guildford college degree level programmes 2016:17

2016:17

Degree LevelProgrammes

At Guildford College we believe that Degree Level Programmes should be a direct path to your career. Our courses are practical as well as theoretical, enablingyou to gain industry relevant experience, most of whichinclude underpinning business knowledge. Not only that,but our tuition fees are truly competitive as we want yourstudies to be accessible and affordable.

The quality of our programmes is high: as confirmed by the Quality Assurance Agency and our strong partnerships with our validating universities; Greenwich,London South Bank and Surrey.

In choosing Guildford College you can be confident thatyou will be fully supported academically, professionallyand personally towards achieving your career goals. ”Mike Potter CBEPrincipal & Chief Executive

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www.guildford.ac.uk 01

Choose Guildford College 02

Fees 05

Financial Help 06

Entry Requirements 09

Accommodation 10

Access to Degree Level Diplomas 11

International Students 12

Student Survey and Destinations 15

Quality Assurance Agency 16

Applying 17

Student Soundbite 19

Student Engagement 20

Other Information 62

Everyone Matters 64

Degree Level Programmes 22

Business HNC

Business HND

Business Higher Apprenticeship

Computing and Systems Development HNC

Computing and Systems Development HND

Civil Engineering HNC

Civil Engineering HND

Construction and the Built Environment HNC

Construction and the Built Environment HND

Construction/Commercial Management BSc (Hons)

Counselling Foundation Degree FdSc

Counselling BA (Hons)

Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree FdA

Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management HND

Performing Arts (Performance) HNC

Performing Arts (Performance) HND

Travel and Tourism Management HND

Professional Qualifications 46

Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

Advice and Guidance

Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

Counselling

Health & Social Care and Children & Young Peoples Workforce

Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx)

Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)

Teacher Training for the Lifelong Learning Sector

Teaching: Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance

Degree Level Open Events:Thursday 26 November 5.30-8pmTuesday 17 May 5.30-8pm

Coming soon

Computing BSc top up

Mechanical Engineering FdA

04 Degree Level Programmes Prospectus

The Stamp of ApprovalOur Honours and Foundation Degrees are validated byleading universities London South Bank and Greenwich,whilst our professional qualifications are accredited bythe major industry awarding bodies including theChartered Institute of Building.

Employer EndorsedWe work closely with employers to ensure our coursesare delivering the skills and knowledge they need in theworkplace and that you need for your chosen career. Inaddition, our courses provide opportunities for you togain first-hand experience in a range of workingenvironments related to your chosen career.

Quality TeachingIn 2014, a team of QAA reviewers visited GuildfordCollege and judged that its academic standards, thequality and enhancement of its student learningopportunities, and the quality of information about itshigher education provision all meet UK expectations.

Student SupportWith us, you’ll get individual and group tutorials, personaldevelopment planning and be part of small classes, all ina relaxed and friendly environment. You will also haveaccess to our modern Learning Resource Centre andHigher Education Centre.

Students’ UnionThe Students’ Union organises recreational, social andcharity events throughout the year.

Industry-Standard Resources & FacilitiesHigh quality teaching and learning areas, with dedicatedIT facilities and space for group and individual learning.

Location, Location, LocationGuildford is one of the country’s foremost locations forliving, shopping, entertainment, commerce and industryand London is only 40 minutes away by train.

Travel & TransportThe College is just outside the town centre and set inparkland. Buses stop in front of the College and trainsstop at Guildford and nearby London Road. The A3 andM25 provide easy access road links.

Flexible Learning OpportunitiesSome of our courses are available on a full and part-timebasis, providing the option to combine study with work,home or family life.

AccommodationThe Halls of Residence are situated in a woodland settingat Merrist Wood College three miles down the road, andoffer single study bedrooms with shared facilities,internet access and recreational activities. The residentialprovision was rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2015. For more information Tel: 01483 88 40 93 or Email [email protected].

Our very competitive fees mean you could save up to £3,000 in comparison to universities


Welsh, Scottish or Irish students

If you are from Wales, Scotland or Ireland, your tuitionfees will be the same as those above. However, any help with your tuition fees or other costs will come from your relevant Government.

24+ Advanced Learning Loan

If you're starting a professional course on or after 1 August 2015 you may qualify for a 24+ AdvancedLearning Loan. This loan will help you to pay the tuitionfees for your course. Most students aged 24 and over,studying at Level 3 and above, will qualify for these newloans from the UK government. It's easy to apply, yourhousehold income isn't taken into account and there's no credit check. You won't have to pay anything backuntil your income is over £21,000 a year. For moreinformation visit: www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans

International Students

A separate fee scale applies to international students.International fees apply to you if your permanentresidence is outside the UK or European Union. If you arean international student and would like more informationabout fees, contact our International Centre Tel: 0148344 86 90 or Email: [email protected]

Sponsored Students

If your employer is paying your fees on your behalf, you need to make sure that the College receives signed,written evidence or an authorisation to invoice form, on a yearly basis. If no authorisation form is produced, youwill become liable for full payment of the fees.

Useful Contact Information

Finance Team Tel: 01483 44 85 26or Email: [email protected]

Careers, Advice and Guidance Tel: 01483 44 85 85 orEmail: [email protected]

Student Finance England Tel: 08453 00 50 90or visit: www.gov.uk/studentfinance

Studying a degree level programme or a professionalqualification could be one of the best investments youmake. Not only will it develop your knowledge and skills,but gaining a higher level qualification will help you toincrease your employability and earning power.

Tuition Fees

We believe that our tuition fees are very competitivecompared with other colleges and universities. For students starting in academic year 2016:17 ourmaximum tuition fee for a full-time degree levelprogramme is £7,500 (with the exception of the BA (Hons) Counselling). Please see www.guildford.ac.ukfor further details of fees.

Other Fees

As well as tuition fees, your course may have any or all of the following fees attached to it:

● Awarding body registration fees

● Exam fees

● Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checking fee (if necessary)

● Other costs (such as books, trips and essentialclothing or equipment)

Paying the Fees

If you are an eligible student studying for your firstundergraduate Degree you do not have to pay your fees up front. You can get a loan from the Government to cover the cost of tuition whilst you are studying. You only start repaying the loan when you are earning over £21,000 a year. For more informationcontact Student Finance England.

Already Have a Degree?

If you already have a Degree and want to do another one, your tuition fees will be the same as those above.However, you will not be eligible for any help from theGovernment for tuition fees or other costs and you willnot qualify for a National Scholarship or any otherCollege funded scheme.


Financial Help for Degree Level StudentsEligible students who are studying for their firstundergraduate Degree will not have to pay tuition fees up front. A loan is available from the Government to cover the cost of tuition so you don’t have to find themoney to pay your tuition costs before or while you arestudying. You won’t have to start repaying the loan untilyou are earning over £21,000 a year.

The loan will also be available to European Unionstudents and part-time students studying at least 25%(30 credits) per year. However, if you already hold anHonours Degree or another qualification at the samelevel, you will not qualify for this loan.

What Money is Available?

You can apply for the following from the Government:

● A Tuition Fee Loan to cover your tuition fees in full

● A Maintenance Loan for living cost such as rent (full-time students only)

● A Maintenance Grant if your household income is less than £42,620 (full-time students only)

● Extra financial help if you have a disability orchildren/adults depending on you (this is availablefrom your local authority or your college/university)

Tuition Fee Loan

You can get a Tuition Fee Loan of up to:

● £9,000 for new full-time students

● £6,750 for part-time students

The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to thecollege/university.

Maintenance Loans

The maximum Maintenance Loan for new students is:

● £5,740 if you live away from home and study at a university or college outside London

● £4,565 if you live at home

● £6,820 if you spend a year of a UK course studying abroad

Full-time students can get a tuition fee loan of up to £9,000


Maintenance Grants

You can also apply for a Maintenance Grant if your family income is below £42,620. You can get:

● £3,387 if your household income is £25,000 or under

● £50 - £3,387 if you household income is between£25,000 and £42,620

Maintenance Loans and Grants are paid directly into your bank account at the start of each term, once you’ve registered onto your course.

For more useful information and/or to apply:

www.gov.uk/student-finance

www.sfengland.slc.co.uk

www.thestudentroom.co.uk/studentfinance

Other Schemes

Access to Learning Fund

This is a Government funded scheme, given touniversities and colleges to help students facinghardship, by giving them extra financial support to accessand remain in Higher Education. It can help towardspaying for childcare, books, travel and other necessities.

Special Support Grant

You must be a full-time student. Part-time and EUstudents can’t apply.

You may get a Special Support Grant instead of aMaintenance Grant if you get or qualify for:

- Income Support

- income-related Employment and Support Allowance

- Housing Benefit

- the housing element of Universal Credit

The amount you get is the same as the MaintenanceGrant, but it won’t reduce the Maintenance Loan youcan get.

You may get the Special Support Grant if, for example,you’re a lone parent or have certain disabilities.

Loans

A Career Development Loan is a bank loan designed to help you pay for work-related learning. The loans are available to learners aged 18+ and can be used tosupport full-time, part-time or distance learning coursesfor up to two years, as long as the course leads to a trade,occupation or profession. You don't have to start payingyour loan back until one month after you stop training.You then repay the loan to the bank over an agreedperiod at a fixed rate of interest.

You can apply to borrow anything between £300 and £10,000 to help you fund up to two years of learning(or up to three years if the course includes one year ofrelevant practical work experience).

For further details about CDLs please visitwww.gov.uk/career-development-loans or Tel: 0800 58 55 05 to speak to an advisor.

Extra help

Extra help is available for students with disability, mentalhealth condition or specific learning difficulty, and forstudents with children or adult dependants.


HNDs and Foundation Degrees

For our HNDs and Foundation Degrees we normally ask for 160 UCAS points as demonstrated by:

● BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in a relevant subject

● A Level profile showing a competent performance in at least two subjects with supporting GCSEs atgrades A-C

● Access to Higher Education Diploma

● Other relevant Level 3 qualifications e.g. NVQ 3 or Advanced Diploma

● Mature student with extensive work experience and/or relevant professional qualifications.

Degrees

At Guildford College we offer a number of progression or ‘top up’ degrees. These follow on from our HNDs andFoundation Degrees and will give you the full BA (Hons)or BSc (Hons) qualification. You will be expected tocomplete the HND or Foundation Degree before you can progress on to the full degree.

Additional Requirements

In addition to the above, you may be asked for subject-specific requirements, such as evidence of training andexperience for Counselling, a Criminal Records Bureaucheck for Early Childhood Studies or access to teachinghours for the PGCE. Please check the programme pageon the College website for full details of the entryrequirements.

Mature Students

We welcome applications from mature students (over 21 years old) with relevant professional qualificationsand/or extensive work experience in their chosen subjectarea and consider each application on an individual basis.

Access to Degree Level Programmes

Developed with support from universities, Access to Degree Level Programmes provide a nationallyrecognised, non A Level route to university or HigherEducation. They are specifically designed for maturereturners to education, who have spent time inemployment or bringing up a family and can be studied full or part-time.

Please see page 11 for more details.


At a recent Ofsted inspection, Merrist Wood College’sresidential provision was rated as “outstanding” in all fiveareas inspected: Overall Effectiveness of the Provision,Outcomes for Young People, Quality of Service,Leadership and Management and Safeguarding.

If you don't live in Guildford or the surrounding areas, but want to study at Guildford College we can help youto arrange accommodation. Where you live is a reallyimportant part of your life as a student and a good homewill help you settle into student life quickly and succeedon your course. Guildford is an excellent place to liveand study.

You can choose between living on site in the Halls of Residence, or locally with a family in HomestayAccommodation.

Halls of Residence

Woodlands and Cobbett are our halls of residence, onsite at Merrist Wood College. With just over 100 residentson our picturesque country campus, Merrist Woodprovides a supportive community for students livingaway from home.

The Halls of Residence at Merrist Wood consists of singlestudy bedrooms with shared showers, toilets and sittingroom facilities. WiFi and/or a computer network point isalso available in every bedroom.

Homestay Accommodation

In Homestay accommodation you'll be treated as much as possible as one of the family. You will be invited to join the family in having breakfast and anevening meal (included in the cost) and will have abedroom with a private study area, access to a bathroom and laundry facilities.

For further details or to make an application, please callthe Accommodation Office on Tel: 01483 884093 or884038 or Email: [email protected]


Developed with support from universities, Access to Degree Level Diplomas provide a nationallyrecognised, non A Level route to university or HigherEducation. They are specifically designed for maturereturners to education, who have spent time inemployment or bringing up a family and can be studied full or part-time.

Access programmes have few formal entry requirements but provide a thorough grounding in the knowledge and study skills needed to succeed at this level. Your lifeexperience will also be valuable and taken into account.

We offer Access to Degree Level Diplomas in the following subjects:

● Arts and Humanities

● Business

● Combined Sciences

● Counselling

● Engineering/Construction

● Humanities

● IT

● Nursing and Health Professions

● Social Sciences/Social Work

● Teacher Training

● Travel, Tourism and Hospitality

At Guildford College we also offer over 25 A Levelsubjects in a wide range of subjects.

See our website www.guildford.ac.uk for up to dateinformation including entry qualifications.


The Guildford College Group is pleased to welcomestudents from all over the world. We currently havestudents studying with us from over 90 countries.International students can study university level courses at either Guildford College or Merrist WoodCollege depending on their chosen subject.

The Colleges’ Higher Education courses have an excellentreputation and we have close links with many universitiesin the UK. The main benefit of studying at a collegecompared to a university is that you get more teaching,tutorial support and pastoral assistance and the tuitionfees are more competitive. The qualification andcertificate provided by our partner universities is thesame whether you study at Guildford College, MerristWood College or at the university.

International Services

Our dedicated International Centre provides a widerange of services including: airport transfer, induction andorientation programme, accommodation arrangements,support letters for banking and health serviceregistration, welfare support and a regular activityprogramme.

Entry Requirements and Language Support

Our IELTS entry requirement is a minimum of 6.0 orequivalent (as specified on the Home Office SELT list).For international students studying full-timeprogrammes, English language support classes areavailable if required. International students must choosea full-time programme studying a minimum of 15 hoursper week. Part-time degree programmes do not meetthe visa entry requirements and cannot be studied bystudents on a Tier 4 Visa.

Access to Degree Level Programme (Foundation Year)

Our Access Diploma (Foundation Year) is designed as a one year preparation programme for Degree LevelProgrammes. For more information see our InternationalStudent Guide on our website. You will also need todiscuss your suitability with the International Centre. Inaddition to your chosen Access subject you will improveyour English skills, learn study and research methods,cultural and work orientation and personal development.

International Fees

A separate fee scale applies to international students.International fees will apply based on your permanentcountry of residence and your visa status. If you are aninternational student and would like more informationabout fees, contact our International Centre.

Visas

UK Visas and Immigration has rated the GuildfordCollege Group as a “Highly Trusted Sponsor” on their Tier4 list of Registered Sponsors. Our sponsorship licencenumber is JWVC76VJ7. Once we have processed yourapplication and received the full tuition fees for your firstyear of study we will issue a Confirmation of Acceptancefor Studies (CAS) number. You can then apply for a Tier 4General Student Visa to obtain entry clearance to the UK for studies. The fee for the CAS will be paid byGuildford College.

More Information

For more information contact the International CentreTel: +44 (0)1483 44 86 90Fax: +44 (0)1483 44 86 89Email: [email protected] or visit:http://international.guildford.ac.uk/Home.aspx

The College is pleased to welcomestudents from all over the world. We currently have students from over 90 different countries


The National Student Survey

The National Student Survey (NSS) is a high-profilecensus of nearly half a million students across the UK,which has been conducted annually since 2005.

Aimed at mainly final-year undergraduates, it gathersopinions from students about their experience of theircourses, asking them to provide honest feedback onwhat it has been like to study on their course at theirinstitution. It is an influential source of public informationabout Higher Education and gives students a powerfulcollective voice to help shape the future of their courseand their university or college.

The NSS asks 23 questions, relating to different aspectsof the learning experience, including one questions aboutoverall student satisfaction and one question aboutsatisfaction with the Students’ Union. Students are alsogiven the opportunity to make positive and negativecomments about their learning experience.

In 2013/14 our learners responded as follows:

Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education(DLHE)

The Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education(DLHE) survey asks leavers from Higher Education whatthey are doing six months after graduation. About threequarters of leavers complete the survey.

In 2013/14 our leavers responded as follows:

92% of our graduates are either working or studying

81% of our graduates said that their experience preparedthem well for employment

92% of ourgraduates are

either workingor studying

2015 2014 2015 AverageResults Results for Further% Agree % Agree Education

institutions

The teaching 89 86 85on my course

Assessment 84 79 77and feedback

Academic 84 85 81support

Organisation 78 76 72& management

Personal 85 86 81development

Overall 84 83 80satisfaction

The 54 45 57Students’ Union


Guildford College has received a glowing report from theQuality Assurance Agency (QAA) - the independentbody that monitors standards and quality in UK higher education.

Overall Judgements

The maintenance of the academic standards of awardsoffered on behalf of degree-awarding bodies andawarding organisations meets UK expectations

The quality of student learning opportunities meets UK expectations

The quality of the information about learningopportunities meets UK expectations

The enhancement of student learning opportunitiesmeets UK expectations.

Areas of Good Practice

Effective staff engagement in continuous professionaldevelopment enhances the quality of teaching andlearning and is valued by students

The management and support of work-based learningthat ensures students' access to good-quality learningexperiences

The dedicated management and resourcing of highereducation which provides effective oversight and astructure for enhancement.

The full report can be accessed on our websitewww.guildford.ac.uk

ApplyingNeed help? Just ask!

Full-time Programmes

Applicants for full-time HND, Foundation Degree orDegree programmes should apply through UCAS (theUniversities and Colleges Admissions Service). Thisincludes students already at Guildford College.

Step 1: ApplyApply online at www.ucas.com. Alternatively, contactUCAS Tel: 08714 68 04 68 or write to Customer Services,UCAS, Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, GloucesterGL52 3LZ. To ensure your application is prioritised,complete and return the UCAS application form on orbefore 15 January in the year you intend to study. Lateapplications can be made until 30 June in the year youintend to study, but will not be prioritised. After this dateyou should apply through the UCAS clearing system ordirect to Guildford College (see part-time applicationprocess).

Step 2: InterviewWe will contact you to ask you to attend an interview,where you can meet your tutor and tour the College.

Step 3: OfferYou will receive a conditional offer, unconditional offer or a rejection from UCAS. We will contact you with anyfurther information or advice on an alternative course of action.

Step 4: EnrolMost courses enrol during August and early Septemberbut some courses enrol throughout the year. You will besent a joining pack and will be invited in to enrol or askedto do this by post.

Part-time Programmes

Applications for part-time HND, Foundation Degree,Degree or Professional programmes should be madedirectly to Guildford College.

Step 1: ApplyApply online at www.guildford.ac.uk. Alternatively,contact us on Tel: 01483 44 85 85 or write to Careers, Advice and Guidance Team, Guildford College,Stoke Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 1EZ. It is advisable toapply early.

Step 2: InterviewYou will receive notification of a date and time to attendan interview. This will give you the opportunity to askspecific questions and discuss how the course will meetyour career aspirations.

Step 3: OfferYou will then receive a conditional or unconditional offerfrom the College or a rejection and advice on analternative course of action.

Step 4: EnrolMost programmes enrol during August and earlySeptember but some courses enrol throughout the year.You will be sent a joining pack and will be invited in toenrol or asked to do this by post.



Merry GibbonsCourse: Humanistic Counselling Foundation Degree

Before retraining at Guildford College Merry was a full time mum, self-employed music teacher andcomplementary therapist.

She choose Guildford College because it taught NCFE 1,2 and 3 in Counselling Skills and Theory and GreenwichUniversity’s accredited Foundation Degree. This madeher wish to train as a qualified professional counsellorfeel less complicated and kept it in one locationthroughout her time studying.

Merry wanted to re-train as a counsellor because whilstvolunteering at a local cancer support centre she sawhow therapeutic providing a listening ear can be forthose experiencing a very difficult and isolating time. “I really enjoyed the learning and gained a new foundconfidence by going back into education and trainingfor something I really felt passionate about.”

She is now a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellorproviding specialist counselling for teenagers and youngpeople with cancer at the Royal Surrey County Hospital.She also runs a private practice and works at a localcounselling agency.

“I really enjoyed the learning and gaineda new found confidence by going backinto education and training for somethingI really felt passionate about.”

Activity

Boards of study/programme committee meeting

Student staff consultative committees/focus group

Faculty forum

Higher Education faculty forum

Student parliament

Student conference

Module/course review

The National Student Survey (NSS)


Explanation

A meeting where staff and student representatives discuss key aspects of the programme. These take place at least twice a year.

A meeting between one member of staff and all students on the programme where they will give feedback.

A meeting between the Director of your Faculty and all studentrepresentatives (higher education and further education) where they will discuss general, cross-college issues.

A meeting between the Head of Higher Education and higher education student representatives where they will discuss general, cross-college issues.

A meeting between senior management, the Principal and StudentParliament representatives from across all three Colleges (Guildford College, Merrist Wood College and Farnham College)

An annual conference where students from across the College’s gather to provide feedback to senior staff from across all faculties and departments.

All students are asked to complete a review of an individual module or course once it has finished. The feedback enables the staff to improve the module for future delivery.

Final year students (not top-ups) will have the opportunity to complete the NSS.

As a degree level student, you have the opportunity to take a key role in the quality assurance and enhancement of your programme and the College’s degree level provision in general. Whilst at College, you will have the opportunity to provide feedback through the following activities:

Becoming a Student Representative

By becoming a Student Representative and attendingmeetings and forums, you have the chance to directlyinfluence how your programme is delivered and shapeyour learning experience.

The role of the Student Representative is to:

● Collect the views of students, identify student issues,and to share student issues with College staff

● Provide a link between students and staff and tonegotiate on behalf of the students

● Determine any issues that you should raise at FacultyForum meetings or other meetings on their behalf.

At the beginning of each academic year, StudentServices organises the election/appointment of HEstudent representatives and Student ParliamentRepresentatives.

The Degree Level Student Engagement Page

All degree level students have access to a Moodle pagethat provides essential information about theirprogramme:

This includes:

● Minutes of meetings

● Reports from external examiners

● Annual reviews of programmes (where available)

● Information on reviews of the College by the Quality Assurance Agency

● The College’s annual Higher Education Self-Assessment Report


Business HNC

Business HND

Business Higher Apprenticeship

Computing and Systems Development HNC

Computing and Systems Development HND

Civil Engineering HNC

Civil Engineering HND

Construction and the Built Environment HNC

Construction and the Built Environment HND

Construction/Commercial Management BSc (Hons) top-up

Counselling Foundation Degree FdSc

Counselling BA (Hons)

Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree FdA

Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) top-up

Hospitality Management HND

Performing Arts (Performance) HNC

Performing Arts (Performance) HND

Travel and Tourism Management HND

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Opportunities to put new skills and knowledge into practice in the workplace Access to a wide range of learning resources Knowledgeable staff have over 20 years of real-world experience

Programme Overview

This programme is for new managers andteam leaders looking for an 'instant use'programme in managing and leadingteams. It is designed to allow students to acquire key management skills andessential knowledge to boost theirperformance and that of their team.

The programme can be taken stand-aloneor as part of a Higher Apprenticeship inBusiness and Professional Administration.On completion, students can go on to topup this Level 4 Diploma to an HND inManagement. Following that, studentsmay wish to progress to a full BA Honoursdegree with a Level 6 'top-up; at GuildfordCollege or elsewhere.

For employers this is an ideal way todevelop their management team,preparing the business for the future,freeing up senior managers and ownersand training a new generation of leaders.Guildford College has a track record ofdeveloping high quality new managersclose to their workplaces and their homes.

Modules

Business environment; managing financialresources and decisions; organisations andbehaviour; marketing principles; aspectsof contract and negligence for business;personal and professional development;managing business activities to achieveresults; managing communications,knowledge and information.

Assessment

Written assignments, tests, oral and visualpresentations. Case studies based on realsituations drawn from industry and fromstudents’ work places bring together allelements of the programme. For certainaspects of the course, and in particular if you take the course as part of the Higher Apprenticeship in Business andProfessional Administration pathway, yourassessment will involve direct observationof working practice, witness testimoniesfrom managers and professionaldiscussion.

Progression

Top up to a Level 5 HND. Alternatively, youcan go on to complete a Level 5 HigherApprenticeship in Business Administration.Following that, students may wish toprogress to a full BA Hons degree with aLevel 6 'top-up' at Guildford College orelsewhere. In addition, students may electto take professional qualifications.

Careers

The immediate opportunities for whichthis programme prepares students are inmanagement of business in the private,public or voluntary sectors. Depending on their interests and ambitions, studentsmay choose to progress to further studiesopening up opportunities in more seniormanagement positions and businessownership. Equally, students may wish to specialise, for example in becoming abuyer, a project manager, taking on roles in human resource management,accounting, consultancy or marketing.

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

N/A

Duration:

1.5 years part-time.

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications (A Levels,BTEC Level 3 Diplomaor equivalent) orrecommendation fromyour employer andrelevant workexperience evidencedby a satisfactory level in written English andnumeracy. You areexpected to haveachieved Grade C inGCSE in English andMaths or equivalent. It is essential that youhave a good grasp ofEnglish language.


Supportive environment with regular tutorials and great teaching by industry experienced professionalsFantastic resources including a dedicated HE Centre, state of the art lecture rooms and IT facilities

Programme Overview

This two year full-time HND is designed tomaximise your appreciation of businessacross different industries and sectorswhich emphasises ‘employability’ andpersonal development. The course isbased on the internationally recognisedPearson BTEC framework and allows entryto Degree top-up opportunities (subject to university regulations).

The subjects covered have been carefullyconsidered to meet the requirements of a wide range of business functions andtypes of organisations. There is anemphasis on practical problems andapplication of theory to situations drawnfrom real businesses. You should enjoyworking in a team, possess goodcommunication skills and be able to workto deadlines. The course features bothconventional classroom teaching andpersonal study elements, supported by web based facilities.

Modules

Year 1:

Business environment, organisations and behaviour, marketing principles,managing activities to achieve results,marketing intelligence, managing financialresources and decisions, managingcommunication knowledge andinformation, personal professionaldevelopment (120 credits total)

Year 2:

Human resource management, aspects ofcontract and negligence, working with andleading people, business decision making,business strategy, project management forbusiness, research project, employabilityskills. (125 credits)

Assessment

You will be assessed through writtenassignments, time constrainedassignments, formal and informalpresentations. Support is availablethrough formative assessment feedbackand preparation activities

Progression

Continue your studies with a 'top up'Business related BA or BSc.

Careers

Become a supervisor or managementtrainee in a wide variety of sectors and industries – for example: retail,manufacturing, sales, administration,personnel, event and projectmanagement; in organisations, local authorities or charities.

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

N200

Duration:

2 years full-time.

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant A level/Level 3qualifications orequivalent. GCSEMaths and Englishgrades A-C; IELTSminimum 6.0 across all categories.

Mature students withextensive workexperience and relevantprofessionalqualifications may beeligible to join. It is alsopossible for HNCBusiness students to join the course at specific points toconvert to HND (subjectto subject coverage).


Opportunities to put new skills and knowledge into practice in theworkplace Access to a wide range of learning resources Knowledgeable staff have over 20 years of real-world experience

Programme Overview

This 2 year Apprenticeship is equivalent tothe first year of an undergraduate degree,combining the academic pathway of anHNC in Business with day-to-day practicalskills of working in an office environment.

On completion, students can go on to top up to a Level 4 HND in Business.Following that, students may wish toprogress to a full BA Honours degree with a Level 6 'top-up’ at GuildfordCollege or elsewhere.

For employers this is an ideal way todevelop their management team,preparing the business for the future,freeing up senior managers and ownersand training a new generation of leaders.Guildford College has a track record ofdeveloping high quality new managersclose to their workplaces and their homes.

Modules

Business environment; managing financialresources and decisions; organisationsand behaviour; marketing principles;aspects of contract and negligence forbusiness; personal and professionaldevelopment; managing businessactivities to achieve results; managingcommunications, knowledge andinformation.

Assessment

Written assignments, tests, oral and visualpresentations. Case studies based on realsituations drawn from industry and fromstudents’ work places bring together allelements of the programme. For certainaspects of the course, and in particular ifyou take the course as part of the HigherApprenticeship in Business andProfessional Administration pathway, yourassessment will involve direct observationof working practice, witness testimoniesfrom managers and professionaldiscussion.

Progression

Top up to a Level 5 HND. Following that,students may wish to progress to a full BA Hons degree with a Level 6 'top-up' at Guildford College or elsewhere. Inaddition, students may elect to takeprofessional qualifications.

Careers

The immediate opportunities for whichthis programme prepares students are inmanagement of business in the private,public or voluntary sectors. Depending on their interests and ambitions, studentsmay choose to progress to further studiesopening up opportunities in more seniormanagement positions and businessownership. Equally, students may wish to specialise, for example in becoming abuyer, a project manager, taking on rolesin human resource management,accounting, consultancy or marketing.

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

N/A

Duration:

1.5 years part-time.

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications (A Levels,BTEC Level 3 Diplomaor equivalent).

You are expected tohave achieved Grade Cin GCSE in English andMaths or equivalent. Itis essential that youhave a good grasp ofEnglish language.

You must be inemployment, which theCollege can help with.


State of the art Learning Hub and associated facilities, industry relevant packages and subjectsOutstanding results with the majority of students going on to a ‘top-up’ degree or related workExcellent links with employers provide enhanced opportunities for work experience and employment

Key Facts

Validation

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

I101

Duration:

1 year full-time

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated by arelevant Level 3qualification (orequivalent), plus 5GCSEs, A-C, includingMaths and English.

Those who do not haveformal qualifications atLevel 3 but can provideevidence of extensiveprofessional workwithin a computing/ITsetting (portfolio ofwork) are alsowelcome to apply.

Programme Overview

The computing industry is changing at anextremely rapid rate. As new technologiesappear, the onus on the industry is todevelop an educated up-to-dateworkforce capable of occupyingdemanding posts across a broad variety of organisations.

This programme is designed to give youthe necessary technical and businesscomputing knowledge required by theindustry and is an innovative solution tothis industrial need. Key elements areanalysis, design, implementation andmaintenance of high quality businesssoftware systems. You should enjoyworking in a team, possess goodcommunication skills and be able to work to deadlines. The course has anup-to-date approach and emphasis onreal-world projects, giving computinggraduates a competitive edge in a verylucrative and ever-expanding industry.

Modules

Business skills for e-commerce (15 credits), computer systems (15 credits), employability and professionaldevelopment (15 credits), systems analysisand design (15 credits), database designconcepts (15 credits), event drivenprogramming solutions (15 credits),website design (15 credits), networkingtechnologies (15 credits) Total: 120 credits.

Assessment

You will be assessed through written andpractical assignments. 'Real world' casestudies are used as often as possible.

Progression

Continue your studies to an HND.

Careers

Become a softwaredeveloper/programmer, databasedesigner, web designer, or networktechnician.

Please note: Applicants for whomEnglish is not their first language mustdemonstrate an English Languageability of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent withno individual score below 5.0.


Outstanding results with the majority of students going on to a ‘top-up’ degree or related work Excellent links with employers provide enhanced opportunities for work experience and employmentState of the art Learning Hub and associated facilities, industry relevant packages and subjects

Key Facts

Validation

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

I230

Duration:

1 year full-time

Entry requirements:

Computing andSystems DevelopmentHigher NationalCertificate(min. 120 credits)

Programme Overview

The Computing and SystemsDevelopment HND provides greaterbreadth and specialisation than the HNC.It provides a specialist, work-relatedprogramme of study that covers the keyknowledge, understanding and practicalskills required by the computing sector. It is ideal for those who prefer todemonstrate their skills throughcoursework and allows you to broadenyour career opportunities by opting notto specialise in one particular area.

The programme offers a progressionroute in to a number of roles in the IT and computing sectors, either directlyon achievement of the award orfollowing further study to degree level.General specialists can enter systemmanagement, while ICT system supportspecialists can install or manage ITnetworks. You could also progress on tofurther study such as a degree or aProfessional Development Qualificationor vendor qualifications offered by Cisco,Microsoft, IBM, CompTIA, Oracle and VM Ware.

Modules

Data analysis and design (15 credits), ITsecurity management (15 credits), localarea networking technologies (15 credits),network security (15 credits),programming in .net (15 credits), projectdesign, implementation and evaluation(20 credits), web applicationsdevelopment (15 credits), e-commercestrategy (15 credits). Total: 125 credits.

Assessment

You will be assessed through written andpractical assignments, in-class tests andportfolio submission. 'Real world' casestudies are used as often as possible.

Progression

Continue your studies from the HND on a 'top up' Computing BSc.

Careers

Become a systems analyst, softwareengineer, database manager, webdeveloper/designer, network technician, or IT consultant.

Comingsoon...

Computing

BSc top up


Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experienceOpportunity to specialise in several areas of civil engineeringGain membership of professional bodies such as the Institute of Civil Engineers or Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

2 years part-time.

Entry requirements:

Mature students withextensive workexperience and/orrelevant professionalqualifications or 160UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications. Pleasesee page 9 for moreinformation.

Programme Overview

From transport necessities such as roads,railways and airports, through high risesteel and glass skyscrapers and hotels, towater management systems such as dams,flood defences and even sewers, civilengineering is vital work. If you want to bea part of it then we can give you the skillsyou need to build a successful career.

This programme will give you the relevantvocational knowledge and skills to pursuea career in civil engineering, enabling youto apply critical reasoning and analysis tosolve engineering problems using theappropriate UK and EU codes of practiceand industry standards.

Modules

Year 1:

Design principles and application forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); science and materials forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); health, safety and welfare forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); applied mathematics forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); site surveying procedures forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits).

Year 2:

Group project in the construction industry(20 credits); engineering geology and soilmechanics (15 credits); civil engineeringtechnology (15 credits); structural analysisand design (15 credits); managementprinciples and application for constructionand the built environment (15 credits).

Assessment

You will be assessed through written and practical assignments, time controlledassessments and end of unit examinations.Case studies based on real situations fromindustry draw together all elements of theprogramme.

Progression

You could progress to an HND in CivilEngineering and go on to university to a top up Degree. Alternatively you canundertake professional exams in order togain part membership of the professionalor technical bodies such as the Institute of Structural Engineers (ISE).

Careers

Become a technician or engineer with a civil engineering firm, civil engineer,technical adviser, site manager or project planner.


Gain membership of professional bodies such as the Institute of Civil Engineering and The Chartered Institute of Building Opportunity to specialise in several areas of civil engineeringSpecialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experience

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

1 year part-time.

Entry requirements:

Construction or CivilEngineering HNC ormature students withextensive workexperience and relevantprofessionalqualifications.

Programme Overview

This programme follows on from the HNCin Civil Engineering and is designed todevelop your knowledge to manageriallevel. Students, having achieved their HNCwith 8 to 10 modules, can study a further 6 to 8 modules to make up the required 16 units to achieve their HND. Working inthe construction/civil engineering industryforms an important part of theprogramme.

Modules include:

Applied mathematics for complexengineering problems; projectmanagement; health and safety; law and contract; measuring, tendering andestimating; contractual procedures andprocurement; research project; projectdesign, implementation and evaluation;work-based experience.

Assessment

You will be assessed through written andpractical assignments, as well as casestudies that are based on real situationsdrawn from the industry.

Progression

After completion of the Civil EngineeringHND you can top up to a Degree at auniversity of your choice. Alternatively youcan undertake professional examinationsin order to gain membership of theprofessional bodies such as The Instituteof Civil Engineering, Institution ofStructural Engineering or CharteredInstitute of Building, the last of which isoffered at Guildford College.

Careers

Become a structural engineer, projectmanager, quantity surveyor, designtechnician or civil engineer in theconstruction or civil engineeringindustries.

Comingsoon...

Mechanical

EngineeringFdA


Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skills and experienceOpportunity to specialise in several areas of constructionGain membership of professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Institute of Civil Engineers

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

2 years part-time.

Entry requirements:

Mature students withextensive workexperience and/orrelevant professionalqualifications or 160UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications. Please see page 9 for more information.

Programme Overview

This programme is designed to help you to develop your career within the professional, managerial, andadministrative or technician areas of theconstruction industry. It is intended toenable you to take further responsibilityfor design, research work and siteoperations. The first year is common to all pathways. In the second year youspecialise in production management,quantity surveying, building surveying or architectural design.

Modules

Year 1:

Design principles and application forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); science and materials forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); health, safety and welfare forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); applied mathematics forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); construction and maintenanceof buildings (15 credits).

Year 2:

Management principles and applicationfor construction and the built environment(15 credits); technology of complexbuildings (15 credits); law and contract forconstruction and the built environment (15 credits); measurement process forconstruction (15 credits); designprocedures for construction (15 credits);site surveying procedures for constructionand the built environment(15 credits);properties and performance of

construction materials (15 credits)*;specification and documentation forconstruction* (15 credits); designprocedures for construction (15 credits)*;production management (15 credits)*;conversion and adaptation of buildings (15 credits)*; building services design,installation and maintenance inconstruction (15 credits); group project in the construction industry (20 credits).

Those marked with * are taught inalternate years, where HNC year 2 andHND students are taught together.Currently students need to complete eight units to achieve their HNC.

Assessment

You will be assessed through written andpractical assignments and time controlledassessments. Case studies based on realsituations from industry draw together allelements of the programme.

Progression

On successful completion of theConstruction HNC followed by the HND you can progress to the 'top up'Construction Management BSc (Hons) at the College. Alternatively you canundertake professional exams in order to gain part membership of professional or technical bodies such as CIOB, RICS,ICE and CIAT.

Careers

Become a construction manager, technicaladviser, building surveyor, site manager,project manager or architectural designer.


Gain membership of professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)Specialist programme of part-time studies to complement industrial skillsand experienceOpportunity to specialise in several areas of construction;

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

1 year part-time.

Entry requirements:

Construction or CivilEngineering HNC ormature students with extensive workexperience and relevant professionalqualifications.

Programme Overview

This programme follows on from the HNCand allows you to develop your knowledgeto managerial level. You complete up totwelve modules at HNC level and a furtherfive or six modules depending on yourpathway selected, to gain an HND. You can choose to specialise in productionmanagement, quantity surveying, buildingsurveying or architectural design. Workingin the construction industry forms animportant part of the programme.

Modules

Contractual procedures for constructionand the built environment (15 credits);conversion and adaptation of buildings*(15 credits); economics for constructionand the built environment (15 credits);production management for construction*(15 credits); specification anddocumentation for construction* (15 credits); design technology forconstruction* (15 credits); designprocedures for construction* (15 credits);computer aided design for construction(15 credits); measuring, tendering andestimating for construction and the builtenvironment (15 credits); constructionmethods and design solutions (15 credits).

Those marked with * are taught inalternate years, where HNC year 2 and HND students are taught together.Students complete 75 or 90 creditsdepending on whether they need tocomplete four or five units for thequalification.

Assessment

You will be assessed through written andpractical assignments, time controlledassessments and some end of unitexaminations, as well as case studies that are based on real situations drawnfrom industry.

Progression

After completion of the Construction HNDyou can 'top up' to a Degree in two yearspart-time on the CommercialManagement BSc (Hons) at the College. Alternatively you can undertakeprofessional exams in order to gainmembership of professional or technicalbodies such as CIOB, RICS, ICE and CIAT.

Careers

Become a production manager, quantitysurveyor, design technician or architecturaldesigner. The course is intended toprepare you to progress your career in the fields of site management, buildingcontrol, buying, project management,quantity or building surveying orarchitecture.

Programme accredited by the Chartered Institute of BuildingAccess to learning resources from the Royal Institute of CharteredSurveyors (RICS) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)Better job prospects – for example with organisations such as Amec,Balfour Beatty, Berkley Homes and Persimmons

Key Facts

Franchiser:

Duration:

2 years part-time.

Entry requirements:

ConstructionFoundation Degree atmerit or equivalentlevel, Construction HNDor other relevantqualification.AlternativelyConstruction HNC with accredited priorlearning.

Programme Overview

Construction is a hugely varied andcomplex industry, providing employmentfor nearly one in ten people across the UK.The industry is currently at the heart of keyprojects across London and the SouthEast. As the market develops, there is anincreasing need for qualified professionalmanagers to oversee resources,commercial, project and constructionmanagement.

This programme is designed for thosepursuing a career in construction/commercial management at strategic level and seeks to equip students inpreparation for the tough and excitingchallenges they will face as businessleaders in the multi-disciplined builtenvironment industry.

Modules

Year 1:

Project management (20 credits),sustainable construction and theenvironment (20 credits), corporatemanagement and finance (20 credits).Total 60 credits.

Year 2:

Research project (20 credits), quantitysurveying project (20 credits), marketing(20 credits). Total 60 credits.

Assessment

You will be assessed through assignments,case studies, end of unit exams and adissertation.

Progression

You could apply for a postgraduateprogramme in construction or surveyingand for membership of the professionalbodies. London South Bank Universityoffers postgraduate degrees in Surveying,which could lead to RICS (Royal Instituteof Chartered Surveyors) membership.

Careers

Become an architect, surveyor, propertydeveloper, commercial manager, facilitiesmanager. The course provides thenecessary training and skills to pursuemanagerial positions in productionmanagement, commercial management,quantity surveying, building control or siteproject management.


80% of assessment is by coursework


Graduates can apply for individual accreditation with the BACP after additionalsupervised practice. As this is a BACP accredited programme graduates canenter the BACP Voluntary Register on completion of the programme subject to their membership of the BACPLecturers are all current practitioners with a wealth of experience in a variety of settingsEstablish effective therapeutic relationships with clients and work with a broad variety of issues in a safe and effective way

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

B941

Duration:

2 years full-time, 1 day per week plus occasional weekend workshops.

Entry requirements:

Evidence of counsellingtraining to certificate level(min. of 120 hours trainingin counselling skills andtheory) and GCSE EnglishLanguage grade C orequivalent. You must be atleast 21 years old. You willbe considered onindividual merit andevidence of workexperience/voluntary workin a counselling or relatedsetting will be anadvantage.

Programme Overview

This programme focuses on thetherapeutic relationship as the maincatalyst to healing and wellbeing, with an emphasis on the use of the counsellor’sself and of the client-counsellorrelationship in the therapeutic work. A key theme is the development of trainee’sself-awareness and impact of self onothers, and bringing that awareness intothe ‘here and now’ within the client-counsellor relationship.

The programme provides a uniquelearning opportunity to enhance skills,increase knowledge, and prepare you foremployment in the counselling professionand membership of BACP.

Modules

Year 1:

Personal development 1 (15 credits),furthering personal development 1 (15 credits), academic skills for health and social care (15 credits), work-basedlearning for counsellors 1 (30 credits),professional development 1 (15 credits),counselling theory and practice 1 (30 credits). Total 120 credits.

Year 2:

Personal development 2 (15 credits),furthering personal development 2 (15credits), introduction to the researchprocess (15 credits), work-based learningfor counsellors 2 (30 credits), professionaldevelopment 2 (15 credits), counsellingtheory and practice 2 (integrative orhumanistic) (30 credits). Total 120 credits.

Assessment

You will be assessed through writtenassignments, practical observations (tutor,peer and self-reflection), experientialgroup work, class discussions, learninglogs, placement feedback, supervisoryreports, presentations, case studies, workwith audio, video and transcripts.

Progression

Top up to an Honours Degree in onefurther year on the Counselling BA (Hons)at the College, following successfulcompletion of the Foundation Degree.This will expand and consolidate yourunderstanding of counselling approachesor apply for alternative degrees at otherinstitutions.

Careers

Become a practicing counsellor in acounselling centre, doctors’ surgery,hospital, school, business, private practiceor related fields.

Please note: You need to be in personal therapyby the end of Term 1, Year 1 (60 hours over thewhole two-year course). You will also need to bein informal placement by the end of Term 1 Year 1(50 hours in total) and in clinical placement bythe beginning of Year 2 to enable you to gain100 client hours which will be externallysupervised in addition to internal supervisiongiven at College. You will also need to obtain aDisclosure and Barring Service check (DBS)


Unique programme specifically designed for practising and qualifiedcounsellors to extend their knowledge and skills and enhance theirunderstanding of both their core model and different counselling approachesGraduates will be well positioned for working in the counselling field giventhe enhancement of their professional status by means of gaining a degreeGraduates will be eligible for individual application to the BACP foraccreditation following completion of further supervised practice

Key Facts

Franchiser

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

B940

Duration:

1 year full-time, 1 day per week.

Entry requirements:

Counselling Diploma(Level 5 although a CPCABLevel 4 Diploma may beacceptable with anaccompanying essaydemonstrating learning),or Foundation Degree,normally with 450 hrs oftraining, a min. of 100 hrsof supervised counsellingpractice and 60 hrs ofpersonal counselling.Accreditation of priorlearning may applydepending on the Diploma.You will also need to obtaina Disclosure and BarringService check (DBS)

Programme Overview

This programme has been specificallydesigned for practising counsellorsalready qualified to Diploma orFoundation Degree level and working inpaid employment, private practice or avoluntary setting. It provides a uniqueopportunity for counsellors to deepentheir understanding of counselling theoryand practice, to gain more understandingof client issues and how to work withthem, undertake a research project andgain a degree at the same time. It alsoprovides a forum where counsellors from avariety of orientations and backgroundswill be able to share information andexperience to their mutual advantage.

As awareness of mental health issuesgradually increases in the publicconsciousness and more people seekprofessional help and advice, there is a rise in demand for counselling and forprofessionally qualified counsellors.Employers are increasingly asking forcounsellors with a degree in counselling, or with BACP accreditation or both.

Modules

Advanced counselling theory (15 credits),attachment, loss and bereavement (15 credits), case discussion (15 credits),research methodology for counsellingpractitioners (15 credits), counsellingresearch project (30 credits),consolidating clinical practice andprofessional development (30 credits).Total 120 credits.

Assessment

You will be assessed through a series ofassignments, a case presentation and aresearch project.

Progression

You could progress to postgraduateprogrammes or go on to more specialisedtraining, for instance in couplescounselling, drug and alcohol addiction or working with adolescents.

Careers

Become a private practice counsellor,pastoral worker, counsellor for a voluntaryagency, the NHS or other statutoryagency. You could also progress, withfurther training, to become a supervisor.Counsellors who graduate from thiscourse and who are already in paidemployment will be eligible for a greatervariety of counselling work.


Sector Endorsed Foundation Degree (Children’s Workforce DevelopmentCouncil)A progression route for those working towards a full degree and Early YearsProfessional Status (EYPS)Two days a week are spent in a work placement encompassing a variety of settings and age groups of children

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

X312

Duration:

2 years full-time or 3 years part-time,

Entry requirements:

A min. entry level 160 UCASpoints to include: at leastone A2 grade C in a relevantsubject such as Health andSocial Care, Sociology,Psychology or an academicsubject OR a Merit profile atDiploma Level 3 or Accessto HE OR CACHE Level 3Diploma in Child Care andEducation at Grade C.

GCSE English and Maths atGrade C or above. ScienceGCSE if wishing to go ontoteaching in the future.

And evidence of engagingin some work experience inan early years setting.

Programme Overview

This programme is intended for studentswishing to work professionally withchildren aged 0-8 years or who are alreadyworking with children in this age groupand wish to study for a higher levelqualification. It aims to equip you to playprofessional roles in the early years sector.

You will develop knowledge and skills thatwill enable you to participate in planning,evaluating and implementing theeducation and care of young children from0-8 years and will use this knowledge andunderstanding to support your practicalwork with children in the workplace. It is fundamental to the approach of the course that theory and practical work are inter-related.

Modules

Year 1:

Professional practice 1 (30 credits), healthydevelopment of the child (15 credits),perspectives of the early years’ curriculum(15 credits), learning and play theories inearly years (15 credits), the child and familyin society (15 credits), understanding andmanaging children’s behaviour (15 credits),communication skills in the early yearssetting (15 credits), safeguarding children(15 credits). Total 120 credits.

Year 2:

Professional practice 2 (30 credits),developing enquiry and investigationthrough the outdoor environment (15 credits), supporting literacy andlanguage development in early childhood(15 credits), supporting mathematicaldevelopment in early childhood (15 credits), supporting the unique child(15 credits), the social context of the childand family in society (15 credits), researchproject (15 credits). Total 120 credits.

Assessment

Most modules will have 2 pieces/types ofassessment which may include: essays,reports, presentations (individual orcollective), activity planning, observationsand assessments of children's developmentand work based learning investigations.

Progression

Continue your studies for a further year on the 'top up' Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) at Guildford College, you willneed to obtain an overall grade of 55% on the Foundation Degree programme or undertake related degrees at otherinstitutions.

Careers

Become a day nursery or pre-schoolworker or supervisor, teaching assistant orearly years officer or pursue a career in arange of other areas such as childcare,education and early years.

Please note: You will also need to obtain aDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.


A progression route for those working towards Qualified Teacher Status(QTS) A minimum of 30 days practical experience in Early Years settings Modules link to everyday practice within the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

X310

Duration:

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time,

Entry requirements:

Early Childhood StudiesFoundation Degree at55% or equivalent level,HND with a minimum ofeight merits or otherrelevant qualification.You will also need toobtain a Disclosure andBarring (DBS) check

Programme Overview

There is an increasing demand fromeducation, health and social careestablishments for highly trainedmanagers, mentors and advisors for early years. This programme is designed todevelop your understanding of the impactof social and environmental factors on theearly years, increase your awareness ofspecific educational needs deriving frompsychological, environmental and inheritedfactors and focus on knowledge of childhealth, the curriculum and managementissues. You will also be able to improveyour ability to select and use researchmaterials by undertaking an independentstudy of your choice.

The programme builds on knowledge andskills developed at Foundation Degreelevel. It is also ideally suited to those whoare employed in schools or nurseries orwho wish to pursue the registeredteachers scheme or graduate teachersscheme. A well developed tutorial systemwill support you and help you to gain themost from your academic studies.

Modules

Management in early years (15 credits),assessing young children’s learning anddevelopment (15 credits), inclusion withinthe early years (15 credits), child healthstudies in the early years (15 credits),drama and movement in the early years(15 credits), ICT in the early years (15 credits), research methods (15 credits),independent study in the early years (30 credits). Total 120 credits.

Assessment

Most modules will have 2 pieces/types ofassessment which may include: essays,reports, presentations (individual orcollective), activity planning, observationsand assessments of children'sdevelopment and work based learning investigations.

Progression

You could progress to a postgraduateprogramme in early years, teaching orsocial work or move on to a PGCE. The BAis recognised by the Initial Teacher TrainingAgency, and can be used as entry to theirGraduate Teacher Scheme.

Careers

Become an Ofsted inspector, managerwith the Early Years and Childcare Service,teacher, manager of a children's charity,social worker or work in the allied caring or health professions.


Industry-standard training kitchens Modern restaurant open to the publicEnthusiastic, knowledgeable staff

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

4K46

Duration:

2 years

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications (A Levels,BTEC Level 3 Diplomaor equivalent)

Programme Overview

This programme covers a broad range of areas relevant to the hospitality sectorand is ideal for those looking for a career in hospitality, food and beveragemanagement or leisure. Students willstudy the underlying theory in timetabledsessions and will enhance their knowledgethrough practical exercises.

Modules

Finance in the hospitality industry (15credits), customer service (15 credits),food and beverage operationsmanagement (15 credits), rooms divisionoperations management (15 credits), thecontemporary hospitality industry (15credits), research project (20 credits), thedeveloping manager (15 credits)marketing in hospitality (15 credits),planning and managing food productionand beverage (15 credits), service resourcemanagement in hospitality (15 credits),facilities operations and management (15 credits), work-based experience (15 credits), human resource managementfor service industries (15 credits),hospitality operations management (15 credits), hospitality contract and eventmanagement (15 credits), small businessenterprise (15 credits).

Please note that these modules are subject to change

Assessment

Written assignments, tests, oral and visualpresentations. Case studies based on realsituations drawn from industry and fromstudents’ work places bring together allelements of the programme.

Progression

A BTEC Higher National Diploma inHospitality Management provides a rangeof progression opportunities for learners,including routes into employment andtopping up their study to a full Degree.

Careers

By completing this programme, studentswill be able to work as food and beverage,front of house or events managers.


Opportunity to perform in theatres and other venues and take part in specialist workshops and enrichment activities Work with theatre professionals and experts in the field

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

W311

Duration:

1 year full-time.

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated by Level3 qualifications, GCSEEnglish at grade C orabove, and previousperformanceexperience orperformance relatedstudy.

You must complete asuccessful interview andaudition.

Programme Overview

We train highly skilled performers whohave the foresight and multiplicity of skills,not only to withstand the industry, but tocreatively flourish within it.

You will develop as an original artist whilstgaining a respected and valuablequalification.

This one year course is predominantlyskills based, focusing on physical and vocaldevelopment, acting technique, devising,research skills, and workshop leadershipskills, in addition to gaining an overview ofthe performance landscape in the UK andits vocational context.

Should you choose to continue yourstudies, you can progress onto our HNDcourse where you will learn to put thoseskills into practice, creating and touringyour own performances. However this yearcan also serve as a good foundation forthose wishing to go on to drama school.Graduates of our Performing Arts coursesat Guildford College have gone on to gainplaces, at RADA, GSA, and East 15,amongst other vocational schools andUniversities.

Modules

Creative arts research skills (20 credits);creative arts professional practice (15 credits); development of acting skills (15 credits); devising performance (15 credits); movement for the actor (15 credits); performing arts workshopleader (15 credits); physical theatreperformance (15 credits), voice andspeech development practice (15 credits).Total 125 credits.

Assessment

Practical demonstrations, performances,coursework, presentations and projects.Students may be required to work ingroups to complete some assessments.

Progression

You can progress onto our HND course at Guildford College, audition for dramaschool, apply to university, or find work in the industry.

Careers

Become an actor, performer, performingarts tutor, or work in arts administration,community theatre, or theatre ineducation. You could also establish yourown theatre company, giving you theopportunity to perform, direct andmanage a creative team.


Opportunity to perform in theatres and other venues and take part in specialist workshops and enrichment activities Work with theatre professionals and experts in the field

Key Facts

Validation:

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

W500

Duration:

1 year full-time.

Entry requirements:

Performing Arts HNC or mature students with extensive workexperience and relevantprofessionalqualifications.

You must complete asuccessful interview and audition.

Programme Overview

The life of a performer can be relentlesslyhard, scrambling to auditions at the mercyof agents and casting directors, inbetween bouts of unemployment andmindless day-jobs.

We train performers who have theforesight and multiplicity of skills, not onlyto withstand the industry, but to creativelyflourish within it.

Our students train to create and producetheir own work.

Pro-active, imaginative, resourceful, andsocially engaged, our actors prepare tocreate their own theatre companies upongraduation, ready for small-scale theatretouring and community theatreengagement.

The first year of the course ispredominantly skills based, focusing onphysical and vocal development, actingtechnique, devising, research skills, andworkshop leadership skills, in addition togaining an overview of the performancelandscape in the UK and its vocationalcontext.

In the second year, the course intensifies,with development of production anddirecting skills, outreach drama, site-specific performance, and small-scaletouring, as well as a continuation of actingskills and alternative approaches. There is a focus on learning through practice,with learners taking part in publicperformances and running dramaworkshops with community groups.

Students will graduate with the skills,confidence, and independence to producetheir own inspired and innovativeperformances.

Modules

Preparation, process and production in the creative arts (20 credits); small scaletouring in the performing arts (15 credits);work based experience (15 credits); sitespecific performance (15 credits); outreachdrama (15 credits); theatre directing (15 credits); alternative approaches toacting (15 credits); vocal method incontext (15 credits). Total 125 credits.

Assessment

Practical demonstrations, performances,coursework, presentations and projects.Students may be required to work ingroups to complete some assessments.

Progression

You could progress to a BA top up atanother college or university or study aPGCE or Certificate of Education course at the College or pursue a career withinthe performing arts industry.

Careers

Become an actor, performer, performingarts tutor, or work in arts administration,community theatre, or theatre ineducation. You could also establish yourown theatre company, giving you theopportunity to perform, direct andmanage a creative team.


Specialist travel and tourism facilities including live Galileo (CRS) trainingTravel agency for realistic role play and fully equipped air cabin crew roomYou will be taught by experienced staff with first-hand knowledge of the industry.

Key Facts

Validation

Institution code:

GUILD G90

UCAS code:

1L69

Duration:

2 years

Entry requirements:

160 UCAS points asdemonstrated byrelevant Level 3qualifications (A Levels,BTEC Level 3 Diplomaor equivalent

Programme Overview

The programme develops the keytheoretical knowledge for a career in thetravel and tourism industry and developsthe essential vocational skills required for employment within the sector.

Modules

The travel and tourism sector (15 credits),marketing in travel and tourism (15 credits),contemporary issues in travel and tourism(15 credits), tourist destinations (15 credits),tour operations management (15 credits),hospitality provision in the travel andtourism sector (15 credits), passengertransport operations (15 credits), visitorattraction management (15 credits),research project (20 credits), finance andfunding in the travel and tourism sector (15 credits), the developing manager (15 credits), sustainable tourismdevelopment (15 credits), legislation and ethics in the travel and tourism sector (15 credits), work-based experience (15 credits), small business enterprise (15 credits), special interest tourism (15 credits).

Please note that these modules are subject to change.

Assessment

Written assignments, tests, oral and visualpresentations. Case studies based on realsituations drawn from industry and fromstudents’ work places bring together allelements of the programme.

Progression

A BTEC Higher National in Travel andTourism Management provides a range of progression opportunities for learners,including routes into employment andtopping up their study to a full degree.

Careers

By completing this programme, studentswill be able to work in managementpositions in travel agencies, airlines, touroperators, airports, tourist attractions,hotels, and tourist boards.


Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

Advice and Guidance

Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

Counselling

Health & Social Care and Children & Young Peoples Workforce

Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx)

Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)

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We are an AAT approved assessment centreSubject specialist teaching with a proven track record of success andsatisfactionLearn transferable skills that are always in demand: all organisations bothsmall and large require staff trained in accounting

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

1 year part-time duringthe day, afternoon orevening for each levelstarting in September

Entry requirements:

You don't need priorformal qualifications tobegin studying but youwill need to bereasonably literate andnumerate. If you haverelevant schoolqualifications, a degreeor some accountingexperience, you mightbe able to start at ahigher level.

Fees:

Please see www.guildford.ac.uk for current fees.

Course Overview

Our accountancy courses are accreditedby the Association of AccountingTechnicians and are designed to provideyou with practical accounting and financialskills while developing your grasp ofbusiness, giving you comprehensiveexpertise that you can apply in the real world.

Modules

AAT Level 2 Certificate:

An introduction to accounting, covering basic accounts, basic costing,computerised accounts and workingeffectively in accounting and finance.

AAT Level 3 Diploma:

This level introduces more complexaccounting areas, including preparing final accounts for sole traders,partnerships, advanced costingtechniques, spreadsheets, business ethics and indirect tax.

AAT Level 4 Diploma:

Learn how to draft financial statements forlimited companies, perform managementaccounting tasks and develop your ownmanagement skills. Modules: financialstatements, budgeting, financialperformance, a 4000 word project oninternal controls in accounting, plus achoice of optional units from personal tax,business tax cash and credit management.

Assessment

Online exams and computerised projects.At Level 4 you also undertake a 4000word project.

Progression

Leads onto ACCA and CIMA qualificationswith some exemptions.

Careers

Become a management accountant,business analyst, financial accountant or an auditor.

www.aat.org.uk


Flexible delivery in the workplace; progress at your own paceIndividualised assessment, beginning with induction, regular visits to your workplace and summative discussions to clarify and confirmunderstanding and competenceCommitment to quality, backed up by awarding body comments about thequality of work presented, coverage of and range of assessment methods

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

Approximately 1-2 years part-time, completed in the workplace with work-based assessment.

Entry requirements:

You should be currentlyworking in a role thatinvolves providingspecialist advice andguidance to clients,reporting to seniormanagement andnetworking withassociated services

Fees:


Course Overview

To earn this qualification, you mustcomplete a range of mandatory andoptional work-based units, including:

● Support clients to make use of the advice and guidance service

● Stage and manage the mediationprocess

● Provide support for other practitioners.

Modules

Advice and Guidance NVQLevel 4 Diploma:

Communication and interactions to support clients in preparing andcompleting their chosen actions; theknowledge required to work withlegislative and procedural frameworks;advocacy, mediation, representation andformal proceedings; working with otherservices through negotiation, liaison andreferral; reviewing own development;understanding and promoting careerseducation guidance within organisationsand enabling clients learning throughgroup work, demonstration andinstruction.

Assessment

You will be continually assessed throughcoursework in the form of written andpractical assignments, essays, projectwork, practical skills tests and oralpresentations. Most modules will have 2-4 assignments.

Careers

Become a customer service adviser,careers adviser, mediator, financial adviseror youth worker. Adult guidance workershelp clients clarify options about theirfuture by offering information, advice andguidance on education, training and workopportunities.


Qualifications are recognised throughout the industry and holders areregarded as possessing knowledge and experience to contribute towardsemployers needs in the construction management fieldHigh standard of training, giving our courses a proven track record ofsuccessLearn to manage and co-ordinate all types of construction projects

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

1 year part-time foreach level, 1 day a week (normally 1-8pm),starting in Sep or Feb.

Entry requirements:

Certificate: You musthave worked inconstruction and haveat least two years as sitemanager or trainee sitemanager. You will berequired to join theCIOB as a studentmember

Diploma: You shouldhave completed theCertificate

Fees:


Course Overview

This course is designed to meet the needsof those employed in, or training for, sitemanagement. You complete six modulesfor the Certificate, followed by a further sixto qualify for the Diploma. Gaining the SiteManagement Certificate and Diplomaprovides evidence to employers andclients that an internationally recognisedlevel of study has been successfullycompleted. Having experienced sitemanagers with this qualification helpsemployers satisfy regulatory health andsafety and other EU requirements.

Modules

CIOB Site Management Studies Level 4Certificate:

Project planning; managing the quality ofsite work; managing health, safety, welfareand risk control at work; improvingmanagerial skills; contractual and legalresponsibilities; managing technology of site work.

CIOB Site Management Studies Level 4Diploma:

Project monitoring and control; managingsub-contractors; managing dimensionalcontrol; developing and managing people;estimating and measuring work, managingbuilding services.

Assessment

Assessments are through individualcourse work and group project work.

Progression

The following classes of CIOBmemberships are achieved throughsuccessful completion of this course:

Certificate - Associate MembershipDiploma - Incorporate Membership.

Following successful completion of thetwo year course, students can gain fullmembership of CIOB through DirectExamination of CIOB or achieve a CIOBapproved degree.

Careers

Become a site manager or projectmanager.

www.ciob.org.uk


Well qualified and experienced tutors who are practicing counsellorsCourses validated by CPCAB - the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding BodyHigh success rates

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:Level 4: 2 years part-time, starting in Sep

Level 6: 18 weeks part-time, startingin Sep and Feb

Entry requirements:Level 4: GCSE Englishlanguage grade C orabove and Level 3Certificate in Counsellingor equivalent.

Level 6: Level 5counselling qualificationand at least one year’spost qualifyingexperience of supervisedclient work or Level 4counselling qualificationand at least two yearspost-qualifyingexperience ofsupervised client work.

You will also need to obtain a CriminalRecord Bureau (CRB) check.

FeesPlease see www.guildford.ac.uk for current fees.

Course Overview

At Level 4 the course is designed to trainyou to be a qualified counsellor - afterachieving it you will be qualified to work in a counselling agency. It is also a valuablequalification for a wide range of occupationalroles involving working with people. Thereare seven units and you have to pass all ofthem to achieve the Diploma: From thesecond half of year one you will need to be in placement for up to 1 day per week.

After completing the Level 4 course andgaining at least two years experience ofcounselling (450 hours) you could considermoving on to the Level 6 course. This isdesigned to support the delivery ofeffective supervision by qualified andexperienced counsellors. You will learn a range of supervisory skills with theaccompanying theories and are encouragedto develop your own personal way ofsupervising which is consistent with yourcounselling theoretical orientation. You will be able to establish and maintain theboundaries of a supervisory relationship,together with supporting your supervisee tomanage their own professional boundarieswith their clients. Whilst developing yourown supervisory skills you will learn how to support, monitor and enhance thecounselling skills of your supervisee andfinally you will develop your ethical know-ledge to effectively assist your superviseein making sound ethical judgements.

Modules

Therapeutic Counselling Level 4 CPCABDiploma:

Unit 1 - working ethically, safely andprofessionally as a counsellor; unit 2 -working within a counselling relationship;unit 3 - working with client diversity incounselling work; unit 4 - working within auser-centred approach to counselling; unit5 - working with self awareness in the

counselling process; unit 6 - workingwithin a coherent framework ofcounselling theory and skills; unit 7 -working self reflectively as a counsellor.

Therapeutic Counselling SupervisionLevel 6 CPCAB Certificate:

Unit 1 – model and supervise the professionalframework; unit 2 – model and supervisethe skilled use of the relationship; unit 3 –model and supervise the use of theory andresearch on diversity; unit 4 – model andsupervise a user-centred approach to thework; unit 5 – model and supervise theskilled use of self; unit 6 – model andsupervise the coherent use of theory,research and skills; unit 7 – model andsupervise the reflective practitioner.

Assessment

Continuous assessment including peerand tutor observed skills sessions, casestudies, academic assignments, reflectivelearning reviews, peer feedback,testimonials and supervisory reports,

During the Level 4 course you will need to provide evidence of personal therapy(60 hours). During the Level 6 course youwill need to have a minimum of 15 hoursexperience of supporting your supervisees.You will also need to have a minimum of 5 hours supervisory supervision with asenior/experienced supervisory.

Progression

Following completion of the Level 6course you could progress topostgraduate courses.

Careers

Become a counsellor in an agency settingfollowing the Level 4 course. After theLevel 6 course you could work as asupervisor in an agency setting, privatepractice or health care.

www.cpcab.co.uk


Provides the training you need to demonstrate that you are appropriatelyqualified according to government legislation and to the standard of therequired qualifications for registration and regulatory requirements Delivered by subject specialist staff in the workplaceFlexible learning basis

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

Up to 2 years part-time, completedin the workplace, on a roll-on, roll-off basis.

Entry requirements:

You must be working inthe industry in amanager or deputymanager’s role, as youneed to have theresponsibilities to meetthe requirements of thecourse

Fees:


Course Overview

This qualification aims to guide and assess the development of knowledge,understanding and skills in managementand advanced practice within health andsocial care and children and youngpeople’s services. These qualificationsconfirm competence in these areas andserve as the required qualifications forregistration and regulatory requirementsin the sector.

Modules

Leadership and Management for Healthand Social Care, and Children and YoungPeoples Workforce Level 5 Diploma:

Use and develop systems that promotecommunication; promote professionaldevelopment; champion equality, diversityand inclusion; develop health and safetyand risk management policies, proceduresand practices; working in partnership; leadperson-centred practice; manage healthand social care practice to ensure positiveoutcomes for individuals; safeguardingand protection of vulnerable adults;understand safeguarding of children andyoung people (for those working in theadult sector); assess the individual in a health and social care setting plus option units.

Assessment

An assessor will visit your place of work atagreed intervals to assess progress, settargets and observe you at work.

Progression

This is the final step in qualifying for acareer in leadership in health and socialcare. You could undertake further work-based qualifications or a degree in arelevant area.

Careers

Become a manager of a residential serviceprovision, domiciliary or community-based service or work as a senior careworker or day service manager.


We are a Chartered Institute of Legal Executives accredited study centreStudying for CILEX exams can result in an equivalent degree levelqualification and students qualifying in this way are exempt from thetraining contract stage of becoming a solicitorAll tutors have professional qualifications as barristers or solicitors

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

1 year part-time, oneevening a week for alllevels except HigherDiploma which is 2years part-time orblended learning - aflexible combination of on-line delivery andattendance at College.Starting in September.

Entry requirements:

Four GCSEs includingMaths and English orequivalent for theCertificate, after whichyou can progressthrough the levels.Exemptions may alsobe granted by CILEx.You will be required tojoin CILEx as a studentmember

Fees:


Course Overview

We offer different levels of programmesdepending on your previous experienceand qualifications, including core subjectsat level 6 to become a solicitor.

Modules

CILEx Certificate:

A short, rounded, five unit introduction forthose working in or interested in a specificarea of legal practice and coveringintroduction to law and practice, law oftort, legal research, client care, civillitigation.

CILEx Diploma:

The first stage on the path to becoming a legal executive, set and assessed at A Level standard and covering criminallaw, contract law, land law, wills andsuccession, probate practice.

CILEx Higher Diploma:

The second stage towards becoming alegal executive, set and assessed athonours degree level. You must achieveone Level 6 legal practice unit, three Level6 Law units and both professional skillsunits. One law unit must be in an area oflaw which underpins the practice areataken. Options include: criminal law,criminal litigation, contract, civil litigation,family law, land law, conveyancing, willsand succession, probate practice, law oftort, legal research and client care.

CILEx Graduate ‘Fast-Track’ Diploma:

A route to become a Graduate Member of CILEx and a qualified lawyer. It accredits legal practice, knowledge and understanding and is aimed at lawgraduates with significant experience ofthe law, who need a qualification in relationto legal practice in order to complete theirlegal studies. You take two practice units(one linked to a law unit taken in yourdegree) and client care.

Assessment

Exams and coursework.

Progression

You can either qualify as a legal executiveand/or go on to take more Level 6 examsat the College and qualify as a solicitor.

Careers

Become a solicitor, licensed conveyance or legal secretary.

www.cilex.org.uk


We are an ILM accredited study centreTutors are experts in their field and possess extensive commercialexperience and knowledgeHigh quality training at a competitive market price

Course Overview

Choose from a diverse range of optionalunits to build your qualification. This highlevel of flexibility allows you to custombuild a qualification focusing on the keyareas that are most relevant to thedemands of your specific role, industry or organisation. From managing healthand safety to planning change in theworkplace, ILM Leadership andManagement qualifications can be fullytailored to meet the varying needs of allemployment sectors.

Modules

ILM Level 3 Award:

A concise qualification giving anintroduction to the basic skills, knowledgeand understanding required by today'sfirst line manager. The mandatory unit onsolving problems and making decisions isdesigned to develop practical techniquesfor tackling managerial problems andmaking decisions from gathering andinterpreting information through to theeffective communication of outcomes.

ILM Level 3 Certificate:

A more comprehensive programmeexploring organisation change and timemanagement.

Optional units: understanding change inthe workplace, time management, writingfor business, managing customer service,building the team, managing performance,recruiting, selecting and inducting newstaff in the workplace, managing conflict in the workplace.

ILM Level 5 Award:

A course designed for middle managersand above, focusing on the skills requiredto lead and motivate people within theworkplace. There are a range of differentunits which look at innovation and changewithin the workplace, the requirement forleadership of people and the need tomotivate and inspire people to be the best employees they can.

Assessment

Work-based assignments, reports, reviews,presentations and role play scenarios.

Progression

The programme allows you, based on theresponsibilities and role you have within an organisation, to progress through thedifferent levels within the ILM, building on your core skills.

Careers

Become a project manager, departmentdirector or general manager.

www.i-l-m.com

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

Flexible delivery,completed in College. A blend of 8 workshops(for Level 3) togetherwith tutorial support,rising to furtherhours/days for higherlevels plus independentstudy

Entry requirements:

There are no formalentry requirements but you should be apractising or aspiringfirst line manager withthe opportunity to meet the assessmentdemands and have abackground that willenable you to benefitfrom the programme

Fees:



Courses fulfil the training requirements of the Institute for Learning(professional body overseeing teacher training regulations in Further Education)Friendly and supportive teaching by experienced professionals

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:1 day a week.PTLLS: 12 weeks part-time, starting inSeptember, January orApril CTLLS: 1 year part-time,starting in Septemberor FebruaryDTLLS: 2 years part-time, starting inSeptember

Entry requirements:PTLLS: Experience orsubject qualificationCTLLS: PTLLS andaccess to 30 teachinghours.DTLLS: Level 3qualification in yoursubject, GCSE Mathsand English at grade Cand access to 150 hoursof teaching.

Fees:Please see www.guildford.ac.uk for current fees.

Course Overview

Teaching is a rewarding profession in moreways than one, offering fantastic careerprospects and developmentopportunities. Guildford College offersseveral teaching programmes to furtherdevelop your teaching skills andprofessional experience. The PTLLS,CTLLS and DTLLS courses form part of the Qualified Teacher Learning andSkills (QTLS) framework.

Modules

Preparing to Teach in the LifelongLearning Sector (PTLLS) City & Guilds7303 Award:

An introduction to teaching and the firststep towards licensed practitioner status.Understand own role, responsibilities andboundaries of role in relation to teaching;understand teaching and learningapproaches in the specialist area;demonstrate session planning skills;understand how to deliver inclusivesessions which motivate learners;understand the use of differentassessment methods and the need for record keeping.

Continuing to Teach in the LifelongLearning Sector (CTLLS) City & Guilds7304 Award:

Provides the skills demanded of the'associate' teaching role and leads to ATLSstatus. Preparing to Teach in the LifelongLearning Sector (if not previously studied),planning and enabling learning, principlesof practice of assessment, equality anddiversity.

Diploma in Teaching in the LifelongLearning Sector (DTLLS) City & Guilds7305 Award: Diploma DTLLS:

Qualifies you for Qualified Teacher,Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. Developall the skills you need to work as a fullteacher in the lifelong learning sector -designing your own curriculum andteaching a range of levels, subjects andlearner types. Preparing to Teach in theLifelong Learning Sector, planning andenabling learning, enabling learning andassessment (if not previously studied),theories and principles for planning andenabling learning, continuing personal and professional development, curriculumdevelopment for inclusive practice, widerprofessional practice plus optional units.

Assessment

Theory and practical assignments for eachunit. These assignments are assessed bywritten work, observation, self assessment,peer assessment and professionaldiscussion. You will also be observedteaching in your own environment on the CTLLS and DTLLS courses.

Progression

Further specialist teacher trainingqualifications. The qualification hasrecently been acknowledged as beingequivalent to a license to teach in schoolsonce QTLS has been achieved.

Careers

Become a lecturer, adult educationteacher or associate teacher.


Flexible delivery in the workplace, progress at your own paceIndividualised assessment, beginning with induction, regular visits to yourworkplace and summative discussions to clarify and confirm understandingCommitment to quality, backed up by awarding body comments about thequality of work presented, coverage of and range of assessment methods

Key Facts

Validation:

Duration:

Approximately 1 yearpart-time per level,completed in theworkplace.

Entry requirements:

You must be qualified in the area you will beassessing and be in aposition to gather therelevant evidence or be attached to anaccredited assessmentcentre.

Fees:


Course Overview

These qualifications are for peopleworking in or looking to work inassessment and internal quality assurance.

Modules

Understanding the Principles andPractices of Assessment Level 3 Award:

A knowledge-only award for those whoare starting their journey as an assessor, or those who need to know aboutassessment practice but are not currently practising.

Assessing Competence in the WorkEnvironment Level 3 Award:

For practitioners who assess thedemonstration of competence in a work environment using the followingassessment methods: observation;examining work products; oral questioningand discussion; use of witnesses; learnerstatements; Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Assessing Vocationally RelatedAchievement Level 3 Award:

For practitioners who assess knowledgeand/or skills in vocationally related subjectareas using the following assessmentmethods: assessments in simulatedenvironments; skills tests; oral and writtenquestions; assignments; projects; casestudies; RPL.

Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3 Certificate:

For practitioners who may use all of theabove listed assessment methods basedupon sound assessment principles.

Understanding the Internal QualityAssurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 Award:

A knowledge-only award for thosestarting their journey as internal qualityassurance practitioners or those who needto know about internal quality assurancebut are not carrying out quality assurancethemselves.

Internal Quality Assurance of AssessmentProcesses and Practice Level 4 Award:

For practitioners who conduct internalquality assurance of the assessmentprocess from within a centre ororganisation, by sample planning,monitoring and advising on the practice of assessors.

Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and PracticeLevel 4 Certificate:

For practitioners who lead the internalquality assurance process within a centreor organisation and have responsibility formanaging the quality of the assessmentprocess, practice and the performance of assessors.

Assessment

You must provide work-based evidence of your activities and assessment ofcandidates.

Progression

Level 4 awards can be taken after aminimum of a year’s assessing experience.

Careers

Become an assessor, internal qualityassurer or student adviser.


Other InformationFees

On enrolment you must make either full payment, sign abinding agreement to pay by instalments, or provide anauthorisation to invoice form, signed by your employer.Your place on the course is not secure until one of theseactions has been taken. Payment can be made by cash(payable in person and not by post), credit or debit cardor bank transfer.

Tuition fees will not be refunded or waived after thepublished start date of the course, other than in veryexceptional circumstances. Students are liable to pay all exam resit fees. The fee policy and arrangements may vary for courses delivered in partnership with other providers.

All fees and other information are current at August 2015,but are subject to change through government policy orfor unforeseen reasons at the College’s absolutediscretion. Any variations to the published fees will beagreed by the College’s Director of Finance. The feepayable is the fee applicable at the date of enrolment.Government policy on entitlement to fee reductions andtax or benefit rules is subject to change. The informationprinted reflects the College’s understanding at the timeof going to print but you should check with the Collegefor the latest details before enrolment.

How to Pay

Payment can be made by:

● Cash (payable in person and not by post)

● Credit or debit card

● Bank transfer

Enrolment Terms and Conditions

The application form and the enrolment terms set out the basis of your application to be enrolled as a studentat the Guildford College Group and will form part of any agreement between the Guildford College Groupand you.

The Terms set out your rights and obligations, as well asour obligations and limitations of our liability to you.Therefore, it is very important that you read andunderstand these Terms before you complete theapplication form. They can be found on our websitewww.guildford.ac.uk

College Charter and Policies

The College Charter outlines the quality of service youshould expect from the College and what the Collegeexpects from you. The Student Handbook providesgeneral information about the College and its services(both are distributed during induction). There is a strongcommitment to quality throughout the organisation.

The following documents are available:

● Admissions Policy

● Assessment Policies

● Attendance and Punctuality Policy

● Complaints Policy

● Computing Facilities - policies relating to the use of the College network

● Disciplinary Policy and Procedures (include theCollege Code and Student Code of Conduct)

● Equality and Diversity Policy and Single Equality Scheme

● Guidance Policy

● Health and Safety Policy

● Learner Agreement

● Tuition Fees Policy


Disclaimer

Every care has been taken to ensure that the informationin this prospectus is accurate at the time of printing. The College undertakes all reasonable steps to provideeducational services in the manner set out in thisprospectus and in any further documents issued to you. Programmes, facilities and other arrangements are regularly reviewed and can be subject to change. The fees and financial information in this prospectus arecorrect at the time of publication but may be subject tochange - you should check with the College for the latestdetails before enrolment. All student acceptances areprovisional in the first instance. The College does notintend by publication of this prospectus to create anycontractual or other legal relation with applicants,accepted students, advisers or any other person.Registration at the College is on the understanding thatthe College Management cannot accept responsibilityfor the consequences of any errors or omissions. TheCollege reserves the right to cancel, suspend, modify orchange programmes, facilities, services or venues in anyway and cannot accept legal or financial liability arisingas a result. Facilities, terms and conditions may varywhere courses are offered in partnership or associationwith other organisations. You should check details withthe relevant organisation before enrolling.

Freedom of Information

The College complies with the Freedom of InformationAct 2000, which promotes openness and accountabilityacross the public sector, by requiring all public authoritiesto make information available proactively, through apublication scheme. For more information write to theExecutive Director of HR and OrganisationalDevelopment or Email [email protected] note that information requests may be subject to an administration fee.

Insurance

The College cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to possessions and property. Students should have insurance cover for their belongings.

Data Protection Act 1998

Information you provide to the College will be passed to the Higher Education Funding Council for England(HEFCE), Skills Funding Agency (SFA) and theEducation Funding Agency (EFA). All are registeredunder the Data Protection Act 1998. Information will alsobe shared with other organisations for the purpose ofadministration, careers and other guidance, statisticaland research purposes, in line with the College’s DataProtection Policy. At no time will your personalinformation be passed to organisations for marketing or sales purposes. From time to time students areapproached to take part in surveys by mail and phone,which are aimed at enabling HEFCE, the EFA and theSFA and their partners to monitor performance, improvequality and plan future provision. Please let us know onyour application/enrolment form, by ticking the relevantbox, if you do not wish to be contacted by HEFCE, EFAand the SFA or their partners in respect of surveys and research.

Compliments and Complaints

Guildford College is committed to providing high qualityservices and continuous improvement. Comments,concerns, complaints and compliments are an importantand valuable source of information enabling us toimprove our service to you. A complaints procedure isavailable from your personal tutor/mentor and on theCollege website under Charter and Policies. Theprocedure is made available during induction to informyou of what to do if you wish to make a complaint. In thefirst instance make an approach to the area with whichyou have a problem, to allow them to resolve it. If you aredissatisfied once you have exhausted the process (whichis explained in the procedure), you may appeal to thePrincipal for a final decision. To provide feedback pleaseEmail: [email protected]


The College is committed to achieving equality ofopportunity for all students studying at the College and celebrates the diversity of the College community.

Equal Opportunities PolicyGuildford College passionately believes in equalityof opportunity for all and is committed to promotingequality of opportunity for students and staff.

The College encourages and supports a society inwhich:

● People’s ability to achieve their potential is notlimited by prejudice or discrimination

● There is respect for and protection of the dignity and worth of each individual

● Each individual has an equal opportunity toparticipate in education and training

● There is mutual respect between groups based onunderstanding and valuing of diversity and onshared respect for equality and human rights

● Everyone is treated fairly with regard to procedures,assessments and choices and encouraged to achieve their learning aims.

Widening Participation PolicyGuildford College is committed to WideningParticipation and aims to:

● Increase and widen participation to meet theeducation and skills needs of young people, adultsand employers in response to local, regional andnational priorities whilst promoting equality andcelebrating diversity.

● Continue to work towards an increase in thenumbers and proportions of Higher Education (HE) entrants to the College from groups currentlyunder-represented in its student profile.

● Help to ensure that all students, regardless ofbackground, have access to appropriate advice andsupport to enable them to reach the highest levels of achievement.

● Help stimulate the desire of students to participate in HE by raising aspirations.

ConfidentialityYour personal information will only be shared withothers who need to know in connection with youreducation, in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

Additional Learning SupportSupport is provided in different ways, including dyslexiatutors, visual and hearing specialists and signers,advocacy, support for students with Aspergers,notetakers and learning support assistants. You mayneed:

● Specialist support

● Help ‘on programme’ within the group

● Extra 1:1 sessions

● Special equipment

● Adaptation of materials

Special exam arrangements could also be available. This could be in the form of extra time, use of a wordprocessor, a scribe, modified exam papers, rest breaks, a separate room or someone to read the paper to you.The College must provide evidence that this isnecessary and you may need to be assessed. Let usknow as soon as possible so that we can requestconcessions with the appropriate exam board.

There is also funding for certain students to access the Additional Learning Support Team. ALS providessupport for a variety of learning difficulties and/ordisabilities. Please let us know any support needs you have before coming to the College or applying for a course. You will be assessed for eligibility. For more information Tel: 01483 44 87 17.

Getting around the CollegeThe College has lifts to upper floors in most cases andaccessible toilets. Please contact us if you have accessrequirements so that we can be prepared and help tosupport you.

CateringIf you have any special dietary requirements pleasecontact the Catering Manager to discuss yourrequirements or to find out more information aboutingredients and alternatives. Tel: 01483 44 85 80.

Tel: 01483 44 85 85 Email: [email protected] College Stoke Road Guildford Surrey GU1 1EZ

Tel: 01483 44 85 85 Email: [email protected] College Stoke Road Guildford Surrey GU1 1EZ

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