UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2014-15 CARDIFF AND PONTYPRIDD EDITION Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
A place may look amazing on paper but you need a gut instinct to know whether or not you like a place, and in order to find that gut feeling you need to explore that university. You’ll be in university for the best part of three years, so you need to TOP5 TIPS find out what the Here are our top five tips on how to make surrounding area is like – the most of your day: are there good travel links back home, where is the 1. Study the programme: Once you have booked your place nearest kebab shop?! It’s a online, we’ll send you a programme outlining the talks, tours chance to talk to and activities that are happening throughout the day. lecturers about 2. Plan your day: The programme will include a planner that shows the course, see what is happening and when, to help you get the most out of where your your visit. lectures may be held and chat to 3. Chat to the academics: Speak to the academic representing current students the course you are interested in studying. about what life is really like! 4. Visit the support departments: Our friendly, professional staff will be on hand throughout the day to answer your Hannah Lane, questions about finance, accommodation, careers or welfare. BN (Hons) Nursing 5. Take a tour: You can sample what we have to offer by taking a tour of the campus, Halls of Residence and sports facilities. Open Days Choosing a university course and deciding where to study are two of the most important decisions you will ever have to make. The best way to find out if a university is right for you is to attend an Open Day.
At one of our Open Days, you can You can even start to make friends and explore the campus, go to sample meet people you might study with OPEN DAYS 2013 lectures and talks, and speak to when you arrive. This year’s Open Day lecturers and current students to get a programme is better than ever – from better idea of what it’s like to study at workshops and tours, to trying out SAT 6 JULY the University of South Wales. some of our most exciting facilities. Visit our website to book your place: FRI 13 SEPTEMBER www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays SAT 19 OCTOBER 91% SAT 23 NOVEMBER of attendees gave the day top marks! (Data collected at Open Days, 2011)
My university experience has been absolutely brilliant. Once I attended an Open Day and saw the facilities and spoke to some of the lecturers, my mind was made up that I wanted to study here.
Ceri Brett, BSc (Hons) Biology Did you know? ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus
We hold extra events for students who apply to study Want to come and see us? here – you can come back and see us to make sure you’ve Please visit our website to check made the right choice. Applicant which campus and date is most Days are tailored to your course, relevant for your subject choice and so it’s the perfect opportunity to to book your place: get more detailed information. www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 1 Helping you achieve your potential A welcome from the Vice-Chancellor
You’re considering the University of South Wales at an As a student at the University of South Wales, you’ll have an exciting time. excellent learning experience. We are unique in bringing together the broadest range of courses and levels of study. This new institution is one of the largest in the UK, offering This rich learning environment will give you a rounded you more opportunities and better prospects. Our students university education and broaden your outlook from within enjoy all the benefits of our superb courses, facilities and your chosen discipline. support, as well as our growing reputation as a major university for jobs and employers. We are renowned for our applied, relevant research that informs key decisions and makes a difference in the real The University may be new, but we have a long and proud world. The University is a major public policy think tank, history going back to 1913, and throughout our evolution offering independent advice to government and employers one thing remains constant. We’re committed to providing across the UK. This research and influence ensures that our professional, employment-focused courses that are more undergraduate courses reflect the latest thinking and than just a degree. We create a bridge between industry and advances, giving your university education an added academia, reflecting and recreating the demands of industry distinction. in our academic programmes and facilities. I hope you find all that you need in this prospectus, but Our students are equipped with the knowledge, skills and remember you can discover much more about us at one of attributes that will maximise their intellectual and personal our popular Open Days. If you cannot visit us in person, fulfilment, and enable them to succeed in the challenging please contact us – we’ll be happy to discuss your options economic environment we now face. Indeed, recently and help you make your decision. I look forward to published data showed that 93% of our students were welcoming you to the University. employed or in further study within six months of graduating; one of the best outcomes for any UK university (Graduate Destination Survey 2011).
Professor Julie Lydon Vice-Chancellor
2 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. 3 1 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 216 218 222 224 226 228 230 232 238 240 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk Open Days of About the University South Wales of Why choose the University South Wales? is the University of Where South Wales? Employability and work experience Careers and learningsupport Teaching Investing in your future Student money USW Insight Accommodation Student support USW Sport Students’ Union International students EU students Cyfleoedd cyfrwng Cymraeg – language opportunities Welsh Choosing a course Design your own degree Courses at our Caerleon and City Campuses in Newport Entry requirements How to apply The UCAS trail The University of South Wales Group Partner colleges Our commitment to you and maps Travel Course index A-Z General index 40 47 54 58 68 78 82 84 90 99 Contents107 112 114 120 127 137 140 146 152 164 172 182 194 198 211 214 Z listing. -
For a list of courses at our For Caerleon and City campuses in Newport, see page 216 If you know the name of the course you are looking for, looking for, If you know the name of the course you are you can turn to page 238 for our A Accounting and Finance and Finance Accounting VisualAnimation and Effects Art Business Computing Sciences Criminology and Police Design Drama Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Writing English and Creative Events Fashion and Interior Design Environment Geology and the Geography, Health Sciences History Law Mathematics Media Music Psychology and Education Science Sociology and Public Services Sport Surveying and Property Welsh Courses Courses Contents About the University of South Wales The University of South Wales is one of the largest universities in the UK, offering our students more opportunities and better prospects. It’s an exciting time to get involved with us and discover what we have to offer. Here’s what you need to know. Interested?
Discover the University of South Wales for yourself at an Open Day – simply register online to secure your place: www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR THEIR GRADUATE CAREERS
Engineering Laboratory, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Who? Where? about these places on the next few The University of South Wales was The University has campuses pages. For more information about formed recently through a merger of throughout south Wales, in Cardiff, University of South Wales courses the University of Glamorgan and the Newport and Pontypridd. Our unique taught in Newport, turn to page 216. University of Wales, Newport. By location means you can enjoy combining our areas of expertise, this everything the region has to offer – city Why? new institution is bigger and stronger. life and culture, stunning beaches and A course at the University of South Plus, pooling our resources means our breathtaking countryside. Wales is more than just a degree. Inside students have a better educational and outside the classroom, we want to This prospectus features courses taught experience and better graduate help you achieve your potential at our campuses in Cardiff and prospects. professionally and personally. Pontypridd. You can find out more
4 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. T ˆy Crawshay, Treforest Campus
Employability is at the heart of Our priority is to prepare students for gives our graduates more than a everything we do. It is part of the their graduate careers. This requires the university qualification. They have the curriculum, with teaching informed by best facilities and support, so we’ve right skills, knowledge and attitude to what happens in the real world and invested millions of pounds to provide impress employers at graduate new skills that are essential for the them. We are a leader in using interviews. workplace. All this is strengthened by simulation for our teaching. Our This all adds up to an excellent student employability schemes, business students learn about their profession in experience and the best possible start start-up support, and plenty of environments that recreate the to your future. But that’s not forgetting opportunities to get actual experience, workplace, using the same equipment what happens outside the classroom. often as part of your course. they will find in industry. This approach At university you’ll make new friends ensures that they are ready for the for life, try out lots of new things and workplace and have the confidence to become more independent than ever You can find our succeed. before. At the University of South students all over the Our size means we can offer an Wales, you’ll find countless exceptional range of subjects and opportunities and award-winning world, building strong courses, at every level – from support to help you along the way. Foundation Degree to PhD. It also careers and making means that our links with industry *Graduate Destination Survey 2011. a difference and business are hard to beat. We work with world-leaders such as It’s an approach that works – 93% of Microsoft, British Airways and the BBC graduates are in employment or further to inform our courses and offer work Turn over to find study within six months of graduation.* experience. You can find our graduates all over the out more about world, building strong careers and The University also works closely with making a difference in their chosen professional bodies to ensure that what the University of field. You can read some of their stories you learn meets professional standards in this prospectus, or find many more and is relevant to the real world. Many South Wales on our website. of our courses are accredited, which
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 5 Discover your future at the University of South Wales Every year, 35,000 students choose to benefit from our top-quality teaching and first-class facilities. Here are some of the reasons why.
Courses based on the real world We pride ourselves on courses that are relevant to the real world. At the University of South Wales, you will develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen career.
Our links with industry in the UK and PUTTING WHAT YOU LEARN overseas are impressive. Working with companies such as British Airways, Microsoft and the BBC means that our INTO PRACTICE teaching is informed by actual practice. We work closely with many employers to help ensure that what you learn meets the demands of the workplace, and we regularly update modules to reflect real-life trends.
The benefits of this approach are clear. Over 93% of graduates find employment or further study within six months of graduation – a figure well above the UK average.*
Work experience that counts Learning is not just about books and theories – work experience is a crucial part of your education. We make sure you have every opportunity to experience the workplace and put what you learn into practice.
From projects based on real-life cases to year-long ‘sandwich’ placements in industry, there are plenty of ways for you to get the experience you need. Not only will you learn directly from people working for leading companies, but the experience you will gain is likely to impress your tutors and could improve your final year grades. Turn to page 12 for more information.
Supply Chain Management Work Placement, GE Aviation *Graduate Destination Survey 2011.
6 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. 93% of our graduates find employment or further study within six months of graduation* Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Graduate employability Outstanding facilities the world, making friends that will last Through employability initiatives, we As part of our commitment to a lifetime. Plus our unique location seek to ensure that our graduates have excellence, we are undergoing a means you can enjoy the best the a good mix of specialist knowledge and £130m investment programme to region has to offer – city life, stunning practical experience, and are fully ensure you get the best possible countryside and some of the best prepared to start graduate-level learning experience. Wherever you beaches in Europe. For a taste of careers. look, you will find industry-standard student life, turn to page 28. equipment and exciting places to learn Turn to page 10 to find out how Grad new things. From simulated hospital Edge could benefit your career and wards and scenes of crime, to an look out for sandwich year details next aircraft hangar and TV studios, you will My university experience has to each course entry. gain essential skills using some of the been everything and more! I’m best facilities in the UK. glad I came here. The tutors’ World-class research open door policy is great The University’s Faculties are filled with There’s more about our investments on and there is a fantastic staff who are actively involved in page 16, or better yet, you can see for support network research, so you will be taught by yourself at an Open Day: of lecturers and lecturers who are national and www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays fellow students. international experts in their fields. Hannah Lane, Our research has a purpose – it is BN (Hons) relevant to the real world and Nursing influences decision makers. This DISCOVER ensures that our courses contain the latest thinking and developments, giving your university education an SOUTH WALES added distinction. Come to an Open Day to see for yourself why our students chose Professional seal of approval to study here. Simply register online: www.southwales.ac.uk/ Many courses at the University have opendays been accredited by professional bodies, so they can earn you exemptions from professional exams. Not only will you graduate with a degree, but you will be Student life well on your way to a professional South Wales is well known as a qualification too. These accreditations welcoming, supportive place to study. and professional associations also mean Our students love the friendly, that what you learn is relevant to the community atmosphere you’ll find on workplace and is of the highest each of our campuses. Here, you can standard. meet students from all over the UK and
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 7 The perfect location If location is everything, we’ve got it covered. With campuses in distinctly different locations across South Wales, you can study in easy Did you know? reach of the city, countryside and coast. We have new, £20m student residences at our Treforest campus. Turn to page 22 to find out more.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE
Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Courses in this prospectus are taught Cardiff and Pontypridd are easily in Cardiff and Pontypridd. The reached by road, rail and air, so South Wales is the University has one campus in Cardiff, wherever you come from you’re Wales’ capital city, and two more never far from home. Turn ultimate playground campuses in nearby Pontypridd. Next to page 232 for more details. for adrenaline junkies, to each course, you will find a note You can find out about our Caerleon to tell you the campus and location and City campuses on our website, from mountain biking of your course. or request the Newport edition of to surfing our prospectus.
8 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. THE CARDIFF EXPERIENCE Cardiff has everything you’d expect in a major
city...and a bit more Cardiff Bay
What can I expect? What is there to do? Just 10 miles from Cardiff, you’ll find You have to try hard to get bored I loved the location. It’s close our friendly campuses in Pontypridd. around here – no matter what you’re enough to the city but you still It’s ideal if you prefer somewhere a into, you’re likely to find it. Cardiff have the quiet. It’s a pleasant little quieter for your studies, has everything you’d expect to find community atmosphere to surrounded by green open spaces and in a major city and a bit more, so live in and I like the sense of plenty of fresh air. Our students say you’ll never get tired of discovering community. I love it here and they love the community atmosphere, new things. don’t want to leave! as well as the convenience of living Contrary to popular opinion it’s and studying in the same place. Niamh Breslin, not always raining, so you can take BSc (Hons) Geography At Pontypridd, our Treforest and advantage of some of the most Glyntaff campuses are just a short walk stunning countryside in the UK. With from each other, or there’s a shuttle bus countless beaches and mountains, that runs between them if you’d prefer. South Wales is the ultimate playground It’s a welcoming place, so you will soon for adrenaline junkies, from mountain Come and find out feel right at home. The University’s biking to surfing, there are countless for yourself growing student population means ways to get your kicks. that the town is largely a student area, Coming to an Open Day is the If you love sport, you can play and with plenty of student-friendly shops, best way to find out what the watch all kinds at every level, from golf pubs and restaurants. University is like. Why not stay to surfing or rallying. Cardiff is one of for an extra day or so and take Cardiff is a great place to live and the best places in the UK to watch live some time to explore? Our study. It’s friendly and easy to get sport, with national and international students love the area and you’ll around, and one of the most desirable contests at the Millennium Stadium, soon find out why. It’s really easy student cities in the UK.* and week-in week-out matches at to book – simply register online: Cardiff Arms Park and the Cardiff City Cardiff is a city with something for www.southwales.ac.uk/ Stadium – home to the Cardiff Blues everyone. It has a vibrant arts scene, opendays rugby team and Cardiff City Football great nightlife, history, culture, top Club. sporting venues, fantastic shopping – and that’s just for starters. Cardiff is a If you prefer your entertainment live city of parks and has more green space and loud, you’ll love the thriving music per person than any other UK core city. scene. Cardiff and south Wales have If you study in Pontypridd but want countless venues and festivals, with to make the most of what Cardiff has no end of exciting acts. From DJs and to offer, travelling between the two bands in the legendary “Welsh Club”, places is easy, with regular trains day megastars at the Millennium Stadium, and night. or maybe you’re a devoted clubber – you won’t be disappointed by what’s on offer.
*www.accommodationforstudents.com 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 9 Get ready for graduate What is Grad Edge? While your degree will give you the employment subject-specific skills you need, this programme will help you translate You’ve probably chosen university to gain the what you learn in the classroom into practical examples. By networking with skills, experience and qualifications for a successful employers and industry professionals career. So, we’ve made your priority our priority. before you start your career, your CV will stand out and make you a more attractive candidate to graduate employers.
We already work in close partnership with employers to give students the right mix of knowledge, skills and experience. It’s an approach that works – we are in the top 10 UK universities for the lowest graduate unemployment.**
How does Grad Edge work? There are two elements:
• Curriculum • Passport to Employability
Curriculum Employability is integrated into all our courses. Our links with industry in the UK and overseas mean that our teaching is informed by actual practice, DEVELOPING ATTRIBUTES and our modules are regularly updated to reflect real-life trends.
We work with employers to help you FOR AN EDGE TO EMPLOYMENT learn about the demanding requirements of the workplace. Plus, many of our courses hold accreditations by professional bodies, which demonstrates that course content meets industry standards.
We have developed an employability Through initiatives such as Grad programme with employers to Edge, we seek to ensure that our Passport to Employability During your first week at the University, prepare our students for the graduates have a good mix of you will be given a ‘Passport to workplace and the start of their specialist knowledge and practical Employability’, in which you can record graduate careers. experience. An impressive 93% of all your extracurricular achievements as our graduates are in employment or At the University of South Wales, we part of a two-stage programme. further study within six months of aim to make you a well-rounded graduation, a figure well above the candidate for graduate-level UK average.* employment. Our courses seek to develop additional attributes that can We have many ways to help you help give you an edge, such as giving plan your career and get work presentations or understanding experience, making you the ideal *Graduate Destination Survey 2011. **The Sunday Times, University Guide 2012. sustainability. candidate when you apply for †Based on undergraduate Business and graduate positions. Society students, 2011-12.
10 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Getting Started (Stage One) is a programme of activities and events that prepare you for employment and life after graduation. These include work-related projects, employer and alumni mentors, guest lectures and seminars from industry experts and employers, as well as enterprise initiatives and University awards.
Experience Works (Stage Two) is about getting out and completing 30 hours of graduate-level experience in a working environment. Then, we will help you reflect on the skills and experience you have gained, which will give your CV a solid foundation to build upon. When you have completed these two stages, you will be well on your way to understanding what it takes to succeed at graduate interviews and in the working environment, and you may be awarded a certificate. Plus, you will be able to show graduate employers evidence of your relevant Materials Testing Laboratory, experience and skills. Treforest Campus, Pontypridd More information Placement students are Find out how Grad Edge What are the benefits of can help your career: three times more likely Grad Edge? www.southwales.ac.uk/ • The programme develops key skills employability to achieve first-class for employability such as † Honours communication, team working, making decisions and solving problems. Employability Service My placement has really helped Support • You can network and develop with the theory because I’ve seen While undertaking the Passport to contacts with key industry it in action. Without support from Employability, you will have access to professionals and potential the Business and Employability different types of support, including employers. Team and the Careers Service, the Careers & Employability Service. I definitely wouldn’t have had the You can connect with our advisers • You will develop your skills and job with GE Aviation. whenever you need support and achievements, and learn how to guidance, and get help with your CV, present these in a way that matches I’m fortunate that they’ve offered finding placements, career planning, job application forms. me a graduate position and are and much more. funding my final year and my • A work placement can improve your professional qualifications – it’s Turn over to find out how our Careers final year grades – 54% of placement fantastic. I’m really glad I came to & Employability Service can help students gained first-class Honours this university. you, and the different types of work compared to 16% of non-placement experience available. students.† Stephanie Thomas, BA (Hons) Accounting • Work placements can be a route and Finance into employment, with many students offered positions in their host company.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 11 Careers & Employability Work experience Graduates face an increasingly Service competitive job market, so meaningful work experience is fast becoming From careers advice to work placements, essential. There are many different types of work experience, so you’re your future is our priority. sure to find one that suits you.
Some of our courses have a year of work experience, called a ‘sandwich year’, built in – just look for details next to each course entry. Alternatively, you could take an industrial placement, a vacation placement, or choose voluntary work in an area you’re passionate about. We can even help you find work experience overseas, which could count towards your course.
GO Wales (Graduate Opportunities Wales) GO Wales is a project delivered by our Careers & Employability Service. It offers paid and unpaid career-focused work experience opportunities for students and graduates across Wales. For further information about the range of services, visit the GO Wales website: www.gowales.co.uk
impartial information Placements You can take time out of higher education to gain significant business and guidance experience with a full-time commercial placement. Choose between three, six or twelve months to work on specific projects, or fill resource gaps.
Live project work It’s never too early to think about what Simply call in to your Careers & Live project placements are wide- you want to do after university. The Employability Service at any time to ranging and challenging. You will Careers & Employability Service can use the resources. If you’re too busy get to use your academic expertise give you all the support you need, to come and see us, you can access to address real-life problems over a from tips on what employers look for, our e-resources whenever it suits you. six-week period. to work placements that will enhance You can find out about new vacancies your employability. and careers events, get updates on work placements, or search our vast Our experienced and professionally employer directory. Did you know? qualified team is available to offer you impartial information and guidance. Visit www.southwales.ac.uk/ 93% of our graduates are in We will help you consider the different careers to see what we offer and work or further study within six kinds of jobs available and the skills, watch videos of what our students months of graduating, which is qualifications and experience you need have to say. much higher than the national to get them. There’s practical help too, average. such as completing job applications or (Graduate Destination Survey 2011) practising interview techniques.
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• Your employer could offer you a graduate-level job when you finish your course.
• You’ll gain new skills and develop confidence.
• You get paid on some placements and could gain credits towards your course.
Employer links Making the right connections is critical. The Careers & Employability Service has excellent links with employers who contribute to our programme of careers Make the most of events, which are dedicated to helping you find the experience you need. your future
Here are just some of the employers we Find out how we can improve work with: your prospects through careers • AXA Ltd • Audit Commission advice and work experience: • Arriva Trains • Balfour Beatty www.southwales.ac.uk/careers • BBC • Boots • BT • Cable & Wireless • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Ernst & Young • Exxon Mobil Network75 To find out more about this unique Network75 is a unique scheme that scheme and to apply online, please visit • FDM Group • GCHQ combines work and study to improve www.southwales.ac.uk/network75. • GE Aviation • General Dynamics your employability, making the • GlaxoSmithKline • KPMG • HSBC Network75 Professional Academy Boosting business talent • John Lewis Partnership • Logica the fastest way to become a At the University of South Wales, • PriceWaterhouseCoopers graduate professional. you’ll find a strong focus on helping develop your skills in an atmosphere of • Rolls Royce • Sainsbury’s Network75 students are in University entrepreneurialism and enterprise. • Siemens plc • Tata Steel • Tesco for two days a week and in work for • Vodafone Ltd • Welsh Government the other three, so they put what As well as helping you into jobs, the they learn into practice straight away. University has lots of ways to help you Network75 offers work placements in develop your own business or social all areas of engineering and technology, enterprise. The Bright Ideas Programme The help I received was built environment, business, and IT. offers training, support and even excellent, and the experience You get a minimum tax-free bursary of funding for University students or I gained was invaluable. I am £5,000 per year that increases by £500 graduates who are ready to step into now in a job that I love, which I each academic year. Plus, around 65% the world of business. would have been unlikely to get of students get additional payments The Bright Ideas Den lets you pitch your had I not had the experience. from their host companies. Your course business idea to a group of experts The Careers & Employability tuition fees will also be paid for you, so and win funding to help get them off Service obviously played a you can choose to graduate without the ground. As well as business advice pivotal role in this and I am very any student debt. grateful to them. surgeries and events, there are regular There’s a 100% employment rate too. visits from top business people and Louise Griffith, All Network75 students have been employers to give advice on succeeding BA (Hons) English offered jobs by their host companies in business. and History upon graduation, often at a level higher than other graduates.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 13 Outstanding learning support With diverse courses to deliver to thousands of students in Cardiff and Pontypridd, we work hard to provide exceptional teaching and support. We have a team of specialist library, IT and media staff who will be on hand to support your learning and research.
You can also check your library account, and renew and reserve books online.
Our services and facilities include: • Thousands of journals and books, available electronically and in print • Library induction and information literacy sessions • Open access PCs • Laptop loan and wireless internet • Long opening hours and self-service facilities • A help and enquiry service • 800 individual and group study places • Photocopying, printing and scanning • Help for students with a disability LRC, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd or dyslexia • Specialist tutors providing study skills support • Media services Learning to meet your needs through virtual classrooms, tutorial As a student here, you will get to use groups and chatrooms, and keep up- the latest learning technologies. Our to-date with timetables, bulletins and approach means you can access the special events. The library is resources you need anytime, anywhere. fantastic and staff are Learning Resources Centres always willing to help. ‘Blackboard’ is the name of our virtual In Cardiff and Pontypridd, the library There are tutorials learning environment and you will is located in the Learning Resources and workshops to experience some of your learning Centres (LRC). You will find an LRC support you, through this system. It adds to the on each campus – Treforest, Glyntaff especially with ways you can learn by providing and Cardiff. The Treforest LRC is in the things like materials in a range of formats, process of being refurbished to create referencing, including text, audio, visual and a modern learning environment with as that is multimedia. It can be an interesting flexible learning spaces, and is due for something new revision aid too – students say they completion in late 2013. at university. much prefer computer-assisted assessment to poring over a mountain Each LRC has a team of librarians who Ceri Brett, of books. We also use blogs, wikis and can help you find quality information BSc (Hons) podcasts to deliver learning in a way for your assignments. They will also Biology that is best for you. show you how to use a modern academic library. If all this sounds a bit daunting, don’t worry – we will give you full training Many of the library’s services and so you can get the most out of our resources are available on our web technology. You will soon learn how to pages, including access to ejournals, communicate with students and tutors databases, ebooks and enewspapers.
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Social learning space, Students’ Union, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Media Services Information Systems There is a dedicated Information If you are studying a media module, When you enrol, you will get an e-mail Customer Support Service (ICSS) to we can provide you with specialist address and access to our ICT facilities help you with IT and system enquiries. media equipment and facilities, through the student portal. You can This service is available Monday to including editing suites and studios access e-mail, Blackboard, the library Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, all year round. that are also open during weekends systems, and high-speed internet Support is available face-to-face in and evenings (availability varies anywhere in the University. the open access labs, by telephone or depending on course/campus location). At Cardiff and Pontypridd, we have an online, so you can get the help you However, whatever your subject choice, impressive student to computer ratio, need, whenever you need it. if you need to use audio, video or with over 2,000 computers. Many of photographic equipment, our staff can these are available at evenings and help and advise you. weekends, and you can book a PC Further information You can find out more about workstation if you want to secure our learning resources at: your spot. The University has wireless For details on how our facilities www.southwales.ac.uk/lrc networking for real flexibility and you can give your learning a boost, can even borrow a laptop from the LRC visit www.southwales.ac.uk/lrc. to get started.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 15 Investing in your future The best universities need to move with the times and we are no different. To give our students every chance of success, we make sure our facilities are the best they can possibly be.
PROVIDING THE VERY BEST FOR OUR STUDENTS
We’ve been busy over the last few We’re halfway through a refurbishment years, with a £130m investment of the Learning Resources Centre at Did you know? programme at Cardiff and Pontypridd Treforest and a new home for Student to provide a first-class learning Services. We’ve also redesigned our We have new, £20m student environment. This reflects the largest lecture theatre so it can seat up residences at our Treforest University’s forward-thinking outlook to 300 students and is fitted with the campus. Turn to page 22 to and improves the quality of your latest technology. find out more. student experience.
16 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. £130 MILLION investment programme
At the Glyntaff campus, students now study in purpose-built laboratories filled with industry-standard equipment. USW Sport Park is our new coaching and performance centre just a few miles from Glyntaff. It’s the first sports facility in Wales to be rated BREEAM- Excellent, and is used by students and professional sports teams.
Our Treforest campus has a new training facility for Aerospace students, Hypobaric Chamber, Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd complete with a flight simulator and full-size commercial aircraft. To support our leading research, our sport science Research and sport student support. And that’s not all! facilities have new laboratories and We have created realistic simulation high-tech teaching facilities, making science facilities training facilities for our Health and them among the best in the UK. Forensic Sciences students at Glyntaff, among the best in UK and for Law and Accounting students To ensure our students get the best at Treforest. We have also developed a inside and outside the classroom, we’ve The Union building at Treforest, has training space for lighting, sound and built new Halls of Residence and everything a student could possibly staged events students so they can get refurbished over 300 existing rooms to need, housed in a stylish glass building. practical experience on campus too. offer a high standard of student We’ve built a Union building in Cardiff accommodation that’s hard to beat. too, complete with bar, cafe, shop and We’ve also established ATRiuM at the heart of Cardiff city centre, dedicated to the creative industries. It has specialist equipment, dedicated studio Treforest spaces, and industry-standard HD Campus, broadcasting studios. Due to the Pontypridd booming creative industries in south Wales, there are plans to expand ATRiuM for animation, performance and the creative arts.
I wanted to come here because I was told the course was good. My advice is come and take a look – see the facilities and you‘ll be impressed. Craig Walkley, BA (Hons) Drama (Theatre and Media)
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 17 Student money The benefits of higher education far outweigh the cost – from the career opportunities a degree can bring, to the friends, skills and experiences you’ll have for life.
THE BENEFITS FAR OUTWEIGH THE COST
Students’ Union, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Student Money Service The good news is that no eligible It costs the University more money to There are plenty of ways to help you student has to pay tuition fees up front. provide technical courses than manage the cost of your education. It is possible to take out a Tuition Fee classroom-based courses. The specialist Tuition fee grants and student loans Loan that effectively defers payment of equipment needed for technical make university affordable and, here your fees until after you graduate and courses, such as a wind tunnel for at the University of South Wales, we are earning money. The Student Loans aerodynamics or engineering offer a little extra support. We have Company (SLC) pays your fees directly laboratories for materials testing, a team of experts who can help you to the University, then you pay the SLC requires continued investment to with anything money-related. Our at a later date. ensure that it is suitable and up-to- Student Money Service offers advice on date. The University is a registered everything from applying for a loan or How much will I pay in charity and not a profit-making opening a bank account, to learning tuition fees? organisation, so the cost charged is how to budget. So, if you need advice In 2013 - 14, the University will reflective of the specialist equipment on fees, scholarships and money, visit charge £9,000 per year for full-time required. our website: www.southwales.ac.uk/ Honours degrees in areas where the money cost of provision is high, eg, science, Did you know? technology, engineering etc. All other How do I pay my tuition fees? full-time Honours degrees will be You will find a handy fees Paying for your tuition is the biggest £8,000 per year. Students studying a calculator next to each course cost involved in going to university, but full-time Foundation Degree or HND on our website: there is financial support to help you will be charged £6,000 per year. www.southwales.ac.uk/ get the education you need. courses
18 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Students don’t start to repay their tuition fee loans until they have left university and are earning over £21,000
Most full-time students who normally live in Wales before studying at university, only have to pay £3,575 per year in tuition fees themselves, regardless of the fee level.* The remainder of the cost is paid by the Welsh Government on behalf of eligible students through the Tuition Fee Grant. Please note that the Welsh Government will decide whether you are eligible for this grant when you apply for student support.
At the time of print (March 2013), details of student financial support and fee levels have not been confirmed for 2014 - 15. The Welsh Government is also reviewing existing arrangements for fees in Wales. We strongly advise you to keep up-to-date Living costs Students from the EU with developments by visiting the There are student loans available to If you are an EU resident, you may appropriate website for government help with your living costs, and grants be eligible for financial support from information about financial support: which, unlike a loan, do not have to the Welsh Government to help with be repaid. They can help pay towards your tuition fees. Turn to page 32 for • Welsh students: your living costs such as food, travel more information. www.studentfinancewales.co.uk and accommodation, while you study. • English students: Grants for living costs aren’t available Part-time funding www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk to all students and if you are eligible, If you choose to study part-time, the amount you receive depends on • Northern Irish students: funding is available to help with fees your household income. www.studentfinanceni.co.uk and course-related costs. You can find out more information from the relevant • Scottish students: www.saas.gov.uk Additional costs student funding site for where you live. Some of our courses involve additional For information from the University *At the time of print, student support in about fees and student support, visit costs as part of your learning. While Wales has not been confirmed for 2014 - 15 www.southwales.ac.uk/money. you can expect to pay for books and entry. This amount is based on funding for electronic essentials, there may be 2013-14 entry. Celebrating excellence subject-specific costs such as field trips. We are committed to excellence in all You can find full details of these on our Did you know? we do. This extends to our students website: www.southwales.ac.uk/ too – by recognising their achievements courses The University has a dedicated and helping them reach their full Student Money Service – you potential. You can find out more about International students can talk with our experienced our scholarships and how to apply for Tuition fee levels for international Money Advisers at an Open Day. them on our website: students are detailed on page 30, To book your place, simply visit: www.southwales.ac.uk/money or find out more on our website: www.southwales.ac.uk/ www.southwales.ac.uk/ opendays international
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 19 USW Insight – follow our student lives We are a group of university students who would love to share our student lives with you and give you an insight into university life.
We’ve been sharing our experiences in weekly blogs, living our lives through Twitter, and talking with prospective students about University life on Facebook.
You may meet us in person in the next few months as we meet and greet students at Open Days, and attend UCAS fairs, careers evenings and HE fairs on behalf of the University.
If you want to find out more about student life, just get in touch! You can send us direct messages to get answers to specific questions.
In the meantime, you can read our blogs and discover what it is like to be a student at here. There’s lots of advice on applying to university too, from finding a course to writing your personal statement. Here’s a taste of what you’ll find.
Make sure you all book on to the next Open Day in 2013 EVERY EXPERIENCE IS A GOOD EXPERIENCE Siân Williams and make a visit...
I’ve been busy trying to find some placements this week as I’m graduating in a few months and need to get my act in gear to find a proper job when I leave the safe bubble of student life :( If you want a real insight into student My tip of the week is to get out there and get some sort of experience in the life, follow us through our blogs at working world whether you are in Year 10 or Year 13 or unsure of what you www.southwales.ac.uk/uswinsight, want to do. Any work experience is good experience because even if you didn’t or look for us on Facebook. We’re on like it, at least then you can tick that field off your list of possible careers. Also Twitter too @USWInsight good work experiences will enable you to create the path that you want to lead, give you a chance to meet a few contacts and will make you more employable.
Get searching (and nagging)! Siân x
20 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Meet our USW DECIDING ON UNIVERSITY CHOICES Insight students James Moos
Howdy everyone, hope you are all well! I hopefully met quite a few of Ceri you at the Open Day last Saturday, but if not, then make sure you all Brett book on to the next Open Day in 2013 and make a visit :) On the Open Day quite a few parents and prospective students had a common question: what is the most important aspect when choosing a university? I’m seriously organised, outrageously blonde and So I thought I would broadcast my answer out to you all so it can help you hopelessly addicted to coffee. guys with your choices on your UCAS application! Take a good hard look at each prospectus and analyse what each university offers for your chosen subject. This is the most important factor when choosing where you want Jevan to study because it could have a big impact on your career! To give you Hopwood examples, one course might offer a work placement year, and have good links with industry etc – these little things can make a big difference in the long run! It certainly helped me choose my course.
I love being outdoors or Make sure you take a close look at each uni for what they offer upon your in the lab, and I’ve got a chosen course and maybe even build a little table or spreadsheet to fill in and three-legged cat called Dude. see which ends up looking the best :) hopefully you’ll agree with me that the University has those extra advantages on their courses so you can have Hannah a great time with lots of fun, all whilst gaining a degree that will lead you Lane straight into a good career! :) J
Favourite quote: ‘If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.’ FREAKY FESTIVITIES Jonathan Sage James Moos Que Pasa Guys, Hope you’re all well.
This week I bought a harness so I could finally go climbing whenever I liked and got to use it Friday at the Summit Centre (Rock UK) up in Treharris with My ambition is to work for the GUCC. It was awesome! The climbing walls there were huge and a few the government or military had some really good overhangs to get to grips with. Accomplished some within a Cyber division. climbs I never thought I could. I highly recommend getting a hobby like this, it gives you something extra to do with your time, especially whilst at Jonathan university – you don’t want to just sit around and type up notes. Sage Now the attention turns to Bonfire Night and once again, many different events are going on around here. Last night (Saturday) the housemates and I went to watch the display at Caerphilly Castle (a free event from the car Favourite quote: ‘One way to park at ‘Morrison’s’) and tonight we are watching the firework display from get the most out of life is to the park in Pontypridd which I am looking forward to. Last year we went to look upon it as an adventure.’ Cardiff to watch the display there which was fantastic. Hope you all enjoy any fireworks near you – I know they’re not for everyone.
Siân Make sure that you and your newly acquainted friends at university take part Williams in these kind of festivities when you are at university; not only are they great social events but you can have some real good memories during these times and not to mention some cracking photos!
I’m an easy-going, bubbly Until next time, stay safe. Sagey Welsh girl determined to reach my ambitions.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 21 Student accommodation Where you live is just as important as what you learn. Whether you want to live on campus or nearby, we’ll help you feel right at home.
If you choose a course in this rooms have a free internet connection We will tell you how to apply for prospectus, you will study at Cardiff or and optional services include IPTV, IP a room as part of the University Pontypridd. Here’s what you need to telephony and gaming online. application process, and you can find know about student accommodation in out more on our website: We offer over 500 study bedrooms these places. www.southwales.ac.uk/ and more than 200 premium study accommodation Living in Halls bedrooms at Glamorgan Court. There Living in Halls is a great way to meet are nearly 400 study bedrooms and If you don’t get a place in Halls, we can people and make new friends when 100 premium bedrooms at the new discuss other options with you and the you arrive. Plus, you’ll be close to all Mountain Halls, as well as 20 self- University’s Accommodation Services the facilities you need, so you won’t contained studio flats. As a resident, can help you find the right place to have to build travelling costs into your you can head to The Hub for social live. Our experienced staff can give budget either. events like cooking lessons and curry you all the information you need nights, or even organise your own. about accommodation and finding The University’s Halls of Residence are your new home. on our Treforest campus, so you can In Cardiff, we have engaged with live and study in a friendly, community private providers, Liberty Living, to atmosphere that our students love. offer competitive packages for rooms Self-catered, en suite Not only is it convenient, but it’s in their Halls of Residence. All rooms study bedrooms, with competitively priced too. In 2013-14, are en suite and are conveniently a typical self-catered, en suite study located in the city centre – one Halls of all bills included, from bedroom cost from £98 per week – Residence is even directly opposite the and that’s including all your bills. All ATRiuM building. £98 WEEK PER There are fantastic Halls here – I was very impressed. Living in Halls you get to meet so many people from different places, different courses and different backgrounds. There’s a proper community feel and I still live with my Halls flatmates in my second year. Susana Silva, BSc (Hons) The Hub, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd Police Sciences
22 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. WHAT WILL I GET FOR MY MONEY?
Treforest Halls, Pontypridd • From £98 per week* • Own room with en suite shower room and toilet • Shared kitchen and dining area with five other people • Fast-speed internet access • Bills included • Insurance for personal belongings Mountain Halls, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd Cardiff Halls • From £103 per week** Private options • Own room with en suite shower Some students choose to live off More information campus in houses owned by private and toilet Turn to page 232 for maps and landlords. When we say off campus, • Shared kitchen, dining and to see how convenient our Halls we don’t mean miles away – most living area of Residence are. properties are within walking distance • Internet access of the University. • Bills included To ensure a good standard of off- What about food? campus accommodation, we keep a All our accommodation is self-catering, Privately rented house database of reputable, local authority- but if you’re not a budding masterchef, • From £50 per week* registered landlords, whose properties there are plenty of places to eat on • Own bedroom meet the legal minimum standard and campus, most of which cater for safety regulations. • Shared kitchen, bathroom and special diets and sell Fairtrade products. lounge, usually with three to There’s sure to be something to suit You can search our database for five others accommodation in Pontypridd and your tastes! • Bills not included (approximately Cardiff at: www.studentpad.co.uk Stilts Food Court at Treforest serves £8-10 per week) food from early until late, with All Halls have coin-operated Starbucks coffee to give you a boost laundry facilities and are staffed More information for early starts. You’ll also find coffee 24 hours a day. shops across the campus, with For more information about Crawshays offering continental coffees private rentals and lots of and Cafe Xpress for grab‘n’go snacks. *Based on 2013-14 prices practical advice, visit: **Based on 2012-13 prices www.southwales.ac.uk/ At Glyntaff, you can get hot and cold accommodation food in the Zone, or coffee, sandwiches and cakes in Matrix cafe. There’s a student cafe at ATRiuM too – plus because it’s in the heart of the city, there’s an endless variety of bars, restaurants and cafes to enjoy.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 23 Outstanding student support Our students get the best during their time here – including award-winning support. Student Services help your time at University run as smoothly as possible. If you want information or advice, there is a network of people ready to help.
A NETWORK OF PEOPLE READY TO HELP
Did you know?
You can book appointments Counselling, advice and The University is committed to online through our student welfare providing support for young people in portal – help is only a click away. The University offers a professional, care and those leaving care, who want to go on to higher education. We have confidential Counselling Service for We can also provide information and a package of support measures that all students, plus our website can guidance in relation to University we hope will help students settle in, direct you to alternative sources of Regulations. help. We also have Mental Wellbeing focus on their studies and graduate Advisers who can liaise with University successfully. Our webpage will give you The Students’ Union offers a departments, Faculties and others some of the information you need and confidential Welfare Service that can on your behalf. Please visit provide contacts who can answer any help with any problems you may have, www.southwales.ac.uk/student for queries you may have: including University regulations. Visit further information and contact details. www.southwales.ac.uk/care www.uswsu.com for details.
24 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Award winners
Our Student Services team won the Outstanding Support for Students category at the high- profile Times Higher Education Awards 2012.
Health You can get further information about Our nurse-led University Health Service the Disability and Dyslexia Service and offers a wide range of services – simply the University’s Strategic Equality Plan, phone or walk in for advice on all types Disability Policy, and Mental of health related issues. We are here Wellbeing Policy on our website, to act as a supplement to the service www.southwales.ac.uk/disability, provided by your GP. We work in or call us on 08455 76 77 78. partnership with surgeries in Pontypridd and Cardiff to provide appointments with doctors at the University Health Centre in Treforest and at ATRiuM. For further information, visit: www.southwales.ac.uk/health If you require this prospectus or any Student Money Service other guide in a different format, eg, large print, please contact us on We have experienced Student Money 08455 76 77 78. Service staff who are available to help Treforest Campus, Pontypridd with any money-related enquiries. Turn to page 18 for details. The Chaplaincy The Chaplaincy, while rooted in the Christian tradition, offers spiritual Award-winning support Disability and Dyslexia The University has an award- Service guidance and support to students of all faiths and none. Our service is winning student portal. It has all the Whether you have a physical, sensory, independent and confidential, information you will ever need and mental health or unseen disability, the irrespective of religion. a little bit more – all at the click of a Disability and Dyslexia Service is here button. The student portal is dedicated to support you. We encourage you to We have access to a number of advisers to keeping our students up-to-date discuss your individual requirements from different faiths – Islam, Judaism, with the latest events, news, teaching with an Adviser as early as possible Hinduism and Buddhism – and we are resources, support and development, as when you apply. available to give pastoral support. As well as access to information services. well as The Meeting House at Treforest, We work with students to draw up the University has male and female Childcare individual support plans, which are Islamic prayer rooms with appropriate The University’s Playcentre at the reviewed and revised throughout your washing facilities. To find out more, Treforest campus provides full-time and study. Facilities include a comprehensive visit www.southwales.ac.uk/ part-time care for children between Information Access Service with up-to- chaplaincy. three months and five years of age. date equipment, alongside specialised Registered by the Care and Social support such as electronic note takers. Services Inspectorate Wales, priority We also arrange full educational places go to children of students and psychologist assessments and provide staff. one-to-one support through specialist I have had excellent support dyslexia tutors. from the University staff. Facilities include an activity and sensory They were very approachable room, a snuggly bugs room, a busy If you use a wheelchair or have mobility and I wasn’t made to feel bees room, a little explorers’ room, a difficulties, you should be aware that different. I got the advice and pre-school room and a large outdoor our Treforest campus is built on a hill, encouragement I needed to area. Fees are available on request at although we do have adapted get my work done. the Playcentre, or visit our website: accommodation and can make www.southwales.ac.uk/playcentre arrangements for you to bring a car Susan Laing, on campus. BSc (Hons) Social Sciences
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 25 USW Sport USW Sport covers all sport and recreation activities at the University. We offer an impressive range of sports courses, facilities, clubs and qualifications, all in some of the best facilities in the UK.
Sporting life indoor climbing to yoga, archery and USW Sport Park The Sport Centre at our Treforest everything in between, there’s sure to This is our purpose-built playing area Campus has had Quest accreditation be something you’ll enjoy. just three miles from Pontypridd. It is on three occasions; this is the only home to a large pavilion, five floodlit For students living or studying in sport chartermark recognised by all pitches and two all-weather pitches, Cardiff, we have some excellent four UK Sports Councils. We are proud one of which is a FIFA-approved, partnerships with local gyms and health of our Quest record and have achieved full-size ‘rubber crumb’ pitch. These clubs that are within walking distance the highest marks of any university in facilities are so good that many of ATRiuM. the UK. professional teams regularly use Going to university doesn’t mean them for training, such as the Wales The Centre boasts excellent facilities – a giving up the sports you love either. national football team and Cardiff City huge main hall, conditioning room with USW Sport embraces the different Football Club, as well as the touring lots of equipment, media to entertain sports teams that compete in the British Lions, Australia, New Zealand you while you train, and the latest British Universities and Colleges Sport and South Africa rugby squads. The Integra machines for use by wheelchair (BUCS) Leagues. There are 48 sports in University was included within London’s and able-bodied users. You will also the BUCS competition so, for example, 2012 Pre-Games Training Camp Guide. find squash courts, a climbing wall, and you could represent USW at one of a studio for dance and martial arts. these: But what’s on offer goes way beyond Our facilities are • rugby union • rugby league • football weights and equipment. Whatever • golf • badminton • cricket • netball you do to keep fit, you’re likely to find so good that many • squash • trampolining • table tennis it at USW Sport. You can enjoy the • volleyball • basketball • hockey professional teams social side of sport, or try classes and • athletics courses in something totally new. From regularly use them for training
A £3.7m sport centre opened at the Park in September 2010. This includes a six-court hall, strength and conditioning room, and a notational analysis suite, as well as lecture rooms and offices. Together with our outdoor facilities, USW Sport Park is one of the finest university sports coaching and training venues in the country.
Did you know?
Many of our student teams are league winners.
USW Sport Park
26 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. The Sport Centre has got loads of health and fitness classes that are good value for money. It’s for all different abilities and you can try things that you haven’t had the chance to try before, like archery. Liam Gladwish, BSc (Hons) International Wildlife Biology
Main Hall, USW Sport Park
Performance Sport Sport qualifications Programme USW Sport also provides academic The Performance Sport Programme aids courses, from Foundation degrees the development of talented student to PhD research. Alongside these, athletes. Focus Sport helps students we offer National Governing Body achieve excellence in their chosen coaching awards that are available to sport, and there are Sports Scholarships all students. These coaching awards for students who compete at national and experience will put you in a strong or international level, and represent the position for a range of employment University in one of the BUCS sports. opportunities when you graduate. Few universities in the UK have Together, the University graduates with such a strong coaching of South Wales, Cardiff background and wealth of experience University and Cardiff as those from USW Sport. Turn to page Metropolitan University 198 to find out more. have formed the Cardiff/USW Institute Centre for Cricketing Excellence. It is one of only six Centres in the UK that ensure the best young cricketers can Get involved with combine higher education with their cricket development. USW Sport! Come to an Open Day or watch our video to find out how: Sport Centre, Treforest www.southwales.ac.uk/sport Campus, Pontypridd
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 27 Students’ Union The Students’ Union plays an important part in the life of every student and it’s much more than a place to party. It’s where you can seek advice, play sport, make new friends, find work and have your voice heard. That said, there’s plenty of entertainment when it’s time to put your studies aside and relax!
RUN BY STUDENTS FOR STUDENTS
Students’ Union, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
The Union is run by students for Socialising study. As well as this, there’s the Union students, so you get a say in how In this warm and friendly atmosphere bar in Cardiff at ATRiuM. Here, you can this is done. You automatically at Treforest, you can watch live sport buy food or relax between lectures. get membership of the Union as a on the big screen, enjoy a meal, grab a But at night, the place is transformed University of South Wales student, coffee, or just head for the sun terrace to offer an exciting programme of so you can make the most of what’s to relax. You can even get your hair cut events, from open mic nights to live available. With Union facilities on every or styled in the salon! There’s plenty music. At Glyntaff, there are plenty campus, we’re always here for you to entertain you when the sun goes of social spaces where you can take – plus you can enjoy what’s on offer down. From live bands and the pub a break and catch up with friends. at any campus, no matter where you quiz, to film screenings and theme We’ve started planning to expand usually study. nights, there’s always something good Union venues and services at Glyntaff happening. The Union offers a wide range of campus, so watch this space! services and activities, so when you’re The Union at Treforest Campus is for all not studying, the Union is the place students, regardless of where you to be.
28 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Most importantly, you will get more campaigns, passing on information You can get your out of your time at University – it’s your and giving feedback – all to help you, chance to try something completely the student. Look out for the Council hair cut, watch new or keep up existing interests. If noticeboards on each campus or check live sport or just your preferred activity or club isn’t on online, or come to one of the Council offer, simply find enough like-minded welcome events to meet your reps. head for the sun people and set up your own. Welfare terrace to relax Employment University is a fantastic experience, If you want part-time work while but being a student can be completely Sport you study, you can mix business with different from the life you led before pleasure. The Union needs staff for We have excellent sports facilities at the and it’s understandable if you have a everything from bar work to being a University of South Wales. Our teams few problems along the way. Don’t feel student ambassador. The Job Shop compete in the British Universities you have to get through it alone – the advertises vacancies across all our Colleges and Sport (BUCS) Leagues Welfare Service is here to listen and campuses. They can also advise you every Wednesday and you can try out help, whether your problem is financial, on volunteering, or help you get your for these at the start of term. If you are emotional or educational. business ideas up and running. good at your chosen sport, you could be selected to represent the Welsh and Access all areas British universities teams. We will give Get involved There are three Student Councils, you details on trying out for a team Visit www.uswsu.com for each made up of reps from all before you arrive, but you can find out a taste of Union life at the walks of student life. Whatever and more about USW Sport on page 26. University of South Wales. wherever you study, you will have the opportunity to raise concerns, suggest Clubs and societies change or tell people how great things Whatever your passion, from human are, just by getting in touch with rights to big band music, there’s a club Student Council members. or society for you. If you join a society, The Students’ Union is a you will meet lots of new people and These Councillors are also here to brilliant building! It’s the hub get involved in all sorts of activities, support the campus Vice-Presidents of everything that goes on from demonstrations to days out. – attending meetings, running and there’s a good variety of nights out and events.
Noel Williams, BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance
ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 29 International students We are proud of our international outlook and the many nationalities across our campuses, including lecturing staff.
Each year, thousands of students come The University recognises many International Foundation here from over 60 countries. You will qualifications from around the world. Programme (IFP) be a valued member of our community, Our staff and representatives overseas If you are a high school leaver, you may and your ideas and culture will enrich can advise you on the equivalence of not be able to join a degree us as a university. your qualifications and recommend a programme in the UK straight away. study plan suitable for you. Different We provide an excellent International Here is a brief introduction to the courses have different entry Foundation Programme (IFP). When services we offer our international requirements. There are exact details you complete this programme, you can students to support you through the on each course page in this prospectus, progress to a Bachelors degree at the application process and during your or on our website: University of South Wales or another course. Turn to the next page to find www.southwales.ac.uk/courses UK university. Usual entry requirements out about the support we offer are a high school leaving certificate and international students while they study For undergraduate study, you also need IELTS 5.0. with us. a good command of English and must prove you have the equivalent of IELTS Enquiries and Applications 6.0 and TOEFL (IBT) 80. If you do not Specially trained staff in our meet our required English language Fees for overseas students International Office can help with your level, we can arrange for you to have (non-EU)* questions about the University and our English language training at the • Degree courses £10,750 courses. We have a network of University’s Centre for International • International Foundation representatives in many countries who English. For details of our entry Programme (IFP) £6,500 can also help you. You can find their requirements, visit: • Placement year £4,500 details on our website: www.southwales.ac.uk/ *Based on 2012-13 fees. www.southwales.ac.uk/ international international
I have made the most of my time at university by gaining employability skills. I won a prize for best project from the Institute of Mechanical Engineers. I solved a real-life problem given to me by the company Corus. I gained valuable work experience on this project and may be lucky enough to secure a job with them now.
Vivek Kapur, India BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
30 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Summer Graduation, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
Scholarships Partial tuition scholarships of up to This has been a particularly Did you know? £1,500 are available for undergraduate good home to develop my We have an International programmes. Please note that ideas and myself. With amazing Alumni Association, so you can scholarships do not apply to IFP, English facilities, very active and helpful keep in touch with friends for language courses or placement years. lecturers and teaching staff, and life, all over the world. You do not need to make a separate a good study environment, the application for a scholarship – you will University provides you a perfect be automatically considered when you setting for your studies. apply to study. You will get confirmation of any scholarship Besides study, I have had a More information award(s) with your offer letter. We may brilliant chance to get myself Download our International withdraw your scholarships if you do involved in many extracurricular Student Guide from: not keep to the terms and conditions. activities. Joining various societies and sports allows you www.southwales.ac.uk/ to meet many new people, international How to apply to share and learn from one Applicants for English and Foundation another, as well as to develop courses should complete the your skills. Wales has many University’s application form, which is wonderful locations to enjoy. I available online: have met many people, made More information www.southwales.ac.uk/ tonnes of friends and learnt a international lot this far; it’s been an amazing and services for experience. Undergraduate applicants should overseas students usually apply through UCAS (see page Christine Kariuki, Kenya 222). Once you have received an offer, BSc (Hons) Business our staff will tell you how to book Information Technology accommodation, make a fee payment and make a visa application.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 31 Students from the EU Studying in a different country is a life-changing experience that will help you grow academically, personally and prepare you for your career.
Every year, we welcome students from all over Europe who want to improve their employability and develop their language skills. Students from the EU also benefit from financial support towards their tuition fees.
Once you’ve found a course that you’re interested in studying, you’ll find lots more information specific to your country on our website. Simply visit www.southwales.ac.uk/eu. Here, you can check your qualifications and tuition fees, and see who you need to contact to find out more about our courses. You can also watch videos, read about students who have already chosen to study here, and see what they have to say.
We offer lots of support for overseas students. As well as help with everyday life in the UK, there are societies and events where you can get together with people from your home country, and meet new people from other countries. You can find out more on the page opposite.
If you’re interested in applying to study Student Services, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd here, you’ll find entry requirements on our website, and details of how to apply on page 222. If you would like to speak to someone and get advice in person, our website also has dates When the university offers came out the decision was easy – the course of when members of our EU team will and the University as a whole had so much more to offer than anywhere visit your country, or contact details of back home. Although a little apprehensive, I packed up my life and made our representatives in your country. the move to Cardiff. It has turned out to be the best decision of my life.
This is so much more than I had ever anticipated. Financially I am well supported with grants from the Welsh Government, scholarships from Did you know? the University, I also have a job working for the University as a student ambassador. In my spare time I play volleyball for the university team and You may be eligible for grants am a member of the student council, and love going out in the amazing from the Welsh Government Students’ Union and having the craic with a few mates, classmates, team- towards your study. Visit mates and council members. www.southwales.ac.uk/eu for the latest information. Sarah Valkenborghs, Ireland BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences
32 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. International Student Support Service We make sure you have all the help you need before you arrive and during your time at the University, and we have advisers dedicated to the welfare of international students.
Throughout your course, International Careers & Employability Student Support Service (ISSS) staff can Service help you with any non-academic, The University’s Careers & Employability welfare-related issues such as visa Service can help you with your CV, applications, employment regulations, interview techniques and work adapting to a new culture and experience. International students can University regulations. work 10 or 20 hours per week in term-time and any number of hours To make your travel arrangements to in vacations. the University as easy as possible, we organise Arrival Services for when you Our Careers & Employability Service arrive in the UK. To help you settle in and the Students’ Union Employment and make friends before your course Service can help you find casual or starts, we also organise International part-time work while you are studying. Welcome Weeks in September and You can find more information on February. These are a great chance to our website: learn more about University life before www.southwales.ac.uk/ukworking starting your studies.
We organise events and trips throughout the year, designed to help you integrate and make the most of your time in the UK. You could even join the International Society for more events and trips in the UK.
To find out more, visit www.southwales.ac.uk/intsupport.
I only have good things to say about International Welcome Week. When I arrived I was afraid that I would feel alone, but the activities really helped me bond with other students. Actually I didn’t miss my family and friends at all since I was enjoying the trips and parties. The best friends that I have now are the ones that I met in the International Welcome Week.
Felipe Barrocco, Brazil BA (Hons) Graphic Communication
Trip to Abergavenny Museum
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 33 Cymraeg: Mae’n gwneud gwahaniaeth Mae llawer o gyfleoedd i ti ddefnyddio dy Gymraeg yn y Brifysgol – yn gymdeithasol neu fel rhan o dy gwrs. Manteisia ar y cyfleoedd hyn er mwyn sicrhau dy fod yn ehangu dy orwelion ac yn datblygu sgiliau dwyieithog a fydd yn cryfhau dy botensial gyrfaol ar gyfer y dyfodol. Yn wir, mae ymchwil yn dangos bod cyflogwyr yn edrych fwyfwy ar recriwtio pobl sydd hefyd yn medru cynnig gwasanaeth a sgil pellach o allu gweithio yn y Gymraeg a’r Saesneg yng Nghymru.
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Cyfleoedd Cyfrwng Mae’n bosibl dilyn BA (Anrh) Am wybodaeth pellach, cer i Cymraeg Astudiaethau Cymraeg Proffesiynol www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg. Ein nod fel Prifysgol yw cefnogi fel cwrs cyfunol gyda phwnc arall Mae’r Brifysgol hefyd yn rhan o gynllun myfyrwyr cyfrwng Cymraeg i barhau i (gweler tudalen 215), neu ambell i ysgoloriaethau’r Coleg Cymraeg ddatblygu eu sgiliau yn y ddwy iaith. fodiwl o fewn cynllun gradd mewn Cenedlaethol. Cer i wefan y Coleg O ganlyniad, darperir cyfleoedd ar lefel rhai pynciau penodol (mae rhestr Cymraeg i gael gweld pa gyrsiau sy’n academaidd. O ran y ddarpariaeth lawn ar y wefan neu e-bostia gymwys ac am wybodaeth pellach hynny, cynigwn yr isod yng Nghaerdydd [email protected]). am y broses ymgeisio: a Phontypridd: Rydym hefyd yn cynnig rhai modiwlau www.colegcymraeg.ac.uk a chyfleoedd o fewn pynciau drwy • BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Cymraeg gyfrwng y Gymraeg – darperir Mae’r Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol yn Proffesiynol (Prif/Is-bwnc): Q560 cyfleoedd yn y Gyfraith, Gwyddorau’r gweithio mewn partneriaeth â • BA (Anrh) Theatr a Drama: W404 Heddlu, Newyddiaduriaeth a phrifysgolion ar draws Cymru i • BA (Anrh) Cynhyrchu’r Cyfryngau: Chyfathrebu Graffeg. ehangu’r cyfleoedd astudio sydd ar P310 gael i fyfyrwyr prifysgol. Gelli di wneud I wybod mwy, cer i: • BA (Anrh) Cerddoriaeth Boblogaidd: apwyntiad i gael sgwrs gyda staff am y www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg W340 ddarpariaeth sydd ar gael ar dy gwrs di. • BSc (Anrh) Technoleg Cerddoriaeth: I gael mwy o wybodaeth ac i ymaelodi J937 Ysgoloriaethau Cyfrwng â’r Coleg Cymraeg, cer i: Cymraeg • BSc (Anrh) Technoleg Sain: J938 www.colegcymraeg.ac.uk • BA (Anrh) Rheoli Busnes: N201 Mae’r Brifysgol yn cynnig ysgoloriaeth • BA (Anrh) Rheolaeth Adnoddau unigryw i fyfyrwyr sy’n dymuno astudio Dynol: N602 o leiaf un modiwl y flwyddyn trwy • BA (Anrh) Marchnata: N502 gyfrwng y Gymraeg.
34 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Cyflwyno dy waith yn meysydd astudio’r Brifysgol.Brifysgol. Mae Mae rhestr rhestr Y Gymdeithas Gymraeg y Gymraeg lawn arar wefanwefan yy Brifysgol,Brifysgol, Mae myfyrwyr y Brifysgol wedi sefydlu Anogir myfyrwyr sydd â diddordeb i www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg, ,neu Cymdeithas Gymraeg er mwyn rhoi gyflwyno eu gwaith drwy gyfrwng y e-bostianeu e-bostia [email protected] cymraeg@southwales. . cyfle i fyfyrwyr Cymraeg gymdeithasu Gymraeg i siarad â’u tiwtor personol ac.uk. gyda’i gilydd. Maen nhw’n trefnu neu’r darlithydd i drafod yr opsiynau. Llety penodol ar gyfer gweithgareddau amrywiol iawn. Mae Yn sgil y drafodaeth hon, bydd y siaradwyr Cymraeg mwy o wybodaeth ar: Brifysgol yn chwilio am ddarlithydd www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg Os wyt ti’n siarad Cymraeg, neu’n perthnasol a fydd yn medru marcio ac dysgu’r iaith, ac eisiau byw gyda asesu dy waith neu’n trefnu cyfieithu siaradwyr Cymraeg eraill yn y Cynllun Iaith Gymraeg dy waith i’r Saesneg. Mae’r Brifysgol neuaddau preswyl ym Mhontypridd y Brifysgol hefyd yn cynnig gwasanaeth neu Caerdydd, mae’r Brifysgol yn Mae’r Brifysgol wedi ymrwymo i cefnogaeth astudio trwy gyfrwng y cynnig opsiwn i ti wneud hynny. Gelli fonitro a chynyddu ei defnydd o’r iaith Gymraeg. di nodi’r dewis hwn ar dy ffurflen gais Gymraeg yn unol â’i Chynllun Iaith am lety. Gymraeg – i ddarllen y Cynllun, cer i Tiwtor personol yn dy faes wefan y Brifysgol: sydd yn medru’r Gymraeg www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg Beth am ehangu dy ddefnydd o’r iaith Cyfleoedd Cymraeg fel rhan o dy astudiaethau drwy wneud cais am Diwtor Personol sy’n medru’r Edrycha am y symbol hwn Gymraeg, lle bo hynny’n ymarferol am wybodaeth am gyfleoedd cyfrwng Cymraeg y Brifysgol. Roeddwn yn gwybod fy mod bosibl. Mae siaradwyr Cymraeg ymhlith i eisiau astudio trwy gyfrwng y darlithwyr ac uwch ddarlithwyr rhai Gymraeg. I mi, mae’n bwysig cynnal a gwella fy sgiliau siarad ac ysgrifennu yn y ddwy iaith. Er fy mod i’n Gymraes iaith gyntaf ac wedi gwneud Cymraeg lefel-A, mae fy sgiliau ysgrifennu a pherfformio yn WELSH: IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Gymraeg wedi gwella ers dod i’r Brifysgol. Dwi’n credu bydd hyn There are two official languages in Wales – Welsh and English. yn ddefnyddiol pan fydda i’n You can see and hear both across the country, from signs in shops dechrau chwilio am waith. to students studying through the medium of Welsh here at the Siân Williams, University. BA (Anrh) Theatr a Drama (llwybr dwyieithog) Bilingualism – it’s a skill If you speak Welsh and choose to come to the University of South Wales, you can study some courses and modules through the medium of Welsh. This isn’t just for courses about the Welsh language, but in other subject areas like Drama, Music and Business.
The language and you There is an increasing need for employees who can speak Welsh and English, so learning the language could benefit your career INSPIRED? if you stay in Wales after graduation. You can find some useful sayings and the learning opportunities around campus at To find out more visit: www.southwales.ac.uk/welsh. www.southwales.ac.uk/welsh Welsh for Adults Centre One of six Welsh language centres in Wales, there is a Welsh for Adults Centre is based at the University. Its goal is to deliver high-standard courses with fun, interactive opportunities for learners at all levels. Visit www.southwales.ac.uk/welsh for more information and to sign up for your Welsh phrase of the day.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 35 Choosing a course Finding the right degree course is a big task. With so many courses and subjects on offer, deciding what you want to study can be difficult. Here’s some advice on how to choose the course and type of study that’s right for you.
It is important that you find out as much as possible about the courses that interest you, so you can make an informed decision. Before you choose which undergraduate course you want to study, here are few things to think about.
Who? Think about the kind of person you are and what you like doing. What are you good at? What have you already studied that you enjoyed? What kind of work would you like to do eventually?
It’s also important you enjoy what you study and how you are taught. Do you prefer research with written sources, or do you want hands-on experience? Course entries tell you about what you will learn, as well as how you will study. We even indicate the type of jobs you LRC, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd might get after you graduate.
What? It’s possible to study What degree could you study? We Science has always some of our courses have grouped our courses by subject been my strong point – areas, so you can browse through I enjoyed Biology A-level part-time – check each courses in areas that interest you. experiments and research. I chose These subject areas are arranged A -Z. course page for details the University If you know exactly which course you because of the want to study, just turn to page 238, uniqueness of Where? where you can find all our courses the course. The When you have seen our outstanding listed A - Z by name. There are also lists enthusiasm of the courses, facilities and graduate of related courses at the start of each lecturers rubs off employment rate, we hope you will subject area. So you may start looking on you and choose the University of South Wales. in one area, but find your ideal inspires you to course elsewhere. If you want to see our campus work hard. before you decide, why not come to one of our Open Days? Look inside Liam Gladwish, the front cover for details, or visit BSc (Hons) www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays International to register online. Wildlife Biology
36 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. You will see different types of courses in this prospectus too, from Foundation At the end of the day it’s degrees to multidiscipline degrees. the course that matters. Be Here’s what you need to know about prepared for hard work and to each type of course. be dedicated. My favourite is project work and doing visuals Single Honours degrees on a computer. You get ideas Single Honours degrees let you in your head, then they come concentrate your study on one subject. together and you can show If you know exactly what you want to them to people. do when you graduate, this could be the option for you. Although you study Sara Foster, one subject in depth, these courses BA (Hons) Interior Design still have some flexibility. As well as core modules, you can choose from a selection of optional modules to specialise in areas of interest to you.
Joint Honours degrees Need answers? If you like two subjects you could consider our Joint Honours degrees, If you want advice on what and where you study two subjects equally. how to study, we have a team If you want to keep your career options of professionals who can help open, Joint Honours is probably the you make the decision that’s best route for you. You can find more right for you. Call us today: information on page 38. 08455 76 77 78
Major/Minor Honours degree If you want to study one subject in depth (the Major) but would like to strengthen it with a related subject (the Minor), then choose a Major/ Minor option. For example, you could complement a Major study of Law with YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE a Minor in Criminology. Turn to page 38 for more information. Don’t forget, the information in this prospectus is just the beginning. Combined Honours degree There are lots of ways to find out more about our courses. You can Our Combined Honours degree is look on our website, www.southwales.ac.uk/courses, or check the among the most flexible in the UK relevant subject pages – you’ll find profiles, pictures and videos, as well – you can pretty much design your as what our students have to say. own BA or BSc. Staff can help you If you have any queries about the courses that interest you, just give us a select subjects and modules that will call. Our friendly, expert advisers will be happy to answer your questions transform your aims and interests into and give you the advice you need. They can also send you more details a programme of study. Turn to page 39 about your subject and the opportunities waiting for you here. Our to find out more. number is at the bottom of every page, though students outside the UK should call +44 (0)1443 654 450.
Key Information Sets If you are excited by what we have to offer, why not come and see us? Our Open Days are the best way to find out about your course, by going You can find Key Information to talks and chatting with lecturers and students. Simply book your place Sets (KIS) data for each course online: www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays on our website: www.southwales.ac.uk/ courses
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 37 Design your own degree If you want to study more than one subject, you can combine areas that interest you. For even more flexibility, the Combined Studies programme lets you choose modules from a range of subjects, so you can design your own degree.
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Check each course entry to see Major and Minor BSc (Hons) Subject A with Subject B, eg, if you can study it with other Honours degrees BSc (Hons) Psychology with Education. subjects. There are popular Major/Minor Honours degrees combine combinations at the start of Some Major awards have professional two subject areas, with more time each subject area, or you can body accreditation. For example, a spent studying one (the Major) than find a full list of combinations Major in Law would still qualify you the other (the Minor). They usually on our website: for an LLB, and a Major in Psychology involve four modules in the Major www.southwales.ac.uk/ would give you the Graduate Basis for subject and two modules in the Minor courses subject, in years two and three. Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. The two subjects are linked by ‘with’ in the title of the award. If the Major Joint Honours degrees are in the Sciences, you will get a element of your award is Arts-based On a Joint Honours degree you study BSc (Hons). If you have one of each, (eg, Humanities, Social Sciences or two subject areas equally, with three the Science-based subject will appear Business) you will be awarded a modules in each subject in years two first and you will graduate with a BA (Hons). If the Major element is a and three. The title of the award will BSc (Hons). The final award will read Science (eg, Mathematics or Physical contain both subjects linked by ‘and’. BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) Subject A Geography) you will get a BSc (Hons). If both subjects are based in the Arts, and Subject B, eg, BA (Hons) English The final award will read BA (Hons) or you will get a BA (Hons). If both parts and History.
38 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Combined Studies degrees Our Combined Honours degree The flexibility offered on the UCAS code: Y003 programme is a more flexible course Combined Studies programme It is very important to specify the of study – you can choose to study allowed me to discover where codes of the subjects you wish to between two and five subjects from a my skills lay and tailor my degree study. Contact us on varied list. as my interests developed. I 08455 76 77 78 for details. received expert support, which, It is a great choice if you want to study Entry requirements: coupled with the excellent different areas that match your career This is dependent on your subject teaching from individual subject aims exactly. As you progress, you can combinations, but usually 260 tutors, made my undergraduate drop some subjects to focus on others. tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level experience very enjoyable and We give support and guidance to make (see page 218). There may be productive. sure your programme of study reflects specific requirements depending what you want to do. Claire Flay, on the combination you choose. BA (Hons) Combined Studies The programme is governed by the Course length: University’s academic regulations, just • Full-time 3 years like any other degree. Provided you • Part-time 4-6 years pass enough credits at each level, you will receive an Honours degree at the end of your course. If you study mostly Contact us Arts modules, your certificate will read BA (Hons) Combined Studies. If you If you want advice on what and study mostly Science modules, you how to study, we have a team of will graduate with a BSc (Hons) professionals who can help you Combined Studies. make the decision that’s right for you. Call us today: Class contact hours and teaching 08455 76 77 78 methods vary from module to module. A typical Arts module may have one lecture and one seminar each week. For a Science module, you may have to go to a lecture, a tutorial and a practical session every week. On average, the total class contact hours per week would be 12-18 hours.
Assessment varies from module to module. Some have formal examinations, while others have coursework only. Some may involve presentations or even performances.
Employers often appreciate that students who design their own degrees can be more decisive, think independently and develop good self-management skills.
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100% of our final year Combined Studies students expressed overall satisfaction with the quality of their course. (National Student Survey 2012) LRC, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 39 A Accounting and Finance Accounting and Finance
Accounting Work Placement: Atradius
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance 41 BA (Hons) Forensic Accounting 42 BA (Hons) International Accounting 43 BSc (Hons) Finance 44 Foundation Degree Finance (Financial Planning) 45 Foundation Degree Insurance 46
Related courses Business courses 58 Financial Mathematics 151 Did you know?
We have over 30 years’ We offer Accounting courses at our City campus in experience in delivering Newport too – see page 216 for details. Accounting and Finance courses. Students have consistently registered their satisfaction with our Accounting courses. In the National Student Survey 2012, 96% of final year students said they were satisfied with their course.
40 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance A
Accountancy careers offer great salaries, travel opportunities and the Finance and Accounting chance to work your way to the top. UCAS course code: N420 • Sandwich N421 If you don’t want to specialise just yet, study (subject to validation). A great UCAS campus code: A this is the most general of our option if you want a mixture of accountancy degrees. It gives you a academic and practical learning, Entry requirements: 280 UCAS solid grounding in four main themes: teaching and assessment. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level financial reporting, management (see page 218) accounting, financial management and How you will study computerised accounting systems. This You will learn through a mix of Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) makes it a perfect foundation for many lectures, tutorials, workshops, different careers in the profession. In e-learning techniques and directed Length: Full-time 3 years the first year you will develop a broad self-study. As well as our links with the • Part-time 6 years understanding of the role of the ACCA, you will benefit from regular • Sandwich 4 years accountant in business, before taking presentations from guest lecturers an in-depth look at the many areas of representing many aspects of the Combination: Yes (see page 36) accounting in years two and three. profession. Throughout your course, you will get practical experience of Location: Treforest Campus, This course is fully accredited by the the accounting, auditing, and general Pontypridd Association of Chartered Certified software packages you will use after Accountants (ACCA) – the global body you graduate – another skill for Accreditation: Association of for professional accountants. If you your CV. Chartered Certified Accountants successfully complete your degree, you (ACCA) will gain exemption from 9 of the 14 Most modules are assessed by papers you need to sit for ACCA examinations and coursework – helping membership. Not only will you you develop your employability skills graduate with a fantastic degree, you through the use of IT, preparing written will be only five papers away from a reports, and giving presentations. professional qualification, making you Accounting is also available at especially attractive to employers. You can also choose to study over four HND level. years, so you can spend a year in the Course content workplace gaining practical experience and putting what you have learnt into Your first year studies will include practice. Placements are offered with a financial accounting, management number of organisations, including accounting, the use of information My favourite part is probably Atradius – one of the world’s largest technology and quantitative the coursework because it’s really credit insurers; Alcatel-Lucent – a global techniques, the accountant in business, challenging. The tutors support communications industry leader; and and finance and business law. Year two you to achieve your potential. You the Welsh Government. Names like this will further your understanding of really are learning something new on your CV will help you stand out financial reporting, performance every day. You also get a huge from the crowd. management and control, number of exemptions, so you computerised accounting systems, only have to sit five ACCA exams audit and assurance, corporate finance Career potential to be Chartered. Plus, my work and taxation. All kinds of financial careers will be placement year counts towards available to graduates of this course, one of the three years’ experience The final year explores advanced and in a variety of organisations. You I need. I’m definitely really glad I aspects of accounting with options to could also consider specialising in came to this university. study specialist modules, including management or financial accounting, Stephanie Thomas, forensic accounting and the theory and tax-related work or management BA (Hons) Accounting practice of equity trading, where you consultancy. Accounting and finance is and Finance would make use of our simulation an ideal foundation for senior trading room. You could also apply for management roles, or even starting a short-term placement (up to three your own business. months) as part of your final year of 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 41 A BA (Hons) Forensic Accounting
Forensic accounting is financial detective work. It combines accounting with IT and investigative skills, and forensic accountants often give UCAS course code: N490 evidence in a court of law. This is a growing area of accounting and all • Sandwich N491 larger firms, as well as many medium-sized firms, now have specialist UCAS campus code: A forensic accounting departments. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This course is fully accredited by the choose two options from a range of tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Association of Chartered Certified subjects, including advanced financial (see page 218) Accountants (ACCA), the global body reporting, international issues in for professional accountants. accounting and audit, global Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) Successfully complete this degree and governance, and risk and ethics. you could gain exemption from 9 of Length: Full-time 3 years Accounting and Finance the 14 papers you need to sit for ACCA How you will study • Part-time 6 years membership. So not only will you Our student-focused approach is a • Sandwich 4 years graduate with a fantastic degree, but great way to engage with the subject, you will also be one step closer to a tutors and fellow students. You will be Location: Treforest Campus, professional qualification. taught through workshops, seminars Pontypridd and innovative e-learning techniques. Alongside teaching from qualified As well as our links with ACCA, you Accreditation: Association of accountants with years of industry will benefit from regular presentations Chartered Certified Accountants experience, you will also learn from from guest lecturers representing many (ACCA) forensic computing staff. With access aspects of the profession. You will get to the latest forensic hardware and practical experience of the accounting, software in their specially configured auditing, and general software labs, you will benefit from our staff packages you will use after you who investigate cases for local and graduate – more skills for your CV. national police forces, business, and government. You can also choose to study over four years, where you can spend a year in Course content the workplace to gain practical Forensic accounting is a very Your first and second years of study will experience. You could also apply for a good course. I will be in high follow the same areas as the BA (Hons) short-term placement (up to three demand, recognised as an Accounting and Finance degree. You months) as part of your final year of expert witness in most financial will then specialise in Forensic study (subject to validation). A great disputes, proving or disproving Accounting in the third year. option if you want a mixture of issues. Course material is put into academic and practical learning, Study in your first year will include context with the current business teaching and assessment. financial accounting, management market to help students with its accounting, the use of information practical application. Career potential technology and quantitative techniques, The world needs more forensic Maroba Toko, the accountant in business, and finance accountants in all kinds of sectors and BA (Hons) Forensic Accounting and business law. In year two you will organisations. Thanks to a shortage of further your understanding of financial people with relevant specialist skills, reporting, performance management you can expect to be well paid for your and control, computerised accounting talents. Forensic accountants work for systems, audit and assurance, corporate accounting firms, banks, insurance finance and taxation. companies and law firms. You will also In the final year, you can specialise possess general accounting skills, so through forensic accounting topics, you will have the same career computer forensics evidentiary practice, opportunities as accounting and and cases in auditing. You can also finance graduates.
42 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) International Accounting A
This is a traditional accounting course with an international flavour, which Finance and Accounting could see you working all over the world. The increasing globalisation of UCAS course code: N401 business means there has never been a better time to study a course like • Sandwich N402 this. It will make you a distinctive candidate when you start your career UCAS campus code: A after graduation – whether it’s in the UK, Europe or beyond. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS As well as general accountancy with an international or specialist tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level knowledge, you will come to accounting flavour, such as (see page 218) understand the business world from an international issues in accounting and international perspective, and gain skills audit, global governance, and Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) you can use in many professions. To international taxation. enhance your CV and career prospects, Length: Full-time 3 years you will use accountancy and auditing How you will study • Part-time 6 years software packages that you will use You will be taught through workshops, • Sandwich 4 years after you graduate, wherever in the seminars, and innovative e-learning world you work. techniques. Through our student- Location: Treforest Campus, focused approach, you will get to Pontypridd Many students on this course choose to engage with the subject, your tutors spend some time studying at a and fellow students. After the second university in Europe, with the added year, you can choose to undertake a opportunity to undertake a short period of study at a business school in I secured a graduate job with internship with a multi-national Europe (through the medium of KPMG towards the end of my company. We have links with English), getting real experience of work placement. Starting a career institutions in Holland, France, accounting in an international context. as an audit trainee with one of Denmark and Germany, where a the ‘Big Four’ companies and number of courses are delivered In addition, we will be offering an having my ACCA qualifications through the medium of English. This is extra-curricular ‘Leadership Academy’ financed is like a dream come a fantastic opportunity to learn about to our top performers. Students will be true for me! the similarities and differences between invited to apply for this scheme; those approaches in the UK and abroad, plus successful will benefit from additional Kerily Joakit, it could improve your final year grades. engagement with professionals BA (Hons) International As well as UK students wanting to working in the financial and Accounting work overseas, the course attracts professional services industry. They will students from across the globe, which develop further skills in negotiation, adds an additional international risk taking, risk management, and dimension to your studies. developing commercial opportunities – all very important additional skills to Course content reflect the changing nature of the Areas of study in your first year will finance and accounting professions. include financial accounting, management accounting, the use of Career potential information technology and Accountancy is a skill that is needed in quantitative techniques, the accountant every country in the world, so you will in business, and finance and business have flexibility and diversity in your law. In year two you will further your career. You might consider specialising understanding of financial reporting, in management or financial performance management and control, accounting, tax-related work or computerised accounting systems, management consultancy. Accounting audit and assurance, corporate finance and finance is an ideal foundation for and taxation. senior management roles, or even starting your own business. There are core modules in the final year, but you will also choose modules
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 43 A BSc (Hons) Finance*
If you aspire to a career in investment, finance or trading, this degree will give you the skills and experience to succeed. UCAS course code: N302 UCAS campus code: B The course has a strong mathematical to relevant organisations and you are flavour and will provide you with encouraged to attend specialist Entry requirements: 280 UCAS in-depth knowledge of financial guest lectures. You will be assessed tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level decision making, risk management and through written assignments, (see page 218) the behaviour of financial markets. examinations and/or project work. Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) In addition to theory, there will be You can also choose to study over four many opportunities to put what you years, so you can spend a year in the Length: Full-time 3 years learn into practice. You will have access workplace to gain practical experience • Part-time 6 years
Accounting and Finance to our trading simulation room, for and put what you have learnt into • Sandwich 4 years example, which is an ideal setting for practice. Work placements are offered a hands-on introduction to the theory with a number of organisations, Location: Atlantic House, and practice of equity trading. The including Atradius – one of the world’s Cardiff Campus University’s Centre for Financial and largest credit insurers – and the Welsh Professional Services also enjoys strong Government. Names like this on your links with employers and encourages all CV will certainly help you stand out *Subject to validation. students to take a work placement to from the crowd. gain valuable skills that will boost their You could also apply for a short-term employability. placement (up to three months) as part of your final year of study (subject to Course content validation). A great option if you want Year one: Introductory finance a mixture of academic and practical • Personal financial planning learning, teaching and assessment. • Quantitative skills • Financial accounting • Management accounting In addition, we will be offering an and IT • Law extra-curricular ‘Leadership Academy’ to our top performers. Students will be Year two: Finance • Financial reporting invited to apply for this scheme; those • Taxation • Econometrics • Portfolio successful will benefit from additional theory • International finance engagement with professionals Year three: Financial management working in the financial and • Theory and practice of equity trading professional services industry. They will • Behavioural finance • Finance develop further skills in negotiation, research • Choice of options risk taking, risk management, and developing commercial opportunities How you will study – important additional skills required in In addition to self-guided study, the finance and accounting professions. lectures, seminars, group work and exercises, you will benefit from taught Career potential sessions delivered by professionally This degree has been developed in qualified tutors who are experts in conjunction with employers, the their field. Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), and You will also complete reading and the Chartered Institute for Securities assignments such as group projects, and Investment (CISI). As such, strategic analysis of organisations, graduates will be prepared for careers deliver presentations, analyse case in banks, investment management studies, and prepare marketing and and consultancy. business plans. We arrange study visits
44 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Foundation Degree Finance (Financial Planning) A
If you are interested in a career in one of the fastest growing industries Finance and Accounting in the UK, the Foundation Degree in Finance offers an excellent UCAS course code: N300 opportunity for you to participate in work-related study. UCAS campus code: B
Benefiting from the University’s strong year will give you a thorough Entry requirements: 160 UCAS links with the Chartered Insurance grounding in key areas of finance, points and/or relevant industrial Institute (CII), the Institute of Financial financial law and business, which you experience (see page 218) Planners (IFP), and some of the can apply in the workplace. major high street banks and building Length: Full-time 2 years societies, this course reflects current How you will study practice in the financial services sector This course is taught through Location: Atlantic House, and will ensure that you are in a strong lectures, workshops, tutorials, Cardiff Campus position to start a career in this field. computer laboratory-based classes and This course is also suitable for those guest lectures from employers. You already working in financial services will have access to our fully equipped who would like to enhance their level trading simulation room, which is This is a fantastic place to of qualifications. the ideal setting for a hands-on study as it has it all − from introduction to the theory and practice You will gain a broad understanding excellent, helpful staff to top of of equity trading. of issues in this fast-paced industry. the range facilities. Each module The course also covers all aspects of has given me vast knowledge on personal financial planning such as Career potential every sector of financial services protection, planning for retirement, Through this Foundation Degree you and puts me in a great position to saving and investing, taxation, wills will develop your knowledge, skills, pursue a career in this sector. and trusts, and professional standards, and understanding of all aspects of Joe Nash, including regulation and the role of finance. You will also develop skills Foundation Degree Finance government. that are highly valued by employers, such as business and customer (Financial Planning) You will be taught by professionally awareness, self-management, problem qualified accountants and CII solving, team working, numeracy and qualified professionals with a wealth communication. of experience – the CII is the most recognised professional organisation This course leads to a variety of for the insurance and financial services career options in the finance sector, industry. either working for a financial services company or becoming self-employed Course content as an independent financial planner. By graduation, you will have advanced You will study core and optional knowledge of the global business modules that will equip you with environment and how organisations are essential skills for work in the financial managed and operate – another great sector. You will undertake two work- boost to your CV. based learning modules – one for each year of the course. Opportunities Wales is one of the fastest growing include placements with some of locations for financial services the major high street banks, building investment. In Wales, and specifically societies and independent financial Cardiff, future investment in the planning firms. growth of financial services is likely to attract additional potential employers You will be introduced to the main who will need people with the relevant concepts of financial systems, planning skills and qualifications to fill these and management to develop your important roles. awareness of the financial environment in relation to business. Your second
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 45 A Foundation Degree Insurance*
The UK insurance industry is one of the largest in the world, supported by a thriving market of products that protect individuals and businesses UCAS course code: N322 against risks. UCAS campus code: B
From insuring against the breakdown Alongside traditional approaches to Entry requirements: 160 UCAS of equipment that could lead to a loss teaching, you will have the opportunity points and/or relevant industrial in profit, to covering a person to travel to complete work-based learning experience (see page 218) abroad, there is a diverse range of activities, including short-term work insurance products available to placements within the insurance Length: Full-time 2 years businesses and individuals that protect industry, during the first and second • Part-time 3 years against risks and help provide greater years of study. peace of mind. Location: Atlantic House,
Accounting and Finance You will usually have to complete Cardiff Campus On this Foundation Degree, you will coursework as you progress and cover all aspects of the sector, from sit exams at the end of each selling insurance to handling and academic year. *Subject to validation. investigating claims. By graduation, you can be confident you have the Career potential knowledge and skills to succeed in this The course has been developed in specialist field. consultation with employers and the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), the Course content leading professional body in the Year one: financial services market, to ensure that • Understanding financial services our graduates are qualified to meet the regulation demands of this industry. • Management of financial information Through this Foundation Degree you • Introduction to insurance products will develop your knowledge, skills, and • Customer service understanding of all aspects of • Work-based learning and reflection insurance. You will also develop skills portfolio 1 that are highly valued by employers, Year two: such as business and customer • Law relating to insurance and awareness, self-management, problem financial services solving, team working, numerical and • Marketing insurance products communicative skills. and services In Wales, and specifically Cardiff, future • Insurance broking and claims investment in the growth of insurance handling practice services is likely to attract additional • Customer sales potential employers who will need • Work-based learning and people with relevant skills and reflection portfolio 2 qualifications to fulfil roles within their organisations. How you will study Taught by professionally qualified By the time you graduate, you will have accountants and finance professionals an advanced knowledge of the global with a wealth of experience, you will business environment, and how learn through a variety of lectures, organisations are managed and workshops, tutorials, computer operate – another boost to your CV. laboratory-based classes, and guest lectures from employers.
46 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Animation and A
Visual Effects Effects Visual and Animation
‘Botanical Nightmare’ – Thomas Lucas, BA (Hons) Animation
BA (Hons) Animation 48 BA (Hons) Computer Animation 49 BA (Hons) Computer Games Enterprise 50 BA (Hons) Game Art 51 BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics 53
Related courses Art and Design 55 Did you know? Graphic Communication 83 Our graduates are employed Interior Design 118 throughout the world with credits on the latest blockbuster movies TV and Film Set Design 89 and computer games.
We offer Animation and Game Design courses at our City campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 47 A BA (Hons) Animation
If you are a creative individual who wants to enter the 2D or stop-motion animation industry, this course is an exciting opportunity to get started. UCAS course code: W615 Our highly successful and well-established BA (Hons) Animation has an (see page 222 for deadline) excellent reputation for producing competent young animation UCAS campus code: B professionals. We designed this course to train animators and we now Entry requirements: 280 UCAS offer you the chance to specialise in conceptual design for animation. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level This course is recognised by Creative How you will study (see page 218) Skillset, the creative industries’ Sector Your practical work will be Skills Council, and carries the Creative complemented and enhanced by Additional criteria: An A-level in Skillset Tick, which indicates courses theory modules. A module in visual an art and design-related subject. best suited to prepare people for studies will develop your observation Applicants will be required to a career in the creative industries. skills, while film studies will provide a attend a 20-minute interview with This official seal of approval means context for your practical work, and portfolio. The portfolio should
Animation and Visual Effects we benefit from significant industry business studies will ensure you have a provide evidence of drawing support that will inform your studies. thorough understanding of the industry ability, problem solving when This course is also part of the Skillset and the marketplace. applied to course projects from Media Academy Wales, a partnership idea to presentation, IT skills, with Aberystwyth University and Cardiff Career potential written work, 3D ‘real’ models, University. Many career opportunities exist in etc. This portfolio should be supported by sketchbooks and You will have plenty of opportunities the animation industry. Our graduates visual diaries, a memory stick of to gain hands-on experience and will have worked on productions such as digital files, and photographs of study key business areas that will Fantastic Mr Fox, Tim Burton’s The 3D work if too large to bring to help your employment prospects. Corpse Bride, Wallace and Gromit, interview. We recommend that During your second year, there is also Chicken Run, Bob the Builder, applicants prepare by attending an opportunity to study abroad by Fireman Sam, and The Cramp Twins, additional classes in life and applying for a place on our exchange at prestigious studios such as Warner observational drawing. programme with one of our partner Bros, a-Productions, Aardman Animations, Cosgrove Hall, Hot institutions. Length: Full-time 3 years Animation, Calon, Telemagination, and HRA Associates. You can see Course content Location: ATRiuM, some of our students’ work on our Your first year will concentrate on Cardiff Campus website. gaining basic animation techniques for 2D and stop-motion animation through practical exercises. Once you have mastered these, you will develop advanced skills using traditional and I greatly enjoyed my time digital animation. at the University. The tutoring, course content and facilities In years two and three, you can at ATRiuM all enabled me to specialise in the following areas: produce an award-winning • Character animation • Animated graduate film and gain short film-making • Design for employment in the animation animation • Flash animation • Concept industry. art • Storyboard art • Background art Thomas Lucas, • Character design • Stop-motion BA (Hons) Animation model/ puppet-maker/ sculptor for animation production
48 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Computer Animation A
This is an internationally recognised, award-winning course, where you Effects Visual and Animation will develop your creative talents and gain the practical technical skills UCAS course code: WW26 for a successful career in computer generated (CG) animation. (see page 222 for deadline) UCAS campus code: B This course is recognised by Creative How you will study Skillset, the creative industries’ Sector You will complete practical work using Entry requirements: 280 UCAS Skills Council, and carries the Creative industry-standard equipment and tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Skillset Tick, which indicates courses software, which is given a context (see page 218) best suited to prepare people for through taught modules in culture a career in the creative industries. and history. We also offer some Additional criteria: An A-level in This official seal of approval means elements of business studies to make an art and design-related subject. we benefit from significant industry you more attractive to employers. Applicants will be required to support that will inform your studies. This extra dimension will ensure you attend a 20-minute interview with This course is also part of the Skillset have a thorough understanding of the portfolio. The portfolio should Media Academy Wales, a partnership industry and the marketplace, whether evidence drawing ability, problem with Aberystwyth University and Cardiff in commercials, television broadcast solving when applied to course University. animation, special effects or CG projects from idea to presentation, feature films. IT skills, written work, 3D ‘real’ To boost your employability, we have models, etc. This portfolio should designed this course with professionals be supported by sketchbooks and in the animation industry. As a result, Career potential visual diaries, a memory stick of we can provide specialist training for Graduates from this course have digital files, and photographs of budding 3D digital animators and contributed to spectacular TV 3D work if too large to bring to artists to prepare them for work in film productions, including Dinotopia, interview. We recommend that and television animation, commercials Walking with Beasts, and Walking with applicants prepare by attending and VFX industries. During your second Dinosaurs. They have been employed additional classes in life and year, you can study abroad by applying at prestigious studios such as Sony observational drawing. for an exchange with one of our Pictures Imageworks (USA), Pdi/ Dreamworks (USA), Animal Logic international partner institutions. Length: Full-time 3 years (Australia), Core (Canada), Framestore CFC (UK), Double Negative (UK), Course content Location: ATRiuM, Cinesite (UK), and Aardman CG (UK). You will start with an introduction to Cardiff Campus 3D computer animation, 3D digital They have worked on the impressive art and compositing principles, and animated VFX sequences in films such progress to advanced computer-based as Inception, Iron Man 2, Paul, 2012, animation, and 3D digital art and Sherlock Holmes, The Fast and The compositing. Furious, The Smurfs, Green Lantern, Quantum of Solace, The Soloist, During years two and three, you can Hellboy II: The Golden Army, The Dark specialise in areas such as: Knight, The Boy in Striped Pyjamas, • Character animation • Creature Watchmen, Tales of Despereaux, The best thing for me was the animation • Animated short film- Hancock, I am Legend, Ghost Rider, links with Skillset and the way the making • 3D features artist • 3D SpiderMan 3, Monster House, Polar course allows you to specialise. environmental artist • 3D visualisation Express, Thunderbirds, Minority Report, I feel that ultimately these two artist • 3D visual effects artist • 3D Tomorrow Never Dies, and the Harry factors helped me get a job. pre-vis artist • 3D rigging technician Potter franchise. Jonny Hall, Junior Animator and 3D digital lighting artist at Framestore, London
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 49 A BA (Hons) Computer Games Enterprise*
This degree will produce creative graduates with specialist skills for careers in computer game production. These include game design, asset UCAS course code: I620 creation and management, 2D/3D modelling and computer games (see page 222 for deadline) production, consumer testing and marketing. This course has a strong UCAS campus code: B industry focus, so you will graduate with a detailed knowledge of the Entry requirements: 280 UCAS game design, development and production process. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level You will experience first-hand the mix How you will study (see page 218) of creative and technical skills required The course is taught through a to be a game designer. Throughout the combination of workshops, Additional criteria: An A-level course, you will work and learn as part demonstrations, seminars, lectures, an art or design-related subject. of a live game development team, individual and group tutorials/critiques, Applicants will be required to designing, developing, producing and while visiting speakers provide an attend an interview, to which publishing games for mobile devices, industry focus and complement the they should bring a portfolio of
Animation and Visual Effects consoles, PC and the web. You will teaching of our experienced tutors. relevant work. frequently change roles to develop Assessment is through regular different skills and perspectives in the coursework submissions, with Length: Full-time 3 years development process. examinations in some areas. Location: ATRiuM, The Computer Games Enterprise course There are opportunities to work with Cardiff Campus offers a unique learning environment other students on live, interdisciplinary where you produce published game projects, to hone your creativity, titles, which can attract large games communication skills and workflow. *Subject to validation. companies. These links can often lead This replicates the workplace and you to work experience opportunities, will gain essential skills for work in which will enhance your CV and boost the industry. your employability. The course runs an annual games Course content design competition, which is an important chance to showcase your Initial focus is on the game work to internal and external development cycle. Key study areas audiences. The competition is judged include the development of 2D game by a panel of industry experts and play mechanisms, and 3D game prizes are awarded at the end-of-year environment design. Driven by showcase. storytelling, aesthetics, engine overheads and game flow, these will Career potential underpin the ethos of game design, Due to the unique nature of this motivated by narrative developing. course, you will have already produced a number of published games by the Year two places emphasis on the time you complete the course. high-end technical art skills required in Therefore our graduates will already the emerging areas of 3D single and have a number of industry links and a multiplayer games, with a greater focus strong portfolio of work to present to on game metrics, play, quality potential employers. assurance and testing processes.
During the final year you can specialise in an area of your choice, with one-to-one tutor support. You will have more independence to develop vital skills in project management, and solve problems in technical and creative processes.
50 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Game Art A
The gaming industry is fast-paced and ever changing. As new Effects Visual and Animation technologies develop, gamers’ expectations and the demand for realistic UCAS course code: W281 and imaginative animation and graphics are getting higher and higher. (see page 222 for deadline) Creative professionals with the right technical skills are needed to create UCAS campus code: B the next generation of computer game art and animation. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS We have designed this extremely During the second and third years, you tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level successful and commercially oriented can specialise in one or more of the (see page 218) course with computer games experts. following areas: This means you will get specialist Additional criteria: An A-level in • Game character concepts, design training to become a professional 3D an art and design related subject workflows, 2D/3D modelling and games artist, by gaining contemporary is required. Applicants will be sculpting • Game environment and evolving game art skills for what is required to attend a 20-minute concepts, design workflows, 2D/3D a truly innovative industry. interview with portfolio. The modelling and sculpting • Photorealistic portfolio should provide evidence Computer studios at the ATRiuM 2D/3D game asset skills of drawing ability, problem solving have industry-specific software that when applied to course projects will enable you to bring your creative How you will study from idea to presentation, IT skills, ideas to life. Not only will you gain the Your practical work will be written work, 3D ‘real’ models, technical skills for a successful games strengthened by taught modules that etc. This portfolio should be career, but you will also develop your cover the culture and history of game supported by sketchbooks and creativity and the professional skills to playing, which will give you context visual diaries, a memory stick of succeed in this competitive industry. and background. There are also key digital files, and photographs of You can even consider studying abroad elements of business studies to ensure 3D work if too large to bring to at a partner institution as part of our you have a thorough understanding of interview. We recommend that exchange programme. the industry and the computer games applicants prepare by attending marketplace. additional classes in life and Course content observational drawing. This course has been designed to Career potential develop your passion, drive and Graduates have been employed at Length: Full-time 3 years commitment to become a highly a range of cutting-edge computer talented game artist, turning your game studios such as EA Games, Location: ATRiuM, dreams and aspirations into tangible, Sony (Playstation) Entertainments, Cardiff Campus marketable and industry-level game Crytek, Ninja Theory, Rare Microsoft artist skills. Games Ltd, Rockstar North, Lionhead Studios, Blitz Games, Climax, Frontier The course begins with an introduction Developments, Traveller’s Tales and to core game art skills such as concept Kuju Games, to name but a few. design, 3D modelling, 2D digital painting, and game environment development, using the latest game engine software. You will gain a greater understanding of these core skills through the study of comparative anatomy, architecture, and a range of airborne and land-based vehicle concept design workflows. You will also work on group projects with students from other courses to design, develop and publish games for PC console and mobile game environments.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 51 A Animation and Visual Effects
‘Day 83’ Animation and VFX group project
52 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics A
We are exposed to visual effects and motion graphics every day, from Effects Visual and Animation the latest films in the cinema, to commercials and promos on television. UCAS course code: W280 In the modern world, visual effects form an integral part of the story (see page 222 for deadline) and style of many film or television productions. A significant amount UCAS campus code: B of iconic and award-winning work for worldwide blockbusters is done Entry requirements: 280 UCAS in the UK, from the initial titles of a programme to complex compositing. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Throughout this course, you will learn How you will study (see page 218) how to bring your creative ideas to life, For a balance of practice and theory, using the latest digital technologies you will gain knowledge of the field Additional criteria: A-levels to create motion graphics and visual through specialist lectures, which are to include a relevant subject. effects. This hands-on approach means followed by hands-on sessions. As you Applicants will be required to you will receive specialist training for progress, you will specialise in areas attend an interview, to which visual effects and motion graphics. Not of interest to you. By the final year, they should bring a portfolio of only will you use the latest software, you will possess the skills to generate relevant work. but also high-definition cameras, a product from concept through to studio equipment and green screen finished piece. There will be visits from Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) technology – all at our ATRiuM building industry professionals, exhibitions and in Cardiff. This fully prepares you for workshops, possibly overseas. You will Length: Full-time 3 years employment in film and broadcast also have the opportunity to participate graphics, commercials and the VFX in national and international festivals Location: ATRiuM, industries. We also have successful links and competitions. These will help you Cardiff Campus with many local and national design develop a showreel of professional, and visual effects companies, who can broadcast quality work, which you can give you extra insight into the industry. show to potential employers.
This course is recognised by Creative The majority of your assessment (80%) This course is part of Skillset Skillset, Sector Skills Council, and is through presentation of practical Media Academy Wales. carries the Creative Skillset tick for the assignments, with remaining elements purposes of indicating courses best in written or multi-media form. You will suited to prepare for a career in the be expected to “pitch” your project creative industries. ideas and concepts to staff, leading VFX professionals and other students, Course content in a constructive and supportive We are an Apple Authorised Using industry-standard equipment, environment. This will enhance Training Centre for Education. you will gain key skills and techniques your employability by building your in digital compositing, cinematography, presentation and professional skills. non-linear editing, sound design, motion graphics, and 3D computer Career potential graphics. Projects such as TV and The practical elements of this course, film title design, Matte painting, 2D combined with your creativity, will and 3D tracking, colour grading, VFX ensure you develop the skills to go compositing and digital filmmaking, far in this industry. Graduates of this are all covered. course now work for high-profile TV and post-production companies To prepare you for the realities of throughout the country, including The business, you will gain knowledge Moving Picture Company, Framestore, and skills in areas that will boost your and Double Negative. Work at these employability, such as production, companies includes Harry Potter and copyright, distribution, interview the Deathly Hallows, Inception, techniques, how to prepare a digital Captain America, Iron Man 2, and portfolio, or set up your own business. The Chronicles of Narnia.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 53 A Art Art
Carly Wride, BA (Hons) Art Practice
Diploma in Foundation Studies – Art and Design 55 BA (Hons) Art Practice 57 There have been so many favourite parts of the Foundation Related courses Art and Design course for me – one aspect was the art trip to Animation courses 47 London, then Venice to see the Graphic Communication 83 Biennale and the works in the Arsenale – it was a really inspiring experience.
Allaster Grant, Diploma in Foundation Studies – Art and Design
I decided to study here because I had contact with other artists and through word-of- mouth; I was led to believe that it had the best facilities, the best space and the best tutors. And I was right.
Lee Brooks, BA (Hons) Art Practice
54 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Diploma in Foundation Studies – Art and Design A
Foundation Art and Design at the University of South Wales is a highly Art popular and exciting year-long course, considered one of the strongest UCAS course code: Not art and design courses in the UK. applicable. Applications should be made directly to the University A Foundation Diploma is the preferred How you will study using the online application form: route of entry for most degree courses You will be encouraged to develop a www.southwales.ac.uk/apply in art and design. The course offers a rich visual language, with emphasis on UCAS campus code: A range of experience, and an intensity analysis, creativity and experimentation. and diversity of training that no The programme of study also aims to Entry requirements: Three secondary school can offer. The course develop your critical awareness of the GCSEs at grade C or above, is run from the Treforest campus, and contemporary visual world and related plus grade C at A-level in an although the course is part of the contexts. art and design-related subject. further education structure, all students Students without art and design Assessment throughout the course is have full University status and qualifications may be considered by portfolio. There are formal privileges. on an individual basis. Interview assessments at the end of each stage. and portfolio required. This course is an invaluable opportunity to study a wide range of art and design Facilities for Foundation students disciplines, so you can make an include eight design studios, Length: Full-time 1 year informed decision about the direction photographic darkrooms and lighting studios, a 3D workshop, kiln room, you want to take in higher education Location: Treforest Campus, plaster room, and printmaking studios. art and design. Pontypridd You will have the opportunity to travel Course content overseas on a city visit, and make Our progressive programme starts with regular trips to museums and galleries. broad ‘taster’ studies and builds to your The course culminates with an final major project in one of these end-of-year student exhibition that is I’ve really enjoyed going round specialist areas: open to representatives from the art all the different disciplines and and design industries, schools, and the seeing how they differ from each • 3D design public. other, but also how they overlap, • Graphic design such as fine art into illustration. • Photography I’ve also learnt about the different • Illustration Career potential techniques and processes • Animation Students who successfully complete all along the way. • Fine art parts of the course will be awarded a Diploma Foundation Studies Art and • Fashion and textiles Ellen Rice, Design. While this is a valuable Diploma in Foundation Studies qualification in its own right and will – Art and Design provide you with excellent employment prospects, you can also apply for:
• University of South Wales degrees • An HND or BA degree course at an alternative university or college • A teacher training course
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3D design, Allaster Grant, Diploma in Foundation Studies – Art and Design
56 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Art Practice A
This degree will develop your creative ability across many different art Art forms. You will have the freedom to engage with a wide range of art UCAS course code: W990 practices, and historical and critical discourses to develop your own, UCAS campus code: A highly individual programme of study. Entry requirements: 260 UCAS This course is different from many In the final year, you are expected to tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level other fine art courses because it direct the content, pace and ambition (see page 218) encourages you to explore and of your art practice and theory. There experiment with many different art is an emphasis on independence and Additional criteria: Interview and forms. self-awareness, which leads to a portfolio required. A-levels should substantial public exhibition of your include an art or design-related Critical and professional studies will run work. subject. alongside your studio practice, which will enable you to project your work How you will study Length: Full-time 3 years into contemporary artistic and • Part-time 4-6 years You will work in the studio using our professional contexts. To enhance your Study abroad option available extensive specialist facilities. From a experience, we organise visits to traditional darkroom with digital suites galleries and museums in the UK and Location: Treforest Campus, to a fully equipped lighting studio and abroad for every level of the course Pontypridd 3D workshop, studying art here means (additional costs apply for trips). you can work in dedicated studio spaces. This allows you to produce a Course content high standard of work that you can be You will be encouraged to think and proud of. I chose the University because work across different disciplines, it offers such a wide range experiencing and understanding the Studio practice is either project-led or of skills – from ceramics to possibilities and benefits of working self-directed. You will have formal photography, and printmaking this way. Art practice begins with a lectures, workshops, demonstrations, – it’s diverse and you can pick so range of projects that involve ceramics, tutorials, gallery visits, and talks by many things. painting, printmaking, drawing, life visiting speakers. drawing, 3D mixed media, digital Carly Wride, image making, and cross-disciplinary Career potential BA (Hons) Art Practice processes. Your personal practice will Graduates have progressed to careers be informed by studying historical and in arts administration, studio practice, contemporary practices and discourses. community arts, public art, gallery curation and administration, youth In year two, you choose a pathway in projects, postgraduate teacher training, art practice based on either 2D or 3D and arts in health. Graduation from this study. You will also have the course can also lead to postgraduate opportunity to engage with a live study here or elsewhere. project to gain direct professional experience of project management, collaborative working, presentation, marketing and documentation.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 57 B 58 Business University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Business HND BusinessStudies Foundation Degree BusinessStudies BA (Hons)Retailing,MarketingandManagement Communications BA (Hons)PublicRelationsandMedia BA (Hons)Advertising BA (Hons)Marketing Management BA (Hons)LogisticsandSupplyChain BA (Hons)HumanResource Management BA (Hons)BusinessManagement Did you know? within sixmonthsofgraduation. employment orfurtherstudy Management graduatesare in 98% ofourBusinessand (Graduation DestinationSurvey2011) 67 66 65 64 63 62 61 60 59 for Business(ITMB) Information Technology Management Event Management Related courses Accounting andFinancecourses Fashion Promotion Newport campusestoo–seepage 216fordetails. We offer BusinessandMarketingcoursesatour 113 117 76 40 BA (Hons) Business Management B
The business environment is changing all the time. While you cannot Business predict the future, you can certainly be prepared for it. Organisations UCAS course code: N201 increasingly need managers with a broad range of skills, who understand UCAS campus code: A the many areas of business, and know how to get the most from their resources. This degree will give you a well-rounded business education Entry requirements: 280 UCAS to make you a more versatile and employable graduate. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level (see page 218) Course content You will learn from academic staff who On this course, you will get a full have worked in different industries, so Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) overview of how businesses perform, you gain more than one perspective. so you will be able to adapt and You will also develop an in-depth Length: Full-time 3 years succeed in a competitive graduate jobs understanding of how different • Part-time 4-6 years market. You will study compulsory business functions approach problems, • Sandwich 4 years modules, which all students must study, and how they contribute to a business Study abroad option available and specialist modules, which allow as a whole. you to focus on your chosen Location: Treforest Campus, To improve your career prospects business area. Pontypridd further, we encourage all students to Compulsory modules cover essential take a year-long, paid work placement business topics such as marketing, in business. Placements are an ideal purchasing, logistics and supply chains, way to gain new practical skills and human resources, enterprise, and experiences that will complement your I chose the course because strategy. Studying these areas will give academic learning at the University. I was able to do a general first you comprehensive understanding and year and then choose the topic Increasingly, employers are looking for provide you with the necessary acumen I preferred to take up in the graduates who already have relevant to move into almost any area of second year. I enjoy studying experience, plus a placement is likely to business. business and feel it is important improve your grades when you return in all job roles in the future. In the second and third years, you can to University for your final year. We select specialist modules in areas that have a dedicated Business and Laura Davies, interest you and match your career Employability Team that offers all the BA (Hons) Business aims. There are also elements of support you need to find a placement Management personal development built into the that is right for you. course, which will help you learn about yourself and discover where your Career potential strengths lie. By graduation, you will This degree is designed to give you the be ready for a successful career tools and the confidence to contribute Cyfleoedd Cymraeg in business. effectively to the management of an Darperir rhai cyfleoedd cyfrwng organisation, or even start your own Cymraeg ar y cwrs hwn. Cer i’n How you will study company. With an understanding of wefan neu i dudalen 34 i wybod mwy. We don’t believe you get the right skills how different areas of business work for business by just reading about it in together, you will graduate in a strong Welsh-medium opportunities books. So we offer many opportunities position to succeed as a business We provide some Welsh-medium to gain practical experience of the professional. opportunities as part of this business world. You will be taught course, visit our website or turn by a team of experts, who bring the to page 34 to find out more. latest developments direct to the classroom. This is reinforced with guest lectures by professionals from a variety of organisations, including small, local businesses and large, global companies.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 59 B 60 Business a successfulcareer. rounded businessprofessional ready for By graduation,youwillbeawell- engagement, andpeopledevelopment. leadership andmanagement,employee talent managementandresourcing, in yearstwoandthree, including You willstudyspecialistHRMtopics into thebiggerpicture. and youwillunderstandhowHRMfits essential businessknowledgeandskills, compulsory modulesthatgiveyou and employablegraduate.There are of HRM,makingyouamore versatile business andaspecialistknowledge you anall-round understanding of Your programme ofstudywillgive Course content HRM. and developmentsintheworldof aboutthelatestknowledge will learn professional HRbody. Thisensures you Development (CIPD)–theUK’s the Chartered InstituteofProfessional field andwehavestrong linkswith delivering high-qualityteachinginthis We haveanexcellentreputation for and successfulmanager. and businessskillstobeaneffective you willhavetherightmixofspecialist and theorganisation.Bygraduation, employment lawtoprotect workers the rightpeopleforjob,anduse develop themthrough training,recruit relations tokeeptheworkforce happy, responsibility tosafeguard employee who isresponsible forthem.It’s your organisation’s businessobjectivesand a clearunderstandingofyour To beeffective inHRM,youneed be the field for you. and see staff as an organisation’s most important asset, then HRMresource could management (HRM) comes in. If you like working with people if its people are well managed and committed, which is where human hairdresser, depends on people for its success. A business onlyEvery succeeds business, from global companies such as Sony to your high street BA (Hons)HumanResource Management University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. career opportunitiesopentograduates. UK andworldwide,sothere are diverse whose numbersare growing across the of allorganisations–itisaprofession HRM playsavitalpartateverylevel prepare youforsuchachallengingrole. manager,modern andthisdegree will the bestoutofpeopleisvitalfor positions. Theabilitytoleadandget profession, orgeneralbusiness to thespecialisthumanresources HRM graduatesare highly attractive Career potential for thefinalyear. grades whenyoureturntoUniversity career prospects andcouldboostyour they are looking for. It will improve your showing thatyoualready havetheskills you canstandoutfrom thecrowd by you cantalkaboutinaninterview, placement onyourCVandexperiences awork have relevant experience.With looking forgraduateswhoalready scheme. Increasingly, employersare advantage ofourworkplacement We strongly recommend thatyoutake business theoriesinthereal world. experience, where youcanapply of opportunitiestogainpractical from thefield.There are alsoplenty lectures, where youwillheardirectly classroom. Thisisreinforced byguest developments straighttothe experts, whobringthelatest You willbetaughtbyateamof How youwillstudy status bytheCIPD. Accredited Centre been awarded The Universityhas Accreditation: Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Sandwich4years • Part-time4-6years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:N602 workplace. tothe apply whatIhavelearnt skills Ihavegainedandcan has givenmeconfidenceinthe placement isfantastic.Thecourse and theopportunityforawork The lecturers are veryhelpful areas ofbusinessinthefirstyear. with anoverviewofdifferent course (seepage34). opportunities aspart ofthis We provide Welsh-medium Welsh-medium opportunities Cer idudalen34wybodmwy. cyfrwng Cymraegarycwrshwn. Darperir cyfleoedd Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Human Resource Management Jake Jones,BA(Hons) Ilovedthecoursestructure BA (Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain B Management
If you think that supply chains are just about buying, you are missing out Business on so much more. In addition to purchasing, supply chain management UCAS course code: JN92 incorporates operations management, logistics, and has strong links with UCAS campus code: A project management. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This is a growing specialist area that How you will study tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level is a key part of any business. Supply You will be taught by a team of (see page 218) chain managers handle the majority of recognised experts, who bring the an organisation’s spending and control latest developments direct to the Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) international logistics. On this course, classroom. As well as this latest you will learn about the economic, research, you will regularly have input Length: Full-time 3 years financial and strategic problems that from key organisations such as GE • Part-time 4-6 years businesses face and how they affect Aviation, Proxima, and the Welsh • Sandwich 4 years commercial activities. Government. All of this aims to improve your analytical and decision- Location: Treforest Campus, We have a reputation for high-quality making skills using the appropriate Pontypridd logistics and supply chain management theories and models. teaching, and this degree was designed Accreditation: Chartered Institute in partnership with the sector’s leading Teaching is a mix of lectures and of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) professional body, the Chartered interactive seminars. Modules are Institute of Purchasing and Supply assessed by individual and group (CIPS). CIPS has named us a Centre assignments, and examinations. of Excellence, and this degree is fully accredited and leads to MCIPS. This We strongly recommend that you is one of the few degrees in the UK choose to spend a year on a paid work to be fully accredited by the CIPS. So placement as part of the course. This when you graduate, you will be well on valuable experience could improve your prospects and even your final your way to professional recognition I have gained an in-depth and membership of the CIPS. This will degree classification, not to mention the industry contacts you will gain. and broad understanding of enhance your CV and is essential for business and what it means to many jobs in the sector. We even have a dedicated Business and Employability Team to help with be an international buyer and vendor manager. The University Course content any aspect of work placements. From sourcing a company to interview has offered me the opportunity The structure of this course will give guidance, there will be expert help to further my knowledge through you a well-rounded business education. every step of the way. an industrial placement. To understand how logistics and supply chains work within the bigger picture, Stacey Young, you will study a mixture of compulsory Career potential BA (Hons) Logistics and Supply and specialist modules. By the time you graduate, you will have Chain Management the knowledge and ability to work in Compulsory modules give you essential many business areas, but particularly business knowledge and skills, making in supply chain management, you a more employable candidate operations management, purchasing for graduate positions. You will also and logistics. Managers in these areas undertake specialist modules in projects have responsibility for everything from and operations management, logistics purchasing power to negotiating with and materials management, strategic suppliers and distributors, or controlling relationships and e-business, and the international movement of goods. supply chain risk and sustainability. This Valuable and important elements of mix of general and specialist modules this course, such as CIPS accreditation reflects real life – you will learn about and work placement opportunities, parts of a business and how they work mean you will have the edge when you together. compete for graduate jobs. 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 61 B 62 Business operate andhowthey worktogether. how differentlearn areas ofabusiness reflects lifeinthe real world. You will modules inyourstudyprogramme The mixture ofgeneralandspecialist How youwillstudy successful career. business professional ready tostarta graduation, youwillbeawell-rounded versatile andemployablegraduate.By and youwillleaveuniversityamore comprehensive businesseducation This marketingdegree will giveyoua relations andservicesmarketing. communications, branding,public two andthree, includingmarketing specialist marketingmodulesinyears the biggerpicture. You willstudy understand howmarketingfitsinto knowledge andskills,willhelpyou modules giveyouessentialbusiness of core andspecialistmodules.Core and marketingthrough acombination extensive understandingofbusiness This courseisdesignedtogiveyouan Course content job market. competition whenyouenterthe award willputyouaheadofthe professional bodyaccreditation, this requiring academicqualificationsand more andmoreWith marketingjobs that willimprove yourcareer prospects. recognised professional qualification for MembershipoftheCIM(MCIM),a number oftheexaminationsneeded This meansyouwillbeexemptfrom a Postgraduate DiplomainMarketing. criteria fortheirChartered Marketing (CIM)andmeetstheentry accredited bytheChartered Instituteof This degree hasbeenapproved and is marketing. Post-it notes from a failure into an office essential? The simple answerWhy did the iPad become such a global success? What helped turn What makes the golden arches of McDonald’s instantly recognisable? BA (Hons)Marketing University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. assignments, andexaminations. assessed byindividualandgroup interactive seminars.Modulesare Teaching isamixoflectures and theories toaddress real-life problems. projects, soyoucanapplybusiness through guestlectures andstudent regular inputfrom majororganisations direct totheclassroom. There isalso who bringthelatestdevelopments You willbetaughtbyateamofexperts after graduation. funding foryourfinalyearorajob the University. Theycanevenleadto at complement youracademiclearning practical skillsandexperiencesthatwill Placements are anidealwaytogain work placementinbusiness. encourage youtotakeayear-long To improve yourcareer prospects, we today’s marketer. business skillsthatare essentialfor your creative talents,youwillgainkey world sothatalongsidedeveloping practical experienceofthebusiness There willbeopportunitiestoget advantage atjobinterviews. extras likethiswillgiveyouan University’s Marketing Chapter–added opportunity togetinvolvedwiththe organisations. You willalsohavethe local, nationalandinternational attained positionswithinavarietyof managers, ourrecent graduates have marketing executivestobrand becoming amemberoftheCIM.From a degree andbewellonyour wayto By thetimeyougraduatewillhave Career potential UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:N502 of Marketing(CIM) Accreditation: Chartered Institute Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Sandwich4years • Part-time4-6years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS learn aboutthem. learn how toapplytheseskills,notjust set upminibusinesses.I’veseen created research documentsand reports, donepresentations, Business School.I’vewritten to page34find outmore. course, visitourwebsite orturn opportunities aspartofthis We provide some Welsh-medium Welsh-medium opportunities mwy. wefan neuidudalen34wybod Cymraeg arycwrshwn.Ceri’n Darperir rhaicyfleoeddcyfrwng Cyfleoedd Cymraeg BA (Hons)Marketing Lee Williams, Icouldn’t thinkofabetter BA (Hons) Advertising* B
Good advertising is essential but difficult to define, and even more Business difficult to evaluate. However, set in the context of a strong brand, UCAS course code: N561 advertising can make the difference between success and failure UCAS campus code: A of businesses and organisations. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS “I know that half of the money I 21st century marketing theory and tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level spend on advertising is wasted, the practice, develop skills in digital media (see page 218) trouble is I don’t know which half.” marketing, selling and sales This popular saying has an element of management, and you will undertake a Length: Full-time 3 years truth for many businesses who do not live project. • Part-time 6 years understand how best to set and • Sandwich 4 years evaluate strategic goals for their How you will study Study abroad option available advertising expenditure. The mixture of general and specialist Location: Treforest Campus, modules on our advertising degree This course provides you with the Pontypridd reflects life in the real world. You will opportunity to plan, develop and learn what different areas of a business manage advertising campaigns for a do and how they work together. There variety of products, from luxury brands are plenty of opportunities to get and fast-moving consumer goods, to *Subject to validation. practical experience, so alongside public and voluntary sector initiatives. developing your creative talents, you will gain business skills that are Course content essential for today’s advertising and In addition to specific modules that marketing industry. introduce key marketing and branding concepts, you will gain a good You will be taught by a team of experts grounding in a range of business and who bring the latest developments management topics, including direct to the classroom. There is also managing information and managing regular input from major organisations people. through guest lectures and student projects, so you can apply business In your second year, you will develop theories to address real-life problems. your skills and knowledge in undertaking research and managing Career potential financial information, in addition to Experts from the industry will mentor specialist subjects such as and judge advertising campaigns you understanding brands and consumer create as part of this course, so you will lifestyles, and managing brand equity. gain valuable experience of how A specific focus in this year will be to competitive industry works. Work develop your skills in marketing placement and work-based learning communications, where you will will also be available to enhance your develop an advertising campaign that career prospects. will be mentored and judged by a panel of industry experts. By the time you graduate, you will have the skills and knowledge to succeed in In your final year, the focus will be on the advertising industry as an account developing your specialist skills. manager, or managing and developing Modules will extend your knowledge of strategic, integrated marketing advertising and marketing campaigns. communications as they relate to different organisations across a range of sectors. You will develop your understanding of emerging themes in
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 63 B 64 Business sectors. You willdevelop your to manytypesoforganisationsand media communicationsastheyrelate will extendyourknowledgeofPRand specialist skillsevenfurther. Modules Your finalyearwilldevelop your panel ofindustryexperts. that willbementored and judged bya develop acommunicationscampaign communications, where you will to developyourskillsinmarketing brand equity. Aspecificfocuswillbe and consumerlifestyles,managing subjects suchasunderstandingbrands event management,aswellspecialist skills andknowledgeinresearch and In yeartwo,youwillenhanceyour information andmanagingpeople. your firstyear, includingmanaging and managementtopicsduring grounding inawiderangeofbusiness management, youwillgainagood concepts, andanintroduction toevent introduce keymarketingandbranding In additiontospecificmodulesthat Course content approaches toPRmanagement. will encompasstraditionalandnew execution andevaluation,which approaches toPRplanning,campaign You willgaintheoretical andpractical strategically. communication toolseffectively toplan tools, butmustalsobeabletouseviral need touseavarietyoftraditional their public.Nowadays,younotonly dialogue betweenorganisationsand Twitter andLinkedInare revolutionising digital andsocialmediaplatformslike influence keystakeholders.Increasingly, managers totryshapeopinionand There are manymethodsusedbyPR hosting events. Public relations (PR) is much more than writing press releases and Media Communications* BA (Hons)PublicRelationsand University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. project. relations, andyouwillundertakealive marketing andinpublic practice, gainskillsindigitalmedia in 21stcenturymarketingtheoryand understanding ofemergingthemes manager’s role. which are essentialtothePR management andcrisismanagement, vital issuesofcorporatereputation management. You willalso understand and newapproaches topublic relations and evaluation,includingtraditional to PRplanning,campaignexecution theoretical andpracticalapproaches This coursewillprovide you with Career potential address real-life problems. so youcanapplybusinesstheoriesto guest lectures andstudent projects, from majororganisationsthrough classroom. There isalsoregular input the latestdevelopmentsdirect tothe marketing andPRexpertswhobring You willbetaughtbyateamof judged byapanelofindustryexperts. campaign thatwillbementored and you willdevelopacommunications a tasteofhowtheindustryworks, succeed asaPRprofessional. For will gainessentialbusinessskillsto developing yourcreative talents,you get practicalexperience,soalongside There are plentyofopportunitiesto together. of abusinessdoandhowtheywork You whatdifferent willlearn areas modules reflects lifeinthe real world. PR andmediacommunications The mixofcore businessandspecialist How youwillstudy *Subject tovalidation. Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time6years • Sandwich4years Length: Full-time3years (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:PP23 BA (Hons) Retailing, Marketing B and Management*
Traditional approaches to retailing are gradually being overshadowed Business by online sales and more innovative ways of reaching a customer, like UCAS course code: PP23 ‘pop-up stores’ or ‘meanwhile use’ spaces. These are challenging times UCAS campus code: A for retail, and the industry needs professionals with a strategic Entry requirements: 280 UCAS perspective and creative ideas. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level This degree responds to these How you will study (see page 218) challenges by producing high- The mixture of general and specialist calibre graduates with an in-depth modules on this degree reflects life Length: Full-time 3 years understanding of the rapidly changing in the real world. You will learn what • Part-time 4 years world of retailing. different areas of a business do and • Sandwich 6 years how they work together. There are Course content plenty of opportunities to get practical Location: Treforest Campus, In addition to specific modules experience of the business world, so Pontypridd introducing key marketing and alongside developing your creative branding concepts, you will gain a talents, you will gain key business good grounding in a wide range of skills that are essential for today’s *Subject to validation. business and management topics, retail marketer. including managing information and You will be taught by a team of experts managing people. who bring the latest developments In year two, you will develop your skills direct to the classroom. Top retailers and knowledge in undertaking research and members of professional bodies and managing financial information, will give guest lectures and provide as well as specialist subjects such as opportunities for live projects, work- understanding brands and consumer based learning and work placements, lifestyles, and managing brand equity. so you can apply business theories to A focus in this year will be to develop address real-life retail problems. your skills in retailing and marketing You will usually have to complete management. Your studies will include coursework as you progress, and an understanding of services and normally sit exams at the end of retail marketing, and management of each academic year. the retail supply chain, in addition to designing a promotional campaign that will be mentored and judged by a Career potential panel of industry experts. This course will equip you with the right skills and prepare you for a In the final year, you will develop variety of graduate career opportunities your specialist skills even further. in retailing, marketing, or retail Modules will extend your knowledge management. of leadership and managing people, developing strategic relationships, and e-business. You will develop your understanding of emerging themes in 21st century marketing theory and practice, develop skills in digital media marketing, selling, sales management, and customer relationship management (CRM).
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 65 B 66 Business behaviours. reflection andothermanagement skills inareas suchascritical thinking, chance torefine anddevelop yourkey first yearintopractice. You havethe duringyour theory youhavelearned modulewherelearning youwillputthe You willundertakeawork-based together effectively. different areas ofabusinesswork how business operations,andlearn develop anin-depthunderstandingof experience withbusinesstheoryto Your secondyearwillcombinepractical needed intheworkplace. skills, competenciesandbehaviour take twomodulesthatdevelopthe marketing. Inadditiontothis,youwill human resource management,and business environment, accounting, subjects youwillstudyincludesthe within anyorganisation.Therangeof confidence toworkasaprofessional knowledge base,givingyouthe modules thatprovide awell-rounded During thefirstyear, youwillstudy aspects ofbusinessintheworkplace. This vocationalcourseintegrateskey Course content Honours level. Degree, youcanprogress tostudyat On completionofyourFoundation that isrelated toyourworkplace. aspects ofbusinessthrough learning On thiscourse,youwillstudyall assessments are based on learning in the workplace. Study is flexible and balanced with the demands of your job, plus many strongly linked to the requirements of employers and the workplace. Foundation Degree in Business Studies is a higher education qualificationexperience with a university-level understanding of theory. This Foundation Degrees combine work-based learning and practical work Foundation DegreeBusinessStudies University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. University. one ortwoyearsofextrastudyatthe up’ toarangeofbusinessdegrees with you cancontinueyourstudiesand‘top gives youarecognised qualification, Even thoughyourFoundationDegree and succeedintheworldofwork. graduates whoare ready toprogress have aproven record ofdeveloping those whowishtoworkandstudy. We theory, aFoundationDegree isidealfor with By combining work-based learning Career potential your workplace. skills andknowledgeare relevant to you todemonstratehowyournew Work-based modulesenable learning experience intheworkplace. relevant aspossibletowhatyouwill makingyourstudiesas help youlearn, latest real-life dataandcasestudiesto traditional lectures. You willusethe online studymaterialsandsome on interactiveseminars,supportedby willrelyThe majorityofyourlearning How youwillstudy website. Foundation Degrees, visitour information aboutourBusiness To read themostuptodate Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, • Part-time3years Length: Full-time2years tariff points(seepage218) Entry requirements: 160UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:N102 HND Business Studies B
In a rapidly changing business environment, employers are looking for Business people who have their finger on the pulse and can easily find solutions to UCAS course code: 091N an array of problems. This industry-led course provides you with the tools UCAS campus code: A to achieve this, and will give you the knowledge to manage a successful Entry requirements: 160 UCAS business or organisation. tariff points (see page 218) Key transferable skills you will develop and economics. In addition, you will include strategic thinking, problem undertake skills and competency- Length: Full-time 2 years solving, managing tasks, and applying based modules for your personal design and creativity. Our mix of theory development. Location: Treforest Campus, and practice enables you to apply During your second year, you will Pontypridd what you have learned to real world continue to explore how a business situations, enhancing your employment functions and learn how different areas prospects. of a business work together effectively. Work experience is a vital part of your You will also undertake a live project, CV, because the experiences you have where you can apply the skills you have are unique and this is your chance to gained in your first year to a real-time stand out from the crowd. On this business problem. course you will work closely with businesses and organisations, learn How you will study about how they operate, and be able There are some traditional lectures, but to reflect on their practices. This will the majority of your learning will rely also offer opportunities to start building on interactive seminars, supported by a network of contacts that could prove online study materials. You will use the beneficial later in your career. These latest real-life data and case studies to experiences and achievements will look help you learn, making your studies as impressive on your CV, making you a relevant as possible to the workplace. more attractive candidate to employers.
Studying an HND differs from a Career potential Foundation Degree because it does Your study doesn’t have to end when not include a work-based learning you successfully achieve your HND module. This means that you don’t qualification – many of our students need to undertake a work placement, decide to ‘top up’ to a BA (Hons) work experience, or be in employment Business Studies or International to study this course. Course content Business degree by completing an is driven towards improving your additional year of study, or study employment prospects after a specialist degree in accounting, graduation. finance, human resource management, or marketing.
Course content If you decide this isn’t the right path This is a vocational course that explores for you, you can venture into the world all aspects of business and the business of work. We have a proven record of environment. During the first year, you developing graduates who are ready will study key modules that provide a to succeed and this course will prepare well-rounded knowledge base, giving you for a variety of professions. Your you the confidence to succeed in any HND will be valid for five years after organisation. Modules include areas completion, meaning you could come such as marketing, human resource back to top-up your HND to one of the management, accounting Honours degrees above.
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68 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Computing C
This course covers the whole field of professional computing. It has a Computing strong practical element and a range of areas where you can specialise UCAS course code: G401 and develop expertise. As the course progresses, there is a wide choice • Sandwich I103 of modules on offer. UCAS campus code: A We developed this course with input How you will study Entry requirements: 280 UCAS from employers, existing students and You will have around 16 hours of tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level professional bodies. This means that lectures, tutorials and practical sessions (see page 218) what you learn is relevant to what you every week. You also need to spend will do when you graduate, plus your four hours per week, per module, on Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) skills will meet the standards that your coursework, general reading and employers expect. other preparation. Length: Full-time 3 years We have a range of high-specification As part of your studies, we strongly • Sandwich 4 years (Study computer labs and an ongoing recommend that you spend up to a abroad option also available) investment programme to ensure our year on a work placement in industry in facilities stay at the cutting-edge of the UK or abroad. This means you can Location: Treforest Campus, computing development. This degree is gain new skills, boost your career Pontypridd accredited by the British Computer prospects and your grades, and it can Society and gives full exemption from often lead to job opportunities with Accreditation: British their examination requirements. your placement employer. Computer Society We strongly recommend you spend up to a year working in industry in the UK Career potential or abroad as part of your course. You Computers are fundamental to many This course is available at HND will get to use your skills in the different industries, so you can apply level. If you already have a workplace and improve your your skills in many fields. Computer Computing HND, you can top employability, plus what you learn there programmers and engineers mainly up to a BSc (Hons) in two years. can help with your final-year studies. work for large computer companies. Please contact the University Placements could even lead to Microsoft, IBM, Intel, and Hewlett- for details. employment opportunities with your Packard all rely on a highly skilled army company. Recent placements include of computing staff to produce and E-Infinity, IBM, Fujitsu, Yuasa Batteries, maintain their technology. GCHQ, Qinetieq, the Welsh Even within these companies, you can Did you know? Government, and L’Oréal UK. work in a broad variety of areas and in Our Computing courses are a number of jobs. Product development strongly influenced by a thriving Course content entails designing, building and testing research culture. This helps ensure • Computer programming • Computer the latest products, so skills in software our students have access to systems and network technologies programming and design are vital. first-class teaching facilities and • Web application development Another important area is technology recognised experts. • Information engineering consulting and customer support – • Mathematics and statistics for helping companies help their computing • Professional and business customers, and building computer skills • Team project • Software systems based on a company’s products development • Operating systems and services. • Web application technology • Individual project • Advanced legal, social, ethical and professional issues • A wide range of optional modules
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 69 C 70 Computing their examinationrequirements. Society andgivesfullexemptionfrom is accredited bytheBritish Computer recognised qualification.This degree your studies,whichisanindustry- Certified Examinerstatusaspartof opportunity toachieveAccessData Youand government. mayhavethe have handledcasesforpoliceforces consultancy andresearch work.We Course contentisinformedbyour can helpwithyourfinal-yearstudies. employability, there plus what you learn in theworkplaceandimprove your course. You willgettouseyourskills the UKorabroad, aspartofyour up toayearworkinginindustry We strongly recommend youspend police forces. links withsecurityagenciesandlocal among others.We alsohavestrong banks, GCHQ, andinternational Financial ServicesAuthority(FSA), have hadworkplacementsinthe relationships withindustry, sostudents hardware. We alsohaveexcellent experience ofthelatestsoftware and facility thatwillgiveyoupractical We haveastate-of-the-artteaching computer crime. cryptography, informationsecurity, and and digitalevidence,criminology, and procedures, computerforensic computer forensic process, tools based evidence.You willstudythe detailed technicalanalysisofcomputer- manage aforensic caseandperform By graduation,youwillbeableto data, and this practical course produces such professionals. law. They need skilled professionals who can gather and interpretbeen. digital Authorities use this to identify and convict people who break theData stored on digital devices reveals what we do and where we have BSc (Hons)ComputerForensics University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. set tocontinue. companies –andtheriseindemand is private securityandconsulting intelligenceagencies, government enforcement agencies,militaryand Jobs are oftenavailableinlaw Employment prospects are excellent. Career potential our mockcourtroom oncampus. evidence undercross-examination in howtocollect,writeandpresentlearn training consultancy. You willalso evidence from BondSolon legal training incourtroom skills andgiving In yoursecondyear, youwillreceive exercises usingreal-life scenarios. coursework andproblem-based Assessment includesexaminations, general reading andpreparation. per week,module,oncoursework, week. You willalsospendfourhours tutorials andpracticalsessionseach You willhave16hoursoflectures, How youwillstudy modules sources •Awiderangeofoptional techniques •Advanceddigitalevidence • Advanceddigitalinvestigation issues •Computersandthelaw legal, social,ethicalandprofessional security •Individualproject •Advanced development •Computersystems and informationassurance•Software • OperatingsystemsCryptography project •Forensics anddigitalevidence • MathematicsforcomputingTeam development • Computer programming technologies •Web application • Computersystemsandnetwork security •Informationengineering • Professional computerforensics and Course content the Universityfordetails. (Hons) intwoyears.Pleasecontact HND, youcantopuptoaBSc If youalready havearelevant Computer Forensics andSecurity. An HNDcourseisalsoavailablein Computer Society Accreditation: British Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, option alsoavailable) • Sandwich4years(Studyabroad Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS Did you know? UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichGGK5 UCAS coursecode:GG4M Computer Forensics. for graduaterecruitment in universities approved byMI5 We are oneofonlytwo BSc (Hons) / MComp Computer Games C Development
On this exciting course, you can turn your love of gaming into your Computing dream career. The computer games industry is a rapidly expanding area UCAS course code: GG46 that offers many opportunities. • Sandwich GGK6 UCAS campus code: A Your studies will prepare you for a movement • Computer graphics career in software engineering, with • Computer systems and network Entry requirements: 280 UCAS expertise in programming for computer technologies • Team project tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level games. So, rather than playing games, • Operating systems • Individual project (see page 218) you will discover how to create them. • Concurrent and parallel programming You will learn essential skills, such as • Modern applications of artificial Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) coding from a brief, team working and intelligence • Real-time rendering understanding computer hardware. techniques Length: BSc (Hons): Full-time 3 You will get to improve on your years, Sandwich 4 years (Study How you will study favourite games, and design and build abroad option also available) You will spend 16 hours each week in your own. We have recently installed • MComp: Full-time 4 years, lectures, tutorials and practical sessions. new facilities, including a lab with Sandwich 5 years (Study abroad You will also need to spend four hours Microsoft Xbox 360s, surround sound option also available) per week, per module, on coursework, 40 inch LCD TVs, and cutting-edge general reading, and other preparation. gaming PCs, so you can develop games Location: Treforest Campus, and test them out on the big screen. We strongly recommend you choose to Pontypridd You can also join a Computer Games take up to a year working in industry at Society and enjoy related activities with one of a variety of organisations in the Accreditation: British your peers. UK or abroad. Not only will this Computer Society improve your CV, your employability The MComp degree offers an and your grades, but it can often lead opportunity to study to Masters level as to career opportunities with your part of an undergraduate programme This course is also available at placement employer. of study. Designed for the most able HND level. If you already have a students, it is a four-year course that Computer Games Development allows stronger students to distinguish Career potential HND, you can top up to a BSc themselves with further skills. The development of mobile devices has (Hons) in two years. Please contact opened up new possibilities for careers the University for details. This degree is accredited by the British in computer game development, Computer Society and gives full alongside existing console and desktop exemption from their examination platforms. These markets provide requirements. excellent opportunities for growth in If given the chance I would do the games development industry, so the course again. The staff helped Course content if you have the right skills and the right me produce better and better • C++ programming • Game object experience, there are more employment work, until I graduated with scripting • Professional games prospects than ever before. There is a first-class Honours. I enjoyed my development • Computer systems and demand from industry and commerce time so much during my studies. network technology • Information for highly trained and motivated I will be staying for another three engineering • Computer graphics software developers and this course years to do a PhD. • Data structures and algorithms provides the training required to • Games development workshop succeed. Jack Betts, • Modelling of shape, space and BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 71 C 72 Computing range ofoptionalmodules systems •Individualproject •Awide structures andalgorithms•Operating and professional practice• Data • Team project •Project management • MathematicsProfessional skills application development and networktechnologies•Web programming •Computer systems • InformationengineeringC++ Course content requirements. exemption from theirexamination Computer Societyandgivesfull This degree isaccredited bytheBritish professional andtechnicalskills. distinguish themselveswithadvanced award thatallowsstronger studentsto students, itisafour-year postgraduate of study. Designedforthemostable part ofanundergraduateprogramme opportunity tostudyMasterslevelas The MCompdegree offers an of ourDNA. trends tohelpingdecipherthesecrets everything from analysingeconomic with scientistsfrom otherfields,for science researchers are working to usecomputers.Now, computer programming jobs,ordevisenewways images. Theymaytakeonchallenging over networks,anddisplaycomplex information indatabases,senddata develop thebestpossiblewaystostore For example,computerscientists ways tosolvecomputingproblems. Computer scientistsfindeffective software applications, using up-to-the-minute commercial practices. develop the knowledge and expertise to create industrial-strength intelligent systems and other exciting areas. On this course, you willfoundations to cutting-edge developments in computer graphics, Computer science spans a wide field, from its theoretical and algorithmic BSc (Hons)/MCompComputerScience University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. are vital. in software programming anddesign and testingthelatestproducts, soskills development entailsdesigning,building areas andinanumberofjobs. Product companies, youcanworkinavarietyof their technology. Evenwithinthese scientists toproduce andmaintain Packard all rely on an army of computer Microsoft, IBM,Intel,andHewlett- computer companies. scientists mainlyworkforlarge your skillsinmanyfields.Computer different industries,soyoucanapply Computers are fundamentaltomany Career potential employer. job opportunitieswithyourplacement and yourgrades,plusitcouldleadto new skills,boostyourcareer prospects or abroad. Thismeansyoucangain part ofyourstudies,eitherintheUK up toayearworkinginindustryas We strongly recommend youspend general reading andotherpreparation. per moduleonyourcoursework, need tospendfourhoursperweek, practical sessionseveryweek.You also teaching inlectures, tutorialsand You willhavearound 16hoursof How youwillstudy Computer Society Accreditation: British Newport (BSc(Hons)only) Pontypridd; CityCampus, Locations: Treforest Campus, option alsoavailable) Sandwich 5years(Studyabroad • MComp:Full-time4years, abroad optionalsoavailable) years, Sandwich4years(Study Length: BSc(Hons):Full-time3 Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichI101 UCAS coursecode:G40C employability. has definitelybeensetupfor to doityourselfandthecourse world. Tutors giveyouthetools help meprogress inthereal topics attractedmeandwill fantastic! Thewiderangeof BSc (Hons)ComputerScience Ryan Lloyd, Studyinghere hasbeen C Computing
Computer Forensics Laboratory, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 73 C 74 Computing assurance •Computersystemssecurity • Cryptographyandinformation practice •Operatingsystems • Project managementandprofessional • Team project (penetrationtesting) development •C++Mathematics technologies •Web application • Computersystemsandnetwork security •Informationengineering • Professional computerforensics and Course content their examinationrequirements. Society andgivesfullexemptionfrom accredited bytheBritishComputer MI5 selectsgraduates.Thecourseis band ofuniversitiesfrom which (ACPO). We are alsooneofaselect Association ofChiefPoliceOfficers security andcomputerforensics bythe Centre ofExcellenceforinformation The Universityisrecognised asa skills. to distinguishthemselveswithfurther study. Thisallowsstronger students of anundergraduateprogramme of to gainaMastersqualificationaspart The MCompdegree isanopportunity professional issues. legislation, securitymeasures, and technology, current standards, relevant check through theapplicationof and completinganeffective IThealth systems’ management,administration, will alsocovereffective computer against all types of attacks. Your studies howtoprotectlearn computersystems systems are designedandsecured, and computer understand howmodern field ofcomputersecurity. You will prepare you for a career in the specialist This coursehasapracticalemphasisto sophisticated every year. while attempts to breach these security systems are becoming more unauthorised access to these systems is an important role in society,details collected and held by companies and government, preventing The security of computer systems is vital. With more and more of our BSc (Hons)/MCompComputerSecurity University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. • Arangeofoptionalmodules administration •Ethicalhacking and thelaw•Systemssecurity • Individualproject •Computers cyber attacksondataandnetworks. been alargeincrease inthenumberof increased inrecent years,asthere has computer securityspecialistshave cyber crime.Theresponsibilities of and evidencetobeusedinprosecuting attack and,insomecases,gatherdata for securitybreaches, respond tocyber security software, monitor the network users aboutcomputersecurity, install security. You mayhavetoeducate implement acompany’s information where youmayplan,co-ordinate and career incomputersystem security, This coursewillprepare youfora Career potential Welsh Government. IBM, Fujitsu,GCHQ,QinetiQ,andthe company –recent placementsinclude employment opportunitieswithyour studies. Placementscouldevenleadto there canhelpwithyourfinal-year your employability, pluswhatyoulearn skills intheworkplaceandimprove UK orabroad. You willgettouseyour up toayearworkinginindustrythe We strongly recommend youspend other preparation. on coursework,generalreading and extra fourhoursperweek,module, each week.You alsoneedtospendan lectures, tutorialsandpracticalsessions Your studywillinvolve16hoursof How youwillstudy the Universityfordetails. (Hons) intwoyears.Pleasecontact HND, youcantopuptoaBSc If youalready havearelevant Computer Forensics andSecurity. An HNDcourseisalsoavailablein Computer Society Accreditation: British Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, option alsoavailable) Sandwich 5years(Studyabroad • MComp:Full-time4years, abroad optionalsoavailable) years, Sandwich4years(Study Length: BSc(Hons):Full-time3 Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS Did you know? UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichG592 UCAS coursecode:G590 law-enforcement agencies. National Statistics,andvarious Authority (FSA),theOfficefor links withtheFinancialServices We haveestablishedemployment BSc (Hons) Information Communication C Technology
Information communication technology (ICT) professionals have a crucial Computing and challenging part to play in designing effective computer systems UCAS course code: G500 that can meet increasing user demands. As more and more services are • Sandwich delivered online, the ICT systems behind them must be reliable, secure UCAS campus code: A and add value to the business. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This practical course covers the Course content tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level development and use of ICT systems in • Business applications • Computer (see page 218) business and industry. We have a full systems and network technologies range of high-specification computer • Information engineering • Internet Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) labs and an ongoing investment application development • Problem programme to ensure that our facilities solving for computing • Professional Length: Full-time 3 years stay at the forefront of computing and business skills • Web application • Sandwich 4 years (Study abroad developments. development • Project management option also available) and professional IT service You will focus on how to apply management • Operating systems Location: Treforest Campus, practical, computer-based skills to an • Advanced computer networking Pontypridd organisation’s technical requirements. • Database development • Strategic IS The course includes some elements management • Advanced databases of computer programming and gives This course is also available at and modelling you additional skills for a career in HND level. If you already have an technical and end-user support, or ICT HND in ICT, you can top up to a application development. Career potential BSc (Hons) in two years. Please As the use of ICT in business is contact the University for details. As part of the course, you can spend ever-growing, there are excellent up to a year working in industry in the opportunities for students with UK or abroad. We strongly recommend appropriate qualifications and skills you take advantage of this opportunity. in ICT. Graduates from this degree Your placement year will give you will have the skills to start careers in ICT is a broad course valuable industrial knowledge and will network or service management, that covers aspects such as look great on your CV. Plus, it could as well as a range of technical multimedia, business and some help your final-year grades and lead to support roles. elements of programming. This employment opportunities with your course helps you to understand placement company. the wider impact technology has at a business level, and as a whole in the economy. You will experience a comprehensive university experience and lifestyle, while achieving a well-respected and internationally recognised qualification.
Rebecca Davies, BSc (Hons) Information Communication Technology
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 75 C 76 Computing management •Databases financial information•ITservice • Software development•Business management andprofessional practice business skills•Team project •Project managing people•Professional and engineering •Understandingand network technologies•Information programming •Computer systemsand • Entrepreneurial skills•Computer Course content the benefitsthiscanbring. direct accesstosuchemployers andall an ITMBstudenthere, you willget Sainsbury’s, Symantec,andUnilever. As Stanley, RoyalBankofScotland, LogicaCMG, TheMetOffice,Morgan Fujitsu, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, ITV, Cabinet Office,Cisco,Deloitte,Ford, the BBC,BT, ComputerAssociates,the employers, includingBritishAirways, partnership ofleadingindustry skills. Thecourseissupportedbya technological workforce hastheright employers toensure theUK’s e-Skills UK,whichworksonbehalfof degree inWales thatisendorsedby This degree istheonlyITMBHonours network. to giveyouaccessanexclusive ITMB studentsfrom otheruniversities Authority, andyoucanlinkupwith Systems andtheFinancialServices placement opportunitieswithCisco life. We havealsoestablished provide areal insightintoprofessional their employees–allofwhichwill problems andvisitcompaniestomeet industrialists, workonreal business ‘guru lectures’ from high-profile As partofyourstudies,youcanattend business strategy and planning, system design and IT consultancy. support the course. Graduates will be ready for roles in IT management,business and IT, and you will work directly with the industry leaderscareer whoin the IT and business environment. Your studies will beof a theblend UK ofeconomy, this course is designed to prepare you for aDeveloped successful in conjunction with over 60 employers from different sectors for Business(ITMB) BSc (Hons)InformationTechnology Management University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. modules management •Arangeofoptional • ISmanagementHumanresource social, ethicalandprofessional issues • Individualproject •Advancedlegal, public orprivatesectors. management orconsultancy, inthe to takeonroles inIT, business on graduation.You willbewellplaced opportunities willbeavailabletoyou business, soahostofprofessional and commercial aspectsof modern will haveknowledgeofthetechnical dynamic career inbusiness orIT. You this coursewillprepare youfora asolidmixoftheoryandpractice, With Career potential employer. opportunities withyourplacement grades, plusitcouldevenleadto employability andyouracademic This experiencecanimprove your of organisationsintheUKorabroad. working inindustryatoneofavariety scenarios. You willspenduptoayear exercises taughtusingreal-life coursework, andproblem-based Assessment includesexaminations, general reading andotherpreparation. per week,module,oncoursework, sessions. You willalsospendfourhours week inlectures, tutorialsandpractical You willhave16hoursteachingper How youwillstudy This courseisendorsedby: Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, abroad optionalsoavailable) Length: Sandwich4years(Study Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) Computing orBusinessStudies. include arelevant subjectsuchas Additional criteria:A-levelsmust (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:G499 also critical. important, thebusinessskillsare are important,andalways will be organisation. SowhileITskills in customer-facing areas ofthe a broader setofskills,especially aspect ofthebusiness,youneed if youconsiderthebroader our developmentareas. However, computer sciencegraduatesin e-skills’ advocate CA Technologies’ CTOand Colin Bannister, We willalwaysneedpure BSc (Hons) Software Engineering C
Computer software engineers use the principles and techniques of Computing computer science, engineering and mathematical analysis to design, UCAS course code: G600 develop, test and evaluate the complex software that large computer • Sandwich GP00 systems need to perform their many applications. UCAS campus code: A Your studies will cover this major area How you will study Entry requirements: 280 UCAS of professional computing, paying You will learn through 16 hours of tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level particular attention to the design, lectures, tutorials and practical sessions (see page 218) production and maintenance of each week, as well as four hours per computer software. This course has a week, per module on coursework, Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) strong practical emphasis and uses reading and preparation. Assessment current software engineering methods include examinations, Length: Full-time 3 years techniques and tools, so you will have a coursework and exercises based on • Sandwich 4 years (Study abroad solid grounding for a successful career real-life scenarios. option also available) in software application developments. Career potential Location: Treforest Campus, This course is accredited by the British Pontypridd Computer Society and gives full Major information systems require large exemption from their examination teams of professionals, especially in the Accreditation: British requirements. design and implementation stages. Most computer software engineers Computer Society We strongly recommend you spend up work in computer systems design and to a year working in industry in the UK related services. or abroad as part of your course. You This course is also available at There are career opportunities in many will get to use your skills in the HND level. If you already have a industries, such as software publishers, workplace and improve your Software Engineering HND, you government agencies, manufacturers employability, plus what you learn there can top up to a BSc (Hons) in two of computers and related electrical can help with your final year studies. years. Please contact the University equipment. Communications firms also Placements could even lead to for details. employment opportunities with your need computer software engineers to company – recent placements include, tap into the growth in the personal IBM, Fujitsu, Yuasa Batteries, GCHQ, communications market. You could choose contract work, be self- QinetiQ, GE Aviation, the Welsh Being an undergraduate here employed, or work independently as Government, and L’Oréal UK. has been great. The support a consultant. that is offered to you is fantastic Course content if you choose to take it. I was • C++ programming • Computer encouraged to take the sandwich systems and network technologies year out in industry and was • Web application development or amazed how incredible it was! Game object scripting • Professional The lecturers give you all the and business skills • Team project information and knowledge you • Project management and professional need to do well, but it really practice • Data structures and helps to be able to put it into algorithms • Operating systems practice and get some valuable • Modelling of shape, space and experience behind you for when movement • Software engineering you graduate. workshop • Individual project • Concurrent and parallel programming Kimberley Dalton, • Real-time simulation • Building highly BSc (Hons) Software reliable software systems • A range of Engineering optional modules
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 77 C Criminology and Police Sciences Criminology and Police Sciences
BSc (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice 79 BSc (Hons) Police Sciences 80 BSc (Hons) Security, Risk and Investigation 81 Did you know?
A Hydra Simulation Suite is You can study Criminology in combination used by the Police Service to with other subjects: train officers at all levels, from Criminology and Law 36 Constable to Chief Constable. It allows officers to experience Criminology and Sociology 36 incidents in a safe learning Criminology with Psychology 36 environment, and it tests their ability to make decisions, take action and see the consequences Related courses of their decisions. Computer Forensics 70 We were the first university to obtain a licence to use Hydra as a Forensic Science 186 teaching facility. This means that Psychology 173 our students use exactly the same Public Services 196 system that the police use to train their staff, developing their skills Public and Emergency Services 197 to be better police officers.
We offer Criminology courses at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
78 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice C
Criminology is concerned with understanding crime and how it is dealt Sciences Police and Criminology with. It draws on a number of disciplines such as social policy, sociology, UCAS course code: M901 psychology and law. In recent years, criminology and criminal justice UCAS campus code: A have become popular areas of study, reflecting their increased relevance Entry requirements: 280 UCAS in political and policymaking arenas. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level This course is for you if you have an How you will study (see page 218) interest in studying crime, criminality Most modules involve a combination of and victimisation, and responses of the lectures and discussion-based or Length: Full-time 3 years various agencies and institutions that practical seminars, which will develop • Part-time 5-6 years make up the criminal justice system. your ability to form arguments and You will develop a critical awareness of tackle specific problems. You will also Combination: Yes (see page 36) theory and practice in criminology and complete reading, library and criminal justice, and understand the topic-related research, project work, Location: Treforest Campus, social context of crime and how it is and preparation for presentations. We Pontypridd managed. have expert practitioner guest speakers and encourage students to attend Membership of the British Society of British Society of Criminology (Wales Criminology is open to students and and West) branch talks. You will also graduates of this course. Criminology I have enjoyed all aspects of have the opportunity to take part in staff at the University have an the course. I would absolutely field trips to working prisons and a established reputation for research in say to anyone considering young offenders’ institution. this rapidly developing subject area. studying Criminology and Their work feeds directly into our The University also offers short-term Criminal Justice here to go for teaching and keeps the course work experience placements to it. You will have the opportunity up-to-date. We have good links with enhance your employability. to study an interesting subject, criminal justice agencies and offer Opportunities include work with Victim in a friendly environment, with modules that reflect the current nature Support, Detached Youth Service, extensive facilities and supportive of this subject. Citizens Advice Bureau, and a range of lecturers; and achieve a other voluntary and statutory criminal qualification that could help you Course content justice agencies. secure a great job. The first year introduces the main Sophie Pike, concepts. You also have the Career potential BSc (Hons) Criminology and opportunity to study a module from an We aim to develop graduate Criminal Justice area that complements your degree employability. Guest lecturers and field programme, such as Law, Psychology courses offer an inside view of or Sociology. In your second year, organisations you may wish to work compulsory modules provide a for. You will also develop transferable Did you know? thorough grounding in key skills that will be vital in many careers. perspectives, research methodologies 96% of our Criminology and criminal justice issues. You can As well as popular routes in the police, graduates are in employment or then choose from optional modules prison, probation, protection and victim further study within six months of that include Contemporary Issues in support services, and social work, this graduation. Drug Misuse, Understanding Youth degree is relevant for new careers such (Graduate Destination Survey 2011) Crime and Policing, and Riots, Protests as intelligence analysis and crime and Public Disorder. reduction. Many of our graduates go on to postgraduate study and research The final year allows you to work on a in the social sciences. dissertation topic of your choice. You will also select modules from a range of subjects such as Cultural Criminology, Understanding Homicide, and Terrorism and the War on Terror.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 79 C 80 Criminology and Police Sciences so youwillgainkey forensic science scene isavitalskillforpoliceofficers, involvement. Preservation ofthecrime crime, policingstylesandcommunity including thecausesandprevention of examine areas surrounding policing, Crime scienceandcriminology the policeservice. to legislationthatwillprepare youfor budgeting. You willalsobeintroduced and majoroperationsthrough to at alllevels,from planning minor management skillsthatare required criminal investigation.You willgain planning, andthelatestaspectsof police management,operational law, scenesofcrime,criminology, practical applicationsofcriminal skills, aswellknowledgeand This degree developsyour personal Course content choice. when youapplytotheforce ofyour experience isvaluableaftergraduation, disorder andsafetymatters.Thisextra engage withthecommunityoncrime, offer crimeprevention advice,and understanding ofareal community, They gainfirst-handexperienceand Scheme withSouthWales Police. involved inthePoliceStudentVolunteer 2008, somestudentshavealsobeen your chosenforce. SinceOctober to jointheSpecialConstabularyof you study, werecommend youapply If youwantpracticalexperiencewhile takes tobeanefficientpoliceofficer. understanding ofpolicingandwhatit officers. Thisprovides adetailed lecturers, includingservingpolice Course contentisenhancedbyvisiting and private organisations that provide a policing function. National Crime Agency, HM Revenue and Customs, the military police,Border Agency, security organisations (MI5/MI6), the newly formedchallenges of modern policing and related professions; such as the UK this course is for you. This Police Sciences degree will prepare youIf foryou thethink you have what it takes to succeed in a modern policing role, BSc (Hons)Police Sciences University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. International ComparativePolicing. International UK, there isanoptionalmodulein wish topursueacareer outsidethe some knowledgeoffirstaid.Ifyou management andinterviewing,plus vital skillsforfilepreparation, conflict Personal developmentwillgiveyou sessions. scenes ofcrimevillage,andpractical skills inournewlaboratories,the people inneed. voluntary organisationsthathelp student volunteerinitiatives,orsupport service oftheirchoice,engageinpolice to bespecialconstablesinapolice recommend thatallourstudentsapply from thiscourseintouseeveryday. We the UKandoverseas,puttingskills police andarmedforces throughout Our graduatescanbefoundservingin Career potential police officersintheUKandoverseas. staff, severalofwhomhave servedas We haveabroad rangeofacademic reports, andsceneofcrime sketches. presentations, essays,laboratory Assessment includesexams, interests youmost. can research anarea ofpolicingthat complete afinalyearproject where you Suite –toaidthisapproach. You will facility–theHydraSimulation learning world tohaveanintegratedimmersive are oneofthefewuniversitiesin interviews andsimulatedincidents.We based exercises thatincluderole-play, and tutorials,aswellscenario- You through willmainlylearn lectures How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Foundation: Yes Length: Full-time3years General Studies. is required. A-levelstoexclude Additional criteria:Aninterview (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:F410 experience. means theyare talkingfrom or currently policeofficers, which All lecturers are ex-policeofficers cases withpress interviews. would react, andthere are law put inscenariostoseehowyou a jobaftergraduation.You are practical, whichwillhelpmeget first choice.Thecourseisvery officer andthiscoursewasmy always wantedtobeapolice which iswhatIwanttodo.I’ve training tobeapoliceofficer, BSc (Hons)PoliceSciences Silvana Silva, Ilovemycourse.It’s about BSc (Hons) Security, Risk and Investigation* C
This degree will equip you for a career in the field of security and Sciences Police and Criminology policing. You will learn about the social, political, legal, economic and UCAS course code: NL24 technological environment in which modern security, risk and UCAS campus code: A investigation exists. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS Within this, you will focus on • Event planning and management tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level professional roles in public and (security and risk ) • Computers and (see page 218) commercial organisations such as the law • Final year project sports stadia, shopping centres, and Length: Full-time 3 years on transport systems such as airports How you will study or railways, as well as for corporations You will mainly learn through lectures Location: Glyntaff Campus, that provide private security operations and tutorials, as well as scenario- Pontypridd to protect infrastructure and based exercises that include role-play, knowledge, from any outsider and interviews and simulated incidents. We insider threats. have a broad range of academic staff, several of whom have worked in the *Subject to validation. The course content is enhanced by policing and security sector in the UK visiting lecturers who have practical and overseas. We are one of the few experience of all aspects of the universities in the world to have an security sector. This will develop your integrated immersive learning facility – understanding of the many varied the Hydra Simulation Suite – to aid this paths within the industry and areas for approach. career development after graduation. If you want practical experience while You will complete a final year project you study, we recommend you apply where you can research an area of to join Campus Watch here at the security, risk and investigation that University and learn from our own interests you most. Assessment security staff. includes exams, presentations, essays and reports. Course content Year one: Performance and Career potential development 1 • Police duties and law Graduates should find careers in • Forensic evidence and the justice areas such as management of security system • Security operations (guarding, and public safety at events and large surveillance of public space, crime organised gatherings such as public prevention measures) • Professional and corporate occasions, pop festivals computer forensic and security at private venues, stadia and other • Crime science public events. Opportunities also exist managing security in shopping Year two: Private policing and security centres and other business premises law • Security systems and applications accessed by the public, overseeing • Management skills • Intelligence security at private and ‘secure’ venues, gathering, analysis and use • Team and handling suspects and detained project evidentiary practice persons. • Research methods Graduates could also supervise and Year three: Performance and undertake investigations into suspected development 2 • Corporate security criminal offences and manage non- and health and safety law • Operation criminal processes such as dealing with planning and managing investigations missing persons.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 81 D 82 Design University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Design Caption Bodytext‘Gramatopoeia’–CassieEvans,BA(Hons)GraphicCommunication Newport too–seepage216fordetails. We offer DesigncoursesatourCitycampusin Lighting DesignandTechnology Art andDesign Fashion courses Animation courses Interior Design Television andFilmSetDesign Related courses BA (Hons)GraphicCommunication 114 118 96 55 47 89 83 BA (Hons) Graphic Communication D
Are you a creative individual with the drive to go far? Then this Design successful, well-established course is your opportunity to study the full UCAS course code: W212 range of graphic design subjects and learn how to blend traditional • Sandwich WF13 (see page 222 techniques with new technologies. for deadline) UCAS campus code: B Our approach means you will develop work, reinforced by lectures, seminars a wide range of skills that are essential and studio workshops. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS for the creative communication tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Your work is assessed entirely through process, including printed media, (see page 218) the submission of coursework, with advertising, corporate branding, the majority (80%) through a practical publicity, editorial, and information and Additional criteria: An A-level in portfolio of work. The remaining interactive web design. an art or design-related subject. elements integrate practice and theory Applicants will be required to through written and other forms. Course content attend an interview, to which You will be encouraged to discuss In your first year, you will get a they should bring a portfolio of your work critically with staff, leading solid grounding in the elements of relevant work. designers and other students, through graphic communication. You can individual and group critiques in a develop and push your creative ideas Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) supportive studio environment. There using traditional media and new are live projects each year, working technologies. You will explore type, Length: Full-time 3 years directly with design companies and brands, life drawing, and computer • Sandwich 4 years industrial clients to enhance your graphics using industry-standard portfolio and employability. software. Location: ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus In year two, you can focus on specific Career potential areas of graphic communication such Our aim is to help you become a as print or interactive media, and creative, skilled, well-rounded and explore design theory to support your knowledgeable individual, who is practical work. To ensure you are ready capable of developing and advancing I feel very grateful and lucky for the workplace, we will introduce in industry. Our graduates work at the to have a job in the field I want you to aspects of professional practice highest level in the design industry and to be in – I didn’t think it would and development. in consultancies throughout the UK happen so soon. The Graphic and overseas, while some choose to Communication course definitely Your final year is an exciting one – it is set up their own consultancy. This has helped me; we had lectures on your chance to shine. There are plenty provided us with a wealth of hands- how to create our portfolio, how of live briefs and competitions that on work experience and even job to create our CVs and how to culminate in a major project and the opportunities for graduates. do well at interview. We had annual design show. For this, you will visitors from the industry who have the challenge of creating your talked to us about what they own brief to showcase the skills and were expecting from us, and the creativity you have developed. Cyfleoedd Cymraeg course prepared me well to have Darperir rhai cyfleoedd cyfrwng the right attitude towards looking How you will study Cymraeg ar y cwrs hwn. Cer i’n for work. All our design courses offer a wefan neu i dudalen 34 i wybod Gwenno Williams, stimulating, creative environment, mwy. with dedicated studios, industry- Creative Media Developer standard Macintosh software and Welsh-medium opportunities at ThinkBuzan, experienced staff. You will be taught We provide some Welsh-medium Graphic Communication by our experienced tutor-designers. opportunities as part of this Graduate, 2011 The emphasis is hands-on studio-based course, visit our website or turn to page 34 to find out more.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 83 D Drama Drama
Second and third year Theatre and Drama students taking part in ‘Viewpoints’ Did you know?
Students and staff from our BA (Hons) Theatre and Drama 85 BA (Hons) Theatre and Drama, BA (Hons) Performance and Media 86 and BA (Hons) Performance and Media courses staged a rare BA (Hons) Dance Performance 87 production of Wassily Kandinsky’s BA (Hons) Scriptwriting 88 play ‘The Yellow Sound’ at London’s Tate Modern last year. BA (Hons) Television and Film Set Design 89
We offer a Performance course at our City campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details. These courses will introduce you to new ways of creating, developing, and discussing practical work and dramatic and performance principles. We offer a broad range of subjects, which allows our students to tailor their personal degree programmes to suit their interests. As such, our students graduate with a unique set of individual skills that places them apart from the competition.
Dr Lisa Lewis, Head of Drama
84 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Theatre and Drama D
Our Theatre and Drama degree reflects the central principles and diverse Drama disciplines that have influenced and defined live performance. This course UCAS course code: W403 connects practice with theory, tradition with innovation, and personal • Welsh-medium pathway W404 creativity with collaborative projects. UCAS campus code: B Course content Career potential Entry requirements: 280 UCAS In your first year, you will study a wide Theatre and drama graduates follow tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level variety of subjects, including devising, a wide range of careers. Many are (see page 218) directing, acting, scriptwriting, theatre employed in the media entertainment design, physical theatre, analysing industries, others choose to start up Additional criteria: An A-level in drama, and working with multimedia. their own production companies, while a relevant subject. Applicants are The course allows you to follow a some enter the teaching profession. required to attend an interview range of degree pathways that include day, which will include a group The flexible and inclusive nature of live performance, directing, music interview. the course ensures that our graduates and performance, technical theatre, have a highly developed range of and scriptwriting. It also incorporates Length: Full-time 3 years transferable skills. This enhances their specialist subjects that range from employability and career potential. horror theatre and cabaret, to Location: ATRiuM, Graduates can further their studies by commedia dell’arte and Cardiff Campus applying for one of our postgraduate Shakespearean drama. degrees. You may also choose to complete a work placement or even spend It is worth saying that this one term studying abroad. As part Cyfleoedd Cymraeg degree can open up lots of of the third year, you can choose to Gellir astudio’r cwrs hwn trwy different career paths within the produce an ensemble performance gyfrwng y Gymraeg neu gellir industry. Studying at ATRiuM has as part of our annual student theatre astudio rhai modiwlau trwy allowed me to gain experience festival, design and manage or act in gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Gellir in lots of different areas within a directed theatre production, carry teilwra yn unol a’ch ofynion. I the broad field of Drama. The out an individual research project on a wybod mwy, ewch i dudalen 34. atmosphere is welcoming and subject of your choice, or complete a Welsh-medium opportunities helpful, and I am continually full-length script. You can study this course impressed with the passion through the medium of Welsh, that members of the Drama How you will study or choose to study some department have for their specific This degree is structured to ensure modules through the medium of subjects. There are also lots of that the theories, conventions and Welsh. You can tailor this to suit projects to get involved with approaches covered in class are your needs. Turn to page 34 to outside of the degree that will explored through academic and find out more. look great on your CV. practical work. We use a range of teaching methods, including lectures, I can honestly say that coming to seminars, workshops, intensive Cardiff has been the best thing I rehearsals, masterclasses with visiting have ever done, because of the practitioners, web-based forums, work course itself, the new friends placement projects, and hands-on I have made and the endless training with technical equipment. opportunities that are available, if you go out and get them. The work submitted for assessment by our students is equally varied and Katy Trevethan, incorporates conference presentations, BA (Hons) Drama (Theatre and online portfolios, reflections on Media) (previous title of this course) practice, and running workshops, as well as essays and performance work.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 85 D 86 Drama fiction filmmaking, orapplieddrama, various aspectsofstageperformance, radio), radio(dramaandproduction), scriptwriting (forstage,screen and flexible options. You might choose based onyourownchoiceswithin In yearstwoandthree, thecourseis films, televisionandradioprogrammes. needed tomakecreative content for will studytherangeoftechnicalskills screen. Inproduction modulesyou performance practiceonstageand an awareness ofcontemporary Performance moduleswillgiveyou presentation, andmethods ofanalysis. and historyofdrama,TVradio and videoproduction), the context and performance(includingradio and recorded performance,technology The keyareas youwillstudy are live Course content major centre forproduction intheUK. headquarters ofBBCWales, whichisa on yourdoorstep,includingthe venues andproduction companies means accesstoanarrayofworld-class just afew. StudyinginCardiff also and acampusradiostationtoname student films,professional workshops your CV–there are publicproductions, activities thatwilllookimpressive on find awidevarietyofextra-curricular purpose-built radiostation.You will fully-functioning HDTVstudio,anda in fully-equippeddramastudios,a At theATRiuM inCardiff youwillwork filmmaking andscriptwriting. to studyrelated areas suchasfiction interests evenfurtheryoucanchoose of mediapractices.To developyour media inliveperformance,andarange for thescreen, theuseofelectronic various aspects of creating performance Your studies on this course will examine processes involved in television, film, radio and theatre. this versatile degree will develop your understanding of the creativeIf you are interested in performance-making in our multimedia world, BA (Hons)Performance andMedia University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. of seniorstaff. subjects thatreflect the research areas as wellmodulesonspecialist employability. in manyindustriesandboostyour management, whichwillbevalued in teamwork,negotiationandproject employers, youwillalsogainkeyskills To makeyouevenmore attractiveto performance andteachingprofessions. from withinavarietyofmedia, enable youtochooseyourdirection this diverseandcompetitivefieldwill Your explorationandunderstandingof Career potential depending onthemodulesyouchoose. though theseproportions willvary continuous assessmentorportfolio; work, 30%writtenand10% There isapproximately 60%practical skills inavarietyofmedia. which willgiveyouexperiencesand reflective analysisandpresentations, or mixed-mediaperformances),essays, practical work(includingfilmedand/ workshops. You willbeassessedusing while practicalworkisstudiedinstudio lectures, seminarsandscreenings, Theory elementsare taughtthrough How youwillstudy to page34findoutmore. course, visitourwebsiteorturn opportunities aspartofthis We provide some Welsh-medium Welsh-medium opportunities wybod mwy. gwefan neuidudalen34 Cymraeg arycwrshwn.Ewchi’n Darperir rhaicyfleoeddcyfrwng Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years interview. day, whichwillincludeagroup required toattendaninterview a relevant subject.Applicantsare Additional criteria:AnA-levelin (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B UCAS coursecode:W400 career ambitions. required toactivelypursuemy equipment. Inowhavetheskills use industry-standard media range ofcreative options,and opportunity toexplore awide course hasgivenmethe and Media BA (Hons)Performance Kyran Davies, ThePerformanceandMedia BA (Hons) Dance Performance* D
This highly creative and specialist course is for students who wish to Drama explore contemporary and popular dance techniques, choreography and UCAS course code: W500 physical theatre. UCAS campus code: B
Dance performance is a practice-based Year two develops your choreographic Entry requirements: 280 UCAS discipline with a contemporary bias. and technical performance skills, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level The course is focused on studio-based alongside participation in an intensive (see page 218) teaching, which includes contemporary group performance. dance technique, improvisation, Year three completes your advanced Additional criteria: An A-level performance, choreography, in-depth technical training by working with in a relevant subject. Applicants contextual studies, and professional visiting artists. The year culminates in a will be required to attend a practice. degree show performance and is combined interview/audition. Unlike conservatoire, where a lot of underpinned by a dissertation. the training is focused around Length: Full-time 3 years choreography, this course is for creative How you will study • Part-time 5-6 years students who want to learn about The course involves lectures and Location: ATRiuM, devising techniques and performance, seminars, studio-based practical classes, Cardiff Campus collaborating with visiting practitioners. tutor and visiting artist workshops, professional placements and Based on our highly respected courses performance projects. Assessment is in Theatre and Drama, and Performance *Subject to validation. through regular coursework and Media, this new degree has been submissions, and practical assessed designed in consultation with leading performances. dance practitioners. Working with our professional practitioners, you will develop your dance skills, gain Career potential knowledge, and devise and perform in The course is designed to help you choreographed pieces of work. develop your understanding and practical experience of the dance artist, Course content and help you meet your career aspirations. The dance and performing The course is designed so that you can arts industry is a widening field with a choose a vocational bias towards the range of career opportunities. These artist as a performer. The programme include performance, choreography, provides a wide range of dance and community dance, education, teaching, dance-related experiences, technical health and fitness industry, facilitating, instruction, and opportunities for and arts administration. choreographic and creative practice, contextual studies, and performance projects.
Year one focuses on introductory dance techniques and approaches to dance movement, contextual studies on contemporary dance practice, and participation in a group performance project.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 87 D 88 Drama film, television,radio,animationor in yourspecialistarea –eithertheatre, allows youtowriteafull-lengthscript In yourfinalyear, theMajor Project producers anddirectors. rehearsed reading, andworkingwith script reports, understanding genre, writing treatments, pitching, creating scene breakdown, storylining, dialogue, scriptanalysis,storyediting, character designanddevelopment, writing skillsindramaticstructure, professionals, youwilldevelop essential and workingalongsideindustry Taught byourexperiencedstaff organisations. television, animation,radioandmedia may work,from theatre andfilm,to professional contextsinwhichawriter Your studieswillexplore therangeof Course content in theUK. the centre ofBBCDramaproduction ATRiuM inCardiff, thecitythatisnow television sector. You willstudyatthe Annibynnol Cymru)–theindependent BBC Wales, S4C,and TAC (Teledwyr centre fornewwritinginWales), such asShermanCymru(thenational national organisations and international professionals andspecialists,aswell in consultationwithpractising This coursehasbeendesigned professional scriptwriterworksunder. the conditionsanddemandsthata industry, withliveprojects thatreplicate You willalsobeprepared forthe of writingstructures andscriptanalysis. writing practices,alongsideknowledge is designedtodevelopyourcreative a writeristhefocusofthisdegree. It Your creative andartisticpracticeas a range of media. screenwriting, none offers such diverse scriptwriting skills across While there are other degree courses in creative writing and BA (Hons)Scriptwriting* University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. your work. function asanindustryshowcasefor for aninvitedaudience,whichmayalso rehearsed reading ofyourscriptwork multi-platform. You canalsomounta multi-platform scriptwriting. education anddigitalstorytelling, forms ofscriptwritingsuchastheatre in adaptation andtranslation,applied reader, storyliner, scriptresearcher, script editor, literarymanager, script roles, includingplaywright, scriptwriter, prepared foranumberofprofessional to realise these.Graduates willbe paths andconsiderthestepsrequired professional aspirations,explore career You willbeencouragedtoidentifyyour Career potential self-motivation. requires significantself-disciplineand to writesomethingeveryday, which art, ofwriting.You shouldbeprepared is afocusonthecraft,aswellof requirement ofaprofessional, sothere Craftsmanship isanessential with examinationsinsomeareas. Assessment isbyregular coursework, in adrama-producing organisation. for youtoundertakeworkexperience field trips.There are alsoopportunities writing groups, masterclasses, and one-to-one tutorials,workshopsand includes lectures, seminars,group and through doing.Teaching andlearning for studyingthecreative artsislearning that oneofthemosteffective methods Our approach isbasedonthebelief How youwillstudy Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years to theinterview. example oftheircreative writing Applicants are required to bring an required toattendaninterview. a relevant subject.Applicantsare Additional criteria:AnA-levelin (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B UCAS coursecode:W810 *Subject tovalidation. BA (Hons) Television and Film Set Design D
Have you always wondered what goes on behind the scenes of Drama blockbuster movies and your favourite TV shows? From James Bond to UCAS course code: W461 Hollyoaks, skilled production designers and art directors are needed to (see page 222 for deadline) create these fictional worlds that keep us entertained. UCAS campus code: B
On this unique course, you will develop Course content Entry requirements: 260 UCAS your technical and creative skills to You will be immersed in a professional, tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level reach the professional standards of creative environment that benefits from (see page 218) art directors and production designers strong industry links. You will develop working in the film and television an awareness of drawing, technical Additional criteria: An A-level in industry. drawing and model making, and an art or design-related subject. explore the history of film and design You will get plenty of hands-on Applicants will be required to to support your work. Starting from experience of designing for single and attend an interview, to which a script or a brief, you will learn how multi-camera productions, ranging they should bring a portfolio of to design studio plans to scale, make from science fiction to period drama relevant work. set models, and produce construction and light entertainment. You will also drawings and storyboards. gain experience of art direction on Length: Full-time 3 years collaborative short films, be responsible for handling budgets, and go on visits How you will study Location: ATRiuM, to scenic construction companies and Assignments are based on single Cardiff Campus studio recordings. Our ATRiuM building or multi-camera productions in a in Cardiff is well placed, so you will range of genres. You will have many study right at the heart of the UK’s opportunities to experience practical booming base for television production. art direction through collaborative filmmaking. Work placements are an important part of this course, they give a Career potential practical insight into the industry and Successful graduates enter the will ultimately increase your chances industry to work as art department of employment. Students have assistants, assistant art directors and, successfully spent placements on the ultimately, in roles as art directors and BBC productions Sherlock, Doctor production designers on television and Who, Life’s Too Short, and Richard II, film productions. Recent graduates as well as the feature film Snow White, have worked on such wide-ranging and game show Sing if You Can at productions as Keith Lemon’s Celebrity Pinewood Studios. Juice, BBC dramas Henry IV and Being This course is recognised by Creative Human, and feature films Jack the Skillset, Sector Skills Council, and Giant Killer and Snow White and the carries the Creative Skillset tick for the Huntsman. purposes of indicating courses best suited to prepare for a career in the creative industries.
This course is part of the Skillset Media Academy Wales, a partnership with Aberystwyth University, Cardiff University, and the University of Wales, Newport.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 89 E Electrical and Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
BEng (Hons)/MEng Computer Systems Engineering 91 BEng (Hons)/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering 92
BEng (Hons)/MEng Electronic and Communication Engineering 93
BSc (Hons) Renewable Energy Systems 95 More information
BSc (Hons) Lighting Design and Technology 96 Top in Wales for student BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology 97 satisfaction In the National Student Survey HND/BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering 98 2012, Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University achieved a fantastic 92% overall Related courses satisfaction rating. This puts us at Music Technology 165 number one in Wales for student satisfaction, according to the Sound Technology 166 website www.unistats.com.
We offer Engineering and Technology courses at our Caerleon and City campuses in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
90 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BEng (Hons) / MEng Computer Systems E Engineering
Computer systems engineers are in high demand, nationally and Engineering Electronic and Electrical internationally. Our Electronics courses meet the Institution of UCAS course code: H602 Engineering and Technology (IET) requirements to become a Chartered • Sandwich HP00 Engineer, either partially (BEng) or fully (MEng). UCAS campus code: A
We recommend you choose a sandwich Course content encapsulates Entry requirements: 280 UCAS year as part of the course, where you material required for exemption from tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level complete a work placement between examinations for the Cisco Certified (see page 218) years two and three. We have contacts Network Associate qualification. with many companies throughout Additional criteria: Must attend MEng subjects include embedded the UK and Europe, and will help you an interview. hardware operating systems and secure your placement. You will gain applied digital signal processing, as new skills and contacts on a placement, Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) well as management modules. There is as well as enhance your CV. an extended individual project and an Length: BEng (Hons): Full-time Students who excel may be offered to industry-based group project. 3 years, Sandwich 4 years change to an MEng degree. This is a • MEng: Sandwich 5 years five-year sandwich course that leads to How you will study a Masters qualification, but has all the Both courses include activities that Foundation studies: Yes benefits of being an undergraduate help you become more self-reliant, student. All BEng and MEng students self-motivated and resourceful, and Location: Treforest Campus, take the same modules in year one. you will develop leadership qualities Pontypridd Initial selection for the MEng is based and management expertise. on academic achievement in the first Assessment involves a range of Accreditation: Institution of year, with final selection at the end of methods. The first two years combine Engineering and Technology (IET), the second. examinations and laboratory work. and Engineering Council In later years, the emphasis is on Course content examinations for technical elements, • Digital and analogue electronics and and in-course assessments or reports systems • Engineering applications for management and project work. • Health, safety and welfare • Engineering mathematics Career potential • Embedded systems • Computer There is no shortage of opportunities systems and network technology for graduates with transferable skills • Personal skills • Business and finance and a wealth of work experience. for engineers • Configuration and Popular careers include research and You are encouraged to look programming of embedded systems development, computer systems, for a placement – it is optional • Applied computer networking application engineering, and networks. but it’s something I’d highly • Relational databases • Signals and Many graduates gain employment in recommend. At the time, 3M digital communications manufacturing, construction, transport, were recruiting and the communications, defence, engineering opportunity seemed too good to Year three focuses on industry-standard consultancy, business management, miss, so I applied. The experience techniques and the latest design and marketing – the opportunities you gain on placement is developments. You could apply website are endless. invaluable. People listen to you security tools to create and manage and value your input; you are not e-commerce web environments, use viewed as a student but as a structured software to design computer valuable member of the team. systems, or study novel techniques in digital communications, including HD Mark Fenwick, digital television. MEng Computer Systems Engineering
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 91 E 92 Electrical and Electronic Engineering mobile wireless systems design •Telecommunication and • Control systemsdesign•Electronics • Powerelectronics anddrives Engineering: Electrical andElectronic your specialistsubject: your moduleswillvarydependingon digital communications.Inyearthree, machines andcontrol; signals and electronics; mathematics;power, include analogueanddigital Subjects studiedinyearsoneandtwo Course content Robert Bosch,andIBM. Airbus UK,GlaxoSmithKline,Panasonic, companies, includingCorus,3M, completed placementswitharangeof boost youremployability. Studentshave year traininginindustry, whichcan We encourageallstudentstospenda fully (MEng). Engineer, eitherpartially(BEng)or requirements tobecomeaChartered from thesecoursesmeettheIET’s accreditation, meaningthatgraduates and MEngdegrees havethehighest more than30years.TheBEng(Hons) Engineering andTechnology (IET)for accredited bytheInstitutionof Our Electronics courseshavebeen Electronic Engineering. Electronic Engineering,orElectricaland your third year, youcanspecialisein with ICT, managementandfinance.In engineering andmathematicalskills The coursecombinestechnical, generation of products. systems – researching, designing, building and marketing the next leading role in the development of modern electrical and electronic in a particular area. By the time you graduate, you will be ready forskills a for a successful career in this field, as well as the chance tofor specialise electronic engineering graduates is high. This course will give youAs thethe electronics industry continues to grow worldwide, the demand Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEngElectricalandElectronic University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd.
and software engineering systems design•Computer wireless systems • Advanced embedded • Telecommunication andmobile • Electronics design Electronic Engineering: sector, particularlybusiness. will bevaluedinalmostanyother military, whileyourtransferable skills communications, aerospace orthe You couldworkinindustry, medicine, signal processing aspects. including hardware, software and communication andcomputersystems, also developandproduce a widerangeofapplications.You may electronic systemsandcomponents for management andproduction of and development,the including electronic engineering design range ofengineeringsectors– Career opportunitiesexist in awide Career potential project work. reports formanagementand technical options,andcourseworkor In lateryearsthere are examsfor assessments basedonlaboratorywork. The firsttwoyearscombineexamsand qualities andmanagementexpertise. concentrates ondevelopingleadership leads toaMastersqualification,and undergraduate sandwichaward that placement. TheMEngisafive-year four yearstoincludeasandwichwork three-year, full-timecourse,orover You canstudytheBEng(Hons)asa How youwillstudy and EngineeringCouncil Engineering andTechnology (IET), Accreditation: Institutionof Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes • MEng:Sandwich5years 3 years,Sandwich4years Length: BEng(Hons):Full-time Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) interview. or equivalent,andattendan pass inMathematicsatA2level Additional criteria:Mustinclude (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichHQ00 UCAS coursecode:H601 few couldrival. could offer meeducationthat that theengineeringdepartment of graduates,Ihadnodoubt department. Knowinganumber was itsprestigious engineering here overotheruniversities and electronic engineering me tochoosestudyelectrical Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)Electricaland Michael Weller, Theoverwhelmingreason for BEng (Hons) / MEng Electronic and E Communication Engineering
This is an integrated course that leads to either a BEng (Hons) or MEng Engineering Electronic and Electrical qualification. Both courses are fully accredited by the Institution of UCAS course code: H640 Electrical Engineers, and have been designed to meet the demands of • Sandwich H645 industry. UCAS campus code: A We aim to produce high-quality How you will study Entry requirements: 280 UCAS graduates who can demonstrate Both BEng and MEng courses include tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level engineering competence and activities that help you become self- (see page 218) managerial business skills. reliant, self-motivated and resourceful. Additional criteria: Must have We encourage all students to spend You can study the BEng (Hons) as a Mathematics at A-level or a year training in industry, which can three-year, full-time course, or over equivalent, and attend an boost your employability when you four years to include a sandwich work interview. graduate. Students have completed placement. More able students can placements with a range of companies, switch to an MEng degree. The MEng Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) including Corus, 3M, Airbus UK, is a five-year, undergraduate sandwich GlaxoSmithKline, Panasonic, Robert course that leads to a postgraduate Length: BEng (Hons): Full-time Bosch, and IBM. qualification. The MEng concentrates 3 years, Sandwich 4 years on developing leadership qualities and • MEng: Sandwich 5 years Course content management expertise. Subjects studied in years one and Foundation studies: Yes The first two years combine exams two include analogue and digital and assessments based on laboratory electronics, mathematics, power, Location: Treforest Campus, work. In later years, there are exams machines and control, computation Pontypridd for technical options and coursework and embedded microprocessors, and or reports for management and project signals and digital communications. Accreditation: Institution of work. In year three, you will study electronics Engineering and Technology (IET), design and telecommunications Institute of Electrical Engineers, and systems: Career potential Engineering Council Career opportunities exist in a wide • Embedded microcomputer systems range of engineering sectors – areas • Digital signal processing that include electronic engineering • Speech technologies • Digital design and development, and the mobile communications management and production of electronic systems and components If you progress to the MEng, subjects for a wide range of applications. include digital system design using You may also develop and produce VHDL, and wireless and personal communication and computer systems, communications, as well as a range including hardware, software and of management modules. You will I chose the University because signal processing aspects. also study project management and of the high standard of facilities. complete a major individual project. You could work in industry, medicine, This degree continuously MEng students undertake an extended communications, aerospace or the challenged me. I have landed my and enhanced Masters project and military, while your transferable skills dream job in engineering and I contribute to an industrial major group will be valued in almost any other can definitely say it would not project. sector, particularly business. have been possible without the commitment of the lecturers.
Matthew Lewis, BEng (Hons) Electronic and Communication Engineering
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 93 E 94 Electrical and Electronic Engineering University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. BSc (Hons) Renewable Energy Systems E
At a time when fossil fuel reserves are dwindling and the global demand Engineering Electronic and Electrical for energy is increasing, global trends and attitudes towards a greener UCAS course code: H631 future are a major driving force in the need for specialist technologists UCAS campus code: A and engineers in the field of sustainable and renewable energy. Entry requirements: 260 UCAS Graduates of this degree will have a How you will study tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level sound technical understanding and You will be taught through a (see page 218) knowledge of energy systems, based combination of lectures, seminars and around the generation, distribution and tutorials. In addition, you will work Additional criteria: An interview utilisation of energy through renewable independently to prepare for classes is required. energy sources. There is a focus on and complete project work. Assessment renewable energy sources, along with methods include examinations, Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) an appreciation of global issues and coursework and exercises based on systems, sustainable development, real-life scenarios. Length: Full-time 3 years business, policy and process. • Sandwich 4 years The course offers an exciting You will be studying at an institution programme of field trips and invited Location: Treforest Campus, known for its research and work with speakers based in industry, which Pontypridd industry in this area. enables you to place your studies in context and gain valuable practical Course content experience. Subjects taught are supported by a programme of energy laboratories Career potential Businesses working on the that progress through each year of This course equips graduates with the energy programme and the degree, before you undertake a skills they need to work in the exciting managing, monitoring and practical project of your choice in the and expanding area of renewable protecting the environment are final year. energy systems. There is a growing an important cluster in Wales, global demand for sustainable energy Year one and we have a range of supply, and for distribution and storage • Renewable energy science and well-regarded and highly-rated solutions. There is also the opportunity conversion • Engineering mathematics research teams active in low to progress to one of the MSc courses • Electronics for renewable energy carbon, energy and in this field of study offered at the systems • Renewable energy system environmental studies. Wales University. laboratory • Electronics 1 has over 40,000 people employed in the energy and environmental • Renewable energy sources and Additionally, graduates of this course sectors, contributing more than systems • Electrical technology have a strong basis on which to apply £3.2bn to the economy for a job in the fields of administration, Year two annually. financial management, or any • Energy storage and distribution other sector that requires a sound • Sustainable development policy Professor John Harries, understanding of mathematics and • Modelling and simulation of energy Chief Scientific Adviser computing. systems • Electronics and power for Wales electronics applications • Renewable energy systems workshop • Practical group project
Year three • Sustainable energy systems • Efficiency of energy utilisation • Smart grid • Power electronic applications for energy systems • Project
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 95 E 96 Electrical and Electronic Engineering business practice. sound, aswellan insightintosmall knowledge ofthescienceslightand required bytheindustry, youwillgain As wellasthetechnologicalskills Course content improve performanceinthefinalyear. your CVandhasbeenshownto experience –itwilllookimpressive on two andthree willgiveyou valuable work placementoptionbetweenyears employable. Completingasandwich experience tomakeyoumore We encourageyoutogain work industrial partner. product withsupportfrom an projects andbydeveloping alighting experience isprovided through real-life solutions inlighting.Hands-on identify andimplementinnovative as illustratinghowindustryspecialists available inthelightingsector, aswell range ofcareers andopportunities lectures giveyouaninsightintothe high-profile guestspeakers.Theseguru industry through regular lectures from You willbenefitfrom ourlinkswith meetsindustryrequirements.learn Regulations, whichmeanswhatyou Technology 17thEditionWiring Institution ofEngineeringand You canalsobecomequalifiedtothe Certified ServiceProvider status. pre-visualisation software) trainerand WYSIWYG (lightingandvenue university withanauthorised of events.We are theonlyUK you canpractiseriggingupforallsorts – adedicatedspaceoncampuswhere invaluable practicalskillsinTheCube As wellaslectures, youcandevelop architectural lighting. of lighting disciplines, including theatrical, concert, TV, corporateaspects andof lighting design and its technical application in a wide rangedevelopment, including lighting designers and directors. You willmind. study We all consulted many professionals from the industry in its This course has been designed with your employment prospects in BSc (Hons)LightingDesignandTechnology University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Surface Shutters, andMulti-touchControl Garden, DMXControl Projector projects haveincludedaSensory technologies group project –recent and applications•Integrated • Advancedcomputerlightingdesign • Businessandproject management • Performancelightingdesign • Environmental lightingdesign and specialeffects •Lightingdesign • BusinessandsafetyLightingcontrol and soundtechnology•Powersystems rigging principles/AutoCAD•Video Regulations•Flyingand Edition Wiring • ElectricaltechnologyIET17th Areas include:Lightingprinciples also choosetobecomeaconsultant. designer orlightingdirector. You may media, oracareer asalighting broadcasting, liveperformanceandthe you foremploymentinentertainment, Your studiesonthisdegree willprepare Career potential Railway MuseumandCastellCoch. projects suchaslightingthe National of light,andtoworkonoffsite lighting such asarecent triptothe Lyon festival also opportunitiestogoonfieldtrips experience inrelevant areas. There are from industrytoenhanceyour This courseattractsguestspeakers the year, with exams for some modules. coursework andclassteststhroughout involves assignments,presentations, and othercreative venues.Assessment taught inlaboratories,televisionstudios of lectures andworkshops.You willbe You through willlearn acombination How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes • Sandwich4years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) relevant subjects. is required, plusA-levelstoinclude Additional criteria:Aninterview (see page218) tariff points,eg,BCCatA-level Entry requirements: 260UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:J992 concepts. theoretical andpracticalindustry covering thewholerangeof interests, andpursuethem by find yourspecificindustry The courseallowsyoutonaturally industry equipmentandcontacts. having animpressive collection of over theyears,inadditionto building anddevelopingmyskills would beabletoprepare meby industry andIfeltthatthiscourse experience orknowledgeofthe I feltdidn’t havemuchprior and Technology BSc (Hons)LightingDesign Jack Moorhouse, Unlikesomeotherstudents, BSc (Hons) Live Event Technology E
Students on this degree develop high levels of technical skill and Engineering Electronic and Electrical industry knowledge in event technology. You will study live sound, UCAS course code: JP92 video and lighting technology for use in a range of situations, from UCAS campus code: A theatre, concerts and festivals, to TV, themed attractions and corporate Entry requirements: 260 UCAS settings. You will also boost your employability by developing the key tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level skills involved in rigging for theatre, festivals and events. (see page 218) Recent graduates from this course, and Course content the related degree in Lighting Design • Lighting principles • Electrical Additional criteria: An interview and Technology, have worked on technology • IET 17th Edition Wiring is required, plus A-levels to include events that include the Take That tour, Regulations • Flying and rigging relevant subjects. Gladiators, T in the Park, and We Will principles/AutoCAD • Digital and Rock You, and at venues such as analogue live sound system technology Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) Wembley Stadium, the Millennium • Digital and analogue video and image Stadium, the O2, Royal Albert Hall, and technology • Flying and rigging design Length: Full-time 3 years many of London’s West End theatres. • Business and safety • Power systems • Sandwich 4 years Students choose a career from a diverse • Lighting design • Performance number of industry areas, including lighting design • Business and project Foundation studies: Yes concert sound system technicians, management • Integrated technologies Location: Treforest Campus, broadcast and camera specialists, and group project lighting design and operation. Pontypridd
You can develop invaluable practical How you will study skills in The Cube – a dedicated space You will learn in lectures, workshops and laboratories, as well as television on campus where you can practise Our lecturers have worked in studios and other creative spaces. rigging up for all sorts of events. You different areas in the industry and Assessment involves a mixture of can also become qualified to the ensure that we have constant assignments, coursework, Institution of Engineering and communication with companies. presentations, and class tests Technology 17th Edition Wiring This means we get up-to-date throughout the year, with exams for Regulations, which will boost your information and leave with a some modules. The course attracts employability when you graduate. degree that companies want. guest speakers from industry to This course is focused on the practical enhance your experience in Jess Dyke, application of technology, and aims to relevant areas. BSc (Hons) Live Event train the technical event professionals Technology of the future. It will enable you to work Career potential with artistic colleagues to find creative Our mix of theory and practice will solutions to the practical problems prepare you for a career in involved in staging live events. You will entertainment, broadcasting, live learn using industry-standard Did you know? performance and the media, event equipment in our bespoke facilities on management, and production The Cube at our Treforest campus campus. Outside the classroom, you companies. You may also be self- has been developed with industry can work on external events such as employed. Latest research shows that experts Unusual Rigging. This concerts and productions for special unless the industry can recruit 30,000 training facility has traditional occasions. There are also field trips and new technical staff over the next theatre rigging for the live events backstage tours, which have included decade, theatre and live music industries. You can gain many visits to the West End and the BBC. employers will face a shortage of key practical skills, from lighting trained technicians. and sound design to staging live events.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 97 E 98 Electrical and Electronic Engineering laboratory sponsored byFesto. machines andcontrol engineering aided designsuite,andamechatronics, communication laboratory, acomputer- manufacturer ofmicrocontrollers, a by Renasas–theworld’s biggest systems laboratorysponsored electronics laboratories,an embedded software. Facilitiesinclude two industry-standard hardware and engineering laboratoriesanduse You willstudyinpurpose-built the course. number ofdirected projects throughout hands-on experience,whichincludea are plentyofopportunities togain and engineeringapplications.There subject areas, aswellmathematics combination ofhardware andsoftware and theirapplications.There isa electrical andelectronics techniques develop adetailedunderstandingof By studyingthesecourses,youwill needs ofindustry. your knowledgeandskillsmeetthe technical expertiseinthisarea andthat this course,toensure thatyougain industry professionals toconstruct engineering. We haveconsulted in allaspectsofelectricalandelectronic provide youwithathorough grounding These well-establishedqualifications HND award. mechatronics-themed modulesinthe engineering bystudyinganumberof to undertakeapathwayinmechatronic (see page94).There isalsoanoption Electrical andElectronic Engineering transfer tothefinalyearofBSc(Hons) profile, youwillmeetthecriteriato completing yourHNDwithamerit two years.Ifyouare successfulin You willstudytheHNDaward for in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The HND and BSc awards are linked to provide a pathway to a degree HND /BScElectricalandElectronic Engineering University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. of study. award, whichrequires afurtheryear opportunity totopupaBSc(Hons) many studentsare giventhe Engineering orMechanicalEngineering, the HNDElectricalandElectronic When theyhavesuccessfullyachieved the MinistryofDefence. Aviza Technology, Allevard Springs,and (GEAES), QuantumCAD,Panasonic, General ElectricAircraft Engine Services and nationalcompanies,including employment witharangeoflocal systems. Graduateshavegained control systemsandembedded engineering, communications,or You maypursueacareer inelectrical career opportunitiesopen to you. On graduation,there willbe many Career potential and IntelCorporationUKLtd. range ofcompanies,includingBosch, have completedplacementswitha your communicationskills.Students delivering presentations todevelop class tests,aswellpreparing and assignments, coursework,and Assessment methodsinclude How youwillstudy production andtest•Project energy technology•Electronics embedded systems,orSustainable communications •Programming of BSc: Signalsanddigital • Mechatronics systems control •Managementandsafety microprocessors •Power, machinesand • Computationandembedded • Engineeringapplications • Communicationsengineering • Designofelectricalinstallations • Electricalandelectronic principles HND: Electronics •Mathematics Course content Engineering Council Accreditation: Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus Foundation studies:Yes University 4 years•Part-time:Contactthe • BSc:Full-time3years,Sandwich Length: HND:Full-time2years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) Engineering. (Hons) ElectricalandElectronic entry tothefinalyearofBSc a Meritprofile willallowyou completion oftheHNDwith on theHNDaward. Successful is required. Allstudentsenrol Additional criteria:Aninterview UCAS tariff points(seepage218) Entry requirements: 120-160 UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:006H Engineering E Engineering
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08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 99 100 Engineering E year project • Project research methodology •Final • HumanfactorsAviation legislation management andbusinessplanning practices •Engineeringproject business constraints•Maintenance • Engineeringmanagementand turbine engines•Propellers engineers •Aerodynamics •Gas systems •Professional practice for fundamentals •Instrumentation • ElectricalfundamentalsElectronic • Materialsandhardware •Physics • Analyticalmethodsforengineers Course content degree. graduating withanengineering staff, withtheaddedadvantage of British Airwaysusestotrainitsown training materialsandcurriculumas You willbenefitfrom usingthesame EASA, visitwww.easa.eu.int. two years.Fordetailedinformationon degree canachievethelicenceinjust training, whichmeansgraduatesofthis experience. TheUniversityoffers EASA five years’professional aircraft To getthislicence,youusuallyneed Licence tosignoff aircraft forflight. Part-66 Aircraft MaintenanceEngineer personnel musthaveafullEASA Qualified aircraft maintenance flight simulator. 31 commercial plane,andanMP521 labs, ourownfull-sizeBAEJetstream the Treforest campushasengineering The University’s Aerospace Centre on experience with real aircraft equipment. You willbenefitfrom dedicatedaircraft programme, ourfacilitiesare excellent. Thanks toarecent £1.8minvestment BSc (Hons) award. licence element, and a professional engineering degree course for thecourse. It is an EASA-based practical and theory-based course for the aircraft experience. You can gain two qualifications by studyingEuropean this Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and gives you access to realcourse is recognised by European Aviation Law, as detailed by theAviation is a fast-moving and technologically advanced industry. This BSc (Hons)Aircraft MaintenanceEngineering University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. £11.4bn toUKGDP(ADSreport 2012). 500,000 indirectly, andcontributes supports 200,000jobsdirectly and years. TheUKaerospace industry will doubleinsizeoverthenext20 It isexpectedthatthecivilaircraft fleet subcontract work. commercial aircraft, oryoumaychoose repair andoverhaulofmilitary and growing marketformaintenance, commercial long-haulflights. There isa schools, thearmedforces, and airlines, air-taxi operators,flying manufacturing companies,commercial the UKandacross theworld with You cangainemploymentthroughout sign off aircraft forflight. authorisation before beingpermittedto be selectedforfurtheraircraft-type Part-66 Licencequalifiesitsholdersto opportunities worldwide.TheEASA This courseoffers excellentcareer Career potential can helpyouwiththis. arrange workexperienceandourstaff regulations. You are encouragedto byEuropeangoverned rulesand professional qualificationandare EASA Part-66examinationsleadtoa lectures. working independentlytoprepare for workshops andseminars,inadditionto combination oflectures, tutorials, You willbetaughtthrough a How youwillstudy Authority accredited bytheCivilAviation a landmarkagreement, which is and theUniversityhavesigned Accreditation: BritishAirways affect yourdegree. your Licence.Neitheroptionwill need fiveyears’experiencefor not meetthesecriteria,youwill EASA Part-66Licence.Ifyoudo experience requirement foran a three-year reduction inyour work experience,youwillget complete 20weeksofapproved at 75%withinthree attemptsand element, passallEASAmodules least 2,400hoursoftheEASA criteria: Ifyouattendforat Note onEASAadditional Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Length: Full-time3years required. Chemistry. Aninterviewis a numeratesubject,eg,Physics, must includeMathematicsor Additional criteria:A-levels (see page218) tariff points,eg,CCCatA-level Entry requirements: 240UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:H402 BEng (Hons) / MEng Aeronautical Engineering E
The UK’s aircraft and aerospace industry is the second largest in the Engineering world and contributes significantly to economic growth and productivity. UCAS course code: H410 Aeronautical engineers apply their knowledge and skills to every aspect • Sandwich HK10 of flight vehicles; from design, development and manufacture, to UCAS campus code: A maintenance and operation. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This course was developed in close planning, operations, regulations, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level consultation with industry and the health and safety, and management, (see page 218) Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) which are important facets of the to boost your employability. This industry. You will have flying lessons Additional criteria: A-levels degree forms an educational base for and complete a project in a topic must include Mathematics and Chartered Engineer status with a period of your choice. a science-based subject, eg, of further learning. The MEng complies Physics, Chemistry. An interview is The MEng year will deepen and with the standards and expectations required. broaden your technical knowledge. specified for Professional Engineering There is an interdisciplinary major Competence-2010 (UK-SPEC), to form Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) group design project, which will an educational base for professional build your team integration and development to Chartered Length: BEng: Full-time 3 years, leadership skills. Engineer status. Sandwich 4 years, Part-time Contact the University The latest addition to our teaching How you will study • MEng: Full-time 4 years, facilities is an Aerospace Centre on You will be taught by a combination of Sandwich 5 years, Part-time campus, which houses a BAE Jetstream lectures, tutorials, practical laboratory Contact the University 31 aircraft. Other facilities include sessions and seminars. Modules are a fully instrumented wind tunnel, assessed through a mixture of exams, Foundation studies: Yes educational gas turbine unit, and coursework, problem-based exercises materials testing, instrumentation and presentations. You will also visit Location: Treforest Campus, and control laboratories. In our Merlin sites such as Rolls Royce, GE Aviation, Pontypridd MP521 engineering flight simulator, British Airways Maintenance Cardiff you can assess the handling quality (BAMC), and Airbus. You will learn Accreditation: Royal Aeronautical of your aircraft designs. about technological advances through Society, and Engineering Council guest lectures delivered by senior Course content industrialists from the Ministry of Year one provides basic knowledge Defence, BAMC, and the RAeS. We of routine mathematical methods, also encourage you to take a year-long essential scientific principles, and placement in industry and can help engineering practices. It is your you arrange this through our industrial introduction to design tools, links. manufacturing/workshop techniques, health and safety protocols, and Career potential professional practice. Year two We have links with the regional This course truly prepares develops key areas in the study of aviation industry, which include you for an exciting career in the aerodynamics and flight mechanics, GE Aviation, BAMC, Nordam Europe, aerospace sector, with its broad supported by further mathematics and TES Aviation Group, Storm Aviation, range of design, engineering, mechanics. You will develop a practical and other members of the Aerospace mathematical and management engineering base, and understand Wales Forum. Our graduates are in modules. regulatory and environmental demand in the UK, and in the civil and Nick Jones, BEng (Hons) requirements. defence sectors worldwide. Some of Aeronautical Engineering the UK-based companies with which Year three modules include stability our students work include GE Aviation, and control, propulsion, aircraft Storm Aviation, Airbus, BAMC, and materials and structures, and modelling TES Aviation. techniques. You will learn about
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Automotive engineering allows you to apply the laws of physics and Engineering your mathematical skills to analyse and design vehicles. Automotive UCAS course code: Please engineers are highly sought-after in the automotive industry and its contact the University supply chains. UCAS campus code: A
This BEng award was developed with Course content Entry requirements: 280 UCAS engineering professionals, and is Subject areas include design, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level designed to form an educational base mechanics, thermodynamics, control, (see page 218) for Chartered Engineer status, with a manufacturing, management, and Additional criteria: An A-level in period of further learning. mathematics. As well as covering key Mathematics or a science subject, automotive engineering subjects, you The MEng is designed to comply with preferably Physics. An interview is will develop skills that will boost your the standards and expectations required. employability such as problem solving specified for Professional Engineering and communication. Competence-2010 (UK-SPEC), to form Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) an educational base for professional development to Chartered How you will study Length: BEng: Full-time 3 years, Engineer status. You will learn through lectures, Part-time 5 years, Sandwich 4 tutorials and seminars, as well as years • MEng: Full-time 4 years, This course is a modern automotive practical work, group projects and a Part-time 6 years, Sandwich engineering degree that is relevant to final-year project, plus visits to 5 years the entire automotive sector. Our companies such as Ford and local facilities are excellent and include businesses. You will also spend time Location: Treforest Campus, computer-aided design (CAD) and keeping up-to-date on relevant issues Pontypridd analysis software, engine test beds, and preparing for lectures. Assessments laser scanning arm, and a rapid involve a combination of examinations Accreditation: prototyping machine. As part of your and coursework. Engineering Council studies, you will have the chance to be involved in the development of a Career potential formula student racing car. You will have a range of career We have strong links with this industrial opportunities in the field of automotive sector and place considerable emphasis engineering. In addition, you would be on student projects, where we have well placed to establish an engineering achieved outstanding success in career in many other possible areas national student competitions. As part such as transport, health, defence, of this course, you can also spend a manufacturing, entertainment, design year working in industry. This year will or finance. give you an inside look at the industry, As well as specialist engineering skills help your grades and boost and principles, you will gain key skills in your employability. management, computers, teamwork, design, project management and communication, which will make you attractive to employers in any sector.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 103 104 Engineering E level required byemployers.Thisis analysis andmanagementskillstothe modules thatdevelopyourengineering integration ofsustainability, and mathematics, healthandsafety, the educational basethatincludes These are supportedbyabroad environmental engineering. engineering materials,hydraulics,and construction management,civil structural mechanics,geotechnics, engineering principlessuchas that dealwithfundamental Both degrees containcore subjects Course content MEng programme. will beoffered progression tothe suitable standard intheirsecond year second years,andthosewhoattaina BEng/MEng studyforthefirstand All studentsenrol oncombined institutions. appropriate levelbytheprofessional (UK-SPEC), andare accredited atthe Engineering Competence-2010 expectations specifiedforProfessional comply withthestandards and a Chartered Engineer. Bothawards professional developmenttobecome offering afulleducationalbasefor that leadstoaMastersqualification, a fouryearundergraduatecourse The MEnghasbeendevelopedas to becomeaChartered Engineer. forprofessionallearning development forms aneducationalbasewithfurther Incorporated Engineer. Inaddition,it development tobecomean full educationalbaseforprofessional professionals anditisaccredited asa in conjunctionwithcivilengineering The BEngaward hasbeendeveloped chartered engineer with one of the professional institutions. successful career in civil engineering and develop yourself to becomewellbeing a of society. On this course, you will gain the skills toCivil pursue engineers a work with sources of power in nature for the wealth and BEng (Hons)/MEngCivilEngineering University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. geology/geotechnics. covering engineeringsurveyingand you willattendpracticalfieldcourses Construction. Inthesecondyear, of BuildingMaterialsandGreen Exhibition 13th ChinaInternational the Great Wall ofChina,andthe and visitedtheOlympicstructures, have travelledtoBeijing,China, knowledge. Inrecent years,students fieldtripstobuildonyour international You cangoonnationaland projects. and constructionofcivilengineering standard software usedinthedesign strengthened bytheuseofindustry- and various international companies. and variousinternational Atkins, NetworkRail, UnitedUtilities, Est, CarillionLC,MottMacDonald, Alan GriffithsContractorsLtd,Morgan Symonds, EdmundNuttallLtd,Hyder, of companiesthatincludeCapita and localauthorities,witharange engineers, civilengineeringcontractors graduates secure workwith consulting get aheadstartinyourcareer. Our strong linkswithindustryto helpyou graduates are excellent,and wehave Employment opportunitiesforour Career potential presentation skills. can developvitalcommunicationand an integralpartofassessment,soyou tests, andexams.Presentations are through assignments,coursework, class professionals. You willbeassessed with contributionsfrom industry based onliveprojects andcasestudies, possible, yourproject workwillbe sessions andseminargroups. Wherever supported bytutorials,practical You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy and EngineeringCouncil Institute ofHighwayEngineers, of HighwaysandTransportation, Engineers, Chartered Institution Engineers, InstitutionofStructural Accreditation: InstitutionofCivil Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes 5 years Part-time 6-8years,Sandwich 4 years•MEng:Full-timeyears, Part-time 4-6years,Sandwich Length: BEng:Full-time3years, Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) attainment level. suitable academicbackground and awards, forapplicantswitha Direct entryisconsidered forboth is required. Biology, Geography. Aninterview at A-level,eg,Physics,Chemistry, other numeratesciencesubject Mathematics andatleastone Additional criteria:Mustinclude (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichHG00 UCAS coursecode:H200 BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering E
This degree will give you the intellectual, practical and personal skills Engineering for a career in civil engineering, including structural design, project UCAS course code: H201 management, highway engineering, and sustainable design and • Sandwich HF00 construction. UCAS campus code: A
This course is accredited by the You can also go on exciting field trips Entry requirements: 240 UCAS Institutions of Civil and Structural to build on your knowledge. In recent tariff points, eg, CCC at A-level Engineers, the Chartered Institution of years, students have travelled to (see page 218) Highways and Transportation, and the Beijing, China, and experienced the Institute of Highway Engineers, and Olympic structures, the Great Wall of Additional criteria: A-levels must forms a full educational base for China, and attended the 13th China include Mathematics and/or a professional development to become International Exhibition of Building numerate science or engineering an Incorporated Engineer. This means Materials and Green Construction. In subject, eg, Physics, Chemistry, that what you learn relates directly to the second year, you will attend Biology, Geography. An interview industry standards, so you will have an practical field courses covering is required. advantage over other graduates when engineering surveying and geology/ you compete for jobs. geotechnics. Sandwich: Yes (see page 10)
You will develop knowledge of How you will study Length: Full-time 3 years fundamental engineering principles, as The course offers a combination of • Sandwich 4 years • Part-time well as IT and personal skills. Using theory and practice, so there is a 3 years (post-HNC), 1 year industry-standard software, you will balance of lectures, tutorials and (post-HND) learn how to apply these skills to practical sessions. Many modules engineering problems through design Foundation studies: Yes require coursework only, while others and project work. We actively are a mixture of coursework, class tests encourage you to gain work experience Location: Treforest Campus, and exams. Presentations are included to make you more employable. Pontypridd as an element of assessment in some Completing a sandwich work modules, so you can develop your placement option between years two Also available at HNC, HND and communication and presentation skills. and three will give you valuable Foundation Degree levels. experience – it will look impressive on your CV and has been shown to Career potential Accreditation: Institution of Civil Employment opportunities for our improve performance in the final year. Engineers, Institution of Structural graduates are excellent. We also have Engineers, Chartered Institution strong links with industry that can help Course content of Highways and Transportation, you get a head start in your career. Our Core subjects deal with fundamental Institute of Highway Engineers, graduates secure work with consulting engineering principles: structural and Engineering Council engineers, civil engineering contractors engineering, geotechnics, materials, and local authorities, and with a range hydraulics, and environmental of companies that include Capita engineering. These are supported by a Symonds, Edmund Nuttall Ltd, Hyder, broad educational base that includes Alan Griffiths Contractors Ltd, Morgan knowledge of mathematics, health and Est, Carillion PLC, Mott MacDonald, safety, management, sustainability, IT Atkins, Network Rail, United Utilities, skills, and other relevant topics. This and various international companies. approach is strengthened by an introduction to the use of industry- standard software.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 105 106 Engineering E employability. can helpyourgradesandboost give youaninsidelookattheindustry, year workinginindustry. Thisyearwill you alsohavetheoptiontospenda competitions. Aspartofthiscourse, outstanding successinnationalstudent projects, where wehaveachieved place considerableemphasisonstudent We havestrong linkswithindustryand machine. scanning arm,andarapidprototyping flight simulator, gasturbineplant,laser design (CAD)andanalysissoftware, a excellent andincludecomputer-aided a rangeofindustries.Ourfacilitiesare engineering degree thatisrelevant to mechanical This courseisamodern Chartered Engineerstatus. professional developmentto form aneducationalbasefor Competence-2010 (UK-SPEC),to specified forProfessional Engineering with thestandards andexpectations TheMEngcomplies further learning. Engineer statuswithaperiodof an educationalbaseforChartered engineering professionals, andforms This BEngaward wasdevelopedwith automobile andaerospace. well asinhigh-profile industriessuchas manufacturing tomedicalsupplies,as in alltypesofindustries,from food Mechanical engineersare sought-after knee joints or fairground rides. design, analyse, research and test anything from engines to mechanicalreal-life problems? This course allows you to do just that. YouWould could you like to use your mathematical and analytical skills to solve BEng (Hons)/MEngMechanical Engineering University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. technical sales,andplantengineering. design, manufacturingmanagement, including research anddevelopment, reputation inindustry, inareas Our graduateshavegainedagood Career potential second year. on youracademicachievementinthe initial selectiontotheMEngisbased combined BEng/MEngfirstyearand qualification. Allstudentsenrol ona award thatleadstoaMasters The MEngisafour-year undergraduate examinations andcoursework. be assessedthrough acombinationof Mint, andlocalbusinesses.You will companies suchasGEAES,TheRoyal a final-yearproject, plusvisitsto practical work,group projects and lectures. You through willalsolearn on relevant issuesandpreparing for you willspendtimekeepingup-to-date tutorials andseminars.Aswellasthis, You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy solving andcommunication. you willdevelopskillsinproblem key mechanicalengineeringsubjects, mathematics. Aswellascoveringthe manufacturing, management,and mechanics, thermodynamics,control, Subject areas includedesign, Course content Engineering Council Mechanical Engineers,and Accreditation: Institutionof Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Please contacttheUniversity Sandwich 5years•Part-time: • MEng:Full-time4years, 3 years,Sandwich4years Length: BEng(Hons):Full-time Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) is required. or equivalent.Aninterview other scientific/technicalA-level include Mathematicsandone Additional criteria:Must (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichH303 UCAS coursecode:H300 in production. designs onpapercometolife rewarding –Ienjoy seeingthe work isreally challengingand work tomydegree studies.My apply someoftheaspectsmy experience andbeenableto Mechanical Engineering Kevin Reith,BEng(Hons) I’vegainedinvaluable English and E
Creative Writing Writing Creative and English
Maria Murphy, Author Graduate – BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing
BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing 108 Related courses BA (Hons) English Literature 109 History 138 BA (Hons) English 110 American Studies 139 BA (Hons) TESOL (Minor) 111 Media courses 152 Scriptwriting 88 You can study English in combination with Education 181 other subjects: Welsh 215 English and History 36 English with American Studies 36 English with Education 36 English with History 36 English with Professional Welsh 36 English with TESOL 36
We offer an English and Creative Writing course at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 107 108 English and Creative Writing E writing dissertation.You canalso toproducehave learnt yourcreative In thethird year, youcanusewhat and scriptwriting. non-fiction, poetry, writingforchildren, wide rangeofgenres, including fiction, In thesecondyear, youcanworkina Speakers ofOtherLanguages). (including TESOL–Teaching Englishto literature andEnglishlanguage also choosemodulesinEnglish to Write, andWriting Media.You can introductory modulessuchasStarting In yearone,youwillstudykey Course content Philip Gross. 2010 Welsh BookoftheYear winner, Murray, and2009TSEliotPrize Merriman, RobMiddlehurst,Tiffany Llewelyn, ChrisMeredith, Catherine writers, includingDesBarry, Barrie with classestaughtbypublished creative writingdepartmentsintheUK, The Universityhasoneoftheleading and scriptwriting. may includefiction,non-fiction,poetry, to thecompletedmanuscript.Genres genres, from idea,through draftstages developing yourworkinarangeof workshops. Thesewillfocuson degree isaseriesofpractical professional writer. Thecore ofthe knowledge andskillsneededbya opportunity togainthepractical This inspirationalcourseisyour novelist, and children’s writer. confidently as the writer’s technique matures.” Helen Dunmore, poet,a good course nurtures that talent, challenges it, and develops it “No creative writing degree can plant the seed of talent in a writer, but BA (Hons)Creative andProfessional Writing University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. language andTESOL. scriptwriting, Englishliterature, English children, independentstudy, also modulesavailableinwritingfor autobiography), andpoetry. There are (including travelwritingand (including shortstory),non-fiction which youwriteandstudyfiction choose from arangeofmodulesin by graduates. which hasproduced over30 books postgraduate MPhilinWriting course, students couldalsocontinuetoour Successful including journalism. editing, publishingandwriting, found careers inrelated areas suchas broadcasting. Ourgraduates have public relations, thecivilservice, and valued, includingteaching,advertising, writing andcommunicationskillsare you forarangeofcareers where Studying creative writingwillprepare Career potential or examinations. and othermodulesbycourseworkand/ modules are assessedbycoursework lectures andseminars.Creative writing tutorials. Otheraspectsuseamixof taught mainlyinworkshopsand including creative writingmodules,are The practicalelementsofthiscourse, How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years formal qualifications. in thecaseofstudentswithout Portfolio orinterviewconsidered B inEnglishorarelevant subject. Additional criteria:A-levelgrade (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:W800 came intomyownasawriter. my tutors.That’s whenIreally thanks toamazingsupportfrom throughout mydissertation project –mywritingjustsoared 14,000 words formymain writing mydissertation.Iwrote favourite timeonthecoursewas brilliant bytheendofit.My my degree somygrammar was I alsostudiedTESOLaspartof publishers. now intotheworldofagentsand novel andit’s ready togoout I’ve finishedthefirstdraftofa in andthetutorswere sonice. was noneedtobe–Ifittedright so Iwasabitnervousbutthere I lovedit.wasamature student Professional Writing degree and Professional Writing BA (Hons)Creative and Maria Murphy, IstudiedontheCreative and BA (Hons) English Literature E
From the origins of literature to the writing of today, this English Writing Creative and English Literature degree offers you a comprehensive course of study in this UCAS course code: Q320 exciting and challenging field. As well as exploring texts from a wide UCAS campus code: A range of periods, you will discover how the study of literature has been Entry requirements: 280 UCAS enriched by approaches and responses that reflect political, cultural, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level linguistic and personal concerns. (see page 218) You will be taught by staff who are How you will study Additional criteria: A-level grade experts in their field and whose You will learn through a flexible B in English or a relevant subject published work has been recognised combination of lectures, seminars, as internationally excellent and workshops, group projects and Length: Full-time 3 years world-leading. independent study. All modules on the • Part-time 5-6 years course are informed by the research of Study abroad option available Course content our internationally respected lecturers You will begin with the essentials of and reflect their enthusiasm for the Location: Treforest Campus, how to study and write about literary study of literature. Assessment is Pontypridd texts at degree level, and will examine mostly by coursework. This will take the key genres of poetry, fiction and the form of essays, critical exercises, drama. You will learn about ideas and portfolios, and oral presentations. issues that are at the heart of the academic study of literature. The first Career potential My course was incredible from all aspects. It constantly year also offers optional modules in the English literature students develop a allowed me to surprise myself. study of poetry, Shakespeare, women’s range of key transferable skills, I never thought I would have writing, and American fiction. including effective written and oral finished my degree with first- communication skills, critical thinking, In the second year, you will progress to class Honours, but the staff problem solving, working with others, the study of distinct literary periods and resources at the University self-awareness, time management and such as the Renaissance, Romanticism, allowed me to excel and make achieving targets. Our graduates find the 19th century, and Modernism. You myself and my family proud. careers in editing, publishing, can also choose from modules in journalism, teaching, advertising, public American literature, Gothic literature, I cannot recommend the relations, the civil service, and and women’s writing. University enough – it has given broadcasting. A significant number me an exceptional education, Third year optional modules include also progress to postgraduate study new friends and a passion to Gothic literature, myth, crime fiction and research. excel in everything I pursue. and historical fiction. You can also choose to produce a dissertation on a Hannah Brunning, subject of your choice, under guidance BA (Hons) English Literature from a lecturer expert in the field.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 109 110 English and Creative Writing E under guidanceofanexpertsupervisor. dissertation inoneofthesubjectareas, combination. You canundertake a one subjectarea orcontinuewitha In yourfinalyear, youmay specialisein Writing forChildren. Writing Non-fiction, Writing Poetry, and modules includeWriting Fiction, Societal Bilingualism.Creative Writing Language PowerandIdeology, and in CommunicationandPersuasion, In EnglishLanguage,there are modules 19th CenturyandAmericanLiterature. 1770-1830, theEnglishRenaissance, Romanticism anditsContext areas. Literature modulesinclude from eithertwoorthree ofthesubject In yeartwo,youmaychoosemodules media, andgenres ofnon-fiction. the practiceofwritinginfiction,poetry, Writing moduleswillintroduce youto future of the English language. Creative contexts, andthepast,present and communicative andsociolinguistic explore topicssuchastheinfluenceof Shakespeare. Languagemodules Reading Poetry, Women’s Writing, and Literature modulesonoffer include English LanguageandCreative Writing. modules from EnglishLiterature, In yourfirstyear, youwillchoose Course content two areas. three subjects,orspecialiseinone broad programme ofmodulesfrom all course isflexible,soyoucanchoosea and practiceofcreative writing.The and culturalcontexts,thestudy study oflanguageinvarioussocial Renaissance tothepresent day, the combine thestudyofliterature from This givesyoutheopportunityto design your own degree course. Creative Writing into one degree, giving you the chance to effectivelyrelated subject areas of English Literature, English Language and This distinct and highly flexible course integrates the three closely BA (Hons)English University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Independent Study. Society, Writing forChildren, andan modules includeWriting, Culture and and Sexuality. InCreative Writing, the Workplace, plusLanguage,Gender in Sociolinguistics,Communicationand In EnglishLanguage,there are modules Myth andNarrative,Genre Fiction. Literature, PoetrybyAmericanWomen, Literature modulesincludeGothic journalism. journalism. the civilservice,creative writingand teaching, publicrelations, publishing, Our graduateshavefoundcareers in succeeding intheworkplace. are wellprepared forthechallengeof programme meansthatourgraduates skills aspartoftheEnglishdegree The fosteringanddevelopmentofsuch self-awareness andtimemanagement. problem solving,workingwith others, communication, criticalthinking, including effective written and oral range ofkeytransferableskills, writing. You alsowillgainanimpressive close reading andthepractice of will gain a repertoire of skills in analysis, Depending onyourchosenpath,you Career potential presentations. exercises, portfolios,andoral will taketheformofessays,critical coursework and/orexams.Coursework by coursework,andothermodules Creative writingmodulesare assessed workshops. also gainexperienceingroup workand written andoralpresentations. You will throughlearning individualstudy, and seminars, andactivelyparticipatein You through willlearn lectures and How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Combination: Yes (seepage36) Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years B inEnglishorarelevant subject Additional criteria:A-levelgrade (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS Did you know? UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:Q301 ‘internationally excellent’. ‘internationally classified as‘world-leading’or recognised’, with40% judged tobe‘internationally and Creative Writing staff were publications produced byEnglish Exercise (RAE2008),90%of In thelatestResearch Assessment be inspired bythem. unique lecturers, it’s hard notto somany creative writing.With within literature, languageand offering avarietyofsubjects BA (Hons)English Danielle Price, Thecourseisverydiverse, BA (Hons) TESOL (Minor) E
TESOL is the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages. Writing Creative and English The option to study TESOL at the University has been created in UCAS course code: Dependent response to the huge worldwide demand for qualified teachers of on your Major subject – please English as a second language – a demand that continues to grow as contact the University the result of English becoming ‘the world language’. UCAS campus code: A
We are one of very few UK universities How you will study Entry requirements: Dependent that offers students the chance to You will learn through a combination on your Major subject – please graduate not only with a degree, but of interactive sessions, such as classes, contact the University (see page also with a practical teaching seminars, workshops, teaching practice 218) certificate.* and observation sessions, with plenty Length: Full-time 3 years of support, help and guidance given This Minor award can be combined • Part-time 5-6 years throughout. Assessment involves a with Major subjects such as English Study abroad option available variety of methods, including in-class or Professional Welsh. Turn to page tests, projects, case studies, reports, 36 for more information about observed teaching practice sessions, Combination: Yes (see page 36) combining subjects. and portfolios. Location: Treforest Campus, Course content Career potential Pontypridd The first year of this course involves an There is a growing global demand for in-depth study of the grammar and graduates with a certificate in TESOL. lexis of English, along with an This Minor provides a sound foundation introduction to the sounds (phonology) in teaching English, and on graduation Our TESOL lecturers have of the language. In the second year, you will gain a University of South lots and lots of contacts around there is emphasis on classroom Wales TESOL Certificate.* the world. I’ve now got a job teaching techniques, as well as the teaching in Thailand, and I’m study of various teaching methods and In addition to the TESOL qualification, really lucky. approaches. we provide expert advice and guidance to help you find employment in the Lisa Fry, In your final year, you will observe field. Many of our TESOL graduates BA (Hons) English with TESOL, experienced EFL (English as a Foreign have successfully found English TESOL Teacher in Thailand Language) teachers undertake practice teaching posts in countries such as with international students who are Portugal, Spain, Italy, Thailand and learning English at the University, and China. *Depending on demand, teaching study theories of how languages are places may be limited. If this is the learnt. Learning on the TESOL Minor case, only students selected to course is seen as a collaborative undertake the third year live teaching practice module will gain certification. process, so you will have numerous opportunities to work in groups and meet students from all corners of the world. You will also develop your practical skills through plenty of hands-on teaching experience, as live teaching practice is part of the assessment in the third year.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 111 112 Events E University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Sport Management Live EventTechnology Lighting DesignandTechnology Business courses Related courses BA (Hons)EventManagement Events Students atMonsterJam,MillenniumStadium,Cardiff 209 113 97 96 58 Did you know? variety ofprojects. events managementthrough a will havehands-onexperienceof Right from thefirstterm, you BA (Hons) Event Management E
This course provides hands-on experience of events management from Events the start. During the first term you will be involved in a variety of event UCAS course code: N820 management activities, such as helping plan and deliver a weekend UCAS campus code: A Christmas Fayre in the local community. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS You will graduate from this course with in Hilton Hotels, The Cardiff Story tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level knowledge and practical experience of Museum, and the Millennium Stadium. (see page 218) running events, and you will have You will also develop specialist essential business skills that you need for knowledge by completing a dissertation Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) all kinds of careers. Key organisations, on a current issue in event including established festival organisers management. Length: Full-time 3 years and national heritage bodies, deliver • Part-time 6 years guest workshops as part of the course, How you will study • Sandwich 4 years so you understand how your learning We aim to ensure that all our graduates Location: Treforest Campus, relates to the real world. are employable, so practical experience Pontypridd is a key element of the course. You will Course content benefit from research-led teaching and Your first year will include topics real-time business experiences, as well such as the practical and theoretical as guest lectures from industry aspects of events, managing people, the practitioners and field trips. We have My favourite module is role of events in society, and excellent external links with a variety of planning and managing events foundations in marketing. In the second organisations, including BBC Wales, – it’s what I want to do and we year, you will study event design, Caerphilly County Borough Council have planned student events planning and delivery, how to manage Tourism and Events, Eventure UK, Welsh in the Students’ Union. Lots of event operations, and the social, Government, and Cadw. people want to get into working cultural, economic and physical effects for music festivals, but I want to We encourage students to make use of of events. go into hotels and conferences. our professional links to find a work The course has given me enough The final year is your chance to explore placement. This will put the skills you confidence and experience to areas such as event policy, strategic learn into practice and help make you do this. issues in events, and management skills and your CV distinctive. Plus, your for events. Vital skills addressed at this experiences can inform your final year Sara Loveday, level include how to motivate people, studies and even improve your grades. BA (Hons) Event Management negotiation and event business etiquette. Career potential Events are held in all sectors, so your You will have the opportunity to work in skills will be in demand in the private, industry through an employability public and voluntary sectors. Whatever module. This module lasts throughout your interests, there are events to your final year, and you can enhance match. The general business skills you your professional development by will develop could also lead to careers in spending the equivalent of one full day other areas of business, like sales and a week working in an employer marketing, PR, or general management. organisation. You will carry out a particular role, work on a specific project, or carry out a piece of research for the employer. In recent years, our students have undertaken placements
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BA (Hons) Fashion Design 115 BA (Hons) Fashion Promotion 117 BA (Hons) Interior Design 118 BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Retail Design 119
Related courses Graphic Communication 83 TV and Film Set Design 89
We offer a Fashion Design course at our City campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details. Did you know?
Fashion students have their own building with purpose-designed workrooms for design and display of their work. You can take a virtual tour on our website: www.southwales.ac.uk/360
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Fashion is an ever-changing industry that needs professionals who can Design Interior and Fashion respond to its challenges. We aim to help you become one of these UCAS course code: W230 professionals – a 21st century designer who can provide design • Sandwich W231 (see page 222 innovation, use digital technology and show market awareness. for deadline) UCAS campus code: B You will work on industry-informed The exciting final year draws on briefs to develop your creativity everything you have learned. Based Entry requirements: 280 UCAS and technical ability. Through your on your fashion forecast and design tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level studio practice, you will learn how philosophy, you will instigate a major (see page 218) to integrate design, technology fashion design project and negotiate and theory to create the finished your brief to create a pre-collection Additional criteria: An A-level in product. As well as practical skills, and then a full collection of fashion an art and design-related subject. you will explore the wider concerns of looks, with supporting industry-level Applicants will be required contemporary fashion, such as ethics, production packs and rationale. Your to attend an interview with a global resources and the environment. studies will culminate in a self-directed fashion design-focused portfolio. professional strategies campaign that Garments should be brought to To enhance your career opportunities, will launch you and your collection the interview where possible. we place emphasis on creative and into your chosen area of the fashion consumer market research, creative industry. Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) design, technological innovation, and digital visualisation. To experience How you will study Length: Full-time 3 years this fast-paced industry, you can take • Sandwich 4 years You will develop your practical skills extended professional work placements using our facilities, which include during an optional sandwich year, or Location: ATRiuM and Cromwell dedicated studios and workshops five study overseas through the Erasmus House, Cardiff Campus days a week. You will have access to exchange programme. specialist computer-aided design and manufacturing facilities, and be at the Course content heart of Cardiff’s cultural environment. Your first year focuses on developing To build your understanding of theory and applying core skills for fashion This fashion design course and context, there are integrated design, including fashion theory and encourages originality and lectures, workshops, demonstrations, contextual studies, creative research enables you to grow and evolve tutorials, and visiting speakers from and development of ideas, 2D design, into whatever type of designer industry and academia. You are also technical specification, communication you want to be. Whether crazy encouraged to collaborate on projects and presentation techniques, and conceptual is your thing, with students from fashion and other understanding and applying colour and or chic and simple; the staff are subjects, as well as industrial partners. fabric trends, surface manipulation, super supportive and have tons of pattern cutting, garment construction, knowledge to pass on. Career potential and 3D realisation of garments You will have the potential to work Alyyson Arscott, and looks. across the fashion industry, from BA (Hons) Fashion Design You will build on these skills in the designer to high street, with the power second year, where your studio practice to influence the latest styles and trends. will focus on the working environment, Graduates can progress to a range of with industry-sponsored briefs, live design-related careers such as fashion projects and competitions. You will researcher, menswear or womenswear learn about the principles of building a designer, design assistant, pattern range, manufacture, production, and technologist, production co-ordinator, product development, which underpin fashion illustrator and fashion stylist. all commercial fashion design work.
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116 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Fashion Promotion F
The fashion industry is one of the largest and most dynamic sectors in Design Interior and Fashion the UK, employing over 800,000 people and directly contributing over UCAS course code: WN25 £20bn to the economy each year. The methods used to promote and sell • Sandwich WNF5 (see page 222 fashion brands are vital to maintain this high level of commercial success. for deadline) The balance between creativity and commerce is crucial for the fashion UCAS campus code: B industry, and is examined at length on this course, which is divided Entry requirements: 280 UCAS equally between the study of business and marketing theory, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level and the development of effective visual communication skills. (see page 218) Your studies will introduce you to a photography, and fashion media. In Additional criteria: An A-level in broad range of promotional methods, the final year, the major project focuses an art and design-related subject. while exploring the importance of on your personal area of interest and Applicants will be required to brand identity and the role of fashion in expertise through a highly creative, attend an interview, to which modern society. You will gain the skills industry-standard project that will they should bring a portfolio of for a career in the fashion industry, demonstrate your knowledge, skills and relevant work. and develop the creative and technical ability to potential employers. ability to produce original promotional Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) material and imagery. How you will study You will study in a creative You will work on collaborative projects Length: Full-time 3 years environment, with dedicated studios with students from other courses, • Sandwich 4 years and experienced, committed staff. You and take part in live projects with will learn through a mixture of lectures, established fashion and retail brands. Location: ATRiuM and Cromwell seminars and studio workshops, with There is also the opportunity to gain House, Cardiff Campus an emphasis on practical engagement valuable hands-on experience and with the subject. The focus is on insider knowledge through a year-long developing transferable skills such as work placement at the end of your research, analysis, communication, second year. visual presentation, enterprise and I love my course! You get to reflective practice. You will work try everything and it gives you the Course content on Mac computers throughout the chance to be really creative. You The first two years cover a wide range course, becoming proficient in various get to work with real businesses of subjects, allowing you time to packages such as Photoshop and – we did a project with a store in explore a variety of directions before InDesign. Fashion Promotion studios Cardiff and I won £500. deciding on a particular focus for your in Cromwell House provide spaces for final year. Throughout the course, The tutors are really good at lectures, group work, photography and you will consider the wider context of what they do and know people visual merchandising. fashion in relation to the economic, in the industry. They help you social, technological and ethical with networking and building Career potential issues that shape its development and contacts, which is a really big The skills and knowledge gained influence consumer behaviour. Projects thing. on this course will equip you for a will expose you to the practicalities of range of career paths. Possible areas Jenna Phillips, project management, art direction and of employment are buying, retail, BA (Hons) Fashion Promotion promotional design. merchandising, brand management, During the first year, emphasis is on visual display, PR, e-commerce, fashion visualisation techniques, research media, marketing, or art direction. methods and the creative process. You Students interested in specialising in will also be introduced to marketing graphic communication, journalism theory and branding. In the second or photography are encouraged and year, you will progress to larger, assisted with applications for further industry-led projects on specific areas study at Masters level. such as buying and merchandising,
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 117 118 Fashion and Interior Design F management. attractive toemployers,suchasproject also gainskillsthatwillmakeyoumore or enteradesigncompetition.You will either completeaminordesignproject self-chosen finalcreative project, plus In thefinalyear, youwillworkona theoretical conceptsinspatial design. projects, exploringcommercial and year, youwillprogress tolargerdesign your ideastoprint.Duringthesecond applications thathelpyoutransfer principles ofinteriordesignand In thefirstyear, youstartwiththe Course content from related fields. interior designersandprofessionals practical advice,youwillalsoworkwith get insideinformationandthelatest and Venice (additionalcostsapply).To Amsterdam, Milan,Barcelona, Berlin have takenstudentstoTokyo, Chicago, best contemporaryinteriordesign–we trips, youwillseesomeoftheworld’s architectural company. Onourfield placement withaninteriordesignor experience through ayear-long work can useyourskillsandgetvaluable It’s notallclassroom-based either. You design historyandcurrent practice. qualities ofdesigninthecontext understand theergonomicandspatial professional career, youwillcometo you havetheskillsforasuccessful solve designproblems. To ensure howtousetechnology learning base foryourcreative concepts,while You willgainastrong theoretical balance yourcreativity withpracticality. Throughout yourstudies,youwill to prepare you for success in a growing and competitive design industry.and design management. This award-winning course has been designed world markets and technology, as well as being competent in IT skillscompanies need designers who can respond quickly to changes in Do you have a creative flair and a good eye for design? Modern BA (Hons)InteriorDesign University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. operate asafreelance designer. real clientsandbudgets,howto howtohandleaprojectlearning with to workwithprofessional designers, These projects giveyouthechance that mayleadtoworkplacements. also workonindustry-related projects used bypartnercompanies.You can our studentsisregularly selectedand with industry, theworkproduced by and three. Duetoourexcellentlinks Live projects are afeature ofyearstwo design companies. chosen tosetuptheir own A numberofgraduateshavealso researcher orproject manager. merchandising, andasadesign design, commercial display, visual exhibition andmuseumdesign,retail companies, branding design companies,architectural Graduates mayworkininterior in designandarchitectural firms. are employedasinteriordesigners Successful graduatesofthiscourse Career potential feedback from different perspectives. of courseworkmeansthatyouget assessment andacademic class tests.Self-assessment,company You will be assessed by coursework and AutoCAD and3DStudioMax. computer-drawing programmes suchas ideas through manualdraughtingand how tocommunicateyourdesign creative environment, youwilllearn fellow students.Inourprofessional, present anddebateyourworkwith computer laboratories,andwill seminars, tutorials,workshopsand You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, • Sandwich4years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) relevant work. they shouldbringaportfolioof attend aninterview, towhich Applicants willberequired to an artordesign-related subject. Additional criteria:AnA-levelin (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B for deadline) Sandwich W252(seepage222 UCAS coursecode:W250• you graduate. prepare youforindustrywhen it’s areally goodcoursethatwill and you’vegottoworkhard, but depth. We’re quitecompetitive visuals, withtherightlevelof has abalanceofarchitecture and BA (Hons)InteriorDesign Sara Foster, Ichosethiscoursebecauseit BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Retail Design* F Fashion and Interior Design Interior and Fashion It is essential that brands connect with their customers across a variety of channels. They need to offer a choice of shopping experiences that UCAS course code: WN2N allow the customer to access products when, where and how this is UCAS campus code: B convenient for them. This specialist, industry-focused course is for those who wish to pursue a career in creating concepts for fashion Entry requirements: 280 UCAS retailing environments. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level (see page 218) Your studies will examine consumer How you will study behaviour and the way fashion You will learn in a variety of ways, Additional criteria: An A-level in retail products are presented and including lectures, workshops, case an art and design-related subject. marketed. This centres on the idea studies, presentations, field trips, Applicants will be required to of omni-channel distribution; a new group work, and guests speakers from attend an interview, to which wave of retailing that responds to the industry. You will be set live briefs, they should bring a portfolio of demands and lifestyle of an increasingly which are projects that replicate the relevant work. sophisticated 21st century consumer. workplace and involve working closely There is no other course in the UK with external organisations. There are Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) that focuses on the design of these also opportunities to work with other customer touch points. students and external organisations at Length: Full-time 3 years all levels of the course. These projects • Sandwich 4 years By concentrating purely on fashion and this way of working will develop retailing, this course emphasises the skills that you will need to work Location: ATRiuM and Cromwell unique characteristics of the fashion successfully in the creative industries. House, Cardiff Campus market. This makes it different from other retail-related awards, because it Work experience is an important part considers fit, adoption of trends, and of this course, and you could choose *Subject to validation. identity. to spend up to a year in industry as part of your course. Students have Course content gained placements with a number of Year one: Visualisation • Principles high-profile fashion retailers, including of fashion marketing • Creativity and Browns, Harvey Nichols, Urban ideas development • History of fashion Outfitters, Monsoon/Accessorize, and retail • Trend forecasting • Colour Diesel, Toast, and John Lewis. • Retail branding You will have an opportunity to travel Year two: E-commerce • Retail to cities known for their cutting-edge experience and service design approach to fashion and retail, such as • M-commerce (mobile applications) London and New York. Coursework will • Store layout and visual merchandising be created on Mac computers using • Consumer buyer behaviour • Fashion Adobe Creative Suite and 3Ds Max, as buying and merchandising • Fashion well as iPads. retail industry Career potential Year three: Retail strategy By graduation, you will be able to • Entrepreneurship • Extended research develop comprehensive marketing and project • Final major project communication strategies for engaging and retaining customers, taking account of global markets and ethical concerns.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 119 G Geography, Geology and the Environment Geography, Geology and the Environment Tropical Ecology field course, Cuba Did you know?
100% of our Geography and BA (Hons) Geography 121 Environment graduates are in BSc (Hons) Geography 122 employment or further study within six months of graduation. BSc (Hons) Physical Geography 123 (Graduate Destination Survey 2011) BSc (Hons) Geology 125 BSc (Hons) Sustainable Energy Science 126
You can study some of these subjects in combination: Geology and Physical Geography 36 Physical Geography with Geology 36
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We are the only university in Wales to offer volcanology study.
120 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Geography G
As a geographer, you will participate in an experiential learning Environment the and Geology Geography, programme that immerses you in the challenges confronting society in UCAS course code: L701 the 21st century. This degree presents an integrated view of the UCAS campus code: A interconnected, yet complex world in which we live. Creative and Entry requirements: 280 UCAS innovative approaches to study will ensure an exciting exploration of tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level the rich interaction between place, people and society. (see page 218) We live in a rapidly changing and richly • Geography field course A-levels to diverse world. By examining the • Dissertation • Work-based learning Additional criteria: exclude General Studies economic, social, cultural and political processes that shape policy, you will How you will study Length: Full-time 3 years build a deep understanding of the key You will learn through lectures, • Part-time 6 years geographical principles, concepts and workshops, seminars and tutorials. new ideas in geography. You will You will have the opportunity to Location: Glyntaff Campus, engage with the process of identifying witness human geography in the field, Pontypridd and resolving societal dilemmas and in locations such as Cornwall, Ireland uncertainties, and question how your or Scotland, or further afield in Accreditation: perceptions of place, space and Amsterdam, Paris, New York or landscape are shaped and influenced. Australia.* Getting involved with a range of community initiatives also Course content provides practical experience. This course will take you from the Innovative assessment methods include cosmopolitan city to the increasingly the production of audio walks, commodified countryside, looking at eco-documentaries, spatial blogs and BA (Hons) Geography is such sustainable community development, community strategy development. a varied degree. It gives you the identity and nationhood in an era of These complement traditional methods opportunity to develop new globalisation. Year one provides the such as essays, oral and written passions that you had never even foundation for your study. You can presentations, examinations and considered before; I particularly specialise in areas that interest you and reports. This ensures you build took a shine to sustainability. As suit your career aims in years two confidence and a portfolio of well as the course keeping you and three. transferable skills for the workplace. on your toes, the field trips are always a top priority – one a year Year one: Urban and rural change Career potential and each one as interesting as • Place, space and identity Geography graduates have abilities and the last. • Introduction to geographical qualities that are prized by employers information systems • Field techniques I am currently in Poland on an across all sectors. A skills and career and research methods • Landform environmental internship, this is development pathway is built into the systems • Global systems without doubt due to my degree, course to ensure that our graduates are its diversity and dynamic teaching Year two: Environmental resource ready for the world of work. methods. The course has my full management • City life and country Engagement in a number of recommendation to anyone with living • Managing sustainable partnerships will contribute to your any interest in geography, large development • Participatory geography portfolio of graduate skills. Work-based or small. You will find something • Developing field skills • Remote learning modules provide a further to love on this course. sensing and spatial analysis • Fluvial opportunity for you to gain key and glacial environments employability skills, working with local Amy Smith, community groups, school or BA (Hons) Geography Year three: Rural geography: conservation organisations, utility or Representation and reality • Urban retail companies. Our graduates have geography: Space, society and pursued careers in environmental difference • Reading the contemporary *Additional costs apply. planning and management, GIS, local landscape • Community development government, education for sustainable • Management of environmental development, the retail sector, and hazards • Advanced geospatial analysis postgraduate study. 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 121 122 G Geography, Geology and the Environment and countryliving • Spatialdata sustainable development •Citylife resource management•Managing environments •Environmental biogeography •Fluvialandglacial Year two:Coastalenvironments and techniques andresearch methods information systems•Investigative • Introduction togeographical • Urbanandruralchange systems •Place,nationandidentity Year one:Landformsystems•Global Course content graduate. confidence andbecomeanemployable are builtintothecourseso youbuild workshops andwork-basedlearning your career potential.Career Your studiesare designedtomaximise Netherlands orUganda.* changing faceofcommunityinthe or Malta’s dynamiccoastlinetothe hazardous volcaniclandscapeofSicily to NewYork’s iconiccityscape,the frominternational; ruralPembrokeshire can takeyoufrom thelocalto employability. Thisexperientiallearning essential skillsthatwillimprove your unforgettable experiences,butalso locations notonlyprovides inandthroughLearning diverse delicate balance. environments, andhowtosustaintheir between humanandnon-human you willappreciate therelationship to global scales. Through this approach, environments andcultures, from local that challenge21stcenturysocieties, Each year, youwillexplore criticalissues people andplacesinaglobalsociety. social andculturalactivitiesthatshape exploration ofthepolitical,economic, issues, whichwillengageyouinan We emphasiserelevant contemporary that environment. human life and culture, and in turn, how humans alter and transform experience. You will discover the way in which the environment affectsGeography is dynamic and provides a transformative learning BSc (Hons)Geography University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. • Work-basedDissertation learning • Advancedgeospatialanalysis • Regionalgeographyfieldcourse the contemporarylandscape Representation andreality •Reading difference •Ruralgeography: • Urbangeography:Space,societyand • Climaticandenvironmental change change andcoastalmanagement environmental hazards •Sealevel Year three: Managementof • Developingfieldskills processing andremote sensing teaching, orfurther study. retail management, utilitycompanies, country planning, public administration, agencies andconsultancies,town opportunities existinenvironment in awiderangeofprofessions. Career ensures thatyouare highlyemployable consider itssustainability. Thisinsight about us,ourinteractionwithitand equipped tounderstandtheworld market. Geographersare ideally and skillsfortoday’s employment study thatprovides relevant knowledge This isacontemporaryprogramme of Career potential work. development, andmultimediaproject reports, community-based strategy innovative methodsthatincludewriting and posterpresentations, with examinations, group project work,oral traditional methodssuchasessays, skills further. Assessmentcombines sensing labswilldevelopyourpractical training inbespokeGISandremote your transferableskills.Hands-on both day-longandresidential, willbuild practical laboratorywork.Fieldwork, workshops, seminars,tutorialsand You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy Accreditation: Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, • Part-time6years Length: Full-time3years exclude GeneralStudies Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:F801 *Additional costsapply. workplace. useful skillsforthefuture and the different assignmentsoffers helpful, andtherangeof The lecturers are friendlyand experience. Uganda fieldtrip,itwasagreat highlight wouldhavetobethe always beengreat fun.The an importantpartandhas For methefieldworkwas and Ihavelovedeveryminute. Geography hasbeenamazing BSc (Hons)Geography Michael Pennifold, MytimeontheBSc(Hons) BSc (Hons) Physical Geography G
Physical geography is concerned with features of the Earth’s surface, Environment the and Geology Geography, the processes that shape them and human interaction with them. UCAS course code: F840 As pressures on the planet intensify, geographical knowledge and UCAS campus code: A insight are increasingly important, professionally and commercially. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS On this course, you will develop exploit the fact we are close to some tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level a broad background in physical of the UK’s best landscapes, including (see page 218) geography, plus the ability to develop the Brecon Beacons National Park, A-levels scientific principles and apply them Glamorgan Heritage Coast, Gower Additional criteria: to include a science such as to related questions and problems. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Geography or Mathematics, and Through considerable emphasis on field and the Pembrokeshire Coast National to exclude General Studies. and laboratory techniques, you will Park. You can also study further gain a wide range of practical skills. afield in other areas of the UK and Europe (Sicily, Malta), as well as on Length: Full-time 3 years There are also work placement tropical expeditions to Uganda and • Part-time 5-6 years opportunities as part of your studies. Kenya, Cuba, Honduras, or Indonesia Lasting up to a year, these will give you Combination: Yes (see page 36) (additional costs apply). new skills and experiences that can improve your CV and your final year Location: Glyntaff Campus, How you will study grades. Students have worked in areas Pontypridd Study in lectures is combined with such as planning, flood management, hands-on practical experience through recycling, geographical information Accreditation: field courses and laboratory work, systems (GIS), and environmental taught by a range of specialists. You hazards. will study a broad range of core and optional subjects in new facilities at our Course content Glyntaff campus. Many elements have On this course, you can study many a vocational orientation and focus on aspects of the physical environment. The best thing about practical applications, using industry- These include: geography is the opportunity to standard and research/specialist • Climate change and atmospheric visit places you would never have software. circulation • Environmental hazards dreamed of visiting. During my and their management • Tectonic second year, we visited Sicily to Career potential geomorphology and volcanicity study volcanology – witnessing a By the time you graduate, you will • Surface processes and volcano erupting was amazing. be able to apply scientific principles geomorphology • Flooding, hydrology We also visited Honduras and to related questions and problems. and water resources • Integrated Indonesia to study tropical Your knowledge and skills can be coastal zone management ecology, looking at rainforests used professionally and commercially, • Biogeography and ecology and reefs. This was a once in a working for environmental agencies, • Soils • Quaternary and Holocene lifetime experience. After gaining public administration, or in research environmental changes • Environmental my degree I went on to complete towards a sustainable economy and sustainability • Management and an MSc in Environmental environment. Our graduates enjoy law • Energy resources and waste Conservation Management. diverse career pathways and we are management • Pollution impacts and proud of their success. Some work Paul Wood, contaminated land survey • GIS as environmental consultants in BSc (Hons) Physical • Remote sensing • Surveying and private industry, consultancies and Geography, global positioning systems government, using their GIS skills, flood Environmental Risk Manager No physical geography degree can management expertise and knowledge be confined to a classroom and of coastal planning. Many graduates our diverse field courses make this choose teaching or work for local degree unique. Almost all modules authorities, while others progress to are supported by field courses that postgraduate study.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 123 124 G Geography, Geology and the Environment University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. science laboratories, Glyntaff Campus,Pontypridd Students analysing samplesinournewpurpose-built BSc (Hons) Geology G
Geology is the study of the world beneath your feet – it’s the course to Environment the and Geology Geography, choose if you are interested in the outdoors and want to understand how UCAS course code: F600 the landscape, the planet and life have changed over millions of years. • Sandwich F601 UCAS campus code: A Geology is concerned with the Earth’s • Introduction to geochemistry origin, structure, composition and • Introduction to geophysics Entry requirements: 240 UCAS history, as well as the physical, chemical • Introductory GIS tariff points, eg, CCC at A-level and biological processes that have (see page 218) Year two: Developing field skills formed it. Geologists also maintain • Earth history • Palaeontology our supply of vital natural resources, Additional criteria: A-levels must • Igneous and metamorphic petrology including oil, gas, aggregates, metals include a science but exclude • Structural geology • Sedimentology and water. With increasing population General Studies. • Remote sensing and spatial analysis and development, the demand for Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) geologists is always high and will Year three: Independent mapping continue to grow. • Dissertation or work-based learning Length: Full-time 3 years • Engineering and environmental Your studies will explore diverse topics, • Part-time 6 years geology • Volcanology • Geophysical including how to describe, analyse and • Sandwich 4 years methods • Earth resources interpret rocks, how volcanoes work, how mountains are formed, how ice Location: Glyntaff Campus, ages originate, how and why Mars How you will study Pontypridd differs from Earth, and what Britain The focus of this degree is hands- was like 300 million years ago. You on learning, so you will gain useful, will also learn skills that are vital to practical skills that are supported by geologists in the workplace, including the study of theory. Most modules My experience was very GIS, exploration geology and geophysics. are taught through a mix of lectures and practical laboratory exercises, positive and I enjoyed the course Throughout the course, you will in excellent laboratories. We pride immensely. Lots of practical experience many different and exciting ourselves on offering extensive components of the course have field locations (additional costs fieldwork in the UK and overseas, been very useful in my role with apply for overseas trips). Field course including Mount Etna and Iceland. The an environmental consultancy, destinations include Iceland, Etna and course contains around 35% practical conducting site investigations for Vesuvius, Dorset, Pembrokeshire and work and most modules include a contaminated land. I was able to the Lake District. You will also complete fieldwork element. hit the ground running from the a four-week geological mapping start. The quality of lecturing was exercise in France, Iceland or south Career potential very high and staff were always Wales. You can also spend a year in By the time you graduate, you will available to discuss coursework the workplace, which will boost your understand scientific principles and and other course-related issues. employability and could improve your be able to apply them to geological Nick Bunn, final grades. questions and problems. Our graduates BSc (Hons) Geology have varied careers in the UK and Course content overseas, including site investigation In the first year, you will gain basic and environmental assessment, land geological knowledge and scientific reclamation, water resources and background. In years two and three, mining. The third year of the course is you will enjoy more detailed study and tailored to allow a route into industry, develop practical and transferable skills. or a route into research or academia. A number of our graduates continue Year one: Introductory geology: Theory to postgraduate courses or research • Introductory geology: Practice degrees, either here or elsewhere. • Introductory field and research skills 1 and 2 • Analytical techniques
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 125 HG BSc (Hons) Sustainable Energy Science*
Sustainable energy is key to solving the problem of climate change. This degree in sustainable energy science will enable you to develop UCAS course code: H22C knowledge and skills for a career in this growth industry. UCAS campus code: A
This course concentrates on the distribution • Principles of bioenergy Entry requirements: 280 UCAS underlying science that is put to systems • Industrial and site visits tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level use in the production and service of • Principles of sustainable energy (see page 218) sustainable energy technology such systems • Sustainability, policy and A-levels as materials science, microbiology, legislation • Project preparation Additional criteria: to include two sciences, eg, physics, and environmental chemistry, Year three: Principles of energy from Chemistry, Maths, Biology and while demonstrating how these water • Renewable heat processes Physics, at C grade or above, and can be applied in industry. As well • Advanced bioenergy systems to exclude General Studies. as traditional aspects of sustainable • Principles of solar energy • The low energy such as wind, solar and water carbon and hydrogen economy Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) power, you will also study subjects such • Dissertation as bioenergy, the hydrogen economy, Length: Full-time 3 years and renewable heat. How you will study • Part-time 6 years There is an exciting programme of field Each module will involve around • Sandwich 4 years visits, which put your studies in context three hours each week in lectures, Location: Glyntaff Campus,
Geography, Geology and the Environment and offer valuable practical experience. and tutorials, laboratory classes and Pontypridd You can also spend a year working e-learning where appropriate. You will in industry as part of your studies. be assessed as you progress, through This experience will impress potential a mixture of coursework assignments employers and can often improve your and formal exams at the end of each *Subject to validation. final year grades. year. Coursework involves group and individual mini-projects, laboratory and The course is delivered by members site-visit reports, and poster and oral of the Sustainable Environment presentations. You will also complete a Research Centre (SERC), a leading dissertation in your final year. and internationally recognised centre for over 30 years. SERC is home to The Wales Centre of Excellence Career potential for Anaerobic Digestion and the This degree is designed to develop University’s Centre for Renewable cutting-edge knowledge and high-level Hydrogen Research and Demonstration, practical skills relevant to many areas the first centre of its type in Wales. of graduate employment, particularly scientific and technological roles related Course content to energy and the environment. These include positions in local authorities, Year one: Introduction to sustainable government regulatory agencies, energy science • Energy labs 1 manufacturing industries, energy and • Energy transfer processes environmental consultancy companies, • Introduction to sustainable electricity waste management companies, water • Physical systems • Analysis for companies, environmental and energy scientists • Environmental chemistry advice centres, research centres, and • Introduction to bioenergy science national and international non- • Experimental design and data analysis governmental organisations. There is Year two: Sustainable energy materials also the opportunity to progress to science • Principles of wind energy postgraduate study at the University. • Energy labs 2 • Energy supply and
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Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, Treforest, Pontypridd
MChiro Chiropractic 128 BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care 129 BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences 130 BSc (Hons) Human Physiological Science 131 Did you know?
BMid (Hons) Midwifery 133 Our Clinical Simulation Centre BN (Hons) Nursing 134 offers our students a life-like clinical experience. This training BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Physical Activity and facility has a ward area, maternity Community Health 135 suite and Intensive Care Unit, and is home to a large family of 136 BSc (Hons) Social Work sophisticated, life-size medical manikins that can mimic the acutely ill adult and child. They Related course can talk, breath, bleed, blink and Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation 203 cry and even give birth!
We offer a Community Health and Well-being course at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 127 128 H Health Sciences chiropractic andgeneralhealthcare, scientific principles relevant to training meansyou willunderstandthe health-related professions. Your chiropractic inthecontextofother You willgaininvestigative skillsandsee principles andpracticeofchiropractic. and evaluativeapproach tothe You willdevelopacritical, analytical Course content students from theEU. funding arrangementsare available for educational standards and generous chiropracticmeets international Education (ECCE).Thisdegree also European CouncilonChiropractic Chiropractic Council(GCC) andthe accredited byboththeGeneral Masters degree programme thatis offer afullyintegratedundergraduate We are theonlyuniversityinUKto experience. to enhanceyourknowledgeand includes ahospitalplacementscheme outpatient clinic.Thisclinicaltraining Welsh InstituteofChiropractic chiropractic care topatientsatthe student clinicianandprovide you canworkundersupervisionasa expertise throughout thecourse,until is agradualdevelopmentinclinical to reinforce youracademicstudy. There the outsetandcarefully integratethis introduce aspectsofclinicalworkfrom employability. Forthisreason, we improve yourability, confidenceand component ofyourtraining–itwill Clinical experienceisamajor and rehabilitation. manage themthrough therapy human structure andfunction, be abletoidentifyabnormalitiesof human bodyinhealthanddisease, You willstudyandunderstandthe in the UK. methodology, education and training to meet registration requirementsa chiropractor, this qualification will provide the appropriatethat clinical focuses on a manual approach to healthcare. If you want to be Chiropractic is a fast-growing, independent, regulated profession Master ofChiropractic (MChiro) University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. chiropractor. framework oftheprofessional and understandthelegalbusiness relevant toprofessional practice, communication andpracticalskills employability, youwillgaineffective conditions. To improve your range ofrelevant, health-related and beabletodiagnosemanagea worldwide. employment inother countries to applyforregistration and qualifications willoffer anopportunity high employmentuptake.Your growing profession, sothere isavery neurology, orresearch. Chiropractic isa rehabilitation, clinicalimaging, you couldspecialiseinsportsmedicine, career opportunitiesineducation, or independent sector. There are also as achiropractor intheUK Chiropractic Council(GCC) topractise for registration withtheGeneral standards. You willbeeligibletoapply chiropracticinternational accreditation Graduates meetnationaland Career potential long examinationrecords. clinical exams,andobjectivestructured assessments, objectivestructured group presentations, practical tests, multiplechoicecoursework, Assessment methodsincludewritten chiropractic staff. the closesupervisionoffullyqualified clinic attheUniversity, workingunder months inthechiropractic outpatient clinical trainingelementconsistsof13 depending onthetopic.Thefinalyear tutorials, laboratory, orclinicalwork, hours eachweekinlectures, practicals, You willtypicallyspendaround 20 How youwillstudy Chiropractic Education(ECCE) and theEuropean Council on Chiropractic Council(GCC) Accreditation: General Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Length: Full-time4years is required. score of7.0fornon-UKapplicants equivalent) minimumaverage are interviewed.AnIELTS (or of healthisrequired. Allapplicants clinical practiceandastatement observation ofachiropractor in spent). Provision ofevidence (no offences are considered national equivalent)disclosure Criminal Records Bureau (or Studies. AsatisfactoryEnhanced Chemistry, andexcludeGeneral must includeBiologyandnormally Additional criteria:A-levels (see page218) tariff points,eg,ABBatA-level Entry requirements: 320UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:B320 life. improving patients’qualityof into clinicalpracticeand learned me wasputtingeverythingI’ve pretty exciting.Ahighlight for as aSeniorStudentClinicianwas Marc Foster, MChiro Gettingready toenterclinic BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care H
A career in health and social care is a demanding but rewarding choice. Sciences Health This degree is a gateway to a variety of roles and responsibilities in UCAS course code: L510 the health and social care sectors, from working with individuals to UCAS campus code: A managing people. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This course will give you the How you will study tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level knowledge and skills to work as a The way you learn will vary depending (see page 218) manager, support worker, or assistant on the topic, but could include practitioner in health and/or social care interactive tutorials, student-led Additional criteria: A-levels to settings, including the voluntary and seminars, critical incident analysis, role exclude General Studies. independent sectors. Getting out of the play, or a range of groupwork activities. A satisfactory Enhanced Criminal classroom and into the workplace is a On some modules, you will learn with Records Bureau disclosure (no key part of your learning, so there are students from other disciplines to offences are considered spent) and placements in health and social care gain an insight into what it takes to registration with the Independent environments throughout the course. work with health and social Safeguarding Authority. An care professionals. interview is required. The structure of this programme offers you flexibility, with four different exit To reflect the real world of work, Access criteria: 60 credits; 45 at points to get started in your new modules are assessed in a variety of Level 3 and 15 at Level 2, eg, career. Depending on how much of the ways through group and individual 6 Distinction, 33 Merits, 6 Passes. course you complete, you can gain a presentations, reports, portfolio, Certificate, Diploma, BSc, or BSc (Hons) literature review, care plan and case Length: Full-time 3 years in Health and Social Care. Studying analysis, project work, and essays. • Part-time 6 years either part, or the entire course, will prepare you academically for roles at Career potential Foundation studies: Yes Levels 2-5 in the Skills for Health You could work in health promotion, career framework. further education, NHS management, Location: Glyntaff Campus, advocacy, supervisory, service Pontypridd Course content co-ordination or care co-ordinator You will learn about all aspects of positions, in home care, care homes, the service user’s journey through social accommodation, reablement health or social care agencies. Your and integrated teams. Positions studies will cover health promotion, are available in public, private and I’m enjoying the course so far communication, collaboration, voluntary sectors, or with organisations – it is very interesting as it covers confidentiality, making decisions, law, such as MIND or Communities First, more than one area of the health social policy, cognitive behavioural Community Health Council, domestic service. This course opens up therapy, consent, promoting violence, learning disabilities, and drug many opportunities in the health independence and wellbeing culture, and alcohol teams. sector, so I think my job search leadership, and management. You will will be over a wider area. also gain essential skills in key practice Many of our students go on to Joanne Jones, areas, such as resuscitation, conflict, postgraduate studies in research, public BSc (Hons) Health and risk, supporting the management of health, law, education and professions Social Care medicines, care of the unconscious such as occupational therapy, nursing patient, managing people and services. and social work.
In the third year, there are optional modules available to help you tailor the degree to your career aims. Areas include disaster healthcare, public health, the growing or learning child, decision making, research, or a project in a subject of your choice.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 129 130 H Health Sciences University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. improve yourclinicalpracticeskills. nutrition, andbiochemistry, aswell human genetics,endocrinology, knowledge inmedicalmicrobiology, The secondyearwilldevelopyour the Universityandinworkplace. health scienceandclinicalpractice,at biochemistry, genetics,cell biology, to anatomyandphysiology, In thefirstyear, youwillbeintroduced Course content be interviewed. starting thiscourse.Allapplicantswill and proof ofEUnationality* before disclosure, amedicalhealth certificate, a current enhancedcriminal record Applicants are required toprovide students). available forUniversityofSouthWales programme (maximumof 10 places they are eligibletoapplyfortheA101 for medicineatCardiff University, or higher, andsatisfyadmissioncriteria students achievea2:1Honoursdegree at Cardiff University(A101).Ifthese graduate feederschemeformedicine are eligibletoapplyforthefouryear number ofsecond-yearstudentswho Every year, weidentifyaselected to offer youanextracareer option. collaboration withCardiff University Uniquely, wedevelopedthiscoursein placements withlocalhealthboards. and experiencethrough shortwork employability, youwillgainextraskills the bestinUK.To improve your simulation facilities,whichare among modules inourstate-of-the-artclinical physiology are reinforced bypractical such asanatomy, biochemistryand research experience.Subjectareas gain valuableclinicaltrainingand fundamentals ofmedicalscienceand You willbeintroduced tothe community. starting point for an interesting and varied career in the healthcareknowledge to progress in a number of medical disciplines – it is youropportunities in this important sector. This course gives you theAdvances scientific in healthcare and science mean there are many exciting BSc (Hons)MedicalSciences wishing tobecometeachers. involving schoolsplacementsforthose to theircareer path,includingaproject dissertation inasubjectarea relevant Other studentscompletearesearch during theirthird yearofstudyhere. into humandissectionclassesatCardiff at Cardiff Universitywillbeintegrated considered forprogression tomedicine A limitednumberofstudentswhoare will improve yourcareer potential. for clinicaltrainingandresearch, which the courseprovide extraopportunities or biologicalanthropology. Allareas of as optionalareas liketropical medicine psychology, andhealthpolicy, aswell in immunology, pharmacology, aims. There willbecore modules that are mostrelevant toyourcareer Your finalyearletsyouchoosemodules interpretation, andproblem solving. reports, casehistoryanalysis, data essays, oralpresentations, written Assessment includesexaminations, clinical experienceinhospitalsettings. healthcare sector, where youwillgain will bepracticalplacementsinthelocal Inthefirsttwoyears,therelearning. self-directed studyandwork-based laboratory sessions,placements, tutorial support,workshops,practical You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy healthcare services,andteaching. medical research, technicalsupportin graduates haveprogressed tocareers in at Cardiff andelsewhere. Other progressed tomedicine programmes To date,65%of ourgraduateshave Career potential the SocietyofBiology. This courseisrecognised by Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years is required. (no offences are considered spent) Criminal Records Bureau disclosure required. AsatisfactoryEnhanced Double Science.Aninterviewis Mathematics, andChemistryor B atGCSEEnglishLanguage, are required. Aminimumgrade Biology andChemistryA-levels Baccalaureate, Bgradesin theWelsh General Studies.With grade BinBiologyandexclude from three A-levels,toincludea Additional criteria:Points (see page218) tariff points,eg,ABBatA-level Entry requirements: 320UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:B901 non-funded placesonthiscourse. *We regret thatthere are no first-class Honours. enthusiastic. Igraduatedwith good andthelecturers were very surgery. Thefacilitieshere were different areas ofmedicineand observe andgaininsightintothe provided agreat experienceto BSc (Hons)Medical Sciences Natalie Lane, Theclinicalplacements BSc (Hons) Human Physiological Science* H
This degree in human physiological science looks at the complex Sciences Health human body in health and disease. UCAS course code: B100 UCAS campus code: A You will explore how human form and How you will study function work at the cellular, organ and The course will be taught through Entry requirements: 320 UCAS systems level. You will also learn how lectures, seminars, practical classes tariff points, eg, ABB at A-level to use the technology needed to assess and demonstrations. Assessment will (see page 218) physiological function in a range of be through examination, coursework, healthy and pathological conditions. project work and practical skill Length: Full-time 3 years assessments. It is possible to either study a broad Location: Glyntaff Campus, range of human physiological sciences, Pontypridd or to specialise in cardiac or respiratory Career potential physiological sciences. These specialist This course is an opportunity to study pathways follow the same academic a wide range of specialist subjects *Subject to validation. route as the Department of Health relevant to the healthcare science programme for Healthcare Scientists, professions, so graduates can explore a but do not contain the clinical wide range of career and further study placement option. options. It is an ideal opportunity to Excellent facilities prepare for a career or further study in Course content the healthcare science environment, Health Sciences students enjoy eg, research, the medical industry, or impressive training facilities Areas of study will include the make application to train for clinical at our Glyntaff Campus. The scientific basis of healthcare science, practice. Clinical Simulation Centre is an clinical physics, public health, clinical authentic environment where cardiovascular and respiratory students can gain new clinical physiology, professional practice, skills and practise what they clinical instrumentation, research have already learned. They use methods, systems physiology, the same equipment as they will physiology and disease processes. find in hospitals, and work on While some modules are compulsory, sophisticated medical manikins this is not an exhaustive list, and that mimic the human body’s you can begin to choose specialist reactions to treatment. pathways from year two. You see these facilities at on Open Day or take a look online: www.southwales.ac.uk/360
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 131 132 H Health Sciences University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Clinical Simulation Centre,Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd BMid (Hons) Midwifery H
Childbearing is a major event within the normal life cycle. Midwives care Sciences Health for and support pregnant women during this period of their lives, and UCAS course code: B720 are often the first point of contact for women and their families. The UCAS campus code: A ethos of midwifery education is partnership with women, facilitating Entry requirements: 300 UCAS and encouraging a healthy pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal period. tariff points, eg, BBB at A-level Course content Your skills will be developed and (see page 218) The course runs full-time over three assessed in the Clinical Simulation years. It covers all aspects of normal Centre at the University, and by Additional criteria: A-levels to midwifery, complicated childbearing, your clinical mentor while you are exclude General Studies. With and postnatal care. You will also study on placement. You also need to the Welsh Baccalaureate, two B wider issues such as health promotion, complete a student portfolio, which grades at A-level are required. public health, law and ethics, and is an essential part of the assessment Five GCSE passes A-C must professional issues. process. include Science, in addition to Mathematics and English Midwifery is a skills-based profession Career potential Language. All applicants are and development of your clinical skills Once qualified as a midwife, required to attend an interview. is an important part of this course. You employment in Wales and the UK Two satisfactory references, will gain clinical experience with local is dependent on application to one satisfactory Enhanced Criminal health boards and on work placements. or more of your chosen local health Records Bureau disclosure (no These placements encourage the skills, boards. There are many changes within offences are considered spent), confidence and competence you need the NHS, and midwifery is often at the and a satisfactory medical are part to be a midwife. To improve your forefront of care delivery. Wherever of the entry requirements. Each employability you will develop a range you are employed, you will be part of year of the programme lasts a of abilities so you can provide holistic a dynamic workforce, providing the minimum of 45 weeks. care. You will gain some of these skills full range of midwifery and family care in our Clinical Simulation Centre on Access criteria: 60 credits; 45 at within friendly team structures. campus, and on clinical placements in Level 3 and 15 at Level 2, eg, midwifery or gynaecology care settings. 6 Distinction, 33 Merits, 6 Passes.
We also offer an 18-month programme By studying Midwifery here, I If you are a UK student, your for nurses on Part 1 (Adult) of the NMC have developed strong skills and course fees will be paid by the register. Please contact the University an unwavering professionalism, Welsh Government. For details for more information. which are crucial to becoming a visit our website. confident, enthusiastic, caring How you will study and engaging midwife. The There is a mixture of study block Midwifery lecturers are incredibly Please note that you can only teaching weeks, with some days passionate about the profession apply for either nursing or allocated to private study. Practice and and this passion is infectious! midwifery, and multiple theory are split evenly and you will have Studying Midwifery has been applications will not be considered. assessments for both. It is important life-changing and challenging, Holidays are fixed and non- you gain experience in a range of and throughout my degree, I’ve negotiable for the duration of locations, so you will be expected to been supported by professional the course. go on placements in a number of local and engaging lecturers who health boards that last several weeks ensured I reached my potential. Length: Full-time 3 years at a time. This may require extended Claire George, travelling, and late night and early Location: Glyntaff Campus, BMid (Hons) Midwifery morning shift patterns. It is therefore Pontypridd essential to be a car owner/driver.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 133 134 H Health Sciences partner healthboards (CwmTaf, you spendinpracticewillbeour members oftheclinicalteam.Thetime supported byyourmentorandother these, youwillworkalongsideandbe integral partoftheprogramme. In Supervised practiceplacementsare an underpins andappliestopractice. ensure youunderstandhow thetheory role play, scenarios andsimulation,to University, includinglectures, tutorials, taught inavarietyofwaysatthe throughout thecourse.You willbe practice, whichisintegrated equal splitbetweentheoryand minimum of42weeks.There isan Each yearofthecourselastsa How youwillstudy you fortherole ofaregistered nurse. the knowledgeandskillstoprepare and ethicalissues,soyouwilldevelop sciences, nursingskills,andprofessional include lifesciences,behavioural will explore arangeofissuesthat multiple andcomplexneeds.Modules enables youtocare forpatientswith patients from otherfields,asthis requirement toworkwithclientsand field ofnursing.There isalsoa as specificsessionsthat relate toyour nursing andotherprofessions, aswell study withstudentsfrom allfieldsof Throughout thethree years,youwill Course content children, disabilities. orlearning fields ofnursing:adult,mentalhealth, can choosetospecialiseinoneoffour as aqualified(registered) nurse. You Nursing andMidwiferyCouncil(NMC) will allowyouregistration withthe Successful completionofthiscourse skills that will enhance your employability. theory and practice in an innovative and practical way, developingWe key offer a dynamic pre-registration nursing curriculum that combinesfocuses on the care of people across a wide range of healthcare settings.Nursing is a challenging, demanding and rewarding profession that BN (Hons)Nursing University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. healthcare settings. weeks studyinginEurope, inarangeof also theopportunitytospendup15 clinical area youare allocated.There is ofthe have toworktheshiftpatterns mentor inclinicalpractice,youwill When youare workingwithyour placements. community andindependentclinical Aneurin Bevan),aswellavarietyof Abertawe Bro Morgannwg,and prospectus. visitors, pleaseseeourpostgraduate qualified nurses,midwivesandhealth our post-registration courses for Post-registration courses:For detailsof or overseas. in localandUKhealthboards, profession havegainedemployment Our graduateswhoenterthenursing high-quality healthcare. workforce thatconstantlydelivers ensures ahighlyskilledandflexible multidisciplinary approach toteamwork other healthcare workers.This physiotherapists, radiographersand work alongsidedoctors,pharmacists, of themulti-professional team.They Nurses andmidwivesare acrucialpart Career potential Board. for practicewithintheHealth required forthem tobefit graduates withtheskills students developinto Cwm Taf Health Board Throughout theprogramme, Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, (unavailable forchildnursing) Foundation studies:Yes Length: Full-time3years the durationofcourse. are fixedandnon-negotiable for will notbeconsidered. Holidays nursing andmultipleapplications You canapplyforonlyonefieldof website. Fordetailsvisitour Government. fees willbepaidbytheWelsh If you are a UK student, your course 6 Distinction,33Merits,Passes. Level 3and15at2,eg, Access criteria:60credits; 45at a satisfactorymedical. offences are considered spent) and Records Bureau disclosure (no satisfactory EnhancedCriminal two satisfactoryreferences, a nursing degree programmes, Science. Forallpre-registration GCSE passesA-Cmustinclude B gradesatA-levelare required. Welsh Baccalaureate, two the exclude GeneralStudies.With Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) points, eg,BBBatA-level Entry requirements: 300UCAS UCAS campuscode:A September start,B760March start Nursing (MentalHealth):B704 September only•BN(Hons) Disabilities):B703 (Learning only •BN(Hons)Nursing Nursing (Child):B702September start, B740March start• Nursing (Adult):B701September UCAS coursecode:BN(Hons) BN (Hons) BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Physical Activity and H Community Health
This topical course is for those with an interest in nutrition and physical Sciences Health activity, and who wish to pursue a career in promoting people’s health UCAS course code: BL45 and well being as defined by the World Health Organisation: “A state of UCAS campus code: A complete physical, mental and social well being, not merely the absence Entry requirements: 260 UCAS of disease or infirmity” (WHO, 1946). tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level Today’s greatest public health and developing your evidence-based (see page 218) challenges are obesity, hunger and methods and critical appraisal skills. malnutrition. These are considered the Additional criteria: A-levels to Your final year covers physical activity number one risk to health worldwide. exclude General Studies and health, public health nutrition, Consequently, the great challenge to introduction to disaster healthcare, health promoters will be to develop and offers the chance to research an Length: Full-time 3 years programmes that address these area of interest to you, or assess a • Part-time 5-6 years problems. community-based project in the UK or This course, which is shaped on in a developed country. Foundation studies: Yes the public health skills and career framework, will focus on essential How you will study Location: Glyntaff Campus, theory and its practical application. You will study in new laboratories at Pontypridd You will be introduced to the global our Pontypridd campus. The course is problem of malnutrition and disaster taught through a mixture of lectures, healthcare, and how international seminars, tutorials, case studies, organisations are approaching practicals, workshops, and practical this issue. In the final year, you community visits. Independent learning This course is a fantastic can choose to visit a developing is also encouraged and students carry opportunity for students who country, such as Uganda, where you out a significant research project to are interested in a career within will be actively engaged in different assess a community-based project public health. It is a degree which activities (additional costs apply). in the UK or in a developed country. is very topical and much of the The course also develops your skills Assessment includes coursework, subject content is based on in research, evaluation and health tests, exams, presentations, and current epidemiological issues. needs assessment. practical assessments. Rebecca Milton, The lecturing team contains highly BSc (Hons) Nutrition, regarded nutrition, physical activity Career potential Physical Activity and and disaster healthcare academics and Graduates will be trained and educated Community Health practitioners, who present their work to fulfil some of the requirements at international conferences and of local, regional and national regularly publish their research in organisations involved in public international journals. health, eg, local authorities, or with international agencies such as UNICEF Course content and the Red Cross. Typically, graduates can gain employment as community The first year will introduce you physical activity advisers, community to human nutrition, food science, nutrition practitioners, or co-ordinators nutrition and health implications of specific programmes, for example, of food processing, physiology, childhood obesity prevention or contemporary health and social issues, co-ordinator of specific international and promoting health and well being. projects. You will also have skills and You will continue to develop your knowledge that can be applied in other knowledge of nutrition and physical occupational settings. The course also activity in the second and third years, provides a very suitable background while learning about hypokinetic to progress to higher degrees of MSc, disease, and promoting healthy eating, MPh or PhD. physical activity and public health, 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 135 136 H Health Sciences the autumn/winter terms solving •80-daypractice elementin problems andapproaches toproblem • Integrating research • Assessing social policy andmanagementofresources identity •LawinsocialworkWelfare Year two:Developmentofsocialwork the winterterm • 20-dayfitnesstopracticeelementin • Healthandsocialcare organisations social policy•Communicationskills • FoundationsforpracticeLawand • Socialscienceappliedtosocialwork Year one:Socialworkprocesses further details. www.ccwales.org.uk for for SocialCare Workers –visit Council forWales’ CodeofPractice Work. Studentsworktothe Care Occupational Standards for Social Work, whichincorporatestheNational Assessment FrameworkforSocial The courseisbasedontheAllWales Course content their conditions). Care CouncilforWales (subjectto eligible toapplyforabursaryfrom the are adirect-entry student,youwillbe entry studentthrough UCAS.Ifyou a socialserviceagency, orasadirect- You caneitherapplyasanemployeeof their inputextremely valuable. experiences, andstudentshavefound get aninsightintotheirneedsand of thiscourse.Thismeansyouwill in theteachingandmanagement to involvingserviceusersandcarers employers. We are alsocommitted of ourstudentsandtheneeds positive. We respond tothevoice and otherstakeholdershaveallbeen examiners, localauthoritypartners Evaluations bystudents,external BSc (Hons) Social Work degree. If you want to become a registered social worker, you need to gainvulnerable a people, enabling them to live as independently as possible. Social work is a challenging and rewarding career where you work with BSc (Hons)SocialWork University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. terms practice elementinautumn/winter multi-agency working•100-day care practice•Inter-professional and research withsocialworkand families andcommunities•Integrating practice •Socialworkwithindividuals, Year three: Competenceinsocialwork national framework. at theUniversityandwithina and otheropportunitiesexisthere Post-qualification socialworkeducation employment soonaftergraduation. workers, soyoucanexpecttofind There isanongoingdemand forsocial the recognised Care Councils in the UK. as aqualifiedsocialworkerwithanyof When yougraduate,canregister Career potential examination inyeartwo. presentations. There isawritten projects, practicalobservations,and Assessment includesessays, course toqualifyasasocialworker. theory andpracticeelementsofthe and supervision.You mustpassboth be assessedthrough direct observation and Inpractice,youwilllearn learning. play andcourtroom debate,oronline more experientialmethodssuchasrole debate andpresentations, aswell methods suchaslectures, group You through willlearn traditional How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Length: Full-time3years 6 Distinction,33Merits,Passes. Level 3and15at2,eg, Access criteria:60credits; 45at and anindividualinterview. response toarelevant scenario service userandatutor, awritten observed byapractitioner, a includes agroup interview required. Theselectionprocess offences are considered spent)is Records Bureau disclosure (no A satisfactoryEnhancedCriminal in theyearpriortoapplication. a minimumofsixweeks,usually of workinginawelfare settingfor Numeracy. Mustshowevidence least KeySkills3inLiteracyand grades atA-levelare required. At the Welsh Baccalaureate, BandC exclude GeneralStudies.With Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:L500 extremely rewarding. which ischallengingand perspective oftheprofession, enabled metoobtainarealistic Studying attheUniversityhas within thesocialworksector. knowledge from severalsectors with arangeofskillsand experienced socialworkteam, Thisincludesan learning. wealth ofresources tofacilitate BSc (Hons)Social Work Lisa Williams, TheUniversityprovides a History H History
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100% of our History graduates BA (Hons) History 138 are in employment or further BA (Hons) American Studies (Minor) 139 study within six months of graduation.
(Graduate Destination Survey 2011) You can study History and American Studies in combination with other subjects:
History with American Studies 36 History with Education 36 History with Professional Welsh 36 English with American Studies 36
Related courses English and Creative Writing courses 107 Media courses 152
We offer History courses at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 137 138 H History choice. Current third-year options focus onregular coursesofyour your dissertation,youwillcontinueto your chosensubjectarea. Alongside supervisor, whowillbean expertin supported byanallocateddissertation of yourchoice.Your studies willbe undertake adissertationinthesubject In yourfinalyearofstudy, youwill to you. history ofNewWorld slavery. It’s up from 1917to1953,orperhaps the c.1700-1929, ortheRussianRevolution The Problem ofPoverty:Britain you. Thatmightincludetopicslikethe specialise inareas thatreally interest The secondyearallowsyouto the historyofUnitedStates. aboutdifferentwill learn approaches to pickpockets toJackRipper);andyou 19th Century(everythingfrom andLowlifeinthe about Crime,Vice Europe;modern wewillteachyou will introduce youtothestudyofearly World between1500and1900;we lifeoriginatedintheAtlantic modern student. You willstudyhowour with thepracticalskillstoexcelasa In yourfirstyear, wewillequipyou Course content world-leading experts. in Wales (RAE2008), including the highest-ratedHistoryresearch unit course, youwillbetaughtbystaff from aspects ofglobalhistory. Onthis in thecolonialperiod,USA,and history, European history, theAmericas present day. ThecoursecoversBritish of theEuropean middleagestothe You willexaminehistoryfrom theclose history. histories, whether political, economic, social, intellectual or culturalhold. This history degree will provide new perspectives on a varietyof of the present; consequently, it prepares us for what the futurethose may who have lived it. It delves into the past to gain an understandingHistory teaches you about the hopes, dreams, fears and realities of BA (Hons)History University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. 1945-90. Oppression intheColdWar World Societies;andEspionage Modern andDevianceinEarly Witchcraft include AmericaintheSixties; research. progress topostgraduate studyand and themedia.Manygraduatesalso public services,thevoluntarysector, commerce, heritagemanagement, of careers ineducation,industryand History graduatesenterawidevariety nurture analyticalthinking. management, collaboration,and communication, encourageself- your rangeinwrittenandverbal variety ofprofessions. We willextend prepares youforemploymentina in whichyouviewtheworld,it History doesn’t justquestion theway Career potential sessions, andpracticalactivities. individual presentations, workshop based seminarsandgroup discussions, to activelyparticipateindocument- through lectures andwillbeexpected top-rated researchers. You willlearn enthusiastic staff whoare also You willbetaughtbyateamof stead foremployment. asitwillputyouingood of learning, Our Historytutorsencouragethisway argument, andinterpreting documents. constructing andevaluatingaconcrete gathering andexaminingevidence, skill of‘doing’history;thismayinvolve We placeemphasisontheinvaluable How youwillstudy Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Combination: Yes (seepage36) Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5years Length: Full-time3years (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:V100 the staff. guidance andencouragementof of whichisduetothehelp, secondary schoolHistory, much gained aplaceonPGCEin hour schoolplacements.Ihave modules, Icouldtaketwo30- course. Aspartoftwoeducation a placeonteacher-training that Iknewwouldhelpmegain Historymodules range ofmodern Education BA (Hons)Historyand Catrin Isaac, Thiscourseoffered awide BA (Hons) American Studies (Minor) H
The United States of America is a leading global proponent of democracy, History capitalism and freedom. Studying a Minor in American Studies will give UCAS course code: Dependent you the chance to assess the myth of the States and allow you to explore on your Major subject – please how it lives up to the reality. contact the University UCAS campus code: A Few countries stimulate quite as much How you will study argument and debate as the United American Studies modules have been Entry requirements: Dependent States of America. However, much of selected from two subject areas – on your Major subject – please this debate is inadequately informed History and English. You will learn contact the University and based on preconceptions that through a combination of lectures (see page 218) take little account of the diversity of and seminars, with assessment by American culture and society. It is coursework and exams. Length: Full-time 3 years impossible to understand the United • Part-time 5-6 years In your second year, you have the States until we understand how Study abroad option available Americans think about themselves. option to broaden your knowledge of American history, culture and society Combination: Yes (see page 36) This Minor amalgamates the by studying in the USA through our fascinating history, political formation, established exchange programme. Location: Treforest Campus, literature and culture of the modern Opportunities are available to study Pontypridd American state to give you a sound at Central Missouri University, Eastern understanding of contemporary Illinois University, and Western Carolina cultural issues and America’s influence University. in society. Career potential The skills I acquired, whether You will be taught by staff from the in terms of digesting and Like other humanities graduates, disciplines of history and literature, disseminating information, or American Studies students develop the who are committed to quality teaching articulating and arguing a specific transferable skills that employers look and nationally recognised research. interpretation, have led to me for, such as effective writing, critical becoming more effective in my American Studies is a Minor award, analysis, research, interdisciplinary professional life. which means you can combine it with thinking and inquisitiveness. a Major in History or English. Turn Steffan Lewis, You will show that you have an to page 36 for more information on BA (Hons) History with awareness of contemporary cultural combining subjects. American Studies issues and a working knowledge of Course content American influence on the world. Modules in American Studies will American Studies graduates typically account for one third of your degree. find work in the public and private sectors, in areas such as the civil The first year is your introduction to service, education, commerce and American studies and American fiction, industry. specifically the short story.
In the second year, you can examine sociological issues such as violence in America and the American dream. The final year is your chance to specialise in an area that interests you through independent study, as well as the exploration of America in the 60s and poetry by American women.
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Moot Courtroom, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd
LLB (Hons) Law 141 LLB (Hons) Law (Major) 142 MLaw (Legal Practice) 143 Foundation Degree Paralegal Studies 145 I know we have a fantastic library and the law building is You can study Law in combination with beautiful but the highlight for me other subjects: is the lecturers. They are always available, willing to help you, Law and Criminology 36 and talk to you about your future prospects. The course offers you Law with Professional Welsh 36 the opportunity to study all the modules required to become a solicitor or barrister, and you also We offer Business and Law courses at our City choose from a list of options. campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details. I really enjoyed business and commercial law and hope to go on to practise in those areas.
Ashlee Robinson, LLB (Hons) Law
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This course provides a balanced and stimulating legal education, and Law practical skills for employment. It is excellent preparation for a career in UCAS course code: M100 law and other professions. UCAS campus code: A
You will gain specific knowledge of It is possible to study modules that Entry requirements: 300 UCAS the law and its applications in the real allow exemptions to qualifications tariff points, eg, BBB at A-level world, plus transferable skills such as offered by the Chartered Institute of (see page 218) the ability to communicate effectively, Legal Executives (CILEx). You can also retrieve and handle information, study one module in years two and Length: Full-time 3 years analyse and solve problems, and the three from outside Law. • Part-time 5 years confidence to present logical, reasoned Study abroad option available arguments. This emphasis on skills How you will study means you will be well equipped for Our teaching is informed by actual Location: Treforest Campus, the challenges of any workplace. practice and our modules reflect real- Pontypridd life trends. Teaching methods vary, This course is recognised as a qualifying from traditional lectures to more clinical degree for professional purposes in legal education and online simulations. the UK. This means that it satisfies the Assessment includes self, peer and academic stage of training set by the tutor assessment, written coursework, Solicitors Regulations Authority and the Accelerated route portfolio, written exercises, in-class Bar Standards Board for progression to work, and examinations. In the third LLB (Hons) Law the vocational stage; the Legal Practice year, you can complete a dissertation Accelerated Route Course (LPC) to become a solicitor or in a legal issue of your choice. For an We are the only higher education the Bar Vocational Training Course to extra dimension, the Socrates exchange institution in South Wales that become a barrister. If you have already scheme is your opportunity to study in offers the opportunity to achieve decided that you want a career as a a European institution, with tuition an LLB (Hons) degree through just solicitor, you should consider the MLaw in English. two years’ full-time study. (Legal Practice) course on page 143. This accelerated route has been Career potential Course content specifically designed for graduates Your studies will develop essential Year one: Law of contract • Criminal of other disciplines, or those who skills for the workplace and we law • Law of tort • Constitutional law have successfully completed an encourage you to take part in activities • Legal sources, skills and methods HND or one year of study at to enhance your employability. We • Legal process university. For further details, invite high-profile speakers and have please visit our website: Year two: Land law • European an active Student Law Society. We www.southwales.ac.uk/law Union law • Law on trial • Plus three have strong links with the local legal optional modules profession that provides employment UCAS course code: M101 opportunities for our students. We Year three: Equity and the law of Entry requirements: will offer a ‘Leadership Academy’ to trusts • Plus five optional modules An Honours degree, an HND, top-performing students for additional that may include: Corporate law and or the first year of an opportunities. governance • Commercial law undergraduate programme at a • Consumer law • Criminology • Early Graduates can use this degree as a higher education institution. English legal history • Family law first step towards becoming a solicitor Length: Full-time 2 years • European human rights law • The or barrister, or as a route into careers • Part-time 3 years law of criminal evidence • Domestic in financial services, management, conveyancing • The law of testate and education and public services, or intestate succession • Immigration law postgraduate study. If you wish to *Subject to validation. • Environmental law • Placement* become a solicitor, you can complete • Legal philosophy • Employment law the Legal Practice Course at the • Intellectual property law • Internet University or choose the MLaw course law • Media law • Dissertation (see page 143).
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 141 142 Law L page 141. optional modules,asdetailedon of legalsubjectsfrom arangeoflaw You canchoosetostudy a number modules from yourMinor subject modules from theLawoptions •Two • EquityandthelawoftrustsTwo Year three: European Unionlaw Minor subject obligations •Two modulesfrom your obligations •LandlawTortious Year two:Lawontrial•Contractual from yourMinorsubject process •CriminallawTwo modules methods •ConstitutionallawLegal Year one:Legalsources, skillsand Course content studying yourMinorsubject. to studyingLawandone-third to Two-thirds ofyourtimewillbedevoted law degree forprofessional purposes. allowing youtoobtainaqualifying it provides greater flexibility, whilestill a Majorwithanothersubjectbecause Many studentschoosetostudyLawas a barrister. Vocational Training Course to become to becomeasolicitor, ortheBar stage; theLegalPracticeCourse(LPC) for progression tothevocational Authority andtheBarStandards Board training setbytheSolicitorsRegulation it satisfiestheacademicstageof purposes intheUK.Thismeansthat qualifying lawdegree forprofessional This Majorcourseisrecognised asa combining subjects, turn to page 36. in this way can enhance your employability. To find out morecriminology about or professional Welsh. Studying Law with another subject legal knowledge and skills with study in a relevant area, such as alongside a complementary subject. This means you can enhance your This course provides the opportunity to study Law as your main subject, LLB (Hons)Law (Major) University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. on page143. the MLaw(LegalPractice)course solicitor, youmaywishtoconsider decided thatyouwantacareer asa postgraduate study. Ifyouhavealready education andpublicservices,or in financialservices,management, barrister, orasaroute intoacareer first steptobecomingasolicitoror You canusethisqualificationasthe workplace. modern well equippedforthechallengesof skills developmentmeansyouwillbe This balanceofintellectualtrainingand that willimprove youremployability. participate inawiderangeofactivities also offer youtheopportunityto by acomplementaryarea. Your studies application inthereal world,enhanced knowledge ofthelawandits Your studieswillgiveyouaspecific Career potential work andexaminations. portfolio, writtenexercises, in-class tutor assessment,writtencoursework, Assessment includesself,peerand lectures, workshopsandtutorials. throughpractice, andyouwilllearn Our lawteachingisinformedbyactual How youwillstudy
Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Combination: Yes (seepage36) Study abroad optionavailable Length: Full-time3years (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBBatA-level Entry requirements: 300UCAS UCAS campuscode:A contact theUniversity on yourMinorsubject–please UCAS coursecode:Dependent beginning. being instilledinusfrom the almost alljobsandit’s communicate properly isvitalto key skills.Knowinghowto developing employabilityand Criminology LLB (Hons)Lawwith Carys James, Thecourseisaimedat MLaw (Legal Practice) L
This programme of study is the only one of its kind in Wales. If you want Law to be a solicitor, it offers the best way to combine the academic and UCAS course code: M102 professional parts of your training. UCAS campus code: A
MLaw (Legal Practice) offers a varied Year four: Introduction to further Entry requirements: 300 UCAS programme of study, which has been professional skills • Evidence/criminal tariff points, eg, BBB at A-level designed in consultation with legal litigation civil procedure/civil litigation (see page 218) professionals in private practice and You will also develop professional skills the public sector. It equips you with and choose from modules that may Length: Full-time 4 years the vocational skills to become a highly include: Immigration law/and practice employable lawyer in an increasingly • Employment law/and practice Location: Treforest Campus, competitive environment. • Family law/and practice • Intellectual Pontypridd This four-year course successfully property law/and practice • Social combines an undergraduate law welfare law and policy • European degree with the Legal Practice Course human rights • Welsh public law and (LPC). Not only will you graduate with a devolution • Law and community Did you know? Masters-level qualification, but you will engagement • Personal injury and be ready to go straight into a law firm clinical negligence • Advanced property We offer an extra-curricular as a trainee solicitor. • Advanced business • Wills and the ‘Leadership Academy’ to top- elderly client performing students in the You are introduced to the theory and School. practice of legal rules and concepts How you will study from day one. This means that in Students will be invited to apply Teaching is informed by practice and addition to specific knowledge of the for this scheme. Those successful reflects real life, and methods vary law and its applications in the real will benefit from additional from traditional lectures to online world, you will gain transferable skills engagement with professionals simulations. Assessment includes such as effective communication, how working in the financial and formal examinations, self, peer and to retrieve and handle information professional services industry, tutor assessment, written coursework, competently, analyse and solve and will develop further skills a learning portfolio, and problem- problems, and the confidence to in negotiation, risk taking, risk based exercises in class. For the Masters present logical, reasoned arguments. management and developing element, you will be assessed in the Our emphasis on skills means you commercial opportunities – all legal skills of interviewing, practical will graduate well-equipped for the important additional skills to legal research, advocacy and drafting. challenges of the workplace. reflect the changing nature of the Your learning will be supported by legal, financial and accounting Course content impressive study facilities, including a professions. For the first two years, you will study courtroom with digital video facilities, alongside those on the LLB (Hons) a legal practice library, and dedicated course (see page 141). The professional teaching and practice rooms. You can element of this award is then spread participate in a range of activities, over the third and fourth years. including moots or mock trials in our Many subjects will actually combine Moot Courtroom, which is modelled on undergraduate and professional those you will experience as a qualified elements from the outset. practitioner.
Year three: Introduction to Career potential professional skills • Land law/property Graduates of this MLaw degree are law and practice • Corporate law/ eligible to enter into a training contract business law and practice • Equity with a firm of solicitors when they and the law of trusts (if not studied in graduate. A qualification in Law can year two) • Short-term placement* also be used as the basis for many other careers, including accountancy, management and advisory work. 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 143 144 Law L University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Moot Courtroom, Treforest Campus,Pontypridd Foundation Degree Paralegal Studies L
This Foundation Degree offers a flexible, work-related learning Law experience that provides the skills to succeed in the legal sector. You can UCAS course code: M250 study full-time, or part-time while you are working, so it is ideal if you UCAS campus code: B already work in the profession and want a recognised and transferable Entry requirements: 160 UCAS qualification. points and/or relevant professional Throughout the course, you will be Intellectual Property Law, Internet Law, or industrial experience. Those encouraged to transfer your learning Media Law, and Decision Making without such qualifications are directly to and from the work and Control. considered on an individual basis environment. This approach benefits and prior experience may be taken If you choose to study Land Law, you and your employer, as course into account (see page 218). Employment Law and Practice, and content and assessment methods are Family Law and Practice, you can based on work-related knowledge and achieve exemption from CILEx Level 3 Length: Full-time 2 years skills. Students who are already Professional Diploma in Law and working can gain accreditation for their Practice. If you want to achieve an work experience and qualifications. Location: Atlantic House, Cardiff LLB law degree and you want your Campus This Foundation Degree has been award to have the professional body approved by the Chartered Institute recognition, you should study Land for Legal Executives and students can Law, Constitutional and Administrative achieve exemption from CILEx Level 3 Law and European Union Law. Professional Diploma in Law and This qualification ticks all the Practice. Additionally, on successful How you will study boxes for me – from utilising my past work experience to completion of this course, you can Teaching is informed by practice and developing my practical skills for gain an LLB (Hons) degree with a includes lectures, workshops, tutorials future employment. further year of study at the University. and computer laboratory-based classes. This means that you can achieve a Assessment involves portfolio, written Stefanie Oldfield, Foundation Degree, CILEx exemption exercises, in-class work, and time- Foundation Degree in and an LLB (Hons) Law degree in just constrained exercises. We invite Paralegal Studies three years of study. high-profile speakers and have strong links with the legal profession. We also Course content have a dedicated careers adviser who In the first year, you will study Legal can help with your CV, interviewing Sources and Skills, Legal Transactions skills and employment opportunities. and Remedies, Law of Torts, Office Skills and Practice, and Criminal Law. Career potential Depending on whether you are in This course has been developed in employment, you will study either response to the growth in demand Work-Based Learning and Reflective for suitably skilled and qualified Practice, or Employability and Personal paralegals. You will develop key Development Planning. skills for employment, including communication, team working, There is one compulsory module in the leadership, problem solving, second year; Work-Related Learning critical self-reflection, business and Reflective Portfolio. You will and customer awareness, enterprise choose five modules from a variety of and entrepreneurship, and an options. These may include Land Law, understanding of the ethical context Employment Law and Practice, Family in which law, business and the public Law and Practice, Constitutional and and voluntary sectors operate. It is Administrative Law, Law and the possible to achieve an LLB (Hons) Consumer, Law of Business degree in one further year of study. Organisations, European Union Law, Law on Trial, Commercial Law,
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 145 M Mathematics Mathematics
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We are the top Mathematics BSc (Hons) Mathematics 147 department in the UK for BSc (Hons) Mathematical Sciences 148 Teaching Excellence. BSc (Hons) Computing Mathematics 149 (Sunday Times University Guide 2013) BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics 151
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In the National Student Survey 2012, 100% of our Mathematics students were satisfied with their course. This ranks us top in the UK for student satisfaction in this subject.
146 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Mathematics M
Whether it is making a mobile phone secure, helping an endangered Mathematics species survive, or analysing a successful business, mathematics is key. UCAS course code: G100 Almost all areas of human activity or advanced technology require UCAS campus code: A mathematics, so the demand for mathematicians continues to grow. Entry requirements: 320 UCAS This course will give you a solid How you will study tariff points, eg, ABB at A-level grounding in the methods of modern You will spend 18 hours each week (see page 218) applied mathematics, and bring out in lectures, tutorials and computer the intrinsic beauty of mathematical laboratories, as well as approximately Additional criteria: A-level ideas. It is approved by the Institute of another 18 hours each week engaged Mathematics at B grade or above Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), in private study based on lecture and an informal interview. the professional society for qualified content. and practising mathematicians. Your assessments will involve Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) You will have the chance to complete examinations, coursework and a valuable 12-month work placement problem-based exercises that are Length: Full-time 3 years between years two and three. This year taught using real-life scenarios. • Part-time 6 years in industry or commerce is an excellent • Sandwich 4 years opportunity to gain new skills and Career potential Combination: Yes (see page 36) real-life knowledge that will help you Most employers value the logical during the final year of your degree. thinking and refined problem-solving Furthermore, it will look great on your skills you will gain on a mathematics Location: Treforest Campus, CV and make you more attractive to degree. When you graduate, you can Pontypridd employers when you graduate. seek a career in many branches of industry, commerce and government, This course is approved by the Course content especially those that use mathematical Institute of Mathematics and its In the first year, you will study key modelling, coding and cryptography, Applications. areas of mathematics, such as algebra, statistics, and operational research. This calculus, algorithms, mathematical course is also suitable if you want to modelling, and probability and continue with further study, research statistics. You will start to specialise in or become a mathematics teacher. the second year by choosing subject areas that best suit your interests and career aspirations. These include abstract and linear algebra, advanced I chose to study Mathematics calculus, management science, because it has been a passion advanced concepts of algorithms, of mine since a very young age. financial modelling, pattern I believe that studying recognition, and decision making. Mathematics here opened a In your final year, you will complete wide range of avenues to pursue a project in mathematics and choose following graduation. I am now five modules from a list of options employed as a Junior Actuarial that include codes and information, Analyst and have recently begun cryptography and information security, studying for my actuarial exams. non-linear systems and mathematical Rebecca Thomas, biology, financial mathematics, BSc (Hons) Mathematics, operational research, partial differential Junior Actuarial Analyst, equations, and modelling intelligent Lloyds Banking Group behaviour.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 147 M 148 Mathematics intelligent behaviour. and forecasting, andmodelling information, statisticalmodelling range ofoptions,includingcodesand further bychoosingsubjectsfrom a software package.You willspecialise extensive useofanappropriate project inmathematicsthat makes In thefinalyear, youwillcompletea management science. algebra, advancedcalculus,and modules includeabstractandlinear best suityourcareer goals.Optional will specialisebychoosingmodulesthat mathematics. Inyoursecondyear, you methods andtechniquesof probability andstatistics,aswell modules, includingalgebra,calculus, In thefirstyearyouwillstudysix Course content mathematicians. qualified andpractising (IMA), theprofessional societyfor of MathematicsanditsApplications This courseisapproved bytheInstitute industry orcommerce. of supervisedworkexperiencein years twoandthree offers 12months optional sandwichplacementbetween mathematical computerpackages.The relevant, industry-standard, develop expertiseinarangeof As partofyourstudies,youwill models for everyday use. mathematics to real-world situations, producing effective mathematicalBy the time you graduate from this course, you will be able to apply BSc (Hons)MathematicalSciences University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. and patentexaminer. statistician, healthanalyst,accountant, mathematics teacher, businessanalyst, meteorologist, systemsanalyst, paths, includingcomputerprogrammer, graduates canfollowmanycareer Mathematicalsciences government. branches ofindustry, commerce and Graduates findemploymentinmany Career potential real-life scenarios. coursework, andexercises basedon methods, includingexaminations, We usearangeofassessment on yourlectures. week engagedinprivatestudybased you needtospend18hourseach computer laboratories.Additionally, week inlectures, tutorialsand You willspendaround 18hourseach How youwillstudy Applications. Institute ofMathematicsandits This courseisapproved bythe Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes • Sandwich4years • Part-time6years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) and aninformalinterview. Mathematics atCgradeorabove Additional criteria:A-level (see page218) tariff points,eg,BCCatA-level Entry requirements: 260UCAS Did you know? UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:G191 graduate average. approximately 25%above the of unemploymentandearn graduates havethelowestlevels found thatmathematics graduate surveybytheIMA are inhighdemand–arecent Mathematicians andstatisticians BSc (Hons) Computing Mathematics M
As technology advances, the demand for computer-literate Mathematics mathematicians continues to grow. Whether it is making a mobile phone UCAS course code: G201 secure, understanding the behaviour of complex software, or designing UCAS campus code: A super-fast algorithms, mathematics is essential. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS This course is approved by the Institute How you will study tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level of Mathematics and its Applications Your studies will involve around 18 (see page 218) (IMA), the professional society for hours each week in lectures, tutorials qualified and practising mathematicians. and computer laboratories, as well as Additional criteria: A-level another 18 hours engaged in private Your studies will give you a solid Mathematics at B grade or above study. grounding in the methods of modern and an informal interview. applied mathematics, with an emphasis Your assessment will involve on how they can be used in computing. examinations, coursework, and Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) problem-based exercises taught using You will have the chance to complete a real-life scenarios. Length: Full-time 3 years sandwich placement after your second • Part-time 6 years year. This is a year spent working in • Sandwich 4 years industry or commerce, which is an Career potential With your wide range of skills, excellent opportunity to gain new skills Location: Treforest Campus, including problem-solving and logical and real-life knowledge that will help Pontypridd you during the final year of your thinking, you will be prepared for a degree. It will also look great on your career in many different areas. These This course is approved by the CV and make you more attractive to careers include mathematical Institute of Mathematics and its employers when you graduate. programmer, software developer, systems analyst and many more. Applications. Course content The course is also suitable for those wishing to teach mathematics, In the first year, you will study computer undertake research, or study programming, algorithms, algebra, mathematics at postgraduate level. calculus, probability and statistics, and mathematical modelling. From the second year onwards, you can choose specialist modules in areas that best Did you know? match your career goals, such as 95% of our Mathematics pattern recognition and decision graduates are in employment or making, advanced concepts of further study within six months of algorithms, and more advanced graduation. programming. (Graduation Destination Survey 2011) In the final year, you will complete a project in computing mathematics under the supervision of a member of staff. You will advance your specialist skills with a mixture of mathematics and computing modules, which are designed to be valuable in employment.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 149 M 150 Mathematics University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Students visiting Uganda toteachMathematics Did you know? discover more. challenge? Visit our website to valuable skills.Are youupforthe to youreducationandgain you canaddanextradimension From studytoworkplacements, Outscheme. through ourTime Our studentscantraveltheworld BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics M
Financial markets are of huge importance to the global economy. Banks, Mathematics pension funds, insurance companies, hedge funds and multinational UCAS course code: G1N3 companies are just some of the organisations that need highly skilled UCAS campus code: A mathematics graduates who understand how financial markets operate. Entry requirements: 320 UCAS This degree is designed to give you How you will study tariff points, eg, ABB at A-level sound knowledge of the advanced You will spend around 18 hours (see page 218) mathematics needed for a successful each week in lectures, tutorials and career in this field. You will be able to computer laboratories. As well as this, Additional criteria: A-level develop pricing models of financial you need to spend around 18 hours Mathematics at A grade and an derivatives and related financial each week completing exercises based informal interview. products, and have the skills to apply on your lecture content. and interpret them. Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) Assessment involves a range of You have the chance to complete a formats, including exams, coursework, Length: Full-time 3 years sandwich placement after your second and problem-based exercises taught • Sandwich 4 years year. This year working in industry or using real-life scenarios. commerce is an excellent opportunity to Location: Treforest Campus, gain new skills and real-life knowledge, Career potential Pontypridd which will help you during the final Finance is an important area in the year of your degree. It will also look application of mathematics. There is a This course is approved by the great on your CV and make you more high demand for graduates who can Institute of Mathematics and its attractive to employers when model and control uncertainty in Applications. you graduate. financial markets. Employment This course is approved by the Institute opportunities exist in banks, of Mathematics and its Applications corporations and in the insurance (IMA), the professional society for and investment industry. Our qualified and practising mathematicians. graduates find employment in these sectors, and in other areas that use Course content financial modelling, statistics, and operational research. In the first year, you will study the same subjects as the BSc (Hons) Mathematics course. In the second and third years, you will continue to study key areas of mathematics and specialise in areas of financial mathematics, such as finance, financial modelling, and financial management. You will also complete a final-year project in financial mathematics.
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TV Studio, ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus
BA (Hons) Film and Video 153 BA (Hons) Film Studies 154 BA (Hons) Journalism 155 BA (Hons) Photography 156 BA (Hons) Photojournalism 158 BSc (Hons) Media Technology 159 BA (Hons) Media, Culture and Journalism 161 BA (Hons) Media Production 162 BA (Hons) Radio 163
Related courses Did you know? Performance and Media 86 90% of our Media Studies Television and Film Set Design 89 students are in employment or Public Relations and Media Communications 64 further study within six months of graduation. Advertising 63 (Graduate Destination Survey 2011)
We offer courses in Photography, and Film and Screen Media at our Caerleon and City campuses in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
152 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Film and Video M
This is a practical, filmmaking degree. It will allow you to explore Media the expressive and creative potential of film, and develop your UCAS course code: P300 understanding of the filmmaking process. To support this production UCAS campus code: B work, there are modules in scriptwriting, film theory, film producing, Entry requirements: 280 UCAS and new media. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level You will study filmmaking through a undertake a major project in interactive (see page 218) variety of narrative and non-narrative new media, or take part in a production projects. You will study collaborative video project. You can Additional criteria: An A-level single-camera fiction and factual then select modules from comedic (or equivalent) in a relevant media- filmmaking through practical traditions in film and television, related subject. Applicants will be production in both areas. There is even cult cinema, or the Sundance required to attend an interview, the opportunity to engage in generation: British and North to which they should bring a multi-camera video production and American independent cinema. portfolio of relevant work. learn how to operate the four-camera HD video studio at the ATRiuM in How you will study Length: Full-time 3 years Cardiff. You will be taught to edit your You will learn through practical work using Final Cut Pro on Apple iMac workshops, tutorials, lectures, Location: ATRiuM, computers. While most production screenings and seminars, all taught by Cardiff Campus work is shot on digital HD, we do have a strong team of professional Aaton S16mm cameras and workshop filmmakers, writers and film academics. training on how to use them. Where Assessment is through a combination possible, one or two of your final year of practical and written coursework Leading Welsh publisher, Seren, films may be shot on 16mm film. assignments. There are also commissioned students from the opportunities to work through the BA (Hons) Film and Video course Our students have won prizes for their medium of Welsh. to make a promotional video for work in local and national film festivals. the novel Everything Is Sinister by In 2011, the University was host to David Llewellyn. ‘Ffresh’, the Student Moving Image Career potential Festival of Wales. Depending on individual specialisation We were impressed by the and experience, graduates from this resourcefulness shown by the Course content course can expect to be suitable for students, and their positive and positions in the film and television During the first year, you will study constructive engagement with the industry such as camera or sound video production, multi-camera studio, brief. The collaboration was both assistants, trainee editors, writers and new media, scriptwriting, critical fruitful and a pleasure. production staff, or they may prefer to approaches to film and French cinema. start their own film production Simon Hicks, In the second year, you can specialise in company. Marketing Manager, Seren areas of interest to you and that reflect There is a large freelance market for your career aims. These include fiction camera, sound and editing filmmaking, documentary filmmaking, professionals, but many graduates get film producing, short film screenplay, a their first opportunity through work as digital media project, and a choice of runners, second or third assistant two modules from British cinema, directors, and in other trainee new Hollywood, Italian cinema, or capacities. There is also an increasing avant-garde cinema. need for media practitioners who can In your final year, you will complete work unaided in marketing a major film project and choose to departments and produce web-based write a feature length screenplay, content.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 153 M 154 Media want evenmore practicalexperience, and avant-garde cinema.Andifyou EuropeanBritish, American,Eastern two byinvestigatingtrends inItalian, You canexpandyourhorizons inyear writing, research andpresentation. in AcademicSkillsdevelopskeyskills in production orscriptwriting. Amodule the creative process through video is anopportunitytoengagewith Hollywood andFrench cinema. There also investigatethecrucialroles of and technologyofcinema.You will of thelanguage,theory, history The firstyearprovides an overview Course content when yougraduate. study willstandyouinexcellentstead will developacross allthree yearsof transferable communicationskillsyou between theoryandpractice.The you betterunderstandtherelationship This hands-onexperiencewillhelp in videoproduction andscriptwriting. will alsohavepracticalopportunities study theory-basedmodules,butyou global mediaculture. You willmainly experience offilmandcinemainour a broad perspectiveofthehistoryand technological backdrops, youwillgain against theirhistorical,culturaland By studyingfilmand related media those inthewidercommunity. and facilitiesattheATRiuM, aswell supported bytheexcellentresources and cinema,yourstudieswillbe vibrant placetoconnectwithfilm creative artsinCardiff; thecityisa exciting timetobeinvolvedinthe the 20thand21stcenturies.Itisan significant andpopularartformsof theoretically withoneofthemost opportunity toengagecriticallyand This FilmStudiesdegree givesyouthe rigorous analysis of this art form on our BA (Hons) Film Studies. meanings, and its pleasures – will benefit hugely from the close and Students who are passionate about film – about its making, its BA (Hons)Film Studies University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. Hispanic andAfricancinemas. and screen comedy, cult,independent, also studyareas asdiversestage film studenttoacademic. Youcan which willassistinyourtransitionfrom and topresent anindividualpaper, conference withyourfellowstudents, is anopportunitytoorganiseamini- The optionalFilmSymposiummodule a dissertationonyourchosensubject. writing andpresentation skillsthrough demonstrate yourknowledge,research, in areas thatinterest youmost.You will The third yearallowsyoutospecialise filmmaking andscreenplay writing. you canchoosefrom modulesinfiction invaluable inanycareer. communication skillsthatwillprove along withexcellentwrittenandverbal entertainment, culture andeducation, that are sought-afterinthearts,media, education. Ourgraduateshaveskills such asthemedia,culture and to awiderangeofcareers inareas at theUniversitywillbeaspringboard We experience hopethatyourlearning Career potential projects. group presentations, andpractical tests, extractanalyses,individualand seminar participation,essays,class are variedandchallenging, including ATRiuM cinema.Assessment methods weekly screenings oncampus inthe on viewingfilms,sothere willbe emphasis, however, isalwaysfirmly demonstrations andworkshops.The modules are taughtthrough practical seminars, whileproduction-focused ways, whichincludelectures and Film Studiesistaughtinavarietyof How youwillstudy UCAS campuscode:B UCAS coursecode:W600 Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years attend aninterview. Applicants willalsoberequired to English, HistoryorMediaStudies. related subject,eg,FilmStudies, (or equivalent)inarelevant media- Additional criteria:AnA-level (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS which Ihaveagreat passion. critically aboutsomethingfor constructively, analyticallyand helped metothinkandwrite approachable staff have BA (Hons)FilmStudies Alex Yell, Theenthusiasticand BA (Hons) Journalism M
“I know how vital the press is – all of it – as the guardian of the interests Media of the public, as a critical witness to events, as the standard bearer for UCAS course code: P500 those who have no one else to speak up for them... The press, operating UCAS campus code: B properly and in the public interest is one of the true safeguards of our Entry requirements: 280 UCAS democracy.” Lord Leveson, 2012 tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Not only do good journalists need to government works. Court visits are (see page 218) be highly trained, but they also need integral to the course, as are interview the capacity to think clearly and deeply techniques, which can be honed during Additional criteria: An A-level in about their profession. This degree is police press conference exercises. a relevant subject. Applicants will fully accredited by the Broadcast be required to attend an interview As you progress, you can gain Journalism Training Council (BJTC) and day, which will include a test specialist skills from optional modules will equip you to be at the forefront of and interview. Applicants should that include shorthand and periodical the modern news industry. also bring a portfolio of relevant journalism. Radio journalism is an work for discussion during their You will learn traditional skills that important element and you can interview. International students underpin all journalism, along with a specialise in this in the final year. require an IELTS score of 7.0 huge range of multimedia skills to You will also be taught to think (see page 225). make you more employable. Add to academically about the world that that entrepreneurialism and a rigorous journalism inhabits through a Length: Full-time 3 years academic education, and our graduates programme of intellectually rigorous have the best chance of success in a theory modules, including a major Location: ATRiuM, tough market. It’s a market that dissertation in the final year. Cardiff Campus includes not just journalism, but public relations, marketing and related How you will study Accreditation: Broadcast content-producing areas, or other You will learn through lectures, Journalism Training Council graduate careers where communication seminars, practical workshops and skills are prized. simulations. Assessment involves regular coursework, as well as The course is based at the ATRiuM in examinations in some areas. Cardiff, giving you access to a state-of-the-art HD TV studio, two newsrooms, local and student radio Career potential stations and the Wales Centre for Competition for jobs in the journalism Radio. Working with the latest industry is fierce, but some of our This journalism course involves equipment, you will be taught by a recent graduates are working in learning practical skills that can range of experienced industry newspapers, magazines, television, be applied to real-life situations. professionals, including staff members radio and press offices. The skills and Other universities take more and guest lecturers. Three weeks of knowledge you will gain on this course of a theory-based approach to work experience form a vital part of the are also prized in a wide range of teaching journalism, whereas this course, and we will also help your work other careers. course strikes a balance between get published and to build your CV. the two. You will go on field trips during the Jamie Russell, course, including visits to media centres Cyfleoedd Cymraeg BA (Hons) Journalism in London. Darperir rhai cyfleoedd cyfrwng Cymraeg. Ewch i’n gwefan i Course content wybod mwy. You will learn how to find, write, edit Welsh-medium opportunities and produce news, features and We provide some Welsh- documentaries for all media, while medium opportunities. Visit our tying in vital knowledge of law, website to find out more. regulations, ethics, and how the
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 155 M 156 Media and society. photography anditseffect onculture encourage youtothinkcriticallyabout contextual elementsofthecoursealso contemporary developments.The of photographyandawareness of sound knowledgeofthehistory your practicalpotentialthrough a Course contentwillreinforce assignments. skills andprovide stimulatingcreative media –willdevelopyourtechnical explore specificcharacteristicsofdigital fine artphotography, orthosethat whether basedindocumentaryor medium. Allpracticalmodules– relevant tothewiderphotographic will explore keyconceptsthatare challenging practicalprojects, you as asignificantarea ofstudy. Through traditional silver-based photography The firstyearofthecourseincludes Course content of yourphotographicwork. culminate inamajorpublicexhibition field. Your practicaldevelopmentwill for extrapracticalexperienceinthe and youcanarrangeworkplacements field tripsare builtintothecourse, history andtheory. Galleryvisitsand applications, andinrelation toculture, a broad spectrumofgenres and You willconsiderphotographyacross your creativity. around a series of practical modules that will build your skills and Thisnurture course offers a broad approach to photography and is constructed BA (Hons)Photography University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. photography atpostgraduatelevel. photographers, orprogressed tostudy themselves asself-employed photographic industry, established have successfullyentered the other mediaforms.Recentgraduates photography anditsrelationship to all-round criticalunderstandingof ensures thatyougraduatewithan practical andtheoretical modules, The diversityofcoursecontentin Career potential seminar sessionsaswelllectures. exhibition. Mosttheorymoduleshave project, whichconcludeswithapublic especially foryourfinalyearmajor be expectedtoworkindependently, guidance onassignmentsbutwillalso occasional group work.You willhave work individually, butthere is You willusuallydevelopyourpractical visits, fieldtripsandotherevents. and tutorials,withscreenings, gallery a combinationofworkshops,lectures practical teachingisdelivered through elements thatprovide context.The but italsocontainstheoretical The emphasisofthiscourseispractice, How youwillstudy UCAS campuscode:B UCAS coursecode:PW36 Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years portfolio ofrelevant work. to whichtheyshouldbringa required toattendaninterview, Photography. Applicantswillbe and Design,MediaStudiesor in arelevant subjectsuchasArt Additional criteria:AnA-level (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS and visualmedia. future careers inphotography definite buildingblocktowards opportunities andserveasa to makethemostofsomegreat the wayforcountlessstudents fantastic facilitiesavailable,pave for theirsubjectcoupledwiththe photography staff. Theirpassion creativity andenthusiasmofthe the dedication,hard work, since graduatingin2010,to success inbroadcast television I owealargeamountofmy Photography Graduate,2010 Assistant atRACMedia, Films at59andCamera Camera Hire Technician at Ryan Atkinson, Itiswithoutadoubtthat Student with the new Mamiya Leaf digital camera in the ATRiuM photography studio, M Cardiff Campus Media Media
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 157 M 158 Media communicator. become aconfident, effective community, engagingwithpeopleto encouraged togooutintothe industry.photojournalism You willbe growing importanceinthe throughout thecourse,reflecting their and socialmediafeature prominently media platforms.Digitalphotography story through avarietyofformats and skills, andtheabilitytocommunicatea the developmentofcommunication This courseplacesstrong emphasis on with images. understand ethicsandtheuseoftext degree,Journalism sothatyou supplemented bymodulesfrom our storytelling. Thesewillbe story development,anddigital making andediting,soundrecording, include digitalphotography, film the course.Examplesofkeythemes to takepictures from theverystartof studentsarephotojournalism sentout Study ispracticalinnature andour Course content online platforms. portfolio forpublicationinprintand professional lifeandincrease your agencies. Thiswillprepare youfor press,and international press briefs, includingregional, national on anumberofreal andsimulated professionalwith external organisations There willbeopportunitiestowork digital andtraditionaltechnologies. concept topost-production using publication, andtakinganideafrom picture desk,editingpictures for transmitting imagesfrom ourelectronic project workandpresentations, and skills.Thisincludeshands-on wide rangeofphotographicpractices featuresphotojournalism bystudyinga You howtocreate willlearn of this highly competitive industry. creative and informed photojournalists who are ready to shape the futurephotographers, photojournalists and journalists. Our graduates will be This specialist award has been developed in consultation with leading BA (Hons)Photojournalism* University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. cinematography, andteaching. freelancejournalism, photography, filmmaking, photojournalism, photo editing,documentary number ofprofessional fields,including prepare themfor employmentina across multi-platformmedia. Thiswill developing socialmediaandbeliterate who are abletouseallaspects of Graduates willbeskilledphotographers Career potential in someareas. the course,inadditiontoexaminations coursework submissionsthroughout Assessment consistsofregular interest. document placesoreventsofkey trips tophotographyfestivals,and There are alsoopportunitiesforgroup experience inarelevant role inindustry. you canundertakevaluablework There are anumberofpointsatwhich successfully inthecreative industries. skills thatyouwillneedtowork and thiswayofworkingwilldevelop all levelsofthecourse.Theseprojects organisationsat students andexternal also opportunitiestoworkwithother and nationalmediaoutlets.There are and involveworkingcloselywithlocal projects thatreplicate theworkplace You willbesetlivebriefs,whichare from industry. work, inadditiontoguestspeakers case studies,presentations andgroup methods includelectures, workshops, and reflection.teaching Learning provide opportunitiesfordiscussion design, whilegroupsessions learning Course teachingishighlypracticalby How youwillstudy *Subject tovalidation. Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years portfolio ofrelevant work. to whichtheyshouldbringa be required toattendaninterview, a relevant subject.Applicantswill Additional criteria:AnA-levelin (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B UCAS coursecode:WP65 BSc (Hons) Media Technology M
With the expansion of entertainment technology throughout modern life, Media the possibilities for a future in the creative technologies are exciting and UCAS course code: G400 wide ranging. If you have a love for all things technological, this course • Sandwich P3C0 will combine your technical skills with your creative ability. UCAS campus code: B
To make you attractive to employers based media production using Entry requirements: 280 UCAS in the creative industries, you will industry-standard tools and tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level benefit from hands-on experience approaches, how to broadcast and (see page 218) of the equipment and tools used store audio/video information, virtual by professionals, using PC and Mac reality, and multimedia. Additional criteria: An A-level in platforms. You will work across a a relevant subject. Applicants will variety of creative disciplines to develop How you will study be required to attend an interview, a range of skills and experiences. Due to the practical nature of this to which they should bring a course, we place less emphasis on portfolio of relevant work. Between years two and three, you examinations and more focus on can undertake a work placement continual assessment and practical year in a multimedia or media-based Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) demonstration of your work and organisation. During this year, not only abilities. Practical coursework with will you learn new skills and develop an Length: Full-time 3 years industrial relevance and specifications understanding of the field, but you will • Sandwich 4 years will show you how to translate make industry contacts and get good your ideas into reality. You will be experience for your CV. It is likely to Location: ATRiuM, assessed by a combination of formal improve your final year grades too. Cardiff Campus examinations, essays, classroom and work-based tests, and group and Course content individual projects. The course allows you to embrace either production or broadcast Throughout the course, there will computer-based multimedia, or a be opportunities to collaborate with combination of both for the highest students from other subjects and flexibility and more employment areas. This will give you experience of opportunities. working in a multi-disciplinary team, which mirrors employment in the In years one and two, there is a creative industries. balance of practice and theory. You will explore interactive media/multimedia Career potential technology applications, internet This degree will prepare you for a technology and graphics. You will learn successful career in media systems and how to use computing and multimedia production, multimedia development for the film and broadcasting and authoring, internet technologies, industries, internet and multimedia the computer industry, broadcasting, authoring development, audio and and marketing. Recent graduates visual media systems, and studio have gained employment with BSkyB, production skills. You can also track BBC, and Dinamo Productions, among developments in new media design, others. This course encourages and focus on web and mobile-based entrepreneurship and some graduates platforms for delivery. have developed their own businesses, In your final year, you can specialise in often using an idea or project that was your chosen area and will be part of conceived during their studies. a multi-disciplinary team for a group project. Modules include computer-
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TV Studio, ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus
160 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Media, Culture and Journalism M
Our degree in Media, Culture and Journalism focuses on the relationship Media between the media and society, its political significance, and its role in UCAS course code: PP35 understanding who we are. UCAS campus code: B
You will develop critical skills in You will complete a dissertation on a Entry requirements: 260 UCAS researching, writing and topic of your choice in your final year, tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level communication. Although the and choose modules that reflect the (see page 218) emphasis will be on a theoretical interests and expertise you have engagement with the media, you have developed. Specialist modules (subject Additional criteria: An A-level the chance to develop your practical to availability) include Music in the in a relevant subject. Applicants skills in specific areas. Thanks to this Digital Age, Masculinities, Media and will be required to attend an mix, graduates have in-depth subject Business, Media and Culture in Wales, interview, at which they will be knowledge and strong analytical skills and Press Relations. asked to read and discuss a short that are valued in the media. media-related extract that will be How you will study provided on the day. Staff teaching on practical modules You will learn through lectures, have extensive professional experience seminars and workshops, with Length: Full-time 3 years in the media, and those on our additional support materials online. theory-based modules are responsible This is primarily a theoretical course, Location: ATRiuM, for research that was recognised as though there are integrated practical Cardiff Campus world-leading in the latest Research elements. You will be expected to Assessment Exercise (RAE2008). spend time reading and researching to develop your subject knowledge. A Course content number of group projects will develop In the first year, key themes in media, and demonstrate your team-working culture and journalism are introduced skills. Assessment usually involves through a detailed study of the coursework, essays, and presentations, practices and theory of newspapers, though there are exams and in-class cinema, television, the internet, popular tests that account for 20%. music, and other media forms. You will engage in discussions and workshops, Career potential and can choose to take a media Graduates from this course are production module where you put sought-after in the job market because theory into practice. they have in-depth subject knowledge In the second year, you will explore the and strong analytical skills that are relationship between media and valued in the media industries, public audiences in depth, the power of relations, education, marketing and media institutions, the reach of events management, and the heritage, international media, and the nature of tourism and leisure sectors. media cultures. You will look at the different methodological traditions and issues in relation to media studies research, and you can take a media production module.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 161 M 162 Media film studiesandmediacontext. be supportedbyoptionalmodulesin when yougraduate.Practicalworkwill can usetoimpress potential employers a portfolioofcreative work thatyou broadcast You journalism. willcreate scriptwriting forfilm,TVandradio, radio, interactivenewmedia, choosing from photography, video, in thearea thatinterests youmost, In thethird year, youwillspecialise and scriptwritingforfilm,TVradio. broadcast mediacontexts, journalism, study-based modulesinfilmstudies, and informyournewskills,there are new mediaproduction. To support video, photographyandinteractive documentary assignmentsinradio, gain practicalskillsthrough fictionor the firstandsecondyears,youwill practice throughout thiscourse.In There isamixture oftheoryand Course content and three. for Welsh-medium studyinyearstwo in yearone,withfurtheropportunities course through themediumofWelsh with theoptiontostudy50%of This award hasabilingualpathway, experience and excellent industry contacts. teaching team, many of whom have professional media industry video, photography and new media. You will benefit from an expert provide you with practical skills and a theoretical understanding ofIf radio, you want a career in the media industry, this hands-on course will BA (Hons)MediaProduction University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. relations, webdesign,andjournalism. and presentation, press andpublic careers infilm,TVandradioproduction Graduates havepursuedsuccessful Career potential individual projects. including amixofgroup workand coursework andassignments, work willbeassessedthrough that informsthecourse.Your practical of hands-onandanalyticalthinking workshops thatreflect thecombination lectures, seminarsandpractical You through willlearn arangeof How youwillstudy to findoutmore. opportunity. Turn topage34 – takeadvantageofthe bilingually (Welsh andEnglish) You canstudythiscourse Welsh-language opportunities I wybodmwy, ceridudalen34. Saesneg) – manteisiwch ar y cyfle. llwybr dwyieithog(Cymraega Gellir astudio’rcwrshwnfel Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years be required toattendaninterview. French orWelsh. Applicantswill Studies, FilmEnglish, a relevant subject,suchasMedia Additional criteria:AnA-levelin (see page218) tariff pointseg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B • Bilingual pathway P310 UCAS coursecode:P301 industry. skills youneedwhenenteringthe equipped withtheprofessional preparing allstudentstobefully aspects ofthemediatostudy, is thatitoffers somanydifferent BA (Hons)MediaProduction Lara Hewitt, WhatIloveaboutthiscourse BA (Hons) Radio M
Radio is evolving – and now is an exciting time to be involved. At the Media ATRiuM in the centre of Cardiff, you will study alongside a team of UCAS course code: P312 industry-focused experts who have a passion for radio. UCAS campus code: B Our BA (Hons) Radio degree will Course content Entry requirements: 280 UCAS provide you with an industry-focused If you are interested in a career in radio, tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level education that will challenge and this course provides you with a wide (see page 218) develop your view of radio, and provide range of production skills that will you with transferable skills that meet industry requirements. Additional criteria: An A-level in enhance your employability, wherever a relevant subject. Applicants will Areas of study include: Radio your career path takes you. be required to attend an interview. production • Journalism • Media Working in broadcast-standard studios, presentation • Radio station you will develop expertise in a number management • Video production Length: Full-time 3 years of genres, formats and styles. You will • Scriptwriting for the media • Media produce live shows for online broadcast contexts • Drama and documentary Location: ATRiuM, on our student station, prepare Cardiff Campus material for podcasts, and contribute How you will study programmes and package ideas to local You will learn through practical stations in and around Cardiff. workshops, lectures, guest lectures delivered by current industry figures, In your final year you will be part of the listening sessions and seminars, My radio degree helped me hugely successful Exposure Radio working individually or as part of a massively in securing a full-time project (www.exposureradio.org), team to produce portfolios, graduate-level position, just a few which offers true-to-life experience of presentations, production days, essays months after leaving University. working in a live radio station – and other written pieces of I use a huge amount of skills excitement, deadlines, long days, and coursework. You will build a broad that I learned on a day-to-day all the rewards that come from range of presentation and production basis; both practical skills like knowing you have been responsible for skills, and will be assessed in a range of editing audio and video, writing the output that has enhanced someone ways, including practical radio package well-structured, clear and concise else’s day. Again and again our and programme making. pieces of copy, as well more students tell us how challenging and generic but equally important beneficial this experience has been to Career potential skills like keeping to deadlines. That was very important during them, and every year our graduates ask We have a reputation for being a the Exposure project and to come back and be part of the live centre of excellence for radio. As well something that I have learned project. as our highly experienced and skilled how to deal with a lot better by team of lecturers, we have a number of Students also benefit from being part being a part of the project. of our student radio station, which graduates working in the radio provides added value for our students. industry, including BBC Radio Wales, Will Barker, This station is run by students, for Nation Radio, Real Radio, and Heart BA (Hons) Radio students. Anyone can participate, but FM. Our graduates also work as part of Radio students staff the station, the growing independent radio sector, looking after volunteer management, building on the contacts they made scheduling, station sound, marketing, while at University and carving out and package production. careers for themselves across the broadcast spectrum.
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Music Practice Studio, ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus
BSc (Hons) Music Technology 165 BSc (Hons) Sound Technology 166 BA (Hons) Music Business 167 BA (Hons) Popular Music 168 BA (Hons) Songwriting 169 Did you know?
BMus (Hons) Contemporary Music Performance 171 Our music recording studios, music rehearsal rooms and live sound space are all built with full Related courses floating floors and acoustically Event Management 113 designed isolation. Term-time access includes evenings all week Media courses 152 and daytime at weekends.
We offer Sound and Music courses at our City campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
164 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Music Technology M
If you are passionate about making good music, this course will give you Music essential creative and technical skills for a career in the music, recording UCAS course code: J931 and new media industries. Our facilities include industry-standard • Bilingual pathway J937 software and hardware, which will enhance your employability for such UCAS campus code: B roles as producer or sound engineer in the music industry. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS Key themes of the course are music element that is assignment-based tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level practice and theory, studio recording and continuously assessed, so you (see page 218) and production, computer-based music will constantly develop your skills. creation, electronics and acoustics, In addition to the methods outlined Additional criteria: An A-level in multimedia, and the music, sound and above, you will be assessed by a a music-related subject. Applicants media industries. As you work through combination of formal examinations, must attend an interview day, the course, you will have plenty of essays, classroom and work-based which will include an interview opportunities for hands-on experience. tests, and group and individual and a short written test. Not only will you get to use your new projects. skills in a real working environment, Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) but it will look great on your CV when Career potential Full-time 3 years you apply for jobs. This course specifically prepares you for Length: • Sandwich 4 years a range of careers in the music industry, Course content including production and sound Location: ATRiuM, Discussions with leading creative engineering, and for self-employment. Cardiff Campus and technical practitioners in the The course also provides a detailed music industry helped us design this knowledge of other disciplines and key Accreditation: This course is successful course, so it will prepare you business skills, which will open up a accredited by JAMES on behalf for a practical and enjoyable career. range of opportunities in the computer of the Association of Professional You will study recording engineering, games industry, multimedia and Recording Services, UK-Screen and sound synthesis, audio processing, and television companies, management and the Music Producers Guild. electronics. Multimedia technologies journalism, as well as in creative and will enable you to use the internet for performing roles. music distribution and broadcasting. You will also play in bands and ensembles, and learn more about different genres and styles. Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Finally, we teach you the fundamental Gellir astudio’r cwrs hwn fel The course is fantastic. I principles of composition and llwybr dwyieithog. Manteisiwch learned lots during my first year. It production, and you will specialise ar y cyfle – ewch i dudalen 34. is exactly what I wanted it to be. in your chosen area. Your studies I was determined to study Music will provide an insight into the music Welsh-language opportunities Technology as opposed to Sound business, as well as self-employment You can study this course Technology, because I wanted issues and small business practices, to bilingually (Welsh and English) – to improve my musicianship. I enhance your career options. turn to page 34 to find out more. also hope the course will direct me towards a career working How you will study with music in a multimedia There are varied approaches to environment, such as film, TV or teaching, including practical studio- the internet. based workshops, tutorials, seminars and lectures. Because of our strong Tim Duthie, hands-on approach, there is an BSc (Hons) Music Technology emphasis on practical assessments and group work. The course features a significant workshop and teamwork
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 165 M BSc (Hons) Sound Technology
To ensure that performances and programmes sound professional, the music, film, television and multimedia industries all require skilful sound UCAS course code: J991 engineers. • Sandwich JX90 • Bilingual Music pathway J938 Key themes of this course are studio How you will study UCAS campus code: B recording and production, live sound This course offers plenty of hands-on engineering, computer-based music experience of sound technology’s Entry requirements: 280 UCAS creation, electronics and acoustics, practical elements, and the skills you tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level multimedia, and the music, sound will gain are continuously assessed (see page 218) and media industries. Using industry- and involve teamwork. To ensure you standard equipment and software, this become a thinking practitioner in Additional criteria: An A-level in practical sound technology degree will sound engineering, we will also help a music-related subject. Applicants give you the essential knowledge and you develop critical and research skills. must attend an interview day, skills for a successful career in sound. This combination of theory and practice which will include an interview means you can offer employers a little and a short written test. This course is accredited by JAMES bit extra and build a successful career on behalf of the Association of in any area of sound. In addition to the Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) Professional Recording Services, UK- methods outlined above, you will be Screen and the Music Producers Guild. assessed by a combination of formal Length: Full-time 3 years examinations, essays, classroom and • Sandwich 4 years Course content work-based tests, and group and During the first year, you will learn Location: ATRiuM, individual projects. recording and sound engineering Cardiff Campus techniques, and practise live sound, the Career potential use of computers in music production, Accreditation: This course is This course will equip you for a and the basic building blocks of accredited by JAMES on behalf career in any area of sound, from live electronics. of the Association of Professional performance to film and television. You Recording Services, UK-Screen and In year two, you will build on will also have the necessary business the Music Producers Guild. your audio engineering, recording skills to develop a successful career in and production skills, and start to the industry. experience live sound in a working venue. You will also learn about the sound industry and be equipped to deal with contracts, copyright law and running a small business. Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Gellir astudio’r cwrs hwn fel The facilities here just totally In the final year, you can choose to llwybr dwyieithog. Manteisiwch surpassed anything I expected. specialise in one of four areas: music ar y cyfle – ewch i dudalen 34. We’ve got some great technology production; computer-based music to work with, and some of the production and advanced sound Welsh-language opportunities studios are great. I also like that synthesis; computer-based media You can study this course it’s geared towards real life – one production; or electronics design for bilingually (Welsh and English) – of my recent assignments was music. This also involves a major group turn to page 34 to find out more. to go out and get myself a live project, working with students from gig! other creative courses. You will refine your production skills in recording Brett Smith, engineering and learn about the BSc (Hons) Sound Technology acoustics of performance spaces. You will also experience the recording and development of sound design for film and television.
166 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Hons) Music Business* M
This degree in music business is delivered in collaboration with London’s Music Institute of Contemporary Music Performance. It is designed to provide UCAS course code: P312 the skills and knowledge you need for a career in music or the UCAS campus code: B entertainment industries. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS Taught by established music industry How you will study tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level professionals, your studies will foster Modules are taught by lectures, small (see page 218) and engender entrepreneurship and group lessons, and practical workshops creative thinking. You will explore the as appropriate. There are no assessed Additional criteria: An A-level artist-development process by working work-based components, but all in a relevant subject. Applicants alongside talented musicians and students are encouraged to engage in will be expected to attend an composers, and learn how to apply practical experience in the industry. interview that will assess their management principles and business suitability for study on the Each module is individually assessed skills in a creative environment. programme. through essays, reports, presentations, The course emphasises entrepreneurship preparation of case studies and In the case of applicants whose and critical awareness of new business portfolio-building. All students must first language is not English, opportunities and practices. To complete a dissertation. then IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) is maximise the creative and commercial required. potential of the artist-business Career potential Applications from established relationship, you will learn how to You will develop the skills and practitioners who are committed apply management principles and a knowledge required for a career in to higher education study but broad range of business skills. music or the broader entertainment may not possess the required industries, enhanced by qualifications are welcomed and Course content entrepreneurship and critical awareness these students may be given Year one: The music industry of new business opportunities and credit for their prior study or • Principles of artist development practices. experience. Students may be • Principles of music business and admitted through Accreditation finance • The evolving music industry Graduates will also have transferable of Experiential Learning (AEL) • Artist development and branding and practical skills that can be applied or Accreditation of Certificated • Principles of music promotion and in many other areas of the business Learning (ACL) processes. marketing environment.
Year two: The modern live industry Length: Full-time 3 years • Creative events management • Part-time 5 years • Digital media in the creative industries • Music contracts and the law • The Location: ATRiuM, future of intellectual property in the Cardiff Campus music industry Delivered in collaboration with the Year three: Management in the Institute of Contemporary Music creative sector • Entrepreneurship and Performance the new routes to market • Strategic business management in the entertainment industry • Music business dissertation
*Subject to validation.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 167 M 168 Music the musicindustry works. music andsoundtechnology, andhow analysis, historyand culturalstudies, composition andarranging,theory of performanceandimprovisation, media. You willexplore thekeythemes songwriters, entrepreneurs andother perspectives ofperformers,composers, about popularmusicfromlearn the As wellaspracticalprojects, youwill Course content and more. interactivemedia,design, journalism, sound, radio,television,film, from theatre, studiorecording, live This approach bringstogether expertise composition, recording andresearch. performance projects, aswell as with yourfellowstudentsin and theworkplace,youwillcollaborate For a broader understanding of industry which hasarichcreative environment. You willstudyattheATRiuM inCardiff, community musicorganisations. local andregional musicindustryand course alsohasstrong linkswiththe improving yourcareer prospects. The deepening yourmusicalinterests and technology from acreative perspective, work withcontemporarystudio howto of thiscourse,youwilllearn Although technologyisnotthefocus ideas. research projects orentrepreneurial writing, oracademicworksuchas composition, improvisation orsong either creative worksuchas places emphasisonoriginalwork, your potentialandtalent.Thecourse your musicalknowledgeandexplore global phenomenon.You willdevelop cultural andhistoricalaspectsofthis popular music,youwillexplore the In additiontopracticalaspectsof in the music, entertainment and creative industries. creative opportunities to work with students and staff on other coursesentrepreneur, promoter or a new media operator. It providesmusic, excellent whether as a performer, composer, songwriter, teacher,This degree in Popular Music provides a strong platform for a career in BA (Hons)Popular Music University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. such asthecomputergamesindustry. well asthoseworkinginnewmedia and musiciansinthecommunity, as promoters andadministrators, teachers performers, composers,writers, working inthemusicindustryas and studiowork.We have graduates promotion, multi-mediaproduction, composition, administration, industries, includingperformance, the music,mediaandentertainment the skillsforawiderangeofcareers in By thetimeyougraduate,willhave Career potential tasks. performances, multimedia, and written or improvisations, formal presentations, can include portfolios of compositions above, assessment methods vary and you. In addition to those outlined dissertation on an area of interest to or industry-focused project, and a year, you can specialise with a creative and original compositions. In your final performances, researched presentations, to projects such as live ensemble and academic music skills, building up develop your practical, technological lectures. In the first two years, you will in the studio, tutorials, seminars and You will learn in practical workshops How youwillstudy turn topage34findout more.turn bilingually (Welsh andEnglish)– You canstudythiscourse Welsh-language opportunities ar ycyfle–ewchidudalen34. llwybr dwyieithog.Manteisiwch Gellir astudio’rcwrshwnfel Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Cardiff Campus Location: ATRiuM, Length: Full-time3years instrument andmusictheory. good commandoftheirmain and knowledge,havea demonstrate musicalexperience Applicants willbeexpectedto combined auditionandinterview. interview day, whichwillincludea Applicants mustalsoattendan arts withmusicelements. music, technology, orperforming in amusic-related subject,eg, Additional criteria:AnA-level (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:B • BilingualpathwayW340 UCAS coursecode:W300 composer. a bettersongwriterand lessons, whichhavemademe I particularlyenjoyedthetheory further mycareer intheindustry. knowledge ofwhattodo always helpful.Ihaveagreater their commentsandadviceare a professional field,soall of The lecturers allcomefrom spectrum oftheword ‘music’. is brilliant–itcoverssucha graduate BA (Hons)PopularMusic Huw Clarke, Thepopularmusiccourse BA (Hons) Songwriting* M
Run in collaboration with London’s Institute of Contemporary Music Music Performance, this innovative and practical degree course focuses on UCAS course code: W890 developing your technical songwriting ability and creativity, alongside UCAS campus code: B essential business skills that will help you fulfil your potential in the Entry requirements: 280 UCAS music industry. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level On this degree, you will develop You will also use a variety of studio- (see page 218) professional songwriting skills across a based applications and recording skills wide range of genres, and learn how to that are suitable for songwriters. Additional criteria: An A-level in read, write and arrange music. a relevant subject. Applicants must Learning will be in small mixed attend an interview at which they To prepare you for employment, you groups for seminars and writing must perform three original songs, will have industry-style feedback classes, and small workshop groups one of which must be live, and specific to your writing goals and for practical skills. Some lectures are present lyric sheets. These can be have opportunities to build that in larger groups. For experience of finished or draft songs. all-important network of industry how the industry works, you will have contacts. In the final year, you will also opportunities to co-write songs to In the case of applicants whose will develop your own ‘industry ready’ real music industry briefs, with expert first language is not English, IELTS original artist project with appropriate feedback and tuition. 5.5 (or equivalent) is required. live and/or recorded showcase. Each module must be completed Applications are welcome from and is individually assessed. Modules established practitioners who Course content are assessed through a variety of may not possess the required Year one: Creative songwriting means, including practical exams and qualifications but who are • The performing songwriter performance, submission of course committed to higher education • The music industry • Technical skills work, projects, examination and study. Students may be admitted for songwriters • Introduction to essays. All students must complete a through Accreditation of music theory dissertation. Experiential Learning (AEL) or Year two: Commercial songwriting Accreditation of Certificated • Live demonstration Career potential Learning (ACL) processes. • Entrepreneurship • Recorded This practical songwriting degree will demonstration • Music composition prepare you for a creative career in Length: Full-time 3 years for songwriters the music industry as a professional • Part-time 5 years songwriter, whether you choose to also Year three: Creative identity and perform or not. It combines intensive repertoire • Individual ‘artist and Location: ATRiuM, and practical study in songwriting while repertoire’ (A&R) project • Dissertation Cardiff Campus expanding your creative repertoire. Delivered in collaboration with the How you will study Institute of Contemporary Music You will study at the ATRiuM in Cardiff, Performance making full use of our live rooms, tech suites and in-house music studio facilities. You will have access to use these facilities outside of class time to rehearse and record your music. As well as songwriting classes and lectures, there are weekly performance classes where you can showcase your material *Subject to validation. with a professional band.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 169 M 170 Music performing atarecent graduationceremony BMus (Hons)Vocal graduateRaphaellaMazaheri-Asadi University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. BMus (Hons) Contemporary Music Performance* M
Run in collaboration with London’s Institute of Contemporary Music Music Performance, this is one of the few BMus degree courses in the UK that UCAS course code: W315 enables students to combine instrumental and compositional excellence, UCAS campus code: B with music industry entrepreneurship and critical thinking. Entry requirements: 220 UCAS This highly creative and industry- work with other students and external tariff points (see page 218) focused degree allows you to specialise organisations, so you can engage in aspects of contemporary music with other disciplines such as film, Additional criteria: An A-level in performance or composition, from animation, or theatre. This will develop a music-related subject, eg, music, solo instrumentalist to acoustic singer skills that you will need to work technology, or performing arts songwriter, through to experimental successfully in the creative industries. with music elements. Applicants electronic music genres. must also attend an audition day, How you will study As well as engaging with popular music which will include a combined The course is taught through a forms, you will be encouraged to look audition/interview, technical and combination of practical application, beyond formulaic commercial music to aural tests. Applicants will be discovery and experimentation. You explore contemporary ways of making expected to demonstrate musical will explore and develop your own music, including underground styles, experience, knowledge and have perspective of contemporary music in technology-led interactive performance, a good command of their main relation to your area of expertise. jazz-influenced music, world music, instrument and music theory. and contemporary classical styles. As well as lectures and tutorials, teaching styles will emphasise practical Length: Full-time 3 years Course content elements, such as workshops, one-to- Location: ATRiuM, This award is delivered mainly through one instrumental or voice coaching, Cardiff Campus performance-based modules, providing and lab workstation sessions. Visiting a unique balance between practice and speakers provide an industry focus Delivered in collaboration with the theory. As well as developing a broad and complement the teaching of our Institute of Contemporary Music range of practical music skills, you will experienced tutors. Assessment involves Performance also study historical and cultural topics, regular coursework submissions, with such as the global music industry, examinations in some areas. entrepreneurship, and stylistic analysis. There are a number of opportunities As well as projects with students for you to undertake valuable work from other subjects, there is a focus experience in a relevant role with on individual creativity with one- providers throughout the music to-one tuition. This means you will industry. Options might include *Subject to validation. receive a purpose-built programme working on live events with concert of study in instrumental skills and/or promoters and festivals, live sound composition/songwriting. All students performance in venues, placements receive individual instrumental lessons with music organisations and in the first year, with group-based recording studios. composition and songwriting sessions. As the course progresses, you can Career potential choose to focus on either composition/ Graduates will be prepared for songwriting or instrumental studies, employment in a number of with one-to-one tuition. professional roles, including singer songwriter, composer, promoter, We place emphasis on your creativity, music for games composer, session experimentation and artistic risk-taking. musician, band performer, arts You will be set live briefs, which are administrator, instrumental teacher, projects that replicate work in the or portfolio musician. industry. There are also opportunities to
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BSc (Hons) Psychology 173 BSc (Hons) Psychology (Major) 174 BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology 175 BSc (Hons) Developmental Psychology 176 BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology 177 BSc (Hons) Childhood and Youth 178 BSc (Hons) Early Years Development and Education 180 BA (Hons) Education (Minor) 181
You can study Psychology and Education in combination with other subjects: Psychology with Criminology 36 Psychology with Education 36
We offer Education and Psychology courses at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
172 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Psychology P
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. It Education and Psychology has a broad scope and influences many other disciplines in the biological UCAS course code: C800 and social sciences. On this course, you will study the major approaches UCAS campus code: A in psychology, including neuropsychology, social, cognitive, biological Entry requirements: 280 UCAS and developmental psychology, as well as research methods. To improve tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level your employability and to achieve your career goals, you can also take (see page 218) specialist modules such as clinical, occupational or health psychology. Additional criteria: A-levels to This programme is accredited by the research methods and you will develop exclude General Studies British Psychological Society (BPS), so if your practical psychology skills in our you graduate with 2:2 Honours or purpose-built laboratories. 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Psychology has become the first in a You will cover areas such as research UK university to offer a wide range of methods, biological and cognitive psychological services to the public. psychology, social and developmental These are offered through our new psychology, learning and individual clinic facility and include play therapy, differences, and psychology in everyday behaviour analysis, and health and life. The second year is a chance to sport psychology interventions. The I chose to study here because expand and develop these core areas, clinic activities support our wide range I liked the campus and the fact so you will have a sound basis for of postgraduate opportunities, and that everyone I spoke to only had specialist study in year three. You will undergraduate students can also get good things to say about it. The study modules that cover the core involved in some of the clinic’s work. Psychology course here allows areas, as well as taking a module which and encourages you to think and considers the application of theories in Career potential act for yourself. psychology to areas such as clinical, Career opportunities exist in many health, sport and occupational Dan Bowers, areas, such as clinical, educational, psychology. BSc (Hons) Psychology forensic, health and occupational In the final year, you will study advanced psychology. You could enter new and research methods and complete a developing areas of psychology, dissertation on an area that interests you including sport and environmental most. You can also choose modules that psychology. You will develop a range of best suit your career aims, including transferable skills that are highly health, occupational, social, forensic, sought-after by employers. 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Applied psychologists use psychological principles and theories to Education and Psychology overcome problems in areas such as work, education and mental health. UCAS course code: C810 On this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills for a successful UCAS campus code: A career in this field. You will study the major approaches in psychology, Entry requirements: 280 UCAS including neuropsychology, social, cognitive, biological and tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level developmental psychology, as well as research methods. (see page 218) A key element of the course is the have the chance to work on projects hands-on experience you can gain. You independently. There is strong emphasis Additional criteria: A-levels to will get to carry out applied research on research methods, so you will exclude General Studies and other projects involving work develop your practical psychology skills organisations. This practical experience in our purpose-built laboratories. 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During your training inareas suchasclinicaland eligible toapplyforprofessional psychology graduatesandwillbe same career optionsasother psychology ofageing.You willhavethe adolescent developmentorthe postgraduate research inchild/ language therapy, socialwork,or courses inteaching,speechand psychology, tocompletepostgraduate want acareer ineducational This courseisparticularlyrelevant ifyou Career potential involved insomeoftheclinic’s work. undergraduate studentscanbe postgraduate studyopportunities,and clinic activitiessupportour sport psychologyinterventions.The behaviour analysis,andhealth facility. Servicesincludeplaytherapy, the publicthrough ournewclinic wide rangeofpsychologicalservicesto the firstinaUKuniversitytooffer a facilities, theSchoolofPsychologyis As wellasourexcellentteaching the USA. studies onanexchangeinEurope or could evencompletepartofyour presentations where appropriate. You independently onprojects andtolead We encourageyoutowork skills inourpurpose-builtlaboratories. will developyourpracticalpsychology emphasis onresearch methodsandyou your employability, there isastrong workshops andtutorials.To improve seminars, aswellpracticalclasses, You through willlearn lectures and How youwillstudy Psychological Society(BPS) Accreditation: British Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus. Combination: Yes (seepage36) Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years exclude GeneralStudies Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C820 BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology P
Sport psychology seeks to understand the psychological factors that Education and Psychology affect the behaviour of individuals, teams or organisations in sport, and UCAS course code: C601 how lifestyle issues can influence wellbeing and performance. You will UCAS campus code: A study the main areas of psychology and specialise in aspects of sport Entry requirements: 280 UCAS psychology as you progress. tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level This British Psychological Society How you will study (see page 218) accredited degree is an exciting You will learn through lectures, opportunity to begin your career in this seminars, and practical classes, Additional criteria: A-levels to fast-developing field. The course has workshops, tutorials and guest exclude General Studies been designed to provide Graduate presentations. You will be encouraged Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC, to work independently and in groups, Length: Full-time 3 years previously known as GBR) with the and to lead presentations where • Part-time 5-6 years Society, which is the first stage of appropriate. We place clear emphasis Study abroad option available qualification as a sport psychologist. on research methods and the practical Further study at postgraduate level skills you will gain in our purpose-built (Stage 1 training) and supervised laboratories. You will work with Foundation studies: Yes practice (Stage 2 training) are needed athletes in your final year to put your to qualify as a Chartered Sport and skills into practice and improve your Location: Treforest Campus, Exercise Psychologist. employability. There are even Pontypridd opportunities for overseas exchanges Course content in Europe, Australia, and the USA. Accreditation: British In your first year, you will gain an Psychological Society (BPS) In addition to our excellent teaching introduction to sport psychology, facilities, the School of Psychology is biological, cognitive, social and the first in a UK university to offer a developmental psychology, learning wide range of psychological services to and individual differences, and research the public, including sport psychology methods and statistics. You will also interventions. The clinic activities study Introductory Physiology, which is support our wide range of a Sport and Exercise Science module. postgraduate opportunities, and In the final year, we were given Your second year explores these areas undergraduate students can also get the opportunity to interview in more depth and features a second involved in some of the clinic’s work. athletes, observe them in training Sport and Exercise Science module of and subsequently develop an your choice. Career potential intervention plan that would help You can specialise in your final year There is a wide range of excellent them better their performance. and consider the latest theoretical and career opportunities open to students It was really exciting and practical issues in sport psychology. with a sport psychology degree. We interesting. The course has You will also complete an in-depth also understand the importance of helped me establish my sport dissertation under supervision. For an developing skills you can use in any psychology foundations. My long- all-round understanding of the field profession. These skills, such as term ambition is to work as a and to improve your employability, problem solving, communication and professional sport psychologist you can choose modules from other presentations, report writing, IT, at a major football club. areas of Psychology, and Sport and numeracy and teamwork, are valued Gabriella Pereira, Exercise Science. highly by employers and will help you BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology secure a rewarding career inside or outside sport and exercise psychology.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 177 178 P Psychology and Education Analyst (BCABA). Board CertifiedAssistantBehaviour requirements for certificationasa (BACB) asmeetingthecontent Behaviour AnalystCertificationBoard This courseisapproved by the people •Understandingyouthcrime education •Socialpolicyandyoung and communities•Debatesin • Behaviourchangeinhomes,schools intervention forchallengingbehaviour adolescence •Assessmentand • Developmentinchildhoodand include: Some ofthemodulesyoumightstudy change theirlivesinmeaningfulways. also developthepracticalskillsto directly affect youngpeople.You will social, culturalandpoliticalissues you willcometounderstandhow develop psychologicallyandsocially, about howchildren andadolescents As wellasbuildingyourknowledge Course content communities. settings, includinghomes,schools,and help thesechildren inawiderangeof graduation, youwillbeprepared to disabilities.By autism, andlearning such asADHD,antisocialbehaviour, children witharangeofdifficulties, effectivelearn strategiesforhelping behavioural challenges.You will children andyoungpeoplewith on assessmentandinterventionwith education. Itplacesstrong emphasis psychology, sociology, criminology, and multiple perspectives,including children andadolescentsfrom understanding oftheissuesfacing This courseofstudyprovides asolid course will help you achieve your goals. young people, and want to make a positive difference to their lives,If this you are interested in the development and wellbeing of children and BSc (Hons)ChildhoodandYouth University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. therapeutic play. and probation services,teaching,or analysis, socialwork,youthjustice train foracareer inapplied behaviour necessary knowledgeandskillsto training course,andprovides the to accessanaccredited postgraduate qualification. Thisaward is alsosuitable youth workersneedadegree professions. Since2010,all professional built astrong foundationfor arangeof By thetimeyougraduate,willhave Career potential the clinic’s work. students cangetinvolvedinsomeof opportunities, andundergraduate support ourmanypostgraduate health interventions.Clinicactivities play therapy, behaviouranalysis,and through ournewclinic.Theseinclude of psychologicalservicestothepublic UK universitytooffer awiderange Psychology hasbecomethefirstina teaching facilities,theSchoolof As wellasourexcellentdedicated classroom. your knowledgeinsettingsoutsidethe a numberofopportunitiestoextend these practicalelementswillgiveyou skills. To enhanceyouremployability, and thedevelopmentofyourpractical There isemphasisonresearch methods group projects mayalsobeassessed. examinations. Oralpresentations and case studies,essays,projects and to actualpractice.Assessmentsinclude methods andlinkyouracademicstudy You through willlearn arangeof How youwillstudy Certification Board (BACB) Accreditation: BehaviourAnalyst Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: exclude GeneralStudies Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:L590 course. It’s amazing. available tomeuntilIstartedthis career opportunitieswere and Youth BSc (Hons)Childhood Sarah LeBeau, Ididn’t realise howmany
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08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 179 180 P Psychology and Education and Education BSc (Hons)EarlyYears Development University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. who wanttoworkinprimaryschools. to beapopularchoiceamongstudents National Curriculumsubjectareas tend each yearinasubjectofyourchoice. career aimsbychoosingonemodule You canalsotailorthisdegree toyour and yourgrades. improve youracademicunderstanding confidence andability, butcanalso experience willnotonlyimprove your two workplacementmodules.This and career prospects, youwillcomplete the field. To enhanceyouremployability roles andopportunitiesforgraduatesin workforce inrecent years,creating new developments intheearlyyears There havebeensignificant children, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need on this course.educational perspectives. If you want a career working with young This course studies early years development from psychological and • Educationproject supportinschools practice •Learner education •Developingprimary education 3•Explorationsinprimary schools andcolleges•Debatesin adulthood •Advancedtutoringin • Developmentinadolescenceand •Playanddevelopment think andlearn research project •Thewaychildren Year three: Childhoodandyouth • Debatesineducation2 • Literacyacross theprimary curriculum • Tutoring inschoolsandcolleges people •Biologyofdevelopment • Research withchildren andyoung Year two:Developmentalpsychology • Optionalmodule • Understandingprimarypractice and debatesinprimaryeducation young people•Introduction totheories Year one:Understandingchildren and Course content Career potential involved insomeoftheclinic’s work. undergraduate studentscanget our postgraduateopportunities,and interventions. Clinicactivitiessupport therapy, behaviouranalysis,andhealth PAWB Wales. Thisincludesplay to thepublicthrough ournewclinic, wide rangeofpsychologicalservices the firstinaUKuniversitytooffer a facilities, theSchoolofPsychologyis As wellasourexcellentteaching employability. classroom, whichwillenhanceyour knowledge insettingsoutsidethe many opportunitiestoextendyour elements ofthecoursewillgiveyou educational contexts.Thepractical can useyourknowledgeindifferent and practicalsessionswhere you and three, pluslectures, seminars practical placementsinyearstwo professional practice.Thisincludes and youracademicstudyislinkedto You inarangeofways willlearn How youwillstudy and MScEducationalPractice. MSc/PgDip PlayandTherapeuticPlay, complement thisdegree, including exciting postgraduatecoursesthat clinical andeducationalfields. We offer professional psychology, including paediatric occupationaltherapy, and work, speechandlanguagetherapy, in teaching,playtherapy, social could alsoconsiderfurthertraining at aseniorlevelindaynurseries.You supporting roles inprimary schools,or such asyouthandcommunitywork, from avarietyofrewarding careers When yougraduate,canchoose Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years exclude GeneralStudies Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:CX83 PhD Student Development andEducation, BSc (Hons)EarlyYears Helen Wakeford, prepared me for new challenges. shaped my character and confidence. This has inevitably my skills and develop my here have allowed me to master experiences that I have received The opportunities and BA (Hons) Education (Minor) P
On this course, you will study the nature and organisation of the Education and Psychology education system, as well as the theory and practice of teaching and UCAS course code: Dependent learning. An important element of the course is the chance to gain on your Major subject – please practical teaching experience in schools or colleges. Not only will you put contact the University what you have learned into practice, but you will also gain skills that will UCAS campus code: A improve your employment prospects. Entry requirements: Dependent This is a highly flexible Minor course How you will study on your Major subject – please that you can study in different ways. You will benefit from a range of contact the University You can combine this subject with a learning approaches that link your (see page 218) wide range of National Curriculum academic study to professional practice subjects, such as English. There is more in the real world. You will learn Additional criteria: A-levels to information about combining subjects through lectures, tutorials, seminars, exclude General Studies on page 36. structured discussions, workshops and a final year project. If you are interested in studying Length: Full-time 3 years other courses but are still considering There is the chance to gain practical • Part-time 5-6 years education as a career option, you can skills and build your confidence Study abroad option available study modules from this course to add through placements in primary and value to your other subjects. secondary schools, or further education Combination: Yes (see page 36) colleges. You will be assessed by end- Course content of-semester examinations, coursework Location: Treforest Campus, You will select two modules in each and project work. Pontypridd year from a range of options. Examples of modules include: Career potential The study of education has relevance • Debates in education 1 • Developing for many careers and you will gain mentoring and coaching skills for skills that are valuable in numerous learning • Tutoring in schools and Studying Education here gave professions. You may want a career colleges • Debates in education 2 me the perfect preparation for in teaching, training, youth and • Debates in education 3 • Explorations my PGCE. From theory to actual community work, for example, or in in primary education • Advanced teaching experience, the course a wide range of child-related charity tutoring in schools and colleges could not have been better. settings. A number of graduates • Developing primary practice progress to a Postgraduate Certificate Oliver Farr, • Education project in Education (PGCE) to qualify as BA (Hons) History with primary and secondary school teachers, Education possessing a sound theoretical base and relevant practical experience.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 181 S Science Science Did you know?
Last year, our students discovered new comets and asteroids, and our lecturers took part in the BBC’s Stargazing Live.
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BSc (Hons) Observational Astronomy 183 Related courses BSc (Hons) Chemistry 184 Geography, Geology and the Environment 120 BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science 185 Sport and Exercise Science 200 BSc (Hons) Forensic Science 186 Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation 203 BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology 188 Health Sciences courses 127 BSc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry 189 Computer Forensics 68 BSc (Hons) Biology 190 Police Sciences 80 BSc (Hons) Human Biology 191 Forensic Science with Criminology 36 BSc (Hons) International Wildlife Biology 192 BSc (Hons) Natural History 193
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If you are fascinated by the universe and want to really engage with Science science, this is one of our most innovative courses. UCAS course code: F520 UCAS campus code: A It takes a unique, hands-on approach Course content that ensures you actually “do” Year one: Introductory astronomy and Entry requirements: 240 UCAS astronomy, as well as learning about astrophysics • Planetary geology and tariff points, eg, CCC at A-level the core science behind planets, stars, geophysics • Astrobiology • Exploring (see page 218) galaxies and cosmology. Throughout the sky • History of astronomy this course you will engage in a and space science • Astronomical Additional criteria: A-levels to wide range of scientific research techniques exclude General Studies, and programmes, project planning/ include at least one science Year two: Cosmology • Galaxies management activities, and science (from Physics, Chemistry, Biology • Asteroids, comets and catastrophism communication. or Geology) or Mathematics. • Stars and the bomb • Planetary Relevant experience in amateur As well as studying astronomical science • Astronomy research project/ astronomy (or similar) will also be theory (including such diverse topics as dissertation considered. astrobiology and archaeoastronomy), you will gain lots of hands-on Year three: Stellar astrophysics Length: Full-time 3 years experience in observational astronomy • Selected topics in modern • Part-time 5-6 years and astrophysical techniques. In recent astrophysics • The hidden universe years, students have undertaken field • Observing the universe (Arizona field courses in Spain, Portugal, Poland course) • Advanced astronomy project Location: Glyntaff Campus, and Arizona. A regular field course to (double module) Pontypridd a dedicated teaching observatory in Majorca takes place in the first year, and How you will study we visit a number of observatories and You will learn through a mixture of geological sites in Arizona in the third methods, including lectures, seminars, I find the whole course year (additional costs apply). Trips to UK tutorials, e-learning, and supervised fascinating. The subjects that we archaeological/geological sites, scientific astronomical observing sessions and cover are so diverse, ranging from facilities and relevant conferences take field trips. In addition, there will be Greek mythology to astrobiology place throughout the year. opportunities each year to engage with and quantum physics in the first various astronomy research, education year alone. The combination We have a number of telescopes for and outreach programmes. Assessment of exciting topics stimulates student use, and you will be trained includes project work, exams, essays, you constantly. Observational in digital photography, CCD imaging presentations and practical coursework. Astronomy never ceases to amaze and a range of data analysis techniques me – I’m hooked! such as astrometry, photometry and Career potential spectroscopy. Right from the start, you Emma Wride, By the time you graduate, you will will have regular access to the two- BSc (Hons) Observational have a broad knowledge of astronomy metre Faulkes Telescopes in Australia Astronomy and a critical understanding of the and Hawaii, and can participate in core science, alongside experience a variety of research programmes, of developing and managing a wide collaborating with professional/amateur range of projects. You will develop astronomers and schools groups from science communication skills that are around the world. In recent years, our valuable in many careers, particularly students have been involved in the journalism and teaching. Our graduates discovery of a number of asteroids and have enjoyed diverse careers, including comets as part of ongoing research teaching in schools, universities, programmes. museums and science centres, NASA/ Through the Faulkes Telescope ESA public outreach, web design, Project, you will regularly engage with postgraduate research, journalism and education and outreach programmes, research for the BBC and other media working with schools, science centres organisations. and museums. 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 183 184 S Science also improve yourfinalyear grades. you knowledgeandskillsthatshould will lookimpressive onyour CV, giving ‘sandwich year’placementinindustry and three aspartofyourstudies. This the workplacebetweenyearstwo on experience.You caneventrainin potential, youwillgetplentyofhands- To enhanceyourskillsandcareer to employers. make youamore attractive candidate professional requirements andwill meets This meansthatwhatyoulearn obtain accreditation forthiscourse. to theRoyalSocietyofChemistry in theUK.We are currently applying for advancingthechemicalsciences (AMRSC), theseniorprofessional body of theRoyalSocietyChemistry are eligibleforAssociateMembership Graduates ofourChemistrycourses when youapplyforgraduatejobs. industries, whichwillbeanadvantage techniques usedbythechemical gain valuableexperienceofthekey laboratories. Thismeansyouwill equipmentinspecialistnew modern We haveanextensiverangeof chemistry toanyarea. logically andapplytheprinciplesof science todevelopyourabilitythink aspectsofchemical and modern an emphasisonanalyticalchemistry be afully-qualifiedscientist. We place This Chemistrydegree willtrainyouto who try to improve the quality of our lives through their work. of our waste. Chemists are the people in industry, medicine and weresearch take, the fuels we use, our food and clothing, and how we dispose Chemistry is involved in every part of our day-to-day lives – the medicines BSc (Hons)Chemistry University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. options. professions andcanoffer manycareer degree inchemistryare valuedinother research. Theskillsyougainfrom a while manycontinuetopostgraduate forensic scienceservicesand education, public orcommercial laboratories, Our graduateshavegainedworkin development. monitoring, pharmaceuticalresearch or including foodscience,environmental business andcommercial areas, careers inawiderangeofscientific, Chemists are capableofsuccessful Career potential academic year. sit examsattheendofeach coursework asyouprogress and Youe-learning. willhavetocomplete tutorials, laboratoryclasses,or three hourseachweekinlectures, with eachmoduleinvolvingaround You willstudysixmoduleseachyear, How youwillstudy of staff. supervision ofanacademicmember practical research project underthe the third year, youcanundertakea and heterocyclic chemistry. During chemistry, organometallicchemistry, biological chemistry, environmental organic chemistry, youwillstudy physical, inorganic,analyticaland As wellastraditionalaspectsof Course content
Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Length: Full-time3years exclude GeneralStudies. another sciencesubject,andto include Chemistryandusually Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BCCatA-level Entry requirements: 260UCAS Did you know? (Graduate DestinationSurvey2011) UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:F100 within sixmonthsofgraduation. employment orfurtherstudy Forensics graduatesare in 98% ofourChemistryand degree offers. the hands-onapproach that this they tendedtoleanawayfrom out from otheruniversities,as the facilities–thismadeitstand It alsogavemeachancetosee when IvisitedontheOpenDays. campus hadagreat feelaboutit for qualityofteaching,plusthe University hadagoodreputation BSc (Hons)Chemistry Adam Savin, Ichosethiscoursebecausethe BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science S
On this award, you will gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills Science tailored specifically towards the pharmaceutical industry, which is one of UCAS course code: F151 the largest employers of scientists in the UK. UCAS campus code: A There is a whole range of exciting How you will study Entry requirements: 260 UCAS careers for pharmaceutical scientists, With a strong focus on gaining relevant tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level from discovering the next potent practical skills and industry knowledge, (see page 218) antiviral compound to worldwide modules are delivered through lectures, marketing, or the legal world of tutorials, workshops and practical Additional criteria: A-levels to regulatory affairs. It is a global industry laboratory sessions. Self-directed include Chemistry and normally that is ever-changing to meet new study is a part of all modules and is another science subject and/ challenges in healthcare and medicine, supported by Blackboard, our virtual or Mathematics, and to exclude and developments in research learning environment. You will be General Studies. and production. taught by highly qualified chemists, some of whom have considerable To enhance your skills and career Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) experience of providing training to the potential, you will get plenty of hands- pharmaceutical sector and teaching on experience in our new laboratories. Length: Full-time 3 years pharmaceutical science. You will This means you will gain valuable • Sandwich 4 years benefit from a range of assessment experience of the important techniques methods, including exams, written used by the pharmaceutical industry, Location: Glyntaff Campus, assignments, presentations, and which will be a significant advantage Pontypridd laboratory work. when you apply for graduate jobs. You may even choose to take a work placement between years two and Career potential three. Not only will this be impressive Your degree will be the key to unlocking your potential in a host of on your CV, but it will also give you The course gives a deep insight interesting and fulfilling careers. The knowledge and skills that should help into the pharmaceutical industry. pharmaceutical industry is one of the improve your final year grades. The most enjoyable part so far largest employers of scientists in the has been the ‘Pharmaceuticals: UK and, on graduation, you will Course content A Global Industry’ module, have the scientific background and The course has a strong grounding in where we learnt about the major industry knowledge to be a desirable the chemical and biological sciences, companies and drugs in the candidate to employers. and you will study subjects in the areas industry. We see this leading to of chemistry, analytical chemistry and Careers for scientists in this sector a role with one of these major spectroscopy, biochemistry, drug design are highly varied. As well as research companies. and delivery, and pharmaceutical and development, scientists may find Sunil Bedi and Amar Ali, regulation. There is emphasis on themselves in roles that range from BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical gaining practical skills, for which the marketing and sales, patent filing, Science University has an excellent reputation. quality assurance, regulatory affairs, You will study in new, purpose-built or even process development. Being laboratories that house industry- a chemistry-based degree, this course standard equipment. can also lead to careers in related industries, eg, chemical manufacturing, quality control, and public health laboratories. It will also enable you to pursue postgraduate studies in a related field.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 185 186 S Science chemistry, andforensic biology. investigation, organicandphysical science. You willalsostudy crimescene odontology, entomology, andearth investigations suchasanthropology, sub-disciplines usedinforensic The firstyearfocusesonthe Course content analyticalinvestigativescience. modern employability skillsthatare relevant to and developadvancedsubject to undertakeworkplacements the course.There are alsoopportunities emphasis onemployabilitythroughout and biologicalanalysis.We placestrong science-based fields,suchaschemical science sectorandinotheranalytical grounding forcareers intheforensic means thatyouwillhaveanexcellent the Forensic ScienceSociety. This science baseandisaccredited by The coursehasastrong analytical crime scenes. where howtoprocess youlearn major house andvillage–auniquefacility including amulti-room crimescene in ourcrimescenesimulationfacilities, employers demand.You willalsolearn you willgainthepracticalskillsthat standard instrumentation,whichmeans evidence laboratorieshaveindustry- Our newanalyticalandforensic this sector. should makeyouhighlyemployablein presentation ofevidence–allwhich the interpretation, evaluationand analysis offorensic evidence,and scene investigation,thelaboratory and advancedconceptsofcrime theoretical traininginessential this coursegivesyoupracticaland forensicto modern investigation, Exciting, challengingandrelevant disciplines, which are then used to solve crimes. Forensic science is a broad subject that draws on a range of scientific BSc (Hons)Forensic Science University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. you willbecross-examined. in mootcourtscenarios,where evidence incourtandparticipate interests howtopresent you,learn conduct aproject onanarea that will alsoreview contemporarycases, and scanningelectron microscopy. You explosion investigation,toxicology, plus specialistsubjectssuchasfire and advanced conceptsandtechniques, In thefinalyear, youwillstudymore photography andcomputerforensics. analysis alsofeature, asdocrimescene case files.MolecularbiologyandDNA write scientific reports andprepare howtohandleevidence, will learn evidence andothersampletypes.You instrumentation andanalyseforensic howtouseindustry-standardlearn chemistry andspectroscopy. You will evidence, withmodulesinanalytical laboratory analysisofforensic The secondyearfocusesonthe investigative teams. research, courtreporting, andin destinations includeteaching, pharmaceutical industries.Othercareer laboratories, andinthechemical in theUKandoverseas,DNAanalysis toxicology andforensic laboratories with policescientificsupportunits, with Graduates havegainedemployment including theforensic science sector. by employersofanalyticalscientists, of ourgraduatesare highly desired The practicalskillsandknowledge Career potential year examinations. throughout theyear, andbyendof and practicallaboratorywork will beassessedbywrittenassignments lectures, tutorialsandpracticals. You per weekintaughtclasses,including You willtypicallyspendupto18hours How youwillstudy Science Society Accreditation: Forensic Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Combination: Yes (seepage36) • Sandwich4years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) and toexcludeGeneralStudies. include ChemistryandBiology, Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichFK10 UCAS coursecode:F125 for a variety of career paths. means you can use your degree but the versatility of the subject course can be very challenging, connections between things. The thinking and the ability to make forensic scientist requires analytical science, especially chemistry. A to anyone with a keen interest in Forensics Drugs AnalystforLGC BSc (Hons)Forensic Science, Stefanie Kohlisch, I would recommend this course S Science Did you know?
All our Forensic Science courses are accredited by the Forensic Science Society. Assessors were impressed with our small class sizes for laboratory sessions, our specialist equipment, excellent use of realistic crime scenes and forensic evidence, and good career opportunities.
Forensic Science practical session, Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 187 188 S Science techniques usedtoassistinvestigations. the chemicalandbiologicalanalytical will alsogainscientificknowledgeof crime sceneinvestigationprotocol. You you tothefundamentalconceptsof chemistry. Your firstyearwillintroduce sciences, from criminalisticstoorganic Forensic biologycoversawide rangeof Course content compete forgraduatejobs. and giveyouaheadstartwhen will alsolookimpressive on yourCV you havegainedattheUniversity, but chance tousetheskillsandknowledge the workplace.Thisyearisnotjusta spend ayeargettingexperiencein After yoursecondyear, youcan investigate. which recreates scenariosforyouto campus andthescenesofcrimehouse, built laboratoriesatourGlyntaff facilities. Theseincludenew, purpose- will alsobenefitfrom ourexcellent your career thebestpossiblestart.You meetsindustrystandards,learn giving Society. Thismeansthatwhatyou accreditation from theForensic Science Forensic Biologyandthiscoursehas UK universitiestooffer aBSc(Hons) decade. We were oneofthefirst forensic sciencecoursesforovera The Universityhasbeenrunning forensic biology. excellent grounding foracareer in of biologicalevidence,givingyouan and knowledgetoappreciate thevalue and practicaldegree provides theskills and naturaldisasters.Thisinteresting investigate crimesagainstindividuals anthropologists andodontologists,to other forensic scientists,suchas hair andDNA.Theyalsoworkwith analysis ofevidencesuchasblood, Forensic biologistsare involvedinthe focuses on evidence of a biological nature. Forensic biology is a specific discipline within the forensic sciences that BSc (Hons)Forensic Biology University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. anthropology. involve genetics,DNA,andbiological advanced biologicalanalysesthat and clinicalbiochemistry, andconduct microscopy. You willstudytoxicology microscopy andscanningelectron forensic casestudies,aswellforensic advanced modulesandcriticallyanalyse In thethird year, youwillstudy microbiology. molecular biology, andmedical in analyticalchemistrytechniques, biological scienceandyourskills develop yourunderstandingof and forensic imaging.You willalso knowledge through forensic evidence your practicalskillsandtheoretical The secondyearwillenhance pharmaceutical industries. or employmentinthefoodand chemical science,policeservice, laboratories, toxicology investigation teams,biomedical such asscenesofcrimeandforensic good careers inanumberofareas, the knowledgeandskillstogain Graduates from thiscourse have analysis andreport writing. is anemphasisonresearch skills,data To improve youremployability, there that are highlyvaluedbyemployers. practical andcommunicationskills you withawiderangeofscientific, Our Forensic Biologydegree willequip Career potential tests, plusend-of-yearexaminations. as practicalsandoccasionalin-course monitored through coursework,such Your progress andachievementswillbe well assixhoursinpracticalsessions. in lectures andtutorialseachweek,as Your studywillinvolveabout10hours How youwillstudy Science Society Accreditation: Forensic Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Length: Full-time3years and toexcludeGeneralStudies. include BiologyandChemistry, Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BCCatA-level Entry requirements: 260UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:B790 the Forensic ScienceSociety. a fewuniversitiesaccredited by employable. Plus,it’s oneofonly which shouldmakememore half theoryandpractice, The courseisveryexcitingand it’s gotlotsofpracticalspace. and chosetostudyhere because BSc (Hons)Forensic Biology Lloyd Johnson, Ilookedatotheruniversities BSc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry S
Forensic science is a broad subject that draws on knowledge from a Science range of scientific disciplines. On this course, you will gain specialist UCAS course code: F411 training in analytical forensic chemistry and how it is used to assist • Sandwich F413 criminal investigations. UCAS campus code: A
You will learn about general forensic Final year modules include forensic Entry requirements: 260 UCAS methods and crime scene investigation, microscopy, electron microscopy and tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level and gain in-depth training in all the X-ray microanalysis, advanced organic (see page 218) analytical techniques you need to chemistry, advanced analytical and become a forensic chemist. This physical chemistry, and toxicology. You Additional criteria: A-levels to qualification should enable you to gain will also work from real-life case studies include Chemistry and usually Associate Membership of the Royal and complete a research dissertation one other science, and to exclude Society of Chemistry (AMRSC). The on a topic of your choice. General Studies. course is also accredited by the Forensic Science Society, which means that what How you will study Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) you learn meets the high standards All our forensic science students study Full-time 3 years demanded by professionals. in new, purpose-built laboratories at Length: • Sandwich 4 years our Glyntaff campus. You will study six To improve your employability, you will modules each year, with each module receive instruction from leading experts Foundation studies: Yes involving around three hours each and practitioners in forensic pathology week in lectures, tutorials, laboratory and crime scene investigation. Location: Glyntaff Campus, classes, or e-learning. You will have to Pontypridd We make sure you have plenty of complete coursework as you progress opportunities to gain extensive practical and sit exams at the end of each Accreditation: Forensic experience and you can take a academic year. Science Society year-long work placement between years two and three. During this year, Career potential you will gain valuable practical Career opportunities for our graduates experience of a range of techniques, have been very good. They have gained which will be excellent preparation for positions in forensic, pharmaceutical, employment and could improve toxicological, biomedical, environmental your final year grades. and analytical laboratories, environmental monitoring, and education, while many continue Course content I chose the University because In the first year, you will be introduced to postgraduate study. the facilities for studying science to forensic science, organic, inorganic are superb. We do various and physical chemistry, and experiments and get to use criminalistics. the high-spec instrumentation. In your second year, you can study in This is really good, as having a more depth and advance your skills in working knowledge of these will areas such as conductivity, spectroscopy, considerably enhance my career analytical chemistry, forensic imaging, prospects, as will having a strong forensic earth science, forensic understanding of chemistry. evidence, and synthetic organic Lydia Yip, chemistry. BSc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 189 190 S Science laboratory andinthe field. and skillstoconduct workinthe You willalsodevelopthe techniques genetics, plantdiversity, and ecology. in biology, includingmicrobiology, thorough grounding inkeyareas In thefirstyear, youwill gain a Course content development. of thisearlystageyourcareer ‘AMSB’ afteryourname,inrecognition Society andentitledtousetheletters for AssociateMembershipofthe biology degrees, youwould beeligible biology. Asagraduatefrom oneofour are suitablepreparation foracareer in status. Thismeansthatourcourses and grantedRecognisedProgramme the professional bodyforbiologists, reviewed bytheSocietyof Biology, All ourBiologycourseshavebeen the classroom. latest thinkinganddevelopmentsto taught byexpertswhocanbringthe infrastructure. Thismeansyouwillbe quality initsoutputs,esteemand recognisedelements ofinternationally (RAE2008) ashavingsubstantial UK Research AssessmentExercise Group wasrecognised inthelatest The University’s BiologyResearch built laboratoriesoncampus. inpurpose- apply), whileyouwilllearn the UKandabroad (additionalcosts practical skillsatlocationsthroughout field courses,where youwillgain ecology. Thisdegree offers exciting to freshwater biologyandtropical molecular biologyandimmunology, scientific career. Subjectsrangefrom to developasoundfoundationfor You willstudyawiderangeoftopics all-round knowledgeofthesubject. organisms andwanttogainan if youhaveakeeninterest inliving This well-establishedcourseisideal they survive in different habitats. Biology is the scientific study of living organisms, their structure and how BSc (Hons)Biology University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. career aspirations. choosing areas thatbestfityour even furtherinyourfinalyearby freshwater biology, youcanspecialise and biotechnology, andmarine that includecommunities,agriculture studies. Inadditiontocore modules as these,youcanstarttotailoryour By choosingsubjectsfrom optionssuch assessment, andtropical fieldecology. behavioural ecology, European wildlife and offers optionalmodulesin microbiology, andhumangenetics, such aszoology, physiology, medical knowledge incore subjectareas The secondyearwillexpandyour progress topostgraduatestudy. industry, andteaching.Manygraduates laboratories, thefood anddrink consultancy andagencies,clinical of fields,includingenvironmental have foundemploymentinarange graduates andourbiology There ishighdemandforscience Career potential disciplines (additionalcostsapply). scuba divingandotherfield-based are alsoopportunitiesfortraining in specific topicthatinterests you.There an originalresearch project ona During yourfinalyear, youwillconduct is acompulsorypartofsomemodules. Attendance ataresidential fieldcourse end ofeachyear. through courseworkandexams atthe writing practicalreports. Assessment is background reading, assignmentsor spend thesameamountoftimeon costs apply).You willalsoneedto Malaysia, IndonesiaorCuba(additional the UKandabroad, inlocationslike sessions, tutorials,andfieldtripsin throughwill learn lectures, laboratory in scheduledclasseseveryweek.You You willusuallyspend15-20hours How youwillstudy Society ofBiology. This courseisrecognised bythe Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years Studies. Biology, andtoexcludeGeneral include aminimumCgradein Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BCCatA-level Entry requirements: 260UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C100 – andmore. everything Ithoughtitwouldbe Biology degree, whichwas my lifestudyingtheBSc(Hons) BSc (Hons)Biology Jonathan Owen, Ispentthebestthree yearsof BSc (Hons) Human Biology S
This human biology degree will give you a sound scientific understanding Science of health and disease in the human body. UCAS course code: C101 UCAS campus code: A You will learn about the relationships How you will study between molecular, anatomical, Our science students enjoy new Entry requirements: 260 UCAS physiological and anthropological facilities in purpose-built laboratories tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level aspects of human biology, with a at our Glyntaff campus, including (see page 218) focus on biomedical aspects of human specialist microbiology laboratories. processes, such as how we respond to You will learn through lectures, Additional criteria: A-levels to infection and how drugs act on tutorials, and practical classes, with include Biology (a minimum C the body. assessment through coursework and in Biology) and a science subject exams at the end of each year. such as Chemistry or Physics, but This course places significant emphasis to exclude General Studies. on laboratory techniques, handling All students undertake an extensive data, solving problems, writing reports, project in their final year, under the Length: Full-time 3 years and oral presentations. These elements supervision of a member of staff. A enable you to understand scientific diverse range of projects is available, Location: Glyntaff Campus, methodology and critically evaluate from molecular parasitology to forensic Pontypridd scientific data, which are essential skills anthropology, microbiology, and for a wide range of scientific careers. genetics. This course is recognised by the Society of Biology. All our Biology courses have been Science Education in Schools is reviewed by the Society of Biology, an alternative to the final year the professional body for biologists, research project and is part of the and granted Recognised Programme Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme status. This means that our courses (UAS), which awards academic credit are suitable preparation for a career in to students who work with teachers biology. As a graduate from one of our in local schools. This is a valuable biology degrees, you would be eligible opportunity to gain experience if I chose a Human Biology for Associate Membership of the you want a career in teaching. degree because it offers so many Society and entitled to use the letters career options. I also liked the ‘AMSB’ after your name. Career potential variety of subjects and topics This human biology degree provides you get to study. I especially like Course content the scientific basis for a career in a lectures about topics that I can The first year will introduce you to a range of scientific fields, including relate to, like human diseases and range of subjects, including anatomy, biomedical research, teaching and disorders, and lectures that make cell biology, genetics, biochemistry and biotechnology industries. Our emphasis me think about things I’d never microbiology, which form the basis of on applied biological knowledge considered, like how the immune this Human Biology course. is ideal if you want to progress to system works. postgraduate study, including medicine. You will develop your knowledge Lindsey Mayers, in the second year, exploring areas BSc (Hons) Human Biology such as medical microbiology, cellular pathology and disease processes, human genetics, endocrinology, nutrition and metabolism.
The final year allows you to study more specialist areas, including biological anthropology, tropical medicine, clinical biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology, and research in an area of your choice.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 191 192 S Science ‘AMSB’ afteryourname. Society andentitledtousetheletters for AssociateMembershipofthe biology degrees, youwouldbeeligible biology. Asagraduatefrom oneofour are suitablepreparation foracareer in status. Thismeansthatourcourses and grantedRecognisedProgramme the professional bodyforbiologists, reviewed bytheSocietyof Biology, All ourBiologycourseshavebeen on enrolment inyearsone and two. reviewed annuallyandare tobepaid involves additionalcosts.Theseare degree requires studyabroad, which complete divetrainingandthatthis that allstudentsare expected to qualifications. You shouldbeaware can gainPADI OpenWater diving undertake afieldguidingcourseand your career opportunities.You will extra qualificationsthatwillenhance well asintheUK.You canalsogain Asia, CentralorSouthAmerica,as reefs, andinthetropical forests of game parksofSouthAfrica,oncoral in thiscourse.You willstudyinthe There isastrong practicalfieldelement and pollution. physiology, landusechanges,fisheries, genetics, ecology, behaviour, disease, biologists research vitalsubjectssuchas to wildlifemanagement.Wildlife and animals,howtoapplyscience the diversityanddistributionofplants biological processes thatdetermine industry. You aboutthe willlearn environmental groups andinprivate including conservationorganisations, a hostofcareer opportunities, economy andthisdegree willopen billions ofdollarstotheworld The wildlifebiologysectorisworth parks and on coral reefs. you will get to study on three continents, work in rainforests, nationaland management. This course is the only one of its kind in the UK and Wildlife biology is the study of organisms, their environment, ecology BSc (Hons)InternationalWildlifeBiology University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. wildlife managementsystems. carry outresearch todevelopeffective organisations andagencies.Theyalso opportunities withavarietyof education. Graduatesfindcareer management, consultancy, and of career paths,includingresearch, you willhavetheskillsforarange Our strong scientificapproach means Career potential presentations, andessays. laboratory andfieldwork reports, include writtenexams,coursework, methods varyforeachmoduleand and practiceinthefield.Assessment exercises, practicalclasses, fieldwork, through lectures, tutorials,computer Glyntaff campus.You willlearn in purpose-builtlaboratoriesatour Science studentsenjoynewfacilities How youwillstudy biotechnology •Project Communities, agriculture and biology •Tropical medicineor ecology •Marineandfreshwater management•Molecular • Wildlife Year three: Ecologicalinteractions Indonesia) • Tropical ecology(Honduras,Cuba, ecology •European wildlifeassessment • Comparative physiology • Behavioural • Modellingforwildlifemanagement Africa) •GeneticsVertebrate zoology Year two:Africanbiodiversity(South tracking (SouthAfrica) • LandformsystemsBiggame manipulation •Principlesofecology • Experimentaldesignanddata and invertebrates•Cellularbiology Year one:Diversityoflife–plants Course content Society ofBiology. This courseisrecognised bythe Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, South Africa) summer vacationspentpartlyin Length: Full-time3years(First interview isrequired. to excludeGeneralStudies.An Biology andanotherscience, to includegradeBorabovein Additional criteria:A-levels (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBBatA-level Entry requirements: 300UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C300 way theyteach. subjects –thisisreflected inthe and passionateabouttheir lecturers are extremely helpful course isamust.Allofthe a globalorregional scale,this in wildlifeorconservationon available. Ifyouare interested equipment were alwaysreadily One-to-one advice,facilitiesand in theuseofstudytechniques. gave meinvaluableexperiences highlights ofthecourse.They and Indonesiawere definitely field tripstoSouthAfrica programme! Theoverseas Wildlife Biology BSc (Hons)International Stephen Cross, Ahighlyenjoyabledegree BSc (Hons) Natural History S
Natural history is the study of animals, plants and their natural Science environments. To understand it fully, you need to draw on scientific UCAS course code: CDL0 knowledge from many areas, which makes this a diverse and exciting UCAS campus code: A subject. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS You will study different organisms Course content tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level – how they are identified, their life You will explore the diversity of life, (see page 218) history and relationships. Through wildlife management for conservation, the study of their habitats and marine biology, and environmental Additional criteria: A-levels to environments, such as oceans, rivers, survey skills. A key feature of this include a science, which may be forests, agricultural land and urban course is gaining practical skills that Geography or Mathematics, but areas, you will learn how humans affect you can apply on land, in freshwater to exclude General Studies. living things. You will also understand environments, and in the oceans. To the processes that shape our land, develop these skills, you will go on a Length: Full-time 3 years coastlines and climate. range of one-day and residential field • Part-time 5-6 years courses to areas such as West Wales, Observation, identification and survey Location: Glyntaff Campus, Iceland, and South Africa or Botswana. skills are key in the study of natural Pontypridd history, and this course has a strong practical field element for you to gain How you will study key skills in a wide range of ecological The focus is hands-on learning to environments. Recording animal and ensure you gain practical survey and I’ve always had a great interest plant behaviour is a further challenge research skills, and you will study in wildlife and conservation, to the natural historian, so our unique in new laboratories at our Glyntaff and studying these subjects in a course also provides optional modules campus. The degree also involves work Natural History setting has been in photography and video production. in adventurous field settings. Several modules are entirely fieldwork-based, fantastic. I have had a number Work-based learning is an important while others involve lectures and of incredible experiences to date, part of this course, which will improve laboratory work, usually with day-long for example, studying volcanoes your employability. These optional field excursions. Work placement and and visiting glaciers in Iceland. work placements last between four dissertation modules develop your As part of my work-based and six weeks in some of the world’s work-related skills and may involve learning module, I worked with most exciting wildlife locations, such organisations in various countries. hand-reared white rhino calves as Kenya, Malaysia, Australia, Ghana, and lion cubs in a rehabilitation Portugal and Poland (additional Career potential centre in Africa. The photography and filmmaking modules have costs apply). As well as international By graduation, you will have the enabled me to capture these experience, there are work placement professional skills to work for experiences. The course has given options with conservation bodies national parks, nature reserves, me a great range of practical skills in the UK. Valuable experience and environmental consultancies, national needed to gain employment and I skills from these placements will look and international wildlife bodies, would definitely recommend this impressive on your CV and improve national, regional or local government, course. your employability. utility companies, and regulatory agencies. Your analytical skills will give Christopher Lewis, you excellent prospects in research BSc (Hons) Natural History and policy development. You can even make wildlife films to gain career options in visual media and environmental education.
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BSc (Hons) Sociology (Major/Minor/Joint) 195 BA (Hons) Public Services 196 HND Public and Emergency Services 197
Related courses Criminology and Criminal Justice 79 Police Sciences 80
You can study Sociology in combination with other subjects: Sociology with Criminology 36 Sociology with Education 36 Sociology with Psychology 36
We offer Applied Social Sciences courses at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
194 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Sociology (Major / Minor / Joint) S
Sociology is a fascinating discipline that examines how society, culture, Services Public and Sociology law and policy can influence people’s actions and beliefs. This course will UCAS course code: Dependent challenge your views on topics debated in society, including substance on your subject combination – misuse, racism, commercial sex, sporting lifestyles, celebrity culture, social please contact the University conflict and globalisation. UCAS campus code: A
By studying another subject with In your final year, you can specialise Entry requirements: 280 UCAS Sociology, you can enhance your in areas that complement your career tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level understanding of what affects and aspirations. (see page 218) causes people’s behaviour. You can find As part of this course, there is the more information about combining Length: Full-time 3 years opportunity to study on an Erasmus courses on page 36. • Part-time 5-6 years exchange at a European university, or Study abroad option available Membership of the British Sociology at a partner university in the USA. The Association is open to students and new perspectives you will gain could Combination: Yes (see page 36) graduates of this course, so you will enhance your final grades and add an have direct access to the latest extra dimension to your CV. Location: Treforest Campus, developments in the field. Pontypridd How you will study On this course, you will be taught by You will learn through conventional staff who are advisers to UK, European lectures and seminars, but will also and international governments in areas conduct practical fieldwork and such as youth policy and local analysis. You will work on assignments, I definitely chose well in government. Staff also have high read about current topics and prepare deciding to study here. The skills I involvement with public sector, for seminars. Assessments include learnt at University have equipped charitable and government presentations, group and individual me well for my career, and many organisations, and many have strong projects, marked debates, surveys, of the modules I studied proved publication records, which will feed portfolios and manifestos, as well as not only interesting but really directly into your learning and give it essays and exams. relevant. There was a wide range an added distinction. of modules to choose from, as well as really supportive and Course content Career potential On this course, you will gain the skills inspirational lecturers − they Your first year contains core modules required to succeed in any role that managed to bring the subject that introduce key concepts in involves understanding, interpreting alive by organising field trips and sociology. Depending on whether you and analysing social behaviour. This talking about their research. choose the Major, Joint or Minor route, course will also develop your skills in you will study four, three or two of the Kelly Latimer, writing and communication, research, following: BSc (Hons) Sociology, information technology and Anti-Bullying Project Officer • Conflict, crisis and change • Youth: management; all transferable skills that New directions, new agendas • Doing employers value. social science research • Public affairs Graduates have entered a range of • Public services organisations • Poverty, rewarding careers that include inequality and social exclusion teaching, professional social work The second year has one core module, training, community and youth work, Sociology and State in the UK, and charity work, working in local optional modules. You will develop an authorities, or in police, prison, in-depth understanding of sociological probation, protection and victim theory and research methods, studying support services. Graduates can also topics such as violent conflict, sex, and progress to our postgraduate awards. youth and globalisation.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 195 196 S Sociology and Public Services around real-life data, examplesand presentations. isoftenbased Learning interactive andinvolvegroup workand seminars andworkshops,whichare You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy choice. on apublicservicesissueofyour complete anin-depthpieceofresearch organisation. Inyourfinalyear, youwill a publicorvoluntarysector which mayincludeaworkplacementin can takecareer planningmodules, To improve yourcareer prospects, you social sciencessuchascriminology. complementary modulesfrom other that interest youmost,orchoose services. You canalsospecialiseinareas strategy andleadershipinpublic organisation, publicaffairs, and include publicsectorlaw, publicservice essential theoriesandconcepts.These modules whereabout youwilllearn Each year, there are compulsory Course content employment market. give youanadvantageinthegraduate developing employabilityskillsthatwill Additionally, thecoursefocuseson situations youmayencounter. directly relevant totheworkplaceand This ensureswillbe thatwhatyoulearn the linkbetweentheoryandpractice. century. Akeyfeature ofyourstudiesis challenges theyfaceinthe21st these servicesoperateandthe On thiscourse,youwillexplore how or global level, this course will help you make your mark. day-to-day life in your local community, or make an impact at a nationalpolice, and fire and rescue services. If you want to make a differencecommunities to and the protection provided by the health service, the collection of our household refuse, to the regeneration of our Public services affect our day-to-day lives in many ways; from the BA (Hons)PublicServices University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. fresh andup-to-date. keepingthecourse what youwilllearn, work –theirresearch feedsdirectly into involved inresearch andconsultancy examinations. Ourstaff are actively studies, essays,projects and Assessment methodsincludecase well asvisitstopublicorganisations. speakers whoworkinthesector, as workplace. You willbenefitfrom guest that yourstudyremains relevant tothe community organisations,toensure case studiesfrom public,voluntaryand work aspartofateam. arguments, present information,and and interpret evidence,makereasoned the abilitytosolveproblems, evaluate environment, includingleadership skills, skills relevant tothepublic service By thetimeyougraduate,willhave Government. Health Service(NHS)andtheWelsh organisations, aswellintheNational successful careers withsuch organisations. Ourgraduateshavebuilt charities andnot-for-profit service, andlocalauthorities,aswell thehealth service, centralgovernment, These includethepoliceservice,fire career inawiderangeoforganisations. knowledge andskillsforarewarding Your studieswillgiveyouthe in thisexcitinganddiversesector. this coursewillprepare youforacareer employers inmanypartsoftheUK,and Public organisationsare thelargest Career potential
Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, • Part-time5years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS Did you know? UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:L430 star ‘worldleading’rating. excellent’, with5%gettingafour judged tobe‘internationally our publicservicesresearch was Exercise (RAE2008),90%of In thelatestResearch Assessment modules. from afantasticvarietyof country today. You canchoose issues thatare affecting the up-to-date sowegettostudy BA (Hons)PublicServices Poppy Clarke, Thecoursecontentisalways HND Public and Emergency Services S
We rely on public and emergency services not only for major disasters Services Public and Sociology such as tsunamis and earthquakes, but also more local concerns, such UCAS course code: 534L as anti-social behaviour in our community. The emergency services, UCAS campus code: A including the police, fire and rescue services, and armed forces, often Entry requirements: 140 UCAS work with other public services to plan for emergencies like a terrorist tariff points (see page 218) attack, or try to solve complex problems such as young people deliberately starting fires during school holidays. Additional criteria: Three This course will give you a strong In addition to the core modules, you GCSEs at grade C or above, practical and academic grounding in can choose options in line with your including Mathematics and the organisation, management and career aspirations. Popular choices English Language operation of public and emergency include Crime, Criminals and Victims, services. To enhance your employability, and Policing and Youth: New Length: Full-time 2 years you will have the chance to complete Directions, New Agendas. work placements, or work on projects Location: Treforest Campus, with public organisations of your How you will study Pontypridd choice. This will not only be impressive You will learn through a range of on your CV, but your experiences could methods, usually a combination of also improve your grades. lectures, seminars and workshops. At later stages of the course, you will have The course provided me with Course content the chance to work on projects, either a great opportunity to progress To ensure you have a good individually or in groups. Outside through the Fire Service. I have understanding of how public and activities are also built into the developed skills for management emergency services operate, all programme, as are visiting speakers roles which will give me the edge students take a number of core and project work. over other candidates. modules. These include Planning and Assessment methods vary and are Operations, where you will gain Ben Croxall, mainly coursework-based. Coursework practical skills and put your leadership HND Public and Emergency includes real-life projects, essays, group skills to the test on an expedition in the Services work, and presentations. Brecon Beacons. You will study how public and Career potential emergency services operate. To make Many of our graduates have used this your learning relevant to the course as a route into the police and workplace, you will have real-life fire services. It is also a valuable examples of current issues. You will qualification if you want a career in gain practical skills in planning and the ambulance service, the armed operational management modules, forces, prison and security services, where you can put your leadership and HM Customs and Excise, or community team-working skills to the test and service organisations. plan, prepare and carry out an outward bounds expedition in the Brecon If you successfully complete this course, Beacons National Park. you can also progress to the final year of the BA (Hons) Public Services degree Another exciting area is emergencies, at the University (see page 196). disasters and transport, where you will review how governments, emergency services and charities plan, co-ordinate and react to the aftermath of a disaster.
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BSc (Hons) Sports Studies 199 Foundation Degree Football Coaching and BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science 200 Performance 207 BSc (Hons) Sports Science and Rugby 201 BA (Hons) Sports Development 208 BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance 202 BA (Hons) Sport Management 209 BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Physiology and BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology 210 Rehabilitation 203
BSc (Hons) Rugby Coaching and Performance 204 Related courses BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance 205 Nutrition, Physical Activity and Community Health 135 Foundation Degree Rugby Coaching and Human Physiological Science 131 Performance 206
We offer Applied Social Sciences courses at our Caerleon campus in Newport too – see page 216 for details.
198 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BSc (Hons) Sports Studies S
Sports development provides you with the knowledge and insight into Sport a full range of sports provision. From grass roots community projects UCAS course code: C604 promoting active and healthy living to working with professional UCAS campus code: A athletes at the peak of their performance. Sport can transform lives and sports development helps inspire this change for the better. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level You will gain a sound understanding You can refine your practical sporting (see page 218) of several core sports and exercise skills and coaching techniques in our disciplines, including physiology, excellent new facilities at the Glyntaff Additional criteria: A-levels psychology, coaching and campus and our Sport Park. There are to include at least one science, development. Because you get to modules in strength and conditioning, or Mathematics, or Physical study these different disciplines, what psychology, critical reflection in Education, or Psychology, but you learn will be relevant to many the workplace, measurement and to exclude General Studies. A different areas – physical exercise, evaluation of human performance, satisfactory Enhanced Criminal sports coaching, sporting performance, sociology of sport, research methods, Records Bureau disclosure (no health, recreation, and sports paediatric exercise science, and physical offences are considered spent) is development, to name just a few. activity and health. An independent part of the entry requirements. study module in the final year means Throughout this course, we provide a you can conduct research in an area Length: Full-time 3 years strong practical and coaching theme of sport and exercise that interests you • Part-time 5-6 years – you can even gain valuable United most. Kingdom Coaching Certificates (UKCC), Foundation studies: Yes which will enhance your employability. How you will study The opportunity to achieve Level 1, You will study six modules a year. Every Location: Glyntaff Campus and and in some cases Level 2, national module has a lecture each week and Sport Park, Pontypridd governing body coaching awards and many have an additional two hours appropriate vocational skills in national of practical sport classes, tutorials, sports programmes, ensures you will laboratory or field-based learning. have the competitive edge when This may include measuring aerobic you graduate. fitness in the laboratory, or conducting I chose this course as it You will also benefit from the close a coaching session at one of the offered lots of experience of relationships we have developed with University’s indoor or outdoor sports coaching and helped to achieve providers of work placements, so venues. Assessment methods include my goal of being a school you will gain the skills that employers laboratory and work books, written PE teacher. I have gained an need – you can put your knowledge assignments, and written and practical endless amount of coaching into action and gain new skills. This exams. and teaching experience, experience will look impressive on your coaching qualifications and a CV and can help your grades in your Career potential well-rounded knowledge of final year. Our particular combination of practical sport. This University can offer sport, science, sports coaching, you a worthwhile degree and an Course content sports development and psychology amazing experience. Modules in coaching and sports means that a wide range of career Aimee Denning, development feature throughout the opportunities and postgraduate study BSc (Hons) Sports Studies degree, so you will develop the key options are available in the UK and skills that employers demand. You abroad. These may include teaching will study essential elements of sports and coaching, health science such science such as anatomy, exercise as fitness assessment and exercise physiology and nutrition, and will learn prescription, sports development, how to conduct tests that evaluate all sports promotion, or leisure aspects of physical fitness and health. management in the sports industry.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 199 200 S Sport much more. function, bloodlactate,and cardiac, vascularandrespiratory temperature, energyexpenditure, and anaerobic power, body variables, includingstrength, aerobic of physiologicalandperformance allow themeasurement ofavastarray Our superblyequippedlaboratories sports nutrition. health, paediatricexercise science, and conditioning, physicalactivityand environmental physiology, strength and psychology, biomechanics, physiology, sportandexercise include humananatomy, exercise study awiderangeofmodulesthat This courseprovides anopportunity to Course content performance. conditions onhumanathletic effect ofextreme environmental chamber, where youcanassessthe to workinourlargeenvironmental unique partofthiscourseisthechance nutrition orbiomechanicslaboratory. A your studytimeinthephysiology, so youcanexpecttospendmuchof vital partofsportandexercise science, Gaining thesekeyscientificskillsisa field-based practicalskills. as wellcore laboratoryand development ofessentialknowledge, evidence-based modulesfocusonthe human healthanddisease.These that considertheeffect ofexercise on elite performance,through tostudies aboutscientificinvestigationsinto learn academic staff. Asaresult, youwill extensive research activitiesofour Many modulesare basedonthe compete for graduate jobs. industry standards and requirements, giving you a head start when youand Exercise Science (BASES), which means that what you learn meets performance. This course is endorsed by the British Association of Sportif you have an interest in the science of sport, exercise and human This distinctive and highly-rated sport and exercise science degree is ideal BSc (Hons)SportandExercise Science University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. medicine ordietetics. programmes inphysiotherapy, or entered acceleratedtraining progressed topostgraduatestudy uniformed services.Manyhave the pharmaceuticalindustry, and physical activityandexercise referral, science, healthpromotion, community schools, collegesoruniversities,clinical sport andexercise science,teachingin disciplines andoccupations,including employment inawiderangeof Our graduateshavesuccessfullyfound Career potential practical examinations. assignments, andwritten laboratory andworkbooks,written science. Assessmentmethodsinclude of yourchoiceinsportandexercise significant research project inanarea encouraged andyoucancarryouta is Park. Independentlearning our Glyntaff campusandourSport laboratory practicalsinnewfacilitiesat of lectures, seminars,tutorialsand The courseistaughtthrough amixture How youwillstudy Science (BASES). Association ofSportandExercise is endorsedbytheBritish Accreditation: Thiscourse Sport Park,Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campusand Foundation studies:Yes • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years part oftheentryrequirements. offences are considered spent)is Records Bureau disclosure (no A satisfactoryEnhancedCriminal to excludeGeneralStudies. subject oraBgradeinPE,and include aCgradeinscience Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C600 engaging. classes, whichwere constantly through theoretical andpractical aspects ofsportandexercise alotaboutthedifferentme learn definitely recommend it. Ithelped degree wasgreat and I would Exercise Science BSc (Hons)Sportand May Lee, TheSportandExercise Science BSc (Hons) Sports Science and Rugby S
Rugby is a global sport, big business and more than just a game. As Sport fitness, nutrition and psychology become a vital part of performance, UCAS course code: C605 more and more skilled professionals are needed to help players reach UCAS campus code: A their full potential. So if you want to be part of the team behind the team, this specialist degree will help you get there. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Your studies will focus on the key sports nutrition, measurement and (see page 218) scientific principles that underpin evaluation of human performance, our knowledge of rugby. Over three coaching and performance in rugby, Additional criteria: A-levels to years, you will study the many factors sport psychology, biomechanics, include grade C or above in a that affect rugby performance, sports development, and strength and relevant science subject or grade including nutrition, physiology, conditioning. In your final year, you can B or above in PE, and to exclude coaching effectiveness, psychology and complete a dissertation on an aspect General Studies. A satisfactory notational analysis. This approach of rugby, such as player preparation or Enhanced Criminal Records will give you a unique scientific coaching analysis. Bureau disclosure (no offences are understanding of rugby football considered spent) is part of the and the laboratory skills needed to How you will study entry requirements. evaluate it. Sports science students enjoy new facilities at our Glyntaff campus and Length: Full-time 3 years Additionally, you can gain United our Sport Park. The course is taught • Part-time 5-6 years Kingdom Coaching Certificates through a mixture of lectures, seminars, (UKCC), Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) tutorials, directed learning, laboratory Foundation studies: Yes coaching qualifications (Tag, Rugby sessions, and field practicals, which Ready, Level 1 and 2) and the UKCC include community placements with Location: Glyntaff Campus and Welsh Rugby League (Leaders and the Cardiff Blues and Newport Gwent Sport Park, Pontypridd Level 1) awards. You can also Dragons professional rugby regions. achieve other recognised coaching Assessment varies per module, The University works in qualifications, such as Speed Agility including exams, coursework, and partnership with many Quickness (SAQ) Fundamental field-based practicals. organisations, including: Movement Skills, and Strength and Conditioning awards. Career potential There are invaluable work experience By the time you graduate, you will opportunities in community rugby have the skills and experience for a development and professional rugby, rugby-related career, including scientific or you can spend a year in the support, coaching, management, workplace between years two and teaching, marketing, and rugby three to improve your employability. development, or a career in the health, I enjoyed the nature and This practical experience will look great medical, sports development and balance of the course content, on your CV and could enhance your leisure industries. which was varied between final year grades. A number of overseas academic and practical elements. coaching work placements are also Being encouraged to challenge available with USA Rugby. myself, improve my self- confidence and develop a diverse Course content array of skills and experience, As well as studying the key areas of were specific strengths of sports science, sports development the course. and coaching, you can study specialist Stuart Jarvis, modules designed to meet your BSc (Hons) Sports Science interest in rugby football. These include and Rugby human anatomy, exercise physiology, principles of coaching, human and
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 201 202 S Sport exercise science. evaluation, sportnutrition,and sport psychology, fitness testing and conditioning, performanceanalysis, of sportsciencesuchasstrength and Additionally, youcanstudy keyareas practice andthecoachingprocess. including anexaminationofcoaching you drawonkeycoachingprinciples, Course contentisdesignedsothat Course content possibly Level3awards. you cangainUKCCLevel1,2and sport coachingpathwayyouchoose, with Welsh Netball.Depending onthe complete acomprehensive placement Level 1and2coachingawards and UK CoachingCertificates(UKCC) pathway, youwillworktowards their decide totakethenetballcoaching and athletics.Forexample,ifyou squash, badminton,tennis,gymnastics cricket, hockey, netball,swimming, pathways inthefollowingsports: so youcanfollowspecialistcoaching bodies, number ofnationalgoverning Work placementsare supportedbya knowledge andpractice. this coursetodeveloptheircoaching their chosensportandwillapplyfor to already beacompetentcoachin your coaching.We expectapplicants a valuableopportunitytopractise or performancecoaching,whichoffer roles, includingcommunity, schools Placements couldinvolveavarietyof skills, andaworkplacementmodule. with children, fundamentalmovement and evaluation,coaching,working performance analysis,fitnesstesting areas ofstudyonthiscourse,including You canenjoyexcitingandinteresting qualifications, to enhance your employability when you graduate. study for academic qualifications while also completing UKCC coaching national governing bodies (NGB). It offers the unique opportunity to profession. It has been designed in consultation with a number of This degree is for students who want a career in the sports coaching BSc (Hons)SportsCoaching andPerformance University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. the costofyourcoachingawards. you willbeexpectedtocontribute awards willbesubsidised.However, possible, thecostofUKCCcoaching hours ofcoachingexperience.Where a Level2UKCCaward andatleast300 graduate from thiscoursewithatleast by therelevant NGB.Allstudentswill ability inyourchosenfield,supported NGB). You willdevelopyourcoaching (possibly Level3dependingonthe UKCC Level1and2coachingawards modules thatwillallowyoutogain You willfollowdistinctsportscoaching physical education teacher. conditioning, orfurther studyasa in sportsdevelopment,strength and graduates willhavetheskillstowork or communitycoach.Alternatively, participant coach,performance variety ofroles, whichcouldinclude a career insportscoachinga This degree willprepare youfor Career potential written andpracticalexaminations. workbooks, writtenassignments,and methods includelaboratoryreports and body.national governing Assessment support inyourchosensportfrom the involve aplacementandmentor A significantamountofstudywill performance. in anarea ofsportcoaching and carry outasignificant research project isencouragedandyoucan learning and ourSportPark.Independent new facilitiesatourGlyntaff campus in coaching, andwork-basedlearning laboratory practicals,practical mixture oflectures, seminars,tutorials, The courseistaughtthrough a How youwillstudy national governing bodies: national governing Skills Active,andthefollowing endorsed bySportsCoachUK, Accreditation: Thisdegree is Sport Park,Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campusand • Sandwich4years • Part-time4-5years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) be invitedforinterview. considered spent).Applicantsmay is required (nooffences are Criminal Records Bureau disclosure interview. AsatisfactoryEnhanced will beexpectedtoattendan coaching award. Allstudents expected tohaveaUKCCLevel1 levels. Insomecases,youwillbe coaching practiceatavarietyof will beexpectedtoevidence to excludeGeneralStudies.You subject oraBgradeinPE,and include aCgradeinscience Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C612 BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Physiology S and Rehabilitation*
This course provides the qualifications and skills for a career as a specialist Sport exercise instructor and clinical exercise professional, working to help UCAS course code: Please those for whom exercise will be of benefit. contact the University UCAS campus code: A By graduation, you will be ready for Course content a career as a professional who is a Throughout the course you will study Entry requirements: 320 UCAS specialist in designing, delivering and the following subjects: tariff points, eg, ABB at A-level evaluating exercise programmes for • Anatomy • Physiology, exercise (see page 218) people with a range of clinical physiology and clinical exercise conditions. These include people Additional criteria: Significant physiology • Immunology and with high blood pressure, diabetes, experience and qualifications that haematology • Pathophysiology cardiovascular disease, cancer give membership of the Register • Research methods and statistics and obesity. of Exercise Professionals may also • Public health and health promotion be considered. The course also includes a public health • Biomechanics • Exercise psychology and behaviour modification • Exercise dimension, so you will understand the Length: Full-time 3 years prescription • Ethics, governance and importance of physical activity in the • Part-time: 5-6 years prevention of chronic disease and the client confidentiality • Cardiac and promotion of good health and pulmonary rehabilitation • Location: Glyntaff Campus, well being. Resuscitation and life support Pontypridd • Clinical placement You will study exercise testing and training in the prevention and How you will study *Subject to validation. management of cardiovascular, You will learn through lectures, pulmonary and metabolic disease, seminars, laboratory investigations and neurologic and orthopaedic conditions, assessments, clinical placements and mental health, and cancer, as well as work-based learning. Assessment special cases such as pregnancy and involves a combination of laboratory- childhood. You will also study research based investigations, traditional written methods, statistics, nutrition, assignments, examinations, oral psychology and behaviour, and presentations and critical reflection of complete a substantial clinical your clinical placement. placement. To enhance your employability, your Career potential studies will provide a balance between This degree will be one of the first of its academic rigour and industry-standard kind in the UK to be aligned with the qualifications. Course content meets requirements to become a specialist the standards required for membership exercise instructor and clinical exercise of the UK Register of Exercise specialist. It also prepares you for Professionals as a Level 4 Specialist specialist employment in the exercise Exercise Instructor, which is the highest industry, in public health and health vocational qualification for exercise promotion, or further academic study. professionals in the UK. It also meets The ACSM vocational qualifications are the certification standards of the internationally recognised. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), so graduates can gain an internationally recognised qualification of the highest standard.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 203 204 S Sport applied sportscience techniquesand you willgainskillsandexperiencein To supportyour coachingabilities, awards. are alsoonoffer, asare rugbyleague refereesyear two.International awards first year, andUKCC/WRU Level2in Rugby, RugbyReadyandLevel1inthe involve completionofUKCC/WRUTag Specific rugbycoachingmodules Course content UK andUSA. professional rugbyorganisations inthe bodiesand clubs, nationalgoverning placements withprofessional rugby – thisincludespaidandvoluntary athomeandabroadbased learning knowledge andskillsthrough work- These linksenableyoutoapplyyour America, andWales RugbyLeague. Play RugbyUSA,UKElite,Elite Development Teams, USARugby, include RhonddaCynonTaf Sports a uniqueexperience.Keypartners development officers,toprovide coach educators,andcommunity Blues andNewportGwentDragons Coach EducationManagers,Cardiff designed inconsultationwithWRU rugby regions inWales, andhasbeen Rugby Union(WRU)andprofessional The courseissupportedbytheWelsh this field. knowledge foremploymentin that graduateshavetheskillsand Active. Ithasbeendesignedtoensure endorsed bySportsCoachUKandSkills related sub-disciplines.Thisdegree is all aspectsofyouthcoachingand UKCC coachingawards, whilestudying opportunity togainindustry-recognised This degree provides aunique professionals is needed to help rugby players reach their full potential.vital part of performance, an ever-increasing workforce of skilledteam and individual player analysis, nutrition and psychology become a As strength and conditioning, coaching and performance, fitness testing, BSc (Hons)Rugby Coaching andPerformance University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. and fitnesstestingevaluation. conditioning, performanceanalysis, include sportpsychology, strength and coaching-related disciplines,which leisure industries. medical, sportsdevelopment,and development, oracareer inthehealth, analysis, teaching,marketingandrugby sports development,notational conditioning, performancecoaching, sport sciencesupport,strength and a rugby-related career, including have theskillsandexperiencefor By thetimeyougraduate,will Career potential based practicals. including exams,coursework,andfield- Assessment variespermodule, USA RugbyandPlayUSA. coaching rugbyinAmerica,workingfor have gainedinvaluableexperience development officers.Manystudents officers, andlocalauthorityrugby and GwentDragonsdevelopment placements bytheWRU,Cardiff Blues You willbesupportedinyourwork mentoring programme. weekly tutorialsandacomprehensive environments. Thisismanagedthrough programme inarangeofperformance will completeawork-basedlearning work. Inyearstwoandthree, you delivery inthefield,andlaboratory of thegame,seminars,practical based lectures toexplore thetheory You through willlearn classroom- How youwillstudy UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C611 organisations, including: partnership withmany The Universityworksin and SkillsActive. endorsed bySportsCoachUK Accreditation: Thisdegree is Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campus, • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years the UKCCAwards where itcan. endeavours toreduce thecostof However, theUniversity responsibility ofthestudent. coursesisthe any external Please notethatthecostof is required. offences are considered spent) Records Bureau disclosure (no satisfactory EnhancedCriminal to excludeGeneralStudies.A subject oraBgradeinPE,and include aCgradeinscience Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and Performance S
Football is a fast-growing industry that requires professionals in Sport specialist areas. This degree will give you the skills, experience and UCAS course code: C610 contacts to work in the football industry, whether as a coach, or a UCAS campus code: A member of backroom staff providing sport science support, strength and conditioning advice, or performance analysis. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level Our course also provides a unique How you will study (see page 218) opportunity to gain industry-recognised In years two and three, you will UKCC coaching awards, while studying complete a work-based learning Additional criteria: A-levels to all aspects of youth coaching and programme that is managed through include a C grade in a science related sub-disciplines. This degree is weekly tutorials and a comprehensive subject or a B grade in PE, and endorsed by Sports Coach UK and mentoring programme. This allows to exclude General Studies. Skills Active. you to experience a range of A satisfactory Enhanced Criminal performance environments, including Records Bureau disclosure (no We designed course content with coaching, strength and conditioning, offences considered spent) a number of professional clubs, fitness testing of performance, and is required. The University including Cardiff City Football Club performance analysis. There are endeavours to reduce the cost and the Football Association of Wales opportunities to coach in America with of the UKCC Awards where (FAW), to identify the type of skills UK Elite during the summer months, possible, although students may and qualities that are required to work subject to interview. be responsible for a contribution in professional football clubs and/or to the award. national governing bodies. You will conduct most of your work in new facilities at our Sport Park, Length: Full-time 3 years Course content which is designed to support a high- • Part-time 5-6 years To ensure you graduate with the skills performance coaching environment. and knowledge for employment in Students will receive appropriate sports Location: Glyntaff Campus and this profession, you will gain in-depth kit at no extra cost. Sport Park, Pontypridd knowledge of coaching young players, academically and vocationally. You Career potential Accreditation: This degree is will have many opportunities to work By the time you graduate, you will endorsed by Sports Coach UK with high-performance coaches, sport have key scientific knowledge and and Skills Active. scientists and performance analysts. significant practical experience that You will also study towards your will look impressive on your CV. This FAW C Certificate and UEFA B Licence. degree can lead to careers as a football Studying football tactics and strategies development officer, academy coach, will be a part of completing the performance analyst, strength and UEFA B Licence. conditioning coach, sport scientist, The University works in physical education teacher, or in the partnership with many You will get to apply the theory you armed forces. organisations, including: learn in the classroom by working with professional clubs and coaches on work placements. These include Cardiff City Football Club, Swansea City Athletic Football Club, the Welsh Football Trust, and the FAW.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 205 206 S Sport Level 2qualifications. leader, Rugby Ready, Level1and modules includeUKCCWRU‘Tag’ development. Specificrugbycoaching performance analysis,andsports and conditioning,match including sportpsychology, strength You willcoverallkeyareas ofcoaching, Course content rugby unions. bodies suchastheCanadaandUSA overseas withnationalgoverning well asmanycoachingopportunities Sports Developmentdepartment,as RFC, andRhonddaCynonTaf (RCT) Play RugbyUSA,UKElite,Pontypridd Cardiff Blues, Newport Gwent Dragons, organisations, includingtheWRU, We havepartnershipswith many fitness testing. coaching, rugbydevelopment,and weoffer,learning includinghands-on career potentialisthework-based Level 1awards. Anotherboosttoyour UKCC RugbyLeagueLeadersand opportunity togainyourexternal qualifications. There isalsoan Ready courses,andWRULevel12 (UKCC), WRU‘Tag’ leaderandRugby UKCoachingCertificate the external You willhavetheopportunitytogain skills andaninsightintoacoach’s role. your employability, youwillgainvital As partofthecourseandtoimprove and coaching. what ittakestosucceedatplaying to giveyoupracticalexperienceof Many modulesare setintheworkplace for arewarding career intheindustry. practical, technicalandanalyticalskills This meanswecangiveyoutheright Blues, andNewportGwentDragons. Welsh RugbyUnion(WRU),Cardiff rugby professionals, includingthe It wasdesignedinconsultationwith academic and coaching qualifications together. professionals at all levels. This course is a unique opportunity to studyThe rugby industry is growing and it needs more and more coaching and Performance Foundation DegreeRugby Coaching University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. the University. Coaching andPerformanceat Performance orBSc(Hons)Rugby year ofBSc(Hons)SportsCoachingand Graduates couldalsoaccessthethird services. armed forces, andtheemergency personal fitnessinstructor, teaching, strength andconditioning coach, coach, sportsdevelopmentofficer, rugby developmentofficer, community academy coachinaprofessional club, number ofrelated areas. Theseinclude develop skillsforemploymentina coaching awards, thiscourse will experience andindustry-recognised As wellasinvaluablepractical Career potential field-based practicals. include exams,coursework,and Assessments varypermoduleand New York andIndiana. by workingoverseasinplacessuchas students cangaintheircoachinghours the NorthWales Crusaders. Some coaching placementsare availablewith schools. Rugbyleaguecommunity community coachinginsecondary Blues/Newport GwentDragons/RCT through WRUinitiativesandCardiff 400 hoursofwork-basedlearning In yeartwo,youwillcompleteupto coaching inprimaryschools. Coach anddevelopnon-contactrugby Gwent DragonsCommunityRugby can becomeaCardiff BluesorNewport laboratory practicals.Inyearone,you practical experienceinthefieldand lectures andseminars,withplentyof You through willlearn classroom-based How youwillstudy organisations, including: partnership withmany The Universityworksin and SkillsActive. endorsed bySportsCoachUK Accreditation: Thisdegree is Sport Park,Pontypridd Location: Glyntaff Campusand • Part-time3-4years Length: Full-time2years the UKCCAwards where possible. endeavours toreduce thecostof However, theUniversity responsibility ofthestudent. coursesisthe external Please notethecostofany is partoftheentryrequirements. (no offences are considered spent) Criminal Records Bureau disclosure Studies. AsatisfactoryEnhanced eg, Biology, butexcludeGeneral include arelevant sciencesubject, Additional criteria:A-levelsmust tariff points(seepage218) Entry requirements: 160UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:CX61
Foundation Degree Football Coaching S and Performance
This course is a fantastic opportunity if you want to work as a coach or Sport sports development officer in the football industry. The course is UCAS course code: CX69 supported by the Professional Footballer’s Association (PFA) and League UCAS campus code: A Football Education (LFE), and has been designed in consultation with the Welsh Football Trust and Cardiff City Football Club to provide a unique Entry requirements: 160 UCAS experience. tariff points (see page 218)
Our partnerships mean that what you How you will study Additional criteria: Level 1 in learn meets industry standards and You will learn through classroom- football coaching or equivalent requirements, giving you an advantage based lectures and seminars, as well foundation level football coaching when you apply for jobs. While as practical learning in the field and qualification from a football offering invaluable practical coaching laboratories. In the second year, you National Governing Body. A-levels experience and industry-recognised will complete up to 300 hours of to exclude General Studies. A coaching awards, the course also coaching (ie, work-based learning) to satisfactory Enhanced Criminal develops skills that will help you gain give you vital skills for a career in the Records Bureau disclosure (no employment in a number of sports coaching, health and fitness, and offences are considered spent) is related areas. sports development industries. part of the entry requirements. Work-based learning is an important There is a range of assessment Length: Full-time 2 years part of this course and you can earn methods, including laboratory • Part-time 3-4 years coaching certificates at the same workbooks, written assignments, time as your academic qualification. presentations, and written exams. You can develop a coaching profile Location: Glyntaff Campus and Sport Park, Pontypridd and gain your Football Association Career potential of Wales (FAW) Level 2 (UEFA C) and You can enter a number of careers Level 3 (UEFA B) coaching licences. when you graduate, such as an Accreditation: This degree is For an insight into the world of academy coach at a professional endorsed by Sports Coach UK and professional coaching, work placement football club, football development Skills Active. opportunities exist with Cardiff City officer, football in the community Football Club, Swansea City Athletic coach, sports development officer, Football Club Centre of Excellence, strength and conditioning coach or FAW Trust, local authority sports personal fitness instructor. You could development departments, and primary even enter other careers such as the The University works in or secondary schools. Summer paid armed forces or emergency services. partnership with many placements exist in the USA with UK organisations, including: Elite, or with Cardiff City Football Club. On successful completion of this Foundation Degree, and subject to Course content meeting the entry requirements, you You will cover all the key areas of can access the third year of BSc (Hons) coaching, including sport psychology, Sports Coaching and Performance strength and conditioning, sports or BSc (Hons) Football Coaching and development, and match and Performance at the University. performance analysis. Specific football coaching modules involve completion of FAW Level 2 (UEFA C) licence in year one and Level 3 (UEFA B) licence in year two.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 207 208 S Sport paid employment. module, andtheotherhalfwillbe assessed towards theEmployability partners. Halfofthisworkwillbe work withthelocalauthorityandother on theUnit’s Board ofDirectors and lecturers andindustryprofessionals sit Development EnterpriseUnit.Students, established anindependentSports To enhancestudents’skills,wehave the communityandschools. also completeplacementsorprojects in market. Inyearstwoandthree, youwill increasingly competitivegraduate jobs make youmore employable inan consider workinginindustry, asitwill a partneremployer. Itisimportantyou and undertakeaworkplacementwith interests youthrough adissertation, You canspecialiseinanarea that of participants. develop yourdeliveryskillswitharange sports policy. Coachingmodules provision, andevaluatinginternational importance ofcommunitysport barriers tosportsparticipation,the coaching modules.Topics include a numberofsportsdevelopmentand Throughout thisdegree, youwillstudy Course content awards. Bodycoaching of NationalGoverning UK, youcanalsogainanumber professionals. Through SportsCoach key skillsidentifiedbyindustry which ensures ourgraduateshave Standards forsportsdevelopment, It includestheNationalOccupation placements inschoolsandsportsclubs. skills andundertakecommunity practice, soyouwilldevelopcoaching This degree integratestheorywith sports development helps inspire this change for the better. athletes at the peak of their performance. Sport can transform lives andpromoting active and healthy living, to working with professional a full range of sports provision; from grass roots community projectsSports development provides you with the knowledge and insight into BA (Hons)SportsDevelopment University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. people’s lives. skills canmakeapositivedifference to inclusion, sothere are manywaysyour part inhealth,education,andsocial sports developmentplaysanimportant careers outsidethesportsindustry– organisations. There are alsomany sports agencies,orprofessional sports employed bylocalauthorities,national private sectors.Graduatescouldbe opportunities are growing inpublicand This isarapidlyexpandingsector, so key contacts. gain invaluableexperienceandmake excellent linksthrough which youcan module inyearthree, and we have There isanoptionalworkplacement of skillsforworkinthesportsindustry. course provide thecomplete portfolio additional qualificationsaspartofthe The inclusionofvocationalskillsand experience toenhanceemployability. We emphasisetheimportanceofwork Career potential appropriate kitatnoextracost. Park. Allstudentswillreceive three, youwillbebasedatourSport in yearone,andthenyearstwo You willstudyatourTreforest campus by constructiveguidanceandfeedback. approach, andisalwaysaccompanied built onacreative andinnovative sessions andsitevisits.Assessmentis lectures, tutorials,practicalcoaching You through willlearn amixture of developments inthesportsindustry. gives youaccesstothelatest led teachingintheclassroom, which a teamofexpertsdeliveringresearch- As wellaspracticalexperience,there is How youwillstudy Physical Activity(CIMSPA) for theManagementofSportand Accreditation: Chartered Institute Sport Park,Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campusand Foundation studies:Yes • Part-time6years Length: Full-time3years you startthecourse. Records Bureau (CRB)checkwhen required tocompleteaCriminal Additional criteria:You willbe (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:N900 of grassroots golf. Wales, through thedevelopment Cuplegacyin to delivertheRyder various communities. I am helping sport andphysicalactivityin a trueideaofhowtodevelop These experienceshavegivenme Co-ordinator forCardiff Council. becoming theGolfDevelopment contributing factortosuccessfully sports developmentunitwasa BA (Hons) Sports Development Stuart Finlay, Myplacementwiththelocal BA (Hons) Sport Management S
During this decade, the UK will have played host to some of the world’s Sport largest sporting events, including the 2010 Ryder Cup, the London 2012 UCAS course code: N222 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth UCAS campus code: A Games, and the 2015 Rugby World Cup. Entry requirements: 280 UCAS A business-related sports degree How you will study tariff points, eg, BBC at A-level provides a great opportunity to launch The course is delivered through (see page 218) into this dynamic industry. Our degree lectures, tutorials, practical workshops, offers a unique combination of sport site visits and guest speakers. Additional criteria: You will be and business modules, giving you the Assessments will test the knowledge required to complete a Criminal ability to manage the business of sport. and skills you need to work in this Records Bureau (CRB) check when demanding industry. These involve you start the course. Employability and enterprise are at the essays, reports, presentations, heart of this degree. There are Length: Full-time 3 years organising events, and developing numerous opportunities to put theory • Part-time 6 years • Sandwich strategic plans. into practice through work placements 4 years and module activities – you can even You will be based at Treforest campus, put your sport business ideas into though some teaching will be at our Location: Treforest Campus motion. To boost your employability, Sport Park. We use this first-class and Sport Park, Pontypridd there are vocational qualifications facility for practical classes and as a available to complement your degree working sports environment, where Accreditation: Chartered Institute study. The University is also a Skills you can apply the principles of for the Management of Sport and Development partner of the Chartered operational sports management. Physical Activity (CIMSPA) Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), the Paid work is available in the University’s professional body of the sport industry. sports facilities, helping to run our summer sports camps, or you could Course content spend a summer in the USA with Camp America. You could also choose a You will study topics that include the sandwich placement, or even study benefits of sport and physical activity, abroad. We have excellent links with a the commercial sports market, and the I chose this course because variety of organisations, while the organisations involved in developing I’m interested in sport and you optional employability module in year sports policy in the UK and get lots of experience for the three develops your networking skills internationally. You will also learn workplace. The good thing is with industry. about key disciplines required to that you get to mix with other manage sport, including marketing, business students who have finance, human resources and strategic Career potential different specialist areas – it’s planning. There is also emphasis on the This course is designed to equip you useful to know about these management and delivery of sports with specific skills and knowledge to things because it’s another string events, an increasingly important gain employment in the wider sports to your bow and will help you in aspect of the industry. management field, including the long run. professional sport. Further job In your final year, we recommend you opportunities include sports Nathan Rees, take a work placement with a partner development, sports marketing and BA (Hons) Sport Management employer such as the Welsh promotion, facility management, Government, a national governing sports events, and many other areas of body, a local authority, or a private the physical activity and leisure sector health and fitness club. A management industry. placement is an excellent opportunity to apply the theory you learn in the classroom to the real world, which can enhance your employability in an increasingly competitive graduate market. 08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 209 210 S Sport Exercise Science. areas ofPsychology, andSport you canchoosemodulesfrom other and toimprove youremployability, all-round understandingof thefield dissertation undersupervision.Foran You willalsocompleteanin-depth practical issuesinsportpsychology. and considerthelatesttheoretical and You canspecialiseinyourfinalyear your choice. Sport andExercise Science moduleof in more depthandfeatures asecond Your secondyearexplores theseareas a SportandExercise Sciencemodule. study Introductory Physiology, whichis methods andstatistics.You willalso and individualdifferences, andresearch developmental psychology, learning biological, cognitive,socialand introduction tosportpsychology, In yourfirstyear, youwillgainan Course content Exercise Psychologist. to qualifyasaChartered Sportand practice (Stage2training)are needed (Stage 1training)andsupervised Further studyatpostgraduatelevel qualification asasportpsychologist. Society, whichisthefirststageof previously knownasGBR)withthe Basis forChartered Membership(GBC, been designedtoprovide Graduate fast-developing field.Thecoursehas opportunity tobeginyourcareer inthis accredited degree isanexciting This BritishPsychologicalSociety psychology as you progress. study the main areas of psychology and specialise in aspects of sport how lifestyle issues can influence wellbeing and performance. Youaffect will the behaviour of individuals, teams or organisations in sport,Sport and psychology seeks to understand the psychological factors that BSc (Hons)SportPsychology University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. outside sportandexercise psychology. secure arewarding career insideor highly byemployersandwillhelpyou numeracy andteamwork,are valued presentations, report writing,IT, problem solving,communication and profession. Theseskills,such as developing skillsyoucanuseinany also understandtheimportanceof with asportpsychologydegree. We career opportunitiesopen to students There isawiderangeofexcellent Career potential involved insomeoftheclinic’s work. undergraduate studentscanalsoget postgraduate opportunities,and support ourwiderangeof interventions. Theclinicactivities the public,includingsportpsychology wide rangeofpsychologicalservicesto the firstinaUKuniversitytooffer a facilities, theSchoolofPsychologyis In additiontoourexcellentteaching in Europe, Australia,andtheUSA. opportunities foroverseasexchanges into practice.There are even your employabilityandputskills athletes inyourfinalyeartoimprove laboratories. You willworkwith skills youwillgaininourpurpose-built on research methodsandthepractical appropriate. We placeclearemphasis and toleadpresentations where to workindependentlyandingroups, presentations. You willbeencouraged workshops, tutorialsandguest seminars, andpracticalclasses, You through willlearn lectures, How youwillstudy Psychological Society(BPS) Accreditation: British Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, Foundation studies:Yes Study abroad optionavailable • Part-time5-6years Length: Full-time3years exclude GeneralStudies Additional criteria:A-levelsto (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A UCAS coursecode:C601 at amajorfootballclub. professional sportpsychologist term ambitionistoworkasa psychology foundations.Mylong- helped meestablishmysport interesting. Thecoursehas It wasreally excitingand them bettertheirperformance. intervention planthatwouldhelp and subsequentlydevelopan athletes, observethemintraining the opportunitytointerview BSc (Hons)SportPsychology Gabriella Pereira, Inthefinalyear, wewere given Surveying and Property S Surveying and Property and Surveying
BSc (Hons) Project Management (Surveying) 212 BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management 213
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08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 211 212 S Surveying and Property development onqualification. work towards continuousprofessional experiences, whichwillhelpyouto apply criticalthinkingtoyour workplace. You howto willalsolearn solving skillsthatare relevant tothe studies, whichwilldevelopproblem- examples from industry-based case You studieswillinvolvepractical course. construction industryaspartofyour ‘sandwich’ yearworkinginthe We recommend thatyouspenda from thelatestresearch inthisarea. and refurbishment projects, andbenefit practice andprocedure fornewbuild You willstudyproject management career inconstructionandsurveying. graduate withtherightskillsfora employers’ needs,andensure you links helpustailorourcoursestomeet Our strong industrialandcommercial of RICS. towards corporatemembership manager surveyor, andcanwork begin agraduatecareer asaproject have theabilitiesandconfidenceto you graduatefrom thisdegree, youwill associated environmental issues.When land, property, constructionandthe leading professional qualificationin (RICS), whichprovides theworld’s Institution ofChartered Surveyors Our degree isaccredited bytheRoyal knowledge andpracticalskills. industry, through developingyour contracting sectorsoftheconstruction development, publicsectorand management roles intheconsultant, This courseprepares youforproject feasibility and design stages, through to construction and handover.usually involved with a project throughout its lifecycle; from earlyProject Management Surveyors, unlike many other professions, are BSc (Hons)Project Management(Surveying) University ofSouthWales. CardiffandPontypridd. become self-employed. organisations,or local government construction companies,centraland private practice,property departments, and internationally. You couldworkin opportunities inthisfield,nationally There are variousemployment a successfulandrewarding career. will havetheskillsandqualificationsfor decades. Bythetimeyougraduate, industry-ready graduatesfor overthree We haveaproud historyofdeveloping Career potential exercises thatusereal-life scenarios. coursework andproblem-based Assessments involveexaminations, and completeproject work. independently toprepare forclasses tutorials. You willalsowork combination oflectures, seminarsand You willbetaughtthrough a How youwillstudy finance •Constructionmanagement project 3•Project managementand • ConstructionlawIntegrating technology •Dissertation experience (optional)•Sustainable • Research elective•Supervisedwork buildings •Designeconomics planning andcontrol •Managementof • ContractmanagementProject technology 2•Integratingproject 2 • Integratingproject 1•Construction management practiceandprocedure practice andprocedure •Project environment law 1 • Quantity surveying • ConstructiontechnologyBuilt • Builtenvironment economics You willstudythefollowingmodules: Course content Chartered Surveyors(RICS) Accreditation: RoyalInstitutionof Pontypridd Location: Treforest Campus, • Sandwich4years • Part-time5years • Part-time(post-HNC)3-4years Length: Full-time3years Sandwich: Yes (seepage10) (see page218) tariff points,eg,BBCatA-level Entry requirements: 280UCAS UCAS campuscode:A • SandwichK292 UCAS coursecode:K290 BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and S Commercial Management
On this course, you will develop skills to manage the range of tasks Property and Surveying involved in a construction project, learn how to take responsibility for UCAS course code: K242 financial planning and be able to overcome the challenges quantity • Sandwich K243 surveyors encounter in their work. This course is accredited by the Royal UCAS campus code: A Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), which means that successful Entry requirements: 260 UCAS completion is a route to RICS professional membership. tariff points, eg, BCC at A-level Course content Career potential (see page 218) What you learn on this degree is By the time you graduate, you will directly relevant to industry practice have the skills and qualifications for Sandwich: Yes (see page 10) and standards. You will gain an a successful and rewarding career awareness of current industry in quantity surveying and asset Length: Full-time 3 years initiatives, such as PFI, strategic management. • Part-time (post-HNC) 3-4 years partnering, target cost contracts, and • Sandwich 4 years There are various employment open-book accounting environments. opportunities in this field, nationally Foundation studies: Yes The course includes a project in each and internationally. You could work in year of study. These are delivered in private practice, property departments, Location: Treforest Campus, partnership with local employers and construction and development Pontypridd involve real-life case studies, which will companies, or with government help you develop the right skills for organisations. You will also have Accreditation: Royal Institution of the workplace. the right technical, legal, economic Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and management skills for a career As part of the course, we encourage managing finance in construction our students to spend a sandwich year projects. in industry in a quantity surveying role. During this work placement year, you will get hands-on experience that will make you a more attractive candidate to graduate employers and will help I am studying at the University, inform your studies when you return as well as working for a small/ for the final year. medium contractor based in Swansea. The course is split into How you will study modules that concentrate on Full-time students spend 12-15 hours measurement, construction and each week in lectures, seminars and management, which are the key tutorials, usually over two or three full skills required when working days. If you choose part-time study, you as a quantity surveyor. I have will attend University on one full day found that studying and working each week for five years. You will also in the industry is the perfect spend time working on presentations, complement to my university assignments, reading, and problem- studies, as my understanding of solving exercises. Assessment is topics and what is expected from through a mixture of coursework me in my job role has increased and examinations. significantly. I have found that this combination has made my first job in industry easier and my time at university more enjoyable.
Gareth Dagless, BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 213 W Welsh Welsh
BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Cymraeg Proffesiynol (Prif-bwnc) 215
You can study Welsh in combination with other subjects:
Professional Welsh with Education 36 Professional Welsh with English 36 Professional Welsh with History 36 Professional Welsh with TESOL 36 Ysgoloriaethau
Related courses Gall ymgeiswyr i’r pwnc Astudiaethau Cymraeg English and Creative Writing courses 107 Proffesiynol wneud cais ar gyfer dau fath o ysgoloriaeth; un gan y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol ac un gan y Brifysgol. Mae’r Brifysgol yn cynnig pum gwobr gwerth £1,000 i fyfyrwyr sy’n dymuno astudio o leiaf un modiwl y flwyddyn trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. I wybod mwy ewch i’n gwefan neu dudalen 34.
214 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Cymraeg W Proffesiynol (Prif-bwnc)
Mae mwy a mwy o alw am y Gymraeg yn y byd gwaith yng Nghymru. Welsh Mae cwrs Astudiaethau Cymraeg Proffesiynol yn canolbwyntio’n gryf ar Cod UCAS: Dibynnu ar yr is-bwnc gyflwyno sgiliau iaith yn benodol er mwyn sicrhau y bydd myfyrwyr yn – cysyllta â’r Brifysgol medru ymdopi â gofynion y gweithle, ar yr un pryd â datblygu sgiliau Cod campws UCAS: A academaidd cryf. Gofynion mynediad: 260 Bydd yn bosibl gwneud Astudiaethau Sut byddwch yn astudio pwyntiau UCAS, ee, BCC ar gyfer Cymraeg Proffesiynol yn brif-bwnc Cynhelir pob darlith, gweithdy a lefel-A (gweler tudalen 218) neu’n is-bwnc, felly gallwch gyfuno’r seminar yn y Gymraeg, a bydd rhai Gymraeg â phwnc arall, gan gadw a modiwlau yn cynnig profiad gwaith Amodau ychwanegol: Gradd gwella eich sgiliau iaith a rhoi mantais mewn gweithle sy’n defnyddio’r C o leiaf yn y Gymraeg, ond ychwanegol i chi wrth i chi chwilio Gymraeg. Bydd gan bob modiwl elfen rydym yn derbyn ymgeiswyr iaith am swydd. o waith cwrs, ond bydd rhai modiwlau gyntaf gyda TGAU iaith Gymraeg hefyd yn cael eu hasesu drwy arholiad gradd C neu uwch, ynghyd â Cynnwys y radd dwy awr ar ddiwedd y flwyddyn. lefel-A mewn unrhyw ddau neu Mae’r ddarpariaeth yn cynnwys: Ceir amrediad o aseiniadau llafar ac dri phwnc priodol, ee, Saesneg, ysgrifenedig, yn cynnwys cyflwyniadau, Hanes, neu Astudiaethau Busnes. • Cyflwyniad i sgiliau cyfieithu llunio dyddiadur gwaith, a chofnodion Trafodwch y pynciau priodol • Cyflwyniad i ysgrifennu creadigol cyfarfodydd proffesiynol. gyda ni. • Cymraeg Proffesiynol A (â ffocws cryf ar y gweithle) a Chymraeg Potensial am yrfa Hyd y cwrs: Amser-llawn 3 Proffesiynol B (yn cyflwyno sgiliau Os ydych chi wedi cael addysg cyfrwng blynedd • Rhan-amser hyd at 6 gramadeg ac astudio testunau, Cymraeg, neu wedi dysgu Cymraeg blynedd ynghyd â nifer o agweddau eraill) yn ail iaith, peidiwch â gadael eich Cyfunol: Ydy (gweler tudalen 36) Cymraeg yn yr ysgol. Achubwch y cyfle i ddatblygu sgiliau y mae nifer o Lleoliad: Campws Trefforest, gyflogwyr yn gofyn amdanyn nhw. Os Pontypridd ydych eisiau gweithio yn y cyfryngau, i’r llywodraeth, neu ym maes addysg, er enghraifft, gall y cwrs hwn agor drysau newydd i chi. Penderfynais wneud y radd hon oherwydd hoffwn ddarlledu yn y Gymraeg yn y dyfodol. Teimlais fod cael gradd Gymraeg yn mynd i fy helpu i gwblhau’r uchelgais hwn. Yr wyf wedi bod yn astudio’r radd nawr am flwyddyn, ac yr wyf yn mwynhau yn ddirfawr. Mae’r dosbarth yn fach, felly rydym bron yn cael tiwtora un i un. Mae’r ffaith hon yn werth y byd, achos os oes eisiau help arnoch, os gofynnwch cyn gynted â phosib, bydd y darlithwyr yn eich helpu’n syth.
Maria Davies, BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Cymraeg Proffesiynol
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 215 Courses in Newport This prospectus features courses taught at campuses in Cardiff and Pontypridd. But we also offer courses at our campuses in Newport, which are listed here by subject area.
Access and Foundation • Social Work BA (Hons) • Access and Foundation Programme Access to Higher • Working With Young People Foundation/BA (Hons) Education Diploma; Foundation Certificate • Youth and Community Work BA (Hons) • Art, Design and Media (Foundation Studies) Level 3 Business and Law and 4 Diploma • Business and Economics BA (Hons) • Combined Open Studies Certificate of Higher Education • Business and Law BA (Hons) Accounting • Business and Management (1 year Top-up) BSc (Hons) • Accounting BSc (Hons) • Business Studies HNC/D • Business and Accounting BA (Hons) • Business Studies BA (Hons) • Law Foundation Degree Applied Social Sciences • Law and Business (1 year Top-up) BA (Hons) • Community Development and Cross-sector Collaboration • Professional Practice (Top-up) BA (Hons) Foundation Degree • Criminology and Criminal Justice BA (Hons) Design and Fashion • Criminology and Criminal Justice and Youth Justice • Advertising Design BA (Hons) BA (Hons) • Fashion Design BA (Hons)
City Campus, Newport
More information
To find out more about these courses, simply visit our website or request the Newport edition of our prospectus: www.southwales.ac.uk
216 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Caerleon Campus, Newport
Education and Teacher Training Film and Screen Media • Astudiaethau Cynradd gyda Statws Athro Cymwysedig • Animation Direction and Production BA (Hons) BA (Anrh) • Computer Games Design BA (Hons) • Creative and Therapeutic Arts BA (Hons) • Documentary Film and Television BA (Hons) • Early Years BA (Hons) – Full-time route • Film and Video BA (Hons) • Education BA (Hons) – Full-time route Health and Sport • Coaching Children Foundation Degree • Education/Early Years/Inclusive Education BA (Hons) • Community Health and Well-being Foundation – Part-time route Degree/BSc (Hons) • Inclusive Education BA (Hons) – Full-time route • Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) • Introduction to Secondary Teaching Certificate of • Sports Studies BSc (Hons) Higher Education • Learning Technology Design and Development History Foundation Degree • Heritage Studies Certificate of Higher Education • Post-compulsory Education and Training BA (Hons) • History BA (Hons) • Primary Studies with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) BA (Hons) Marketing • Rehabilitation Visual Impairment Foundation Degree • Business and Marketing BA (Hons) • Secondary Teaching Design and Technology with Performance and Music Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) BSc (Hons) • Creative Sound and Music BA (Hons) • Secondary Teaching Mathematics, Science, ICT with • Creative Audiovisual Media Foundation Degree Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) BSc (Hons) • Performing Arts for Theatre and Film BA (Hons) Engineering and Technology Photography • Civil and Construction Engineering HNC/D • Documentary Photography BA (Hons) • Civil and Construction Engineering BSc (Hons) • Photographic Art BA (Hons) • Electrical Engineering BEng (Hons) • Photography for Fashion and Advertising BA (Hons) • Electronic and Communication Engineering BEng (Hons) • Energy Management Professional Diploma Psychology and Counselling • Engineering HNC/D • Person-centred Counselling Foundation Degree • Engineering Foundation Degree • Psychology BSc (Hons) • Fire Safety Engineering HNC/D • Psychology and Counselling Studies BA/BSc (Hons) • Fire Safety Engineering BSc/BEng (Hons) Religious Studies • Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering BEng (Hons) • Religious Studies BA (Hons) • Systems Engineering Foundation Degree • Systems Engineering (1 Year Top-up) BSc (Hons) English and Creative Writing • English and Creative Writing BA (Hons)
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 217 Entry requirements Entry requirements to courses offered by the University are governed by two key principles: • Your ability to benefit from the course • Equality of opportunity for all applicants
The standard entry requirements set out below for Combinations of qualifications such as those set out below undergraduate degree programmes and other undergraduate may be considered: programmes are the minimum requirements for the various • Passes in a minimum of two General Certificate of levels of award. These are expressed in terms of the A-level Education Advanced Levels (GCE A-level), supported by qualifications; equivalent qualifications are also acceptable. five GCSEs at grade C or above, or a combination of A chart showing the UCAS tariff for the most common GCE A and GCE Advanced Subsidiary (GCE AS). General qualifications is on page 221. Studies is not accepted for all courses at the University Each course set out in this prospectus has specific entry in lieu of a second A-level. Reference should be made requirements. The UCAS tariff points and example A-level to individual course requirements and clarification can be grades are set out in the entry requirements section on each gained by contacting the Enquiries & Admissions Unit. individual course entry. The additional entry requirements • A relevant Foundation course may include specific subject requirements, as well as the actual grades/UCAS tariff points required. The University • A relevant Access course validated by an approved regularly reviews the entry criteria for all its courses. All validating body information on UCAS tariff points contained in this prospectus is correct at the time of print (March 2013) and • The Welsh Baccalaureate we would strongly advise applicants to check our website for • Scottish Advanced Highers, Highers and National the latest information before submitting their application. Certificates – normally four passes
For full details of entry requirements for individual courses, • Irish Leaving Certificate – normally five passes with four at visit www.ucas.com or www.southwales.ac.uk/courses. the higher level of grade C or above
Undergraduate degree programmes • BTEC Nationals The entry requirements for undergraduate degree • International Baccalaureate – a pass mark of a minimum programmes are set out in terms of tariff points/grades. of 24 points Admission to these programmes requires a minimum of two GCE A-level passes or equivalent, and normally five GCSE • European Baccalaureate – a pass mark of a minimum passes at grade C or above, including Mathematics and of 60% English Language or equivalent. Please note that GCSE Welsh • Cambridge Pre-U Language is not accepted in lieu of GCSE English unless the course is taught fully through the medium of Welsh – in • Advanced and Progression Diplomas addition, if a student wishes to transfer between a course • AQA Baccalaureate taught through the medium of Welsh to one taught in English at any stage, they will need GCSE at grade C in • Higher National Diplomas, Higher National Certificates, English Language. Foundation Degrees
218 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. More information
To check entry requirements for courses at our Caerleon and City campuses, please see the Newport edition of our prospectus, or check our website before you apply: www.southwales.ac.uk
Other undergraduate programmes Welsh Baccalaureate The entry requirements for an HND or HNC programme or a The University considers the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Foundation Degree are also set out in terms of tariff points. Diploma a valuable preparation for higher education and Admission to these programmes requires a minimum of one recognises the breadth of learning and experiences it offers GCE A-level or equivalent. students. The University therefore welcomes applications from those studying the Welsh Baccalaureate. As for other Combinations of qualifications such as those set out below qualifications, entry requirements for individual courses vary will be considered: and applicants may be made offers that specify the grades in • A minimum of pass in a General Certificate of Education their Welsh Baccalaureate options. Applicants are Advanced Level (GCE A-level), normally supported by three encouraged to contact admissions advisers for further GCSEs at grade C or above, including Mathematics and information and advice, on 08455 76 77 78. English Language or equivalent, and/or a combination of GCE Advanced Subsidiary (GCE AS)/key skills qualifications International students – English language • BTEC Nationals You will need a qualification acceptable to the University that will indicate your ability to study through the medium of the • Scottish Advanced Highers, Highers and National English language to successfully complete a chosen course. Certificates – normally two passes Normally, the University requires international students • Irish Leaving Certificate – normally two passes at whose first language is not English to have obtained a higher level minimum score of 6.0 in the IELTS (Cambridge Advanced) • Cambridge Pre-U examination or equivalent. We recognise a range of equivalent qualifications. Please contact your nearest British • Advanced and Progression Diplomas Council Office or the International Admissions Team at the • AQA Baccalaureate University on +44 (0)1443 654 450 for further details.
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Key skills; essential skills; Admission for care leavers functional skills If you have been in care, you might not have had the The University encourages the achievement of key, essential traditional family support that most students have when they or functional skills. Please contact us for details: go to university – but that doesn’t mean you have to miss 08455 76 77 78 out. We have lots of experience of supporting people from all kinds of backgrounds to apply and succeed at University.
Course deferrals We have put together a package of support specifically for Please note that most courses do accept applications for care leavers to come and study with us. If you have been deferred entry but it is essential to contact the Enquiries & in care and are under 21, you may be entitled to help and Admissions Unit before applying, to confirm this is the case advice on everything from filling in your application to for the courses you are interested in. managing your money. For further details, visit www.southwales.ac.uk/care. Widening access The University is committed to providing more opportunities Admission for mature students for people to enter higher education, especially those who The University welcomes applications from individuals who would like to enrol on a university course, either full-time do not have traditional entry qualifications and who may or part-time, without having more traditional pre-higher not be progressing from school or college directly to higher education qualifications. education. Applications are considered on an individual You may think that you do not meet the University’s standard basis and applicants will have to satisfy the University that entry requirements, but you may be eligible for a place they have the knowledge, motivation and commitment to on the University’s Foundation Year or Associate Student enable them to succeed on the course they are interested in, Scheme. However, just like everyone else who applies, you and should contact the Enquiries & Admissions Unit before will need to demonstrate academic ability and commitment applying to discuss the qualification they would like to study. to study. If you are entering higher education through the All applicants to the University will be required to provide traditional route, but you have not obtained the required proof of any previous qualifications. grades for entry to Level 1, it may still be possible for you to be admitted to Level 0, which will require you to undertake a number of foundation modules. If you would like further Accredited admissions details, please contact us on 08455 76 77 78. Our Enquiries & Admissions Unit has been awarded the internationally recognised ISO 9001:2008 accreditation following an independent quality management audit of processes and practice. Certification relates specifically to handling student enquiries and applications to study at the University.
220 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Admission with prior credit to first degrees If you have already completed a higher education course, you More information may be able to transfer to a degree with specific credit. For example, if you have successfully completed a DipHE, you For full details of entry may be able to transfer to year three of a degree/Honours requirements, please visit degree in the same field of study. If you have studied www.ucas.com or an EDEXCEL (BTEC) HND, or SCOTVEC Higher National www.southwales.ac.uk/courses, Certificate or Diploma, we will consider you for admission or call our professional advisers depending on the course and the level you achieved. You on 08455 76 77 78. may also gain exemption from supervised work placements on a course if you already have relevant experience.
UCAS Tariff
BTEC Nationals GCE Tariff points
Extended Diploma 90 credit Subsidiary GCE Diploma Diploma Diploma A-level
D*D*D* 420 D*D*D 400 D*DD 380 DDD 360 DDM 320 DMM D*D* 280 D*D 260 MMM DD 240 D*D* 210 MMP DM D*D 200 DD 180 MPP MM DM 160 D* A* 140 PPP MP MM D A 120 PP MP B 100 M C 80 70 PP D 60 P E 40 20
The points shown are for the BTEC National Award, Certificate and Diploma introduced into centres from September 2002.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 221 How to apply For all full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the UK, you must apply online at www.ucas.com. There are three types of applicant:
1. Students at a school 2. Independent applicants 3. International applicants or college registered in the UK* outside the UK (EU and with UCAS* Other UK applicants who are not at worldwide)* All UK schools and colleges (and school or college need to apply online Except those whose school or college a small number of establishments independently. It is likely that you are is registered with UCAS, individuals overseas) are registered with UCAS to a mature applicant, who, unlike school from the EU (excluding the UK) and manage their students’ applications. and college students, cannot readily worldwide need to apply online Advice is available from your teacher seek advice. Instead, you can consult independently. Advice is available or a careers adviser at your school or with various careers organisations, such from British Council offices and other college. You need to fill in an online as Careers Wales or Connexions. centres overseas, such as your school or application and submit it to a member college. You are responsible for paying It costs £12 to apply to one university, of staff. After checking your details and the correct application fee, providing or £23 to apply to two or more. You having added the academic reference, your referee’s contact details, and are responsible for paying the correct your school or college will submit the submitting the online application to application fee, providing your referee’s completed application online to UCAS. UCAS. contact details, and submitting the It costs £12 to apply to one university, online application to UCAS. or £23 to apply to two or more. You Don’t forget! can pay online using a credit card or *Please check the UCAS website for the most debit card. You may also be able to pay up-to-date information about application fees Remember to add the University through your school or college. and procedure. to your e-mail address book or safe senders list – you don’t want to miss any important information or offers of study we may send you.
Science Laboratory, Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd
222 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. UCAS codes
As well as our institution code (W01), you need two other codes to apply to the University – one for the course and another for the campus where you will study. You can find these codes next to each individual course in this prospectus, or check our website before you apply.
When to apply For entry in September 2014, your application should normally reach UCAS between September 2013 and 15th January 2014. Please remember to allow time for a reference to be provided. You can apply after 15th January 2014, but your application can only be considered if there are still vacancies available. However, most of our courses adhere to the 15th January deadline, so please check the UCAS website if you apply after this date to ensure that you are still eligible to apply. Cromwell House, Cardiff Campus If you are applying for an art and More information design course, please note that Further details and the your application deadline is University’s Admissions Policy 24th March 2014. is available at: www.southwales.ac.uk/apply For all applicants There are full instructions at DECLARATION www.ucas.com to make it as easy as possible for you to fill in your online All applicants to the University will be required to application, plus help text where provide proof of previous qualifications. Any applicant appropriate. UCAS also has a or enrolled student who fails to meet this comprehensive guide called ‘Applying requirement will not be offered a place or will be Online’, which you can download from withdrawn from the University. Applicants are their website. You can find course and required to sign a declaration that the information campus codes next to each entry in this submitted as part of their application is correct to the prospectus. best of their knowledge. The University regularly reviews the If it transpires that any information submitted during entry criteria for all its courses. All the application process is incomplete or inaccurate, information on UCAS tariff points/ the University will take any appropriate action, which grades contained in this prospectus is may include rejection or withdrawal at the point of correct at the time of print (March application, or at any point after enrolment regardless 2013) and we would strongly advise of the duration of the course already studied. applicants to check our website for the latest information before submitting your application.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 223 The UCAS trail Applying to university is a lengthy process, so here is a handy overview to help you keep on top of it all.
June to September
Research You can choose from over 35,000 courses at over 330 institutions, so narrowing these down to five suitable courses can be like searching for a needle in a haystack! It’s important to get started early – you don’t want to miss anything because you’re in a rush. The best way to research is to attend an Open Day, plus it can help you get a feeling of whether a university is right for you. It’s easy to book your place at an Open Day – simply visit Treforest Campus, Pontypridd www.southwales.ac.uk/opendays to register.
September to January February to June 15th January 2014 Apply Main UCAS deadline UCAS Extra Your UCAS application must be You will make your online application If you use all five choices on your UCAS submitted by this date, except to UCAS between September and application and you don’t receive any for art and design courses. The January, completing most of the offers of a place on a course, UCAS earlier you apply the better. process at your school or college. Extra is a system that matches your Some aspects of student funding The Personal Statement is the most interests with universities that still have are also tied to this date. important part of your application. places. This is a second chance if your University tutors rely on this application wasn’t successful the first information to decide whether to time around. accept potential students. January to May March October Offers and acceptance During this time, universities look at Deadline for art and Deadline for some courses applications and make offers. You have design courses and universities until the beginning of May to reply to If you are applying for an art and Some courses have early application all your offers. When all universities design course, you should be aware deadlines. The best thing is to check have made their decisions, you need that these courses have different university prospectuses or websites. to make one firm acceptance (this deadlines. The deadline for art and should be the place you want to go to design courses at the University of most) and one insurance acceptance (a South Wales is 24th March 2014. You second choice in case you don’t meet can find out more about these courses the requirements for your firm choice). and their deadlines on the UCAS You should decline all other offers website: www.ucas.com made by universities that are not right for you.
224 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Open Days
If you want to study a course in this prospectus, we have Open Days at Cardiff and Pontypridd on the following dates: • Saturday 6th July 2013 • Friday 13th September 2013 • Saturday 19th October 2013 • Saturday 23rd November 2013 To find out more and book your place, visit: www.southwales.ac.uk/ opendays
February to June
Apply for student finance ATRiuM, Cardiff Campus Now is the time to apply for financial support or scholarships at the institution where you intend to study.
August Checklist – have you...?
A-level results and Clearing 1. Researched 3. Accepted If you still haven’t secured a place at Visited the UCAS website and Received university offers university after A-level results day, universities’ websites or if you failed to meet the entry Thought about which university requirements for your firm and Collected and reviewed offer to accept insurance choices, you can enter a university prospectuses Responded to UCAS by the system called Clearing, which matches Attended some Open Days deadline students with spare university places. Checked if your courses have early application dates 4. Made a back-up plan Apply to UCAS Extra if no September 2. Applied suitable offer received
Arrive at your university for Freshers’ Made your five choices Enter Clearing if you do not Week and the start of your bright shiny Written your Personal Statement have a course future! Applied to UCAS
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 225 University of South Wales Group The University of South Wales Group comprises the University of South Wales, The College Merthyr Tydfil, the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, and UHOVI.
The College Merthyr Tydfil Honours and Foundation Royal Welsh College of www.merthyr.ac.uk Degrees/HNC Music & Drama The College Merthyr Tydfil became • FD Business Studies www.rwcmd.ac.uk part of the Group in May 2006, as part • FD and HNC ICT The Royal Welsh College of Music & of the University’s strategy to expand • FD Care Studies Drama became part of the Group in its presence in the valleys and offer • FD Childhood Studies January 2007, when the University and educational opportunities across South • FD Dance the College agreed a strategic alliance Wales. So if students can’t get to the • FD Sport Science: Performance to maximise opportunities for joint University, they can still study for our and Coaching working. qualifications at our own college in • FD Sport Science: Exercise and Health The College contributes to the cultural Merthyr Tydfil. • FD Sport Science: Outdoor and Adventure Activities identity of Cardiff and Wales, and The College offers a wide range of • FD Psychology attracts some of the most gifted qualifications that cover many subjects, • FD Retail Management students from around the world. It is which means students are prepared • FD English and History the National Conservatoire of Wales, for a diverse range of employment • FD Leisure and Tourism with a newly redeveloped campus opportunities. • FD Art Practice in the grounds of Cardiff Castle. It is a member of the Conference of More than 4,000 students study at • FD Creative Industries (Film and Drama Schools, Conservatoires UK, The College and it works closely with Video) and the Association of European other education and training providers • FD Creative Industries (Drama) Conservatoires. in the area to provide learning that • FD Creative Industries (Popular Music is based on experience. In 2013, Technology) The College will move to brand-new • FD Sound, Lighting and Live Event facilities, so that all students can Technology benefit from the very best modern • FD Stage Design learning environments. • FD Creative Industries (Photography) • FD Motor Vehicle (Diesel The College draws on the University’s Technologies) expertise and resources to develop • FD Sustainable Construction innovative courses for students from all • BA (Hons) Education and Training THage groupsEC andO backgrounds,LLEGE and to increase the opportunitiesMerthyr forTydfil further Professional Qualifications YCOLEG Merthyr Tudful and higher education in the area. • PCE (Professional Certificate in Education) • PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in THECOLLEGE Education) Merthyr Tydfil YCOLEG Merthyr Tudful • Association of Accounting Technicians • Certificate/Diploma in Education Working with Vulnerable Adults
226 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Merthyr Learning Quarter (artist’s impression)
UHOVI www.uhovi.ac.uk Courses • FD Psychology UHOVI (Universities Heads of the • Certificate/Diploma Working with • FD Sound, Lighting and Live Event Valleys Institute) is a ground breaking Vulnerable Adults Technology and exciting education initiative. • FD Aircraft Engineering • FD Sport Science: Exercise and Health Backed by the Welsh Government, • FD Art Practice • FD Sport Science: Outdoor and UHOVI is all about improving skills and • FD Business Studies Adventure Activities qualifications by making learning • FD Care Studies • FD Sport Science: Sports Performance accessible locally. • FD Childhood Studies and Coaching • FD Counselling and Relational Studies • FD Sustainable Construction and UHOVI offers a wide range of higher • FD Creative Industries (Drama) Surveying education courses of varying lengths, in • FD Creative Industries (Film and • HNC Business Studies a number of subject areas. Courses are Video) • HND Public and Emergency Services designed to meet the needs of existing • FD Creative Industries (Photography) • Level 4 Diploma Accounting: and growing industries in the region, • FD Creative Industries (Popular Music Association of Accounting so the training and experience offered Technology) Technicians (AAT) to students is relevant to local business • FD Electrical and Electronic • Professional Certificate in Education: and employment. Engineering PCET (Post-compulsory Education and • FD English and History Training) • FD Information Communication • Professional Graduate Certificate Technology in Education: PCET (Post-compulsory • FD Law Education and Training) • FD Mechatronic Engineering
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 227 Partner colleges We have an education network that could help you study on your doorstep.
Blackburn College www.blackburn.ac.uk Bridgend College Campuses at Bridgend and Pencoed. www.bridgend.ac.uk Cardiff and Vale College Campuses at Cardiff and Barry. www.cavc.ac.uk Coleg Y Cymoedd This new college will be formed from the former Coleg Morgannwg and Ystrad Mynach Colleges in August 2013, and will have campuses at Nantgarw, Ystrad Mynach, Llwynypia, Aberdare and Rhymney. www.morgannwg.ac.uk www.ystrad-mynach.ac.uk Coleg Gwent Campuses at Usk, Crosskeys, Ebbw Vale, Newport and Pontypool. www.coleggwent.ac.uk Neath Port Talbot College The University has established This college will merge with Coleg partnerships with further education We continue to develop Powys in August 2013, and will have colleges in south east Wales and a campuses in Neath, Port Talbot, Brecon, number of partners further afield. programmes in Newtown and Llandrindod Wells. This enables students to gain a higher partnership with www.nptc.ac.uk education qualification at their local www.coleg-powys.ac.uk college and complete their degree colleges to meet the Worcester College programmes at the University. You of Technology will be a University student and get a needs of local learners www.wortech.ac.uk University qualification, but will study at a place that is convenient for you. The colleges with which the University currently has partnerships are listed here and the courses available are listed opposite. The University continues to develop programmes in partnership with colleges to meet the needs of local learners, so for up-to-date details of the courses offered at our partner colleges, please visit their websites.
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Please note: Not all courses are offered at all locations. Computing Please check college websites for additional information. • HND Computing Courses marked with * are subject to validation. • HND/Foundation Degree in Information Communication Technology Animal and Land Based • HND Animal or Equine Sciences Engineering • HND Environmental Conservation Management • Foundation Degree in Sound, Lighting and Live Event • HND Landscape Design and Garden Construction Technology • HND Agriculture Health and Social Care Business, Law and Accounting • CertHE in Substance Misuse • HND Accounting • CertHE/DipHE Working with Vulnerable Adults • HNC/HND Business Studies • Foundation Degree in Care Studies • HND Public and Emergency Services • Foundation Degree in Childhood Studies • Foundation Degree in English and History • Foundation Degree in Dental Nursing* • Foundation Degree in Hospitality/Travel/Tourism* Science • Foundation Degree in Law or Legal Studies • Foundation Degree in Forensic and Analytical Science • Foundation Degree in Psychology • Foundation Degree in Laboratory Science* • Foundation Degree in Retail Management/ Customer Services* Sport • Foundation Degree in Spa Management* • Foundation Degree in Exercise and Health in the Community Creative Industries • Foundation Degree in Sports Performance and Coaching • Foundation Degree in Costume Design for Screen and Stage • Foundation Degree in Creative Industries (Drama/Film and Video/Photography/Popular Music Technology) Applications • Foundation Degree in Performing Arts* • Foundation Degree in Theatrical Make-up* Applications for courses at Coleg Morgannwg, Bridgend College and Coleg Gwent should be made through the University of South Wales. Applications for courses at Blackburn College and Neath Port Talbot College should be made directly through UCAS.
Please contact Cardiff and Vale College for details of their application process. We strongly advise that you check the relevant partner college website for the most up-to-date course information before you make an application.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 229 Our commitment to you
We’re working towards combating climate change and giving disadvantaged people a better deal through Fairtrade. If you want to make a difference, choose us and get involved.
Environmentally friendly recycling programme and an award- Fairtrade If you’re concerned about climate winning Travel Plan that encourages We are a Fairtrade university. We are change, you’ll be in good company sustainable alternatives such as committed to using Fairtrade products here. We are proud of our commitment cycling, walking and public transport. at all University functions and stocking to the environment – we were the first For more information, visit them in all our shops, cafes and university in the UK to be awarded the www.southwales.ac.uk/ restaurants. This means you can choose ISO 14001 standard for the quality sustainability. products that give a fair chance to of our environmental practices and farmers in developing countries and When you have finished with this teaching. promote sustainable agriculture. Look prospectus, please recycle it or pass it for the Fairtrade logo when you shop. on to a friend. You can also create a Being a large organisation makes us For more information, visit customised electronic version of this a major energy consumer, so we are www.fairtrade.org.uk. committed to reducing our carbon prospectus online: www.southwales.ac.uk/prospectus dioxide emissions and combating Forest Stewardship Council climate change. We have an extensive As part of our commitment to the environment and Fairtrade, we printed this prospectus on FSC-certified paper. FSC is an international, non- governmental organisation dedicated to responsible management of the world’s forests.
The FSC label guarantees that the trees harvested for this paper are replaced or allowed to regenerate naturally. To display an FSC logo, forest owners must meet many other conditions, such as using local workers, supporting the community, and developing schools. So wherever you see an FSC logo, you can be sure you are making a responsible choice.
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230 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Charter As part of our commitment to provide the best possible service, we have set out your rights and responsibilities in the University’s Charter. This Charter reflects our belief that the learning process is most effective when undertaken in the spirit of co-operation and partnership between you, your fellow students and the University.
The Charter tells you what to expect of us and what we can expect of you. It also tells you what you can do if you feel we are not delivering the service you expect. We monitor our performance against these standards to ensure that we continually improve the service we provide, and we encourage LRC, Treforest Campus, Pontypridd your comments based on your experiences. Terms and conditions The University therefore: Admissions complaints are covered (i) All students will be required as a (a) Reserves the right to make variations by the University’s Admissions Policy, condition of enrolment to abide by, and to the contents or methods of delivery available at www.southwales.ac.uk/ to submit to, the University’s Regulation of courses, to discontinue courses and apply. Governing Student conduct, as to merge or combine courses, if such The Student Charter is available on the amended from time to time. A copy of action is reasonably considered to University’s website. the current Regulations is available on be necessary by the University in the request from the University’s Academic context of its wider purposes. If the Welsh language provision Registry. Copies are issued to students University discontinues any course, it as part of their induction pack prior to will use its reasonable endeavours to As part of its commitment to the enrolment and are also available at the provide a suitable alternative course. Welsh language, the University time of enrolment. provides information through the (b) Cannot accept responsibility medium of Welsh. It also provides (ii) The University will use all reasonable and expressly excludes liability for opportunities for students who wish endeavours to deliver courses in damage to students’ property, transfer to study through the medium of Welsh accordance with the descriptions set of computer viruses to students’ to develop their linguistic skills and use out in the prospectus. It is also largely equipment, liability for breach of the language at the University. For a dependent upon charitable and public contract including cancellation of copy of the Welsh-medium prospectus funds, which the University has to courses, lectures, laboratory sessions, or further information through the manage in a way which is efficient and workshops, field trips and similar medium of Welsh, visit cost-effective, in the context of the activities. www.southwales.ac.uk/cymraeg. provision of a diverse range of courses to a large number of students.
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 231 How to get to Cardiff and Pontypridd
Courses in this prospectus are taught in Cardiff city centre and nearby Pontypridd. These locations mean that getting to and from the University is easy. Here’s how:
Pontypridd: Treforest and Cardiff Campus Travel time by car* Glyntaff Campuses Our ATRiuM building is right at the Our Treforest and Glyntaff campuses heart of the city. Travelling by car, it can Bangor 4 hours are easily reached by road or rail – just be reached from junctions 29, 32 or 33 Birmingham 2 hours off the M4 and with a train station of the M4 and there are plenty of car right on our doorstep. parks nearby. Bristol 1 hour Cambridge 3.5 hours By car, these campuses are only 10 By train, ATRiuM is a short walk from minutes from junction 32 of the M4, Cardiff Queen Street station or Cardiff Exeter 2 hours just off the A470. The University is Central station. Glasgow 6.5 hours signposted from north and southbound Leicester 3 hours carriageways on the A470. There are Liverpool 3.5 hours large student car parks at both these Satnav campuses. London 3 hours If you’re using a satnav device Manchester 3.5 hours If you travel by train, Valleys Lines to get here, these are the services run regularly from Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne 5.5 hours postcodes you’ll need: stop at Treforest Station, right next Swansea 1 hour to campus. If you are travelling from • Treforest campus: CF37 1DL York 4.5 hours overseas, Cardiff International Airport • Glyntaff campus: CF37 4BD also has a direct rail link to Treforest. • ATRiuM: CF24 2FN *Source: RAC Route Planner. Times are approximate.
More information
For printable maps, information on the local area, places to stay and more, go to www.southwales.ac.uk/visiting.
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232 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. Newport campuses
To find out more about Newport and courses at our Caerleon and City campuses, please see the Newport edition of our prospectus, or visit our website: www.southwales.ac.uk
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08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 233 Our campuses Our campuses are student communities with a great atmosphere. On campus, you’ll find everything you need in one place – your classes, the library, places to eat and drink, and friends to spend time with.
If you choose a course in this Halls of Residence, Students’ Union and throughout the day and night. It only prospectus, you will study in Cardiff or the Sport Centre. Treforest campus is takes 20 minutes to travel between the Pontypridd. closest to the train station, just a two places, so it’s easy to get to the couple of minutes away (see map Union from Cardiff or head to the city ATRiuM is right at the heart of Cardiff opposite). for a change of scene. city centre, providing a base for our creative and cultural industries students Glyntaff campus is home to health, (turn over the page for a map). Just sport and science students, with
around the corner from ATRiuM is additional facilities a few miles away at More information Cromwell House, which has USW Sport Park. Glyntaff is close to the For printable maps, information additional facilities for fashion students. Treforest campus, so you can walk on the local area, places to stay between the two sites and reach the In Pontypridd we have two campuses and more, go to train station in around 10 minutes (turn – Treforest and Glyntaff. www.southwales.ac.uk/ over the page for a map). visiting. Treforest campus is where students of There are plenty of trains that run technology, business and society are between Cardiff and Treforest based. It’s also where you’ll find our
George Knox Building, Glyntaff Campus, Pontypridd
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08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 237 Course index
A E Accounting and Finance 41 Early Years Development and Education 180 Advertising 63 Education 181 Aeronautical Engineering 101 Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng 92 Aircraft Maintenance Engineering 100 Electrical and Electronic Engineering BSc/HND 98 American Studies 139 Electronic and Communication Engineering 93 Animation 48 English 110 Applied Psychology 175 English Literature 109 Art and Design 55 Event Management 113 Art Practice 57 F Astudiaethau Cymraeg Proffesiynol 215 Fashion Design 115 Automotive Engineering 103 Fashion Marketing and Retail Design 119 B Fashion Promotion 117 Biology 190 Film and Video 153 Business Management 59 Film Studies 154 Business Studies FD 66 Finance BSc (Hons) 44 Business Studies HND 67 Finance (Financial Planning) FD 45 Financial Mathematics 151 C Football Coaching and Performance BSc (Hons) 205 Chemistry 184 Football Coaching and Performance FD 207 Childhood and Youth 178 Forensic Accounting 42 Chiropractic 128 Forensic Biology 188 Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng 104 Forensic Chemistry 189 Civil Engineering BSc (Hons) 105 Forensic Science 186 Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation 203 Foundation Studies Art and Design 55 Computer Animation 49 Computer Forensics 70 G Computer Games Development 71 Game Art 51 Computer Games Enterprise 50 Geography BA (Hons) 121 Computer Science 72 Geography BSc (Hons) 122 Computer Security 74 Geology 125 Computer Systems Engineering 91 Graphic Communication 83 Computing 69 H Computing Mathematics 149 Health and Social Care 129 Contemporary Music Performance 171 History 138 Creative and Professional Writing 108 Human Biology 191 Criminology and Criminal Justice 79 Human Physiological Science 131 Cymraeg 215 Human Resource Management 60 D Dance Performance 87 Developmental Psychology 176
238 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. I P (continued) Information Communication Technology 75 Police Sciences 80 Information Technology Management for Business (ITMB) 76 Popular Music 168 Insurance 46 Project Management (Surveying) 212 Interior Design 118 Psychology 173 International Accounting 43 Psychology (Major) 174 International Wildlife Biology 192 Public and Emergency Services 197 Public Relations and Media Communications 64 J Public Services 196 Journalism 155 Q L Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management 213 Law LLB (Hons) 141 Law (Major) 142 R Legal Practice MLaw 143 Radio 163 Lighting Design and Technology 96 Renewable Energy Systems 95 Live Event Technology 97 Retailing, Marketing and Management 65 Logistics and Supply Chain Management 61 Rugby Coaching and Performance BSc (Hons) 204 Rugby Coaching and Performance FD 206 M Marketing 62 S Mathematical Sciences 148 Scriptwriting 88 Mathematics 147 Security, Risk and Investigation 81 Mechanical Engineering 106 Social Work 136 Media Production 162 Sociology 195 Media Technology 159 Software Engineering 77 Media, Culture and Journalism 161 Songwriting 169 Medical Sciences 130 Sound Technology 166 Midwifery 133 Sport and Exercise Science 200 MLaw (Legal Practice) 143 Sport Management 209 Music Business 167 Sport Psychology 177, 210 Music Technology 165 Sports Coaching and Performance 202 Sports Development 208 N Sports Science and Rugby 201 Natural History 193 Sports Studies 199 Nursing 134 Sustainable Energy Science 126 Nutrition, Physical Activity and Community Health 135 T O Television and Film Set Design 89 Observational Astronomy 183 TESOL 111 P Theatre and Drama 85 Paralegal Studies 145 V Performance and Media 86 Visual Effects and Motion Graphics 53 Pharmaceutical Science 185 Photography 156 W Photojournalism 158 Welsh 215 Physical Geography 123
08455 76 77 78 www.southwales.ac.uk 239 Index
Accommodation 22 International students 30 ATRiuM 8, 232 Investments 16 Caerleon campus 8, 216, 233 Library 14 Cardiff campus 8, 232 Location 4, 8, 232 Careers 10, 12 Major, Minor and Joint degrees 36, 38 City campus 8, 216, 233 Maps 232-237 Childcare 25 Newport 4, 216, 233 Combined studies 37, 38 Open Days 1 Courses 36, 38, 40-217 Partner colleges 228 Cymraeg 34 Pontypridd 4, 8, 232 Employability 5, 10, 12 South Wales 4, 6, 8, 232 Entry requirements 218 Sport 26 Environment 230 Student loans 18 Facilities 4-7, 16 Student Charter 231 EU students 32 Students’ Union 28 Fairtrade 230 Support services 24 Fees 18, 30, 32 Treforest campus 8, 232 Finance 18 UCAS tariff points 221 Food 23 USW InSight 20 Glyntaff campus 8, 232 USW Sport 26, 29 Grad Edge 10 Visiting 1, 4, 8, 232-237 Halls of Residence 22 Welsh language 34 How to apply 222 Work experience 12, 14
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240 University of South Wales. Cardiff and Pontypridd. This prospectus has been produced well in advance of delivery of the courses outlined, which may be subject to change. Please check our website for the latest information. The University of South Wales accepts no responsibility for errors or omissions. The University reserves the right to amend or discontinue courses. Entry requirements may be amended from time to time. This edition of the prospectus features information about Cardiff and Pontypridd, and courses taught at our Treforest, Glyntaff and Cardiff campuses. For details of provision and facilities at our Caerleon and City campuses in Newport, please see the Newport edition of this prospectus or visit our website: www.southwales.ac.uk Design: Gill Advertising www.gilladvertising.com Print: Westdale Press www.westdale.co.uk Cover image of ATRiuM: Michael Field Image on page 174 provided by the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance. Images on pages 14, 78, 94, 139 and Brecon image on back cover provided by Thinkstock. Produced by the Marketing & Student Recruitment Department. Many thanks to all those who helped with this project. When you have finished with this prospectus, please pass it on or recycle. The University of South Wales is a registered charity. Registration No. 1140312
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