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1 HIGHER EDUCATION 2 2 WELCOME CONTENTS If you’re ready to take control of your value you. Something I am reminded learning, you’ve come to the right place. of every time I walk around our vibrant, diverse campuses. Sometimes education can seem aimless and uninspiring. At Activate Learning, Now’s the time Why study with Activate Learning 3 you won’t just be given the right tools to Our approach to learning is one that Quality assured 5 succeed and be expected to fall in line. encourages you to take charge of your Our Learning Philosophy 6 You’ll be given the independence to own learning, to believe in yourself and carve your own path and the drive to your abilities. We will work with you to Welcome to our colleges reach your goal at the end of it. help you focus more and practise in order to improve your performance. If you work City of Oxford 7 So, whether you choose a higher- hard with us, we will guarantee level qualification or university study Merrist Wood 9 you success. programme, you’ll feel motivated to not Reading 11 Ready to read on? just reach your goal, but go beyond it. Guildford 13 Get ready to be inspired by the real-life An inspiring environment stories of those who’ve achieved their Bracknell and Wokingham 14 You’ll work with dedicated, passionate dreams with us. And find someone to talk Banbury and Bicester 15 lecturers and some of the most well- through course options with you. known companies in the world. Leaving I’m excited to see you on one of our you with the valuable traits you’ll need Open events 16 campuses soon. when you land that dream job - even in Higher Education levels explained 17 the most challenging markets. Course table 19 A place for everyone Career pathways and programmes 21-64 Everyone comes from college with South Central Institute of Technology 55 different experiences. Here no matter Sally Dicketts CBE who you are, or what your background Group Chief Executive How to apply 65 is, you’ll find people who welcome and Activate Learning Access to Higher Education (HE) 67 Money matters 69 Support to succeed 71 We work with the following partners: Facilities 73 Our locations 77 3 4 WHY STUDY HIGHER WITH ACTIVATE LEARNING? Activate Learning will help you to develop the skills, knowledge, confidence and determination required to succeed. With our expert help, quality teaching, and guidance, you can improve your employment status, income potential and enjoy a brighter future. Our colleges are at easily-accessible locations and contain industry- standard, specialised facilities. Here, we nurture an atmosphere of independence to help you reach your goals - whatever they may be. STUDENT EXPERIENCE GREAT LOCATIONS SUPPORT EMPLOYABILITY EVENTS AND ENRICHMENT Learn in an independent Study at town and city-centre Smaller class sizes mean we Develop the technical skills environment, make new campuses; close to shops, give more individual attention required for your future career Join in with student activities, friends, and manage a more restaurants, cultural hotspots, and support. with our industry-standard and go on trips around the UK flexible timetable. Plus, access amenities, and travel links. facilities. and the world. facilities at our colleges and partner universities. LOWER COST INNOVATIVE TEACHING SPECIALIST PROGRESSION Save on living and travel costs Enjoy innovative learning and PROGRAMMES We will help you progress by staying close to home and assessment methods that help Choose from a variety of and develop the skills you benefit from our lower tuition you develop at your own pace. specialist and career focused and local employers need. fees. programmes including unique With Industry backing you will courses such as Furniture develop professional practices Design. in programmes co-created with industry. 5 6 QUALITY OUR LEARNING ASSURED PHILOSOPHY The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) THE LEARNING HE Review (2015) report. PHILOSOPHY “The Group supports students by offering a good experience at initial Our award-winning Learning application and admissions stages and by offering appropriate support Philosophy is at the heart of our approach to teaching and learning. to those who need it.” We recognise that not everyone learns in the same way or has had positive “Students are positive with regard to the development of their academic experiences of education. That’s why we use tried and tested principles and employability skills through study skills modules and the wide range to engage our students and help of opportunities to interact with employees and industry.” them make the most of their time with us, setting them up with not only “Students commented positively on the information and support they the knowledge they’ll need for their careers, but with the personal skills receive from the Group.” that will benefit them their whole lives. ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) At Activate Learning, we work Based on the evidence available, the TEF Panel judged that “Activate Learning delivers closely with employers to identify the high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It consistently exceeds characteristics and skills they are rigorous, national quality requirements for UK Higher Education.” looking for in potential employees. We help you identify which of these desirable attributes you have and which you can strengthen throughout your programme, ensuring your future employability is the focus throughout your studies. Learn more at: www.activatelearning.ac.uk/ about-us/the-learning- philosophy 7 8 CITY OF OXFORD COLLEGE WELCOME TO OUR COLLEGES TO WELCOME City of Oxford College is based in Oxford city centre, with our specialist Technology campus located in Blackbird Leys. City-centre campus, Oxford Rycotewood Funiture Centre Our city-centre campus is just a five-minute We are proud to be home to specialist walk from the train station and served well learning facilities, such as the renowned by buses and dedicated cycle routes, so Rycotewood Furniture Centre, which however you choose to get here, it’ll be furniture manufacturers visit every year. safe and convenient. With live design briefs from the likes of Ercol, William Hands, and the American Despite being in the centre of Oxford, the Hardwood Export Council, our students college’s riverside location is a peaceful benefit from qualified feedback from environment to study in, with all the industry professionals. facilities you could need. You can focus on your studies in our well-stocked library, hit Technology campus, Blackbird Leys a workout before or after your lessons in our discounted gym, or get hair and beauty In 2016, £8m was invested in the treatments at our salons for a reduced transformation of our Technology campus price. If you’ve skipped a meal in the in Blackbird Leys. If you’re interested in rush to get here, you can grab something learning with the best equipment from at our café or Waterside Restaurant. experienced industry professionals, There’s plenty of outdoor seating areas for this is the best place for you. This high- enjoying the good weather, hopefully! specification facility supports training in a wide range of technological industries, The campus is right next door to the including construction, engineering, IT, Westgate shopping centre too! You’ll have computing and motor vehicle. You’ll be plenty of opportunities in your free time learning the practical expertise, skills and to head out and grab a snack or drink knowledge you’ll need to go far in a from one of the many cafés or go range of exciting and fast-paced shopping at the supermarket or many technological industries. high-street stores. Saturday 17 Saturday 31 Wednesday 4 Saturday 14 Wednesday 25 October 2020 October 2020 November 2020 November 2020 November 2020 9.30am-1.30pm 9.30am-1.30pm 4-8pm 9.30am-1.30pm 4-8pm VIRTUAL VIRTUAL OPEN EVENTS OPEN EVENT OPEN EVENT 9 10 MERRIST WOOD COLLEGE WELCOME TO OUR COLLEGES TO WELCOME Just a short bus ride from Guildford town centre in Worplesdon, Merrist Wood College is a 400-acre, multi-award-winning college that specialises in the land-based industries. If you’re looking to enter a career in a Specialist resources for practical land-based industry, there is no better outdoor courses place than our college. We are widely recognised by industry specialists for our On the 400-acre estate with woodlands, training excellence and many successes at wetlands, livestock, gardens and RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower grasslands, there are outstanding facilities Shows. Work from the estate has been for floristry, horticulture, landscaping and seen across the world! garden design. These include a campus nursery, workshops and design studios. The indoor riding arena is one of the largest of any college in the country and We also have football and rugby pitches, we are home to a large, diverse range one of the largest indoor riding arenas of of animals in our Animal Management any college in the country and one of the Centre. Other facilities include specially top centres in the south east as well as two designed studios and workshops for full accredited cross-country courses and floristry, garden design, horticulture and stabling for over 40 horses! landscaping and access to an adjoining Our Animal Management Centre has 18-hole golf course. specialist areas for large, small and exotic To help with the transition to college, animals. These include snakes, spiders, we also have a comprehensive student sheep, cows, ferrets, rabbits, birds of prey support team that can assist with and many more! applications, securing funding, careers Woodlands and Cobbett are our halls of guidance, and personal tutoring, and residence, on site at Merrist Wood College.