Why study Higher Education at Warrington Collegiate?

HIGHER EDUCATION Why study Higher Education at Warrington Collegiate? Courses at affordable prices 97% student achievement rates Fabulous facilities on campus Small class sizes Outstanding tutorial support Easily accessible by car and public transport Dedicated Centre for Higher Education

Higher Education At Warrington Collegiate, we aim to offer all our students a high quality learning experience, delivered within a supportive environment by our experienced and helpful staff. We have a longstanding reputation for providing Higher Education courses and we are committed to offering educational opportunities which are tailored to meet the individual needs of our students. Warrington Collegiate is an Associate College of the University of Chester and we work closely with the University to ensure that we provide our students with the best quality Higher Educational experience possible. We are the largest college in Warrington, and have a state of the art campus which offers fantastic learning facilities for our students, including a new Centre for Higher Education. I hope that you will feel confident that Warrington Collegiate is the ideal place for you to study for a Higher Education qualification. Thank you for your interest in our college. We look forward to meeting you soon. Paul Hafren Principal / Chief Executive Jacqueline Johnson HNC Construction Jacqueline recently completed the HNC in Construction qualification and received the Graham Lewis Special Award at Warrington Collegiate s Higher Education Awards Ceremony. Jacqueline speaks highly of her tutors and their support adding It s been 2 hard years studying and working full time. The HNC group were really supportive, which was vital as it s quite a challenge being a female in construction. I feel that I ve really proved myself and I m not stopping now. I m going to continue on to a full degree and I plan to progress into management. Tel:01925 494494 www.warrington.ac.uk/higher_education email: he@warrington.ac.uk

Access to Higher Education (HE) The Access to Higher Education courses available at Warrington Collegiate prepare students for higher level study at university or college. The courses are designed for individuals who would like to study for a Higher Education qualification but do not currently have a Level 3 qualification. To achieve an Access to HE Diploma, you will complete a programme of study which includes theoretical input and study skills. You will learn how to approach study and gain knowledge on the different techniques needed to be a successful student. The course is designed to ensure that you are thoroughly equipped for Higher Education. Courses on offer at Warrington Collegiate include: Access to Higher Education: Education Professions Access to Higher Education: Health Professionals Access to Higher Education: Humanities & Social Science Access to Higher Education: Social Work Access to Higher Education: Sports Studies Eamonn Kavanagh, HNC Business Eamonn has worked in a commercial role since his mid-twenties and has been a team manager for the past ten years. The syllabus for the course was ideal for me, it was exactly what I was looking for. The course has provided me with much more than an additional qualification. I would like to think that I have broadened and strengthened my understanding of business and now try to look at things differently. I have now moved on to the HND Business qualification, before progressing on to Level 6 at the University of Chester.

Higher Vocational Education The BTEC Level 4 HNCs and BTEC Level 5 HNDs are widely recognised by employers, universities and professional bodies. A Higher National student will develop higher level technical skills and management skills required by employers. All programmes are offered on a part-time (PT) basis. Additionally, programmes marked* may be offered on a full-time (FT) basis, subject to demand. On completing a HND, students often progress to the final year/level of degree programmes. Higher National programmes at Warrington Collegiate include: Course Name Cost PT Cost FT (per year) (per year) Business HNC 2500 N/A Computing & Systems 2500 5000 Development HNC/HND Construction & the Built 2500 N/A Environment HNC Creative Media Production 2500 5000 (Computer Games Design) HNC/HND* Engineering (Electrical/ 2500 N/A Electronic) HNC/HND Health & Social Care 2500 5000 HNC/HND* Music HNC/HND* 2500 5000 Performing Arts HNC/HND* 2500 5000 Public Services (with 2500 5000 Criminology) HNC/HND* Sport & Exercise 2500 5000 Science HNC/HND* HND courses, part-time over 3 years There is also the opportunity to complete the full HND over 3 years at the cost of 3,350 per year of study. Level Duration Qualification 6 5 4 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Progression to 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Progression to 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Final Year of BA/BSc (hons) Higher National Diploma Higher National Certificate Karl Fitzpatrick, HNC/D Sport & Exercise Science Player Welfare Manager Warrington Wolves Higher National Diploma - 3 years part-time "The programme has been well designed to meet the needs and interests of our players who wish to develop the higher level skills and knowledge required by industry to support their future career aspirations. The players are extremely excited at the opportunity."

Teacher Training qualifications Warrington Collegiate offers a variety of teacher training courses. Whether you are thinking about a career change or want to progress in your existing career, Warrington Collegiate will provide you with the support and expert tuition you need to succeed on the course. The following part-time teacher training courses are available at Warrington Collegiate: Title Cost (per year) Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning 425 Sector (PTLLS) (11 wks), Level 3/4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector 495 (CTLLS) (18 wks), Level 4 PGCE Professional Graduate Certificate in Education in Teaching in the Learning and Skills Sector, Level 6* Assessor Qualifications Training, Assessment & Quality Assurance Awards (TAQA), Level 3 Internal Quality Assurance Training, Assessment and Quality Assurance Awards (TAQA), Level 4 Add intro line 2,500 per year Prices vary dependent upon occupational pathway Prices vary dependent upon occupational pathway Certificate of Education in Teaching in the Learning and 2,500 Skills Sectors (DTLLS), Level 4-5 * * The PGCE and Certificate in Education are validated by the University of Chester. If you are looking to study the Certificate of Education (DTLLS) or a Level 6 PGCE qualification at Warrington Collegiate, you may be entitled to specific funding. For 2012-13, bursaries of 1000 will be introduced, helping to support up to 10,000 trainees with funding on these select courses. Further Infor

Financial Support for HNC/HND and Teacher Training courses Our tuition fees are considerably less than those charged at most universities, meaning that you have less debt to pay back. Tuition Fees If you plan to study higher education at Warrington Collegiate in 2012/13, you will not have to pay for tuition fees upfront. Every new student is entitled to a Tuition Fee Loan, that will cover your fees and this won't be paid back until you start earning over 21,000 a year. Even then, you will only repay 9% of your earnings over this amount. Both full and part-time students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. For further information about Tuition Fee Loans, visit www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance Support with Living and Study Costs As a Higher Education student you can apply for a range of financial help with living and study costs, loans (which have to be paid back), and grants which don't have to be paid back. Maintenance Loan to help with Living Costs Eligible students can get up to 4,375 depending on your household income. Maintenance Grant to help with Living Costs This can be up to 3,250, depending on your household income. Household Income, How much? Household income: 25,000 or less: maximum 3,250 grant Household income: 25,000-42,600: Partial grant, depending on household income Household income: more than 42,600: No grant For further information about Maintenance Loans and Grants, visit: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance Repaying your Loan If you start your course in 2012/13, you will not start repaying your student loan until 2016, even if you leave your course and earn above 21,000 before then. The amount that you will repay will depend on how much you earn and not how much you owe. When you are earning over 21,000 you will pay 9% of your earnings over this amount. The information below shows some examples of what the expected monthly repayment amount would be:- Income each year before tax Amount repaid per month 21,000 0 24,000 22 27,000 45 30,000 67 33,000 90 36,000 112 40,000 142 *Information is correct at the time of print (February 2012) and is subject to change.

Professional Qualifications Warrington Collegiate offers a variety of professional courses working closely with accredited institutions. Whether you are thinking about a career change or want to progress in your existing career, Warrington Collegiate will provide you with the support and expert tuition you need to succeed on the course. Part-time Professional courses on offer include: Title Cost (per year) AAT Association of Accounting Technicians, Level 4 1,400 Business HNC, Level 4 2,500 CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing, Level 4 CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing, Level 6 395 per module 495 per module CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Practice, Foundation 835 Level 3 CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Management, 1,395 Intermediate, Level 5 Counselling Introduction, Level 2 250 Counselling Skills Certificate, Level 3 750 Counselling Diploma, Level 4 1050 Human Resource Management Advanced Level 1,950 Diploma, Level 7 ILM Award in Leadership and Team Skills (8 wks/12 wks), Level 2 310/ 400 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Team Skills (17 wks), Level 2 625 ILM Award in Coaching and Mentoring (12 wks), Level 3 350 ILM Award in Leadership and Management (8 wks/12 wks), Level 3 350/ 420 * 150 reduction for students progressing from the ILM award to the certificate. ILM Certificate in Leadeship and Managent (17 wks), Level 3 650 ILM Award in Leadership and Management (8 wks/12 wks), Level 4 395/ 445 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management (17 wks), Level 4 675 ILM Award in Leadership and Management (8 wks/12 wks), Level 5 425/ 460 ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management (17wks), Level 5 695

Funding Information for Professional courses Regional Growth Fund The Regional Growth Fund (RGF) is a 1.4bn fund to be used across England over a three-year period (2011-2014) to support projects that stimulate sustainable economic growth. The second bidding round, completed at the end of July 2011, has seen an oversubscribed interest resulting in combined bid applications to the value of 3.3bn. The successful bids will be distributed through LEPs (Local Enterprise Partnership) and other co-financing organisations within regions across England. Bids have been received from a range of organisations and collective groups including universities, charities and social enterprises, all of which are eligible under the RGF programme. For more information visit the Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) website or contact your Local Enterprise Partnership. European Funding The European Social Fund (ESF) allocates grant money directly from the European Government to the UK to address specific identified social needs. Any training provider or employer in the public, private or third sector can apply for ESF funding, and ILM Centres and Providers are well placed to qualify for support to deliver NVQ s, VRQ s, Endorsed and Development Awards, providing they demonstrate an effective solution to the ESF application criteria. Find out more: www.i-l-m.com/centres/5475.aspx Third Sector Funding The Big Society is the Government's vision of a society where individuals and communities have more power and responsibility, and use it to create better neighbourhoods and local services. Several initiatives have been set up to support the Big Society, including the Community Organisers Programme. Find out more: www.i-l-m.com/centres/6987.aspx Please note: The college reserves the right to vary, add or to delete any of the courses, or parts thereof, or any other services, facilities, matters or information referred to in this booklet or any other literature, without prior notice. All courses run subject to enrolment of minimum numbers, maximum limits may also apply. If the college makes an offer of a place, it is essential that you are aware of the current terms on which the offer is based. If you are in any doubt, please feel free to ask for confirmation of the precise position for the year in question, before you accept the offer. Warrington Collegiate, Winwick Road, Warrington WA2 8QA Tel: 01925 494494 www.warrington.ac.uk/higher_education email: he@warrington.ac.uk