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Higher Education 2014-2015 Introduction Higher Education 2014-2015 Introduction An increasing number of students are attracted by Higher National Diplomas and Professional Diplomas to help them enter or progress their chosen career. They provide an excellent alternative, or progression route, to university study or career development, offering very competitive fees. Access Courses are designed for those wishing to enter degree level study but without the relevant qualifications, and our Foundation Arts Diploma is a recognised course for those aiming to study creative art and design at a specialist university. All our courses are open to current Brock students and anyone who is looking for an outstanding place to study at higher level within a friendly and supportive environment. We welcome applications from mature students as well as those who are completing A level or equivalent vocational study. For more information, please see www.brock.ac.uk/he or contact us E: [email protected] or T: 01590 625500. Contents Page Welcome from the Principal ................................................................................. 04 Heritage & Accreditations .................................................................................... 05 Why Brockenhurst? ................................................................................................ 06 HND Courses .......................................................................................................... 10 HND Advanced Practice in Work with Children & Families ................................ 10 HND Applied Biology ............................................................................................. 12 HND Computing & Systems Development .......................................................... 14 HND Hospitality Management ............................................................................... 16 HND Photography ................................................................................................... 18 Foundation Diploma in Art & Design ................................................................. 20 Access Courses ....................................................................................................... 22 Professional Diplomas ........................................................................................... 24 Application & Open Evenings.............................................................................. 27 04 Welcome from the Principal In addition to Brockenhurst’s renowned Sixth Form provision, the College has provided Higher Education for over 25 years. This offering has been developed in recent years and our HE programme now extends to a variety of courses where specialist teaching staff, excellent facilities and personal support combine to provide a unique environment for higher level study, academic progression and career development. Our Higher Education students benefit from an average class size of 15, staff with specific experience of teaching at this level and from access to our adult student centre in Brockenhurst. Whether you are already a student at Brock, or considering coming here after completing your A levels or vocational course elsewhere; whether you are returning to study after a break, or currently in employment and planning to progress your career; I believe that you will find our College an inspirational place to study at higher level. We are committed to excellence within a stimulating learning environment for students at all levels and of all ages. I very much hope that you will find our range of courses of interest and that you will be inspired to find out more about our Higher Education offering. Di Roberts, CBE Principal 05 Heritage & Accreditations The College celebrated its Centenary in September 2013; it has provided quality education for one hundred years and we are immensely proud of our academic success and other achievements throughout the years. Brockenhurst is recognised as one of the most successful colleges in the UK. We have been consistently rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and hold the prestigious Beacon College status for excellence and innovation in education. Our Higher Education courses are quality assured by QAA, and accredited by awarding bodies including City & Guilds and Edexcel. We have also developed partnerships with various universities to enable progression to relevant degree courses. “ The course was well structured and its content “ The teaching was brilliant – I had lots of time relevant and focused. The busy timetable and support from my tutors and they pushed and assignment work presented a challenge me to achieve my best. The class sizes were at times but ample learning resources were small and we all worked together and helped available and a solid support network was in each other out.” place throughout my studies.” Georgina Gilbert, HND Early Years. Michael Shelley, Professional Diploma in Teaching. 06 Why Brockenhurst? Fees Fees for HE courses at Brock are extremely competitive in comparison to many universities; degree course fees can be £9,000 per year, whilst ours range from £3,200 to £4,800 with loans and grants available. We aim to structure our courses to enable students to combine work with study so that they may continue to work and earn whilst learning and developing their careers. Quality Teaching Our courses are taught by specialist staff, many of whom have postgraduate qualifications, with an in-depth knowledge of subject areas and relevant industry and professional experience that enhances their teaching skills. Most importantly, they are passionate about their areas of expertise and are dedicated to ensuring that each and every student is encouraged to explore their subject area, to develop their skills and knowledge, and to maximise their potential. Class sizes are small, so you will receive a high level of individual attention and support from lecturers and course tutors. 07 Student Support Your course tutor will offer advice and support on every aspect of your course and work with you to develop your skills, expertise and career plans; they will also assist in sourcing specialist support if needed. Our Student Services team is available to all students; they are experienced, helpful and friendly and your questions or concerns will always be treated with respect and confidentiality. They will be happy to help with a range of topics including finance, health and wellbeing. We also have an excellent Careers Advice Service which can provide one-to-one sessions to help plan your progression options. Partnerships with Universities We have developed strong links with Bournemouth, Chichester and Southampton Solent Universities which allows us to offer our HND students a clear progression route and to top up their qualifications to Honours degree level in one year. Relationships with Employers We also have excellent links with businesses and industries who work with us, providing work placements and contributing to course delivery to ensure that our students have the relevant skills that employers are seeking. “ The course has enabled me to focus on my “ I chose to do the HND because it was a perfect tasks as a manager; to review and adapt follow-on from my BTEC course, and I knew that it my leadership skills to better support my would be highly enjoyable and valuable. The HND staff team. The assessor has encouraged me will help open up a career in the IT industry by to reflect on my practice through relevant giving me a higher level qualification to add to my assignments and feedback.” CV. The friendly atmosphere in and around Brock makes it an ideal place to learn.” Vicky Bidwell, Professional Diploma in Management. Steve Jones, HND Computing & Systems Development. 08 Campus Environment & Facilities Brock’s 27-acre campus is set within beautiful surrounding parkland and offers a supportive, creative environment for study and other activities. We offer excellent facilities which are regularly reviewed and updated to provide the most relevant and current equipment within specialist teaching areas. The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) provides a spacious environment for research and study with helpful, trained staff. It is equipped with specialist books, magazines and DVDs covering all subject areas, together with copiers, printers, PCs, quiet areas and group study rooms. The campus is wi-fi enabled and our IT provision includes over 500 networked computers with a student support service and network storage space. Brock utilises a virtual learning environment (Moodle) which provides course information, materials and useful references for students to access on campus or from home or place of work. Our Sports Centre is available to students free of charge and offers a gym and sports hall for indoor sports, outdoor tennis, basketball and netball courts, and floodlit astroturf pitches for football, hockey and rugby. A range of watersports is also offered at nearby Hengistbury Head. “ The teaching and support staff have offered help “ The course has really prepared me for university - whenever we need it. There is a lot of peer support I’ve learned such a wide range of skills which I’m in class too and a real sense of community. I left sure I’ll apply to my course at Southampton Solent. school with no GCSEs, and gaining a place at The teachers have been extremely accessible and university seemed almost impossible; however the the facilities and equipment are great, covering Access course has opened up the opportunity for every photography eventuality.”
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