Degree Level Programmes

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1 2016:17 Degree Level Programmes

2 At Guildford College we believe that Degree Level Programmes should be a direct path to your career. Our courses are practical as well as theoretical, enabling you to gain industry relevant experience, most of which include underpinning business knowledge. Not only that, but our tuition fees are truly competitive as we want your studies to be accessible and affordable. The quality of our programmes is high: as confirmed by the Quality Assurance Agency and our strong partnerships with our validating universities; Greenwich, London South Bank and Surrey. In choosing Guildford College you can be confident that you will be fully supported academically, professionally and personally towards achieving your career goals. Mike Potter CBE Principal & Chief Executive

3 Mechanical Engineering FdA Computing BSc top up 01 Coming soon Choose Guildford College 02 Fees 05 Financial Help 06 Entry Requirements 09 Accommodation 10 Access to Degree Level Diplomas 11 International Students 12 Student Survey and Destinations 15 Quality Assurance Agency 16 Applying 17 Student Soundbite 19 Student Engagement 20 Other Information 62 Everyone Matters 64 Degree Level Programmes 22 Business HNC Business HND Business Higher Apprenticeship Computing and Systems Development HNC Computing and Systems Development HND Civil Engineering HNC Civil Engineering HND Construction and the Built Environment HNC Construction and the Built Environment HND Construction/Commercial Management BSc (Hons) Counselling Foundation Degree FdSc Counselling BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree FdA Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Hospitality Management HND Performing Arts (Performance) HNC Performing Arts (Performance) HND Travel and Tourism Management HND Professional Qualifications 46 Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Advice and Guidance Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Counselling Health & Social Care and Children & Young Peoples Workforce Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Teacher Training for the Lifelong Learning Sector Teaching: Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance Degree Level Open Events: Thursday 26 November pm Tuesday 17 May pm

4 04 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus The Stamp of Approval Our Honours and Foundation Degrees are validated by leading universities London South Bank and Greenwich, whilst our professional qualifications are accredited by the major industry awarding bodies including the Chartered Institute of Building. Employer Endorsed We work closely with employers to ensure our courses are delivering the skills and knowledge they need in the workplace and that you need for your chosen career. In addition, our courses provide opportunities for you to gain first-hand experience in a range of working environments related to your chosen career. Quality Teaching In 2014, a team of QAA reviewers visited Guildford College and judged that its academic standards, the quality and enhancement of its student learning opportunities, and the quality of information about its higher education provision all meet UK expectations. Student Support With us, you ll get individual and group tutorials, personal development planning and be part of small classes, all in a relaxed and friendly environment. You will also have access to our modern Learning Resource Centre and Higher Education Centre. Students Union The Students Union organises recreational, social and charity events throughout the year. Industry-Standard Resources & Facilities High quality teaching and learning areas, with dedicated IT facilities and space for group and individual learning. Location, Location, Location Guildford is one of the country s foremost locations for living, shopping, entertainment, commerce and industry and London is only 40 minutes away by train. Travel & Transport The College is just outside the town centre and set in parkland. Buses stop in front of the College and trains stop at Guildford and nearby London Road. The A3 and M25 provide easy access road links. Flexible Learning Opportunities Some of our courses are available on a full and part-time basis, providing the option to combine study with work, home or family life. Accommodation The Halls of Residence are situated in a woodland setting at Merrist Wood College three miles down the road, and offer single study bedrooms with shared facilities, internet access and recreational activities. The residential provision was rated outstanding by Ofsted in For more information Tel: or halls@guildford.ac.uk. Our very competitive fees mean you could save up to 3,000 in comparison to universities

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7 05 Studying a degree level programme or a professional qualification could be one of the best investments you make. Not only will it develop your knowledge and skills, but gaining a higher level qualification will help you to increase your employability and earning power. Tuition Fees We believe that our tuition fees are very competitive compared with other colleges and universities. For students starting in academic year 2016:17 our maximum tuition fee for a full-time degree level programme is 7,500 (with the exception of the BA (Hons) Counselling). Please see for further details of fees. Other Fees As well as tuition fees, your course may have any or all of the following fees attached to it: Awarding body registration fees Exam fees Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checking fee (if necessary) Other costs (such as books, trips and essential clothing or equipment) Paying the Fees If you are an eligible student studying for your first undergraduate Degree you do not have to pay your fees up front. You can get a loan from the Government to cover the cost of tuition whilst you are studying. You only start repaying the loan when you are earning over 21,000 a year. For more information contact Student Finance England. Already Have a Degree? If you already have a Degree and want to do another one, your tuition fees will be the same as those above. However, you will not be eligible for any help from the Government for tuition fees or other costs and you will not qualify for a National Scholarship or any other College funded scheme. Welsh, Scottish or Irish students If you are from Wales, Scotland or Ireland, your tuition fees will be the same as those above. However, any help with your tuition fees or other costs will come from your relevant Government. 24+ Advanced Learning Loan If you're starting a professional course on or after 1 August 2015 you may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan. This loan will help you to pay the tuition fees for your course. Most students aged 24 and over, studying at Level 3 and above, will qualify for these new loans from the UK government. It's easy to apply, your household income isn't taken into account and there's no credit check. You won't have to pay anything back until your income is over 21,000 a year. For more information visit: International Students A separate fee scale applies to international students. International fees apply to you if your permanent residence is outside the UK or European Union. If you are an international student and would like more information about fees, contact our International Centre Tel: or international@guildford.ac.uk Sponsored Students If your employer is paying your fees on your behalf, you need to make sure that the College receives signed, written evidence or an authorisation to invoice form, on a yearly basis. If no authorisation form is produced, you will become liable for full payment of the fees. Useful Contact Information Finance Team Tel: or finance@guildford.ac.uk Careers, Advice and Guidance Tel: or info@guildford.ac.uk Student Finance England Tel: or visit:

8 08 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Financial Help for Degree Level Students Eligible students who are studying for their first undergraduate Degree will not have to pay tuition fees up front. A loan is available from the Government to cover the cost of tuition so you don t have to find the money to pay your tuition costs before or while you are studying. You won t have to start repaying the loan until you are earning over 21,000 a year. The loan will also be available to European Union students and part-time students studying at least 25% (30 credits) per year. However, if you already hold an Honours Degree or another qualification at the same level, you will not qualify for this loan. What Money is Available? You can apply for the following from the Government: A Tuition Fee Loan to cover your tuition fees in full A Maintenance Loan for living cost such as rent (full-time students only) A Maintenance Grant if your household income is less than 42,620 (full-time students only) Extra financial help if you have a disability or children/adults depending on you (this is available from your local authority or your college/university) Tuition Fee Loan You can get a Tuition Fee Loan of up to: 9,000 for new full-time students 6,750 for part-time students The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the college/university. Maintenance Loans The maximum Maintenance Loan for new students is: 5,740 if you live away from home and study at a university or college outside London 4,565 if you live at home 6,820 if you spend a year of a UK course studying abroad Full-time students can get a tuition fee loan of up to 9,000

9 07 Maintenance Grants You can also apply for a Maintenance Grant if your family income is below 42,620. You can get: 3,387 if your household income is 25,000 or under 50-3,387 if you household income is between 25,000 and 42,620 Maintenance Loans and Grants are paid directly into your bank account at the start of each term, once you ve registered onto your course. For more useful information and/or to apply: Other Schemes Access to Learning Fund This is a Government funded scheme, given to universities and colleges to help students facing hardship, by giving them extra financial support to access and remain in Higher Education. It can help towards paying for childcare, books, travel and other necessities. Special Support Grant You must be a full-time student. Part-time and EU students can t apply. You may get a Special Support Grant instead of a Maintenance Grant if you get or qualify for: - Income Support - income-related Employment and Support Allowance - Housing Benefit - the housing element of Universal Credit The amount you get is the same as the Maintenance Grant, but it won t reduce the Maintenance Loan you can get. You may get the Special Support Grant if, for example, you re a lone parent or have certain disabilities. Loans A Career Development Loan is a bank loan designed to help you pay for work-related learning. The loans are available to learners aged 18+ and can be used to support full-time, part-time or distance learning courses for up to two years, as long as the course leads to a trade, occupation or profession. You don't have to start paying your loan back until one month after you stop training. You then repay the loan to the bank over an agreed period at a fixed rate of interest. You can apply to borrow anything between 300 and 10,000 to help you fund up to two years of learning (or up to three years if the course includes one year of relevant practical work experience). For further details about CDLs please visit or Tel: to speak to an advisor. Extra help Extra help is available for students with disability, mental health condition or specific learning difficulty, and for students with children or adult dependants.

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11 09 HNDs and Foundation Degrees For our HNDs and Foundation Degrees we normally ask for 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by: BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in a relevant subject A Level profile showing a competent performance in at least two subjects with supporting GCSEs at grades A-C Access to Higher Education Diploma Other relevant Level 3 qualifications e.g. NVQ 3 or Advanced Diploma Mature student with extensive work experience and/or relevant professional qualifications. Mature Students We welcome applications from mature students (over 21 years old) with relevant professional qualifications and/or extensive work experience in their chosen subject area and consider each application on an individual basis. Access to Degree Level Programmes Developed with support from universities, Access to Degree Level Programmes provide a nationally recognised, non A Level route to university or Higher Education. They are specifically designed for mature returners to education, who have spent time in employment or bringing up a family and can be studied full or part-time. Please see page 11 for more details. Degrees At Guildford College we offer a number of progression or top up degrees. These follow on from our HNDs and Foundation Degrees and will give you the full BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) qualification. You will be expected to complete the HND or Foundation Degree before you can progress on to the full degree. Additional Requirements In addition to the above, you may be asked for subjectspecific requirements, such as evidence of training and experience for Counselling, a Criminal Records Bureau check for Early Childhood Studies or access to teaching hours for the PGCE. Please check the programme page on the College website for full details of the entry requirements.

12 12 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus At a recent Ofsted inspection, Merrist Wood College s residential provision was rated as outstanding in all five areas inspected: Overall Effectiveness of the Provision, Outcomes for Young People, Quality of Service, Leadership and Management and Safeguarding. If you don't live in Guildford or the surrounding areas, but want to study at Guildford College we can help you to arrange accommodation. Where you live is a really important part of your life as a student and a good home will help you settle into student life quickly and succeed on your course. Guildford is an excellent place to live and study. You can choose between living on site in the Halls of Residence, or locally with a family in Homestay Accommodation. Halls of Residence Woodlands and Cobbett are our halls of residence, on site at Merrist Wood College. With just over 100 residents on our picturesque country campus, Merrist Wood provides a supportive community for students living away from home. The Halls of Residence at Merrist Wood consists of single study bedrooms with shared showers, toilets and sitting room facilities. WiFi and/or a computer network point is also available in every bedroom. Homestay Accommodation In Homestay accommodation you'll be treated as much as possible as one of the family. You will be invited to join the family in having breakfast and an evening meal (included in the cost) and will have a bedroom with a private study area, access to a bathroom and laundry facilities. For further details or to make an application, please call the Accommodation Office on Tel: or or halls@guildford.ac.uk

13 13 Developed with support from universities, Access to Degree Level Diplomas provide a nationally recognised, non A Level route to university or Higher Education. They are specifically designed for mature returners to education, who have spent time in employment or bringing up a family and can be studied full or part-time. Access programmes have few formal entry requirements but provide a thorough grounding in the knowledge and study skills needed to succeed at this level. Your life experience will also be valuable and taken into account. We offer Access to Degree Level Diplomas in the following subjects: Arts and Humanities Business Combined Sciences Counselling Engineering/Construction Humanities IT Nursing and Health Professions Social Sciences/Social Work Teacher Training Travel, Tourism and Hospitality At Guildford College we also offer over 25 A Level subjects in a wide range of subjects. See our website for up to date information including entry qualifications.

14 14 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus The Guildford College Group is pleased to welcome students from all over the world. We currently have students studying with us from over 90 countries. International students can study university level courses at either Guildford College or Merrist Wood College depending on their chosen subject. The Colleges Higher Education courses have an excellent reputation and we have close links with many universities in the UK. The main benefit of studying at a college compared to a university is that you get more teaching, tutorial support and pastoral assistance and the tuition fees are more competitive. The qualification and certificate provided by our partner universities is the same whether you study at Guildford College, Merrist Wood College or at the university. International Services Our dedicated International Centre provides a wide range of services including: airport transfer, induction and orientation programme, accommodation arrangements, support letters for banking and health service registration, welfare support and a regular activity programme. Entry Requirements and Language Support Our IELTS entry requirement is a minimum of 6.0 or equivalent (as specified on the Home Office SELT list). For international students studying full-time programmes, English language support classes are available if required. International students must choose a full-time programme studying a minimum of 15 hours per week. Part-time degree programmes do not meet the visa entry requirements and cannot be studied by students on a Tier 4 Visa. Access to Degree Level Programme (Foundation Year) Our Access Diploma (Foundation Year) is designed as a one year preparation programme for Degree Level Programmes. For more information see our International Student Guide on our website. You will also need to discuss your suitability with the International Centre. In addition to your chosen Access subject you will improve your English skills, learn study and research methods, cultural and work orientation and personal development. International Fees A separate fee scale applies to international students. International fees will apply based on your permanent country of residence and your visa status. If you are an international student and would like more information about fees, contact our International Centre. Visas UK Visas and Immigration has rated the Guildford College Group as a Highly Trusted Sponsor on their Tier 4 list of Registered Sponsors. Our sponsorship licence number is JWVC76VJ7. Once we have processed your application and received the full tuition fees for your first year of study we will issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number. You can then apply for a Tier 4 General Student Visa to obtain entry clearance to the UK for studies. The fee for the CAS will be paid by Guildford College. More Information For more information contact the International Centre Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) international@guildford.ac.uk or visit: The College is pleased to welcome students from all over the world. We currently have students from over 90 different countries

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17 17 The National Student Survey The National Student Survey (NSS) is a high-profile census of nearly half a million students across the UK, which has been conducted annually since Aimed at mainly final-year undergraduates, it gathers opinions from students about their experience of their courses, asking them to provide honest feedback on what it has been like to study on their course at their institution. It is an influential source of public information about Higher Education and gives students a powerful collective voice to help shape the future of their course and their university or college. The NSS asks 23 questions, relating to different aspects of the learning experience, including one questions about overall student satisfaction and one question about satisfaction with the Students Union. Students are also given the opportunity to make positive and negative comments about their learning experience. Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) The Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey asks leavers from Higher Education what they are doing six months after graduation. About three quarters of leavers complete the survey. In 2013/14 our leavers responded as follows: 92% of our graduates are either working or studying 81% of our graduates said that their experience prepared them well for employment In 2013/14 our learners responded as follows: Average Results Results for Further % Agree % Agree Education institutions The teaching on my course Assessment and feedback Academic support Organisation & management Personal development Overall satisfaction The Students Union 92% of our graduates are either working or studying

18 18 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Guildford College has received a glowing report from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) - the independent body that monitors standards and quality in UK higher education. Overall Judgements The maintenance of the academic standards of awards offered on behalf of degree-awarding bodies and awarding organisations meets UK expectations The quality of student learning opportunities meets UK expectations The quality of the information about learning opportunities meets UK expectations The enhancement of student learning opportunities meets UK expectations. Areas of Good Practice Effective staff engagement in continuous professional development enhances the quality of teaching and learning and is valued by students The management and support of work-based learning that ensures students' access to good-quality learning experiences The dedicated management and resourcing of higher education which provides effective oversight and a structure for enhancement. The full report can be accessed on our website

19 19 Applying Need help? Just ask! Full-time Programmes Applicants for full-time HND, Foundation Degree or Degree programmes should apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). This includes students already at Guildford College. Step 1: Apply Apply online at Alternatively, contact UCAS Tel: or write to Customer Services, UCAS, Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucester GL52 3LZ. To ensure your application is prioritised, complete and return the UCAS application form on or before 15 January in the year you intend to study. Late applications can be made until 30 June in the year you intend to study, but will not be prioritised. After this date you should apply through the UCAS clearing system or direct to Guildford College (see part-time application process). Step 2: Interview We will contact you to ask you to attend an interview, where you can meet your tutor and tour the College. Step 3: Offer You will receive a conditional offer, unconditional offer or a rejection from UCAS. We will contact you with any further information or advice on an alternative course of action. Part-time Programmes Applications for part-time HND, Foundation Degree, Degree or Professional programmes should be made directly to Guildford College. Step 1: Apply Apply online at Alternatively, contact us on Tel: or write to Careers, Advice and Guidance Team, Guildford College, Stoke Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1EZ. It is advisable to apply early. Step 2: Interview You will receive notification of a date and time to attend an interview. This will give you the opportunity to ask specific questions and discuss how the course will meet your career aspirations. Step 3: Offer You will then receive a conditional or unconditional offer from the College or a rejection and advice on an alternative course of action. Step 4: Enrol Most programmes enrol during August and early September but some courses enrol throughout the year. You will be sent a joining pack and will be invited in to enrol or asked to do this by post. Step 4: Enrol Most courses enrol during August and early September but some courses enrol throughout the year. You will be sent a joining pack and will be invited in to enrol or asked to do this by post.

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21 21 Merry Gibbons Course: Humanistic Counselling Foundation Degree Before retraining at Guildford College Merry was a full time mum, self-employed music teacher and complementary therapist. She choose Guildford College because it taught NCFE 1, 2 and 3 in Counselling Skills and Theory and Greenwich University s accredited Foundation Degree. This made her wish to train as a qualified professional counsellor feel less complicated and kept it in one location throughout her time studying. Merry wanted to re-train as a counsellor because whilst volunteering at a local cancer support centre she saw how therapeutic providing a listening ear can be for those experiencing a very difficult and isolating time. I really enjoyed the learning and gained a new found confidence by going back into education and training for something I really felt passionate about. She is now a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor providing specialist counselling for teenagers and young people with cancer at the Royal Surrey County Hospital. She also runs a private practice and works at a local counselling agency. I really enjoyed the learning and gained a new found confidence by going back into education and training for something I really felt passionate about.

22 22 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus As a degree level student, you have the opportunity to take a key role in the quality assurance and enhancement of your programme and the College s degree level provision in general. Whilst at College, you will have the opportunity to provide feedback through the following activities: Activity Boards of study/programme committee meeting Student staff consultative committees/focus group Faculty forum Higher Education faculty forum Student parliament Student conference Module/course review The National Student Survey (NSS) Explanation A meeting where staff and student representatives discuss key aspects of the programme. These take place at least twice a year. A meeting between one member of staff and all students on the programme where they will give feedback. A meeting between the Director of your Faculty and all student representatives (higher education and further education) where they will discuss general, cross-college issues. A meeting between the Head of Higher Education and higher education student representatives where they will discuss general, cross-college issues. A meeting between senior management, the Principal and Student Parliament representatives from across all three Colleges (Guildford College, Merrist Wood College and Farnham College) An annual conference where students from across the College s gather to provide feedback to senior staff from across all faculties and departments. All students are asked to complete a review of an individual module or course once it has finished. The feedback enables the staff to improve the module for future delivery. Final year students (not top-ups) will have the opportunity to complete the NSS. Becoming a Student Representative By becoming a Student Representative and attending meetings and forums, you have the chance to directly influence how your programme is delivered and shape your learning experience. The role of the Student Representative is to: Collect the views of students, identify student issues, and to share student issues with College staff Provide a link between students and staff and to negotiate on behalf of the students Determine any issues that you should raise at Faculty Forum meetings or other meetings on their behalf. At the beginning of each academic year, Student Services organises the election/appointment of HE student representatives and Student Parliament Representatives. The Degree Level Student Engagement Page All degree level students have access to a Moodle page that provides essential information about their programme: This includes: Minutes of meetings Reports from external examiners Annual reviews of programmes (where available) Information on reviews of the College by the Quality Assurance Agency The College s annual Higher Education Self-Assessment Report

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24 24 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Business HNC Business HND Business Higher Apprenticeship Computing and Systems Development HNC Computing and Systems Development HND Civil Engineering HNC Civil Engineering HND Construction and the Built Environment HNC Construction and the Built Environment HND Construction/Commercial Management BSc (Hons) top-up Counselling Foundation Degree FdSc Counselling BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree FdA Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) top-up Hospitality Management HND Performing Arts (Performance) HNC Performing Arts (Performance) HND Travel and Tourism Management HND

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26 26 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Opportunities to put new skills and knowledge into practice in the workplace Access to a wide range of learning resources Knowledgeable staff have over 20 years of real-world experience Programme Overview This programme is for new managers and team leaders looking for an 'instant use' programme in managing and leading teams. It is designed to allow students to acquire key management skills and essential knowledge to boost their performance and that of their team. The programme can be taken stand-alone or as part of a Higher Apprenticeship in Business and Professional Administration. On completion, students can go on to top up this Level 4 Diploma to an HND in Management. Following that, students may wish to progress to a full BA Honours degree with a Level 6 'top-up; at Guildford College or elsewhere. For employers this is an ideal way to develop their management team, preparing the business for the future, freeing up senior managers and owners and training a new generation of leaders. Guildford College has a track record of developing high quality new managers close to their workplaces and their homes. Modules Business environment; managing financial resources and decisions; organisations and behaviour; marketing principles; aspects of contract and negligence for business; personal and professional development; managing business activities to achieve results; managing communications, knowledge and information. Assessment Written assignments, tests, oral and visual presentations. Case studies based on real situations drawn from industry and from students work places bring together all elements of the programme. For certain aspects of the course, and in particular if you take the course as part of the Higher Apprenticeship in Business and Professional Administration pathway, your assessment will involve direct observation of working practice, witness testimonies from managers and professional discussion. Progression Top up to a Level 5 HND. Alternatively, you can go on to complete a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in Business Administration. Following that, students may wish to progress to a full BA Hons degree with a Level 6 'top-up' at Guildford College or elsewhere. In addition, students may elect to take professional qualifications. Careers The immediate opportunities for which this programme prepares students are in management of business in the private, public or voluntary sectors. Depending on their interests and ambitions, students may choose to progress to further studies opening up opportunities in more senior management positions and business ownership. Equally, students may wish to specialise, for example in becoming a buyer, a project manager, taking on roles in human resource management, accounting, consultancy or marketing. Key Facts Validation: Institution code: GUILD G90 UCAS code: N/A Duration: 1.5 years part-time. Entry requirements: 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by relevant Level 3 qualifications (A Levels, BTEC Level 3 Diploma or equivalent) or recommendation from your employer and relevant work experience evidenced by a satisfactory level in written English and numeracy. You are expected to have achieved Grade C in GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent. It is essential that you have a good grasp of English language.

27 27 Supportive environment with regular tutorials and great teaching by industry experienced professionals Fantastic resources including a dedicated HE Centre, state of the art lecture rooms and IT facilities Programme Overview This two year full-time HND is designed to maximise your appreciation of business across different industries and sectors which emphasises employability and personal development. The course is based on the internationally recognised Pearson BTEC framework and allows entry to Degree top-up opportunities (subject to university regulations). The subjects covered have been carefully considered to meet the requirements of a wide range of business functions and types of organisations. There is an emphasis on practical problems and application of theory to situations drawn from real businesses. You should enjoy working in a team, possess good communication skills and be able to work to deadlines. The course features both conventional classroom teaching and personal study elements, supported by web based facilities. Modules Year 1: Business environment, organisations and behaviour, marketing principles, managing activities to achieve results, marketing intelligence, managing financial resources and decisions, managing communication knowledge and information, personal professional development (120 credits total) Year 2: Human resource management, aspects of contract and negligence, working with and leading people, business decision making, business strategy, project management for business, research project, employability skills. (125 credits) Assessment You will be assessed through written assignments, time constrained assignments, formal and informal presentations. Support is available through formative assessment feedback and preparation activities Progression Continue your studies with a 'top up' Business related BA or BSc. Careers Become a supervisor or management trainee in a wide variety of sectors and industries for example: retail, manufacturing, sales, administration, personnel, event and project management; in organisations, local authorities or charities. Key Facts Validation: Institution code: GUILD G90 UCAS code: N200 Duration: 2 years full-time. Entry requirements: 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by relevant A level/level 3 qualifications or equivalent. GCSE Maths and English grades A-C; IELTS minimum 6.0 across all categories. Mature students with extensive work experience and relevant professional qualifications may be eligible to join. It is also possible for HNC Business students to join the course at specific points to convert to HND (subject to subject coverage).

28 28 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Opportunities to put new skills and knowledge into practice in the workplace Access to a wide range of learning resources Knowledgeable staff have over 20 years of real-world experience Programme Overview This 2 year Apprenticeship is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree, combining the academic pathway of an HNC in Business with day-to-day practical skills of working in an office environment. On completion, students can go on to top up to a Level 4 HND in Business. Following that, students may wish to progress to a full BA Honours degree with a Level 6 'top-up at Guildford College or elsewhere. For employers this is an ideal way to develop their management team, preparing the business for the future, freeing up senior managers and owners and training a new generation of leaders. Guildford College has a track record of developing high quality new managers close to their workplaces and their homes. Modules Business environment; managing financial resources and decisions; organisations and behaviour; marketing principles; aspects of contract and negligence for business; personal and professional development; managing business activities to achieve results; managing communications, knowledge and information. Assessment Written assignments, tests, oral and visual presentations. Case studies based on real situations drawn from industry and from students work places bring together all elements of the programme. For certain aspects of the course, and in particular if you take the course as part of the Higher Apprenticeship in Business and Professional Administration pathway, your assessment will involve direct observation of working practice, witness testimonies from managers and professional discussion. Progression Top up to a Level 5 HND. Following that, students may wish to progress to a full BA Hons degree with a Level 6 'top-up' at Guildford College or elsewhere. In addition, students may elect to take professional qualifications. Careers The immediate opportunities for which this programme prepares students are in management of business in the private, public or voluntary sectors. Depending on their interests and ambitions, students may choose to progress to further studies opening up opportunities in more senior management positions and business ownership. Equally, students may wish to specialise, for example in becoming a buyer, a project manager, taking on roles in human resource management, accounting, consultancy or marketing. Key Facts Validation: Institution code: GUILD G90 UCAS code: N/A Duration: 1.5 years part-time. Entry requirements: 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by relevant Level 3 qualifications (A Levels, BTEC Level 3 Diploma or equivalent). You are expected to have achieved Grade C in GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent. It is essential that you have a good grasp of English language. You must be in employment, which the College can help with.

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30 30 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus State of the art Learning Hub and associated facilities, industry relevant packages and subjects Outstanding results with the majority of students going on to a top-up degree or related work Excellent links with employers provide enhanced opportunities for work experience and employment Programme Overview The computing industry is changing at an extremely rapid rate. As new technologies appear, the onus on the industry is to develop an educated up-to-date workforce capable of occupying demanding posts across a broad variety of organisations. This programme is designed to give you the necessary technical and business computing knowledge required by the industry and is an innovative solution to this industrial need. Key elements are analysis, design, implementation and maintenance of high quality business software systems. You should enjoy working in a team, possess good communication skills and be able to work to deadlines. The course has an up-to-date approach and emphasis on real-world projects, giving computing graduates a competitive edge in a very lucrative and ever-expanding industry. Please note: Applicants for whom English is not their first language must demonstrate an English Language ability of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent with no individual score below 5.0. Modules Business skills for e-commerce (15 credits), computer systems (15 credits), employability and professional development (15 credits), systems analysis and design (15 credits), database design concepts (15 credits), event driven programming solutions (15 credits), website design (15 credits), networking technologies (15 credits) Total: 120 credits. Assessment You will be assessed through written and practical assignments. 'Real world' case studies are used as often as possible. Progression Continue your studies to an HND. Careers Become a software developer/programmer, database designer, web designer, or network technician. Key Facts Validation Institution code: GUILD G90 UCAS code: I101 Duration: 1 year full-time Entry requirements: 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by a relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), plus 5 GCSEs, A-C, including Maths and English. Those who do not have formal qualifications at Level 3 but can provide evidence of extensive professional work within a computing/it setting (portfolio of work) are also welcome to apply.

31 31 Outstanding results with the majority of students going on to a top-up degree or related work Excellent links with employers provide enhanced opportunities for work experience and employment State of the art Learning Hub and associated facilities, industry relevant packages and subjects Programme Overview The Computing and Systems Development HND provides greater breadth and specialisation than the HNC. It provides a specialist, work-related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required by the computing sector. It is ideal for those who prefer to demonstrate their skills through coursework and allows you to broaden your career opportunities by opting not to specialise in one particular area. The programme offers a progression route in to a number of roles in the IT and computing sectors, either directly on achievement of the award or following further study to degree level. General specialists can enter system management, while ICT system support specialists can install or manage IT networks. You could also progress on to further study such as a degree or a Professional Development Qualification or vendor qualifications offered by Cisco, Microsoft, IBM, CompTIA, Oracle and VM Ware. Modules Data analysis and design (15 credits), IT security management (15 credits), local area networking technologies (15 credits), network security (15 credits), programming in.net (15 credits), project design, implementation and evaluation (20 credits), web applications development (15 credits), e-commerce strategy (15 credits). Total: 125 credits. Assessment You will be assessed through written and practical assignments, in-class tests and portfolio submission. 'Real world' case studies are used as often as possible. Progression Continue your studies from the HND on a 'top up' Computing BSc. Careers Become a systems analyst, software engineer, database manager, web developer/designer, network technician, or IT consultant. Key Facts Validation Institution code: GUILD G90 UCAS code: I230 Duration: 1 year full-time Entry requirements: Computing and Systems Development Higher National Certificate (min. 120 credits) Coming soon... Computing BSc top up

32 32 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experience Opportunity to specialise in several areas of civil engineering Gain membership of professional bodies such as the Institute of Civil Engineers or Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Programme Overview From transport necessities such as roads, railways and airports, through high rise steel and glass skyscrapers and hotels, to water management systems such as dams, flood defences and even sewers, civil engineering is vital work. If you want to be a part of it then we can give you the skills you need to build a successful career. This programme will give you the relevant vocational knowledge and skills to pursue a career in civil engineering, enabling you to apply critical reasoning and analysis to solve engineering problems using the appropriate UK and EU codes of practice and industry standards. Modules Year 1: Design principles and application for construction and the built environment (15 credits); science and materials for construction and the built environment (15 credits); health, safety and welfare for construction and the built environment (15 credits); applied mathematics for construction and the built environment (15 credits); site surveying procedures for construction and the built environment (15 credits). Year 2: Group project in the construction industry (20 credits); engineering geology and soil mechanics (15 credits); civil engineering technology (15 credits); structural analysis and design (15 credits); management principles and application for construction and the built environment (15 credits). Assessment You will be assessed through written and practical assignments, time controlled assessments and end of unit examinations. Case studies based on real situations from industry draw together all elements of the programme. Progression You could progress to an HND in Civil Engineering and go on to university to a top up Degree. Alternatively you can undertake professional exams in order to gain part membership of the professional or technical bodies such as the Institute of Structural Engineers (ISE). Careers Become a technician or engineer with a civil engineering firm, civil engineer, technical adviser, site manager or project planner. Key Facts Validation: Duration: 2 years part-time. Entry requirements: Mature students with extensive work experience and/or relevant professional qualifications or 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by relevant Level 3 qualifications. Please see page 9 for more information.

33 33 Gain membership of professional bodies such as the Institute of Civil Engineering and The Chartered Institute of Building Opportunity to specialise in several areas of civil engineering Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experience Programme Overview This programme follows on from the HNC in Civil Engineering and is designed to develop your knowledge to managerial level. Students, having achieved their HNC with 8 to 10 modules, can study a further 6 to 8 modules to make up the required 16 units to achieve their HND. Working in the construction/civil engineering industry forms an important part of the programme. Modules include: Applied mathematics for complex engineering problems; project management; health and safety; law and contract; measuring, tendering and estimating; contractual procedures and procurement; research project; project design, implementation and evaluation; work-based experience. Assessment You will be assessed through written and practical assignments, as well as case studies that are based on real situations drawn from the industry. Progression After completion of the Civil Engineering HND you can top up to a Degree at a university of your choice. Alternatively you can undertake professional examinations in order to gain membership of the professional bodies such as The Institute of Civil Engineering, Institution of Structural Engineering or Chartered Institute of Building, the last of which is offered at Guildford College. Careers Become a structural engineer, project manager, quantity surveyor, design technician or civil engineer in the construction or civil engineering industries. Key Facts Validation: Duration: 1 year part-time. Entry requirements: Construction or Civil Engineering HNC or mature students with extensive work experience and relevant professional qualifications. Coming soon... Mechanical Engineering FdA

34 34 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experience Opportunity to specialise in several areas of construction Gain membership of professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Institute of Civil Engineers Programme Overview This programme is designed to help you to develop your career within the professional, managerial, and administrative or technician areas of the construction industry. It is intended to enable you to take further responsibility for design, research work and site operations. The first year is common to all pathways. In the second year you specialise in production management, quantity surveying, building surveying or architectural design. Modules Year 1: Assessment Design principles and application for construction and the built environment (15 credits); science and materials for construction and the built environment (15 credits); health, safety and welfare for construction and the built environment (15 credits); applied mathematics for Progression construction and the built environment (15 credits); construction and maintenance of buildings (15 credits). Year 2: Management principles and application for construction and the built environment (15 credits); technology of complex buildings (15 credits); law and contract for construction and the built environment (15 credits); measurement process for Careers construction (15 credits); design procedures for construction (15 credits); site surveying procedures for construction and the built environment(15 credits); properties and performance of construction materials (15 credits)*; specification and documentation for construction* (15 credits); design procedures for construction (15 credits)*; production management (15 credits)*; conversion and adaptation of buildings (15 credits)*; building services design, installation and maintenance in construction (15 credits); group project in the construction industry (20 credits). Those marked with * are taught in alternate years, where HNC year 2 and HND students are taught together. Currently students need to complete eight units to achieve their HNC. You will be assessed through written and practical assignments and time controlled assessments. Case studies based on real situations from industry draw together all elements of the programme. On successful completion of the Construction HNC followed by the HND you can progress to the 'top up' Construction Management BSc (Hons) at the College. Alternatively you can undertake professional exams in order to gain part membership of professional or technical bodies such as CIOB, RICS, ICE and CIAT. Become a construction manager, technical adviser, building surveyor, site manager, project manager or architectural designer. Key Facts Validation: Duration: 2 years part-time. Entry requirements: Mature students with extensive work experience and/or relevant professional qualifications or 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by relevant Level 3 qualifications. Please see page 9 for more information.