HIGHER EDUCATION Course Guide Entry 2014

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HIGHER

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Course Guide

Entry 2014

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WElComE to

Salford City

CollEGE

our univErSity

PartnErS

Salford City College

haS been offering

higher eduCation

(univerSity) CourSeS

for over a deCade.

the College offerS

qualifiCationS that

are awarded by

edexCel, the univerSity

of Salford and the

univerSity of bolton.

we offer he in a wide variety of

subject areas: • art and design

• Computing and games design • Music and Media

• Care and early years • teaching and education • business

• Construction • Sport

he courses are offered at the walkden, Pendleton and eccles Sixth form Centres and at our centre at MediaCityuK, futureSkills. our he courses are awarded by the university of Salford, university of bolton and edexcel.

WHy sTUDy WITH sAlfORD

CITy COllEGE?

• Teaching excellence - the college is recognised for excellence in teaching and learning at all levels of study. a key focus of the courses we offer are

learners on courses awarded by our partner universities are able to access facilities and services at both the college centres and also at our partner university campuses. this gives you the opportunity to combine the benefits of studying in a college environment such as small class sizes, regular access to your tutors and affordable tuition fees, with the academic and social benefits of accessing the facilities at a large university.

UNIvERsITy Of sAlfORD

www.salford.ac.uk

the college and the university have recently extended their existing partnership to collaborate on the development of a suite of innovative creative foundation degrees. the university is a close neighbour of the college, making accessing

university services and facilities particularly convenient for learners studying on our university of Salford foundation degrees. the university is located in two main areas of the city: at Salford Crescent, a short distance from Manchester city centre, and at MediaCityuK. both university campuses are easily accessible from all college centres by public transport. learners studying on university of Salford courses can access the following services through the university:

• Main campus facilities e.g. study areas and social areas • library facilities and online study materials generous contact hours with your tutors

and small class sizes. this means tutors are in a great position to support you to achieve your full potential.

• Great facilities - our he courses are offered at four of our centres, each with specialist facilities for the programmes on offer. Many of our he courses are taught at our new £6 million futureSkills centre, located in the heart of MediaCityuK, giving learners access to some of the best equipment and resources in the country.

• Competitive fees and flexible payment - tuition fees are lower than universities and will help you manage the cost of higher education. for those opting to pay their fees directly, rather than take out a loan, we offer instalment plans.

• We offer courses which will boost your employment prospects - all of our he courses are clearly linked to employment opportunities. learners take part in activities that will boost their Cvs or professional portfolios such as work placements and attending networking events.

• You can choose how long you want to study for - the college offers intermediate he awards such as foundation degrees and hnCs. these courses are perfect for those who aren’t sure whether they want to commit to full three or four year degree programmes. once you have completed your foundation degree or hnC you can opt to top up your qualification (e.g. to a full honours degree) or walk away with a recognised and respected intermediate he qualification.

• Flexible modes of study - Courses can be studied in full or part-time modes to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.

• Student union facilities e.g. bar, student activity groups • Some student life services

e.g. careers advice services • accommodation in university halls • university graduation ceremony

UNIvERsITy Of BOlTON

www.bolton.ac.uk

the college has offered programmes in partnership with the university of bolton for well over a decade. the university is a short drive or a bus ride from the college’s walkden and eccles Sixth form Centres where our bolton programmes are delivered. the college currently offers Sport, teacher education and early years programmes in partnership with the university. there are well established progression routes for learners who wish to continue their studies at the bolton main campus.

learners studying on university of bolton courses can access the following services through the university:

• Main campus facilities e.g. study areas and social areas • university library facilities and online

study materials • Student services • Student union facilities

e.g. bar, student activity groups • access to state of the art bolton one

Sports facilities (sports students) • university graduation ceremony

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ART AND DEsIGN

(Level 4 Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma)

thiS intenSive one year diPloMa allowS you to exPlore the Many areaS of art

and deSign before ChooSing one in whiCh to SPeCialiSe. it iS ideal PreParation

for entry on to an art and deSign baSed degree CourSe.

hiS intenSive one

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foundation degrees are a good stepping stone for learners who wish to pursue ba (hons) degree qualifications. on completion of the foundation degree students can apply for direct entry into year 3 (or if studied part-time, level 6) of a computing and games design (or related) degree or a ba top up programme. you will cover the following modules: • design Practice framework • visual arts

• entertainment technologies • digital graphics

• Programming for artists and designers • Creative Sound and Music

• games design Prototyping • digital narrative technologies • digital asset Management

AssEssMENT

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year. assessment will include written coursework and practical work.

GAMEs DEsIGN

(Foundation Degree)

the PrograMMe offerS the oPPortunity to develoP the intelleCtual,

Creative and teChniCal SKillS required to be a SuCCeSSful ConteMPorary

PraCtitioner in gaMeS deSign and develoPMent.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject equivalent to 200 uCaS points (e.g. bteC extended diploma MMP). applicants must hold level 2 qualification in english and Maths. Mature applicants who do not meet these prerequistes but can demonstrate other experience relevant to the programme of study will be considered on an individual basis. all applicants will be interviewed.

HOW TO APPly

applicants for the part-time mode should apply directly to Salford City College by completing the he application form. applicants for the full-time mode should apply via uCaS.

uCaS codes: Course code - i620

institution code - S03 university of Salford Campus code - S (Salford City College)

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GRAPHIC DEsIGN

(Foundation Degree)

thiS CourSe ProvideS an oPPortunity to develoP the intelleCtual,

Creative and teChniCal SKillS required to be a SuCCeSSful ConteMPorary

PraCtitioner in the graPhiC deSign induStry.

AvAIlABlE AT:

Pendleton Sixth form Centre

MODE:

full-time (2 years)

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODEs:

Part-time (3 years) full-time (2 years)

COURsE OUTlINE

learners will be provided with training in the essential skills of visual communication and will have the opportunity to explore a range of forms of visual communication including illustration, print, typography, photography and computer aided graphic design. through this integrated approach, learners will be provided with a foundation in the skills required for a range of careers in graphic design and related fields.

the course is assessed largely through practical work produced in response to time specific and industry-related briefs. employer and client engagement will be a key feature of the course. at the end of the course learners will set up their own professional exhibition.

Practical work is supported with study of art and design history and contemporary professional practice and a range of external visits.

Modules include: • visual Communication • typography

• Personal Professional development • final Major Project

• exhibition • Contextual Studies

AssEssMENT

assessment is continuous throughout the year. there will be a focus on portfolio development and live project briefs, that mirror industry based scenarios and group work.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject equivalent to 200 uCaS points (e.g. bteC extended diploma MMP Profile) and level 2 qualifications in english and Maths. Mature applicants will be considered on an individual basis. all candidates will be interviewed and expected to bring a portfolio of their work.

HOW TO APPly

full-time applicants should apply via uCaS. uCaS codes:

Course code - w210

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COURsE OUTlINE

learners will develop a wide range of technical and professional skills for performance, production, composition and music business management. learners will be supported to develop realistic and achievable career plans to help them reach their goals within the industry. work based learning, whether as a freelancer or as an employee within the sector, will form a key aspect of the programme. this will be valuable in helping learners to develop their Cvs and portfolios and good industry contacts as well as skills and knowledge. based at MediaCityuK, you will study at futureSkills; a creative hub for music and media students containing professional recording, editing and rehearsal facilities. also based within the centre is our roland Music academy, which will provide you with access to some of the leading products and artists within the music industry.

Modules include: • language of Music

• technology and Music Creation • live Music Performance and engineering • recording and Production

• Sound for the Moving image

• entrepeneurship, Marketing and artistic • work based Placement

• Commercial Music in Context • Managing a Music based Product • Professional Product realisation and

AssEssMENT

through a series of industry driven projects and scenarios, this course will equip you with a range of creative, commercial and personal skills to give you a competitive edge.

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year, covering both practical and written coursework.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject equivalent to 200 uCaS points (e.g. bteC extended diploma MMP).

applicants must hold level 2 qualifications in english and Maths. Mature applicants who do not meet these prerequisites but can demonstrate other experience relevant to the programme of study will be considered on an individual basis. all applicants are expected to have some knowledge of acoustics and the principles

that govern the creative use of music technology. applicants will be auditioned/ tested in these areas as part of the application process as appropriate.

HOW TO APPly

full-time applicants should apply via uCaS and part-time applicants should apply directly to Salford City College. uCaS codes:

Course code - w301

CREATIvE MUsIC

(Foundation Degree)

the foundation degree iS aiMed at advanCed learnerS who Strive to be

Multi-SKilled future ProfeSSionalS or entrePreneurS within the MuSiC induStry.

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9 COMPUTIN

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MU

sIC & MEDIA

COURsE OUTlINE

the qualification will focus on the areas of web development and programming, providing the skills needed to design and create solutions for existing and developing businesses either through the use of web authoring and scripting software or the latest programming languages.

Skills in project planning and management will be developed to complement the practical and technical skills developed throughout the course.

the following topic areas will be covered: • Multimedia design

• business Skills for e-Commerce • Computer Systems

• website design

• web applications development • object orientated Programming • Managing Projects

learners who successfully complete the hnC can top-up to the hnd at Salford City College.

AssEssMENT

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year. assessment will include written coursework, time constrained assessments and practical tasks.

COMPUTING AND

sysTEMs DEvElOPMENT

(HNC)

the hnC CoverS the Key Knowledge, underStanding

and PraCtiCal SKillS required in the iCt SeCtor.

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODE:

full-time (1 year)

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODEs:

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject equivalent to 200 uCaS points (e.g. bteC extended diploma MMP Profile) and level 2 qualifications in english and Maths. Mature applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

HOW TO APPly

Course code - i110

institution code - S11 (Salford City College)

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COURsE OUTlINE

the qualification will give learners a firm grounding in identifying employment opportunities in creative media, research for media production, industry regulation and key techniques in film/tv and radio production.

the programme will help to develop a wide range of industry relevant skills which will help to ensure that learners are multi-skilled practitioners.

work-based placements will be a key aspect of the programme and learners will be supported to find good quality placements within the industry as part of the course, developing their Cvs and industry contacts at all possible opportunities.

Modules include: • radio Production • Content Creation • video Production

• Personal and Professional development • Media theory

• final Major Project

• Managing a Media-based event

AssEssMENT

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year. assessment will include written coursework and practical assessment of project work.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

all candidates will be interviewed and expected to bring a portfolio of their work.

HOW TO APPly

Course code - P310

MEDIA PRODUCTION

(Foundation Degree)

thiS CourSe ProvideS an oPPortunity to develoP the intelleCtual,

Creative and teChniCal SKillS required to PurSue a Career in the

Creative Media induStrieS.

MU

sIC & MEDIA

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODEs:

COURsE OUTlINE

the foundation degree in Media Make-up for fashion aims to develop learners for employment as Make-up artists either as an independent practitioners or employees in the arena. the course has three main interlinked strands:

• advanced technical skill in Media Make-up practices, hair and postiche at level 4 and 5.

• Contextual aspects (business, ethical, social, historical and environmental) of Media Make-up to develop intellectual skills such as critical thinking but also to directly inform their practice.

• through work based learning, portfolio building, personal and professional practice and industry showcases you will build employability and transferable skills as well as industry awareness and give you the opportunity to demonstrate technical aptitude and creativity. the course lasts for two years. you will be able to pursue work opportunities on completion or can apply to join the third year/or a ba top-up of a related Media Make-up degree.

Modules include:

• Media Make-up advanced techniques and Practice for film, tv, Music and theatre

• hair and Postiche design

• Contextual Studies for Media Make-up • work based Placement

• image Creation for fashion • Professional Portfolio building

• Personal and Professional development • Media Make-up business and

Manufacture

• industry Showcase (end of year 1 and 2)

AssEssMENT

assessment methods will include practical projects and responses to industry briefs, presentation of make-up artistry through industry showcases, development of professional portfolios, written course work and presentations.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3

qualification in relevant subject area worth 200 uCaS points.

MEDIA MAkE-UP

fOR fAsHION

(Foundation Degree)

thiS new foundation degree iS deSigned to helP you aCCeSS exCiting eMPloyMent

oPPortunitieS in MaKe-uP artiStry. the two year CourSe iS awarded by univerSity

of Salford and taught by a teaM with extenSive exPerienCe in the SeCtor.

MU

sIC & MEDIA

relevant subject areas include: • diploma/vocational qualifications -

Media Make-up, hair and beauty, nails, art and design based subjects, Creative Media, theatre/Performance.

• a levels - art and design based subjects including fashion, Photography and Media based subjects.

all applicants should hold a level 2 literacy qualification (gCSe english language or literature grade C, level 2 functional Skills literacy or recognised equivalent).

all applicants will be required to show a portfolio of relevant work and attend an interview.

HOW TO APPly

full-time applicants should apply via uCaS.

Please enquire for course location.

MODE:

full-time (2 years)

*this course is subject to approval*

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COURsE OUTlINE

this hnC in health and Social Care is suitable for those seeking to enhance their employment prospects in the sector or as a stepping stone to further higher level study. learners will study the following core units: • Communicating in health and Social

Care organisations

• Principles of health and Social Care Practice

• health and Safety in the health and Social Care workplace

• Personal and Professional development in health and Social Care

• working in Partnership in health and Social Care

Possible optional units include:

• Safeguarding in health and Social Care • the role of Public health in health and

Social Care

• Community development work • empowering users of health and Social

Care Services

AssEssMENT

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year. assessment will include written coursework and project work.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

HOW TO APPly

applicants for the part-time mode should apply directly to Salford City College by completing the he application form. applicants for the full-time mode should apply either directly to the Salford City College or apply via uCaS.

uCaS codes: Course code - l510

institution code - S11 (Salford City College)

HEAlTH AND sOCIAl CARE

(HNC)

the hnC in health and SoCial Care giveS a firM grounding in the Key ConCePtS

and PraCtiCal SKillS required in the health and Care SeCtor.

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AvAIlABlE AT:

walkden Sixth form Centre

MODEs:

Part-time (18 months) full-time (1 year) - with the opportunity to progress to a hnd at Salford City College

once completed.

MUsICAl THEATRE

(Foundation Degree)

the foundation degree in MuSiCal theatre iS aiMed at thoSe who wiSh to PurSue

Career oPPortunitieS in MuSiCal theatre and related areaS of the artS. you will

develoP PerforManCe teChniqueS in ConteMPorary theatre, voiCe, jazz, taP and

ballet, and aCting through Song.

MU

sIC & MEDIA

COURsE OUTlINE

taught sessions will include dance, physical theatre, vocal (acting and singing) workshops and one to one sessions. there will be an emphasis on key performance skills to help prepare you for the audition process, such as developing your singing repertoire. you will take part in a number of performances each year as part of the college Performance Season. this will culminate in development of a student-led touring company in year 2 of the programme and taking part in an end of year industry showcase.

the history of Musical theatre and the context of contemporary Musical theatre will be explored in years 1 and 2. these modules will be linked to practical work, such as taking part in productions from a set era.

the foundation degree is a two year full-time programme. learners who successfully complete the programme will be able to apply to top up the qualification to a full ba honours (one final year of study).

Modules include:

• british Musical theatre Performance • Singing repertory

• dance (jazz, ballet, tap) • Contemporary theatre (acting) • history of Musical theatre

• american Musical theatre Performance • touring Company

• Contemporary Musical theatre analysis • acting through Song

• industry Showcase

AssEssMENT

you will be assessed largely through performance and the development of related portfolios. you will also be assessed through essays and presentation where appropriate.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in relevant subject area equivalent to 240 uCaS points. relevant subject areas: Musical theatre; Performing arts; dance; Music; drama/ theatre Studies.

all applicants should hold a level 2 literacy qualification (gCSe english language or literature grade C, level 2 functional Skills literacy or recognised equivalent).

all applicants are required to pass an audition which will include performing a prepared song, monologue and taking part in a dance workshop.

HOW TO APPly

full-time applicants should apply via uCaS.

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Please enquire for course location.

MODE:

full-time (2 years)

the hnC in health and Social Care is a vocational programme that references professional body requirements and national standards.

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COURsE OUTlINE

the course comprises of twelve modules that include the study of children’s development and learning, aspects related to the roles and responsibilities of the childcare worker and becoming a reflective practitioner. Study is closely linked to work practice and therefore you need to be working in a childcare setting.

Course content:

you will study the following modules: • Study Skills

• the developing Child

• iCt to Support Children’s learning • facilitating Children’s learning • Social Policy in early years • inclusive Practice • Safeguarding Children

• developing Self-reflectice Practice • Managing Sessions

• research Perspectives in early years • independent Study

AssEssMENT

assessment methods will include producing essays, critical reports, group and individual presentations. learners will also be observed in work-based settings and will be required to produce reflections on their work based practice.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject equivalent to 240 uCaS points (e.g. bteC extended diploma Merit Profile) and level 2 qualifications in english and Maths. Mature applicants who do not hold a level 3 qualification, but have relevant experience in the childcare sector, will be considered on an individual basis. all applicants must be employed/secure employment relevant to the sector (paid or voluntary) for a minimum of two days a week.

HOW TO APPly

applicants should apply directly to Salford City College by completing the university of bolton part-time application form. Please call 01204 900 600 for an application form.

EARly yEARs AND

CHIlDHOOD sTUDIEs

(Foundation Degree)

the foundation degree in early yearS and Childhood StudieS iS aiMed at thoSe

wiShing to ProgreSS their CareerS in ChildCare, teaChing and related areaS.

learnerS who SuCCeSSfully CoMPlete the foundation degree Can Move on to a

bSC (honS) toP uP PrograMMe offered at the univerSity of bolton’S Main CaMPuS.

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MODE:

Part-time (3 years)

COURsE OUTlINE

the course comprises of six modules. in addition, there is a requirement to undertake a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice.

Current modules include: • Preparing to teach

• teaching and learning in Practice • teaching and learning Project • Planning for assessment

• Curriculum quality and Professionalism • Personal and Professional development

AssEssMENT

assessment occurs on a continuous basis throughout the course. Methods employed include essay, presentation, portfolio development and observation of teaching.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

applicants should hold at least a level 3 qualification (or possibly a degree depending on the subject) in their subject area. Candidates wishing to teach vocational subjects will be required to have relevant work experience in the areas in which they are applying to teach.

HOW TO APPly

all applicants should apply directly to Salford City College.

PGDE/PDE

the ProfeSSional graduate diPloMa in eduCation (Pgde) and

ProfeSSional diPloMa in eduCation (Pde) are teaCher training

CourSeS for the learning and SKillS SeCtor whiCh are run by

Salford City College in PartnerShiP with the univerSity of bolton.

theSe qualifiCationS are the firSt SteP towardS ClaiMing qtlS (qualified

teaCher learning and SKillS) StatuS.

AvAIlABlE AT:

MODEs:

Part-time (2 years)

full-time (1 year)

The college also

offers PTlls, CTlls and

Assessors Awards.

visit

www.salfordcc.ac.uk

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BUIlE HIll vIsUAl ARTs

COllEGE AND sAlfORD

CITy COllEGE sCHOOl

CENTRED INITIAl

TEACHER TRAINING

(SCITT)

you will undertaKe all of your training in a SChool environMent. thiS

MeanS that you will have the beSt oPPortunity to Put eduCational theory

in to PraCtiCe in the ClaSSrooM.

The college

also offers various

CMI, CIPD and short

training courses.

visit

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School places are available on the following routes from September 2014:

on successful completion of the programme you will achieve qualified teacher Status (qtS).

you will be placed in secondary schools within greater Manchester over the course of the year and will be supported by your Mentor (a member of teaching staff from the school) to teach pupils. your Mentor will work with you to offer training opportunities suited to your needs. for example, if you are completely new to teaching, offering team teaching and opportunities to observe outstanding lessons to build your skills.

as well as your main placements you will also engage in enhancement placements. for example, observing teaching practice in a Primary setting. you will also attend taught sessions which will develop your knowledge of pedagogy, professional issues and also enhance your subject knowledge.

AssEssMENT

your ability to meet the teaching Standards will be assessed in the following ways:

• observation of your teaching practice. • development of a reflective log

mapping your progress.

• written and practical assignment work.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

all applicants will be expected to: hold a first degree from a uK higher education institution (or equivalent institution) in a relevant subject. entrants should hold a lower second or above.

have achieved a gCSe grade C in Maths and english (or a recognised equivalent set out in the Secretary of States itt Criteria).

demonstrate the potential to meet the teaching Standards through successful and active engagement with the interview process.

have an enhanced dbS in place in time for the commencement of the training (arranged by the SCitt).

HOW TO APPly

uCaS - initial teacher training application route.

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BUsINEss WITH:

(Select one of the following options)

Events management, financial management,

Hospitality management, Human resource management,

management or marketing.

(Foundation Degrees)

thiS Suite of foundation degreeS in buSineSS are deSigned to develoP your

Knowledge and underStanding of Core buSineSS PraCtiCeS Central to

the oPeration of all buSineSSeS, aS well aS SPeCialiSt Knowledge and

underStanding related to your ChoSen SPeCialiSt area.

COURsE OUTlINE

the foundation degrees aim to build awareness of business practices linked to your chosen specialism. you will study core aspects of business related to your chosen pathway as well as distinct specialist modules (see content below). you will apply your knowledge and understanding to practical projects and the work environment as part of the work based placement module.

the course can be studied in a full or part time mode. learners can apply to join the final year of related degree programme on completion of the foundation degree if they would like to further their studies.

Core modules for all programmes will include:

• business Statistics • Principles of accounting • Principles of human resource

• law in a business Context • global organisations • Project Management • work based Placement optional modules will include:

EvENTs MANAGEMENT

• Principles of events Management • events Management Practice

fINANCIAl MANAGEMENT

• financial Planning and Software applications

• financial and Management information Systems

HOsPITAlITy MANAGEMENT

• Principles of front office and accommodation

• Principles of food Preparation

HUMAN REsOURCE MANAGEMENT

• operations Management • organisational behaviour

MANAGEMENT

• operations Management • financial and Management

information systems

MARkETING

• integrated Marketing and Communications

• Consumer behaviour and Market research

AsssEssMENT

assessment methods will vary by pathway but will include written coursework, presentations, practical assessment, observations of work based learning and examinations.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

160 uCaS tariff points equivalent to CC at a-level or MPP bteC extended diploma in a related subject.

grade C or above at gCSe (or level 2 equivalent) in both Maths and english are required.

equivalent professional or academic qualifications (such as nvq 3 in hospitality or a related sector) will also be considered please contact admissions for further information. applications from those holding non-tariff point qualifications in relevant subject areas (such as work based nvq3s) are welcome.

Mature applicants: appropriately experienced applicants will be considered in line with the university’s aPl procedure.

HOW TO APPly

full-time applicants should apply via uCaS, part-time applicants should apply directly to Salford City College.

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AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODEs:

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• Maths (11-16) • Physics (11-16) • Chemistry (11-16) • english (11-16)

• Modern foreign languages (11-16) • business Studies (14-19)

you will train on a full time basis for one academic year.

AvAIlABlE AT:

buile hill visual arts College & greater Manchester Schools

MODE:

full-time (1 year) • • • •

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COURsE OUTlINE

the courses aim to build awareness of business practices linked to your chosen specialism. you will study core aspects of business related to your chosen pathway as well as distinct specialist modules (see content below). you will apply your knowledge and understanding to practical projects and through extended research in your final year of study. the first two years of the programme are delivered at Salford City College’s futureSkills centre. the final year is delivered at the Peel Park campus of the university of Salford.

Core modules for all programmes will include:

• business Statistics • Principles of accounting • Principles of human resources • law in a business Context • global organisations • Project Management • work based placement optional modules will include:

EvENTs MANAGEMENT

• Principles of events Management • events Management practice • Service Sector entrepreneurship • Strategic Management

• risk, regulation and Safety in events Management

fINANCIAl MANAGEMENT

• financial Planning and Software applications

• financial and Management information systems • business taxation

• international and business finance • Management accounting for Control

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

events Management, financial Management, human resource Management, general Management, Marketing - 300 uCaS tariff points. hospitality Management - 240 uCaS tariff points.

all applicants should have a grade C or above at gCSe (or level 2 equivalent) in both Maths and english.

Mature applicants: appropriately experienced applicants will be

considered in line with the university’s aPl procedure.

HOW TO APPly

full time applicants should apply via uCaS.

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODEs:

COURsE OUTlINE

you will explore a range of disciplines essential to those pursuing management posts in construction or wishing to undertake further study. you will explore key aspects of design, construction economics, surveying, applied maths and management.

the course lasts for two years and is offered during the day or in the evening.

there are a range of modular units which include:

Mandatory units:

• design Principles and application for Construction and the built environment • Science and Materials for Construction

and the built environment

CONsTRUCTION

(HNC)

the higher national CertifiCate (hnC) iS a PoPular qualifiCation within

the ConStruCtion induStry, PartiCularly aMongSt thoSe PurSuing

ManageMent PoSitionS. the hnC allowS ProgreSSion to further higher

eduCation PrograMMeS in ConStruCtion ManageMent or related

diSCiPlineS SuCh aS quantity Surveying.

• group Project in the Construction industry • health, Safety and welfare for

Construction and the built environment

Optional units currently on offer:

• applied Mathematics for Construction and the built environment

• Management Principles and application for Construction and the built environment • economics for Construction and the

built environment

• Site Surveying Procedures for Construction and the built environment

AssEssMENT

a range of assessment methods are utilised including written coursework, group projects and presentations.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

you should hold a relevant level three qualification in a Construction related subject. Maths and english at gCSe grades a to C (or equivalent) are recommended. Several years continuous employment in a construction-related industry can also provide sufficient entry requirements. Candidates may be asked to complete a C Skills assessment.

HOW TO APPly

applicants should apply directly to Salford City College.

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODE:

Part-time (2 years)

CON

sTRUCTION

BU

sINE

HOsPITAlITy MANAGEMENT

• Principles of front office and accommodation

• Principles of food Preparation • Contemporary food issues • Service Systems Management • international hospitality Management

HUMAN REsOURCE MANAGEMENT

• operations Management • employment law • employment relations

• resourcing, development and talent Management

• international hrM

• business ethics and Sustainability • Strategic Management

MANAGEMENT

• operations Management • financial and Management

information systems

• business ethics and Sustainability • international business

• Strategic Management • internal hrM

• international Marketing

MARkETING

• integrated Marketing and Communications

• Consumer behaviour and Market research

• Strategic Marketing Planning and Control

• Services and relationship Marketing • international Marketing

AsssEssMENT

assessment methods will vary by pathway but will include written coursework, presentations, practical assessment, observations of work based learning and examinations.

BUsINEss WITH:

(Select one of the following options)

Events management, financial management,

Hospitality management, Human resource management,

management or marketing.

(BSC Programmes)

thiS Suite of foundation degreeS in buSineSS are deSigned to develoP your

Knowledge and underStanding of Core buSineSS PraCtiCeS Central to

the oPeration of all buSineSSeS, aS well aS SPeCialiSt Knowledge and

underStanding related to your ChoSen SPeCialiSt area.

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20 COURsE OUTlINE

you will explore a range of disciplines essential to those pursuing management posts in Construction or wishing to undertake further study. you will explore key aspects of design, construction economics, surveying, applied maths and management principles, project management and key aspects of sustainability in Construction and the built environment.

the course lasts for three years and is offered during the day or in the evening. the nvq element will largely be assessed through work based visits and the completion of related course work.

CONsTRUCTION AND

THE BUIlT ENvIRONMENT

(Higher Apprenticeship)

thiS higher aPPrentiCeShiP iS deSigned to develoP ManagerS in the

ConStruCtion SeCtor and iS an ideal way to balanCe worK with

ContinuouS ProfeSSional develoPMent for thoSe who are already

worKing in the SeCtor. you will Study for a hnd in ConStruCtion and

the built environMent, alongSide Studying for an nvq level 5 diPloMa in

ConStruCtion ManageMent.

AssEssMENT

a range of assessment methods are utilised including written coursework, group projects and presentations.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

you should hold a relevant level 3 qualification in a Construction related subject. Maths and english at gCSe grades a to C (or equivalent) are recommended. Several years continuous employment in a construction-related industry can also provide sufficient entry requirements. Candidates may be asked to complete a C Skills assessment.

HOW TO APPly

applicants should apply directly to Salford City College.

CON

sTRUCTION

AvAIlABlE AT:

futureSkills

MODE:

Part-time (3 years)

Modules will cover the following areas: • research Methods and Professional

development Planning in Sport and Coaching

• exercise Science

• Sport and exercise Physiology • Sport and exercise Psychology • Sport and exercise biomechanics • training and fitness

• Coaching Process • Coaching Practice • effective Coaching

AssEssMENT

learners will be assessed on a continuous basis throughout the year. assessment will include written coursework, practical work, assessment of work-based learning and a small number of examinations.

ENTRy REQUIREMENTs

• 5 gCSe passes (or level 2 equivalents) including english and Maths.

• 160 uCaS points in level 3 qualification(s) in relevant subject areas:

• applicants holding aS/a-level

qualifications must have at least one a2 pass (or equivalent) in Science or Physical education.

• bteC extended diploma MPP in a sports related subject.

• access to higher education - Science pathway.

• if english is not your first language you will need ieltS 6.0.

• all candidates will be interviewed to ensure suitability for the course.

Mature applicants will be dealt with on an individual basis and may be required to undertake a diagnostic assessment.

HOW TO APPly

applicants for the part-time mode should apply directly to Salford City College by completing the he application form. applicants for the full time mode should apply directly via uCaS.

uCaS codes: Course code - C615

institution code - b44 university of bolton Campus code - f

sPORTs sCIENCE

AND COACHING

(Foundation Degree)

thiS foundation degree iS deSigned for thoSe who wiSh to develoP

their SKillS and underStanding of SPortS CoaChing alongSide an

underStanding of the SCientifiC baSiS of SPortS PerforManCe.

AvAIlABlE AT:

eccles Sixth form Centre

MODEs:

Part-time (3 years)

full-time (2 years)

COURsE OUTlINE

the focus of the course is on the

development of sports coaches and trainers who have the knowledge and ability to apply sports science principles in all aspects of their role.

you will study and practice sports coaching from basic principles up to preparation for elite competition. you will apply knowledge and understanding in work based settings, working with clients as part of the work placement element of the programme. you will study the physiological, psychological and biomechanical aspects of sports performance. topics such as the assessment and correction of sport techniques, applied sports training principles and the psychology of performance will be addressed.

sPORT

s &

sCIEN

CE

CO

A

C

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in partnership with

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fEEs & fINANCE

TUITION fEEs

there is variation in the level of tuition fees payable depending on:

• the mode of study • the duration of the course • the awarding body

• your status (if you are a home/eu or an international student)

fees for 2014/15 are yet to be set, these will be published on the Salford City College website at www.salford.ac.uk

*Course fees are subject to final approval and may change. Please enquire for the latest information.

**IN 2013/14 HOME/EU fEEs fOR OUR HE COURsEs ARE As fOllOWs PER yEAR*:**

TUITION fEE lOAN

Part-time learners can now apply for a tuition fee loan to help them manage the cost of course fees.

Part-time learners only start repaying their loan when they are earning more than £21,000. repayments begin in the april four years after you start your course. this applies even if you’re still studying. learners can pay back all or some of their loan at any time without incurring an early repayment charge. Please note that the maintenance loans and grants available

for full-time learners are not available for those studying in a part-time mode. it is important to do your sums before joining the course to make sure you can support yourself whilst studying. if you do claim a student fee loan and decide to withdraw from the course after the first six weeks of term you may be liable for part/full payment of the fees and will need to repay any tuition fee loan accordingly.

for further information on Student finance england support, please visit their website: www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk.

BENEfITs fOR lEARNERs WITH

lOW INCOMEs

Part-time learners on a low income may be eligible for benefits, including income Support, housing benefit and Council tax benefit. allowances are dependent on your personal circumstances such as your income and any savings you may have. if you’re already claiming income-related benefits and want to start a higher education course, you should ask jobcentre Plus or your local authority’s housing benefit department how this will affect your benefits.

sUPPORT fOR PART-TIME lEARNERs

TUITION fEE lOAN

full-time learners can apply for a tuition fee loan to cover fee costs up to £9,000 per annum.

HElP WITH THE COsT Of lIvING – MAINTENANCE lOANs

full-time learners from the uK can apply for a maintenance loan for living costs. you may have to give details of your household income (parents’/partner’s income plus yours). the loan is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. you have to pay the loan back.

learners can apply for the following: • living at home – up to £4,418

• living away from home, outside of london – up to £5,555

sUPPORT fOR fUll-TIME lEARNERs

EDExCEl

hnC (full-time) £3,920

hnC (part-time) £490 per 15 credits art and design diploma £0 (under 19) / £1,250 (19+)

UNIVERSITY OF BOlTON

foundation degrees and bas (part-time) £700 - per 20 credits foundation degrees (full-time) £5,995

Pgde (full-time) £7,200

Pde/Pgde (part-time) £2,800 (for year 1)

UNIVERSITY OF SAlFORD

foundation degrees (full-time) £4,900 foundation degrees (part-time) £3,265

edexCel

univerSity of bolton

univerSity of Salford

REPAyMENT Of TUITION AND MAINTENANCE lOANs fOR fUll-TIME sTUDENTs

your repayments are linked to your income. you only make repayments when your income is over £21,000 per year. if your income drops below this amount, repayments stop. each month you pay back 9% of any income over £21,000.

HElP WITH THE COsT Of lIvING – MAINTENANCE GRANTs

to apply for a maintenance grant you must be a full-time uK learner. unlike loans for maintenance and tuition costs, grants do not have to be repaid. you will have to give details about your household income (parents’/partner’s income plus yours) for your eligibility to be assessed. the grant is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. learners can apply for the following:

YOUR INCOME PER YEAR

MONTHlY REPAYMENTS

£21,000 and under no repayments

£25,000 £30

£30,000 £67

£40,000 £142

£50,000 £217

£60,000 £292

for further information about tuition fee loans, maintenance grants, loans for 2014/15 and guidance on making an application please visit www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk.

there is a range of additional support available for learners with a disability who are studying towards a higher education course. disabled Students’ allowances (dSas) are grants to help with the extra costs a student may face due to a disability. Conditions covered include long-term illnesses, mental health conditions or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. if you qualify for dSas, they’re paid on top of any standard student finance you receive. you can apply to Student finance england for dSas when you apply for student finance. the amount you can get isn’t affected by your household income, and the allowances don’t have to be paid back.

learners can apply for:

sUPPORT fOR DIsABlED lEARNERs

Please note that Salford City College cannot offer additional learning support to he learners who have not applied for dSa. for application guidance and additional information, please call 0161 631 5000 and ask to speak to a member of the learner Services department.

YOUR INCOME PER YEAR

MONTHlY REPAYMENTS

FUll-TIME lEARNER –

HOUSEHOlD INCOME

GRANT FOR COURSES

FROM SEPTEMBER 2014

£25,000 or less £30,000 £35,000 £40,000 £42,600 over £42,600 £3,387 £2,441 £1,494 £547 £50 no grant

TYPE OF lEARNER

SPECIAlIST EQUIPMENT

NON-MEDICAl HElPER

GENERAl AllOWANCE

full-time Part-time up to £5,212 for course up to £5,212 for course up to £20,725 for year up to £15,543 for year up to £1,741 for year up to £1,305 for year

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TRAvEllING

TO COllEGE

HOW TO APPly

A6 M602 A666 A580 Barton Rd Parrin Ln Green Ln Monton Rd Rocky Ln Folly Ln Chorley Rd E Lancashire Rd Partington Ln Broad St Worsley Rd Liverpool Rd

Barton Ln Centenary_Way Gilda Brook Rd Langworthy Rd Hope A57 A580 A572 Claremont Rd Half Edge Ln Eccles Old Rd Lancaster Rd M602 AlbionWay Pendlebury Swinton Worsley Middle Wood E Lancashire Rd Manchester Rd M60 Salford A575 Parr Fold Park Marriott Worsley Golf Club Ellesmere Golf Club Worsley Golf Club Winton Park Swinton Park Golf Club Buille Hill Park Salford Shopping City Peel Park Oakwood Park Eccles New Rd Broughton Rd Frederick_Rd Cromwell Rd A576 A5185 117

Manchester

Salford Oldham Stretford Sale Stockport Ashton- Under-Lyne Bolton Bury M60 M62 M60 M602 M56 M62 M66 M61

WAlkDEN sIxTH

fORM CENTRE

walKden road, worSley, M28 7qd

application routes for our he courses differ depending on the mode of study, type of course and partnership arrangements. if you are not sure which application method you should use, please see the course description in this Course guide.

fUll-TIME APPlICATIONs/UCAs

full-time applicants for our hnC and foundation degree programmes should apply to Salford City College via uCaS. depending on the course you are applying for, you will find the course listed either under Salford City College (S11), university of Salford (S03) or the university of bolton (b44). for further information on the uCaS application process please visit: www.ucas.com/how-it-all-works

to apply via uCaS please visit: www.ucas.com/apply

PART-TIME APPlICATIONs/DIRECT

APPlICATIONs TO sAlfORD CITy

COllEGE

if you would like to apply for one of our part-time he courses or the level 4 diploma in art and design please complete the he application form. we advise that you read the guidance document before completing the application.

once your application is complete please return it with all appended documents to Salford City College:

By email: [email protected]

By post: admissions, frontier house, Merchant quay, Salford, M50 3Sr.

UNIvERsITy Of BOlTON COURsEs

if you are applying for the Pde, Pgde, or fda early years please complete a university of bolton application form and return this to the Salford City College admissions team (not the university of bolton).

By email: [email protected]

By post: admissions, frontier house, Merchant quay, Salford, M50 3Sr

all centres of Salford City College are

located in Salford, just a few miles from the centre of

Manchester. the centres can be accessed by car and

public transport (including bus, train and tram).

there is ample parking at all centres.

if you are driving to college,

you will be required to register your

car and display a car permit.

ECClEs sIxTH

fORM CENTRE

ChatSworth road, eCCleS, M30 9fj

PENDlETON sIxTH

fORM CENTRE

dronSfield road, Salford, M6 7fr

fUTUREskIlls

daKota avenue, Salford, M50 2Pu

ACCEss TO HE

wanting to study a higher level qualification but not quite ready?

we have a range of access programmes designed to help you progress.

apply now to start your graduate journey!

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Chatsworth road, eccles, M30 9fj

dronfield road, Salford, M6 7fr

Salford, M50 2Pu walkden road, worsley, M28 7qd

Contact us:

tel: 0161 631 5000 email: [email protected] web: www.salfordcc.ac.uk

HIGHER EDUCATION Course Guide Entry 2014

HIGHER

EDUCA

TION

Course Guide

Entry 2014

WElComE to

Salford City

CollEGE

our univErSity

PartnErS

Salford City College

haS been offering

higher eduCation

(univerSity) CourSeS

for over a deCade.

the College offerS

qualifiCationS that

are awarded by

edexCel, the univerSity

of Salford and the

univerSity of bolton.

WHy sTUDy WITH sAlfORD

CITy COllEGE?

UNIvERsITy Of sAlfORD

UNIvERsITy Of BOlTON

ART AND DEsIGN

(Level 4 Pre-Degree Foundation Diploma)

thiS intenSive one year diPloMa allowS you to exPlore the Many areaS of art

and deSign before ChooSing one in whiCh to SPeCialiSe. it iS ideal PreParation

for entry on to an art and deSign baSed degree CourSe.

hiS intenSive one

A

RT

& D

Es

IGN

CONTENTs

ART & DEsIGN

Art and Design

(level 4 Pre-degree foundation diploma)...

Graphic Design

(foundation degree)...

COMPUTING & GAMEs DEsIGN

Games Design

(foundation degree)...

Computing and Systems Development

(hnC)...

MUsIC & MEDIA

Creative Music

(foundation degree)...

Media Production

(foundation degree)...

Media Make-Up for Fashion

(foundation degree)...

Musical Theatre

(foundation degree)...

CARE & EARly yEARs

Health and Social Care

(hnC)...

Early Years and Childhood Studie

s (foundation degree)...

TEACHER EDUCATION

PGDE/PDE

...

Buile Hill Visual Arts College and Salford City College School Centred Initial Teacher Training

(SCitt)...

BUsINEss (vARIOUs OPTIONs)

Business with:

(foundation degree)...

events Management

financial Management

hospitality Management

human resource Management

Management

Marketing

Business with:

(bSC)...

events Management

financial Management