Integrated Degrees Producing highly skilled, work-ready graduates for the Scottish economy
Katie Lee Project Officer, University of Stirling Kathryn.lee@stir.ac.uk 01786 466439
Background Well documented need for work ready graduates Joint proposal submitted to SFC November 2012 Announced funding in March 2013 Partnership and integrated approach not 2+2 articulation arrangement Now have four integrated degrees to offer
Four Integrated Degrees Life Sciences sector BSc (Hons)Applied Biological Sciences Digital and Tech sector BSc (Hons) Applied Computing Tourism, Visitor Economy & Heritage sector BA (Hons) Heritage and Conservation Media sector BA (Hons) Digital Media
Integrated Delivery Model Long established relationship between Forth Valley College, the University of Stirling and employers Joint design and development Shared delivery arrangements Employability, technical skills, industry awareness and academic excellence embedded throughout four years Dual student status
Forth Valley College
@Forth Valley College Higher National (HN) Curriculum, SQA Practical Work Attendance, 3/4 days per week Continuous Assessment Exposure to Industry Progression
The University of Stirling
@ University of Stirling University enrolment and induction Full access to all onsite and online learning resources Full access to all other University facilities and resources which includes: - personal tutor - accommodation - clubs & societies - students union - sports facilities - student support services - careers development centre - student learning services - STEER (peer mentoring programme)
Employability Industrial Consultation - Curriculum development - Promotion of degree outcomes and students Student exposure to industry - Industrial guest lectures - Industrial visits Work placement opportunities Awareness of industry practices and standards Developing sector specific and transferable skills
What employers say The Scottish Life Sciences Sector is calling out for highly skilled graduates with hands-on experience. An integrated degree will provide the practical and research skills required to produce work ready graduates. David Wotherspoon, Diageo
What employers say VisitScotland is delighted to support this honours programme in Heritage and Conservation. It provides a unique opportunity for Scotland s Tourism, Culture and Heritage sectors to attract talented graduates and turn some of Scotland s most important tourism assets into great visitor experiences to help stimulate sustainable economic growth in Scotland s visitor economy. Riddell Graham, VisitScotland
Enhanced Support Dedicated Project Officers Industry focussed curriculum development activity Access to subject specific guest seminars and public lectures Key subject tutorials at the University Opportunities to undertake Graded Unit work supervised by UoS lecturers Embedded/ timetabled study skills and transition support All IDP students have a UoS Personal Tutor Optional and compulsory modules at UoS (degree specific) alongside HND curriculum. Workplace visits and industry guest speakers at FVC and UoS Work placement module (year 3) consultations Extensive employer engagement activity Joined up student support
BSc (Hons) Applied Biological Sciences YEAR ONE YEAR TWO Quality & Health Safety Systems Cell Biology Fundamental Chemistry Biochemistry Microbiology DNA Structure & Function Human Body -Structure & Function Statistics for Science Presentation Skills in Science Protein Structure & Function Immunological Techniques Immunotechnology Micobiological Techniques Instrumental Techniques Biotechnology DNA Molecular Techniques Animal Biology Plant Biology Genetics Animal & Plant Cell Culture Statistical Techniques*
BSc (Hons) Applied Biological Sciences YEAR THREE Microbiology Animal Physiology Enzymes & their Applications Animal cell Applied Immunology Placement YEAR FOUR Proteomics Molecular Evolution & Phylogenetics Molecular Techniques I Molecular Techniques II Cell Birth, Life & Death Genetic Engineering for the Future Honours Research Project
BA (Hons) Heritage and Conservation YEAR ONE Structure of Tourism Industry Applying Marketing Principles in Tourism Creating a Culture of Customer Care Preparing for Employment in Tourism Providing Information on the Scottish Tourism Product Scottish Tourism Product: Niche Markets Research Skills Visitor Attraction Operations Countryside Recreation and Access Scottish Natural Heritage Graded Unit 1 YEAR TWO Influence on the Tourism Industry Marketing and Planning in Tourism Planning and Sustainable Development in Tourism Tour Operations Heritage Studies Visitor Attraction Management Practical Tourism Visit Industrial Placement Experience History, Culture and Genealogy Countryside Visitor Management Sustainability and Rural Communities Graded Unit 2
BA (Hons) Heritage and Conservation YEAR THREE Options MAY include: Heritage Theories and Principles Remote Sensing Exhibition Design and Management Public relations Gender and representation Theory and Practice of outdoor education Scotland in the Age of Wallace and Bruce Eco Education Advertising Introduction to Tourism History Dissertation Preparation Module YEAR FOUR Portfolio Module (compulsory) And two options from: Scripts, Story-Boards and Texts Cultural Theory and Media Practice Gaels, Vikings and Normans: People and the Environment in the North Atlantic World c. 750 1250 Nineteenth-century Scotland Castles: Power and Authority, Landscape and Contexts Safer Spaces: Industry, Pollution and Contamination Creative Writing The Poetic Eye: Documentary Film and Television Soils, Sediments and Landscape History Heritage: Natural and Cultural/Law and Designation OR one special subject, from: The Stewart Kings of Scotland Living on the Edge: People and Environment in the North Atlantic World (c1500 c1900)
BSc (Hons) Applied Computing YEAR ONE Computer Systems Fundamentals Developing Software: Introduction Troubleshooting Computing Problems Professionalism and Ethics in Computing Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing Software Development: Programming Foundations Computing: Introduction to Project Management Systems Development: Introduction Team Working in Computing HNC Computing: Graded Unit 1 (Exam) SQL: Introduction Software Development: Developing Small Scale Standalone Applications Computer Forensics Introduction Multi User Operating Systems YEAR TWO Software Development - OOP Systems Development -Object Oriented Analysis & Design Developing Mobile Web Based Applications: an Introduction Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use Graded Unit 2 Software Development -Data Structures Relational Database Management Systems Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques
BSc (Hons) Applied Computing YEAR THREE Software Engineering I Software Engineering II Multimedia and Human Computer Interaction Database Principles and Applications Communications and Networks Computer Game Technologies Information Systems Industrial Work Placement (compulsory) YEAR FOUR Honours project (compulsory) Big Optimisation Spaces NoSQL Databases Concurrent and Distributed Systems Technologies for ecommerce Artificial Intelligence Internetworking on the Wide Scale Enterprise Portals Computer Security and Forensics Telecommunications Systems and Services Web
BA (Hons) Digital Media YEAR ONE Creative Industries: Introduction Writing for the Media Radio Production 1 Video Production 1 Photography: An Introduction Communication: Using IT and DTP Journalism Skills: Introduction The Media: Features and Trends English Language Skills Law and the Media Media Analysis: Semiotics, Representation and Ideology Complex Oral Presentation Interviewing Skills Creative Industries Grade Unit 1 Research Skills Internet Theory and Practice YEAR TWO Writing for the Media: Advanced Scripting and Presenting for Radio News Web Design: An Introduction Television Planning and Production Radio Production 2 Video Production 2 Creative Industries: Graded Unit 2 Communication: Promoting and Pitching Interpersonal and Group Skills Personal Development Planning Freelance Working Skills
BA (Hons) Digital Media YEAR THREE Digital Creativity Production: Online Content Social Media Marketing: histories, contexts and strategies Options from: Production: Editing and Workflow Print Journalism Photo and Video Journalism Analysing the Language of News Cultural Theory & Media Practice Law and Government for Journalists Radio Feature Production Journalism and Society Work Experience YEAR FOUR Digital and Data Literacy One option from: Production: Content Development and Research Researching the Media and Culture Advanced Reporting Digital Journalism Students must also select one of: Digital/Publishing Project Documentary Production Digital Media Dissertation Journalism Project
Entry Requirements and Selection BBB or equivalent Check website for specific subject requirements Selection for a 15/16 start will be made through an application form and face to face or telephone interview
How to Apply for 15/16
How to apply for 16/17
How to apply for 16/17
For more information Katie Lee, Project Officer at the University: Kathryn.lee@stir.ac.uk or call: 01786 466439 Steven McGeever, Project Officer at the College: steven.mcgeever@forthvalley.ac.uk or call: 01324 403009