#GoHigher Higher Skills & Contents Higher Education Welcome...... 4-6 Pioneer Higher Skills Centre ...... 7-9 Courses at Other college centres ...... 10-11 Higher qualifications explained...... 12 Kirklees College What is Higher Skills and Higher Education?.....13 Higher Apprenticeships...... 14-15 What is Access to Higher Education?...... 16-17 Access to Higher Education...... 18-29 Animal Management...... 30-33 Business and Professional...... 34-51 Childhood Studies...... 52-57 Computing...... 58-63 Construction...... 64-67 Counselling...... 68-71 Creative Industries...... 72-85 Engineering...... 86-93 Health and Social Care...... 94-97 Hair and Beauty...... 98-101 Hospitality and Catering...... 102-105 Policing...... 106-109 Professional Qualifications...... 110-111 Specialist courses Teacher Education...... 112-123 Travel and Tourism ...... 124-127 at Level 4 and above Funding your studies...... 128-130 Advanced Learner Loan...... 131 (university level) Antony Gormley sculpture...... 132 • FLEXIBLE HNC/HND PROGRAMMES Graduation...... 133 Additional information...... 134-135 • HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS Award-winning teaching...... 136
• PROFESSIONAL COURSES Disclaimer: every effort is made to ensure the information in this KC Guarantee...... 137 prospectus is as accurate as possible at the time of production. However, course particulars may alter due to circumstances beyond our control. If there are insufficient numbers enrolled on How to apply...... 138-139 a course, this means we may be unable to offer the programme. Kirklees College reserves the right to make changes at any time.
2 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 3 Welcome to Welcome
Higher Skills & The Higher Skills and Higher Education programme at Kirklees College is dedicated to Higher Education providing local people with the opportunity to gain qualifications, work skills and enhanced at Kirklees College career prospects.
Our vocational programme encompasses HNC/HND courses, Access to Higher Education courses and higher apprenticeships taught by industry experienced tutors to provide you with hands-on experience in your chosen career path.
The Higher Skills provision offers degree level courses on your doorstep designed with your family and other commitments in mind. With lower course fees and small class sizes offering specialist academic support, our programmes provide an affordable and flexible alternative to university study. • Flexible learning around your lifestyle • Study full-time or part-time The opening of the £14m Pioneer Higher Skills Centre in Dewsbury • Specialist centres with the latest facilities in November 2020 places us at • Expert tutors with industry experience the forefront of delivering Higher Skills and Higher Education in the • Degree level courses on your doorstep local area and allows us to offer our • Lower tuition fees than universities learners progression routes and employment opportunities both locally and nationally. • TEF silver award for teaching & learning • Smaller class sizes & great student support
4 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 5 PIONEER HIGHER SKILLS CENTRE Dedicated to Higher Skills and Higher Pioneer Higher Education, this new learning facility continues to drive the improvement of Skills Centre education and increase the skills of local people.
Dewsbury Located in a Victorian Grade II listed building, this specialist centre will help you gain qualifications, work skills and You can learn in a newly renovated building enhance your career prospects. in Dewsbury following the opening of Pioneer Higher Skills Centre in 2020. The historic building has been transformed into a state-of-the-art facility as part of a £14million restoration project. The centre boasts modern facilities whilst maintaining many original heritage features of this unique building to provide an ideal study environment.
FACILITIES The Pioneer Higher Skills Centre covers 4,500 square metres over three floors. It boasts over twenty five large hi-tech classrooms, six IT suites and an extensive Learning Resource Centre as well as meeting rooms, a conference space and a print room. Students can take advantage of a CISCO suite, IT hardware build room, art workshops, a fashion and textiles studio, a Mac suite, science laboratory and a hair and beauty salon.
Facilities also include a café, Starbucks coffee shop and social spaces throughout the building that act as study hubs to continue working and socialising.
6 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 7 ACCESSIBLE LOCATION Pioneering Conveniently located opposite Dewsbury train station, the centre is just an 8 minute Higher journey from Huddersfield and only 10 minutes from Leeds by train.
Education in Bradford is only 8 miles to the north and Wakefield is only 6 miles to the east. The M1 and M62 motorways are also close by West Yorkshire for easy access.
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre, Halifax Road, Dewsbury, WF13 1BD
PIONEERING LEARNER “The new Pioneer Higher Skills Centre is very welcoming. You want to be here to achieve. The tutors and other students are really supportive and I really enjoy being in the building”
Rahaan Kesler HNC in Business
8 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 9 Other Centres
Taylor Hill Animal Centre Close Hill Lane, Taylor Hill, Huddersfield, HD4 6LE This specialist, eco-friendly centre houses a wide range of animals with an aviary, aquarium, small mammal house, reptile unit and grooming studio. Committed to sustainability, the centre boasts a turf roof, wind turbine and solar wall. The centre also includes a small farm with extensive outdoor facilities and wildlife environments.
Engineering Centre Turnbridge Road, Huddersfield, HD1 6AG This £7.5m employer-led Huddersfield Centre centre boasts state-of-the-art Manchester Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LD equipment and workshops for CNC, manufacturing, This £70m modern centre offers outstanding facilities, including maintenance, mechanical, music, media and performing arts facilities, industry standard fabrication and welding, as training kitchens and Landings 72 restaurant, high-spec salons, well as student recreation advanced science labs, mock air cabin and multiple Learning and breakout areas. There is Resource Centres. There is also a well-equipped gym, cash also a dedicated automotive machine and Starbucks coffee shop. workshop complete with spray booth designed to replicate a real-life motor vehicle workshop.
10 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 11 Higher What are Qualifications Higher Skills Explained and Higher Education?
Higher Skills is studied at level 4 and above. The routes we offer our learners are flexible, whether this is through our HNC, HND, professional courses or higher apprenticeship routes.
Masters Postgrad Achieving a higher-level qualification MA, MSc, MBA Diploma will provide you with a specialist route Postgrad to employment. Employment is not only about securing your first job, it is about Level 7 Certificate the capacity to build a career or for some Degree with Honours to start their own businesses. Studying at BA Hons Degree Apprenticeships level 4 and above will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in your chosen career.
Level 6 Bachelors Degree Higher Apprenticeships Degree The benefits of Higher Skills are:
BA, BSc Diploma of • Develop intellectual, practical and Higher digital skills Higher National Education • Gain hands-on experience
Level 5 Foundation Diploma Degree • Capable of critical thinking • Solve problems and reach creative solutions Certificate of FdA, FdSc Higher Higher National • Ability to analyse and research Education Certificate • Effective communication
Level 4 • Develop confidence and resilience
Access to Higher Education courses Level 3
12 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 13 Higher Apprentice case studies “I chose an apprenticeship so I could Apprenticeships experience how a business operates rather than just learning how it operates out of a textbook. The hands-on training Kirklees College is one of the leading apprenticeship has allowed me to put the skills that I have providers in the UK. We train approximately 1,000 learnt into practice which has made it apprentices over 30 occupational areas. Our easier to develop my confidence and apprentices are employed at over 1,000 companies expertise in the field.” throughout West Yorkshire. Elliot Ramsay, Accounting Apprentice A higher apprenticeship will provide you with an opportunity to gain a qualification at level 4 and above “I think that apprenticeships are a great whilst being employed and earning a wage throughout way to learn as they provide an immersive the course. As an apprentice, you will also gain a head environment where you are able to put start in your chosen profession by learning the skills that what you learn into practice. There are employers want. now a wide range of apprenticeships available that offer accredited As training costs are co-funded by the government and qualifications in a variety of sectors which the employer, an apprenticeship can also be a more can help you to achieve your career cost-effective progression route without any debt. goals.”
Working in partnership with local and national Maria Perrins, Mechanical Engineering employers, our specialist teaching team will train you to Apprentice excel in the industry and equip you with specific skills and knowledge to perform your job role to the highest Employer Case Study level. “We have reaped the benefits of hiring Some of the higher apprenticeships for 2022/23 include: apprentices as they have learnt the • Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship Level 4 specialist skills needed to produce • Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 high-quality and accurate work. The • Learning and Skills Teaching Apprenticeship Level 5 programme has allowed us to • Operations or Departmental Manager Level 5 sustain our business and plan • Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician for future growth, both of Apprenticeship Level 4 which have only been • Software Developer Apprenticeship Level 4 possible through the apprenticeship For current vacancies, scheme.” visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships. Robert Farrell, Training School Team Leader at Reliance Precision Limited
14 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 15 What is Access to Access to HE Higher Education? diplomas are widely recognised by universities An Access to Higher Education course is designed for adults who wish to change career, study at degree level or improve their job prospects.
If you don’t have any previous qualifications, have been out of education for a while or if you’re an adult looking to change career We are committed direction, then an Access course is perfect for to social mobility you. in the community They can be seen as an educational stepping stone. A nationally recognised qualification can also help you progress to university or other higher education or higher skills programmes.
We offer a range of Access courses in many different subject areas. We are delivering our Access to HE courses of Access to HE across Huddersfield students at Kirklees College progressed and Dewsbury, to university or employment. including at the Pioneer Higher Skills Centre
of Access to HE We are increasing and students at Kirklees College got their first developing our Higher choice university Skills and Higher place. Education courses to suit students’ needs of Access to HE students would recommend Kirklees College
16 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 17 Access to STUDENT PROFILE Tracey Higher Access to HE, Health Science Education Professions
“One of the main reasons I chose is a very good standard and the to study at Kirklees College is that I refectory is also great and the staff had already completed GCSE maths who work there are always helpful. and English at the college and had enjoyed my time there. The college All the tutors have been supportive has a diverse culture of staff and and always try to encourage you students and is a place that if you to reach your full potential. In my are willing to put in the effort, you experience, I have found that help is can succeed. only ever a phone call away.
I have made new friends at college Studying an Access course has who are always there to provide really helped me to focus on getting support and the location of the where I want to go. After I finish centre means that I only have a college, I hope to attend university short commute to college. The library to study adult nursing.”
ACCESS TO ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 18 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 19 Level: 1 Level: 2 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre and Huddersfield Centre Progression to Duration: 1 year Progression to Full-time Duration: 1 year Access to Further Access to HE Level 2 Full-time Education and Employment Level 1
Typical entry requirements You will study a range of modules designed Typical entry requirements health and health psychology, as well as A minimum of 3 GCSEs with the following to develop your interpersonal skills and A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following mental health and ethical issues in social grades: English and maths at grade E/2 or behaviours in preparation for further study grades: English or maths at grade 4/C or policy. above and 1 other GCSEs at grade E/2 or or employment, including communication, above and 3 other GCSEs at 4/C or above. above. Applicants must be 19+. confidence building, employability, Applicants must be 19+. The course comprises of personal and teamwork, managing conflict, equality academic units of study to develop your Course content and diversity and study skills. Course content professional skills, including practical This course builds skills and behaviours to This course provides the first step towards presentation, academic writing, IT and enable you to get back into employment It is suitable for those over the age of 19 a new career through learning the research skills, alongside developing a or education. who wish to work towards an Access to academic skills and vocational subject personal portfolio and understanding Higher Education diploma or to build skills knowledge needed for further study. prejudice, discrimination and diversity You may have had time out due to having to return to employment. within society. children, illness or would now like a change This course is ideal if you want to change in career. This course also allows you to Progression career or need a path to university after Progression progress to level 2 and 3 access courses if Level 2 Diploma – Progression to Access time away from education and prepares Level 3 Access to HE Diplomas (science/ your desired destination is university. to HE. Level 3 Access to HE courses you for a level 3 access course. You will health science professions/social sciences/ (dependent on achievement of GCSE study relevant units across humanities, humanities/art and design/business/ This course will support you to achieve your English and/or maths). Other college health sciences and social sciences at computing/childhood studies). GCSE English and maths qualifications. courses, apprenticeships and employment. level 2 to prepare you for your chosen Sessions will be taught by a range of level 3 access course. We will also support subject specialists who can guide and For students not planning to progress to HE, you to complete GCSE English or maths if support you throughout the course. this course equips students with range of required. employability skills and behaviours suitable for any workplace. The course also covers vocational subjects to improve your overall understanding in a variety of areas, including nutrition, performance and healthy eating, physiology and exercise, sociology of
Career pathways Career pathways Nursing, midwifery, operating Nursing, midwifery, operating departmental practice, radiography, departmental practice, radiography, clinical sciences (health science clinical sciences (health science professions pathway), social practice, professions pathway), social practice,
criminology, teaching, law, business, criminology, teaching, law, business, ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION probation, history, english (social probation, history, english (social sciences/humanities pathways). sciences/humanities pathways).
20 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 21 Level: 3 Level: 3 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Access to HE Duration: 1 year Access to HE Duration: 1 year Art and Design Full-time Business Level 3 Full-time Level 3
Typical entry requirements As well as developing your practical skills, Typical entry requirements An Access to Higher Education course is A minimum of GCSE English and maths you will also develop your understanding A minimum of GCSE English and maths designed for adults who wish to change grade C/4 or above. Applicants must be of artwork across the broad spectrum of grade C/4 or above. Applicants must be their career, study at degree level or 19+. art and design. These skills will support you 19+. improve their job prospects. in progressing to the next stage of your Course content studies. Course content If you have been out of education for a This fast-paced course will prepare you to This course aims to provide you with a while or don’t have the right qualifications study art and design at higher education To help you develop your art practice, strong foundation to start your career in for the university course you would like or at higher skills level. this course includes trips to a range of art business. It is a stepping stone to degree to complete, then an access course is galleries and exhibitions to allow students level study and ideal if you want to go to perfect for you. Industrial experience may This course will introduce you to a broad to further develop their understanding of university or study a higher apprenticeship also be considered. range of art and design practices to help different artists, styles and techniques. All in business or finance. develop the required skills needed for students will display work in the end of year This course also covers finance, as well as degree study and gain the experience show. This course is for people returning to digital skills, the marketing environment to increase your confidence. You will education or who have left school with and understanding online business also learn digital and technical skills and Progression few qualifications but have a good level of activities. This includes how to create improve your portfolio of work. HNC art practice, fashion and textiles, 3D understanding in English and maths. business webpages and how to promote design, graphic design and photography. the products and services of a business Our experienced lecturers and industry Art and design related higher education You will learn how to provide administrative through various platforms. practitioners will give fantastic support and courses. services and what your personal guidance throughout the course. responsibilities are when working in a Progression business and marketing environment. You HNC in Business degree level study. You will develop your academic writing will also understand how best to support and organisation skills to support your business events. application to HE. You can access information on higher education providers and assistance is provided to help students apply through the UCAS process.
Career pathways Career pathways Publishing, marketing, graphic Entrepreneur, sales executive, design, fashion merchandising, researcher, account manager, photography or teaching. marketer, HR adviser, office manager ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION and accountant.
22 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 23 Level: 3 Level: 3 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Access to HE Duration: 1 year Access to HE Duration: 1 year Childhood Studies Full-time Computing Level 3 Full-time Level 3
Typical entry requirements The course will build your core knowledge Typical entry requirements You will study a varied range of subjects A minimum of English and maths grade to support you in progressing on to the A minimum of GCSE English and maths alongside developing your academic and C/4 or above. Applicants must be 19+. next stage of your studies. You will have an grade C/4 or above. Applicants must be study skills to prepare you for studying at HE introduction to childhood studies, including 19+. level on our HNC Computing programme. Course content social policy and practice and health and This course will develop your higher study wellbeing. Course content An Access to Higher Education course is skills to enable you to progress to a range This course is designed to provide you with designed for adults who wish to change of degree level programmes with a focus This qualification includes a requirement of a strong foundation in the knowledge and their career, study at degree level or on education, learning and development. 250 hours of placement or experience in skills required to study computing at higher improve their job prospects. If you have an early years or school setting. A minimum education level. been out of education for a while or This programme is for individuals aged 19+ of two different settings is required with an don’t have the right qualifications for who don’t have the right qualifications or age range of your choice, including birth The course is widely recognised by the university course you would like to grades for university but want to pursue a to one year, two to four years, five to seven universities across the country and is complete, then an access course is career in early years or teaching. It offers years or seven to 11 years. designed for people who have been out perfect for you. an ideal route to progress to degree/ of education for some time or those who higher level study at Kirklees College or Progression left school with too few qualifications to be other universities regardless of previous HNC in Early Childhood Education and able to go straight to university to study. Progression grades or qualifications. Care. Degree course in a related subject. HNC in Computing or a degree course in a The course covers the essential knowledge related subject. Taught by an experienced teaching team and skills needed to work in the computing through workshops, seminars, lecturers sector. It offers an introduction to ICT and guest speakers, you will learn how to essentials including programming, conduct a research project and the role of networking, database developments and play in child development. You will study a website development. range of ages, including a unit focused on adolescence.
Career pathways Career pathways Early years worker, nursery manager, Networks specialist, IT manager, play worker, special educational analyst, telecoms professional,
needs professional, teaching systems engineer, web developer, ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION assistant and childminder. techncal support officer or software developer.
24 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 25 Level: 3 Level: 3 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Huddersfield Centre Access to HE Access to HE Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Full-time Health Science Full-time Humanities Level 3 Professions Level 3
Typical entry requirements The course will build your core knowledge Typical entry requirements The course will build your core knowledge A minimum of GCSE English and maths to support you in progressing to the A minimum of GCSE English grade C/4 or to support you in progressing to the next grade C/4 or above and ideally science next stage of your studies. You will learn above and ideally maths grade C/4 or stage of your studies. grade C/4 or above. All applicants must about body structure and function and above. All applicants must be aged 19+. be aged 19+. co-ordination and control. You will also You will have a broad introduction to have a broad introduction to nutrition Course content history and English literature and language Course content and digestion, as well as pathogens and This is the perfect course if you would like to broaden your understanding of This is the perfect course for you if you disease. to study history, teaching (primary and humanities subjects. would like to study midwifery, nursing, secondary) or English/creative writing paramedic science, radiography or other An Access to Higher Education course is plus many other disciplines related to An Access to Higher Education course is disciplines related to health science at designed for adults who wish to change humanities at university. designed for adults who wish to change university. their career, study at degree level or their career, study at degree level or improve their job prospects. If you have This course will enable you to work towards improve their job prospects. If you have This course is designed to support you on been out of education for a while or a career in humanities and develop the been out of education for a while or your path to a higher education course don’t have the right qualifications for skills and self-confidence you will need to don’t have the right qualifications for in the health science professions. You will the university course you would like to progress. the university course you would like to develop your skills and self-confidence to complete, then an access course is complete, then an access course is progress to university with unrivalled levels perfect for you. You will also further develop your wider perfect for you. of support from experienced and skilled understanding through studying sociology, tutors. as well as study skills designed to support Progression Progression you in realising your potential on the This course is designed to support students You will also further develop your This course is designed to support students programme. progressing onto degree level study. wider understanding through studying progressing onto degree level study. psychology and sociology, as well as study skills designed to support you in realising your potential on the programme.
Career pathways Career pathways Secondary teacher, primary Paramedic, nurse, midwife, teacher, historian, journalist, writer, physiotherapist, radiologist and researcher and other humanities
other health related professions. ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION based professions.
26 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 27 Level: 3 Level: 3 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Access to HE Duration: 1 year Access to HE Duration: 1 year Social Sciences Level 3 Full-time Science Level 3 Full-time
Typical entry requirements The course will build your core knowledge Typical entry requirements The course will build your core science A minimum of GCSE English grade C/4 to support you in progressing to the next A minimum of GCSE English and maths knowledge to support you in progressing or above and ideally maths and science stage of your studies. You will have a broad grade C/4 or above and ideally science to the next stage of your studies. Units will grade C/4 or above. All applicants must introduction to psychology and sociology grade C/4 or above. All applicants must cover core science subjects including be aged 19+. to prepare you for work within the social be aged 19+. chemistry, biology and physics. sciences. Course content Course content An Access to Higher Education course is This course will prepare you to study social An Access to Higher Education course is This is the perfect course if you would designed for adults who wish to change sciences at a higher level. It is designed designed for adults who wish to change like to study science related courses their career, study at degree level or to support you on your path to further their career, study at degree level or at university including core science, improve their job prospects. If you have study in areas such as social work and improve their job prospects. If you have radiography, optometry and audiology. been out of education for a while or psychology. You will develop your skills and been out of education for a while or don’t have the right qualifications for self-confidence with high levels of support don’t have the right qualifications for This course is designed to support you on the university course you would like to from experienced and skilled tutors. the university course you would like to your path to a higher education course complete, then an access course is ideal complete, then an access course is in science related disciplines. You will for you. You will also further develop your wider perfect for you. develop your skills and self-confidence to understanding through studying history, progress to university with unrivalled levels Progression as well as study skills designed to support Progression of support from experienced and skilled This course is designed to support students you in reaching your potential on the This course is designed to support students tutors. progressing onto degree level study. programme. progressing onto degree level study. You will also further develop your wider understanding of study skills designed to support you in realising your potential on the programme and to support you studies at university.
Career pathways Career pathways Social worker, youth worker, Scientist, radiographer, optometrist, sociologist and criminologist audiologist, chemist, biologist,
community worker, support worker researcher, environmental scientist, ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION other social science related forensic scientist and other science professions. related professions..
28 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 29 STUDENT PROFILE Animal Aimee Animal Management Care HNC
“I progressed from a Level 3 The tutors are amazing and I got course in Agriculture so was on really well with them. They happy continuing my studies helped me get through any at the college. There is a good problems I had and we worked mixture of both practical and well together to get my work to theory work on the course which the highest standard. is perfect if you like working with animals and love the outdoors. I’d recommend Kirklees College for its supportive tutors and very The facilities at Taylor Hill Animal varied course. Care Centre are great with lots of different animals to work within I’ve now progressed onto a BSc dedicated indoor and outdoor in Agriculture.” environments. ANIMAL CARE
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 30 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 31 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Taylor Hill Centre, Huddersfield Centre: Taylor Hill Centre, Huddersfield Animal Management Duration: 1 year, Full-time Animal Management Duration: 1 year, Full-time (up to 2 days per week) (up to 2 days per week) HNC Level 4 2 years, Part-time HND Level 5 2 years, Part-time (1 day per week) (1 day per week)
Typical entry requirements Core Units: Typical entry requirements Core units: BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS • Animal behaviour BTEC Level 4 in a related subject, HNC (90 • Sustainable practices points and GCSE English and maths grade 4 • Animal health and welfare credits, subject to approval) in a relevant • Evolution and adaptations (C) or above. • Business and the business environment subject or an alternative HNC from another • Biological principles • Managing a successful project college, on approval of unit choice. • Work experience Course content • (Pearson set unit) • Anthrozoology This course provides the key knowledge • Ecological principles Course content • Wildlife conservation and practical skills required in the animal • Exotics This specialist programme of study • Research project management sector. • Management of animal collections provides the key knowledge and practical • Anatomy and physiology opportunities to work within the animal This course is ideal for individuals who have management sector and also offers You will study at our eco-friendly Taylor Hill a passion for animals and are keen to Our students enjoy the opportunity to specialist emphasis through the choice of Animal Care Centre in Huddersfield and also further develop their knowledge of animal travel and recent trips include visits to specialist units. off-site during various field trips. You will have health, welfare and biology. Aruba, Greece, and a 12-day field trip to the opportunity to attend a 12-day South South Africa. This trip takes place in Kruger This course offers excellent practical African field trip with the HNC students. It provides a comprehensive understanding National Park, game reserves and wildlife opportunities with a variety of species of animal management and will equip you rehabilitations centres. Students can also in our eco-friendly centre and at other Progression with the necessary knowledge to assess undertake a work experience day with SMJ sites. You will learn the skills you need You can go onto a top up degree of the welfare needs of animals, enable you Falconry. This practical experience allows to enter competitive areas such as zoo your choice at a college or university or to acquire practical animal management the students to clean, feed and handle keeping or specialise further on a related go directly into employment within the skills and master essential study skills and various species of birds of prey. top-up degree. When studying the HND animal industry. husbandry techniques. students have the opportunity of attending Progression various field trips. These are run alongside From the HNC you can progress onto the the curriculum to offer a more realistic HND or find employment within the animal experience. sector.
Career pathways Career pathways ANIMAL CARE Animal keeper, wildlife technician, Animal keeper, wildlife technician, animal health officer, animal rescue animal health officer, animal rescue worker, animal care lecturer or worker, animal care lecturer or animal handler. animal handler.
32 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 33 Business & STUDENT PROFILE Will Professional Business HND Studies
“I started at Kirklees College on I enjoy classes as the class sizes a Level 3 course in Business and are smaller and the other students have progressed all the way up are more mature. It feels like to HND level. This course will be a university atmosphere. The great for my career prospects as it virtual learning environment and covers everything from negotiating electronic library are very useful to marketing – it will translate to facilities for the course. lots of roles and companies. I would recommend studying The course is exciting and higher education at Kirklees different every day. The tutors College because the environment are friendly, supportive and very is very supportive. The tutors knowledgeable in their fields. The really care about the students work is challenging, we research and are available for one-to-one areas ourselves, but get lots of discussions so you get a lot of support. good guidance.” BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 34 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 35 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Business HNC Level 4 Duration: 1 year, Full-time Business HND Level 5 Duration: 1 year, Full-time (up to 2 days per week) (up to 2 days per week) 2 years, Part-time 2 years, Part-time (1 day per week) (1 day per week)
Typical entry requirements Core units: Typical entry requirements On this course you will be taught by BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS • Business and the business environment HNC Business (90 credits minimum), GCSE industry-experienced tutors who are highly points and GCSE English and maths Grade • Marketing essentials English and maths Grade 4 (C) or above. recommended by existing students for 4 (C) or above. Access qualifications or • Human resource management their nurtured, focused and collaborative industrial experience will be considered. • Management and operations Course content approach. As class sizes are traditionally • Management accounting This advanced course offers enhanced smaller than university settings, students Course content • Managing a successful business knowledge of business via a mandatory benefit from formative and supportive This course offers a broad introduction to project core of learning, while allowing you feedback throughout projects. business via a mandatory core of learning, • Innovation and commercialisation to acquire further specialist skills and while allowing you to acquire specialist • Entrepreneurship and small business experience through research, self- Core units: skills and experience through research, management study, live industrial briefs, professional • Organisational behaviour self-study, live industrial briefs, professional presentations, report writing, business • Business strategy presentations, report writing, business Progression planning and marketing. • Consumer behaviour and insight planning and marketing. Following the Business HNC you can • Developing individuals, teams and progress on to the HND course or into You will gain an extensive range of sector organisations You will gain a wide range of sector industry. knowledge with links to local businesses. • Pitching and negotiation skills knowledge with links to local businesses. Typically, this course provides enhanced • Social media and practice Typically, this course provides grounding opportunity for entry into a wide range • Research project for entry into a wide range of business of business management employment management employment opportunities opportunities such as operations Progression such as operations management, management, marketing, human You can progress to study for a top up marketing, human resources and finance. resources and finance. degree at another HE institution or into industry. You will be taught by industry-experienced tutors who are highly recommended by existing students for their nurtured, focused and collaborative approach. As class sizes are traditionally smaller than university settings, students benefit from formative and supportive feedback throughout projects.
Career pathways Career pathways Entrepreneur, sales executive, Entrepreneur, sales exectuve, researcher, account manager, researcher, account manager, marketer, digital officer, HR adviser marketer, HR adviser, office and office manager. manager and accountant. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
36 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 37 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Operations or Duration: 30 months Professional Duration: 18 months Departmental Manager Accounting or Apprenticeship Level 5 Taxation Technician Apprenticeship Level 4
Typical entry requirements The Operational/ Departmental Manager Typical entry requirements You will look at management accounting, Individual employers will set the selection apprenticeship is an exciting work-based A level 3 Accounting qualification and financial statements of limited companies criteria for their apprentices though most route towards developing Operational/ GCSE English and maths grade C/4 or and accounting systems and controls. will be expected to hold 5 GCSEs at grade Departmental Manager and includes above. Candidates with appropriate You will also develop your understanding C/4 or higher. work-based learning, which means that experience in the financial industry will be of business and personal taxation, ethical the apprentice is in paid employment for considered on individual merit. standards alongside regulation and Course content the duration of their apprenticeship and compliance. This apprenticeship is designed for receives on the job training and support. Course content supervisors or managers currently This apprenticeship is designed for Progession employed with an organisation and CMI membership can be offered individuals in the role of Professional Completion of the Professional looking to move to a more senior alongside apprenticeships, giving Accounting/Taxation Technician. It is for Accounting/Tax Technician Apprenticeship management role. It delivers a broad unlimited access to the CMI community, people already employed in accountancy may lead to the candidate receiving range of practical management support, mentoring and online learning who will have responsibility for creating credits toward Chartered Accountancy/ knowledge and skills to give you the tools resources. and/or verifying and reviewing accurate Taxation qualifications provided by the you need to develop further on your and timely financial information within the relevant professional bodies and may management journey. Progession organisation in which they are employed also result in credits being awarded You can progress on to a degree or on behalf of another organisation. towards relevant undergraduate degree It delivers a professional pathway for apprenticeship at Level 7. programmes. the future development with Chartered On this apprenticeship, you will look at Manager or Foundation Chartered management accounting, financial Manager status. statements of limited companies and accounting systems and controls. You will also develop your understanding of business and personal taxation, ethical standards alongside regulation and compliance.
Career pathways Career pathways Operations manager, department/ Accountant, tax accountant. office manager. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
38 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 39 Level: 4 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Association of Duration: 1 year Planning Campaigns Duration: 3 months Accounting Part-time CIM Level 4 Part-time Technicians (AAT) Diploma Level 4
Typical entry requirements On the course, you will study a range of Typical entry requirements The course comprises three units: To be eligible for this course you will units including management accounting A level 3 marketing qualification or 3 • Unit 1: Campaign Process looks at the need to have achieved the Association for both budgeting and decisions and years’ experience working in a marketing process of planning a campaign and of Accounting Technicians Level 3. control. environment, or currently working in a how to undertake an internal and Applicants who can demonstrate marketing team for over 12 months. external situational analysis relevant experience will be considered on You will learn further principles of financial • Unit 2: Planning Campaigns in Action. individual merit. statements for limited companies and Course content Develop a successful campaign plan accounting systems and control. Other This marketing course is a single element and understand how to implement a Course content areas of study include topics such as module of the CIM professional certificate plan in practice This qualification is the final year of the business and personal tax, external focusing on planning campaigns. • Unit 3: Campaign Success. 3-year AAT course and is designed for auditing, cash and treasury management Understand the principles of those looking for a senior finance role. and credit management. This CIM module gives you the knowledge monitoring a marketing campaign By completing this qualification, you will and skills to plan and implement successful and how to undertake a post learn how to draft financial statements Progression campaigns that deliver real results for an campaign evaluation for limited companies, how to perform You can progress onto other professional organisation. complex management accounting tasks qualifications including ACCA, CIMA and Progression and develop your own management skills. CIPFA. You will learn the campaign planning You can progress onto another CIM single process including how to analyse an element module or complete other CIM or Upon completion of your AAT Level 4 organisation’s current position. You will also marketing qualifications. course, you will be awarded with the AAT learn how to set campaign objectives, Level 4 Diploma in Accounting Certificate implement a campaign then measure from the Association of Accounting and evaluate its success to aid continuous Technicians (AAT). This makes you a improvement in the fast-changing world of professional member of AAT and you may marketing. use MAAT after your name to confirm you are officially a Chartered Accountant.
Career pathways Career pathways Senior accountancy roles. Marketer, digital marketer, social media marketer. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
40 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 41 Level: 4 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Digital Marketing Duration: 3 months Professional Marketing Duration: 1 year Techniques CIM Part-time Certificate CIM Level 4 Part-time Level 4
Typical entry requirements You will also use a range of tools to Typical entry requirements You will be able to apply and adapt a A level 3 marketing qualification or 3 plan how to enhance an organisation’s One or more of the following is required to marketing mix to satisfy customer need. years’ experience working in a marketing effectiveness in the digital age. gain entry onto this qualification: The second unit is Planning Campaigns environment, or currently working in a • CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in and is assessed by assignment. This covers marketing team for over 12 months. The module comprises three units: Marketing the many different ways of communicating • Unit 1: Digital Techniques. Digital • Any relevant Level 3 qualification with customers, both inside and outside Course content marketing tools and techniques NQF Level 3 and above the organisation. This marketing course is a single element and different applications of digital • Professional practice (suggested module of the CIM professional certificate marketing one year in a marketing role) and The final unit is Digital Marketing focusing on digital marketing techniques. • Unit 2: Digital Enhancement. How to diagnostic assessment onto Level 4 Techniques and is assessed by assignment. integrate digital and offline marketing This unit focuses on the importance of the This CIM module focuses on the and approaches to enhancing Course content ever-evolving, dynamic digital landscape. importance of the ever-evolving, dynamic stakeholder engagement This CIM qualification will build on your You will develop skills to improve digital digital landscape. • Unit 3: Digital Management. Develop tactical skills over three units to enable you marketing performance and explore the a digital marketing plan andapply to advance your marketing career and challenges and opportunities within the You will develop skills to improve digital and adapt digital marketing analysis perform professionally at an operational digital environment. You will also use a marketing performance and explore the level within your marketing department. range of tools to plan how to enhance an challenges and opportunities within the Progression organisation’s effectiveness in the digital age. digital environment. You can progress onto another CIM single The first unit is Applied Marketing, and is element module or complete other CIM or assessed by examination. This covers the marketing qualification. role and function of marketing in some Progression depth, as well as what influences the CIM Professional Marketing behaviour of your customers. Diploma Level 6.
Career pathways Career pathways Marketer, digital marketer, social Marketer, digital marketer, social media marketer. media marketer. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
42 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 43 Level: 6 Level: 5 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Professional Marketing Duration: 9 months Principles of Duration: 1 year CIM Diploma Level 6 Part-time Leadership and Part-time Management Level 5 Diploma
Typical entry requirements The first unit is marketing and digital Typical entry requirements This course is designed for practicing One or more of the following is required to strategy. This will enable you to take both a You are required to have GCSE English and middle managers and those wishing to gain entry onto this qualification: traditional and digital strategic approach maths at Grade C/4 or above and ideally develop key management skills to secure • CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional to marketing planning, integrating a Level 3 qualification in Management a higher management position. Marketing digital strategy, models, frameworks and Leadership. • Any relevant Level 4 qualification and techniques throughout to achieve Assessment is normally via practical • Foundation Degree in Business with competitive advantage. Course content work-based assignments. This ensures you Marketing This course is aimed at current managers minimise time away from work and that • Professional practice (suggested two The second is Innovation in Marketing. You who are wishing to expand their leadership you undertake work study which is relevant years marketing in an operational role) will learn how to take a visionary approach and management skills for career to your own organisation’s context. and diagnostic assessment onto Level 6 and embed innovation to help your progression. organisation deal with the challenges of a Progression Course content fast-moving marketplace. The diploma gives you a fully On successful completion of a Level 5 This advanced CIM qualification will comprehensive bank of the skills and Diploma in Principles of Management The final unit is Managing Brands. You will develop your strategic marketing skills to knowledge required to be a manager and Leadership, a number of progression learn how to take a strategic approach to progress your marketing career and perform as part of an organisation, as well as the opportunities become available: branding at a product/service level so that professionally at a management level. ability to apply your learning in the context it is consistent with the corporate brand • Enhance your professional status by This course is suitable for team leaders, of another organisation or industry sector. and impacts reputation positively. You upgrading your CMI membership managers, heads of departments and will gain the skills to establish and position • Progress to other qualifications at the directors. There are three units that make up Key areas: Development of ability to brand strategy, and also manage the same level this qualification. You can study any of them inspire, motivate and lead strategically. brand so it continues to deliver the brand • Progress to other qualifications at the as stand-alone units and on achievement Problem solving techniques, structure promise. next level you will be awarded a Level 6 Award in and management of projects and • Apply to become a Chartered Professional Marketing. Progression development of teams to aid strategic Manager objective and achieve results. The course CIM Marketing Leadership Programme is designed to help managers and Level 7. leaders develop their knowledge and skills in areas, for example – planning and managing projects, managing stakeholder relationships and managing performance.
Career pathways Career pathways Marketer, digital marketer, social Higher management roles, media marketer, marketing chartered manager. manager. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
44 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 45 Level: 5 Level: 5 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Principles of Duration: 1 year Principles of Duration: 3 months Leadership and Part-time Leadership and Part-time Management Level 5 Management Level 5 Certificate Award
Typical entry requirements Assessment is normally via practical Typical entry requirements Assessment is normally via practical Applicants are required to have GCSE work-based assignments. This ensures you Applicants are required to have GCSE work-based assignments. This ensures you English and maths at Grade C/4 or above minimise time away from work and that English and maths at Grade C/4 or above minimise time away from work and that you and ideally a Level 3 qualification in you undertake work study which is relevant and ideally a Level 3 qualification in undertake work study which is relevant to Management and Leadership. to your own organisation’s context. Management and Leadership. your own organisation’s context.
Course content You will need to have access to a PC Course content You will need to have access to a PC This certificate is part of the Principles of with internet connection to access online This course is aimed at current managers with internet connection to access online Leadership and Management L5 Diploma. resources and complete assignments. who are wishing to expand their leadership resources and complete assignments. The full diploma gives you a fully and management skills for career comprehensive bank of the skills and Progression progression. Progression knowledge required to be a manager On successful completion of a Level 5 On successful completion of a Level 5 as part of an organisation, as well as the Diploma in Principles of Management This award is a unit of the Principles Diploma in Principles of Management ability to apply your learning in the context and Leadership, a number of progression of Leadership and Management and Leadership, a number of progression of another organisation or industry sector. opportunities become available: Diploma. The diploma gives you a fully opportunities become available: • Enhance your professional status by comprehensive bank of the skills and • Enhance your professional status by Key areas: leading and managing teams upgrading your CMI membership knowledge required to be a manager upgrading your CMI membership (remote or multi-disciplinary). Evaluating • Progress to other qualifications at the as part of an organisation, as well as the • Progress to other qualifications at the current and future team capabilities, same level ability to apply your learning in the context same level including role of recruitment, selection • Progress to other qualifications at the of another organisation or industry sector. • Progress to other qualifications at the and staff development, approaches to next level next level motivating, supporting and inspiring teams. • Apply to become a Chartered Key areas: Exploration of leadership • Apply to become a Chartered Manager styles, study of theoretical models of Manager This professional qualification will greatly management and approaches designed enhance your CV. This course structure to promote a culture of mutual trust, allows you to complete bite-sized respect and support. management qualifications. You should already be working towards or The awards structure allows you to in a management role. complete bite-sized management qualifications. You should already be working towards or in a management role.
Career pathways Career pathways Higher management roles, Higher management roles, chartered manager. chartered manager. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
46 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 47 Level: 5 Level: 5 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Coaching and Duration: 12 to 15 months Coaching and Duration: 12 months Mentoring Diploma Part-time Mentoring Certificate Part-time Level 5 Level 5
Typical entry requirements appropriate goals. During further study Typical entry requirements On this course you will study the purpose Applicants are required to have GCSE you will examine the benefits of fostering Applicants are required to have GCSE of coaching and mentoring and how English and maths at Grade C/4 or above good working relationships, and explore English and maths at Grade C/4 or above they differ from each other. You will and ideally a Level 3 qualification in the various obstacles that could stop the and ideally a Level 3 qualification in learn how to better coach employees Management and Leadership. development and growth of an employee. Management and Leadership. to meet desired results and understand how to use the SMART technique to set Course content This course is taught online with support Course content appropriate goals. During further study This diploma is ideal if you are a manager from a tutor. You will need to have access This certificate is ideal if you are a you will examine the benefits of fostering with significant responsibility for coaching to a PC with internet connection to manager with significant responsibility for good working relationships, and explore and mentoring as part of your everyday access online resources and complete coaching and mentoring as part of your the various obstacles that could stop the role. assignments. everyday role. This certificate is made development and growth of an employee. up of units from the Level 5 Diploma in You will discover the attractive Progression Coaching and Mentoring. This course is taught online with support characteristics of a coach and mentor Your qualification can support you in a from a tutor. You will need to have access and learn how to provide effective variety of roles including management. You will discover the attractive to a PC with internet connection to feedback while maintaining the trust. characteristics of a coach and mentor access online resources and complete Importantly you will study how to complete and learn how to provide effective assignments. the coaching and mentoring cycle and feedback while maintaining the trust. complete the necessary evaluation of the Importantly you will study how to complete Progression activity. the coaching and mentoring cycle and Your qualification can support you in a complete the necessary evaluation of the variety of roles including management. On this course you will study the purpose activity. of coaching and mentoring and how they differ from each other. You will learn how to better coach employees to meet desired results and understand how to use the SMART technique to set
Career pathways Career pathways Coaching and mentoring Coaching and mentoring management roles. management roles. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
48 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 49 Level: 5 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Coaching and Duration: up to 3 months Mentoring Award Part-time Level 5
Typical entry requirements On this course you will study the purpose Applicants are required to have GCSE of coaching and mentoring and how English and maths at Grade C/4 or above they differ from each other. You will and ideally a Level 3 qualification in learn how to better coach employees Management and Leadership. to meet desired results and understand how to use the SMART technique to set Course content appropriate goals. During further study This award is ideal if you are a manager you will examine the benefits of fostering with significant responsibility for coaching good working relationships, and explore and mentoring as part of your everyday the various obstacles that could stop the role. This award is made up of units from development and growth of an employee. the Level 5 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring. This course is taught online with support from a tutor. You will need to have access You will discover the attractive to a PC with internet connection to characteristics of a coach and mentor access online resources and complete and learn how to provide effective assignments. feedback while maintaining the trust. Importantly you will study how to complete Progression the coaching and mentoring cycle and Your qualification can support you in a complete the necessary evaluation of the variety of roles including management. activity.
Career pathways Coaching and mentoring management roles. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
50 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 51 STUDENT PROFILE Childhood Laura Early Childhood Studies Studies
“Kirklees College is a small, friendly When I completed my course at environment to learn in and the Kirklees College, I progressed to tutors are very supportive. The the Early Years Teacher Status at college is also local and convenient Huddersfield University. I am now to the local area. a deputy manager in a pre-school and I am looking forward to taking Whilst in college, I developed the next step in my career, which confidence that I had never had is to become a tutor for other in myself before. I received support students. The college inspired me to with completing my assignments continue my journey in education to a higher level which enabled and now I would like to be a part of me to improve my grades and developing the Early Years workforce develop my knowledge further. The further.” tutors allowed me to become an independent learner and made me more confident in my own abilities.
The college has brilliant facilities. The online library and other resources are also very useful. CHILDHOOD STUDIES
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 52 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 53 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Early Childhood Duration: 1 year, Full-time Early Childhood Duration: 1 year, Full-time (up to 2 days per week) (up to 2 days per week) Education and Care 2 years, Part-time Education and Care 2 years, Part-time HNC Level 4 (1 day per week) HND Level 5 (1 day per week)
Typical entry requirements Core units: Typical entry requirements You will be taught by an experienced A BTEC Level 3 qualification in a related • Professional development through A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related and well qualified teaching team whose subject at MMP and GCSE English and reflective practice qualification. English and maths at grade 4 expertise and knowledge are closely maths at Grade 4 (C) or qualifications that • Protecting children in education and (C) or above. matched to the content of units on the equal 64 UCAS points will be considered care environments course. The team includes academics with relevant work experience. • Play and learning in early childhood Course content and industry professionals. • Supporting and promoting children’s This course provides a thorough grounding Mature students with relevant industry development (babies and toddlers) in early education and care principles, Core units: experience will be considered on their • Supporting and promoting children’s relating to individual occupations • Investigating childhood action individual merit. development (young children) within the early years, education and research for early childhood • Promote healthy living care sector. You will learn the essential practitioners Course content • Preparing for research professional practice skills required to • Improving quality in early childhood This course provides a thorough grounding • Promoting inclusive early education develop as an early childhood practitioner education and care environments in early education and care principles, and care environments which can be applied a range of roles and • Current and emerging pedagogies in knowledge and behaviours at level 4 that responsibilities in the sector. early childhood education and care lead the student to a range of specialist Progression • Outdoor play and learning progression pathways at level 5, relating HND Level 5 Diploma , enter employment, On this course a range of teaching and • Comparative education systems: to individual occupations within the early continuing existing employment, complete learning methods are used including one- International perspectives education and care sector. a higher apprenticeship programme, link to-one tutorials, workshop-based practice, • Innovative approaches to children’s with the appropriate professional body, seminars and lectures, lectures, workshops, play and learning in practice You will learn the essential professional progress to university. virtual learning and guest speakers. You practice skills required to develop as an will spend a significant amount of time Progression early childhood practitioner which can be undertaking independent study and Further study, enter employment, continue applied a range of roles and responsibilities throughout the course, considerable in existing employment, complete a higher in the sector. emphasis is placed on self-evaluation and apprenticeship programme, link with the self-reflection. A work placement in at least appropriate professional body, progress to You will spend significant time undertaking two different settings is required. university. independent study and throughout the course, considerable emphasis is placed on self-evaluation and self-reflection. A work placement in at least two different settings is required.
On this course a range of teaching and Career pathways Career pathways learning methods are used including one- Early years worker, nursery manager, Early years worker, nursery manager, to-one tutorials, workshop-based practice, CHILDHOOD STUDIES seminars and lectures, workshops, virtual play worker, special educational play worker, special educational learning and guest speakers. needs professional, teaching needs professional, teaching assistant and childminder. assistant and childminder.
54 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 55 Level: 5 Centre: Online course Leadership in Children Duration: 1 year and Young People’s Part-time Settings Level 5
Typical entry requirements You are also required to complete a work Applicants are required to have GCSE place observation assessment in your English and maths at Grade C/4 or above workplace. and ideally a Level 3 qualification in Management and Leadership. You are required to be working in a deputy or management role in a children or young Course content people’s setting. Study at home at a time This qualification will allow you to work as a to suit you using Onefile online portfolio deputy or in a management role in settings platform. with young people. You will complete a range of mandatory units and a selection Progression of optional units according to your role Some universities accept the qualification and responsibilities are required to be for degree studies. achieved in this qualification.
The qualification also includes a research unit relevant to your area of practice in adult social care.
This course is taught online with support from a tutor. You will need to have access to a PC with internet connection to access online resources and complete assignments.
Career pathways Senior management in an CHILDHOOD STUDIES educational setting.
56 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 57 Computing STUDENT PROFILE Sadaf HNC Computing
“The location of Pioneer Higher I have also been able to borrow Skills Centre is great as it is local to IT equipment when needed and where I live. This has enabled me to had free access to other resources balance my studies with my family to support my learning, such as commitments, as I am able to spend Dreamweaver for our web design time with my daughter. lessons.
The facilities for higher education The course has helped me to students are fantastic. The best part become more confident. I have is the Starbucks coffee shop and the learnt new skills and developed coffee vending machines to help us my knowledge as I had limited relax on our break time. The Pioneer understanding about the IT field Higher Skills Centre also has new when I started. Since starting at interactive screens which make it college, I have also managed to easier to see the learning material. secure a promotion at my work.
The tutors are supportive and give me When I finish college, I hope to either continuous feedback to improve my study Computing at HND level part-
work. time, get a higher apprenticeship or COMPUTING a related job.”
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 58 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 59 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Computing HNC Duration: 1 year, Full-time Computing HND Duration: 1 year, Full-time (up to 2 days per week) (up to 2 days per week) Level 4 2 years, Part-time Level 5 2 years, Part-time (1 day per week) (1 day per week)
Typical entry requirements Optional units: Typical entry requirements This course is designed to develop your BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS • Computer Systems Architecture HNC Computing or other level 4 knowledge and skills in computing points and GCSE English and maths grade • Website Design and Development qualification with relevant subject and information technology disciplines 4 (C) or above. knowledge. which are crucial to organisations in It provides a broad introduction to the this progressive sector. The course also Course content field of computing via a mandatory core Course content provides you with key transferable skills The course enables you to further your of learning, as well as the opportunity to This advanced course offers a broad which employers are looking for. studies and start to develop a career in acquire skills and experience within software outline to computing whilst allowing for the computing or information technology. development, technical support, project acquisition of skills and experience across This course takes place at the recently management and soft skills. a range of occupational sectors. This builds opened £14m Pioneer Higher Skills We live in a digital age and computing underpinning core skills, preparing you for Centre, which houses the latest high-spec plays a vital role in technological This course takes place at the recently subject specialisation at a higher level or equipment and software available. Our advancements that have become part of opened £14m Pioneer Higher Skills entry into industry. facilities include computer suites, CISCO business processes and everyday life. This Centre, which houses the latest high-spec room, IT build room and hi-tech classrooms. means there are exciting opportunities for equipment and software available. Our The qualification, whilst building on qualified computing professionals. facilities include computer suites, CISCO knowledge gained on the HNC, offers a Progression room, IT build room and hi-tech classrooms. wide range of sector knowledge tied to Progression can be onto level 6 study to This course will provide you with the practical skills, gained in research, self and achieve a full degree, or into an industry fundamental knowledge and problem- Progression directed study. within the fields of Technical Support, solving skills required in this fast-moving Progression on to HND study or into industry Software Development, Developing and sector. within the fields of Technical Support, This course is delivered by experienced Maintaining Networks and Security. Software Development, Developing and lecturing staff, many of whom have This course is delivered by experienced Maintaining Networks and Security. industry experience in specialist areas such lecturing staff many of whom have industry as software engineering, programming, experience in IT areas such as software project management, security and engineering, programming, project technical support. management, security and technical support. Our dedicated team of specialist Core units: tutors will also provide high level support • Business intelligence together and expert teaching supported • Research Project (double unit) by guest lecturers from the industry. Optional units: Core units: • Database Management Systems Programming Network Security • Career pathways • Career pathways COMPUTING Networking Forensics • Technical support, networks • Technical support, networks Professional Practice Network Management • specialist, IT manager, systems • specialist, IT manager, systems Database Design and Development Cloud Computing • engineer, software developer. • engineer, software developer. Security • Managing a Successful Computing Project • Computer Systems Architecture
60 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 61 Level: 4 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Cyber Security Duration: 24 months Software Developer Duration: 24 months Technologist Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Level 4 Level 4
Typical entry requirements Using logic and creativity, you will keep Typical entry requirements You will maintain up-to-date programming Companies will set their own individual one step ahead of hackers and cyber Companies will set their own individual principles that are key to developing skills entry requirements. However, as this criminals. You will research and investigate entry requirements. However, as this is a through this apprenticeship. is a level 4 apprenticeship, students common attack techniques and level 4 apprenticeship, students will be will be expected to have appropriate recommend how to prevent them, as well expected to have appropriate level 3 Whilst using software development level 3 qualifications, either a BTEC as undertake a security risk assessment of qualification. methodologies, apprentices must also Extended Diploma, A Levels or a level a simple system. As you progress through understand the wider rudimentary skills 3 apprenticeship. Ideally the suitable your apprenticeship, you will learn how to Course content of project management, understand candidate will hold GCSE English and configure technology components and This apprenticeship involves working on how team working is applied to design maths grade 4/C or above. devices for layered security. high-quality code across front-end, logic and development of software, maintain and database layers. You will also work standards for all documentation to support Course content Throughout your apprenticeship, you will on projects with larger teams to develop any developed software. This apprenticeship in cyber security develop an understanding of why cyber systems to meet customer specifications involves working on the front line of security matters in both a business setting and requirements. This apprenticeship Throughout your apprenticeship, you responding to information security cyber and society. You will learn how cyber will enable you to develop your design you will gain skills and knowledge from threats. security concepts are applied to an ICT and development skills whilst learning the specific vendor qualifications to enhance infrastructure, including the fundamental methodologies used by your employer. your skills and development working in a As an apprentice, you need to be building blocks and typical architectures project team, as well as working on your employed for a minimum of 30 hours per required and be able to identify some You will follow your employers own initiative. Key elements of the training week. The primary role of a Cyber Security common vulnerabilities in networks and organisational standards and implement will also focus on testing and ensuring Technologist is to apply an understanding systems. their logic through programming quality algorithms are robust. of cyber threats, hazards, risks, controls, code with sound syntax for at least one measures and mitigations to protect an Progression programming language. Progression organisation’s systems and people. On Level 5 apprenticeship in the fields of Level 5 apprenticeship in the fields of this apprenticeship, you will develop an networks and cybersecurity, university You will work on user interfaces as well networks and cybersecurity, university understanding of cyber security theory degrees in related IT field or employment. as background testing whilst applying degrees in related IT field or employment. and standards, as well as looking at the recognised design and development legislation around cyber security. methodologies.
You will identify and follow organisational policies and standards for information and cyber security. You will investigate different views of the future (using more Career pathways Career pathways than one external source) and trends in a Cyber operations manager, security Software developer, systems COMPUTING relevant technology area and describe architect, security analyst, risk analyst, designer, systems developer and the implications of this for your organisation cyber security specialist, information web designer. with supporting reasoning. security analyst, governance and compliance analyst, information security assurance and threat analyst.
62 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 63 Construction CURRICULUM OVERVIEW by Nick Taylor Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? How are you assessed on the course? The programme has been developed You will be required to produce a portfolio so that you will have a distinctive focus of evidence containing written assignments, on entry into work following a curriculum examinations, presentations and project that embeds employability, has a strong work. A project will be set and overseen commitment to ethics and diversity and by in-house tutors in conjunction with an introduces you to research. external body (Contractor or Consultant). Your work is internally assessed and What are the benefits of studying the externally moderated. course? This course is for those who would like to Why choose Kirklees College? take up a career within the construction Kirklees College welcomes all students who industry in middle management roles and/ want to learn. The college has a common or want to use this as a stepping stone to set of key values that are at the heart of undertake degree level programmes. There everything we do. The values define who is currently a wide skills gap for higher skilled we are and how we behave and interact roles within the construction industry so this is with each other, making Kirklees College a the ideal course for anyone interested in this vibrant, inclusive, educational experience. career pathway.
What can you do after the course? Students will be able to progress to the HND in Construction and Project Management or a BSC in a construction-related discipline, such as civil engineering or seek employment in the industry in roles such as a construction supervisor, architect or quantity surveyor.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 64 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 65 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Construction and the Duration: 1 year Full-time Built Environment 2 years Part-time HNC Level 4
Typical entry requirements BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP and GCSE You will be required to produce a English and maths grade 4 (C) or above portfolio of evidence containing written or level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or assignments, examinations, presentations one A level in a relevant subject (e.g. and project work. maths, science). At least two years relevant experience preferably within the Progression construction sector. UCAS points required: HND in construction and project 64. management or a BSC in a construction related discipline, such as civil engineering Course content or seek employment in the industry. This course will give you the industry recognised qualification for trainees and practising building professionals in quantity surveying, building surveying, estimating, project planning, design and site management.
The purpose is to develop you as a professional, self-reflecting individual able to meet the demands of employers in the construction and the built environment sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. To achieve this you will be engaged in a dynamic, interactive and reflective learning experience.
Core units: • Individual project • Construction technology • Construction practice and management • Science and materials • Legal and statutory responsibilities in construction Career pathways • Construction information Construction supervisor, architect, CONSTRUCTION • Building information modelling project manager, quantity surveyor, • Site supervision and operations planner, civil engineer.
66 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 67 Counselling STUDENT PROFILE Amanda Diploma In Therapeutic Counselling Level 4
“I am working full-time and attend It’s great to learn in a real- college one day per week. I really life context and I find helping wanted to have a rewarding career other people a very rewarding and do something of value to myself experience. and others. When I first started I was nervous but I’ve progressed from level 2 to level 4. your confidence soon grows. You are It’s a very interesting and engaging very much treated like an adult. course with varied teaching content. The tutors are very supportive and I’d recommend this course as it’s make things easy to understand by exciting and rewarding. My end explaining things really well. goal is to become a person-centred counsellor.” To qualify you need to complete work experience. I’m volunteering at two organisations so I can meet the required number of hours. COUNSELLING
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 68 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 69 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Therapeutic Duration: 2 years Part-time Counselling Diploma Level 4
Typical entry requirements A counselling placement is required to You must hold a level 3 Counselling Skills undertake 1-1 client work of 100 hours. This qualification or equivalent, achieved placement requires regular counselling within the last five years. You will also need supervision, a minimum of 1.5 hours per to complete and submit a pre-interview month to meet the course requirements. task along with your application form, two In addition to the course, there is a relevant references (one academic and requirement for each student to undergo one linked to counselling practice). personal therapy of a minimum of 6 hours.
Course content A mandatory requirement to attend a This course is for people wishing to train two-night residential for each year of the to become professional counsellors. The course. course is accredited to the awarding body ABC and gives learners an opportunity Progression to build on their knowledge, skills and On successful completion of the course understanding of person-centred theory learners will be able to work towards gained at level 3 and integrate into individual accreditation with BACP. counselling practice. Level 5 and degree level qualification.
It is a practitioner course combining academic and practice-based knowledge in order to prepare learners to work as qualified counsellors.
The course works in line with BACP professional requirements and standards.
Core units: • Professional and organisational issues for counsellors • Counselling in a diverse society • Counselling theory • Advanced counselling skills • Self-awareness for counsellors Career pathways Counselling specialisms COUNSELLING • Counsellor, bereavement specialist, Counselling placement • therapist, group counsellor, family Research specialisms • counsellor, addiction specialist, youth counsellor, hospice/hospital counsellor.
70 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 71 CURRICULUM Creative OVERVIEW by Steve Plumstead Industries Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? What can you do after the courses? We offer practice-based courses in It’s a great opportunity to study at your photography, graphic design, 3D design, pace and complete a HE qualification fashion and art and design, which will after one year. We have smaller group open a world of possibility into these sizes which allows for more contact with industry sectors, whilst giving you the tutors and technical staff. opportunity to turn your creative passion into an industry recognised qualification How are you assessed on the courses? and transfer your creativity into a career. All students can progress from level 4 to level 5 on the successful completion of What are the benefits of studying the their course. Alternatively they can leave courses? to pursue a career in industry after they You will be able to learn in our brand- complete their studies. new studio spaces and take advantage of state-of-the-art software, materials Why choose Kirklees College? and equipment to help you develop We have an outstanding reputation your craft. Our industry experienced for delivering high quality, industry-led teaching team will also be able to offer qualifications, fantastic facilities and a fantastic insights into working in the great range of courses. creative sector. CREATIVE INDUSTRIES CREATIVE
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 72 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 73 Level: 3/4 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Art, Design and Duration: 1 year 3D Design HNC Duration: 1 year, Full-time Media Practice Level 4 2 years, Part-time Foundation Diploma Level 3/4
Typical entry requirements The qualification is delivered through two Typical entry requirements You will have your own dedicated studio You should have a minimum of one A Level main phases: an initial exploratory phase, BTEC Extended Diploma or Foundation space to freely express ideas and concepts or equivalent, plus three GCSE passes at and a final confirmatory phase. These Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS points and and undertake on the spot critical reviews grade 4 (C), including English and maths, will be delivered via a range of lectures, GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or of ideas, works and assessment. The course plus a portfolio of your art work. seminars and practical workshop sessions above, plus a portfolio of your art work. also comprises of practical workshops and in disciplines such as drawing and painting, demonstrations, lectures, guest lecturers, Course content photography, 3D, fashion and textiles, digital Course content competitions, national and international This foundation diploma is an exciting arts and video. There are no exams and final This course provides you with a specialist visits and gallery visits. course that prepares you for degree level projects will be presented at the end of year knowledge and practical experience of study in the creative arts. exhibition. the contemporary craft sector. Core units: • Professional development This is a year-long course that will help you Core units: The programme gives you practical • Contextual studies improve your skills and knowledge across • Investigation experience of the traditional and • Individual project a wide range of art and design subjects, • Experimentation contemporary techniques required to be • Techniques and processes preparing you for your chosen degree or • Evaluation and review a practitioner in today’s art and design • Ceramic practices helping you decide which course to study. • Realisation market. • Material practices • Communication • Study Skills You will build a strong portfolio of work • Self-directed practice Providing you with a higher level of before you start your degree, so you can contextual awareness of ceramic and Progression hit the ground running and realise your full Progression contemporary applied arts, you will learn Following the 3D Design HNC you can potential. Undergraduate courses in Art and Design, a wide range of practical in-demand progress onto the HND course or into On this course you will study at range of HNC Art Practice, HNC Fashion, HNC skills in ceramic and craft discipline such industry. disciplines with teaching modules covering Photography, HNC Graphic Design, HNC 3D as construction techniques / throwing / six areas of learning. Design. glazing / screen printing. As the course develops, you will develop a portfolio of work which will culminate in an end of year exhibition giving you the opportunity to showcase your work in a professional setting to members of the public and industry professionals.
There is a strong emphasis on the Career pathways development of both individual creative Career pathways practice and an understanding of Graphic designer, artist, professional and commercially-focused Product designer, artist, design CREATIVE INDUSTRIES CREATIVE photographer, illustrator, digital skills as you develop you understanding of manager designer, interior designer, camera contemporary craft industry. operator.
74 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 75 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre 3D Design HND Duration: Art and Design Duration: 1 year, Full-time 1 year, Full-time Level 5 2 years, Part-time (Art Practice) HNC 2 years, Part-time Level 4
Typical entry requirements You will have your own dedicated Typical entry requirements You will have your own dedicated A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related studio space to freely express ideas BTEC Extended Diploma or Foundation studio space to freely express ideas qualification and GCSE English and maths and concepts and undertake on the Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS points and and concepts and undertake on the at grade 4/C or above. spot critical reviews of ideas, works and GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or spot critical reviews of ideas, works and assessment. The course also comprises of above, plus a portfolio of your art work. assessment. The course also comprises of Course content practical workshops and demonstrations, practical workshops and demonstrations, This course provides you with a specialist lectures, guest lecturers, competitions, Course content lectures, guest lecturers, competitions, knowledge and practical experience of national and international visits and gallery This course provides you with a specialist national and international visits and gallery the contemporary craft sector. visits. vocational grounding in fine art and visits. design practice. There is a strong emphasis The programme gives you practical Core units: on the development of both individual Core units: experience of the traditional and • Professional development creative practice and an understanding • Professional development contemporary techniques required to be • Contextual studies of professional and employment-focused • Contextual studies a practitioner in today’s art and design • Individual project skills. • Individual project market. • Techniques and processes • Techniques and processes • Ceramic practices The programme gives you a higher level • Media practices Providing you with a higher level of • Material practices of contextual awareness of art and design • Material practices contextual awareness of ceramic and • Study Skills practices. You will learn a wide range of • Study Skills contemporary applied arts, you will learn practical in-demand vocational skills in art a wide range of practical in-demand Progression and design such as studio photography You will be assessed by a mixture of your skills in ceramic and craft discipline such Degree level study in a related subject or skills including advanced lighting art portfolio, work created to a brief, as construction techniques / throwing / employment. techniques, digital workflow management, written assignments, presentations and glazing / screen printing. colour control, all using state-of-the-art some online exams. software and hardware. As the course develops, you will develop Progression a portfolio of work which will culminate in It will culminate in an end of year exhibition Art and Design (Art Practice) HND Level 5 an end of year exhibition giving you the giving you the opportunity to showcase opportunity to showcase your work in a your work in a professional setting to professional setting to members of the members of the public and industry public and industry professionals. professionals.
There is a strong emphasis on the development of both individual creative practice and an understanding of Career pathways Career pathways professional and commercially-focused skills as you develop you understanding of Product designer, artist, design Graphic designer, artist, contemporary craft industry. manager photographer, illustrator, textile INDUSTRIES CREATIVE designer, interior designer, fine artist, print maker and ceramic designer
76 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 77 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Art and Design Duration: Fashion HNC Duration: 1 year, Full-time 1 year, Full-time (Art Practice) HND 2 years, Part-time Level 4 2 years, Part-time Level 5
Typical entry requirements You will have your own dedicated Typical entry requirements It will culminate in an end of year exhibition A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related studio space to freely express ideas BTEC Extended Diploma or Foundation giving you the opportunity to showcase your qualification and GCSE English and maths and concepts and undertake on the Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS points and work in a professional setting to members of at grade 4/C or above. spot critical reviews of ideas, works and GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or the public and industry professionals. You will assessment. above, plus a portfolio of your art work. also have opportunities to take part in live Course content projects and competitions, go on regular This course provides you with a specialist The course also comprises of practical Course content visits and trips to museums, galleries and vocational grounding in fine art and workshops and demonstrations, lectures, This course enables you to explore and exhibitions as well as fashion events and design practice. There is a strong emphasis guest lecturers, competitions, national and experiment with different aspects of trade exhibitions. on the development of both individual international visits and gallery visits. fashion and textiles taking part in a creative practice and an understanding series of creative briefs, developing your Core units: of professional and employment-focused Core units: ideas through research, drawing and • Professional development skills. • Professional development fabric manipulation. You will learn textiles • Contextual studies • Contextual studies processes, manufacturing techniques, • Individual project The programme gives you a higher level • Individual project pattern drafting, the technical aspects of • Techniques and processes of contextual awareness of art and design • Techniques and processes fashion promotion and illustration, as well • Media practices practices. You will learn a wide range of • Media practices as using digital software. • Material practices practical in-demand vocational skills in art • Material practices • Study Skills and design such as studio photography • Study Skills The practical nature of the programme skills including advanced lighting encourages individuality and creativity. Progression techniques, digital workflow management, Progression It allows you to explore and experiment Fashion HND Level 5 colour control, all using state-of-the-art Degree level study in a related subject. with a broad range of materials, software and hardware. techniques and processes, in a safe and well-equipped environment which It will culminate in an end of year exhibition includes industrial and domestic sewing giving you the opportunity to showcase machines, digital fabric printing and digital your work in a professional setting to embroidery machine and Mac studio members of the public and industry equipped with latest CAD software. professionals.
Career pathways Career pathways Graphic designer, artist, Fashion designer, pattern maker, photographer, illustrator, textile tailor, fashion buyer, textile designer, INDUSTRIES CREATIVE designer, interior designer, fine artist, stylist print maker and ceramic designer
78 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 79 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Fashion HND Duration: Graphic Design HNC Duration: 1 year, Full-time 1 year, Full-time Level 5 2 years, Part-time Level 4 2 years, Part-time
Typical entry requirements It will culminate in an end of year exhibition Typical entry requirements Optional units allow the acquisition of A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related giving you the opportunity to showcase BTEC Extended Diploma or Foundation a variety of cross sectional skills and qualification and GCSE English and maths your work in a professional setting to Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS points and experiences across the graphics sector at at grade 4/C or above. members of the public and industry GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or level 4. This effectively builds and underpins professionals. above, plus a portfolio of your art work. core skills whilst preparing students for a Course content directed study approach at level 5. This course enables you to explore and You will also have opportunities to take Course content experiment with different aspects of part in live projects and competitions, This course offers a broad introduction to It will culminate in an end of year exhibition fashion and textiles taking part in a series go on regular visits and trips to museums, different creative experiences, linked to giving you the opportunity to showcase your of creative briefs, developing your ideas galleries and exhibitions as well as fashion graphics. work in a professional setting to members of through research, drawing and fabric events and trade exhibitions. the public and industry professionals. manipulation. The course enables you to investigate Core units: new skills, whilst exploring ways of working Progression You will learn textiles processes, • Professional development collaboratively and independently. Graphic Design HND Level 5 manufacturing techniques, pattern • Contextual studies This approach allows a thorough drafting, the technical aspects of fashion • Individual project understanding of how graphics is applied promotion and illustration, as well as using • Techniques and processes to creativity and critically, employability. digital software. The practical nature of the • Media practices programme encourages individuality and • Material practices Students will have the opportunity to creativity. • Study Skills develop via a mandatory core of learning outcomes. It allows you to explore and experiment Progression with a broad range of materials, Degree or progression into employment. A wide range of sector knowledge is techniques and processes, in a safe and gained through study, connected to well-equipped environment which includes practical skills obtained via research, industrial and domestic sewing machines, self-directed study, directed study and digital fabric printing, digital embroidery workplace scenarios. The course also machine and Mac studio equipped with comprises of practical workshops and latest CAD software. demonstrations, lectures, guest lecturers, competitions, national and international visits and gallery visits.
Career pathways Career pathways Fashion designer, pattern waker, Graphic designer, MAC artist, digital
tailor, fashion buyer, textile designer, designer, web designer, art director INDUSTRIES CREATIVE stylist. and image retoucher.
80 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 81 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Graphic Design HND Duration: Photography HNC Duration: 1 year, Full-time 1 year, Full-time Level 5 2 years, Part-time Level 4 2 years, Part-time
Typical entry requirements The course also comprises of practical Typical entry requirements The programme enables you to explore A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related workshops and demonstrations, lectures, BTEC Extended Diploma or Foundation and engage with different avenues, qualification and GCSE English and maths guest lecturers, competitions, national and Diploma at MPP or 64 UCAS points and techniques and processes and develop at grade 4/C or above. international visits and gallery visits. GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or an understanding of where your area of above, plus a portfolio of your art work. interest lies. There is a focus on a real world, Course content Optional units allow the acquisition of industry-led curriculum designed to help This course offers a broad introduction to a variety of cross sectional skills and Course content individual students reach their potential. different creative experiences, linked to experiences across the graphics sector. This specialist course offers those with graphics. an interest in photographic media the Progression It will culminate in an end of year exhibition opportunity to develop new and existing Photography HND Level 5 It course enables you to investigate new giving you the opportunity to showcase knowledge, skills and experience. skills, whilst exploring ways of working your work in a professional setting to collaboratively and independently. members of the public and industry This course provides an introduction to a This approach allows a thorough professionals. wide range of photographic genres and understanding of how graphics is applied professional career opportunities. to creativity and critically, employability. Progression Students will have the opportunity to Degree level study in a related subject. Core units: develop via a mandatory core of learning • Different genres of photography outcomes. • Studio and location photography • Camera craft A wide range of sector knowledge is • Concept development gained through study, connected to • Image editing practical skills obtained via research, • Post production work self-directed study, directed study and workplace scenarios.
Career pathways Career pathways Graphic designer, mac artist, digital Studio photographer, freelance designer, web designer, art director photographer, photo journalist, INDUSTRIES CREATIVE and image retoucher. photography assistant and camera operator.
82 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 83 Level: 5 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Huddersfield Centre Photography HND Duration: Creative Industries 1 year, Full-time Duration: Level 5 2 years, Part-time Practitioner Level 4 9 months, Full-time
Typical entry requirements The programme enables you to explore Typical entry requirements This is a practical qualification and A HNC level 4 or equivalent subject related and engage with different avenues, MPP in a related extended diploma, or 64 issues relating to health and safety are qualification and GCSE English and maths techniques and processes and develop UCAS points from A Levels, or an Access encountered in many modules as well as at grade 4/C or above. an understanding of where your area Level 3 qualification in a related subject. being addressed through the health and of interest lies. There is a focus on a real Students will also require GCSE English and safety criteria link to assessment. Course content world, industry led curriculum designed maths at Grade 4/C or above and provide This specialist programme of study provides to help individual students reach their a portfolio of work. Cultural awareness is linked with success the opportunity to develop existing potential. in many aspects of the Creative Industries knowledge, skills and experience in Course content qualifications. The qualification gives photography. Progression This exciting new course gives creative you the opportunity to explore notions of Degree level study in a related subject or individuals from all disciplines the community and society and their impact This course provides an introduction into a into employment. opportunity to develop subject knowledge on individuals or groups and understand wide range of photographic genres and and a portfolio of industry skills. your rights and responsibilities. You will also professional career opportunities. gain an insight into legal and democratic This course is aimed at people looking to institutions and processes, roles of other Core units: progress to a higher level of education bodies, economic development and • Different genres of photography and unify elements of work within the environmental skills. This qualification • Studio and location photography modern creative industries. provides a fantastic opportunity to • Camera craft enhance your skills, develop new ones and • Concept development This qualification has been designed to form a career plan which will inspire you to • Image editing encourage the development of skills succeed within Creative Industries. • Post production work and self-reflection needed to navigate a unique and varied route through a Progression complex landscape of careers. Level 5 creative industries practitioner, HNC, HND or degree. The flexible modules and assessments can be shaped to suit your individual practice and prepare you for working in creative industries or progressing onto further training or education.
Career pathways Career pathways Studio photographer, freelance Creative performer, practitioner,
photographer, photo journalist, creative entrepreneur, sound INDUSTRIES CREATIVE photography assistant and camera technician, theatre technician, operator artist, designer, graphic designer, fashion designer, ceramicist
84 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 85 STUDENT PROFILE Engineering Kiara HNC Mechanical Engineering
“I have studied all three levels of I would recommend the HNC this qualification at Kirklees College programmes at Kirklees College as part of my apprenticeship. The as the tutors and course leaders support from my tutors is amazing are able to provide you with the and they will help you with your work knowledge and support to help you and any difficulties you may face. succeed in the industry.
The college has great Engineering Once I finish my course, I will facilities including well-equipped be a qualified Science Industry workshops with enough materials for Maintenance Technician.” the whole class to use.
I have received amazing support throughout my time at college. The tutors know the course content very well and take the time to explain everything in more detail if you need the extra support. ENGINEERING
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 86 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 87 Level: 4 Level: 4 Centre: Engineering Centre Centre: Engineering Centre
Electrical and Mechanical Duration: Duration: 1 year, Full-time 2 years, Part-time Electronic Engineering HNC 2 years, Part-time Engineering HNC Level 4 Level 4 (Part Time)
Typical entry requirements Core units: Typical entry requirements Core units: BTEC Extended Diploma in an engineering • Engineering design BTEC Extended Diploma in an engineering • Engineering design subject at MPP with maths or 64 UCAS • Engineering maths subject at MPP or 64 UCAS points including • Engineering maths points including GCSE English, maths and • Engineering science GCSE English, maths and a science at • Engineering science science grade 4 (C) or above. • Managing a professional engineering grade 4 (C) or above. • Managing a professional engineering project project (Pearson set) Course content • Programmable logic controllers Course content • Material properties and processing This part-time course is ideal for anybody • Electrical fault finding Considered to be one of the benchmark • Mechanical principles looking to study electrical and electronic • Electrical principles qualifications in the industry, this course • Fundamental thermodynamics engineering at a higher level. • Electronic circuits and devices is ideal for anybody looking to study • Engineering management mechanical engineering at a higher level. • Computer aided design (CAD) and It is suitable for careers which include You will be assessed by a mixture of manufacture (CAM) varied technical work, such as electrical practical skills based tests, workplace It is suitable for careers which include or communication design, manufacture, projects, assignments and online exams. varied technical work, such as mechanical Study at our specialist Engineering maintenance or technical services in the design, manufacture, maintenance or Centre which includes maintenance engineering industry. Progression technical services in the engineering and fabrication workshops, CNC and Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND industry. mechanical workshops, demonstration Our industry experienced tutors use a areas and classrooms. mix of both practical activities and small Our industry experienced tutors use a group lectures to develop transferable skills mix of both practical activities and small The skills offered as part of the HNC can towards employment within the electrical group lectures to develop transferable provide graduates with the opportunity and electronic industries. skills towards employment within the to work in many different areas of the mechanical engineering industry. engineering sector. An HNC in an engineering discipline is considered to be one of the benchmark Progression qualifications in the industry. Mechanical Engineering HND Level 5
Study at our specialist Engineering Centre which includes maintenance and fabrication workshops, CNC and mechanical workshops, demonstration areas and classrooms. Career pathways Career pathways ENGINEERING Mechanical engineer, civil engineer, Mechanical engineer, civil engineer, analyst, electrical engineer, analyst, electrical engineer, maintenance engineer, technical maintenance engineer, technical officer. officer.
88 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 89 Level: 5 Level: 5 Centre: Engineering Centre Centre: Engineering Centre Electrical Mechanical Duration:
Duration: 2 years, Part-time Engineering HND 2 years, Part-time Engineering HND Level 5 (Part Time) Level 5 (Part Time)
Typical entry requirements Core units Typical entry requirements Our industry experienced tutors use a HNC in Mechanical Engineering at MPP • Research project HNC in Mechanical Engineering at MPP mix of both practical activities and small with a merit grade or 64 UCAS points • Professional engineering with a merit grade or 64 UCAS points group lectures to develop transferable including maths and a science, and GCSE management including maths and a science, and GCSE skills towards employment within the English and maths grade 4 (C) or above. • Further maths English and maths grade 4 (C) or above. mechanical engineering industry. • Industrial power, electronics and Course content storage Course content Core units: Considered to be one of the benchmark • Industrial systems Considered to be one of the benchmark • Research project qualifications in the industry, this advanced • Two additional units qualifications in the industry, this advanced • Professional engineering course is ideal for anybody looking to course is ideal for anybody looking to management study electrical engineering at a higher Study at our specialist Engineering study mechanical engineering at a higher • Further maths level. It is suitable for careers which include Centre which includes maintenance level. It is suitable for careers which include • Advanced mechanical principles varied technical work, such as electrical and fabrication workshops, CNC and varied technical work, such as mechanical • Virtual engineering or communication design, manufacture, mechanical workshops, demonstration engineering design, manufacture, • Two additional units maintenance or technical services in the areas and classrooms. maintenance or technical services in the engineering industry. engineering industry. Study at our specialist Engineering Progression Centre which includes maintenance The programme is designed to support Further study or employment in areas such The programme is designed to support and fabrication workshops, CNC and career progression for anyone working in as electrical or communication design, career progression for anyone working in mechanical workshops, demonstration engineering or for individuals who would manufacture, maintenance or technical engineering or for individuals who would areas and classrooms. like to develop their knowledge and skills services in the engineering industry. like to develop their knowledge and skills and pursue a career in this field. and pursue a career in this field. Progression Further study to a full degree, or entry into Our industry experienced tutors use a employment. mix of both practical activities and small group lectures to develop transferable skills towards employment within the electrical and electronic engineering industries.
Career pathways Career pathways ENGINEERING Electrical engineer, maintenance Mechanical engineer, civil engineer, engineer or technical services analyst, electrical engineer, engineer. maintenance engineer, technical officer.
90 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 91 Level: 4 Centre: Engineering Centre Engineering Duration: Manufacturing 42 months Technician Apprenticeship Level 4
Typical entry requirements You will also manage internal and/or Individual employers will set the selection supplier quality notifications and liaise with criteria for their apprenticeships. the required stakeholders for resolution. Candidates will typically have 5 GCSE’s at grade 4/C or above, including maths, You will also deliver financial planning English, a science and technology or or costing analysis, such as estimation of engineering related subject, or 90+ credits costs for manufacture, supplying drawings in an Engineering BTEC at level 3. or specification for quotations. You will understand new technology initiatives by Course content contributing to activities, such as justifying This apprenticeship provides specialist capital investment equipment/system support for engineers. This occupation is upgrades from purchase through to found in large and small engineering and installation and commissioning. You will also manufacturing organisations, providing produce and maintain reports measuring products and services throughout a wide key performance indicators for data range of sectors, such as automotive, management activities. aerospace, chemical processing, land systems, marine, maritime defence and Progression materials manufacturers. On completion of this course, you can progress to a level 6 or 7 management As part of this apprenticeship, you will qualification. ensure the safe and efficient performance of every production task in compliance with company procedures, approved engineering data and local health and safety requirements. You will ensure Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments are adhered to and prepare product and process documentation by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends. Career pathways You will liaise with internal and external customers to implement programme Manufacturing engineer, initiatives and carry out new product manufacturing production engineer, ENGINEERING introduction and/or existing product manufacturing procurement modifications by contributing to activities engineer, quality engineer, costing such as facilitation of quality activities, engineer, test and commissioning supplier approvals and gate reviews. engineer, installation engineer, process engineer, production support engineer
92 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 93 CURRICULUM Health & OVERVIEW by Carol Heptonstall Social Care Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? What can you do after the courses? You will study a range of mandatory units After completing the courses, you can and a selection of optional units according progress to a senior management position to your areas of practice in children and in social care, such as a registered children young people’s services. The optional units and young people’s services manager or are designed to support managers in their other associated roles. work roles. The qualifications also include a research unit relevant to your area of How are you assessed on the courses? practice in adult social care. You will be assessed through assignments and workplace observations or expert What are the benefits of studying the witness testimony to evidence you are courses? competent in your job role. These courses fulfil the regulatory requirement for those looking to progress Why choose Kirklees College? to a management role. We offer excellent We offer a quality provision that is facilities and an extensive range of work recognised by awarding organisations. placements to support you to gain the The content is tailored towards employer knowledge and skills you needed for needs so that you are prepared for the effective leadership and management in workplace and have the ability to make an adult care provision. decisions in a leadership role.
Our flexible learning offer means you can study at a time and place that suits you using the Onefile online portfolio platform. There are also a range of virtual online lessons via Microsoft Teams to support your
learning. & SOCIIAL CARE HEALTH
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 94 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 95 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Online course Diploma in Adult Duration: Leadership for Duration: Care Level 4 18 months, Part-time Health And Social Care 2 years, Part-time Services (Adults) Level 5
Typical entry requirements Completing the course can lead to roles Typical entry requirements You will need electronic device access GCSE grade C/4 or above or Level 2 in such as care management, social work You must be working in a senior position to (e.g. laptop or PC) as the course cannot Maths and English preferred. assistant and physiotherapist assistant. achieve this qualification. be completed using a mobile phone.
Course content Progression Course content You will be assessed through assignments This is a Health and Social Care course Level 5 Management in Health and Social To participate in this course you need and workplace observations by your for individuals wanting to work towards a Care. employment in a deputy or management assessor. management role within the care industry. role in a social care setting. Completion of a range of mandatory units and a Progression This course is ideal for those working in the selection of optional units according to Degree studies or senior management role care sector, wanting to work towards a your role and responsibilities are required in social care. management or other care professional to be achieved in this qualification. role. The qualification also includes a research The course consists of both mandatory and unit relevant to your area of practice in optional units which are achieved through adult social care. written assignments, reflections and observations from your assessor. The optional units are designed to meet the requirements to support managers in Individuals will learn about the processes their work roles. of assessing individuals they are caring for, as well as how to manage staff members Study at home at a time to suit you using within their setting. Onefile online portfolio platform. There are also a range of virtual online lessons via Office 365 teams to support your learning.
Career pathways Career pathways Social care assessor, social work Social care manager, social work
assistant, physiotherapy assistant, assistant, physiotherapy assistant, & SOCIIAL CARE HEALTH social worker assistant. social worker assistant.
96 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 97 CURRICULUM Hair & OVERVIEW by Elona Thomas Beauty Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? What can you do after the course? All students will study the core units which After the course, you can become a salon include: managing health, safety and manager or owner. If you specialise in security, quality management of client beauty therapy, you will be able to work care, sales management, public relations in a laser clinic. You can also progress to and salon management. The course university to complete a degree related can then be tailored with optional units to beauty therapy or media make-up that are specific to professions in the or complete a teacher education industry, including laser hair removal, qualification. using prosthetics and creating hairstyle collections. The course can also be How are you assessed on the course? completed remotely. You will complete assignments for all theory work and your practical work will What are the benefits of studying the be assessed through observations. For course? example, if you specialise in hairdressing, This course is ideal for salon managers and you will present 10 creative hairstyles on owners who want to understand how to models. run a business and maximise opportunities to generate further income and growth. Why choose Kirklees College? The course also offers learners an insight Kirklees College prides itself on providing into public relations and social media by its learners with valuable employability understanding how to promote your own skills. Our teaching staff are all industry business and improve your service offering experienced with active client lists. They according to customer feedback. are able to use their knowledge of the industry to provide learners with real insights into working in a management HAIR & BEAUTY role.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 98 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 99 Level: 4 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Salon Management Duration: 1 year Level 4 Part-time
Typical entry requirements your knowledge, understanding and skills Entry on to this qualification can be via by choosing from a range of subjects to previous attainment of a hair or beauty study. These will include research in the qualification at Level 3. sector, salon design, IT and data handling for the hair and beauty sector, marketing, Course content and human resource management. This course is for individuals that wish to progress in the Hair and Beauty sector Others areas of study available include as a salon manager. This qualification airbrush make-up, permanent lashes, includes all the required elements to work intimate waxing, micro-dermabrasion, effectively as a salon manager. prosthetic make-up and advanced epilation techniques. It will allow you to develop both management and technical skills required During this course you will learn and for the role. Areas of study include develop a range of interpersonal skills management of health, safety and you will need to have to be a successful security in the salon, quality management salon manager. These include, time of client care in the hair and beauty sector, management, organisational skills, sales management and public relations in numeracy and literacy skills, and the sector and salon management. communication and retail skills.
This course also includes units on laser and Progression light treatments and hair colour correction. After this course you could progress into You will learn how to manage the salon management or teaching after creation of a hair style collection, hair relevant industry experience. and scalp specialist services, and micro- pigmentation.
You will have the opportunity to develop
Career pathways
Salon manager or teacher/trainer. HAIR & BEAUTY
100 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 101 CURRICULUM Hospitality OVERVIEW by Gary Schofield & Catering Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? What can you do after the course? This course is designed to support On completion of this qualification, you people who are wanting to progress into will be able to work in management hospitality management. On the course, roles within the hospitality and catering you will study a variety of topics, including industry, such as a hospitality manager, food safety, menu development, stores, head of department, kitchen manager, kitchen staffing and resources, managing head chef or executive chef. presentation and portion sizes and explore modern cuisine to offer your How are you assessed on the course? customers the best experience possible. You will be assessed by a mixture of assignments, practical assessments, a set What are the benefits of studying the project and online assessments. course? This course is ideal if you are looking for Why choose Kirklees College? a more in-depth understanding of back Kirklees College has consistent high of house services. You will develop your achievement rates and support management and administration skills to mechanisms in place to help you achieve be able to effectively manage a kitchen your full potential. You will learn in modern and advance in your career. facilities, including a training restaurant, industry-standard kitchens and bakery. You will be taught by industry professionals who will use their wealth of knowledge and experience to help you thrive in your HOSPITALITY career.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 102 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 103 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Hospitality Kitchen Duration: 1 year Management Level 4 Full-time
Typical entry requirements The qualification provides a thorough A level 3 qualification in a related subject. grounding in the key concepts and Ideally English and maths at grade 4/C or practical skills required in this sector and above. the national recognition by employers allows direct progression to employment. Course content This course is designed for people looking You will be assessed by a mixture of to progress into hospitality and kitchen assignments, practical assessments, a set management. project and online assesments.
This qualification is for those who work or Progression want to work as a hospitality manager, You could continue to study a higher skills head of department, kitchen manager, qualification, professional qualification or head chef, or executive chef in the progress into employment. hospitality and catering sector. On completion of this qualification you It allows you to learn, develop and practise will be able to work in management roles the skills required for employment and/or within the hospitality and catering industry. career progression in the hospitality and catering sector.
The programme also aims to enable you to develop a wider knowledge of principles and methodology, supported by the development of analytical and research skills through extensive group and individual projects.
Career pathways HOSPITALITY Restaurant manager, hospitality manager, head of department, kitchen manager, head chef, or executive chef.
104 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 105 CURRICULUM OVERVIEW Policing by Matt Robinson Curriculum Area Manager for Public and Protective Services
What content will you study? What can you do after the course? The course aims to cover all aspects of There are plenty of career opportunities policing so you can gain an insight into in the police beyond just working on the all areas of what a career in the police frontline. Once you complete the HNC entails. You will study a variety of topics, course, you can progress to the HND including a research project, criminal law, course, police degree apprenticeship and understanding the police and criminal police graduate programme following justice service, equality and diversity, roads completion of level 6 study. There are policing, technology in the police services, also career options in supporting roles, criminology and command and control. including communications, forensics, crime analyst, police intelligence, fingerprint What are the benefits of studying the officer and more. courses? We are a vocational college, so we place How are you assessed on the courses? a real emphasis on the importance of You will be assessed via coursework, practical and employability skills. You will portfolio and role play scenarios to give be taught by industry experienced tutors you experience of reacting to real-life who have at least five years’ experience scenarios. working in the police force and attend regular talks with guest speakers, including Why choose Kirklees College? from West Yorkshire Police, to gain an You will have the opportunity to learn from insight into different aspects of the role. those who have served in the police and You will also volunteer in community and have special inputs from current officers at charity projects and work as a special West Yorkshire Police so you will be guided police constable. by experienced professionals with the most up-to-date information. You will also be provided with real case studies to learn in a real-life context.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 106 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 107 Level: 4 Level: 5 Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Centre: Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Policing HNC Duration: Policing HND Duration: 1 year, Full-time 1 year, Full-time Level 4 2 years, Part-time Level 5 2 years, Part-time
Typical entry requirements This course will provide you with the Typical entry requirements You will be assessed practically, through A BTEC Level 3 qualification in a related skills and knowledge to develop into a A relevant HNC and GCSE English and role plays, through presentations, reports subject at MMP and GCSE English and successful career in the police force. maths at Grade 4 (C). and interviews too. You will also be maths at Grade 4 (C); or qualifications Successful completion of the courses will expected to complete a successful work that equal 64 UCAS points and English and enable you to progress onto a university Course content placement unit. maths GCSE grade 4 (C) or above. degree and support your progression into This advanced course will provide you with a career as a police officer. the skills and knowledge to develop into a You will spend significant time undertaking Overview successful career in the police force. independent study. Throughout the course, This course will provide you with the You will be assessed practically, through considerable emphasis is placed on self- skills and knowledge to develop into a role plays, presentations, reports and You will be taught by an experienced evaluation and self-reflection. Each full successful career in the police force. interviews. You will also be expected to and well qualified teaching team whose time stage/level of study is delivered over complete a successful work placement expertise and knowledge are closely a 30 week period. Typically, the course will You will be taught by an experienced unit. matched to the content of units on the be delivered over two days per week. and well qualified teaching team whose course. expertise and knowledge are closely You will spend significant time undertaking Progression matched to the content of units on the independent study. Throughout the course, The team includes academics and On successful completion of the Level 5 course. considerable emphasis is placed on self- professionals as well as expert guest Higher National Diploma (HND), students evaluation and self-reflection. Each full- lecturers including security guards, border can develop their careers in the police The team includes academics and time stage/level of study is delivered over force staff, police officers and prison and security industry through employment, professionals as well as expert guest a 30 week period. Typically, the course will guards. a higher apprenticeship programme or lecturers including security guards, border be delivered over two days per week. progressing to university. force staff, police officers and prison This course will provide you with the guards. Progression skills and knowledge to develop into a Policing HND Level 5. successful career in the police force. Successful completion of the courses will enable all you to progress on to a university degree and support your progression into a career as a police officer.
Career pathways Career pathways POLICING Police officer, police community Police officer, police community support officer, security professional, support officer, security professional, boarder force officer and prison boarder force officer and prison guard. guard.
108 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 109 Professional
Qualifications In some industries professional qualifications are essential, whilst for others they enable you to develop the skills you need to progress your career.
Professional qualifications are vocational training courses that relate to a chosen industry or career path. They are typically regulated and awarded by relevant professional bodies and are designed to ensure that people in a particular job meet the minimum required standard of professional expertise.
Studying a professional course and gaining a qualification is a good way to improve or update your CV and demonstrate your skills and knowledge.
Our Higher-Level Professional Courses include: Association of Accounting Technicians AAT Diploma Level 4 Business Administration Level 4 Coaching and Mentoring Diploma Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring Certificate Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring Award Level 5 Digital Marketing Techniques CIM Planning Campaigns CIM Professional Marketing Certificate CIM Level 4 Professional Marketing Diploma CIM Level 6 Principles of Leadership and Management L5 Diploma Principles of Leadership and Management L5 Certificate Principles of Leadership and Management L5 Award Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Level 3 Microsoft Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Level 5 Showcase College TQUK Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice Level 4
Kirklees College is one of only 12 Microsoft Showcase Colleges in the UK. Our Microsoft accredited courses provide IT training for newcomers and IT professionals alike and allow you to demonstrate your increased performance, develop your individual differentiation and increase your PROFESSIONAL COURSES personal confidence. These self-paced blended learning courses include a range of Microsoft Specialist Certification including Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 110 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 111 STUDENT PROFILE Teacher Jonathan Learning and Education Skills Teacher Apprenticeship
“This apprenticeship has given I cannot recommend this me the opportunity to become apprenticeship enough, especially if a qualified teacher in the Further you’re looking to get into teaching. Education sector. It’s the perfect It allows you to gain the experience route for me as it enables me to in the classroom and the support is continue earning whilst studying. I great. can develop my skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification This apprenticeship is ideal for at the same time. people looking to start a career in teaching as a second or later I really enjoy learning new things. career. It’s the best decision I’ve Studying teaching is a holistic made and I really enjoying taking experience as everything you do is my learning to the next level.” a form of learning. By being present in classes you are learning in two ways – the content of the class and the way in which the class is being delivered. TEACHER EDUCATION
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 112 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 113 Level: 3 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Certificate in English Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Internal Quality Duration: 6 months, Part-time Language Teaching to Duration: Assurance of Adults (CELTA) Level 3 6 months, Part-time Assessment Process and Practice Level 4
Typical entry requirements The benefit of the programme is that it Typical entry requirements The qualification consists of a mixture of You must be at least 18 years old and gives candidates a good base to enter Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational units, with some competence-based and have two A levels and three GCSEs or employment either in the UK or abroad. Achievement or D32/33. You must be some knowledge-based. equivalent, a command of English, both at least 18 years old and have two A written and spoken, adequate to follow Core units: levels and three GCSEs or equivalent, a Core units: the course and complete the assignments. • Language awareness command of English, both written and • Understanding the principles and • The learner spoken, adequate to follow the course practices of internally assuring the Course content • The teacher and the teaching/ learning and complete the assignments. quality of assessment CELTA is one of the world’s foremost initial context • Internally assure the quality of qualifications for people who want to • Planning for effective teaching of adult assessment become professional teachers of English learners of English Course content • Plan, allocate and monitor work in language. • Classroom management and teaching This part-time qualification provides own area of responsibility skills for teaching English to adults professional recognition for those working The course enables candidates to acquire • Resources/materials for teaching in training assessment and quality Progression essential subject knowledge and familiarity • English to adults assurance. This qualification provides professional with the principles of effective teaching, • Professional development for teachers of recognition for those working in training as well as gain a range of practical skills English to adults It will further develop your skills and assessment and quality assurance. for teaching English to adult learners and knowledge if you’re working in, or hoping applying your learning in a real context. This qualification is awarded by to work in assessment and internal quality You will have six hours teaching practice as Cambridge University. assurance in accredited and non- part of the course. accredited learning, the NQF and the Progression QCF. Additional CELTA qualifications at Level 4 or above or employment. Successful learners will understand the principles of assessment and internal quality assurance and have the knowledge to develop and improve systems.
Career pathways Career pathways English teacher for adults, college Primary teacher, secondary teacher,
tutor for adults college tutor, education technician TEACHER EDUCATION and education professional.
114 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 115 Level: 5 Level: 5 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Certificate in Education Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Diploma in
Duration: Duration: 2 years, Part-time (Cert Ed in Lifelong 2 years, Part-time Education and Learning) Level 5 Training Award Level 5
Typical entry requirements You will also learn how to become Typical entry requirements • Inclusive practice You must hold qualifications at a minimum a specialist teacher, which includes You should have a level 3 qualification • Understanding and managing of level 3 (A Level or equivelant) in the writing a paper and attending a two- in the subject you intend to teach or behaviours in a learning environment subject area you teach. day conference at the University of evidence of substantial experience. You • Developing teaching, learning and Huddersfield. You will also study policy and will need access to 50 hours of teaching assessment in education and training Applicants must normally be in paid professional issues. practice per year in a recognised lifelong • Wider professional practice in employment as a teacher or trainer, with learning location (14+). You will have an education and training a minimum of 100 hours, experience with This qualification will provide you with the initial assessment to indicate that you are • Developing, using and organising at least 50 in any one year, in a recognised essential skills needed in the education working at Level 2 in English and maths. resources within a specialist area training or educational establishment. and training sector. You will conduct • Teaching in a specialist area Voluntary teaching may be allowed in research informed by teaching, learning Course content certain circumstances. and assessment. This qualification is ideal for those working A minimum of 50 hours of teaching is as or planning to become a teacher in required in both year one and year two of Course content Progression further, adult or continuing education. the course. This is a full teaching qualification for those Trainee teachers upon completion of the wanting to teach in further, higher and course, can apply for Qualified Teacher Develop the skills you need to work as Progression adult education or the 14+ school sector. Learning and Skills (QTLS) which for those a teacher in the lifelong learning sector, Teaching or futher study. teaching in schools and academies gives designing your own curriculum and This course will develop your teaching skills, them parity with Qualified Teacher Status teaching a range of levels, subjects and reflect on current ideas about education (QTS). learner types. If you are working as or and training and creatively explore the planning to become a teacher in further, professional opportunities open to you. adult or continuing education, this course You will plan and design learning materials, is for you. assess students and evaluate learning and teaching and study professional issues in Core units: the sector. • Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training • Theories, principles and models in education and training
Career pathways Career pathways Secondary teacher, college Primary teacher, secondary teacher,
tutor, education technician and college tutor, education technician TEACHER EDUCATION education professional. and education professional.
116 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 117 Level: 6 Level: 5
Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Professional Graduate Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Learning and Duration: Certificate in Education Duration: Skills Teaching 2 years, Part-time (PGCE in Lifelong 2 years, Part-time Apprenticeship Learning) Level 5
Typical entry requirements Core units: Typical entry requirements The apprentice will need to demonstrate Certificate in Education (Lifelong • Research informed teaching, learning You should have a level 3 qualification that they have had 20% off-the-job study Learning): Minimum Level 3 qualification and assessment in the subject you intend to teach or time. They will require a minimum of 100 and significant work experience in the • Becoming a specialist teacher (this evidence of substantial experience. You’ll hours of teaching (ages 14+). The course is subject you teach. You will have an initial includes writing a paper and attending need access to 100 hours of teaching aimed at those who are new to teaching assessment to indicate you are working at a 2 day conference at the University of practice in a recognised lifelong learning and in employment. level 2 in English and maths. Huddersfield) location (14+). • Policy and professional issues The course is ideal for existing members Professional Graduate Certificate in Course content of staff who hold relevant vocational Education (Lifelong Learning): A UK first This course will enable you to develop your For those trainee teachers who do qualifications e.g. technicians who are degree or equivalent and relevant work teaching skills, reflect on current ideas about not already hold a degree, this is an wanting to progress into teaching. experience in the subject field. You must education and training and creatively opportunity to progress onto a degree Anyone needing to study for maths and/ also hold qualifications at a minimum of explore professional opportunities open to course. This is an apprenticeship course for or English will need to do this outside level 3 in the subject area you teach, if this you. teacher training at level 5. of the day of attendance. The EPA is is different from your degree. awarded by TQUK and will consist of two This qualification is awarded by the University The apprenticeship standard consists of teaching observations, a presentation and Applicants must normally be in paid of Huddersfield. the following qualifications: professional discussion. employment as a teacher or trainer, with a • Level 5 Diploma in Education and minimum of 100 hours experience with at Progression Training Progression least 50 in any one year, in a recognised On completion of this course you can join • Level 2 Safeguarding, Prevent and Trainee teachers, upon completion of the training or educational establishment. the teaching profession in a role such as: British Values course, can apply for Qualified Teacher Voluntary teaching may be allowed in secondary teacher, college tutor, education • Trainees should also hold or study Learning and Skills (QTLS) which for those certain circumstances. technician and education professional. for maths and English at level 2 (this teaching in schools and academies gives would be outside of the 20% off the them parity with Qualified Teacher Status Course content job training) (QTS). This is a full teaching qualification for These should be achieved before End- those wanting to teach in further, higher Point Assessment (EPA) and adult education or the 14+ school sector. On this course you will plan and The learning and skills tutor is pivotal to the design learning materials, assess students success of traineeship and apprenticeship and evaluate learning and teaching and programmes in the delivery of effective study professional issues in education and vocational evaluation and training that training. meets both the learners and employer’s Career pathways needs. Career pathways Secondary teacher, college Primary teacher, secondary teacher,
tutor, education technician and The apprentice must have an employer to college tutor, education technician TEACHER EDUCATION education professional. support them through the apprenticeship. and education professional.. The employer will need to allow time away from the job role to complete the coursework.
118 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 119 Level: 6 Level: 7 Centre: Huddersfield Centre Centre: Huddersfield Centre Postgraduate Certificate Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Postgraduate Diploma Duration: 2 years, Part-time in Education (PGCE in Duration: in Education (Lifelong Lifelong Learning) 2 years, Part-time Learning) Level 7
Typical entry requirements Core units: Typical entry requirements Core units: A UK first degree at 2:2 or above and • Research informed teaching, learning Research informed teaching, learning relevant work experience in the subject and assessment A UK first degree at 2:2 or above and • and assessment field. You must also hold qualifications at a • Becoming a specialist teacher relevant work experience in the subject field. You must also hold qualifications at a Becoming a specialist teacher minimum of level 3 in the subject area you • Policy and professional issues (this • minimum of level 3 in the subject area you • Policy and professional issues teach, if this is different from your degree. includes writing a paper and attending a 2 day conference at the University of teach, if this is different from your degree. (this includes writing a paper and attending a 2 day conference at the Applicants must normally be in paid Huddersfield) Applicants must normally be in paid University of Huddersfield) employment as a teacher or trainer, with a employment as a teacher or trainer, with a minimum of 100 hours experience with at This course will enable you to develop your minimum of 100 hours experience with at These courses help you develop your least 50 in any one year, in a recognised teaching skills, reflect on current ideas about least 50 in any one year, in a recognised teaching skills, reflect on current training or educational establishment. education and training and creatively training or educational establishment. ideas about education and training Voluntary teaching may be allowed in explore professional opportunities open to Voluntary teaching may be allowed in and creatively explore professional certain circumstances. you. certain circumstances. opportunities open to you. Course content This qualification is awarded by the University Course content This qualification is awarded by the This is a full teaching qualification for those of Huddersfield. This is a full teaching qualification for those University of Huddersfield. wanting to teach in further, higher and wanting to teach in further, higher and adult education or the 14+ school sector. Progression Postgraduate Diploma in Education adult education or the 14+ school sector. Progression Once fully qualified you can enter a role in You will plan and design learning materials, (Lifelong Learning) Level 7 or employment. You will plan and design learning materials, the teaching profession such as: primary assess students and evaluate learning and assess students and evaluate learning and teacher, secondary teacher, college tutor, teaching and study professional issues in teaching and study professional issues in education technician and education education and training. education and training. professional.
Career pathways Career pathways Primary teacher, secondary teacher, Primary teacher, secondary teacher,
college tutor, education technician college tutor, education technician TEACHER EDUCATION and education professional. and education professional.
120 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 121 Level: 5
Centre: Huddersfield Centre Certificate in English Pioneer Higher Skills Centre Language Teaching to Duration: 6 months, Part-time Adults (CELTA) Level 5
Typical entry requirements You will have six hours’ teaching practice as You must be at least 18 years old and have part of the course. two A levels and three GCSEs or equivalent, a command of English, both written and Core units: spoken, adequate to follow the course and • Language awareness complete the assignments. • The learner • The teacher and the teaching/ learning Course content context CELTA is one of the world’s foremost initial • Planning for effective teaching of adult qualifications for people who want to learners of English become professional teachers of English • Classroom management and teaching language in the UK or abroad. skills for teaching English to adults • Resources/materials for teaching The benefit of the programme is that it English to adults gives candidates a good base from which • Professional development for teachers to enter employment either in the UK or of English to adults abroad. This qualification is awarded by Cambridge The course will enable you to acquire University. essential subject knowledge and familiarity with the principles of effective teaching, Progression as well as gain a range of practical skills Additional CELTA qualifications or for teaching English to adult learners, and employment. applying your learning in a real context.
Career pathways Primary teacher, secondary teacher,
college tutor, education technician TEACHER EDUCATION and education professional.
122 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 123 CURRICULUM Travel & OVERVIEW by Gary Schofield Tourism Curriculum Area Manager
What content will you study? On successful completion of this The course comprises of five mandatory qualification, you can develop your units and three optional units. These career in the travel and tourism sector range from leadership and management through entering employment or for service industries, the contemporary progressing to university. travel and tourism industry, tour operations management and marketing essentials for How are you assessed on the course? travel and tourism. There will be a range of formative and summative assessments throughout What are the benefits of studying the the course. You will be assessed using course? a variety of methods, including essays, This course is designed to help you secure presentations, projects, simulated the knowledge, skills and behaviours activity, case studies, portfolio work to succeed in the workplace, from and self-reflection. The course places undertaking a group project to responding strong emphasis on the development to a client brief. The qualification is of relevant knowledge and vocational intended to help you open doors for practical skills. further study by supporting you to gain research and study skills, as well as Why choose Kirklees College? practical knowledge of the industry. The Travel and Tourism department has consistently high achievement rates and What can you do after the course? our staff are all industry professionals, The Level 4 Higher National Certificate which will bring a wealth of knowledge provides a solid grounding in the travel and experience to your studies. We also and tourism industry, which you can build offer state-of-the-art facilities with an
on should you decide to continue your excellent range of support mechanisms & TOURISM TRAVEL studies. to enable you to achieve to your full potential.
For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 124 HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 125 Level: 4 Centre: Huddersfield Centre International Travel and Duration: Tourism Management 1 year, Full-time Level 4
Typical entry requirements It provides a thorough grounding in the key A BTEC level 3 qualification in Travel and concepts and skills required in this sector Tourism or GCSE grade C/4 in English, and the national recognition by employers maths and a relevant subject area. allows direct progression to employment or Students with relevant industry experience university. will also be considered. You will learn the knowledge and skills Course content needed to succeed in the workplace This qualification is for those who work including the latest in professional or wants to progress onto university or standards. You will also get the opportunity work as a travel and tourism manager to develop behaviours for work, for or operations manager, in the travel example by undertaking a group project, and tourism sector. It allows you to learn, or responding to a client brief. develop and practise the skills required for education, employment and/or career You can also develop a range of skills, progression within the sector. techniques and attributes essential for successful performance in working life. The programme will enable you to develop a wider knowledge of principles Progression and methodology, supported by the Entering employment or progression to development of analytical and research university. skills through extensive group and individual projects.
Career pathways Travel manager, tourism manager. & Tourism Travel
126 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 127 LOW TUITION FEES Funding your Tuition fees cover the cost of your tuition, registration and exams. At Kirklees College, our fees are significantly lower than universities and studies other colleges in the area. With lower tuition fees, the chance to live at home, work part-time and reduce travel costs, studying a Higher Education With the cost of university degrees rising, course at Kirklees College is a fantastic way to you may think Higher Education is out of gain high-quality qualifications. Our Financial your reach financially but university is not Support team is happy to provide information, your only option. advice and guidance on any aspect of student finance and budgeting.
TUITION FEE LOAN FOR FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME STUDENTS This covers the fees you’re charged each year for your course and is paid directly to college. To qualify, your part-time course needs to be at least 25 percent of an equivalent full-time course each year, for example four years instead of one year full-time. Studying a Higher Education course could be MAINTENANCE LOAN the best investment you ever make. TO PAY LIVING COSTS FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS Save around £17,500 by studying at Kirklees The loan is paid into your bank account at the start of each term. College rather than at university. The exact amount full-time students can borrow depends on family income, where For more information on funding your studies where you live, what year of study you email [email protected] or are in, and what help you get through the Maintenance Grant. call freephone 0800 804 6134.
128 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 129 BURSARIES You can take out up to a maximum If you receive a full HE maintenance Advanced of four Advanced Learner loans in or student support grant, you may total. You can only take out one eligible for a bursary. Learner Loans loan at a time. You must complete a separate application for each loan. PROGRESSION BURSARIES An Advanced Learner Loan can You are unable to take out two loans Students progressing within college help you pay the fees charged by for the same qualification even if the from level 3 to HE can receive a approved colleges and training qualifications are in a different area. phased cash payment of £500 in the organisations in England. Most learners first year of study. aged 19+ studying at level 3, 4 (which ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN BURSARY includes Access, Diplomas and If you successfully applied for the LOCAL STUDENT BURSARIES Certificates), 5, 6 and 7 qualify for Advanced Learner Loan, you may For students with a permanent West these loans from the UK government. Yorkshire postcode accepted on to a be eligible to receive support with course related expenses such as travel, HE programme at college, a phased HOW MUCH CAN I GET? childcare, etc. depending on your cash payment of £500 can be made You can take out the maximum household income. in the first year of study. amount to cover your fee or you can ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA BURSARY pay all or part of the fee yourself. For STEM BURSARIES For students who have successfully Please contact the Financial Support example, you may be eligible to apply For Engineering or Process completed an Access to HE Diploma Team for further information. to the college’s Loan Bursary scheme Manufacturing courses, a phased programme and progressed to HE for support with travel expenses. Whilst cash payment of £500 can be made at Kirklees College, a phased cash the loan is not means tested, the during each year of study (excluding payment of £1,000 can be made in the Advanced Learner Bursary scheme is. any repeat year). This award will be first year. available to home students in receipt AM I ELIGIBLE? of the full HE maintenance grant For information about bursaries, To be eligible you must: or student support grant. Students please email: • Be aged 19 or over at the start of receiving this are not eligible for any [email protected] your course other bursary. • Be undertaking an eligible course FOR MORE INFORMATION CARE LEAVER BURSARY at level 3, 4, 5 or 6 qualification For students who have left local • Have been living in the UK for Visit nationalcareersservice.direct. authority care in the last two years, a three years before starting gov.uk/advice/courses/funding/ phased cash payment of £1,000 can your course pages/advancedlearnerloans be made during each year of study. • Be a UK national or have Visit gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan or Attendance must be 85 percent or ‘settled status’ telephone 0300 100 0619 above in the first the first three months (other than mitigating circumstances). I ALREADY HAVE A LEVEL 3 Visit moneyadviceservice.org.uk or QUALIFICATION telephone 0300 500 5000 FULL-TIME CARER BURSARY Prior attainment is not taken For applicants with full-time carer into account for your first Contact Kirklees College Financial responsibilities, a phased cash Advanced Learner Loan. Support Team on 0800 804 6134 or payment of £1,000 can be made email [email protected] during each year of study.
130 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 131 Antony Gormley Graduation
Graduation is the culmination Sculpture of years of learning, endeavour and personal development Kirklees College is very proud to have a to reach a point where you sculpture by world-renowned sculptor, have demonstrated the higher Antony Gormley, sited at the Pioneer level skills you, employers and Higher Skills Centre. indeed the economy of our country need. The sculpture, titled WORK, proudly stands A higher level qualification says a great six feet tall on the rooftop of the Victorian deal about you and the skills and abilities you building, formerly known as Pioneer House. have developed. It sets you apart as someone who can make a significant contribution to your Made of cast iron, WORK is an community, to the lives of others, to society and early example of Antony to the economy. Gormley’s ‘Beamer’ series, which investigates the space Every year, higher education students from of a human body by using Kirklees College graduate in a ceremony at the majestic Dewsbury Town Hall. Students wear the structures of the body traditional caps and gowns to receive their that normally contain it. awards. On this very special day, graduates The sculpture is made up are able to celebrate their hard work and of a network of interlocking achievements with family and friends. beams. It is a day of joy but it is not the end of your Oliver Boothroyd from Kirklees journey, rather another important destination College said: “The heritage and on a journey that can extend as far as you decide through your ambition, passion and regeneration work in Dewsbury was key commitment to be the best that you can be. to bringing this project to life. As well as bringing this work to our new Pioneer Higher Skills Centre, we will also be launching a schools engagement project “The graduation ceremony was a in Kirklees. This will enable the college to fantastic day and an excellent way to interact with people of all ages in the local signify and celebrate the hard work community by raising awareness of public that went into my course. The beautiful sculpture and the arts.” surroundings of Dewsbury Town Hall provided an excellent backdrop to what for me was a very special day.” Gemma Lumb, Kirklees College Graduate
132 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 133 Student Recruitment team Additional Our Student Recruitment Team is available to offer support and advice on choosing the right information course for you. They also attend careers and higher education fairs and visit local schools and colleges. Where possible, they can also Open Days arrange an individual visit for you at any of the The best way to decide if Higher Skills college centres. and Higher Education at Kirklees College is the right decision for you is to come Student Recruitment team: 01484 437092 and visit us. We hold regular open days [email protected] at all our centres and online, where you can find out more about the courses, tour the centres and talk to our tutors. Careers Service Our Open Days will give you an idea of Our Careers Service team aim to provide you what to expect and ask any questions. with the skills to be competitive in today’s job market and help you to choose the For the latest information about open right course and career for you. The team days, visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk can provide unbiased support with course guidance, CV’s and covering letters, interview techniques, job search and application Take a Virtual Tour advice. You can also access a wide range of If you can’t visit us in person, you can still resources via the Careers team in all centre get an insight into the Higher Skills and Learning Resource Centres and on the college Higher Education experience with a VLE. virtual tour. For more information please visit our website Careers Team: 01484 437000 ext. 7406 www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk [email protected]
HNC/HND Progression Assessment A Higher National Certificate Assessment forms an (HNC) qualification is the important part of your higher equivalent to the first year at education programme at university. After completing Kirklees College. We regularly your one-year course, you review and update our have the option to study for assessment procedures and a second year to achieve a regulations in line with our Higher National Diploma (HND) awarding bodies to maintain qualification. HNC/HND qualifications the highest standards of are also accepted for entry to many quality in assessment. university degrees. Some universities will let you progress directly into the second Our Higher Education and or third year of a degree course if your Higher Skills Assessment Policy HNC/HND is related to the subject. can be found on our website: www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk/ higher-skills/
134 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 135 Award-winning £500 Guarantee teaching PROGRESS TO A HNC AND RECEIVE A PAYMENT OF Kirklees College has ranked alongside £500 IN YOUR FIRST YEAR!* some of the country’s top universities when it comes to higher education If you currently study on a full time level 3 teaching provision – gaining a silver in programme with Kirklees College and meet the the Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework. conditions outlined below, we will guarantee you entry to an HNC course in a similar subject area. The rankings are based on teaching quality, To take advantage of this opportunity to progress, learning you have to: environment, • Have completed and achieved your main and student qualification (Merit, Pass, Pass grade for outcomes and Extended Diplomas) learning gain. • Attended all exams required for your programme of study, including GCSE maths Out of 295 and English and achieve required grade institutions, • Submitted ALL of your coursework on time including universities, • Met the college’s standards in relation colleges to performance, attendance and and other higher behaviour education providers nationwide, Kirklees College To find out more, speak to was one of 116 to get a silver your Progress Coach. rating. *Offer subject to minimum student numbers on course.
136 For more information visit www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk HIGHER SKILLS COURSE GUIDE 2022/23 137 How to Apply
STEP 1 – SELECT A COURSE Browse this guide and find out more information online or at our open days. You can view all course details on our website www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk under the HE and Higher Skills section. If you require further information about a course, you can contact our Information team.
Information Team email: [email protected] Information Team telephone: 01484 437070
STEP 2 – APPLY DIRECT TO KIRKLEES COLLEGE You can apply for your chosen course online www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk.
Simply find the course and click on the ‘Apply’ button. The ‘Apply’ button is located below the course overview on the relevant course page.
This will open the online application form, where you will be able to follow the on-screen instructions to complete and submit your application. A Levels AS Levels Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form. If A* 56 points information is missing or incomplete, it may delay your application. A 48 points A 20 points B 40 points B 16 points STEP 3 C 32 points C 12 points For courses that require you to apply in advance then an interview will take D 24 points D 10 points place. Your interview letter will tell you everything that you need to bring with you and what the interview will involve. E 16 points E 6 points
STEP 4 Once you receive an offer letter from us, you will need to accept this place.
STEP 5 Our Applications team will provide you with all information you need prior to your enrolment date.
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