PROSPECTUS 2019-20 So Why Choose Fife College? the People, the Place, the Potential, the Possibilities
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PROSPECTUS 2019-20 So why choose Fife College? The people, the place, the potential, the possibilities... Here are the reasons why we’re the best place for you to come and study. CONTENTS You'll find the right course for you A helping hand from our friends 1 6 We’ve got a huge range of courses. We have a number of generous Over 400, across 40 different subject areas, all sponsors who offer a range of scholarships 4 Your degree, your journey carefully tailored to meet latest industry needs. which can help with the costs of your studies. So whatever your career goals, you can get a And there are others who provide technology, 6 Your study options relevant qualification to help you here. books, visits and trips – all of which mean 10 Built Environment more opportunities during your time here. Helping you take the next step Business, Management, 2 20 And help from us too Administration and Enterprise We’ve got courses to help you get what 7 you need from introductory level to HNCs, We’re here to help and support you Care, Social Sciences and 32 HNDs, and degrees including SWAP courses all the way through your application, on the Access to Qualifications that allow you to progress to university level course you choose, and beyond. Our award Computing and Digital after only one year. winning Students’ Association also represents 48 Technologies you and makes your voice heard by the The buzz of a local college, the College management team, working together 62 Creative Industries 3 qualifications of a uni to make positive changes. 82 Culinary Arts and Hospitality Did you know an HNC is the same level as 1st year of a university degree? And an HND Where learning comes alive Engineering, Energy and 8 88 is the same level as 2nd year. So you can Our lecturers and teaching staff are Mathematics move seamlessly to second or third year experts in their respective industries, with Hair, Beauty and Make-up at university when you’ve completed your years of unrivalled hands-on experience. And It all starts 98 Artistry college course. Plus we’ve got excellent links their passion, enthusiasm and knowledge with universities across Scotland and beyond make for an inspiring, stimulating environment 106 Languages and ESOL to make this even easier. to learn new skills. here... 112 Science From care to construction Getting you ready to take on the world 118 Sport and Fitness 4 9 Our first rate facilities include fully We offer a range of Foundation Hello! 126 Supported Learning kitted out construction and engineering Apprenticeship opportunities which mean you Tourism, Events and workshops, kitchens, bistros, a recording can develop practical skills and knowledge 132 studio, radio station, theatre, computing while you’re still at school, and gain valuable Customer Service Thanks for picking up a copy of our brand labs, hair and beauty salons, and even an experience which gets you fully ready for the new guide to studying at Fife College. It’s full Community Based Adult 140 aircraft cabin. world of work. of everything you need to know about how Learning you can find a real course for a real career in Where connections are made We've got serious skills... the real world. 144 Part-time listing 5 5 We’ve built up a strong network of Skills are at the heart of everything we Building your career with a partnerships with local and national employers do. All the things we mention here – our wide We’re really excited about the year ahead, 148 Modern Apprenticeship to make sure that that our courses are aligned range of carefully tailored courses, our innovative and we hope you are too! 150 Qualifications Explained to their needs. And you’ll also have the state-of-the-art facilities, our partnerships with opportunity to gain valuable work experience businesses, our nurturing, supportive campus Whether you’re going on to further studies, or 153 All the support you need and work on live projects with our partners; environments are all geared towards providing want to get straight into work, getting ready which will put you in the best place for the you with the most meaningful, relevant work- for the job you really want starts right here. 156 Find us career you want. ready skills for the real world. 158 How to apply 2 Fife College Prospectus 2019/20 www.fife.ac.uk Find out more at www.fife.ac.uk Fife College Prospectus 2019/20 3 Flexible, personalised Higher Education options Higher National Qualifications - Going on to uni Carrying on your studies at The HNCs/HNDs Open University (OU) If you want to carry on with your studies, Fife HNCs and HNDs are the equivalent level to College is the perfect bridge between finishing We work with The OU in Scotland to offer you a years 1 and 2 at university respectively. But at school and going on to university. number of flexible modules to build on your HNC they mean you get to study in a more flexible You can move from an HNC/HND to year 2/3 or HND, or to learn new skills in different areas. way that suits you and your plans for the future. of a degree without having to re-learn the same So if you want to start working towards a part- One of the many great things about studying at things or repeat a year. time degree, we can help you find a course Fife College is that you don’t have to commit to And you’ll get the chance to get all the tailored to your personal needs and ambitions four years of continuous study like at university. independent study and research skills you need for a career after college. You can just take it year by year, and see how to thrive when you go to university. Plus you could even be able to transfer credits you get on. from your HNC and/or HND to count towards Because you finish each year with a your degree with The OU. recognised qualification, you can go straight Your full degree at Fife College Find out more at www.fife.ac.uk/OU into a job you’re now qualified for. Or go on to your degree. Or take a break and consider Thanks to our close ties with partner what’s next. universities, you can also study for a complete degree right here on your doorstep. Whatever you choose to do, you’ll have the same qualifications as your friends who went This means you can keep all of your costs straight to uni. down, but also benefit from using university facilities like the library, open days, and even But here, you’ll be in a smaller class size and so will some lectures, and get a fully accredited get more help and support from your lecturers. university degree at the end of it all. And because you’ll be studying locally, you can keep your living, travel and study costs down. Plus you can choose to study on a part-time basis, or at evenings and weekends if that’s what fits in best with your life. Your degree, your journey 4 Fife College Prospectus 2019/20 Find out more at www.fife.ac.uk Fife College Prospectus 2019/20 5 Part-time study that fits in with Your study options while still Foundation Apprenticeships your life at school If you’re a pupil in S5 in Fife you can kick Not everyone is able to commit to full-time study. You don’t have to wait until you finish school start your career while still at school with a If you’ve got a busy life, with family and work to start thinking about what you want to do Foundation Apprenticeship. commitments, it’s not easy to find the time. afterwards – you can kick start your future a This innovative career pathway allows you to little bit earlier. That's why we offer a range of part-time learn the skills that employers want and need, courses to help you learn something new and We can help you give yourself a head start and pick up real life work experience. You will get the skills you need for the job you want. through the huge range of courses we offer also get an industry-recognised qualification at through our School College Partnership. SCQF Level 6 – the same level of learning as a You can choose to study a range of courses Higher – all of which adds to your CV for future from introductory to HNC/HND on a part-time In many cases, it means you can come to our college and job applications. basis to fit your studies around your other campus where you’ll experience college life, commitments. Whether day, evening, weekend, learn new skills in our state-of-the-art facilities, You can choose from a range of practical distance, online, or work-based learning suits and study in vocational areas – like hospitality, courses, which can provide a pathway to you best, we are here to help you find the right childcare, engineering, construction, and careers in a range of booming sectors, option for you. Many of our courses are also loads more. All developed with universities and from software development and finance to available to apply for at any time of the year, so industry so you get the skills you really need. engineering and creative industries. you can take that first step to your new career Visit www.fife.ac.uk/schools There are 11 Foundation Apprenticeships whenever you feel ready.