Higher Education Prospectus 2014

UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS

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CONTENTSThe College 4

The City 6

Facilities 9

The right qualification 10

Fees 12

Paying for your course 14

Additional Support 95

Learning with disabilities 96

Come and find out more... 97

How to apply... 98

Contacts 99

UCAS Full Course Codes 100


THE COLLEGE

Choosing the right career path can be a daunting process and once you have set your sights on where you want to be, the journey to get there can sometimes be confusing. At Sunderland College we can make this journey as simple as possible. By providing you with the right advice, the right course and outstanding quality in teaching, our focus is to get you where you want to be.

Located in the North East of England, we’re one of the region’s largest colleges and proud to boast one of the widest choices of higher education courses. You can choose to study with us full-time or part-time to suit your circumstances. You can be sure that you are in good hands. In fact, out of all of the higher education providers in the North East, we’ve been consistently in the top two for student satisfaction. In addition, we’ve received the highest quality mark for higher education from the Quality Assurance Agency.

What’s more, our courses are specially designed to help you progress, so whether you are looking at continuing in education or seeking employment, we have the right connections to help you on your way. Our extensive links with employers will give you experience within the workplace that you will need to help you move into employment when you graduate.



THE CITY

The North East is a great place to study, live and work. Sunderland is a growing city with a diverse culture. It’s a modern, bustling centre that is balanced with relaxing green spaces, stunning coastal scenery and a refreshing attitude to life. Add to that a range of outstanding heritage, cultural and sporting attractions and you will find that Sunderland has everything to offer.

GETTING AROUND

Sunderland is a well-connected city. With Newcastle International Airport just a short drive or train ride away, a direct train link to London Kings Cross and frequent bus and metro services connecting our campuses to all parts of the region, even if you don’t drive, you won’t struggle to get around.

STUDENT NIGHTLIFE

The city centre has an array of bars and restaurants as well as a multi-screen cinema, so there’s no shortage of places to have a good time.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Various venues across the city and many more across the region play host to regular live music nights, featuring up and coming talent from around the city and beyond.

The city also attracts big acts exclusively to the region at the city’s Stadium of Light, where it has hosted acts such as Coldplay, Take That, Rihanna and Kings of Leon. For theatre-lovers there’s the famous Empire Theatre, the Royalty Theatre and the Washington Arts Centre.

The city also boasts the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, National Glass Centre and the Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens.


SHOPPING AND DINING OUT

The retail heart of the city is focused around The Bridges Shopping Centre, where you will find over 100 top high street stores with further new shopping developments planned for the city in the near future. New investment has brought life back to the Victorian streets of the city centre, where independent shops and boutiques offer everything from designer labels to trendy interiors.

There are countless options for dining out, so whatever cuisine you prefer, there will be something to suit your tastes and budget.

SPORT

The unique position of the city means that sports enthusiasts can take advantage of activities that the coastline has to offer including: surfing, wind surfing, kayaking and diving. If you would prefer, the Silksworth Ski Complex offers skiing or snowboarding. The city also boasts the Sunderland Aquatic and Wellness centre which has the only 50m swimming pool between Leeds and Edinburgh. In addition, Sunderland has an array of sport and leisure facilities providing activities for all.



FACILITIES

We’ve installed the latest technologies in our classrooms, studios and workshops to enhance your student experience. You will study at either our Washington or Hylton Campus or within our brand-new Sports and Arts Academies at Bede Campus.

OUR LIST OF FACILITIES INCLUDE:

• Fully-equipped studios

• Industry-standard recording studios

• Sports-science laboratory

• Fitness suite

• Hair and Beauty Salon

• The Lounge Bistro and Bar

• A recently improved network and Wi-Fi access

• Large, fully-stocked Learning Centres


THE RIGHT QUALIFICATION

Choosing the right qualification is important to enable you to progress to where you want to be. The level at which you can study will depend on your personal circumstances. Entry requirements for courses vary between 80-160 UCAS points. However, relevant experience and alternative qualifications will be taken into consideration. Most applicants will receive an individual interview.

HNDS/HNCS

HNDs are approximately equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree course. Programmes tend to be more work-related than typical degree courses. HNDs are usually two years full-time or three years part-time. HNCs are part-time programmes, which take two years to complete. One year part-time ‘HND top-up’ courses are available for those who have an appropriate HNC qualification. Students who successfully complete an HND can apply directly to university to study for an honours degree.

FOUNDATION DEGREES

Foundation degrees are higher education qualifications that provide a valuable link between education and employment. Foundation degrees allow you the chance to study a university degree at the College and gain a qualification, normally in two years, either full or part-time, provided you have a suitable opportunity for workplace and work-based learning. If you want to continue and complete an honours degree, a foundation degree also provides a guaranteed progression route for successful students to study at local universities. They are practical qualifications, designed with employers to give high levels of technical, personal and management skills and knowledge needed in today’s economy.


LEVEL 0 EXTENDED PROGRAMMES

This route is aimed at students with few formal qualifications in the subject area and who need to get the necessary qualification to join an honours degree at university.

These are full-time courses.

TEACHING PROGRAMMES

The College runs a number of part-time programmes that are related to teaching and training. These courses are for practising teachers, lecturers and trainers. The entry requirements vary depending on the particular course you wish to study. Therefore, the courses are aimed at students who need appropriate qualifications to further their careers in teaching. All courses lead to qualifications awarded by the University of Sunderland.

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES

Postgraduate diploma programmes are designed for various purposes, such as training for students wishing to change discipline, develop knowledge within a discipline or preparing for a master’s degree programme. Some of our professional programmes offer exemption from aspects of full masters’ programmes, for example the Chartered Management Institute programmes usually comprise modules with a total of 120 credits.

ACCESS COURSES

The College offers specialist preparatory courses called ‘Access to Higher Education.’ These courses prepare you for future study, at a higher level. We have specialist courses for entry to professions such as nursing, health science, teaching, social work, art, photography and counselling. We also cater for a variety of other courses such as media, science, law, psychology and many more.

For details of our current range of Access to Higher Education courses, please visit sunderlandcollege.ac.uk


FEES

Our fee structure enables you to choose the most cost-effective way to achieve your qualification. Achieving your qualification in steps as your life and budget allows it. For all Higher Education (HE) courses you don’t have to pay your fees up front as these will be covered through a loan from Student Finance England. For advice, guidance and information on payment options and financial support packages available, please contact us on 0191 511 6000.

FULL-TIME COURSES

The College offers a range of full-time HND programmes and the fee stated is per year of study. Full-time HND students will also benefit from a free term-time travel ticket. This can be used across the region, the Shields Ferry and National Rail services between Sunderland and Blaydon.

Fees for full-time programmes accredited by the University of Sunderland differ from those for HND programmes. Students studying with the University of Sunderland may be eligible for a study grant.

For current fee information please refer to our website, or call 0191 511 6000.

PART-TIME COURSES

Our part-time HNC and HND top-up programmes have a fee per year of study. Our prices are extremely competitive in relation to other colleges and universities.

Fees for part-time programmes accredited by other providers may vary. Latest fee information can be found on the College website, or by calling 0191 511 6000.

All courses accredited by universities are clearly stated next to each course information sheet in this guide.



PAYING FOR YOUR COURSE

There is a lot of support available to help you pay for your course. Part-time students are able to apply for the same levels of student finance as full-time students, this means that you will not need to pay for your course up front, and you will only pay back your loan when you’re earning over £21,000 per year.

FULL AND PART-TIME COURSESThere are two main costs you will need to consider: tuition fees and living costs.

TUITION FEES

Full and part-time students are eligible for a government loan to pay for tuition fees. This means that you will not have to pay anything up front and you only start paying for your loan in April following completion of your course, in addition you will only start to repay when you are earning over £21,000 a year.

If you do not earn over £21,000 a year you will not need to pay back your loan. If you do earn over £21,000 then you will pay nine per cent* of the value above £21,000.

*Correct at time of print


LIVING COSTS

Living costs cover things like accommodation, food and travel costs. This will vary depending on where you study.

If you’re studying full-time, loans, grants and scholarships are available to help you with your living costs. What you will receive will depend on your personal circumstances.

GRANTS

The important thing about grants is that, unlike a loan, they do not have to be paid back. If you are eligible, the amount you receive depends on your household income. If you’re a student from a lower income background, they can help pay towards your living costs (food, travel, accommodation etc) while you study.

DISABLED STUDENTS’ ALLOWANCE

Extra financial help will be available to disabled students studying through the Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs). You can get DSAs if you are on a full-time or part-time higher education course. DSAs help pay for extra costs you might have as a direct result of your disability, mental health condition or specific learning difficulty. The allowances can help with the cost of having a person support you, such as a note taker, items of specialist equipment, travel and other course related costs.

The amount of DSAs you get doesn’t depend on your household income but it does depend on your needs assessment.

FIND OUT ABOUT HIGHER EDUCATION FINANCE

For further detail about any aspect of Higher Education funding please visit www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance



ARTS - VISUAL AND PERFORMING


HNC FINE ART

LEVEL 4 / 2 YEARS / PART-TIME / BEDE CAMPUS

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is for you if you have a real passion for art and are looking for a professional career within the visual arts sector. It is aimed at developing skills in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography and life drawing.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR THE COURSE?

You will need a level 3 qualification to apply for the course. Mature candidates will be considered without formal qualifications, dependent upon previous experience.

WHAT ARE THE KEY THINGS YOU WILL LEARN?

During the course you will be introduced to a broad range of practical techniques, materials and processes in fine art skills in both 2D, (painting, drawing and printmaking) and 3D (sculpture). In addition to this you will learn how to develop the specialist skills needed to work as a professional artist.

Alongside your practical studies you will also study an art history programme, which focuses upon late twentieth century art history and current debates within contemporary art theory.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is largely practical and is delivered through a variety of methods, including:

• Practical workshops

• Demonstrations

• Formal lectures

• Seminars

• Live projects

• Visits and negotiated projects

You will be supported through personal tutorials and will be expected to work independently to extend your studies, beyond the taught studio sessions.

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

The course provides you with the opportunity to progress to an HND and then onto the final year of a BA Honours Fine Art Degree. It also prepares you for a career within the visual arts sector of the creative industries.

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HND FINE ART

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME / BEDE CAMPUS


This course is for anyone with a real passion for art, looking for a professional career within the visual arts sector. It is aimed at developing skills in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography and life drawing.


Applicants will need a minimum of 80 UCAS points to apply for the course.

Mature candidates will be considered without formal qualifications, dependent on previous experience and assessment of portfolio.


During the course you will focus on developing skills, techniques and attributes needed to work as a professional artist; using a range of practical techniques, materials and processes. This can include 2D (painting, drawing and printmaking) and 3D (sculpture).

Alongside your practical studies you will also study art history, which focuses on late twentieth century art history and current debates within contemporary art theory.

Throughout the course, you will be provided with opportunities to develop higher level skills in a fine art context.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is largely practical and is delivered through a variety of methods including:

• Practical workshops

• Demonstrations

• Formal lectures

• Seminars

• Live projects

• Visits and negotiated projects

You will be supported through personal tutorials and will be expected to work independently to extend your studies beyond taught studio sessions.


This course provides you with an opportunity to progress to the final year of an Honours Degree in Fine Art. It also prepares you for a career within the visual arts sector of the creative industries.

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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHY



This Foundation Degree course is for anyone who is looking to gain knowledge and experience of photography as well as a recognised qualification. If you have a flare for photography and the different routes it can take you, then this course is for you.


To apply for this course you must have a related art-based level 3 qualification and a level 2 qualification in maths and English. Mature students may be accepted onto the course on the basis of a portfolio interview.


On this course you will be introduced to a broad range of practical photographic techniques, materials and processes applicable to your studies. You will also learn how to research, evaluate and present ideas both verbally and in a written form. In addition, you will also be encouraged to develop skills related to analysis, innovation, expression and organisation.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The learning will take place through a variety of ways, assignments designed to explore practical and theoretical ideas and problems, formal lectures supporting studio work and debate which challenges concepts.


Upon completion of the Foundation Degree in Applied Photography, and a bridging module, you can go on to a top-up programme at University to gain a BA (Hons) Degree in Photography. Alternatively you can progress outside the academic environment in the world of professional photography.

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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) APPLIED MUSIC PRACTICE

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEAR / FULL-TIME / BEDE CAMPUS


If you have a musical background and would like to further develop a specialist knowledge in the subject, then this is the course for you.


You will need a level 3 qualification and/or 140 UCAS points or relevant professional experience and a level 2 qualification in maths and English. You will also need to pass an interview/audition procedure.


Over the two years you will study:

• Creative digital technologies

• Practical arranging

• Venue performing

• Harmony and analysis

• Teaching/facilitating skills

You will also undertake a practical music project each year.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will be taught through a variety of methods including lectures, seminars, practical workshops, independent learning and individual research projects.


After successfully completing the course you could move on to a top up year at university. This could be followed by a P.G.C.E teaching qualification. Alternatively you could also find a role within the music industry.


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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) DANCE



The course is for anyone who wants to study dance full-time with the aim of a career in the dance industry either as a performer, choreographer, teacher or dance in the community facilitator.


The minimum requirement for the course is 140 UCAS points, relevant dance knowledge and experience to meet the demands of the course and a level 2 qualification in maths and English. A level 3 qualification in Performing Arts/Dance is also desirable but not essential. You will also need to take part in a practical audition and interview.


The course enables you to develop your skills in the following areas:

• Contemporary dance

• Ballet - classical and modern

• Jazz and popular dance

• Performing arts

• Choreography

• Dance analysis

• Physical theatre

• Social and historical aspects of dance

• Working in the performing arts industry

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will mainly be taught through practical classes and workshops to meet the high vocational demands of the course. The theory elements of the course are used to support and underpin practical knowledge, these aspects are delivered through lectures, presentations, seminars and research based activities.


On successful completion of the course you can either continue your education to do a ‘top-up’ year to convert your Foundation Degree into a BA Hons Degree, or work towards a career in the dance industry.


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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) DRAMA



This course is for people who are considering a vocation within the drama industry and gain a deeper insight into theatre. Previous students have sought careers in teaching, youth work, community drama and acting.


Applicants will need to have a minimum of 140 UCAS points to apply for this course and a level 2 qualification in maths and English.


This course covers key concepts in Drama including:

• Performing arts production

• Introduction to naturalist/realist theatre

• Experimental performance

• Theatre in education

• Scriptwriting for live performance

• Theatre production

• Key theatre practitioners

• Directing for the stage

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is split into practical 60% and theory 40%, allowing those who wish to be performers to gain the practical experience and those who wish to take another route in the industry to be equipped with the skills and academic knowledge needed. All practical work is underpinned with academic work.


You could top the Foundation Degree up to a full BA Hons Degree by applying to gain entry into the third year of a degree programme, or this qualification could lead you straight into employment.


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I now believe that with a bit of hard work and determination anything is possible. Above all the College has not only helped me achieve my goals but has exceeded them to an extent I didn’t know was possible.

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BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT


HNC BUSINESS

LEVEL 4 / 2 YEARS / PART-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


The course is for people who would like a highly regarded business and management qualification that focuses on practical skills and knowledge. It will help improve your job prospects within many different types of organisations in addition to providing a platform for further study.


This course is for adults who have a relevant level 3 qualification. If you have appropriate work experience and are aged over 21, we will also be happy to consider your application.


You will learn a range of different Business & Management necessities including:

• Techniques and knowledge

• Organisations and behaviour

• Business environment

• Law - contract and negligence

• Managing communication knowledge & information

• Marketing

• Managing financial resources and decisions

• HRM

• Professional development

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will learn through a mixture of practical and theory classroom sessions. Assignments you are set will incorporate your workplace knowledge.


This course will give you access to a variety of other qualifications. One option is to undertake a one year (part-time) top up to an HND in Business & Management, and then, you can progress onto a BA (Hons).



HND BUSINESS (TOP UP)

LEVEL 5 / 1 YEAR / PART-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course is for those who would like to continue their studies and have already successfully achieved an HNC in Business (Management).


Applicants for this course need to have successfully achieved the HNC Business.


This course covers the following modules:

• Operations management

• HRM

• Law for business

• Business strategy

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will learn through a mixture of practical and theory classroom sessions. Assignments will incorporate workplace knowledge.


After completing this course you can progress on to a top-up business or management based degree to achieve a full honours qualification or develop your career in business and business management.



HND BUSINESS

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME / BEDE AND/OR WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course is designed for post A-Level students who are looking for a vocationally orientated undergraduate qualification. It is also suitable for mature students who are looking to enhance their career prospects.


You will need to be over 18 and have a relevant level 3 qualification and at least 120 UCAS points.

We also accept applications from people over 21 who have appropriate work experience.


This course covers the following modules:

• Learning and information skills

• Marketing

• Organisations and behaviour

• Business environment

• Finance

• Business law

• Human resource management

• Professional development

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

This course is vocational in nature and all theory is related to practical real world situations.

You will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, activity workshops, role play and practical tasks. You will also have regular individual tutorials.


After completing this course you can progress on to a top-up business or management based degree to achieve a full honours qualification or enter a career in business management.

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I now feel that there are no limits to where my study could lead me, it has opened up many different avenues for me and it has helped me identify my skills and abilities.

JILL HENDRY


George Clarke offers advice to our HND students.


CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING


HNC BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING

LEVEL 4 / 2 YEARS / PART-TIME / HYLTON CAMPUS


This course is for those who wish to follow and develop one of the many professional careers in Building Services Supervisory and Management areas.


For those that have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:

• National Certificate/Diploma in Construction (or related area)

• NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance (plus a suitably recognised ‘bridging’ course programme and/site experience)

• Mature students will be interviewed and accepted onto the course depending on work experience, enthusiasm and range of professional qualifications in their work sector


This course covers:

• Design Principles and Application

• Services Science

• Analytical Methods

• Management Principles and Applications

• Group Project

• Health and Safety

Other areas covered are Electrical Theory, Electrical and Electronics Control and Principals, Electrical Installation A, Lighting Applications, Power Supplies to Buildings, Fire Protection and Security, Electrical Installation B, Building Management and Systems Work-based Learning.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

This course is classroom and theory based, with the assessment carried out via a varied series of assignments, portfolio building and individual and group based presentations.


After successfully completing the course you could progress onto the Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment or a degree programme at university. You could also find employment within the professional levels of the construction industry.



HNC CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT



The course is for people looking to follow and develop one of the many professional careers in construction including management, architecture, design, quantity surveying, building surveying and land surveying.


Applicants will need to have a National Certificate/Diploma in Construction or related subject area; or an NVQ level 3 in a construction craft including a suitably recognised bridging course programme and/or site experience.

If you are a mature student, you will be interviewed and accepted onto the course depending on work experience, enthusiasm, and a range of professional qualifications in your work sector.


This course covers the following key areas:

• Design principles

• Management principles

• Science and materials

• Construction and maintenance of buildings

• Contractual procedures

• Environment

• Measurement (Q.S.)

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



After successfully completing the course you could move onto the Higher National Diploma in Construction or a degree programme at university. You could also go on to find employment within the professional levels of the construction industry.



HND BUILDING SERVICES (TOP UP)

LEVEL 5 / 1 YEAR / PART-TIME / HYLTON CAMPUS


This course is for people looking to top up their Building Services Engineering HNC qualification to follow and develop one of the many professional careers in construction including management, architecture, design, quantity surveying, building surveying and land surveying.


As this is a top up course for the HNC Construction course you will need to have at least ten passes of the required HNC units.


This course covers five further areas of construction including:

• Law and contract

• Refurbishment and adaption of buildings

• Technology

• Design procedures

• Analytical methods

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



After successfully completing the course you could move onto a degree programme at university. You could also go on to find employment within the professional levels of the construction industry.



HND CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT (TOP UP)



This course is for people looking to top up their Construction HNC qualification to follow and develop one of the many professional careers in construction including management, architecture, design, quantity surveying, building surveying and land surveying.


As this is a top up course for the HNC Construction and the Built Environment course you will need to have at least ten passes of the required HNC units.


This course covers five further areas of construction including:

• Law and contract

• Refurbishment and adaption of buildings

• Technology

• Design procedures

• Analytical methods

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



After successfully completing the course you could move onto a degree programme at university. You could also go on to find employment within the professional levels of the construction industry.




ENGINEERING


HNC ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING



This course is for those progressing from a level 3 qualification in electrical/electronic engineering who wish to develop a range of skills and techniques to gain employment at a professional level or those preparing for a range of technical and management careers in manufacturing engineering.


To apply for this course you will need to have one of the following:

• A BTEC level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic. Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

Mature students with appropriate work experience can also apply.


You will study a range of subjects including:

• Analytical methods for engineers

• Engineering science

• Project design, implementation and evaluation

• Engineering design

• Electrical and electronic principles

• Programmable logic controllers

• Instrumentation and control principles

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The programme will include a range of different learning techniques including, classroom-based teaching, craft workshops, group and individual activities.


This course enables progression to an HND Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Top Up) and counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in manufacturing engineering or related area.



HND IN ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME / SHINEY ROW CAMPUS


This course is for those progressing from a level 3 qualification in Electrical/Electronic or Operations and Maintenance Engineering or relevant A-Level study programme, who wish to develop a range of skills and techniques to preparing for a range of technical and management careers in electrical/electronic engineering. This course also enables progression to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in electrical/electronic engineering or related area.


To apply for the course you will need to have one of the following:

• A level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic or Operations and Maintenance Engineering or relevant A-Level qualifications

• An HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering



You will study from a range of subjects which include:

• Engineering Science





• Electronic principles

• Instrumentation and control principles

• Electrical power

• Electrical, electronic and digital principles

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The programme will include a range of different learning techniques including: classroom-based teaching, craft workshops, group and individual activities.


This course enables progression to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in electrical and/or electronic engineering or related area.



HNC ENGINEERING OPERATIONS



This course is for students progressing from a level 3 qualification in operations and maintenance engineering or electrical/electronic engineering who wish to develop a range of skills and techniques to progress in their career. It is also for students preparing for a range of technical and management careers in manufacturing engineering.


If you have recently left education you will need either a BTEC National Certificate or Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent level 3 qualification including A-Levels.

Mature learners with relevant industry experience and/or professional qualifications can also apply.


There are three mandatory units on this course, they are:




HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



This course enables you to progress to an HND in Engineering Operations (Top Up). It also counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualifications in manufacturing engineering or related areas.



HNC MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING



This course is for anyone progressing from a level 3 qualification in engineering who wish to develop a range of skills and techniques to progress in their careers, or those preparing for a range of technical and management careers in manufacturing engineering.


For those who have recently been in education you will need one of the following to apply:

• A BTEC National Certificate or Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering, or Electric/Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Mature students may provide a more varied profile of achievement which is to include extensive work experience in a relevant area and/or have achieved a range of professional qualifications in their work sector.


There are three mandatory core units as well as an extensive range of optional, specialist units you will study on this course.

Mandatory units:




Optional specialist units include:


• Manufacturing process

• Computer aided design and manufacture

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



This course enables progression to an HND Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering (Top Up) or counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in manufacturing engineering or related area.



HND IN MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME / SHINEY ROW CAMPUS


This course is for those progressing from a level 3 qualification in Manufacturing Engineering who would like to develop a range of skills and techniques to prepare for a range of technical and management careers in manufacturing engineering. This course also enables progression to or counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualifications in manufacturing engineering.



• Level 3 Diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or relevant A-Levels

• HNC Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent



You will study a range of subjects which could include:




• Manufacturing, planning and scheduling principles


• Manufacturing process


• Statistical process control

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The programme will include a range of different learning techniques including: classroom-based teaching, craft workshops, group and individual activities.


This course enables progression to or counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in manufacturing engineering or related area.

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HND IN MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING (TOP UP)



This course is for those progressing from an HNC Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering who wish fully develop a range of skills and techniques to progress in their careers, or those preparing for a range of technical and management careers in manufacturing engineering.


For those who have recently been in education, you will need:

• A BTEC HNC Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering or related work experience


You will study a range of subjects including mandatory and more specialist option units.

Mandatory units:




• Manufacturing, planning and scheduling principles

Optional specialist units include:


• Business management techniques for engineers


• Management of projects

• Managing the work of individuals and teams

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



This course enables progression to or counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in manufacturing engineering or related area.



HND ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING (TOP UP)



This course is for anyone progressing from a HNC Diploma in Electrical/Electronic engineering who wishes to develop a range of skills and techniques to develop their career opportunities, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life at the appropriate professional level including a range of technical and management roles in manufacturing engineering.


You will need to have successfully achieved the HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering to apply for this course.


The key things you will learn on this course are





Optional units include:


• Electronic principles

• Programmable logic controllers


HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



This course enables progression to or counts towards an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in electrical and/or electronic engineering or related area.




The student environment was one of the main reasons I choose Sunderland College. The staff are very student focused and the smaller class sizes make the whole experience more personal.

SAMANTHA STIRZAKER


HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE


HNC HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE



This course is for you if you need the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in employment within the health sector and social care sector at supervisory or management level, or for progression to an HND in Health and Social Care.


To apply for this course applicants will need a BTEC level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or A-Level in a relevant subject, supported by GCSE grades at A*-C.

Other related level 3 qualifications, or an Access to Higher Education certificate will also meet the entry requirements. Related work experience can be advantageous.


This course covers the key aspects of Health and Social Care including:

• Communicating in health and social care

• Organisation’s principles of health and social care practice

• Personal and professional development in health and social care

• Health and safety in the health and social care workplace

• Working in partnership in health and social care

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will experience a range of practical and theoretical based tasks ranging from lectures, case studies, group tasks and research tasks.


After completing this course you can progress to an HND in Health and Social Care (Top Up). Alternatively, you could go directly into employment.



FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) COUNSELLING



This course is for people looking to pursue a professional qualification in counselling that will allow them to progress towards full accreditation as a counselling practitioner.


You will need a full level 3 qualification in Counselling or an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Combined Studies (Counselling).


This course covers the key aspects of counselling including:

• Personal development

• Counselling skills practice and development

• Professional issues

• The core model of counselling

• Comparative models in counselling

• Introduction to counselling research

• Contemporary issues in counselling

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

This course is taught using a variety of styles including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and observed counselling skills practice.

You will also be required to complete a work placement of a minimum of sixty hours supervised counselling practice.


This course provides a direct route of progression onto the BA (Top-up) Honours Degree in Counselling at the University of Sunderland. You could also use the skills gained to find voluntary or paid counselling work.

WHAT COSTS WILL YOU INCUR?

You will need to cover the costs of textbooks, personal counselling/therapy and external supervision.




HND HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course has been designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment in the health and social care services as well as possible progression to the third year of a degree programme.


You must be 18 years of age or over and possess one of the following:

• BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Care/Health Studies

• AVCE/Advanced S/NVQ level 3 in appropriate vocational area

• A level with four passes (A*-C) at GCSE including Maths and English or equivalent level 2

• An Access to Higher Education qualification

• 80 UCAS points

Applications are also welcome from mature students with relevant work experience.


The course includes both mandatory and optional units. Examples of some of the units are detailed below:

• Communicating in health and social care organisations

• Principles in health and social care practice

• Health and safety in the health and social care workplace

• Safeguarding in health and social care

• Social policy

• Psychology for health and social care

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will be taught through seminars, lectures and interactive workshops sessions. You will also access self-study resource materials.


This qualification will enable you to progress to a final year of a degree programme or to seek employment within the sector.

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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE



This course is for those who work part-time in health and social care or who have an interest in progressing their career in the sector.


You will need to have a suitable level 3 qualification, a GCSE in English and preferably a level 2 numeracy qualification.


The course covers a range of topics including:

• Assessment, care planning and identification of risk

• Exploring psycho-social theory

• Understanding health and social care

• Advocacy and empowerment

• Health improvements and healthy lifestyles

• Working with adults

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

All of the teaching is in the classroom, but you will be required to apply this to inform your learning in your work placement.


On successful completion of the course you will be able to top up your foundation degree to a full BA (Hons) Degree.


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ICT


HNC COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT



This course is for people who wish to build a career in computing or a related role. You will develop your computing skills across a wide variety of areas. If you’re looking for a career change, this is a popular method to gain the necessary qualifications.


If you have recently left education you will need either a BTEC National Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma in Computing/IT or equivalent level 3 qualification including A-Levels.

Mature students with relevant industry experience and/or professional qualifications can also apply.


This course covers the following areas:

• Computer systems

• Programming

• Website design and creation

• E-commerce

• Systems analysis

• It security management

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will learn through a combination of group and individual practical work, classroom teaching and directed private study.


An HNC in Computing is a recognised qualification which can lead to job opportunities in many organisations.

The HNC is also a regular route to an HND in Computing (Top Up) which in turn can lead to a full degree.



HND COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT (TOP UP)



This course is for people looking to build a career in computing or a related role. You will develop your computing skills across a wide variety of areas. It is also an ideal route to the final year of a degree course in computing.



• Level 3 Diploma in Computing or related subject

• HNC Diploma in Computing or equivalent

Relevant A-Levels Mature students with appropriate work experience can also apply.


The course covers six units including:

• Database design concepts

• E-commerce strategy


• Data analysis and design

• Programming in java/event driven solutions

• Information systems in organisations

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



An HND in Computing and Systems Development is a recognised qualification which can lead to job opportunities in many organisations. The HND is also a regular route to a BSc (Hons) in Computing.



HND COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT



This course is for people looking to build a career in computing or a related role. You will develop your computing skills across a wide variety of areas. It is also an ideal route to the final year of a degree course in computing.


Applicants will need 50 UCAS points, or you could hold a combination of qualifications which show you can be successful on the HND.


This course covers 16 units including:

• Computer systems

• Programming

• Computer games design and development

• Website design and creation

• Lan technologies

• E-commerce

• Systems analysis

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?



An HND in Computing is a recognised qualification which can lead to job opportunities in many organisations.

The HND can also be topped up to a BSc (Hons) in Computing in only one more year.

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PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES


DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTANCY AND MANAGEMENT (AAT LEVEL 4)



This course is for people who have completed the AAT level 3 Diploma in Accounting and are looking to progress to level 4 and take the appropriate AAT exams.


You will need to have completed the AAT level 3 Diploma in Accounting. You will need to register with AAT (fee payable).


The course covers further accounting topics including:

• Producing published accounts for limited companies, including cash flow statements

• Management accounting including budgeting and analysing financial performance

• Personal and business tax

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is predominantly classroom based including assessments spread throughout the course.


After successfully completing this course you could consider a further level 5 qualification.



DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT (CMI LEVEL 5)

LEVEL 5 / 36 WEEKS / PART-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course is for students looking to continue their studies in management, junior managers wishing to learn new skills and enhance their career opportunities or senior managers/directors who want to underpin their practice with knowledge of latest theory and methodology, while gaining a high level qualification that reflects their understanding. It’s also popular with employers who want a better educated and more motivated management and a good return on their investment.


You will need a level 3 or 4 qualification, or appropriate work experience in a junior or senior managerial capacity.


This course covers all aspects of business including strategic marketing, financial management, change management, operations management, human resource planning, project management and leadership.

You will learn to use tools and methodologies that will be of immediate benefit in your workplace.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) place a strong emphasis on practical skills development and work based assessment alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding in their sector. The course also includes a work based project to bring real benefit to your organisation.


Apart from facilitating career progression a key academic progression path for CMI level 5 learners is to a CMI level 7 Diploma and then perhaps an MBA programme.



DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP (CMI LEVEL 7)

LEVEL 7 / 36 WEEKS / PART-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course is for graduates and/or senior managers/directors who want to underpin their practice with knowledge of latest theory and methodology, while gaining a Masters level qualification that reflects their understanding. It’s also popular with employers who want a better educated and more motivated management and a good return on their investment.


You will need a degree level qualification, CMI level 5 Diploma or appropriate work experience in a strategic capacity.


This course provides you with a work based strategic overview of all aspects of business including strategic marketing, financial management, change management, operations management, human resource planning, project management and leadership.

You will learn to use tools and methodologies that will be of immediate benefit in your workplace.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) offer a strong emphasis on practical skills development and work based assessment alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding in their sector. The course includes a work based project to bring real benefit to your organisation. There is a wealth of experience amongst yourself and your classmates and we encourage you to learn from each other as well by sharing your experience and partaking in lively discussion.


Apart from facilitating career progression, a key academic progression path for CMI level 7 learners is to an MBA programme.



I have developed confidence with staff who believe in my abilities enough to provide some teaching experience in the Leadership and management department.

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The College has helped me realise my dream, I wanted to secure a place to get a degree in social work and be able to work with young people.

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PUBLIC SERVICES


HND PUBLIC SERVICES



This course is for people who wish to be employed in management, or as an officer within the Public Services Sector (e.g. Armed forces, Police, Fire Service; Prison Service or other uniformed and non-Uniformed Services). It is a 2 year course.


You will need to have successfully completed a level 3 course (e.g. BTEC National, at level 3, A levels, 80 UCAS points) however there are flexible entry requirements for mature applicants.


On this course you will study a range of modules including Research projects, organisations and behaviour, fair treatment in public services, justice and punishment, custodial care in England and Wales.

In year two you will look at: managing public sector finance, government decision-making and the public services, emergency planning and aspects of criminal law.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is assessed by a variety of theoretical and practical assignments, research projects and reports, presentations and practical observations. There is a major research project to complete in year two, as well as a work placement period and evaluation.

Teaching sessions will be a combination of lectures, seminars, group-work and sector work experience. We will also look at life and outdoor activity courses guest speakers and national residential and local fieldwork visits to UK military and other service establishments and expeditions are also part of this programme.


Once you have completed the HND, you may top-up to a degree in public services management at a University.

Alternatively you could choose to move into the sector and apply for officer training in the military or within the police, fire, prison or other services.

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SCIENCE


JOINT SCHEME OF EXTENDED PROGRAMMES (LEVEL 0) SCIENCE (BIOMEDICAL)

LEVEL 4 / 1 YEAR COLLEGE, 3 YEARS AT UNIVERSITY FULL-TIME / WASHINGTON CAMPUS


This course is suitable for you if you are aiming to progress onto a Science-based course at university or have a non-scientific background wishing to re-train in science.


Ideally, you should have four GCSEs at Grade C or above, two of which should be Mathematics and English Language (IELTS 6.0) and have studied a level 3 programme in Science e.g. BTEC National Diploma, A-Levels.

Applications from mature students without a level 3 qualification are welcomed and considered on an individual basis.


The main subjects you will cover on this course are:

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physiology

You will also cover a range of supporting skills modules which are:

• Mathematics

• Statistics

• Study Skills

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will experience a combination of teaching and learning styles as follows:

• Seminars

• Practical sessions

• Computer based tutorials

• Individual and group projects


After successful completion of this course you are guaranteed a place at the University of Sunderland to specialise in your chosen science. At the end of the further three years of study you will achieve your BSc in Science.


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JOINT SCHEME OF EXTENDED PROGRAMMES (LEVEL 0) SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY)



This course is suitable for you if you have a strong interest in Psychology.


Ideally, you should have four GCSEs at Grade C or above, two of which should be Mathematics and English Language (IELTS 6.0) and have studied a level 3 programme in Science e.g. BTEC National Diploma, A-Levels.

Applications from mature students without a level 3 qualification are welcomed and considered on an individual basis.


The main subject areas you will study:

• Individual differences

• Research methods

• Clinical psychology

• Physiology

• Mathematics, statistics, IT and study skills are studied as supporting modules

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will experience a combination of teaching and learning styles as follows:

• Lectures

• Seminars





After successful completion of this course you are guaranteed a place at the University of Sunderland to specialise in your chosen Psychology course. At the end of the further three years of study you will achieve your BSc.


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JOINT SCHEME OF EXTENDED PROGRAMMES (LEVEL 0) SCIENCE (BIOPHARMACEUTICAL)



This course is suitable for those who wish to have completed an A-Level Chemistry and wish to progress to Biopharmaceutical Science or related.


Ideally, you should have four GCSEs at Grade C or above, two of which should be Mathematics and English Language (IELTS 6.0) and to have completed an A-Level Chemistry programme.

However, if you are without these qualifications you may still be accepted on the course following an interview.


The subjects you will cover on this course are:

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physiology

These are the main subject areas for this course, you will also cover a range of supporting skills modules which are:

• Mathematics

• Statistics

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

On this course you will experience a combination of teaching and learning styles as follows:

• Lectures

• Seminars





After successful completion of this course you are guaranteed a place at the University of Sunderland to specialise in your chosen science. At the end of the further three years of study you will achieve your BSc in Science.


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HND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE FOR INDUSTRY



This course is for those who have a level three Science qualification and are looking to improve practical skills to progress into Employment or Higher Education.


To apply for this course you should have:

• A minimum of 40 UCAS Points

• A relevant A-Level, BTEC Level 3 or equivalent.

• A minimum of a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English

We also welcome mature applications from those who have appropriate experience in the industry.


You will study a range of subjects including:

• Cell biology

• Laboratory techniques

• Industrial microbiology

• Physiology of cellular systems in animals

• Food molecules, additives and their roles

• Biochemistry of macromolecules and metabolic pathways

• Neurophysiology and homeostatic control of the human body

• Molecular genetics

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The programme includes a range of different learning techniques including lectures, seminars, group discussion, workshops and fieldwork. The course is assessed by a variety of theoretical and practical assignments, research projects and reports, presentations and practical observations.


You could apply for a degree in a Biological Science based programme. Alternatively you may choose to seek employment in the Science industry.

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HND CHEMICAL SCIENCE FOR INDUSTRY



This course is for you if you have a level 3 Science qualification would like to develop your practical skills to progress into Employment or Higher Education.


To apply for the course you will need to have the following:

• A minimum of 40 UCAS Points

• A relevant A-Level, BTEC Level 3 or equivalent.

• A minimum of a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English

We also welcome applications from mature students who have appropriate experience in the industry.


You will study a range of different subject including:

• Organic chemistry

• Inorganic Chemistry

• Physical chemistry

• Chemical laboratory techniques

• Atomic and nuclear physics for spectroscopic applications

• Analysis of scientific data

• Physical chemistry of spectroscopy, surfaces and chemical and phase equilibria

• Analytical chemistry

• Organic chemistry of aromatic and carbonyl compounds

• Inorganic chemistry of crystal structures and transition metal complexes

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The programme includes a range of different learning techniques including lectures, seminars, group discussion, workshops and fieldwork. The course is assessed by a variety of theoretical and practical assignments, research projects and reports, presentations and practical observation.


After completing the course you could apply for a degree in a Chemistry based programme. Alternatively you may choose to seek employment in the Chemical Science industry.

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The teaching staff are excellent. They care about us and our learning and want us to do really well!

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SPORT


HNC SPORT (COACHING AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT)



This course is for people who want to develop their interest in sport to a higher academic level.

You might be a voluntary coach wanting to take your hobby to the next level or you might be working full-time in the sport sector and want to boost your career prospects.


Applicants should have an appropriate level 3 qualification in sport. Mature applicants without a level 3 qualification will need to have some experience in sports coaching.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is a combination of practical, theory and individual studies. As well as developing your practical coaching skills in the sports hall and your knowledge of coaching and development in the classroom, you will be asked to plan, implement and review the personal developments that you would like to see happen over the duration of the course.



• Applied sports coaching

• Evolution of sports development

• The sports and leisure industry

• Anatomy and physiology for sport and exercise

• Nutrition for sport and exercise

• Skill acquisition in sport

• Sport and exercise for specific groups


The HNC course can lead directly onto a HND (Top Up) course in Sport which is a further 1 year of study at the College.

You can also apply the knowledge back into the industry as a participation coach or a local sports development officer.



HND SPORT (COACHING AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT)



This course is for people who want to develop their interest in sport to a higher academic level.

You might be a voluntary coach wanting to take your hobby to the next level or you might be working full-time in the sport sector and want to boost your career prospects.


Applicants will need 120 UCAS points. Mature applicants without a level 3 qualification will need to have some experience in sports coaching.



• Applied sports coaching

• Evolution of sports development

• The sports and leisure industry

• Anatomy and physiology for sport and exercise

• Managing sports development

• Work based experience

• Injury prevention and treatment

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is a combination of practical, theory and individual studies.

As well as developing your practical coaching skills in the sports hall and your knowledge of coaching and development in the classroom, you will be asked to plan, implement and review the personal developments that you would like to see happen over the duration of the course.


The HND course can allow you to access a top-up year at university to gain a BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport or Sport Development and Coaching.

You can also apply the knowledge back into the industry as a participation coach or a local sports development officer.

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FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdSc) EXERCISE, HEALTH AND FITNESS



If you would like to gain the understanding of the issues surrounding health, fitness and exercise then this course is for you.


You will need 160 UCAS points as well as a GCSE grade C in Maths and English (or their equivalent level 2 key skills qualification) to apply for this course. If you are over 21 and have some industry experience in the exercise and fitness sector an interview with the programme leader is required.


You will study a range of modules in all aspects of exercise, health and fitness including:

• Exercise management and leadership

• Sports nutrition, fitness testing, sports massage, exercise referral and personal training

• Anatomy and physiology of exercise, the health and fitness sector and exercise psychology

• You will also get the chance to complete a level 2 gym instructor qualification and gain work experience

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

On this course you will study in a range of ways including:

• Sessions in the sports hall

• On our 3G sports pitches

• In the classroom

• In the anatomy and physiology lab


After completing this course you can go directly onto a one year top up to a full Degree in Exercise, Health and Fitness at the University of Sunderland or alternatively this course can lead directly into employment in roles such as exercise specialist or a gym instructor.


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Our brand new Sports Academy, opening September 2014.



TEACHING


FOUNDATION DEGREE (FdA) EDUCATION AND CARE



This course is for people who work in childcare and education who want to enhance their skills and career prospects and continue with their studies whilst still in work.


You will need to be in relevant employment, have a suitable level 3 qualification as well as GCSE English. You will also need to have a level 2 numeracy qualification.


The course covers key areas including:

• The curriculum

• Inclusion and diversity

• Creativity and thinking skills

• Childhood transitions

• Safeguarding children

• Social policy and child well-being

• The use of ICT within the curriculum

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

All of the teaching is in the classroom, but you will be expected to use your experience of the workplace to inform your learning.


After successfully completing the course you will be able to top up your foundation degree to a full BA at the University of Sunderland.




PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POST COMPULSORY EDUCATION AND TRAINING



This course is for people who are currently teaching in the post compulsory sector and wish to formalise your experience by gaining a professional or graduate certificate. This course is also for people looking to change career and become a teacher in the post compulsory sector.


To apply for this course you will need to have a level 3 subject specialist qualification e.g. NVQ level 3 and have a literacy and numeracy qualification at level 2 or be working towards them. You will also need:

• A minimum of 50 teaching hours in your first year

• A minimum of 50 hours in your second year

• Be working in a full teaching role as specified by LLUK

• Be teaching a range of group sizes including small group work and large group work

• An enhanced CRB check

• Become a member of the Institute for Learning

You will be required to complete an initial assessment and formal interview.


Whilst on this course you will learn the practical skills and theoretical underpinning knowledge of teaching and learning in the post compulsory education and training sector.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will be assessed practically through observations of your teaching practice throughout the year and through various assignments including presentations, reports and essays.


This course will enable you to go through professional formation and achieve Qualified Teaching and Learning Status (QTLS) in the Lifelong Learning Sector. You might also want to progress on to the BA Honours in Education.




PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN POST COMPULSORY EDUCATION AND TRAINING



This course is for people who are currently teaching in the post compulsory sector and wish to formalise your experience by gaining a professional or graduate certificate. This course is also for people looking to change career and become a teacher in the post compulsory sector.


To apply for this course you will need to have a degree in a specialist subject. You will need to have a literacy and numeracy qualifications at level 2 or be working towards them. You will also need:

• A minimum of 50 teaching hours in your first year

• A minimum of 50 hours in your second year

• Be working in a full teaching role as specified by LLUK

• Be teaching a range of group sizes including small group work and large group work

• An enhanced CRB check

• Become a member of the Institute for Learning

If your application is successful you will be required to complete an initial assessment and formal interview.


Whilst on this course you will learn the practical skills and theoretical underpinning knowledge of teaching and learning in the post compulsory education and training sector.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

On this course you will be taught through both practical and theoretical methods. It will be assessed practically through observations of your teaching practice throughout the year and through various assignments including presentations, reports and essays.


This course will enable you to go through professional formation and achieve Qualified Teaching and Learning Status (QTLS) in the Lifelong Learning Sector. You might also want to progress a Masters Programme in Education.




HND ADVANCED PRACTICE IN WORK WITH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES



If you want to work as an Early Years Practitioner or Nursery Manager with children aged 0-8years, as a nationally recognised level 5 vocationally specific qualification this course will allow you to practice within a range of settings in the early years sector.


You will need at least 100 UCAS points to apply for this course as well as GCSE grade A-C in English and preferably also mathematics. You will also be required to obtain two satisfactory references, complete a health questionnaire, CRB (police) check and satisfy the Early Year’s team at interview that you are the right student for the course.


This course will give you the knowledge and skills specifically for working in the field of education and care.

You will study units such as communicating, values and leadership in an early years environment, theories of development - birth to three and three plus, early years curriculum, play and learning and early years research and project.

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

The course is both theoretical and practical and is assessed at College and in a relevant early years setting or workplace environment. You will be assessed using a variety of methods including presentations, professional discussions, research tasks and observations in the workplace.


After completing the course you could find employment as an Early Years Practitioner or Nursery Manager or top up your studies at university to achieve a BA (Hons) degree. Completing this course also allows you to find work in a Social or Health Service environment.

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TRAVEL AND TOURISM


HND TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 5 / 2 YEAR / FULL-TIME / HYLTON CAMPUS


This course is for people interested in a career in the Travel and Tourism industry, including airlines, hotels, tour operators, travel agents and public sector tourism.


You will need to have successfully completed a level 3 course worth 80 UCAS points such as a BTEC or A-Level, or have appropriate industry experience, as well as GCSE grade C in English or equivalent.


This is an exciting and interesting programme which covers the following areas:

• Visitor Attractions

• Human resources

• Marketing in travel and tourism

• Finance and funding

• Hospitality and travel industry management

• Current issues in travel and tourism

HOW WILL YOU LEARN?

You will learn through a wide range of teaching methods including:

• Lectures and seminars

• Industry experience/work placements

• Guest speakers

• Visits to major tourist destinations

• Fieldwork visits to airports, ferry terminals, hotels and visitor attractions


After successfully completing the HND course you could convert your qualification in to a full BSc degree in Travel and Tourism Management through a top up programme at a university of your choice. You could also move in to one of many roles in the travel and tourism industry including cabin crew, airport check-in, overseas holiday representative, travel agents and local authority tourism.

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ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

CAREER ADVICE

The College’s guidance service offers prospective and current learners access to informal, supportive and timely information, advice and guidance. Appointments can be made at any of the main college sites. For specialist information, advice and guidance, you can call our dedicated HE team on 0191 511 6000.

COUNSELLING

We realise that from time to time students may face problems, whether it be with studying or other issues. Counselling is all about giving people the opportunity to explore their problems and make decisions about how to resolve them. No matter what the degree of your concern, the College’s Counselling Service is available to help. The college employs Counsellors who are fully trained and work to the Code of Practice of British Association of Counselling and are subject to its complaints procedures. The College’s Counsellor is Julie Harris. You can call Julie on 0191 511 6000.


LEARNING WITH DISABILITIES

Sunderland College is committed to ensuring that disabled people, including those with learning difficulties, are treated fairly. All reasonable adjustments to our services will be made to ensure that disabled students and other disabled people have access to our facilities and services.

If you are a disabled person, please let us know of any necessary arrangement we can make to help you succeed on your chosen course of study. We welcome students who have a disability and do all we can to ensure that there is suitable accessibility to our College campuses and to provide appropriate support, in line with the College’s Disability Scheme. Our centres have designated car parking spaces for disabled students as well as lifts to upper floors.

We are committed to supporting students throughout their time at the College, including:

• Personal care support

• Teaching materials in alternative formats, for example Braille, large print and lessons transcribed onto audio cassette

• A portable loop system or communicator

• Specific arrangements for examination periods

• Extra tutorial support

• Providing access to assistive technology

• Providing advice and support to students applying for the Disabled Student Allowance

For a confidential discussion you can contact our Disability Support on 0191 511 6000.


COME AND FIND OUT MORE...

Why not pop along to one of our open evenings and speak to someone about your options, have a chat with existing students about life at the College and get a feel for the place. We’re confident you will want to join us.

What’s more if you really can’t make the open evening just give us a call, we’d be happy to arrange a visit for you at another time.

OPENING EVENING TIME AND DATES

Wednesday 9th October 2013 Bede 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Thursday 10th October 2013 St Peter’s 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Monday 14th October 2013 Bede, Hylton, Washington 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Monday 11th November 2013 Bede, Hylton, St Peter’s 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Monday 13th January 2014 Bede, Hylton, Washington 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Monday 10th February 2014 Bede, Hylton, St Peter’s 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Monday 10th March 2014 Bede, Hylton, Washington 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Monday 28th April 2014 Bede, Hylton, Washington 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Monday 12th May 2014 Bede, Hylton, Washington 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Monday 9th June 2014 Bede, Hylton, Washington 5.30pm to 7.30pm


HOW TO APPLY...

Once you’ve found the course for you, there are two ways in which you can apply depending on whether the course is full-time or part-time.

PART-TIME

If you decide to study on a part-time course call us on 0191 511 6000 to request an application pack or you can make your application online at sunderlandcollege.ac.uk and click apply now. An application cannot be made through UCAS for part-time courses.

FULL-TIME

If you decide to study full-time you will need to submit your application via UCAS, www.ucas.com. Make sure you do this before the January deadline. You will either need our institution name CSUND and our institution code C69 or if your chosen course is accredited by the University of Sunderland, institution name SUND and institution code S84. Full details of individual course codes can be found on the next page.

For any further advice or information please contact us on 0191 511 6000.


CONTACTS

SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

BEDE CAMPUS DURHAM ROAD SUNDERLAND SR3 4AH

HYLTON CAMPUS NORTH HYLTON ROAD SUNDERLAND SR5 5DB

WASHINGTON CAMPUS STONE CELLAR ROAD WASHINGTON NE37 2NH

TEL: 0191 511 6000 WEB: SUNDERLANDCOLLEGE.AC.UK


UCAS FULL COURSE CODES

COURSE TITLEINSTITUTION CODE NAME

INSTITUTION CODE

COURSE / CAMPUS CODE

Please use the information below to complete your UCAS application form.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMAS

HND Advanced Practice in Work with Children & Families

CSUND C69 35XL

HND Biological Science for Industry CSUND C69 4R01

HND Business CSUND C69 N100

HND Chemical Science for Industry CSUND C69 0J12

HND Computing & Systems Development CSUND C69 004G

HND Diploma in Electrical Electronic Engineering CSUND C69 7J61

HND Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering CSUND C69 0S88

HND Fine Art CSUND C69 W101

HND Health & Social Care CSUND C69 L51A

HND Public Services CSUND C69 N251

HND Sport (Coaching and Sports Development) CSUND C69 C166

HND Travel & Tourism Management CSUND C69 098N


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INSTITUTION CODE

COURSE / CAMPUS CODE

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FOUNDATION DEGREES

Foundation Degree (FdA) in Applied Music Practice SUND S84 W390/K

Foundation Degree (FdA) in Dance SUND S84 W503/K

Foundation Degree (FdA) in Drama SUND S84 W402/K

Foundation Degree (FdA) in Health and Social Care SUND S84 BL95/K

Foundation Degree (FdSc) Exercise, Health & Fitness SUND S84 C606/K

LEVEL 0

Joint Scheme of Extended Programmes (Level 0) Science (Biomedical Science)

SUND S84 B948/K

Joint Scheme of Extended Programmes (Level 0) Science (Biopharmaceutical Science)

SUND S84 B901/K

Joint Scheme of Extended Programmes (Level 0) Science (Psychology)

SUND S84 C801/K

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