HE Prospectus 201819

HIGHEREDUCATIONUniversity Level Courses 2018/19 www.southampton-city.ac.uk

Welcome todegree levelcourses that willset you on yourway to the top At City College we offer an extensive range of higher education courses that will provide you with excellent practical skills and academic knowledge to progress your career or to equip you for further studies. Many of our courses offer you the opportunity to top-up to a full honours degree by studying for a final year at university. Our partnerships with local universities offer a seamless transfer, or there is always the opportunity to move on to a different university with your newly acquired knowledge and skills. As a student here you will enjoy a supportive, welcoming and creative environment with fantastic support and expert teaching. You will be taught by our industry expert tutors who have a wealth of skills and knowledge in their industry.Get social with us OPEN EVENTS Thursday 8th March 2018 5.30pm – 7.30pm sotoncitycollege Saturday 16th June 2018 9.30am – 1.00pm @city_college sotoncitycollege TASTER SESSIONS citycollegesoton (Photography, Art & Design, Contemporary Acting) Thursday 8th March 2018 5.30pm – 7.30pm Saturday 16th June 2018 9.30am – 1.00pm For more information or to book your place please visit our website

Contents 3College Information How to Apply 9 Why Choose Us 4 Course Listings 10–33Campus and Facilities 5 Supporting You 34Financial Support 6–7 Where to Find Us 35Guide to Levels 8 ContentsCourse Listings southampton-city.ac.uk Access to Higher Education 10–11 Art & Design & Photography 12–17 Contemporary Acting 18–19 Counselling & Psychotherapy 20–23 Early Years, Learning Support & Education & Training 24–27 Engineering & Building Services Engineering 28–31 Hospitality & Events Management 32–33

4 Why Choose Us?Studying Higher Education at City College gives you a route for achievement andprogression in your chosen career. Choose from a variety of career led courses thatcan help you progress, enter employment at a higher level or to achieve a degree.University It’s cheaper than going to universityPartnershipsand Progression On average, studying an HNC or HND with us can be as much asOur close partnerships with regional 61% cheaper than studying for auniversities give you the option to degree at university. According totop-up to a full honours degree. the NUS, student living costs, suchOur degree level courses offer you as accommodation, now averagean excellent entry point to go on to £12,000 per yearachieve a full degree Smaller Class Sizes Class sizes are small which enables us to provide you with a high level of individual support with your study skillsStrong Links Flexible Study Optionswith Employers Our courses are designed with yourThe Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) busy lives in mind. You often only needcommended our strong links with to attend college 1 or 2 days per week,employers. We work with over 1,000 to fit in with your other commitmentsorganisations across the region toensure you are more employable Industry Expert Tutors Many of our tutors are industry professionals, with first-hand experience and contactsHigher Education courses at City College Southamptonmeet the standards of the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)

Campus and Facilities 5 Why Choose Us? | Campus and FacilitiesOur modern state-of-the-art campus provides you with the very best opportunity to learnin real-life working environments using the most advanced industry-standard equipment,preparing you for your next steps in education or work. We have a number of otherfacilities you can take advantage of whilst studying here including our fully equippedgym, hair and beauty salon, Hub Café and Aspire Restaurant.Our main campus is centrally located, in the heart of Southampton, making it a greatplace for you to study and easy to reach. It’s just a short walk from the parks, cinemas,cafés and shops (including West Quay). Being city based, we have excellent links withuniversities and employers giving you great progression opportunities. southampton-city.ac.uk

6 Financial SupportDepending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to apply for financial assistanceto support the payment of your course and for extra help should you require it.If you’re ordinarily resident* in England and studying for your first degree or otherhigher education qualification, you won’t have to pay your tuition fees upfront.Government loans are available for eligible students from Student Finance England tocover your tuition fees and help towards living costs. You don’t pay anything back untilyou have finished your course and your income is over £21,000** The amount you pay isdependent on your salary and will be deducted from your salary by your employer in thesame way they deduct tax.Visit www.gov.uk/student-finance for more information.What Student Finance can I get?The main types of finance available are Tuition Fee Loans and Maintenance Loans.Tuition Fee Loans Maintenance LoansA Tuition Fee Loan helps you pay for your A Maintenance Loan helps towards yourcourse. New full-time students can applyfor a Tuition Fee Loan of up to £9,250 living costs, such as food, rentto cover the cost of tuition fees. Theamount you get doesn’t depend on your and books. The amount you can borrowhousehold income. depends on your household income, your course and where you live and study. How to apply To apply for a Tuition Fee Loan or Maintenance Loan visit the Government website www.gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance*check your eligibility at www.gov.uk/student-finance/who-qualifies**unless you have been overpaid

7Repaying Extra SupportYour Loans Childcare CostsRepayments are based on your Young parents under the agefuture income, not what you of 20 at the start of their course mayborrow. You won’t repay your loan be able to claim help with childcareuntil you have left college and costs under the Care to Learn scheme.your income is over £21,000 a year. You can apply for a Childcare Grant if you’re in full-time higher educationIf you are employed, repayment to pay for childcare costs for children Financial Supportwill be deducted from your income under 15 or under 17 if they have(the same as it is with tax and special needs.national insurance contributions). For more information visitYou will repay 9% of your income www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costsover £21,000 per year. So, if youearn £25,000 a year this means Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)you will repay 9% of 4,000 or £30 Disabled students can receive a rangea month. If you stop working or of support whilst in higher education,your income drops below £21,000 both from the college and theyour repayments will stop and Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).only start again when your income These are available to help with anyis over £21,000 a year. After 30 essential extra costs you are obligedyears, any outstanding balance to incur in relation to your studieswill be written off, unless you have because of your disability. The amountdefaulted on your loan. you can get depends on your needs, not your household income. DSAs doExample payments not need to be paid back.Income Amount of Monthly For a step-by-step guide of how income from repayment to apply visit which 9% will www.gov.uk/disabled-students- be deducted allowances-dsasUp to £0 £0 For more information call our southampton-city.ac.uk£21,000 Information, Advice and Guidance Team£25,000 £4,000 £30 023 8048 4848£35,000 £14,000 £105£45,000 £24,000 £180

8 Guide to LevelsWe offer a wide range of courses at varying levels of qualification. To help you inidentifying a level suitable for you we have listed them below. Depending on the course,you may be able to enter a level based on your work experience instead of just yourprior qualifications. For specific entry requirements see the individual course pages inthis prospectus or visit our website. L6 Level 6 is the third Qualifications: year of degree level ÒÒ BA (Hons)Level 6 study ÒÒ BSc (Hons) Equivalent to: Typical entry requirements: An Honours degree ÒÒ GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 AND ÒÒ Relevant level 5 qualification L5 Level 5 is the second Qualifications: year of degree level ÒÒ Higher National Diploma (HND)Level 5 study ÒÒ Diploma in Higher Education ÒÒ Foundation Degree Equivalent to: Second year of a Typical entry requirements: degree ÒÒ GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 AND ÒÒ Relevant level 3 or level 4 qualification L4 Level 4 is the first Qualifications: year of degree level ÒÒ Higher National Certificate (HNC)Level 4 study Typical entry requirements: Equivalent to: ÒÒ GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 First year of a degree AND ÒÒ Relevant level 3 qualification L3 Level 3 is an Qualifications: excellent stepping ÒÒ Access to Higher EducationLevel 3 stone to university. ÒÒ Foundation Diploma Equivalent to: Typical entry requirements: A-levels ÒÒ GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4

How to Apply 9 1STEP STEP STEP Guide to Levels | How to Apply Find your 2 3 course Apply Attend yourFind the course that interview interests you in this Go online or visit us toprospectus or online. make your application. We’ll invite you to interview or enrolment.If you want advice on Please note any of our courses applications for the We will contact you before you apply Foundation Degree with all the information please contact us in Early Years Care & you need to enrol and Education and Learning Support should be secure your place on your chosen courses made directly to the University of PortsmouthApply today Equal Opportunities southampton-city.ac.uk At City College Southampton wewww.southampton-city.ac.uk provide a learning and working environment where people are treated Admissions Team with respect. This means welcoming St Mary Street and valuing the richness of diversity Southampton SO14 1AR by treating people as individuals and considering all applications fairly and 023 8048 4848 equally. [email protected]

10 Liam Prince At City College: Access to Higher Education Social Sciences Now: BSc (Hons) Psychology at University of SouthamptonOver 25,000 Access to HE studentsentered degree courses atUK universities last year 75% OVER 90%of Access to HE students of graduates with an Access to HE are accepted by their Diploma were in employment or local universities further study within 6 months

Access to Higher Key facts 11Education Laser DiplomaLevel 3 Full-time (2 days per week) Duration: 1 year September startOur Access to Higher Education courses are designed Course assessed byfor adults who want to enter Higher Education but maynot have the usual qualifications such as A-Levels. They Coursework/practicalExamare accredited through Laser Learning Awards andwill help you develop the skills you need to prepare 90% 10%for university. The courses are full-time (2 days perweek) with the exception of Nursing and Healthcare Entry Requirements: Access to Higher EducationProfessions which can also be studied part-time(2 evenings per week). All subjects GCSE English and mathsSubjects available grade A*–C/9–4There are 3 subject areas you can apply for, which will bebased on the degree course you are aiming to study for. Nursing and Healthcare Prior or current workThe subjects offered are: experience in a healthcareÒÒ Nursing and Healthcare Professions settingÒÒ Teacher Education GCSE Biology or ScienceÒÒ Social Sciences essential Teacher Education Secured a work placement in a school (minimum of 2 hours a week for 2 terms) GCSE Biology or Science essentialAdvanced Learner Loans Where next? southampton-city.ac.uk Students successfullyIf you are aged 19+ Advanced Learner Loans are completing would progressavailable to help finance your studies. If this is your to Higher Education atfirst Level 3 qualification, you may be entitled to University, in courses suchall of your fees being paid. If you are aged 19+ as Midwifery, Nursing,and take out an Advanced Learning Loan to fund Psychology, Physiotherapy,your Access to HE course and go on to successfully Health Care, Social Work andcomplete your degree or subsequent Higher Primary Teaching.Education course, the Government will pay theloan that covered your Access course.www.southampton-city.ac.uk/student-support

12 Free Art & Design taster session For more information visit www.southampton-city. ac.uk/eventsUK creative industries generate Jobs in the creative sector £87.4 billion are expected to rise up to a third by 2020 a year to the UK economy The UK has the Earn up to second-largest design £50,000 sector in the world as a Graphic Designer

Art & Design Key facts 13 Foundation DiplomaLevel 3/4 (Pre-degree) Full-time (3 days per week)This course gives you the chance to explore and Duration: 1 yearexperiment with a wide range of project-based art and September startdesign activities, to prepare you to move on to a range Course assessed byof undergraduate degrees. It will enable you to buildyour existing skills and offer new practical, critical and Coursework/practicaltheoretical experiences. 100%It will provide you with a structure to assist your choices Entry Requirements:for your future education and career. 5 GCSEs grades A*–C/9–4 (including English) Art & Design AND either 1 creative A-Level OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & DesignEnd of year art exhibition Where next? ÒÒ HNC in Art & DesignWhat will you learn? ÒÒ Degree at universityÒÒ Print making ÒÒ Freelance workÒÒ Graphics ÒÒ Work in graphic design,ÒÒ PhotographyÒÒ Life Drawing illustration, fine art,ÒÒ Sculpture fashion, textiles,ÒÒ Working with materials to create 3D art 3D design, interiorÒÒ End of year exhibition design, animation,ÒÒ Build a broad and varied portfolio for university art history, digital media, curatorship, art journalism interviews or teaching southampton-city.ac.uk

14 Nick Cook At City College: HNC/HND in Art & Design Now: BA (Hons) in Fine Art University of Brighton 100% of Art & Design students progressed to their 1st choice of University

Art & Design Key facts 15 HNC/HNDLevel 4/5 Art & Design Full-time (10 hours perThis practical course will particularly benefit those week – over 2 days)with a desire to work in the creative arts industry orare currently working within the profession. It will Duration: HNC: 1 yearprovide you with a range of creative experiences and HND: 1 yearwill enable you to experiment and develop your skillsin drawing, painting, photography, printing, graphics September startand sculpture/3D methods. Each year ends with aprofessional art exhibition where you can showcase Course assessed byyour work. Coursework/practicalWhat will you learn?You will be supported in developing a highly individual, 100%ideas based portfolio, pursuing your own specialistinterests including theory, materials and techniques. Entry Requirements: Level 3 qualification in art, design, photography, media or other relevant subject (such as an A-Level in a creative subject or a foundation/ extended diploma) AND 5 GCSEs grade A*–C/9–4 (including English and maths) AND Portfolio of work to be presented at interview Mature students considered through interview and portfolioThis includes: Where next? southampton-city.ac.ukÒÒ Visual communication in art and design ÒÒ Top up to a degree atÒÒ Ideas generation and development in art and designÒÒ Contextual studies, art theory and cultural university ÒÒ Freelance work referencing in art and design ÒÒ Work in graphic design,ÒÒ Communication with images in art and designÒÒ Traditional and experimental materials, processes illustration, fine art, textiles, 3D design, and techniques interior design, animation,ÒÒ Digital media and lens-based recording techniques art history, digital media,ÒÒ Professional practice in art and design curatorship, art journalismÒÒ Exhibition management and curation or teaching

16 Esther Collier At City College: HND in Photography Now: BA (Hons) in Photography (top up 3rd year) at Solent University Free Photography Studio taster session For more information visit www.southampton-city. ac.uk/eventsUK photography industry worth 17,900 people in the UK employed £2 billion in photography Earn up to £9.6m per hour is generated by the creative industries £50,000 as a photographer

Photography Key facts 17 HNC/HNDLevel 4/5 Full-time (10 hoursThis course is ideal if you have a desire to be a per week – over 2 days)professional photographer, work in creative industries,or enhance your skills for work or pleasure. Run by Duration: HNC: 1 yeartutors with a wealth of professional industry experience, HND: 1 yearyou will develop your existing skills and explore newconcepts and use our industry spec Adobe software. September startThe course will provide you with a range of styles andtechniques relevant to your chosen specialism. Course assessed by Coursework/practical Photography 100% Entry Requirements: Level 3 qualification such as an A-Level or National Diploma in design, photography, media or other relevant subject AND A portfolio of work AND Good IT skills Applicants may be considered without formal qualifications if their skills and experience are of an appropriate standard Student work Where next? ÒÒ Top-up to degree levelWhat will you learn?ÒÒ Develop advanced photographic skills and photography course at University techniques working on location and in our ÒÒ Work as a professional state-of-the-art photography studio photographer – freelance,ÒÒ Lighting techniques both in the studio and on agency or for a company locationÒÒ You will have the opportunity to work on client led southampton-city.ac.uk live briefsÒÒ You will have the opportunity to explore your choice of specialist areas of photographic practice

18 Free Performing Arts Combat Skills taster session For more information visit www.southampton-city. ac.uk/events £2 billion 300,000 jobs 16 million is the value in music, performing visitors a & visual arts of the UK live year to Earn up to £35,000 music and as an Actor or Actress London festivals market theatres

Contemporary Key facts 19Acting Full-time (16 hours per week) Contemporary ActingLevel 4 Duration: 1 year September startThis professional training programme will provide you Course assessed bywith advanced skills and techniques to prepare you forfurther training at drama schools, conservatoires and Coursework/practicalprofessional academies. 100%With a focus on experimental theatre, you will have Entry Requirements:regular opportunities to perform in our 240-seat hubtheatre as well as other venues. You will learn the Level 3 Extended Diploma intheories and principles of the performing arts and Performing Artsthe challenges of devising, planning and organising ORan event or performance. Practical sessions involve 3 A-Levels grade A*–Cperformance work, including advanced character including at least one indevelopment, production skills and directing. a related subject Those already employed in the industry will also be considered Audition and interviewWhat will you learn? Where next?ÒÒ Professional training ÒÒ Professional dramaÒÒ Advanced research skills including character conservatoire, drama development school or academyÒÒ Acting for camera and microphone training courseÒÒ In-depth study of professional practitioners ÒÒ Top up to degree levelÒÒ Contemporary approaches to acting studyÒÒ Physical theatreÒÒ Small scale touring southampton-city.ac.ukÒÒ Theatre in the communityÒÒ Devising or writing for performanceÒÒ Directing

20 28% Earn up to £47,000 One in four as a Counsellor people in the UK of people in the UK have consulted 4,341 will experience a counsellor or psychotherapist full-time psychotherapists a mental health employed in the NHS problem in any given year

Person-Centred Key facts 21Counselling Diploma in HE Full-time Person-Centred CounsellingLevel 5 (1 day per week) Duration: 2 yearsThis course will provide a theoretical foundation and January startpractitioner training in the Person-Centred Approach, Course assessed bywhich qualifies you to practice as a counsellor. It willgive you an opportunity to work with both traditional Coursework/practicaland contemporary person-centred counselling theorists,equipping you with a wide theoretical knowledge from 100%which to practice safely and ethically. At the end of thesecond year you will be qualified to apply for and work Disclosure and Barring Servicein different areas of the profession. (DBS) check will be requiredThis is a 2 year full-time course validated by Middlesex Entry Requirements:University, which has the option of an extra 1 yeartop-up course, a BA (Hons) Degree in Person-Centred Level 3 Certificate inCounselling & Psychotherapy, after successfully Counselling Skills or equivalentcompleting the Diploma. Be in touch with a suitableWhat will you learn? clinical placement – not usuallyYear one your current place of workÒÒ Person-Centred TheoryÒÒ Research: Counselling Contexts Be able to work at GCSE EnglishÒÒ Culture and Diversity (grade A*–C/9–4) or aboveÒÒ Clinical Practise/SupervisionYear two Be assessed as havingÒÒ Person-Centred Theory (Module 2) psychological and emotionalÒÒ Research: Expressive Person-Centred Practice maturityÒÒ Professional DevelopmentÒÒ Clinical Practise/Supervision Have time to study full-time Where next? southampton-city.ac.uk ÒÒ One year top-up Degree – BA (Hons) at City College ÒÒ Work in the sector including private practice, NHS, schools, and related sectors

22 Jenna Clark At City College: BA (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Now: Human Trafficking Project Worker at Barnardos

Person-Centred Key facts 23Counselling & BA (Hons)Psychotherapy Full-time Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy (1 day per week)Level 6 Duration: 1 year January startThis final year of the 3-year degree course provides high Course assessed byquality professional counsellor training and is deliveredby an experienced, practising team. It is ideal if you are Coursework/practicallooking to become an advanced clinical practitioner inPerson-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy. 100% Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requiredIt will provide you with a multi-disciplinary professionalfocus within a broad ‘psy’ industry such as developmentalpsychology, psychopathology, psychiatry and diagnostics.This course is validated by Middlesex University and is This course is officially accreditedofficially accredited by the BACP (British Association by the BACP (British Association forfor Counselling & Psychotherapy) and upholds their Counselling and Psychotherapy) andprofessional quality and standards. upholds their professional quality and standards.What will you learn? Entry Requirements: southampton-city.ac.ukYou will cover personality development,psychopathology, skills practise, ethics, theory and Level 5 Diploma inpersonal and professional development. Person-Centred / Humanistic CounsellingUnits include:ÒÒ Research methodologies and ethics Where next?ÒÒ Psychopathology, psychology, DSM V and PCA ÒÒ Diploma in ClinicalÒÒ Advanced clinical practise/supervisionÒÒ Dissertation and Viva Supervision ÒÒ Masters Degree100% in Counselling / student satisfaction Psychotherapy ÒÒ Work in the sectorThe BA (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy including privatehas been awarded 100% satisfaction in a 2017 student survey practice, NHS, schools,conducted by National Student Surveys (NSS). and related sectors

24 Diana Buckell At City College: Foundation Degree in Early Years Care & Education Now: BA (Hons) top-up degree in Education and Training at the University of Portsmouth Over OVER 452,000 Earn up to 46,000 early years staff in the UK £35,000Childminders Over 3 million per year as in the UK a Playworker childcare places in the UK

Early Years Care Key facts 25& Education Foundation Degree Part-time Early Years Care & EducationLevel 4/5 (½ a day per week) Duration: 3 yearsIf you are an enthusiastic and committed early years’ September startprofessional with a desire to continue to develop, this Course assessed bycourse is for you. A key component of this degree is theapplication of the ideas and information you learn in the Coursework/practicaltaught sessions in your workplace. 100%Endorsed by the early years’ sector this qualification Disclosure and Barring Servicecan lead to the option of a top-up honours degree (DBS) check will be requiredin Education and Training. Completion of which willsupport you in pursuing a career in teaching, although Entry Requirements:further study and qualifications are needed. A-Level 3 childcare qualificationWhat will you learn? e.g. CACHE or BTEC DiplomaThe course will cover a range of units including: in Children’s Care, LearningÒÒ Working with children and DevelopmentÒÒ Play-based learningÒÒ Curriculum planning and legislation Other level 3 qualifications willÒÒ Managing individuals and groups be consideredÒÒ Professional collaboration and safeguarding childrenÒÒ Working with parents If you have a level 4 DiplomaÒÒ Cognitive and psycho-social development in Early Years you may be able to progress straight into the This qualification is validated and awarded by the second year of this course University of Portsmouth – please apply for this course via Portsmouth University www.port.ac.uk/ Those with no formal courses/education-childhood-and-youth-studies/ qualifications will be considered but need extensive Early Years experience100% Where next? southampton-city.ac.uk ÒÒ Top-up to a BA (Hons) in student satisfaction Education and TrainingThe Foundation Degree in Early Years has been ÒÒ Teacher training (PGCEawarded 100% satisfaction in a 2017 student surveyconducted by National Student Surveys (NSS). or SCITT programmes) ÒÒ Early Years teacher (EYT) status

26 Key facts Foundation Degree Learning Support Part-time (1 evening per week) Level 5 Duration: 3 years September startIf you are an enthusiastic and committed learning Course assessed bysupport professional with a desire to progress, thiscourse is right for you. If you currently work in learning Coursework/practicalsupport and have at least a year’s experience paid or 100%voluntary and the ability to study at this level you couldwork towards a nationally recognised qualification Entry Requirements:in your field. On completion you can top-up to a fulldegree if you wish. Level 2 English and maths or GCSE equivalentWhat will you learn? You must be working in eitherA key component of this foundation degree is the a voluntary or paid learningapplication of the ideas and information you learn in support role for a minimumtaught sessions in your workplace. As you review your of 12 hours per weekown practice and knowledge, you will enhance yourprospects in this field.The course covers the following units: Those with no formalÒÒ Supporting learners with diverse needs qualifications will beÒÒ Learning theory considered but need extensiveÒÒ Assessment experience in learning supportÒÒ Supporting learning with social and emotional needsÒÒ Literacy and numeracy Where next?ÒÒ Own choice research and enquiry projects ÒÒ Top-up to a BA (Hons) inÒÒ Personal professional development including Education and Training key skills ÒÒ Top-up to a BA (Hons) in This qualification is validated and awarded by the Education and Training University of Portsmouth – please apply for this Studies course via Portsmouth University www.port.ac.uk/ ÒÒ Qualified Teacher Status courses/education-childhood-and-youth-studies/ or promotion in learning fda-learning-support/ support roles

Education & Key facts 27Training Diploma Learning Support | Education & TrainingLevel 5 Part-time (1 evening per week)This teaching qualification is designed for thoseworking or aspiring to work as a teacher or trainer. It is a Duration: 2 yearsrecognised route to gaining Qualified Teacher Learningand Skills (QTLS) status allowing you to teach in schools, January startcolleges and in further education. Course assessed by Coursework/practical 100%The course will enable you to take a practical and Entry Requirements:analytical approach to all the aspects of training andeducation, from planning and designing learning A level 3 qualification in thethrough to teaching, assessing and supporting learners. subject you wish to teachYou will also cover the theories and principles of (or the ability to demonstrateeducation and training and be given the opportunity suitable subject expertise andto embed these in your own teaching and practice. specialist knowledge)What will you learn? Level 3 Education and TrainingThis course extends into investigation and research qualification or PTLLS Awardinto current practice, theories and models relating toeducation and training. You will demonstrate your Level 2 Literacy/English andability to transfer the findings of your research into Numeracy/Maths is preferableyour own practice. Access to 100 hours teaching practice over the courseThe units included in this course are: Where next?ÒÒ Teaching, learning and assessment ÒÒ Qualified Teaching andÒÒ Understanding and managing behaviours in a Learning Status (QTLS) learning environment – an online portfolioÒÒ Theories, principles and models through the EducationÒÒ Evaluating learning programmes and Training FoundationÒÒ Equality and diversity ÒÒ BA in Education atÒÒ Developing teaching learning and assessment universityÒÒ Developing, using and organising resources southampton-city.ac.uk in a specialist areaÒÒ Wider professional practice and developmentÒÒ Action research

28 186,000 5.7 MILLION people with engineering engineering employees in UK skills are needed per year Earn up to 68% of engineering and technology graduates were in £50,000 employment within 6 months as a Building Services Engineer

Engineering Key facts 29 HNCLevel 4 Engineering Part-timeThis course is ideal for achieving a higher education (1 day per week)level qualification in engineering and for careerdevelopment. It will prepare you for progression in your Duration: 2 yearscurrent employment and for further studies at university. September startYou will develop the concepts, knowledge, skills andtechniques required for working in today’s engineering Course assessed byand manufacturing industry. Coursework/practicalThe courses includes both electrical and mechanicaltopics providing you with a broad range of knowledge, 100%skills and ability, leading to you gaining either a HNC inGeneral Engineering or a HNC in Electrical/Electronic Entry Requirements:Engineering. A-Level in Mathematics and Science or Physics OR BTEC Extended Diploma in an Engineering discipline Those with substantial work experience in the sector who have GCSE in Maths, Science and English (grades A*–C/ 9–5) will be considered Those with substantial work experience in the sector who have passed a bridging course (e.g. BTEC Certificate in Engineering) will be consideredWhat will you learn? Where next? southampton-city.ac.ukÒÒ Mechanical and electrical science ÒÒ HND, foundation degreeÒÒ Engineering mathematicsÒÒ Engineering design or honours degree inÒÒ Electrical and electronic principles engineeringÒÒ Managing a professional engineering project ÒÒ Employment in a rangeÒÒ Production engineering for manufacturing of engineering disciplinesÒÒ Quality and process improvement e.g. manufacturing andÒÒ Mechatronics project management

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Building Services Key facts 31Engineering HNC Part-time Building Services EngineeringLevel 4 (1 day per week) Duration: 2 yearsThis course is designed for experienced employees September startwithin the building services engineering industry in the Course assessed byareas of M&E design, installation, project managementor estimating. It will prepare you for a range of technical, Coursework/practicalprofessional and management careers. Developed 100%with career progression in mind this qualification isrecognised by the main professional body CIBSE. Entry Requirements:What will you learn? You should be at least 18You will explore building services engineering design years of age and have either:and the science behind these services. You will also lookat management and design principles and how to put At least one A-Level andthem into practice. You will study design principles and 5 GCSEs grades A*–C/9–4concepts, and apply all your learning in a group project. (including maths and an appropriate science or technology subject)ÒÒ Design principles and application A-Level related qualificationÒÒ Applied mathematics in construction such as level 3 NationalÒÒ Health, safety and welfare Diploma in Construction andÒÒ Management, principles and application Built EnvironmentÒÒ Low pressure hot water for non-domestic buildingsÒÒ Application of scientific principles to building Those with substantial professional experience in the services engineering sector will also be consideredÒÒ Group projectIn the second year of study you will have the opportunity Where next?to specialise in either electrical or mechanical ÒÒ HND or degree levelengineering. course in construction and the built environment southampton-city.ac.uk ÒÒ Professional qualifications offered by CIBSE ÒÒ Employment in Building Services in roles such as Quantity Surveyor or Building Services Engineer

32 Over 1.7 MILLION employed in UK 70,000 hospitality industry restaurants 1.3 million in the UK business events held each year in the UK Earn up to £80,000 as an Events Manager

Hospitality Key facts 33& Events HNCManagement Hospitality & Events Management Part-timeLevel 4 (1 evening per week)This course will equip you with a range of skills and Duration: 2 yearsknowledge of hospitality and event businesses andorganisations, their management and the vibrant September startenvironment in which they operate. You will also gaina range of professional and practical skills needed to Course assessed byget ahead in this dynamic and exciting sector. It is anexcellent route into employment or to a degree for Coursework/practicalthose interested in the hospitality and events industries. 100%The College has links with many event venues, whichwill provide you with year-round opportunities to get Entry Requirements:involved in local and national events. This experiencewill provide you with the chance to acquire vital business You will need substantial workknowledge and skills in the organisation and running of experience in hospitality,events. catering or related industries, preferably with some supervisory experience OR An A-Level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in hospitality AND Maths and English at GCSE Grade A*–C/9–4 or equivalentWhat will you learn? Where next?ÒÒ The contemporary hospitality industry ÒÒ HND or degree levelÒÒ Managing the customer experienceÒÒ Professional identity and practice course in hospitality,ÒÒ The hospitality business toolkit event management orÒÒ Leadership and management for service industries travel managementÒÒ Managing conference and events ÒÒ Employment inÒÒ Managing food and beverage operations hospitality, eventÒÒ Hospitality marketing essentials management, the cruising industry and the travel and tourism southampton-city.ac.uk industry ÒÒ Small business start-up

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Where to Find Us 35We have excellent local transport links with buses, trains and ferries all servingthe city centre. After 4:30pm, there is limited on-site pay and display parking,however there are nearby pay and display car parks as well as on-street meteredparking bays. We have bike shelters on campus so you can secure your bike,motorbike or moped safely. Brunswick Place Supporting You | Where to Find Us Cumberland Place Havelock Road Commercial Rd St A m Rd Palmerston Rd Belvidere Rd ndrews Rd Northa Britannia RdSouthbrook RdMountbatten Way Western Esplanade Civic Centre Rd New Rd St Mary St KingswayHarb our Parade Above Bar StOgle Rd Coleman St Portland Terrace Poundtree Rd South Front St Mary St Melbourne St Kingsway Marine Parade Harbour ParadeWest Quay Rd Hanover Buildings Houndwell Place Western Esplanade High St Chapel Rd Castle way East St arsh Lane Bugle St Terminus Terrace Albert Rd North M Threefield Lane Central Bridge Queensway Bernard St Oxford St Itchen Bridge A3025 Town Q Briton St Queen’s Terrace Saltmarsh Rd uay Canute Rd Canute RdCity College Southampton Important Notice southampton-city.ac.ukSt Mary Street The information in this guide was correct atSouthampton SO14 1AR the time of publication (November 2017) and may be subject to change without prior notice. 023 8048 4848 [email protected] Courses will run if sufficient enrolments are www.southampton-city.ac.uk received. When there are too few enrolments, the College may cancel the course even after receiving payment. If this happens and there is no suitable alternative course, the College will refund all fees paid as soon as possible.

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