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MORE THAN JUST A MUM OUR UNDERGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS
HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE FOUNDATION DEGREE CURIOUS A Higher National Certificate (HNC) is A Foundation Degree (FdA or FdSc) is the equivalent to the first year of university level equivalent of the first two years of university study, delivered full time in one year or part study. They can be studied full time or part DISCOVER OUR COURSES time over two years. An HNC can allow time and many students choose to top up progression onto a Higher National Diploma. their Foundation Degree by completing a third year at an awarding university. ART PRACTICE HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA BA (HONS) GRAPHIC DESIGN A Higher National Diploma (HND) is A Bachelor’s Degree is the most common equivalent to the second year of university type of university level qualification and can PHOTOGRAPHY level study and can be delivered full time or be taken in a wide range of subjects. You can part time. If you have already completed an study for either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a COMPUTING HNC in a relevant subject, you can apply Bachelor of Sciences (BSc). These degrees directly for the HND. normally take three to four years to complete GAMES & ANIMATION
on a full-time basis. Completion of either a HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP Foundation Degree or an HND can provide ENGINEERING access to Bachelor Degree programmes. Higher Apprenticeships are work based PUBLIC SERVICES programmes which include the study of a recognised level 4 or 5 qualification. They PSYCHOLOGY & CRIMINAL BEHAVIOUR take at least a year to complete but can take up to four years depending on the qualification.
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MORE THAN JUST A MUM GRAPHIC HNC Graphic Design HNC Art Practice DESIGN Study Mode: Full Time Study Mode: Full Time Location: Bletchley Campus Location: Bletchley Campus Course Length: 1 Year Course Length: 1 Year Whether you are interested in a fine art or professional Course Level: 4 Course Level: 4 pathway, this in depth course offers the key technical Start: September 2021 Start: September 2021 and visual communication skills for both academic and career routes in graphic design. Course Fees: £6,165 Course Fees: £6,165 Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 96 Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 96 You will complete contextual studies and individual UCAS points and GCSE English ART UCAS points and GCSE English projects consisting of various techniques and skills. Your professional development will be consistently and Maths at grade C/4. Mature and Maths at grade C/4. Mature prioritised by staying in touch with the industry, and candidates will be considered on an candidates will be considered on an both observing and debating current trends and PRACTICE individual basis. individual basis. techniques. You will have additional opportunities to grow your skillset and portfolio through live projects commissioned by employers and external businesses. If you want to further your career as an artist or HND Graphic Design designer, this course offers a strong sector-related HND Art Practice Study Mode: Full Time emphasis on your specialism and its refinement, Study Mode: Full Time Location: Bletchley Campus alongside the development of requisite knowledge Location: Bletchley Campus and understanding of the subject and its relation to Course Length: 1 Year Course Length: 1 Year the creative arts industry. Course Level: 5 Course Level: 5 Start: September 2021 Discover your specialism in painting, drawing, Start: September 2021 sculpture, printmaking, graphic design, contextual Course Fees: £6,165 Course Fees: £6,165 studies or photography and video. You will have Entry Requirements: To apply for the HND you will be access to industry experts and ‘live’ clients through Entry Requirements: To apply for the HND you will be expected to have achieved the HNC established partnerships. Our dedicated work studio expected to have achieved the HNC space will be available for you to build an innovative in Graphic Design and GCSEs at in Art and GCSEs at grade C/4 in portfolio of work ready to gain employment or grade C/4 in English and Maths. progress onto further study. English and Maths.
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MORE THAN JUST A MUM PHOTOGRAPHY HNC Photography HNC Engineering Study Mode: Full Time Study Mode: Full Time or Part Time Location: Bletchley Campus Location: Chaffron Way Campus From understanding and demonstrating various Course Length: 1 Year (Innovation & Technology Centre) photographic practices, to taking on contextual Course Level: 4 Course Length: 1 Year (FT) or 2 Years (PT) studies, to experimenting with different methods of lighting, the HNC/D in Photography will enable you Start: September 2021 Course Level: 4 to develop into a well-rounded photographer with an Course Fees: £6,165 ENGINEERING Start: September 2021 impressive portfolio to prove your talents to employers. Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 96 Course Fees: (FT) £6,165 (PT) £3,265 per year You will focus on different techniques and processes, UCAS points and GCSE English Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are communication in art and design and work on and Maths at grade C/4. Mature 96 UCAS points from a Level 3 individual projects. Learning from industry experienced candidates will be considered on an qualification in a STEM related professionals, you will have access to our specialist studios, and benefit from links with local businesses. individual basis. subject. Mature candidates will be Engineering design, mechanical principles, automation robotics and programmable logic considered on an individual basis. Whether you are interested in a fine art or professional controllers are just a handful of the various topics you pathway, this course will provide you with the key will study on this course. You can expect to conduct technical and communication skills needed for a both group and independent research and projects rewarding career in this visual and creative area of Art HND Photography on different areas of engineering. HND Engineering and Design. Study Mode: Full Time Study Mode: Part Time Location: Bletchley Campus You will experience managing a professional Location: Chaffron Way Campus Successful completion will see you ready to gain engineering project and find out about different employment or progress onto further study. Course Length: 1 Year (Innovation & Technology Centre) career options in the industry. You can expect to Course Level: 5 grow your skills in CAD and Manufacture, as well Course Length: 1 Year Start: September 2021 as engineering mathematics and electrical and Course Level: 5 electronic principles, meaning your skillset will be up Course Fees: £6,165 Start: September 2021 to date with the current industry. Entry Requirements: To apply for the HND you will be Course Fees: £3,265 expected to have achieved the HNC On successful completion of the HND Engineering Entry Requirements: To apply for the HND you will be progression opportunities include entering in Photography and GCSEs at grade expected to have achieved the HNC employment within the industry or onto further study. C/4 in English and Maths. in Engineering and GCSEs at grade C/4 in English and Maths.
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HNC Public Services & CRIMINAL Study Mode: Full Time Foundation Degree Location: Bletchley Campus BEHAVIOUR Course Length: 1 Year Psychology & PUBLIC Course Level: 4 Criminal Behaviour Start: September 2021 Study Mode: Full Time Course Fees: £6,165 Franchised by University of Bedfordshire Location: Bletchley Campus SERVICES Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 96 The Foundation Degree in Psychology & Criminal Course Length: 2 Years UCAS points and GCSE English Behaviour explores the behaviour and development of individuals though childhood, adolescence and Course Level: 5 and Maths at grade C/4. Mature maturity. Within Psychology you will study a wide range Start: October 2021 Have you got discipline and determination? Are you able candidates will be considered on an of psychological theories and experimental work which to work just as well in a team as you are independently? are important to the subject. This will include Cognitive Course Fees: £6165 per year individual basis. Do you want a career that brings protection, aid and psychology, Developmental psychology, Social Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 120 Psychology and Mental health issues. You will come to justice to our society? If you want to work in the likes of UCAS points with one A Level at the Police, Border Force, Prison & Probation Services, understand how resources are employed in detecting, Fire Services, Armed Forces and others, this course will preventing and understanding criminal behaviour, as grade C. We also accept students offer you knowledge and understanding of what these HND Public Services well as the processes of prosecution and detainment of who have succeeded on an Access Study Mode: Full Time criminals in our justice system. You will also explore the careers will entail. to Higher Education programme. Location: Bletchley Campus main theories concerning the reasons for crime and the various possible motives behind criminal behaviour. Mature students with relevant work In addition to studying modules such as Crime and Course Length: 1 Year Substance Misuse, Modern Warfare and Conflict and experience or with experience that Course Level: 5 On successful completion of the Foundation Degree Expedition Leadership, you will further your learning you can continue into a third year at the University of has required a good level of written through visits to the Ministry of Defence, the Counter Start: September 2021 Bedfordshire on the BA Psychological Studies, the BA English are also welcome to apply. Terror Expo, local public services and more. You will Course Fees: £6,165 Psychology & Criminal Behaviour or BA Criminology also take part on a three-day outdoor skills expedition, Entry Requirements: To apply for the HND you will be programme. Successful completion of this will lead to an focusing on leadership and mentoring, giving you a Honours Degree, students completing the Foundation chance to demonstrate what you’ve learnt. You will come expected to have achieved the HNC Degree may also wish to consider progressing to further to understand exactly what life is like in the services, in Public Services and GCSEs at grade training or employment. preparing you for a successful career in your chosen profession. All of the tutors have vast experience in C/4 in English and Maths. a range of services and will share their professional knowledge with you.
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The South Central Institute of Technology (SCIoT) is here to transform the world of digital education. Crafted by leading brands such as Microsoft, KPMG, and McAfee, and led by Milton Keynes College, the South Central Institute of Technology provides higher level technical qualifications for a new generation of digital visionaries.
We’re not a school. We’re not a university. We’re the future of education, and we’re looking for a diverse range of people to join us in making the digital world a better place.
Employers want more than academic qualifications these days. As well as technical knowledge, they’re looking for a vast range of skills. They need people who can adapt quickly, who can communicate with a range of people, who can manage multiple projects and who are always open to learning new things.
That’s why we’ve worked closely with them to develop 80 the learning experience and ensure you’re ready for every aspect of employment. They’re looking to fill the skills gaps that are apparent now and in the future, so if you want to future-proof your career with a respected qualification, you should consider joining the South Central Institute of Technology.
11 12 Learners will study units such as Programming, Software Development Lifecycles, Data Structures & TECHNOLOGIES> Algorithms, and Advanced Programming. DID YOU KNOW? Job roles linked to this pathway include: Jobs in the UK tech sector Software developer, software tester, lead developer, technical architect, systems engineer. have grown by 36% since the summer in 2020.(Tech Nation, 2020.) Data Analytics pathway highlights Learners will study units such as Big Data & Visualisation, Data Analytics, Database Design & Development, Data Structures & Algorithms. Craft a career in one of the fastest Job roles linked to this pathway include: Data analyst, Data Analytics Consultant, Data Specialist growing industries in the UK. HNC DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES Cloud Networking pathway highlights Our undergraduate courses in Digital (DATA, SECURITY, SOFTWARE AND Technologies offer you the opportunity to become a specialist in your chosen field, where NETWORKING PATHWAYS) Learners will study units such as Cloud Fundamentals, Networking in the Cloud, Networking, Risk Analysis & Systems Testing. you will develop expert knowledge and insights relevant to your career path. If you want to Study Mode: Full Time or Part Time Job roles linked to this pathway include: make a positive change to the digital world, Location: then this is the right qualification for you. Bletchley Campus Network Technician, Network Engineer, Systems Engineer Course Length: 1 Year (FT) or 2 Years (PT) You will gain a wide range of knowledge tied Course Level: 4 Cyber Security pathway highlights to practical skills gained through research, Start: September 2021 independent study, directed study and Learners will study units such as Cyber Security, Security, Applied Security in the Cloud, Risk Analysis and workplace scenarios, and live project briefs Course Fees: (FT) £6165 (PT) £3265 per year Systems Testing. from our partner employers. You will also have Entry requirements: The most important thing for us at the opportunity to develop transferable skills the SCIoT is passion, dedication, Job roles linked to this pathway include: such as communication, teamwork, research and and commitment to learning about digital technologies at a higher Cyber Security Specialist, Risk Analyst, Cyber Security Specialist, Risk Analyst, Cyber Security Manager. analysis, which are highly valued in higher level. Whatever qualification you education and the workplace. Learners studying currently hold, we will find a way for a HNC Digital Technologies pathway can also you to join us and will support you Across all pathways, learners will join BCS The Chartered Institute for IT as a student member progress onto a HND Digital Technologies after at every step. It all starts with a successfully completing their course. conversation with our admissions team and have the option to complete the following accreditations: to find out about your interests and aspirations, where we will then match • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals • Microsoft AI Fundamentals you up to the right pathway. 913 • Microsoft Data Fundamentals • Microsoft Power Apps Fundamentals 14 Have you always been fascinated by the games industry? The HNC in Digital technologies - Games & Animation will provide you with both the technical and creative skills to thrive in this innovative industry. If you’re looking to begin your creative career journey, then look no further. DID YOU KNOW? Games & Animation pathway highlights 55% of game development studio jobs are based outside of Learners will study units such as Game Development, Principles of Animation, 3D Sculpting for VR/AR, Advanced Rendering & Visualisation. Learners will join BCS The Chartered Institute for IT as a student London and the South East. member and can complete the following accreditations: (UKIE, The regional economic impact of the UK games industry 2020) • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals • Microsoft Data Fundamentals • Microsoft AI Fundamentals • Microsoft Power Apps Fundamentals HNC GAMES & ANIMATION Job roles linked to this pathway include: Study Mode: Full Time or Part Time Games Designer, Junior Animator, Games Consultant, Animator, Games Developer, Animation Director. Location: Bletchley Campus Course Length: 1 Year (FT) or 2 Years (PT) Course Level: 4 IN THE GAME> SOUTHCENTRALIOT.AC.UK Entry requirements: The most important thing for us at the SCIoT is passion, dedication, and commitment to learning about digital technologies at a higher level. Whatever qualification you currently hold, we will find a way for you to join us and will support you at every step. It all starts with a conversation with our admissions team to find out about your interests and aspirations, where we will then match 15 you up to the right pathway. 16 ACCESS THE LEARNING TO HE AN ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA WILL HELP EXPERIENCE Create the opportunities you’ve always dreamed of by studying an Access to Higher Education Diploma. YOU PROGRESS TO Undergraduate students are taught by All students also have access to our virtual You’ll develop the skills and knowledge to study at UNDERGRADUATE experienced and specialist teaching staff, in learning environment, which hosts key course university level upon completion, perfect for adults modern workspaces. To support you with information, assignments, course notes and who do not hold traditional entry qualifications. STUDY IN JUST your studies, each of our campuses has its study information. This is accessible from any own Study Centre. These are dedicated computer, giving you the greatest flexibility in Whether you’re looking to develop in an existing areas for study where students can discover a your studies. career or are looking to embark on a brand new one, ONE YEAR range of learning resources from books and we have a range of pathways to suit you including: magazines to laptops and e-resources. • Business • Health Sciences • Humanities & Education • Social Sciences • Computer Science STUDENT SUPPORT STUDY FOR FREE As an Access student you’ll have access to financial Our extensive student support network All of our undergraduate students also have support to help fund your course. You can even is available to students across both of our access to our qualified Careers Advisors who study your Access to Higher Education Diploma campuses. Our Student Development & can support with planning your next steps. for free if you progress onto higher education on Support Team are able to assist and provide completion! a wide range of information and resources ranging from wellbeing advice to learning support. APPLY NOW 17 mkcollege.ac.uk 18 MORE THAN JUST A MUM FUNDING APPLYING YOUR STUDY When studying a university level qualification there are two main associated costs; tuition fees and The simplest way of applying is through our living costs. website, mkcollege.ac.uk. Tuition fees refer to the fee charged by the college or university for your course tuition. Tuition fees Simply choose the course you wish to apply are dependent on the qualification you study, and the tuition fees charged by the College can be for and follow our easy process. You just have found on the individual course listing. to submit your details and wait to be offered an interview - simple! Living costs are the associated costs of studying and include expenses such as books, rent and travel. Although higher education may seem expensive, there are lots of funding options available to Applications made directly to the help you while you are studying. College can be made year-round. TUITION FEE LOAN MAINTENANCE LOAN Tuition Fee Loans are available to UK and EU A Maintenance Loan is available from Student full-time and part-time students from Student Finance England to help with living costs Finance England and are only repayable after such as rent, food, books, travel and other you graduate and earn over £25,725 a year. expenses while you’re studying. The amount This loan is paid directly to the college or available depends on where you live, where university in instalments throughout the year you study and your annual household income. to cover your course fees. You don’t pay it back until after you graduate and earn over £25,725 a year. 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