College Students Guide 2016 entry
Contents Welcome 1 College Connect Academy 2 Make the next step 6 Programme directory and entry requirements 8 Choose GCU 22 How to apply 24 Fees and funding 25 Your studies 26 Student support 28 Map and travel 30 Get in touch 32 Visit us Undergraduate Open Days Wednesday 2 September 2015 Saturday 3 October 2015 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA, Scotland, United Kingdom T: +44(0) 141 331 3000 College Student Event E: studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk www.gcu.ac.uk Wednesday Glasgow Caledonian 21 University October 2015. Published February 2015 2015 Glasgow Caledonian University is a registered Scottish charity, number SC021474 Check www.gcu.ac.uk/opendays for the schedule a few weeks before. GCU G42 Glasgow Caledonian University Undergraduate Prospectus 2016 Entry Undergraduate prospectus 2016 This guide is a supplement to the 2016 Undergraduate prospectus and it is intended to be used alongside it. You can request a printed prospectus or view online at www.gcu.ac.uk. For full details about: programme content, detailed entry requirements, programme and module content, information about programme specific accreditation, assessment, placements, exchanges and study abroad and much more please visit www.gcu.ac.uk/study. Whilst the information presented in the following pages is correct at the time of publication, prospective applicants should access our website www.gcu.ac.uk and in particular www.gcu.ac.uk/study for the most up-to-date information before applying. The Student Terms and Conditions can be found on the University website at: www.gcu.ac.uk/student/regulations. If you require further information, or you can t find what you re looking for online, please contact College Connect for help. E: collegeconnect@gcu.ac.uk T: +44 (0)141 273 1954 www.gcu.ac.uk/collegeconnect
Welcome to GCU Welcome to GCU and College Connect Academy Glasgow Caledonian University is a vibrant multi-cultural modern university in the centre of Glasgow. Our welcoming community of over 17,000 students from more than 100 countries and our awardwinning support services help to ensure that students really enjoy their time here. We re delighted that you re considering making the next step from college to university, and you ll find that our College Connect Academy is here to encourage and support you all the way. We know the move from college to university, or coming back to study after a gap, can sometimes feel a little overwhelming, so our College Connect Academy offers a range of support and services tailored to you. This guide will give you an overview of College Connect, the exciting experience awaiting you at GCU and a Programme Directory of all of our degree programmes offering direct entry to college students. This guide is for you if you re currently studying or have studied at college level: HNC, HND or if you re undertaking an Access course. You can find more information about College Connect on our website: www.gcu.ac.uk/collegeconnect. Many of our programmes offer direct entry, sometimes called advanced entry, to (HNC or equivalent) and (HND or equivalent). Details of entry requirements are listed in the Programme Directory (pages 8 21). These provide an indication of typical academic requirements, however each application is considered on an individual basis. Please check our Undergraduate Prospectus for further details about our programmes and GCU you can view or download it at www.gcu.ac.uk, you can request a hard copy to be sent by post by emailing studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk or you can call 0141 331 8681. You can also go to our website www.gcu.ac.uk for full programme details and information about GCU, and to use Pathfinder, which will match your current college course with suitable undergraduate programmes www.gcu.ac.uk/pathfinder. We re here to help, so if you need more information, or you can t find what you re looking for online, please contact College Connect. E: collegeconnect@gcu.ac.uk T: +44 (0)141 273 1954 www.gcu.ac.uk/collegeconnect 1
College Connect Academy Our College Connect Academy is here to connect you to GCU and support you in taking the next step from college to university. 2 GCU is committed to supporting you to continue your studies to degree-level and the College Connect Academy is here to help support your decision-making and transition to GCU. College Connect will provide you with information about which degree courses you can access from your current course of study and life at GCU, as well as the opportunity to meet with current GCU students. In addition, by participating in the College Connect Academy you will take part in a varied and exciting programme of activities designed to help you connect with GCU including: UCAS and transition support workshops Get Connected days Academic and industry masterclasses Online learning resources Student social activities College and HN induction events Mentoring support And much more
College Connect Academy Upon receiving an offer of a place at GCU you can become a member of College Connect and receive a GCU Student ID Card which will allow you to: Visit and borrow materials from our library Access our Virtual Learning Environment, GCU Learn Access all our support services Join the ARC Gym and our Students Association community as you take the next step on your path to a brighter future. College Connect www.gcu.ac.uk/collegeconnect T: +44 (0) 141 273 1954 E: collegeconnect@gcu.ac.uk We have a large number of students who have made the move to GCU from college and we look forward to connecting you to the GCU 3
Student and graduate profiles College Connect students and graduates Laura Monaghan BSc (Hons) Graduate, Biomedical Science I chose GCU following my two years at college, with a key factor being the accreditation that my course held - with the Institute of Biomedical Scientists, giving me the opportunity to follow a range of career paths following graduation. Prior to starting GCU I attended a week long transition course, run by the School of Health and Life Sciences. It included an overview of the department, insight into all the required skills and a practical lab class with feedback. As well as meeting lecturers and staff, it allowed me to interact with other new students and familiarise myself with university life. I enjoyed the whole experience of being a GCU student - the vibrant atmosphere of the campus, along with all of the resources I needed and all aspects of my course. I graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Biomedical Science and currently work as a Research Technician at the Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre. I aim to complete a PhD in the future. Katie Stewart BA (Hons) Graduate, Management Coming to GCU was one of the best decisions I ever made. My HND led straight into a specially designed two year degree, and the fit was perfect. The support from both academic and learning development staff was first rate and I graduated with a First Class Honours to prove it! The friendships I made at GCU will last me a lifetime and the relationships I built up with staff have opened doors for me I never imagined. I now work in the university, supporting college students as they make the choice to progress to university. It feels great to be working alongside the staff that made my GCU journey such an enjoyable experience, as well as helping the next generation of GCU students to feel at home. My transition was made easy by the support I received at the time, but seeing what s offered to college students now, I can t help but feel jealous! If I could do it all over again, I d choose GCU every time. 4
Yasmin Ali BA (Hons) Student, Management Being a college student entering university directly into third year, I found the College Connect days as well as the initial induction week incredibly helpful and would highly recommend them. There is a lot of help available at GCU and I actually find myself better supported than I was at college. GCU has an incredibly positive, happy vibe and I am very pleased I chose to come here. Jasmine Chiswell BA (Hons) Student, Media & Communication When applying to go to GCU I was very anxious that the change between college and university would be huge especially becoming a direct entry into 3rd year of the course. I was also anxious that no one else from my college course would be there and the thought of not knowing anyone really worried me. But now looking back there was no need to be anxious as I quickly made friends and found that there was no need to be scared or worried at all, as everyone was lovely and university life actually is great, believe it or not! David Clarke BSc (Hons) Student, Social Work When I applied to GCU I was semi-retired, having sold my business, and working as a foster carer. GCU became my first choice as it was clear that they offered a dynamic, modern and rounded learning experience, with all the support needed to meet my personal goals. Articulating into of my course was very straightforward, with guidance from my admissions tutor and an induction event where I met others who were also articulating they are now firm friends and a great support. My programme is comprehensive and well planned and my learning experience at GCU has revitalised me I hope to enter a PhD programme here. If anyone is choosing a university, I d advise them to look at all the available establishments and then go home and pick GCU! 5
Make the next step Make the next step The following pages list all of our undergraduate degree programmes offering direct entry to college students and typical entry requirements. You ll find full up-to-date details about our programmes and information about GCU on our website: www.gcu.ac.uk/undergraduate. 6 You can use our online Pathfinder tool to match your current course of study with suitable GCU undergraduate programmes: www.gcu.ac.uk/pathfinder. Once you ve identified which programmes accept your qualifications, you can make your application via UCAS (UCAS Apply) see page 24 for more information about applying. There s also more information from page 25 onwards about life at GCU, student support, studying, fees and funding, accommodation, our campus and visiting us.
Your route from college to GCU College Connect Academy Online www.gcu.ac.uk Pathfinder Studying HN qualifications, BTEC or A levels College Information, support and advice. Choose suitable programme(s) Apply to GCU via UCAS for or Direct Entry Offer of a place Become a College Connect member Transition programme Induction events and New2GCU GCU Start your programme at GCU Progression to Honours Student Support Support continues throughout your time at GCU Graduation Employment Completion of programme Postgraduate study 7
Programme directory Programme directory GCU Undergraduate programmes offering direct entry for 2016 are listed in the following pages, in order of academic school and then subject area. Please check our full Undergraduate Prospectus and our course information online before applying. Programme section Programme directory UCAS code Business and Management Qualification Year of entry BA (Hons) International Business and Finance UCAS: 3U7T HND Accounting with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business or finance-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Hospitality Management UCAS: 2T6H HND Hospitality Management or HND Travel and Tourism with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Human Resource Management UCAS: 2T4T HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business with Languages* UCAS: 3P3L HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units; language units must have been studied at the appropriate level. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. * Languages are only offered as an International Business with Languages award rather than as a joint degree. BA (Hons) International Business and Law UCAS: 5Y5H HND Legal Services with A in all Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. Programme title BA (Hons) International Business and Marketing UCAS: 4S4F HND Marketing or HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other businessrelated HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Tourism Management UCAS: 4R5T HND Travel and Tourism or HND Hospitality Management with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. Typical entry requirements BA (Hons) International Supply Chain Management UCAS: 3T4W HND Supply Chain Management, HND Business, HND Retail Management or HND Administration & IT with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) Management and Enterprise UCAS: 7C9U Any non-business HND with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. HND Business and HND Admin & IT students should not apply for this programme. Events and Sports Management BA (Hons) International Events Management UCAS: 2H3U HND Events Management or HND Hospitality Management with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other related HND qualifications may be considered. 8 10
Programme directory Glasgow School for Business and Society Does your future lie in finance, business, media, tourism, fashion, marketing or social sciences? Do you want to ensure your degree makes a real difference to your career, your future and the community around you? Glasgow School for Business and Society (GSBS) aims to help you unlock your true potential within your chosen career aspirations. We have forged strong links with a wide number of colleges throughout Scotland and we welcome applications from college students and graduates with Higher National and in some cases, BTEC Qualifications, offering direct entry opportunities to join our undergraduate programmes at 3rd year level. At GSBS we focus on learning for the real world and the future employability of our graduates is supported by our industry links. If you study with us you will have an exciting learning experience with access to modern teaching facilities, exposure to industry and the opportunity to widen your horizons with work placements. You ll also be able to forge new friendships and discover different perspectives with other students from Scotland and around the world. GSBS deliver a number of college student events throughout the year giving you the opportunity to discover more about our degree programmes and studying at GCU. Watch out for the A Day in the Life events at www.gcu.ac.uk/collegeconnect. Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Risk BA (Hons) Accountancy UCAS: N400 HND Accounting with AAA in the Graded Units. BA (Hons) Finance, Investment and Risk UCAS: N390 HND Accounting with AAA in the Graded Units. Other finance-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) Risk Management UCAS: N291 HND Business or HND Administration and IT with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. Business and Management BA (Hons) Business Management UCAS: 8J9J HND Business or HND Administration and IT with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business UCAS: N120 HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. 9
Programme directory Business and Management BA (Hons) International Business and Finance UCAS: 3U7T HND Accounting with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business or finance-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Hospitality Management UCAS: 2T6H HND Hospitality Management or HND Travel and Tourism with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Human Resource Management UCAS: 2T4T HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business with Languages* UCAS: 3P3L HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units; language units must have been studied at the appropriate level. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. * Languages are only offered as an International Business with Languages award rather than as a joint degree. BA (Hons) International Business and Law UCAS: 5Y5H HND Legal Services with A in all Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Marketing UCAS: 4S4F HND Marketing or HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other businessrelated HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Business and Tourism Management UCAS: 4R5T HND Travel and Tourism or HND Hospitality Management with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Supply Chain Management UCAS: 3T4W HND Supply Chain Management, HND Business, HND Retail Management or HND Administration & IT with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) Management and Enterprise UCAS: 7C9U Any non-business HND with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. HND Business and HND Admin & IT students should not apply for this programme. Events and Sports Management BA (Hons) International Events Management UCAS: 2H3U HND Events Management or HND Hospitality Management with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other related HND qualifications may be considered. 10
Programme directory Events and Sports Management BA (Hons) International Sports Management UCAS: 2K3L HND Coaching and Developing Sport or HND Fitness, Health and Exercise or HND Applied Sports Science with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other sports-related HND qualifications may be considered. Fashion, Retailing and Marketing BA (Hons) International Fashion Branding UCAS: W2N5 HND Marketing, HND Retail Management or HND Fashion Design and Production with Retail with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Fashion Business UCAS: 8U9M HND Design and Production with Retail/Fashion Design and Manufacture with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other related HND qualifications may be considered (design, sewing and pattern cutting skills required). BA (Hons) International Marketing UCAS: 3G5B HND Marketing, HND Advertising and PR, HND Retail Management or HND Business with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) International Retail Management UCAS: 5T6Y HND Marketing or HND Retail Management with B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other business-related HND qualifications may be considered. Journalism and Media Studies BA (Hons) Media and Communication UCAS: PP93 HND Creative Industries: Media and Communication or HND Advertising and PR with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other media-related HND qualifications may be considered. BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism UCAS: P500 HND Practical Journalism or HND Creative Industries: Media and Communication with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Law LLB (Hons) Bachelor of Laws UCAS: M114 Advanced entry to a bespoke direct entry LLB in may be possible for those holding an HND in Legal Services with AAA in the Graded Units and successful interview. 11
Programme directory Social Sciences BA (Hons) Social Sciences UCAS: L000 15 credit HNC Social Sciences with B in the Graded Units. HND Social Sciences with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. BA (Hons) Social Sciences and Media UCAS: 4R5H HND Social Sciences or HND Creative Industries: Media and Communication or HND Advertising and PR with a B (or an average of B) in the Graded Units. Other media-related HND qualifications may be considered. 12
Programme directory School of Engineering and Built Environment The School of Engineering and Built Environment offers a comprehensive portfolio of accredited degree programmes spanning civil, mechanical, electronic and environmental disciplines together with audio technology, digital design, IT management, software development and digital security. We also deliver programmes accredited by industry in the areas of building surveying, construction management, quantity surveying and property management. Our innovative and exciting full and part-time academic programmes are designed to ensure students develop the transferable skills needed for their future chosen career. Our expert staff focus on your learning for the real world and employability of our students is paramount; as such we work closely with industry partners on case studies, guest lectures, site visits and work placement opportunities. The School has excellent established links with colleges across the country and welcomes over 350 students from college each year. We work closely with colleges to ensure students with appropriate qualifications can gain advanced entry into a number of our degrees. All of our degree programmes are designed in consultation with our industry partners as the next step for college entrants. Through the College Connect Academy the School provides our future students with online subject specific materials and offers pre-entry workshops to smooth the transition from college to university life. Audio BSc (Hons) Audio Systems Engineering UCAS: J931 HND Sound Production with a B in the Graded Units, including units in Mathematics, Computer/ Audio Applications Programming and Electronics. BSc (Hons) Audio Technology UCAS: J932 HND Sound Production with a B in the Graded Units. Chemical and Forensic Science BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation UCAS: F410 15 credit HNC Applied Science with B in the Graded Units. Computer Networks and Security Engineering BEng (Hons) Networked Systems Engineering UCAS: J932 HND Computing: Networking or HND Computing: Technical Support, with an A in both Graded Units including Routing Technology Unit or CCNA2 and Mathematics Unit (such as DP8F34 or F20B34 or attendance and pass at Maths Summer School programme). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool 13
Programme directory Computer Networks and Security Engineering BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networks UCAS: I121 HND Computing: Networking or HND Computing: Technical Support, with A in both Graded Units. Construction, Surveying and Property BEng (Hons) Building Services Engineering UCAS: K242 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in either Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. Other related HNC qualifications may be considered. HND in either Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering or Sustainable Design. Other related HND qualifications may be considered. BSc (Hons) Building Surveying UCAS: K230 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in a Built Environment subject with a B in the Graded Units. HND Building Surveying with A in the Graded Units. Other built environment-related HND qualifications may be considered. BSc (Hons) Construction Management UCAS: K251 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in a Built Environment subject with B in the Graded Units. HND Construction Management with A in the Graded Units. Other built environment-related HND qualifications may be considered. BSc (Hons) Property Management and Valuation UCAS: N232 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in a Built Environment subject with minimum B in the Graded Units. BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying UCAS: K240 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in a Built Environment subject with a B in the Graded Units. HND Quantity Surveying with A in the Graded Units. Other built environment-related HND qualifications may be considered. Digital Design Technologies BSc (Hons) Digital Design (3D Animation and Visualisation) UCAS: 2E4W 15 Credit HNC 3D Computer Animation (or equivalent) with a A/B in the Graded Units. HND 3D Computer Animation (or equivalent) with a A/B in the Graded Units. Applicants will be required to submit a digital portfolio. BSc (Hons) Digital Design (Graphics) UCAS: 3K7P 15 credit HNC Graphic Design or Visual Communication with B in the Graded Units. HND Graphic Design or Visual Communication with A or B in the Graded Units. Applicants may be required to submit a digital portfolio. 14
Programme directory Digital Design Technologies BSc (Hons) Digital Design UCAS: 9T8C HND Interactive Media with A or B in the Graded Units. Applicants may be required to submit a digital portfolio. BA (Hons) Interior Design UCAS: W250 HND 3D Design: Interior Design with B in the Graded Units and successful digital portfolio submission. Electrical and Electronic Systems Engineering BEng (Hons) Computer and Electronic Systems Engineering UCAS: IH16 Please contact admissions for further information if interested in entering into. HND Electronics/Electrical Engineering with a B in the Graded Units, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool MEng Electrical, Electronic and Energy Engineering UCAS: H620 HND in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering or equivalent with a minimum B in the Graded Units, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool MEng/BEng (Hons) Electrical Power Engineering UCAS: MEng - H631/BEng - H630 Please contact admissions for further information if interested in entering into. HND Electrical or Electronic Engineering with B in the Graded Units, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool MEng/BEng(Hons) Mechanical and Power Plant Systems UCAS: MEng - HH36/BEng - HH32 HND Mechanical Engineering with B in the Graded Units, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool 15
Programme directory Environmental Management BSc (Hons) Environmental Management UCAS: FN82 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC in a Built Environment subject or HNC Social Sciences with A in the Graded Units or an HND in a Built Environment subject or HND in Social Sciences with B in the Graded Units. Fire and Civil Engineering BSc (Hons) Environmental Civil Engineering UCAS: H220 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HND Civil Engineering with a B in the Graded Unit. BSc (Hons) Fire Risk Engineering UCAS: H121 SWAP STEM programme at BBB. HNC or HND Civil Engineering or Built Environment subject with B in the Graded Units, Essential Subjects: Maths and Physics. Mechanical Engineering MEng/BEng (Hons) Computer-Aided Mechanical Engineering UCAS: MEng H132/BEng H131 Please contact Admissions for further information if interested in entering into. HND in Mechanical Engineering with B in the Graded Unit, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool MEng/BEng (Hons) Mechanical Electronic Systems Engineering UCAS: MEng - H361/BEng - H360 Please contact Admissions for further information if interested in entering into. HND Mechanical Engineering with a B in the Graded Unit, must include Mathematics for Engineering Units part 1, 2 and 3 (DG4H 33, DG4L 34 & DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. (H7K0 33, H7K1 34, H7K2 34, H7K3 35 & H7K4 35). Attendance and pass at Maths Summer School is essential for those without Mathematics for Engineering 3 (DG4P 35) or Engineering Mathematics 5 (H7K4 35). For more info: www.gcu.ac.uk/mathssummerschool 16
Programme directory Software, Games and Interactive Entertainment BSc (Hons) Computer Games (Software Development) UCAS: W280 15 credit HNC Computer Games Development with A in Graded Units. Must include the following units in the HND: Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing. HND Computer Games Development (with the code heavy delivery model) HND must include an A in Graded Units. Must include the following units in the HND: Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing; User Interface Design and any TWO from: AI and Critical Thinking; Game Customisation & Scripting; Game Physics; Scripting for Interactivity. BSc (Hons) Computer Games (Design) UCAS: GWK2 15 credit HNC Computer Games Development with A in Graded Units. Must include the following units: Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing. HND Computer Games Development (with the code heavy delivery model) HND must include an A in Graded Units. Must include the following units in the HND: Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing; 2D Animation; 3D Level Editing; Game Customisation & Scripting; Game Design: Pitch to Treatment; Game Design Theory. BSc (Hons) Computer Games (Art and Animation) UCAS: GW4G 15 credit HNC 3D Computer Animation with B in the Graded Units. HND 3D Computer Animation with B in the Graded Units. All candidates are required to submit a portfolio. BSc (Hons) Computer Games (Indie Development) UCAS: T4R2 HND Computer Games Development (with the code heavy delivery model) HND must include an A in the Graded Units and the following units: Mathematics for Interactive Computing; Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing; User Interface Design and any two from: AI and Critical Thinking; Game Customisation & Scripting; Game Physics; Scripting for Interactivity; 2D Animation; 3D Level Editing; Game Design: Pitch to Treatment; Game Design Theory; Game Customisation & Scripting. BSc (Hons) Computing UCAS: G401 HNC Computing with a total of 15 HN/120 credits and A in Graded Unit 1 containing: Software Development: Developing Small Stand Alone Applications; Software Development: Programming Foundations; Systems Development: Introduction; Systems Development: Testing Software; Maths for Computing 1. Additionally when considering students for direct entry into second year we recommend that students have studied object-oriented programming (preferably using Java) and have some experience of web development. HND Computing: Software Development including one of: Database Design Fundamentals; Relational Database Management Systems; Database Design and Programming in SQL and* one of Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use or Web Development Dynamically Generated Content. HND Computer Science including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Object Oriented Analysis and Design; Software Development: Data Structures. It is expected that successful applicants would have achieved grade A in both of the level 7 and level 8 Graded Units which make up their group award profile. *Applicants without this requirement may still be eligible for entry, but will have a restricted elective pathway choice. 17
Programme directory School of Health and Life Sciences The School of Health and Life Sciences brings together the departments of Life Sciences, Psychology, Social Work and Allied Health Sciences, and Nursing and Community Health. The School is home to over 3000 students from all over the world including the UK, Canada, Myanmar, Indonesia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh. We are ranked in the top three universities in Scotland for Podiatry, Diagnostic Imaging, Nursing, Vision Sciences, and Physiotherapy (2015 Complete University Guide). We have excellent links with professional bodies, regulators and employers and develop our programmes in line with their accreditation standards and expectations. The School of Health and Life Sciences can support you to make the next step from college to university with opportunities to attend open days, workshops and meet staff. We work in close partnership with colleges to ensure the alignment of our curriculum with your college studies and provide a range of support and services both before and after you join us to ensure a smooth transition to GCU. Direct entry into the School has more than doubled in the past four years and we work closely with GCU s College Connect team, and our Learning Development Centre, to create subject specific resources to support you during transition. Biological and Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science/Biomedical Science UCAS: B940 HNC in a relevant subject with B in the Graded Units and sufficient coverage of chemistry. SWAP Access to Science programme. 15-credit HNC in relevant subject, including genetics unit, with A in the Graded Units. BSc (Hons) Cell and Molecular Biology UCAS: C760 HNC in a relevant subject with B in the Graded Units and sufficient coverage of chemistry. SWAP Access to Science programme. 15-credit HNC in relevant subject, including genetics unit, with A in the Graded Units. HND in relevant subject with AB in the Graded Units. BSc (Hons) Food Bioscience UCAS: D611 HNC in a relevant subject with B in the Graded Units and sufficient coverage of chemistry. SWAP Access to Science programme. 15-credit HNC in relevant subject, including genetics unit, with A in the Graded Units. HND in relevant subject with AB in the Graded Units. BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and Dietetics UCAS: B400 SWAP Access to Dietetics/Science at Kelvin College. Science-based HNCs with sufficient coverage of chemistry are also considered. BSc (Hons) Microbiology UCAS: C510 HNC in a relevant subject with B in the Graded Units and sufficient coverage of chemistry. SWAP Access to Science programme. 15-credit HNC in relevant subject, including genetics unit, with A in the Graded Units. HND in relevant subject with AB in the Graded Units. 18