your learning. While this was no different for me, I knew my lecturers would be willing to go out of their way to support me. It meant I could achieve in the best possible way.”

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 43 Graphic Design HNC Graphic Design HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 72-80 points • UCAS Tariff: 120 credits from completed Pearson HNC Graphics • A level: DDD or HNC Art and Design (Pass Grade) • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications

WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Are you a creative problem solver that likes to design innovative Top-up your achievement to HND level, developing your experience solutions to communication problems? If so this course is for and enhancing your studies further with this natural progression you. The course is taught by experienced professional artists and from the HNC Graphic Design. Students build on their prior learning designers. The curriculum is further enhanced by a wide range of to explore advanced design projects. Live/competition work is an visiting speakers, trips and visits. essential part of the programme. The course culminates in both COURSE CONTENT personal and collaborative negotiated projects and an exhibition. The course encourages students to work on a wide variety of projects, to develop a portfolio that is as unique as they are. COURSE CONTENT Exploratory projects happily sit alongside commercially based work. The course will provide opportunities to develop your ability to Live work and competition work is a key element of the curriculum. interpret client briefs as well as express a personal vision through The college’s design studios have been created to industry standards exploration of ideas and areas of specific interest. It will also and are equipped with Macs and PCs with the Adobe Creative encourage you to develop your creative skills across the various Cloud. You can also access, our traditional print room, photographic graphic design mediums. Self-directed study is required which is and other media facilities. Self-directed study is required and the portfolio assessed. programme is portfolio assessed. MODULES MODULES • Professional Practice • Professional Development • Applied Practice Collaborative Project • Contextual Studies • Advance Graphic Design Studies • Individual Project • Branding and Identity • Techniques and Practices • Conceptual Practice • Media Practices • Art Direction • Typography • Graphic Design Practices PROGRESSION • Communication in Art & Design You can progress to employment or self employment or progress onto the Level 6 BA (Hons) Visual Communication - Graphic PROGRESSION Communication (TOP-UP) at Walsall College or second or third year You can progress to employment, self employment or the BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) (TOP-UP) of an honours degree at university, depending on the match of the (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the second year of an honours HND units to the degree course in question. degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the degree course in question. FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: FEE £5500 (full time) For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: £2900 (part time) £5500 (full time) Students may need to pay for trips/visits - to be confirmed at a later £2900 (part time) date. You will require your own set of design materials. A Mac Students may need to pay for trips/visits - to be confirmed at a later or high spec PC is beneficial along with a subscription to Adobe date. You will require your own set of design materials. A Mac Creative Cloud. You will also have additional print costs when or high spec PC is beneficial along with a subscription to Adobe producing final outcomes. Creative Cloud. You will also have additional print costs when producing final outcomes. START DATE September 2021 START DATE September 2021 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and METHOD OF ASSESSMENT assessment regulation) 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED (TOP-UP) (Pearson) BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) (Pearson) UCAS CODE 012W UCAS CODE 112W

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL FEES additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our AND CHANGES found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

44 Graphic Communication BA (Hons) TOP-UP

1 year, full time

Wisemore Campus Level 6

Awarding Body: Birmingham City University

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 240 credits from completed Pearson HNC and HND Art and Design - Graphics (Merit Grade) • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 Make use our purpose built art and design studios • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English • No international applications

WHY CHOOSE IT? Our diverse and exciting top-up course is a must for anyone passionate about graphic design and looking to pursue a career within the industry. Successful completion of this qualification will top up your existing HND qualification at Level 5 into a full BA (Honours) at Level 6. During this exciting year students will define an area of individual practice and build a portfolio to support progression into their chosen field of communication and open up a whole new range of career possibilities. There are established links with the design industry, (including advertising groups, publishing houses and interactive design). This is to inform contemporary practice and structure the course to provide you with industry-quality skills in visual communication, branding and advertising design, both in print and online.

COURSE CONTENT You will be encouraged to be entrepreneurial and use your time on the course to test different options for your future career, allowing your personal style and approach to flourish.

MODULES • Critical Practice Students have the opportunity to showcase work at exhibitions • Major study

PROGRESSION Students typically progress on to employment or self-employment in a range of job roles and industries or choose to progress into postgraduate study.

FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: £7500 (full time) Students may need to pay for trips/visits - to be confirmed at a later date. You will require your own set of design materials. A Mac or high spec PC is beneficial along with a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud. You will also have additional print costs when producing final outcomes.

START DATE September 2021

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation)

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED Level 6 BA (Hons) Visual Communication - Graphic Communication (TOP-UP)

UCAS CODE V587 FACILITIES We have state-of-the-art equipment to help you with your studies including; • Apple Mac and graphic design/media suites using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite • Fine art/printmaking/ceramics/graphic design studios

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 45 Photography HNC Photography HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 72-96 points • UCAS Tariff: 120 credits from completed Pearson HNC • A level: DDD Photography or HNC Art and Design (Merit Grade) • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Top-up your achievement to HND level, developing and exploring Are you a creative problem solver that likes to create innovative your studies further with this natural progression from the HNC solutions to photographic problems? If so this course is for you. The Photography course. Students build on their prior learning to explore course is taught by experienced professional photographers, artists advanced design projects. Live/competition work is a major part of and designers. The curriculum is further enhanced by a wide range the programme. The course culminates in a negotiated final major of visiting speakers, trips and visits. project and exhibition. COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT The course encourages students to work on a wide variety of The course will provide opportunities to develop your ability to projects, to develop a portfolio that is as unique as they are. interpret client briefs as well as express a personal vision through Exploratory projects happily sit alongside commercially based work. exploration of ideas and areas of specific interest. It will also Live work and competition work is a key element of the curriculum. encourage you to develop your creative skills across the various The college’s photographic studios have been created to industry Photographic and design mediums. Self-directed study is required standards and the studios are equipped with Macs and PCs with the which is portfolio assessed. full Adobe Creative Cloud. You can also access, our traditional print room, darkroom and other media facilities. Self-directed study is MODULES required and the programme is portfolio assessed. • Professional Practice • Applied Practice Collaborative Project MODULES • Advance Photographic Studies • Professional Development • Styling • Contextual Studies • Conceptual Practice • Individual Project • Art direction • Techniques and Practices • Screen Based Practices PROGRESSION • Lighting for Photography You can progress to the Level 6 BA (Hons) Visual Communication - • Photographic Practices Photography (TOP-UP) at Walsall College or second or third year of • Communication in Art & Design a degree or honours degree at university, depending on the match of the HND units to the degree course in question. Employment or PROGRESSION self-employment. You can progress to the HND Diploma in Photography (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the second year of an honours FEE degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the degree For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: course in question. Employment or self employment. £5500 (full time) £2900 (part time). FEE Students have access to darkroom facilities including black and white For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: chemicals, as well as paper and film. Cameras and photography £5500 (full time) equipment are available for short term loan. However, it is recommended £2900 (part time) you purchase your own camera, laptop and additional equipment. Students have access to darkroom facilities including black and white Students are able to use the latest Adobe packages at the College as well chemicals, as well as paper and film. Cameras and photography as via home access to be able to use from home. Students may need to equipment are available for short term loan. However, it is recommended pay for trips/visits - to be confirmed at a later date. you purchase your own camera, laptop and additional equipment. Students are able to use the latest Adobe packages at the College as well START DATE as via home access to be able to use from home. Students may need to September 2021 pay for trips/visits - to be confirmed at a later date. METHOD OF ASSESSMENT START DATE 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and September 2021 assessment regulation)

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT QUALIFICATION OBTAINED 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Art and Design (Photography) assessment regulation) (TOP-UP) (Pearson) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED UCAS CODE BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Art and Design (Photography) 046W (Pearson) UCAS CODE W640

Some of our courses may involve All information was accurate as of July 2020 ADDITIONAL FEES additional costs which are not covered by and may be subject to change. the tuition fee. Further information can be Up-to-date information can be found on our AND CHANGES found on page 4. website www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

46 Photography BA (Hons) TOP-UP

1 year full time

Wisemore Campus Level 6

Awarding Body: Birmingham City University

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 240 credits from completed Pearson HNC and HND Art and Design - Photography (Merit Grade) • GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 • GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English • No international applications

WHY CHOOSE IT? Boost your chances of getting a top job and convert your existing qualification at Level 5 into a full BA (Honours) qualification at Level 6. This exciting one-year top-up degree, which is aimed at successful HND/Foundation Degree (or equivalent) graduates will open up a whole new range of career possibilities.

COURSE CONTENT Allow your personal style and approach to flourish. You will be encouraged to be entrepreneurial and use your time on the course to test different options for your future career.

MODULES • BA Defining Individual Practice • BA Negotiated Study • BA Major Study

Please note - modules may be subject to change. Sindy Weals PROGRESSION Students typically progress to an MA in their chosen pathway subject. Employment or self-employment in a range of job roles and Studied: HNC and HND Diploma in Photography industries. Progression: Level 6 BA Hons Visual Communication FEE (Photography) TOP-UP For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: £7500 (full time). A growing interest in photography and redundancy Students have access to tradition darkroom facilities Cameras and photography equipment are available for short term loan. However from her job in retail sparked Sindy’s desire to return it is recommended you purchase your own camera, laptop and to education after a 30-year break. Having found additional equipment. Students are able to use the latest Adobe her creative niche, Sindy was soon putting herself packages at the College as well as via home access to be able to use forward for other industry-related photography from home. opportunities made available to college students.

START DATE When Walsall NHS Trust’s communications department September 2021 asked if someone could volunteer to take photographs from them to use in their marketing materials, Sindy METHOD OF ASSESSMENT jumped at the chance. She has since provided them with 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and images for the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as well as assessment regulation) other departments to use. QUALIFICATION OBTAINED In addition, Sindy has completed her first VIP portrait Level 6 BA (Hons) Visual Communication - Photography (TOP-UP) commission for the Lord Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Paul Bott. These experiences are paving the way towards UCAS CODE V589 her becoming a freelance portrait and commercial photographer.

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Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 47 PROTECTIVE SERVICES Want to push your career forward with the skills that count? Whether you want to build on your qualifications or you already work in protective services like the armed forces, emergency services or prison service. Example Careers Our Higher Education qualifications are the career-focused route to valuable personal and professional development. • Armed Forces Whatever your goals, we’ll support you all the way. • Customs Officer • Firefighter • Immigration Officer University Level Courses • Police Officer Protective Services (Blue Lights Services) HNC • Prison Officer Protective Services (Blue Lights Services) HND • Security Officer and many more...

4848 Protective Services Protective Services (Blue Light Services) HNC (Blue Light Services) HND

1 year full time 1 year full time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • A-Levels or equivalent related Level 3 qualification • A-Levels or equivalent related Level 3 qualification • Relevant work experience will be considered • Relevant work experience will be considered • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview • All applicants will require an initial assessment and interview • Please apply through UCAS for full time. • Successful completion you can progress from the BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Protective Services (Blue Light Services). WHY CHOOSE IT? This qualification in protective services is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. This course WHY CHOOSE IT? provides a wide-ranging study of protective services and are designed This qualification in protective services is aimed at students wanting for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in the to continue their education through applied learning. This course protective services. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and provides a wide-ranging study of protective services and are designed skills that underpin the study of protective services, this programme for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in the will give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector protective services. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and that will prepare them for further study or training. skills that underpin the study of protective services, this programme in protective services will give students experience of the breadth COURSE CONTENT and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or At Level 4 students will study a total of eight units and develop a training. broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of protective services through four core units, which will include one unit assessed by a COURSE CONTENT set assignment. Students will also have the opportunity to select a At Level 5 students will study a total of eight units and develop a general or specialist pathway. Those students selecting a specialist broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of protective services pathway undertake two specialist units, plus two optional units. through four core units, which will include one unit assessed by a set assignment. Students will also have the opportunity to select a MODULES general or specialist pathway. Those students selecting a specialist Mandatory units pathway undertake two specialist units, plus two optional units. • Organisational Structures and Culture • Mental Health and Wellbeing MODULES • Equality, Diversity and Fair Treatment Mandatory units • Protective Services in Contemporary Society (Pearson-set) • Research Project • Reflective Professional Practice Specialist units • Critical Infrastructure Protection • Community Engagement • Blue Light Collaboration • Responding to Emergencies • Management of an Outdoor Event Optional units • Expedition Planning • Terrorism and Counter-terrorism • Justice, Punishment and Rehabilitation • Small-scale Research Project in Protective Services • Serious and Organised Crime PROGRESSION PROGRESSION You can progress to the HND Diploma in Protective Services (Blue The Level 5 Higher National Diploma allows students to specialise Light Services) (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the by committing to specific career paths and progression routes second year of an honours degree, depending on the match of the to degree-level study. On successful completion of the Level 5 HNC units to the degree course in question. Employment or self Higher National Diploma, students can develop their careers in the employment. protective services sector through: • Entering employment FEE • Continuing existing employment For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: • Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) £5500 (full time) • Progressing to university Our curriculum has previously organised off-site optional trips to FEE include, London, Outdoor Centres and a residential trip abroad. For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course are: The cost of such activities can range from £10 - £1000 but are not £5500 (full time) course-mandated and remain entirely optional for students. Students may choose to purchase a course text book at approximately £30. Our curriculum has previously organised off-site optional trips to include London, Outdoor Centres and a residential trip abroad. START DATE The cost of such activities can range from £10 - £1000 but are not September 2021 course-mandated and remain entirely optional for students. Students METHOD OF ASSESSMENT may choose to purchase a course text book at approximately £30. A selection of written reports; presentations and practical tasks. START DATE QUALIFICATION OBTAINED September 2021 BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Protective Services (Blue Light Services) METHOD OF ASSESSMENT (Pearson) A selection of Written report, presentation and practical tasks. UCAS CODE QUALIFICATION OBTAINED PS20 BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Protective Services (Blue Light Services) (Pearson) UCAS CODE PS21

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 49 “These courses bring to life everything about being in a protective services role.”

Tre Higgins IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Studied: Level 2, 3 and HNC Protective Services

Progression: HND Protective Services

Although he has spent time with the air cadets and is an army reservist, Tre has his sights set firmly on a career in the police force. “The more I’m learning about the police force through college, the more I want to join it,” said Tre. “These courses bring to life everything about being in a protective services role. Looking into the operational and managerial side of the police force through trips, talks and classroom activities is inspiring.” Tre decided to carry on studying at a higher education level so that he could continue improving his understanding of police work, the working environment and community relations. He is as keen as ever to experience as much as he possible about what life is like on the front line. Being involved in Streetwatch; a voluntary public patrol with the local police allows him to do this. “My classmates and I have been on patrol with a PCSO. And on another occasion, three students and I have gone out without an officer,” said Tre. “People respond positively to us.” After completing a full honours degree, Tre will apply to join the police force.

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TOAre you a budding PEOPLE hotel manager or a sports coach? Whether you’re keen to focus on a hospitality and catering career or want to boost your sports knowledge, we’re here to help. Our HI:ED courses can give you the expertise and management skills to take your career to the next level. Example Careers University Level Courses • Catering Manager Hospitality Management HNC • Food & Beverage Manager Hospitality Management HND (TOP-UP) • Front of House Manager International Travel and Tourism Management HNC • Guest Services Manager • Head Chef • Hotel Manager • Operations Manager and many more...

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 51 Hospitality Management Hospitality Management HNC HND (TOP-UP)

1 year full time, 2 years part time 1 year full time

Wisemore Campus Level 4 Wisemore Campus Level 5

Awarding Body: Pearson Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 72-80 points • UCAS Tariff: 120 credits from completed Pearson HNC • A level: DDD Hospitality Management (RQF) • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMP • GCSE Maths: Grade D/3 • GCSE Maths: Grade D/3 • GCSE English Language: Grade D/3 Functional skill Level 2 • GCSE English Literature: Grade D/3 Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English Maths and English • No international applications • No international applications WHY CHOOSE IT? WHY CHOOSE IT? Ready to take it to the next level? This course is the natural Looking for a career in hospitality management? Have an interest progression from the HNC Hospitality - developing your studies to in the hospitality and events industry? Our course will give you the top-up your achievement to HND level. essential skills every manager within the industry needs. This course offers you the opportunity to study subjects that reflect the COURSE CONTENT challenging diversity of the hospitality and events industry, allowing What are the burning issues in hospitality management today? you to examine the related aspects of business, events and tourism. Get a truly current picture of the industry - and the skills to forge a successful management career in this rewarding business. Our broad COURSE CONTENT perspective includes units on developing as a manager, operations We understand precisely what employers are looking for - and management, the external business environment and performing a that’s what this course sets out to teach. There is a mix of fixed business health check. and optional modules, covering subjects such as finance, customer service, marketing, and conference and banqueting management. MODULES The course covers a wide range of businesses and establishments, • Research Project (Pearson Set) including all of the following: deluxe hotels and restaurants, designer • Hospitality Consumer Behaviour and Insight bars, contractors for events, specialist catering for sporting events, • Managing and Planning an event budget hotels and pubs and nightclubs. Applicants are guaranteed a • Hospitality Business Strategy work placement. • Strategic Human Resource management • Managing and Running a Small Business MODULES • Contemporary Hospitality Industry PROGRESSION • Managing the Customer Experience You can progress to the second or third year of a degree or honours • Professional Identity and Practice degree, depending on the match of the HND units to the degree • The Hospitality Business Toolkit course in question. Employment or self employment. • Leadership and Management for Service Industries • Manage Conference and Events FEE • Managing Accommodation Services For the academic year 2021/2022 tuition fees for this course are: • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management £5500 (full time).

PROGRESSION START DATE You can progress to the HND Diploma in Hospitality Management September 2021 (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or to the second year of an honours degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the METHOD OF ASSESSMENT degree course in question. Employment or self employment. 100% coursework as well as organising a practical event. Work based experience unit requires students to have either a part time FEE job or experience of employment within the hospitality sector. For the academic year 2021/2022 tuition fees for this course are: £5500 (full time) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED £2900 (part time) BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Hospitality Management (TOP-UP) (Pearson) START DATE September 2021 UCAS CODE 0995 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and assessment regulation)

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Hospitality Management (Pearson)

UCAS CODE 099N

Additional Fees and Charges £10 learner pass

52 HNC International Travel and Tourism Management

1 year, full time

Wisemore Campus Level 4

Awarding Body: Pearson

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • UCAS Tariff: 72-80 points • A Level: DDD • Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMP • GCSE Maths: Grade D/3 • GCSE English Language: Grade D/3 Functional skill Level 2 Maths and English • No International applications

WHY CHOOSE IT? Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. It faces many challenges around the growth of global tourism and minimising the destructive effect on the environment. During this course you will explores wider management issues within tourism, offering graduates a variety of routes into careers within this dynamic industry.

COURSE CONTENT We understand precisely what employers are looking for - and that’s what this course sets out to teach. There is a mix of fixed and optional modules, covering subjects such as finance, customer service, marketing, and global tourism management. The course covers a wide range of businesses and establishments, including all of the following: deluxe hotels and restaurants, budget travel, sustainability and cruise management. Applicants are guaranteed a work placement. Zara Jabbar MODULES • The Contemporary Travel and Tourism Industry • Managing the Customer Experience Studied: HNC & HND Hospitality Management • Professional Identity and Practice • The Hospitality Business Toolkit Progression: Hospitality and Tourism Management • Leadership and Management for Service Industries TOP-UP degree at University College Birmingham • Manage Conference and Events • Global Tourism Management Studying hospitality management at degree level is • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management providing Zara with more confidence to pursue front PROGRESSION of house and customer-facing career opportunities. You can progress to the HND Diploma in International Travel and Studying hospitality management at degree level is Tourism Management (TOP-UP) (Pearson) at Walsall College or to providing Zara with more confidence to pursue front of the second year of an honours degree, depending on the match of the HNC units to the degree course in question. Employment house and customer-facing career opportunities. or self employment. “Self-belief used to be an issue for me,” she said. This changed when I got involved in events at college, FEE For the academic year 2021/22 the tuition fee for this course is: and completed a higher education course module £5500 (full time) on organisation management. £2900 (part time) “It’s a module where you can’t escape from being in a leadership position. START DATE September 2021 “My tutors encouraged me to push myself METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 100% coursework (subject to qualification updates and out of my comfort zone. They told me to assessment regulation) believe in myself.”

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma International Travel and Tourism “I’ve been inspired to try out a few travel and hospitality Management (Pearson) industry job roles and work in different places before I find my niche. Eventually, I’d love to own my own UCAS CODE travel agency.” TT01

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OpenTRAINING up your career options with further education teaching Example Careers qualifications and you’ll never look back. Develop your teaching skills and advance your career in this rewarding, exciting field. Gaining • Assessor a qualification in FE teaching is a smart career move - you could • Community Education teach full-time, part-time or combine it with your current career for Coordinator variety, flexibility and another string to your bow. Teaching in FE is a fantastic and rewarding experience where every week is different, • Further Education Lecturer and your students could be aged from 14-19 or 14-90. • Skills for Life teacher • Teacher University Level Courses • Training Manager Postgraduate Certificate in Education / Diploma in Education and Training and many more...

54 Postgraduate Certificate in Education / Diploma in Education and Training ­­ 2 years part time FEE For the academic year 2021/22 tuition fees for this course is: Wisemore Campus Levels 5 and 7 Diploma in Education and Training £ 2250.00 per year (£4500 in total) Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Training £4265 per year Awarding Body: Birmingham City University (£9250 in total)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS START DATE All candidates will be required to attend a pre-course interview September 2021 and provide proof of qualifications. Set entry requirements include: • Level 2 English and Level 2 maths qualifications METHOD OF ASSESSMENT (For the Diploma route, you can work towards achieving a Coursework maths qualification at level 2 whilst undertaking your training). • Essays • Level 3 (or above) qualification in the subject you currently teach • Presentations or wish to teach • Video Blog • Completion of initial assessments in Maths, English and ICT • Research project • Teaching practice of 150 hours of practice over the two years • Lesson observations that consists of teaching students who are studying accredited qualifications (Paid or voluntary) QUALIFICATION OBTAINED • Commitment and support from a subject specific mentor. Diploma in Education and Training (Birmingham City University) Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Training (Birmingham WHY CHOOSE IT? City University) Are you a lecturer or teacher, currently working in post-compulsory education? Or are you thinking about a change of career into FE teaching? This qualification provides training for those people who aspire to, or hold, a teaching role with an extensive range of teaching or training responsibilities, including those in more than one context. There is a requirement for a minimum of 150 hours of practice so you will need to be teaching or be able to secure a teaching placement.

The Diploma in Education and Training/Postgraduate Certificate in Education is for anyone teaching or interested in teaching in a Further Education and Skills setting and in all subject areas including engineering, science, construction, sport science, maths, English, social sciences, languages, SEND, retail, hospitality and catering, leisure and tourism, business, IT, learning technologies, childcare, healthcare and art and design. These work-based qualifications are This programme is designed specifically to develop you as a teacher aimed at learners who are employed in this rewarding field and it offers benchmark accreditation as we in suitable roles within the Early Years are one of a few partner colleges that work with the Birmingham City University. By undertaking this course, you will be joining a Sector, schools or colleges: Community of Practice underpinned by a strong culture of teaching, learning and critical enquiry. NCFE Cache Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges COURSE CONTENT Course content includes understanding roles, responsibilities and This Level 4 qualification aims to provide professional relationships in the FE & Skills sector, creating and planning for a safe development opportunities for practitioners working and inclusive teaching and learning environment, assessing learning, in the school and college workforce. It will build on the developing literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, classroom management, wealth of experience, proven knowledge and skills of the theories and principles of assessment, learning theories, equality and learner in a teaching and learning environment. diversity in the curriculum, curriculum planning and design, history and scope of the Lifelong Learning Sector and policy initiatives within NCFE Cache Level 4 Certificate for the Early the Lifelong Learning sector. Years Advanced Practitioner

MODULES This qualification aims to provide professional Diploma in Education and Training development opportunities for practitioners working in • The Professional Development of Teaching Practice (Level 5) the early years workforce at Level 3 and will embrace the • Effective Classroom Practice (Level 5) wealth of experience of the Level 3 early years workforce, • Investigating Practice (Level 5) and challenge students in both their daily practice and • Inclusive Teaching and Learning Practice (Level 5) theoretical understanding.

Postgraduate Certificate in Education • The Professional Journey of Teaching Practice (Level 7) • Effective Teaching, Learning and Assessment in the Classroom (Level 7) • Practice Based Enquiry (Level 7) • Analysis of Inclusive Learning Practice (Level 7)

PROGRESSION BA (Hons) Education or Masters in Education depending on your starting point and/or QTLS

Latest information can be found at www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 55 HIGHER/DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

DID YOU KNOW...

Higher Apprenticeships are a great alternative to university. You will also receive training (on- and off-the-job), a salary and the opportunity to really start moving your career forward. All without paying hefty tuition fees or running up student debts! Call our apprenticeships team on 01922 651129 for more information or check out our courses on www.walsallcollege.ac.uk

56 Higher Apprenticeships and Professional Qualifications are work based learning programmes. They give staff in Higher/Degree Apprenticeships on offer* a range of industries the opportunity to learn practical, • Chartered Manager Degree Level 6 work-related tasks to help them develop the skills and • Operations/Departmental Manager Level 5 knowledge to progress in their role and gain a university level qualification. • Professional Accounting/Taxation Technician Level 4 • Business and Professional Administration Level 4 These qualifications have been designed in line with recognised skills shortages and in collaboration with businesses, to enable • Software Developer Level 4 the UK workforce to meet future challenges. Professional Qualifications on offer* Learning can take place in the workplace as well as college and • Level 4 Certificate in Dental Radiography our industry experienced assessors will guide learners through the qualification, enabling them to gain the technical knowledge • Level 4 Certificate in Oral Health Education and professional skills required to develop in their roles. *Courses subject to change, correct at time of print

Need to know more? Give our apprenticeships team a call on: 01922 651129 or email: [email protected]

CHARLIE HEATON

Charlie studied a Level 4 Business and Administration Diploma. She is now an Assistant Service Manager at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Keen to pursue a career she was passionate about, Charlie applied for a Level 2 Business and Administration apprenticeship for the Dudley Group of Hospitals, with training provided by Walsall College. “I worked full-time in the HR department within the medical workforce, which is the doctor’s HR. After completing that apprenticeship, I moved onto a RTT Tracking Clerk role within the surgical management team - part of my Level 3 course with the college.” Charlie then progressed onto a Level 4 Business and Administration Diploma and became a Deputy Manager, before gaining a position as a Directorate Support Manager for Surgery, Urology and Vascular at Dudley Group of Hospitals. “I was in the Directorate Support Manager role for a while, before I decided that I needed a new challenge. So I began a new post this year as an Assistant Service Manager at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, which is making great use of the skills I have gained through my previous apprenticeships.” Charlie is now undertaking a Level 5 Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship alongside her role. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without the College. My assessor pushed me to do my best throughout my journey and I highly recommend these courses to anyone who wants to move into management via the apprenticeship route.”

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58 OUR CAMPUSES

Wisemore Campus Green Lane Campus The Hub This campus includes fully-fitted This campus is the centre for Whether you need a great areas for the study of business, construction and engineering. restaurant to meet up with friends, creative arts, health, public services Modelled on industry standards, the a gym and fitness classes, a meeting and computing. There is also a centre has simulated workshop areas space, business start-up advice or performance area, a hair and for trades, including painting and business training, The Hub is open beauty training salon and a nursery. decorating, brickwork and carpentry. to students and the general public.

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