Course Overview

A variety of learning and teaching opportunities will be available on your course, approximately 30% of your learning will include lectures, tutorials and class room based learning supplemented by workshop activities. Studying can include individual and group working.

Higher education courses also require students to undertake independent study and so approximately 70% of your studies will be through independent learning, research, reading and completing assessments. Independent study can also include working in the library or joining a study workshop at the College where you can gain support on study skills.

General Eligibility

• Learners must be aged 18 years on or before 31st August of the academic year that the programme commences.

• A* to C grades or 9 to 4 grades in GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent), equivalent Level 2 qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills to IELTS 5.5 including reading and writing at 5.5.

• A minimum of 48 UCAS points is required for entry on to the programme, including points from a level 3 qualification.

• Examples of relevant level 3 qualifications include:

• GCE 'A' Level passes 1 x GCE 'A' Level pass plus AS level passes in appropriate subjects BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma BTEC National Certificate A Level 3 Diploma or equivalent such as NVQ, GNVQ, International Baccalaureate, A recognised (Kite marked) Access Course City and Guilds Technical Baccalaureate Successful completion of a Level 3 apprenticeship. Other relevant international qualifications

• It is recognised that some learners may have significant relevant work experience or other professional qualifications and therefore may be admitted to the programme, please contact the course team to discuss in more detail.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 5.5 including reading and writing at 5.5.