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Studying University LevelCourses at Leicester College leicestercollege.ac.uk “Leicester College is outstanding at meeting the needs of learners, employers and the county’s wider community”2013/2014 Ofsted Inspection 2011 1 “I chose Leicester College “I can honestly say that because it offered the without going to Leicester course that I was looking for. College I wouldn’t be I was very impressed with where I am today. I always the College facilities and the recommend Leicester course modules.” College to anyone that asks.” Petronio Umbac Amy Brammall Foundation Degree in Artistic Foundation Degree in Make-Up And Special Effects Photography And Video This publication is available in accessible formats eg, large print, Braille and audio. In addition the College can help with the translation and understanding of the information contained in this publication upon request. Please call our Customer Service Centre on 0116 224 2240. 2 Call 0116 224 2240 or visit leicestercollege.ac.uk “Leicester College is outstanding at meeting the needs of learners, employers and the county’s wider community” Ofsted Inspection 2011 3 Welcome to Contents LeiCester College Welcome to Leicester College 4 Course, Courses, Courses 6 Welcome to Leicester College, one of the largest and for customer service excellence and the Training most successful colleges in the UK. Quality Standard for services to business, reflect this. Art and Design 7 Business and IT 7 We currently have over 26,000 learners studying with Our three campuses are all situated in the heart Caring Professions 8 us on a wide range of courses, from many different of Leicester, a vibrant and diverse city with a huge Construction 8 backgrounds and with different ambitions and population of learners of all ages. All three campuses Creative Media 9 aspirations. have recently been upgraded to an extremely high Engineering 9 standard and offer some of the best and most up-to- Fashion and Footwear 10 We are an Associate College of De Montfort date learning facilities in the area. Performing Arts and Music 10 University and part of Leicester University’s College and University Liaison Network. We want everyone who comes to Leicester College to Science, Maths and Humanities 11 have the best chance of success and we offer a wide Sport and Fitness 11 Working with these and other HE institutions, we range of support, as well as opportunities to take part Teacher Education 11 provide a wide range of university level courses at in cross-College activities to help you gain the most Why study at Leicester College? 12 both Higher National Certificate, Higher National out of your time here. Funding and Fees 14 Diploma and Foundation Degree level. These courses Full-time learners 14 offer routes to Honours Degree level in many subject We are only a phone call or email away and can Part-time learners 15 areas. Additionally this year we now offer a Level 6 answer any questions you have. So don’t hesitate International Students 17 honours degree as well. This means it is now possible to contact us on 0116 224 2240 or Learner Voice 18 to progress all the way from Level 1 to Honours [email protected]. Degree level with Leicester College. Leicester - The Cultural City 20 I look forward to seeing you at Leicester College in Great Partnerships 22 By working very closely with thousands of local and the near future. Coventry University 22 national companies, we can provide training tailored De Montfort University 22 specifically to the needs of their staff, and ensure that University of Bedfordshire 23 the training we offer equips our learners for future What Entry Requirements do I need? 24 employment. English Language Requirements 25 Guide to Qualifications 26 Leicester College also has an excellent local and national reputation. Our many awards and quality How to Apply to UCAS 28 marks, ranging from membership of five National How to Apply to Leicester College 28 Skills Academies to a Peter Jones’s Enterprise Academy Be Part of our Success 30 Hub and achieving the Government’s national award Maggie Galliers CBE, Principal Open Days back page 4 Call 0116 224 2240 or visit leicestercollege.ac.uk “Leicester College is outstanding at meeting the needs of learners, employers and the county’s wider community” Ofsted Inspection 2011 5 Courses, Courses, Courses We currently offer the following university level courses, however our course offer is subject to change and sheryle HammonD Higher NatiOnal we can add extra new courses, so please see our website (leicestercollege.ac.uk) for the latest information. Diploma in Business After working in her family’s catering business, Sheryle said: Sheryle decided that she needed more of a challenge. “ Since I started the course, I have made lots of Accountancy Art and Design Artistic new friends and I look at my current working She wanted to study something she found environment very differently as I have a better Make-up and Special Effects Building interesting and enrolled on the Higher National understanding of it on many different levels.“ Certificate in Business at Leicester College. Studies Building Engineering Services She progressed from the Higher National Certificate to the Higher National Diploma in Business and would like to continue studying business at degree Biology Business Computing Construction level and ultimately run her own business. and the Built Environment Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) Children, Families Art and Design Business and IT If you have aspiration to embark on a creative career, our Are you an entrepreneur at heart or would you like a and Community Health Fashion Costume art and design environment can hone your practical skills. professional qualification to boost your current career? Our great reputation is enhanced as all our staff are As the East Midlands Hub for the Peter Jones Footwear Graphic Design and E-Media recognised artists and designers and our facilities Enterprise Academy, a member of the Microsoft have the latest technology with art rooms designed Academic Alliance and a CISCO Academy, our national Creative Sound Technology Performance specifically to enhance natural light. reputation for excellence is renowned. (Acting/Dance) Performing It is the perfect creative environment in which to Last year 100% of the graduates from our business For detailed explore a wide range of disciplines, from print making and travel courses progressed to either “top up” to Arts Photography Video information on to photography. an honours degree or found employment. our University Level courses The department organises end-of-year shows at • Level 4 Diploma in Accountancy: part-time Sports Coaching Education many different venues in Leicester, and there are also • Higher National Certificate in Business: part-time For detailed course constantly changing displays throughout the College • Higher National Diploma in Business: full-time Teaching English Teaching information visit where you can exhibit your work. • Higher National Diploma in Business (Top-up): part-time leicestercollege.ac.uk • Higher National Certificate in Computing: part-time • Foundation Studies in Art and Design: full-time • Higher National Diploma in Computing: full-time ESOL Travel and Tourism • Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism: full-time University Diploma 6 Call 0116 224 2240 or visit leicestercollege.ac.uk “Leicester College is outstanding at meeting the needs of learners, employers and the county’s wider community” Ofsted Inspection 2011 7 Courses, Courses, Courses Creative Media Engineering We currently offer the following university level courses, however our course offer is subject to change and The department’s impressive facilities (three large Skilled engineers are amongst the most sought after we can add extra new courses, so please see our website (leicestercollege.ac.uk) for the latest information. studios, two printing and processing dark rooms and a employees in the UK. Skills are very transferable and fully equipped Apple Mac suite) will ensure your career with Leicester College being an EMTA (Engineering in multimedia has a great foundation. You will have and Marine Training authority) you can learn in opportunities for a European residential and gain crucial dedicated, specialist, industry level facilities. mable katsande foundatiOn degree in industry experience with real life employer projects. • Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Mechanical/ childrEn, famiLies AnD communiTy health Last year 100% of our photography and video Electrical): part-time When expecting her first child, hairdresser Mable “The course was exactly what I wanted; giving graduates progressed to either “top up” to an • Higher National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical realised she wanted a change of career. me the flexibility I needed. Other mums would honours degree or found employment Engineering: part-time tell me their problems and I saw I could do • Higher National Diploma in Mechanical and Electrical Working with children and families appealed to something about it, and see the good results of • Foundation Degree in Graphic Design and e-media: Engineering: full-time her, so she decided to enrol on a course in this area. my work at the end of it. part-time • Foundation Degree in Photography and Video: Now in her second year of the course, Mable is “Education is important to be employable; I For detailed gaining experience in the Care sector through cannot begin to say how much I have learnt.” full-time or part-time information on working at Homestart, a voluntary sector • Foundation Degree in Video and Photography: our University organisation for young families. Mable said: full-time Level courses For detailed course information visit leicestercollege.ac.uk Caring Professions Construction Caring professions is a huge industry which covers a range Our industry standard facilities help develop your skills CHriS Deveraux Higher NatiOnal of settings from social care, nursing, welfare, childcare in construction management, site engineering, building and housing.