Calderdale College HE Prospectus 2016

CALDERDALE COLLEGEHigher Education & Professional Courses

2016 & 2017 Entry

CONTENTSPrincipal’s Welcome Message 1About Us 3A Unique Place to Learn & Grow 5Calderdale College Courses 7University Partners 9How to Apply 11Quali� cations 13Open Evenings 15Our College Values 17What Our Students Say 19Yorkshire’s Magical Mixture 59Transforming Your College 63Money Matters 65Study Support 69

COURSE AREAS Access to Higher Education 25Higher Apprenticeship 27Acting Performance 29Art & Design 31Business 33Early Years 35Engineering 37Health & Social Care 39Public Services 41Sound & Music Technology 43Sport 45Teacher Education 47Teacher Education Training 49Professional Courses Accountancy 51 Human Resources 53 Leadership Management 55 Marketing 57

Choosing the right Higher Education (HE) course has never been more important. It is a decision that can change your life, and so it is important you consider all your options and get sound advice. It is also a time when higher skills are in increasing demand, with graduate level jobs set to grow substantially in our region in the coming years.

Studying your chosen HE course at Calderdale College gives you access to excellent teaching and outstanding personal support; both are essential to your success. You may be coming straight from school/college or thinking about studying again after a long break. You may want to study full-time or combine study alongside other commitments.

Whatever your ambition, Calderdale College will provide a friendly and stimulating environment in which you can study and succeed. Our focus is your success, both on your chosen course and as you progress in your chosen career.

The College has been recognised for the quality of its courses, we were proud to receive the highest judgements possible in our last QAA review of Higher Education, and our most recent Ofsted inspection judged us ‘Good with Outstanding Features’.

I am immensely proud of our students’ achievements at Higher Education level, and I look forward to celebrating them at our annual Graduation Ceremony, held in the imposing Victoria Theatre in the centre of Halifax each year.

I know that the combination of high quality, innovative courses and the excellent support from our team makes Calderdale College an outstanding choice for your university level education.

Please come and visit Calderdale College, talk to our staff and students and I am sure you will be impressed.

A message from the Principal

Welcome to Calderdale College

John Rees – Principal & Chief Executive

1 Contact the Admissions Team on 01422 399 399 or email: [email protected]

Visit: www.calderdale.ac.uk for up-to-date information regarding our new provision 2

Whether you’re coming straight from school or college, or if you’re already in work and looking to further your career, our exciting range of courses has something to inspire and challenge everyone. Perhaps you’d like to run your own business, rocket up the career ladder or even teach others? Whatever your goal, we’ve got the courses, facilities and fantastic teaching to make reaching it not just possible but enjoyable too.

To maintain our academic standards we work in partnership with UK universities, and that means you’ll graduate with priceless academic insight as well as a valuable qualification. At the same time, our courses are vocationally focused and based on what today’s employers really need, which makes them highly practical when it comes to gaining exactly the right skills to follow your career route. We’re an inclusive college and successful in supporting students from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. We welcome you regardless of your age, ethnicity, sexuality, gender or disability.

Of course, we understand that the right environment really helps the learning process, and we’re particularly proud of our friendly atmosphere, great surroundings and state-of-

the-art resources. Today, the College is a stimulating, rewarding and welcoming place to learn and grow, and we even have a dedicated Higher Education Centre including an adult-friendly drop-in study centre.

As for the teaching we provide; our HE tutors are devoted and highly qualified individuals with the passion and enthusiasm to inspire you too. Better still, most of our tutors have strong professional links within their subjects and industries, giving you direct access to the most relevant and up-to-date knowledge that your career choice will require.

There is lots of academic support available to you including close contact with your course tutor coupled with academic skills support from the Academic Skills (ASK) Team and a dedicated progress coach. You’ll be part of a learning community where you’re supported to broaden your knowledge and skills and where your contribution is valued. As you progress on your course you will develop the confidence to become an active and contributing member of the college community.

ABOUT USAs the only Higher Education provider in Calderdale, we’re the natural choice if you’re looking to study a Foundation Degree, a Higher National Diploma, a BA (Honours) Top-Up or one of our many professional development courses. On top of that, most of our courses are available part-time, so learning with us means you can fit your studies around work, family or other commitments.


We run a free counselling service as part of our determination to look after the general wellbeing of every single student, and we also provide excellent practical assistance for students with learning difficulties or physical disabilities.

Careers advice is something else we excel at, and our award-winning service is available to all. Staffed by a dedicated group of experts with your best interests always at heart, our Student Services Team provides all the information, advice and guidance you need to fast-track your career. Meanwhile, our specialist Student Services HE Team can help with UCAS applications as well as advising on

financial issues like budgeting, debt and applications for loans, grants or Higher Education Hardship Funds.

Above all, it’s our students whose verdicts really matter the most. Happily for us, they think we’re great too. They say they love the fact that we give them more contact with tutors and more personalised support than their friends get at other colleges and universities. And we say that’s why so many of our students achieve even better results than they first expected.


Learn from expertsThere’s simply no substitute for brilliant teaching of relevant material, and we deliver it by making sure that most of our tutors actually work in the industries they teach. It means you’ll be taught by enthusiastic experts with the kind of first-hand experience that makes learning more interesting. Better still, you’ll get the skills and knowledge your chosen industry really looks for in job applicants.

Stay connectedOur campus is close to the vibrant centre of Halifax, so it’s easy to reach by road and rail whether you’re travelling from nearby, or from Leeds or Manchester. It also means there’s plenty to do right on your doorstep, whether it’s nipping out between lectures or nights out with new friends.

Save moneyWith one of the lowest tuition fees in West Yorkshire and flexible finance options to suit your situation, studying with us is always an affordable choice. In fact, you could save up to

£3,000 per year compared to university fees, and you’ll only start repaying once you earn over £21,000.

Learn your wayWe do everything we can to make learning with us fit around you and your lifestyle. From smaller, more intimate class sizes and excellent study support to our wide range of both full and part-time courses to suit your availability better, we want to make learning easier and less stressful, not just enjoyable and interesting.

Boost your employabilityCollege is an investment of your time, money and hard work, so you need to know that your chances of future employment will be as good as they get when you graduate. We make sure they are just that, with relevant and up-to-date courses often including invaluable work experience to help get your CV noticed.

A Unique Place to Learn and GrowFrom the quality of our teaching and the low cost of our courses to fantastic facilities everyone can enjoy, there are lots of reasons why studying at Calderdale College is a great move. Over the years we’ve listened to the people who study here, and these are the key things that really made their experience special.


Think of the facilitiesWe understand that learning isn’t just more enjoyable in nice surroundings; it’s easier and more effective too. That’s why we’ve invested in high-quality learning areas as well as state-of-the-art facilities for more technical or specialised areas such as studio recording, dance and theatre. In 2011, we spent £14m on our Inspire Sports & Fitness Centre, and just two years ago we opened a £6m Technology Centre. Of course, our dedicated IT systems are fast and reliable too, which makes studying smoother, quicker and less stressful.

Work hard, play harderStudying hard is great, but the very best results come when there’s a healthy balance between work and play. To help you achieve this, we’ve made it a priority to give students the facilities they need for looking after themselves and enjoying their college time as much as possible. That’s why you can relax with a manicure or massage at our on-site Full Works Hair and Beauty Salon. If you’ve energy to burn, join our state-of-the-art gym, catch a fitness class or test your nerve on our indoor climbing wall.

Graduate in styleJust like university, we celebrate the success of every student with a traditional yearly graduation ceremony held in the splendid surroundings of Halifax’s Victoria Theatre. Joining in with our procession through Halifax is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to mark your achievement and celebrate in style with family and friends. It’s also a fantastic photo opportunity!


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ACTING PERFORMANCECourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Acting Performance Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University 2B14

Performance Arts BA (Hons) Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University 8A2P

EARLY YEARSCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Early Years Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University 8P22

Early Years Foundation Degree 3 Years Part Time Open University (stv)

Early Years BA (Hons) Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University P9K7

Early Years BA (Hons) Top-Up 2 Years Part Time Open University (stv)

COURSES FOR 2016 & 2017 ENTRY

For more details about the courses, or to apply go to the ‘Courses’ section of www.calderdale.ac.uk and search for the course or subject that is of interest to you. Courses marked: are NEW for 2016-17. Courses marked: are NEW for 2017-18 A = Apprenticeship

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATIONCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Art and Design* 1 Year Full Time One Awards N/A

Business and Management* 1 Year Full Time One Awards N/A

Computing* 1 Year Full Time One Awards (stv) N/A

Emerging Technologies* 1 Year Full Time One Awards (stv) N/A

Health Professionals* 1 Year Full Time One Awards N/A

Music* 1 Year Full Time One Awards (stv) N/A

Social Sciences and Social Care* 1 Year Full Time One Awards N/A

Skills for Employment and Study in Health Sciences Level 2 1 Year Full Time One Awards (stv) N/A

ENGINEERINGCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Engineering HNC/HND 1 or 2 Years Full Time Pearson Edexcel

ART & DESIGNCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Art & Design HND 2 Years Full Time Open University 2R44

Art & Design Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University (stv)

Art & Design BA Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University (stv)

BUSINESSCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

E-Business, Sales and Marketing Management HNC/HND 1 or 2 Years Part Time Pearson Edexcel 8T15

Business Management Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University (stv)

Business Management Hons Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University (stv)

PUBLIC SERVICESCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Public Services HNC/HND 1 or 2 Years Full Time Pearson Edexcel 2C15/L4L2

Public Services Management Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University (stv)

Public Services Management BA (Hons) Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University (stv)

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARECourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Health & Social Care HNC/HND 1 or 2 Years Full Time Pearson Edexcel L5M8

Leadership for Health and Social Care, Children and Young People 1 Year Full Time City and Guilds A

Mental Health in the Community Level 3* 1 Year Full Time City and Guilds N/A

8*These courses are eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan. Please enquire for more information. (stv) = subject to validation RORO = Roll on, Roll off (Multiple start dates) † = FCR (No funding available)

SPORTCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Sport (Coaching and Sports Development) HNC 1 Year Full Time Pearson Edexcel 4C58

SOUND AND MUSIC TECHNOLOGYCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Sound & Music Technology Foundation Degree 2 Years Full Time Open University 8H74

Sound & Music Technology BA (Hons) Top-Up 1 Year Full Time Open University W3M8

Professional Courses ACCOUNTANCYCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Certificate in Accounting (AAT) Level 1 8 weeks Part Time AAT N/A

Certificate in Accounting (AAT) Level 2 1 Year RORO AAT N/A

Certificate in Accounting (AAT) Level 3* 1 Year RORO AAT N/A

Certificate in Accounting (AAT) Level 4* 12-15 Mths Part Time AAT N/A

Bookkeeping Level 1 and 2 15 Weeks Part Time City and Guilds N/A

Computerised Accounts (Sage) Level 1 and 2 14 weeks Part Time City and Guilds N/A

Professional Courses HUMAN RESOURCESCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

CIPD Human Resources Practice Level 3* 1 Year Part Time CIPD N/A

CIPD Human Resources Practice Level 5 15 Months Part Time CIPD N/A

Professional Courses LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENTCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

ILM Leadership and Management Level 4 and 5 († L5) 1 Year RORO ILM N/A

Leadership and Management Modules Variable RORO ILM N/A

Professional Courses MARKETINGCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

CIM Foundation Certificate in Marketing 1 Year Part Time CIM N/A

CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing 1 Year Part Time CIM N/A

CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing 1 Year RORO CIM N/A

TEACHER EDUCATION TRAININGCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Assessor Award and Certificate RORO RORO OCR N/A

Assessor Award Modules: Principles and Practices of Assessment • Assessing Occupational Competence in the Workplace • Assessing Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

Award in Education and Training Level 3† 15 Weeks Part Time City and Guilds N/A

Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment, Processes and Practice† RORO RORO OCR N/A

Lead Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment and Practice RORO RORO OCR N/A

TEACHER EDUCATIONCourse Duration F/PTime Validated by UCAS code

Certificate/Diploma in Education and Training with Literacy 1 or 2 Years Part Time City and Guilds N/A

English for Literacy/ESOL Teaching Level 3 15 Weeks Part Time City and Guilds N/A

Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching Level 3 15 Weeks Part Time City and Guilds N/A

Certificate in Education (Cert Ed) 2 Years Part Time University of Huddersfield N/A

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 2 Years Part Time University of Huddersfield N/A

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 2 Years Part Time University of Huddersfield N/A

BA (Hons) Education & Professional Development 2 Years Part Time University of Huddersfield

We Provide Quality TeachingAt the Calderdale College Higher Education Centre you’ll receive a university level qualification, taught by a team of highly qualified staff who are experts in their field.

The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education gave us their highest rating of ‘confidence’ in our teaching in 2014, and our excellent Ofsted Inspection in 2014 reinforced the high quality of provision at the College.

University PartnersNot only do you have access to first class teaching resources, but if you choose to study on a degree awarded by a partner university, you will also have access to a range of their resources. Our partner universities fully support our vision of widening access to HE for local people. At the same time the partnerships ensure that we can provide you with the very best opportunities and expertise to make your study experience exciting, interesting and, most importantly, valuable in terms of your own journey. The College is proud to work in partnership with:

The Open UniversityThe Open University is one of the largest and most entrepreneurial universities in the UK and offers in partnership with Calderdale College a variety of awards such as: FD and BA (Top-Up) Early Years, Acting Performance FD and BA (Top-Up) and FD and BA (Top-Up) Sound and Music Technology.

University of Huddersfield We are proud to work with the University of Huddersfield to offer the PGCE at Level 6 and 7 and Certificate in Education through the University’s nationally recognised Centre for Excellence in Teacher Training in the Lifelong Learning and Skills sector. In 2015, the University of Huddersfield was awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education and is one of only ten centres in the UK recognised for excellence in teacher training.

EdexcelEdexcel (Pearson) is the largest awarding body in the UK, offering an extensive range of academic and vocational qualifications and training to colleges, employers and many other learning environments in the UK and abroad. Courses on offer include Higher National Certificate and Diplomas.

Professional QualificationsAt the Calderdale College Higher Education Centre we also offer professional qualifications, designed to put you on the next step of the career ladder. Our professional courses are awarded by a number of bodies including: ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management), CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development), AAT (Association of Accounting Technician), One Awards and City & Guilds.

University Partners


You can apply at any point in the year. You need not worry about missing the UCAS deadlines as they do not apply to Higher Education Courses at the College.

Once you have identifi ed the course you are interested in just follow the steps below:

Apply online at:www.calderdale.ac.uk/he/apply

Applying through UCASFull details of the UCAS online application process are available from UCAS:www.ucas.com

When we receive your application we will acknowledge it within 48 hours and then we will contact you to invite you to an Admissions event or to an interview.

Note: for some part-time courses you may need to complete a university application form as well as the College Application Form (we can advise you of this).

Contact the College Admissions Team on 01422 399399 for queries or to request an application form. Application forms can also be downloaded from our website www.calderdale.ac.uk

How to Apply

Apply by fi rst contacting the College Admissions Team who will be able to advise you whether to apply direct to College or via UCAS.

11 Contact Admissions on 01422 399 399 or email: [email protected]

The Community Hub for Sport, Health and Fitnessinspire.calderdale.ac.uk

OUR FACILITIES INCLUDE... A fully equipped fitness suite with a range of technogym cardio vascular and resistance machines, plus a free weights area

3G synthetic football pitch Recently refurbished grass pitch which can be used for a range of sports and activities

Sprung floor dance studio Double sports hall, including a state-of-the-art climbing wall

The Inspire Team are a group of highly motivated individuals who are always on hand to give our students the best experience possible. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and will always support the sport and health needs of all who attend. Students can join the fitness suite for £30, which allows access across the whole academic year, or a Pay-As-You-Go option is available for £2.50 per session.

We also offer a diverse range of fitness classes which are available to all. Visit: www.inspire.calderdale.ac.uk for further details. inspireSFcentre inspirecentre2

Access Courses Our Access to HE Diploma Course is usually a one-year course designed for anyone aged 19 and over who doesn’t have the formal qualifications to get into Higher Education directly. It can prepare students who haven’t been in education for a while, helping them return to study in a supportive environment.

“The range of different skills I have learnt has provided excellent preparation for moving into Higher Education.”David Palmer Access to Higher Education Diploma Art & Design

You can study these courses on a full-time basis, and they often use flexible timetables to take into account family and work commitments. You’ll be supported in making an application to a Higher Education programme, including help with searching for the right course at college or university. You can also get help with accessing funding or grants from LEA or appropriate bodies, and even help completing the application form too.

Foundation Degrees Foundation Degrees are still relatively new qualifications, and they’re designed to meet the skills needs of today’s workplaces.

These degrees help build new links between universities, colleges and employers by combining the academic and vocational routes to higher-level qualifications. They also mix academic study with workplace learning.

Foundation Degrees offer great benefits to full and part-time students. For students already in employment, assessment is often built around the individual workplace setting, and this benefits the employee as well as the employer. These degrees have also helped bring more people into Higher Education from a wider mix of backgrounds.

A Foundation Degree is roughly equal to the first two years of a Bachelor’s Degree (or a Diploma in Higher Education) and is a Level 5 qualification. It’s possible to ‘Top-Up’ your Foundation Degree to a full Honours Degree by studying further, and you can often progress from a Foundation Degree to further professional qualifications.

Here at Calderdale College, we deliver Foundation Degrees in collaboration with our partner university.

Bachelor’s DegreesA Bachelor’s Degree is the traditional degree qualification in Higher Education you would get from a university. It is a Level 6 qualification and leads to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc). Depending on the subject you choose, it normally takes three or four years to complete full-time.

Qualifications


You can progress onto a one year BA top-up after successfully completing an FD or HND qualification. Because these are separate qualifications, this gives you the flexibility to move on to a different HE provider and complete your top-up there, should you want to. There is no obligation to continue on to the top-up year at the same provider where you completed your FD or HND. We regularly receive applications for our top-up courses from students who have completed their FD at a different college or university.

‘Honours’ Level covers degrees with titles such as Bachelor of Arts, BA (Hons), Bachelor of Science, BSc (Hons), or Bachelor of Engineering, BEng (Hons). These degrees are full university equivalent qualifications delivered at universities and colleges, and they’re known as a Level 6 qualification.

If you have ‘Hons’ after your BA, then you have completed a BA with ‘Honours’. Without the ‘Hons’ you have gained an ‘Ordinary’ BA. The difference between an Ordinary and an Honours Degree is simply credit points, with an Honours Degree studied in the UK usually providing 360 credit points and an Ordinary Degree equating to 300 credit points. Most Bachelor’s Degrees are Honours Degrees.

Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND)HNC and HND are more vocational courses provided by colleges and some universities. While Bachelor Degrees tend to focus on gaining knowledge, HNC and HND courses

are designed to give you the practical skills as well as the theoretical knowledge that a job might require. These qualifications are valued highly by employers in the UK and abroad, they can also count towards membership of professional bodies and other employer organisations. You can study for a HNC or HND in a wide range of subjects.

Calderdale College’s Higher National qualifications don’t just qualify you for work; many HNCs and HNDs can help you get directly onto a degree programme.

Course information For course information please call our Admissions Team: 01422 399399 Minicom: 01422 399398 or email: [email protected]

Level Qualification6 BA/BSC (Hons) Top-Up

5 HND

5 Apprenticeships

4 & 5 Foundation Degree

4 HNC

3 Access to HE

2 Pre Access


WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND...• Speak to the right people! Speak to our industry

experienced staff about our courses and find out about College life from our Student Champions. Student Finance and Advice and Guidance will be available to discuss funding and advise you on your future career path.

• Take a tour! Calderdale College delivers outstanding teaching, relevant work experience and high quality study support for all students. We have invested over £20 million on new learning facilities.

• Book your place! The best way to find out what we have on offer is to come and visit us. For more details and dates of our open evenings please visit: www.calderdale.ac.uk and register today.


OUR COLLEGE VALUES


IntegrityWe speak and act truthfully, admit our mistakes and honour our commitments

RespectWe value students and colleagues as individuals, celebrating and accommodating both differences and similarities and encouraging diversity, originality and innovation

FairnessWe treat students and colleagues fairly, provide opportunities for individual success, apply rules with equity and expect the same in return

OpennessWe share information, ideas and feelings; listen carefully, speak forthrightly, respect diverse views and participate productively in dialogue

EnjoymentWe take our learning and work seriously and ourselves lightly

High ExpectationsWe have high expectations of ourselves, our students, our colleagues, our partners and support each other to meet them

OUR COLLEGE VALUES


What did you do before studying for your PGCE?At present I am a Nursery Manager and regularly train my staff team in Early Years and various issues surrounding Early Years Care and Education. I have been out of education since completing my BA (Hons) and Early Years Professional Status in 2010. It has been a smooth transition coming back into learning because the course is structured well and the support has been great. I can see a difference in my staff team and myself and I am really enjoying it.

Why did you choose Calderdale College?I chose Calderdale College because the course was recommended to me and the location was convenient.

What do you think of your course?I am studying the course part-time, one evening a week. I look forward to coming to College on a Tuesday, even after a day at work. I have enjoyed all the modules studied so far; everything is relevant and I have particularly enjoyed working with a mixed group of students, even though initially this was something I was nervous about. It makes the course more interesting and different people’s specialisms can bring different angles and perspectives to what we are learning in each session.

Name: Donna Milward

Age: 33

From: Halifax

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Course: Professional Graduate Certifi cate in Education

What Our Students Say…


The workload isn’t too demanding if you organise your time well and the support I have received both with personal issues and College work has been excellent. I thoroughly enjoy the course and everything I am learning lends itself to my current profession, as well as making me feel I am developing and gaining qualifications for my future.

What skills have you gained?Throughout the first year of the course I have developed the ability to reflect on my own skills and practice. This has helped me improve the way I train my team at work. I have also been strengthening my English and mathematics, as these are skills I have not actively used since last being in education.

All these things are massive confidence builders and I can see a positive difference already in the way I do things, through my students and in myself. When doing assignments and teaching practice I have unconsciously developed my ICT skills and built a better understanding of the expected teaching standards I am aiming to achieve. The course lends itself to whatever you are already doing and builds and develops it in the directions you wish to take it.

I can see each students’ experience is tailored to their needs really well to build and develop their desired skills easily and effectively. It has definitely made me feel more professional and able to celebrate my strengths and build on my weaknesses.

“It has been a smooth transition coming back into learning because the course is structured well and the support in all aspects has been great.”

What do you think of your tutors?My tutors are brilliant; they are really supportive, approachable and friendly. They have a fresh approach to teaching, with lots of new ideas that are really inspiring. They have taught me leadership skills and I aim to take on their approach to teaching.



Why did you choose Calderdale College?I thought it would benefi t me more than sixth form, I wanted to be a bit more independent. I was looking all over the place and someone recommended Calderdale as being a really good College with good courses. I came to the open day and really enjoyed it, and the tutors were nice. I said to them straight away that ‘I’ve got to come here’, so I came back for an interview with all of my coursework and I was given a place. I started out on a Level 3 BTEC and now I’m on the HND course. I decided to stay on to do my HND course as I felt comfortable at the College and with my tutors, I’d also made quite a few friends.

What do you like about College?The facilities here are really good, the Sports Centre, the Gym and the help provided by Student Services.

What do you think of your tutors?The tutors are pretty amazing, they have given me a lot more confi dence and they are always there if you need any help and offer advice.

Name: Josh Jaikens

Age: 18

From: Halifax

Course: HND Art & Design



What does your qualifi cation mean to you?My qualifi cation is really important. I enjoy art and it’s great to do something you enjoy and after this I am hoping to go to university to do a top-up degree. I want to specialise in Graphic Design or Illustration.

What’s your ultimate goal? I would like to produce art for a living and I would like to do a few exhibitions, have some good feedback and maybe sell a few pieces. That would be my ultimate goal.

How would you sum up the College in three words? Exciting, confi dence building and encouraging.

Would you recommend Calderdale College to students thinking of doing your course and why?Yes I would, they have really good facilities. The College has everything you need, the tutors are really nice and friendly and will help you with anything you need. You can do all sorts here, you’ve got a lot of freedom, you’ll gain confi dence and become more independent.



Name: Kelsey Cheesbrough

Age: 23

From: Greetland

Course: HNC Business

Why did you choose your course?I’ve been working for my dad’s company since I was 18 and I got my A Levels, then I decided a few years ago that I needed to get something under my belt and not rely on that all of the time. I had a look online and saw that Calderdale College did this course and I applied for it, got it and just cracked on with it really.

Why did you choose Calderdale College?Because they offered the right course and the times and the qualifi cation was appropriate and I thought it would probably pay off in the long run if I went for the course.

What has been your best moment at Calderdale College?Probably graduating.

What do you think of your tutors?I really like them. My tutor was really nice and helpful all the way through.

How would you sum up the College in three words?Encouraging, supportive and friendly.

What’s your ultimate goal?After you’ve done a course you kind of get a bit addicted to learning. The reason behind it was for me to get more information to be able to use in my job and I have had a promotion off the back of it and I’m now on the road, which is where I wanted to be, so I have achieved that. I think probably in the next fi ve years I might end up doing something else but I’m not sure yet.

Would you recommend Calderdale College and if so why?Yes, defi nitely because it’s not a full-time commitment, you can still have a full-time job. It’s a lot of work involved, but it pays off in the long run.



Name: Luke Beevers

Age: 22

From: Cleckheaton

Course: Acting Performance Foundation Degree

What do you think about Calderdale College?I think it’s great, I had a hard time at sixth form and decided to come to Calderdale College and it’s been amazing.

What do you think of your tutors?My tutors are great they are like real people, not like teachers, they are more like colleagues.

What does this qualifi cation mean to you?This is the next step on my road to becoming a professional actor and all my hard work has paid off.

What’s your next step?I have just started my Performance Arts BA (Honours) Top-Up Degree and hope to get that fi nished, then hopefully pursue professional acting.

Would you recommend Calderdale College and if so why?I would and have recommended Calderdale College because the people are so approachable and kind. The tutors on my course are ex-professionals and know exactly what the industry is looking for.



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ACCESS TO HIGHEREDUCATION

Our Access to HE Diploma courses are perfect if you’re over 19 and don’t have the formal qualifications to get into Higher Education. The courses prepare you for entering the world of education, or re-entering it if you’ve studied many years ago. You’ll pick up essential basic ‘study skills’ and background knowledge in your chosen subject, as well as being offered practical and emotional support like help with applications and funding requests. Our Access courses involve an exciting mix of classroom study, group tutorials and sometimes work placements.

Access to HE Art & Design: Modules teach everything from Ideas Realisation and Media & Materials Development through to Research, Presentation and Academic Writing Skills.

Access to HE Business: Gives you the chance to develop basic study skills as well as the opportunity to complete modules in specialisms including Marketing, Human Resources, Business Management and Business Law.

Access to HE Computing: Includes key topics such as Programming Principles, Network Security, Web Page Design, Database Software and IT Systems, combined with key academic skills for progression to HE.

You’re never too late for Higher Education, and our Access courses make it easier and more enjoyable than ever.


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Art & Design Business and Management

Health Professionals Social Sciences & Social Care

Emerging TechnologiesComputing New for 2016 New for 2016

Skills for Employment and Study in Health Sciences L2 New for 2016

Music New for 2016

Access to HE Emerging Technologies: Includes industry specific subjects such as 3D Graphical Visualisation and Mobile App Development alongside stimulating your innovative enterprising spirit within this exciting new field.

Access to HE Health Professionals: A superb introduction to key clinical areas like Principles of Care, Human Growth & Development and Infection and Immunity. It also covers all the key generic skills you need for studying successfully.

Access to HE Music: Will teach the techniques and theory to prepare you for study in HE, including Music Theory & Literacy, Digital Audio, Creative Practice coupled with Enterprise in the Arts.

Access to HE Social Sciences & Social Care: Covers areas like Research, IT, Academic Writing and Reflective Practice Skills, together with a range of subject-specific modules like Social Psychology & Welfare, all designed to help you study further.

Certificate in Skills for Employment and Study in Health Sciences L2: Designed to build academic skills and abilities and includes modules such as Introduction to Health Studies, Human Biology, Professional Skills in Health Care, Health Promotion, Social Psychology and Nutritional Science.

Progression RoutesOn completion of these courses you will be able to continue onto a higher qualification or degree at Calderdale College or another provider.


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HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP

This fascinating course has been carefully designed to help you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding for successful leadership and management practice within health, social care and children and young people’s services. Worth a total of 90 credits and also available as a stand-alone diploma, the qualification is a required component for anyone registered on the Higher Apprenticeship in Care Leadership and Management.

Typically, the course suits those aiming to become managers of adult residential or domiciliary services and people in advanced practice, with the following qualification pathways available:

• Children and Young People’s Residential Management (a stand-alone qualification)

• Adults’ Residential Management

• Adults’ Management

• Adults’ Advanced Practice

Our course can be delivered either at College or in the workplace, and a varied mix of workplace learning and assessment methods helps keep things interesting and relevant. This includes everything from professional discussions, reflective accounts and personal observations through to assignments, case studies, expert witness testimonies and research projects.

Join the leading course in your journey towards Leadership in Health and Social Care.


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Leadership for Health and Social Care, Children and Young People, Level 5

Employers can benefit tooAs part of our strategy to develop higher technical and professional skills in direct response to local demand, we’re looking for employers interested in reaping the rewards of offering a Higher Apprenticeship. To learn how your organisation or business could benefit from joining this scheme, contact us on: 01422 399325

Progression RoutesThis two year qualification gives you the opportunity to build both your managerial and care skills, allowing you to help more people. It also fulfils the regulatory requirement (CQC) for those looking to become managers of adult residential, domiciliary services and children’s services.

“My course will help me to progress further in the company I work for. I am currently a Deputy Manager and have been told once I qualify I can be promoted to Project Manager.”Hayley Shaw Level 5 Leadership in Health and Social Care


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ACTING PERFORMANCE

If acting is your passion, Calderdale College is a great place to turn it into a rewarding and successful career as well.

Our popular Foundation Degree is a performance-based course combining skills development, industry insight and personal growth to give you a uniquely firm foundation on which to build your career in acting. Exciting modules include Contemporary Theatre, Theatre in the Community and Acting for Recorded Media, as well as modules designed specifically to boost your job prospects.

Our BA Top-Up Degree helps you extend your knowledge and skills and also specialise in your areas of particular interest, like acting,

directing, dance or choreography. You’ll be supported in your efforts to make useful links with the industry and its people, and our Personal Development and Planning module will give you the additional skills and confidence you need to achieve your career goals.

The department has many links and partnerships with organisations like Northern Broadsides, Northern Lights Actors Management and Red Productions – makers of Happy Valley. A varied programme of external trips includes places and events like London, the Edinburgh Festival and the National Student Drama Festival, while our guest speakers represent shows like Coronation Street, Waterloo Road and Shameless.

We’ve got the courses you need for wowing employers as well as audiences.


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Acting Performance Foundation Degree

Performance Arts BA (Hons) Top-Up


Progression RoutesSuccessful students on the Foundation Degree have the opportunity to progress on to a top-up programme to achieve a full acting or related performance BA (Hons) Degree.

These courses will equip you for a career in the performing arts industry and prepares you for a variety of opportunities including, community theatre work and live or recorded media work.

“My time at Calderdale College has been fun, I would and have recommended Calderdale College because the people are so approachable and kind. The tutors on my course are ex-professionals and know exactly what the industry is looking for.”Luke Beevers Acting Performance Foundation Degree

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ART & DESIGN

Our HND in Art & Design is a brilliant qualification for pursuing a career in graphic arts; a booming creative sector with great scope for freelancing, starting your own business or joining an established team. The course helps you explore and develop your creative, critical and reflective skills as well as identify work opportunities.

Content includes practical workshops and theory sessions, and you’ll take part in critiques, lectures and exhibitions along with specialist workshops delivered by visiting practitioners. Optional units let you tailor the course to your specialist interests, and you’ll have the chance to create an effective portfolio.

Away from our campus, each year we visit various famous galleries like Tate Liverpool, Manchester’s Whitworth Gallery, the Hepworth Gallery and Yorkshire Sculpture Park, together with events like Clothes Show Live. You’ll also get to work on exciting real-world design projects with local creative organisations, and learn from respected guest speakers sharing invaluable tips on getting ahead.

The Foundation Degree in Art & Design is for budding creative practitioners who want to learn more and extend their skills in preparation for further study or employment. This course is for students who have successfully completed a Level 3 qualification

An Art & Design course perfectly designed for getting ahead in the creative industries.


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Art & Design HND

Art & Design Foundation Degree New for 2017

Art & Design BA (Hons) Top-Up New for 2016

in Art & Design, or related subject, who want to develop their interest and skills.

The BA (Hons) Art & Design Top-Up is for creative practitioners who want to develop their practice and gain valuable employability skills. The College works in partnership with local creative organisations and employers to develop a course based on projects and live briefs which will develop your ability to work as a creative practitioner in your chosen specialism.

Progression RoutesStudents completing the HND or Foundation Degree can progress on to a Top-Up pro-gramme to achieve a full Honours Degree. The career paths within the creative industries that you can progress into are vast and include fashion, textiles and graphic design.

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“I chose to do the HND in Art and Design to develop my knowledge, skills and techniques and to achieve a higher qualification that could lead into employment or into further studies. The course has allowed me to develop my own specialism and work individually on selected themes and techniques.”Awais Saleem HND Art & Design

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BUSINESS

Our Business HNC and HND are fantastic for anyone hoping to gain a firm grounding in applied business; an area with virtually limitless career potential. As part of this exciting overview, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to perform at your best, helping your day-to-day success at work as well as your long-term career prospects. These qualifications are widely recognised and highly respected, and that means they are also an ideal stepping stone if you’d like to progress to a full Honours Degree.

Modules of study include all the specialisms essential for any commercial workplace, with topics like Marketing, Project Management,

Events Management and Business Strategy. Our course is student-focused so there’s even the chance to shape its content around the specific needs of a particular group of students.

The Foundation Degree in Business Management is for existing managers of small businesses or those who are thinking of setting up a new small business and want to develop their knowledge and skills further. It is also for students who have successfully completed a Level 3 in Business, or a related subject, who want to develop their knowledge and skills in order to prepare for business management.

For getting ahead in a commercial environment our courses really are the business.


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E-Business, Sales and Marketing Management HNC/HND

Business Management (Hons) Top-Up

Business Management Foundation Degree New for 2017

New for 2017


“It is hard work, but you learn so much and it is so rewarding.”Tracey Lockwood HNC Business

The BA (Hons) Business Management Top-Up will build on the knowledge and skills gained at Level 5 giving students the opportunity to complete a business-based extended project, alongside reflective practice modules and personal development planning. This qualification will prepare graduates to be capable and rounded business leaders.

Progression RoutesSuccessful students will have the option to go on to further study at a higher level. On completion of this course you will be qualified to take up a variety of posts in administration, business and management or self-employment.

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EARLY YEARS

New legislation means new opportunities for those with Early Years qualifications. From social work and primary teaching to counselling for children, our courses open doors to an exciting range of careers as fascinating as they are rewarding. What’s more, you’ll learn from highly relevant and up-to-date subject modules that prepare you for the real world of work, as well as gaining the confidence and interpersonal skills you need for career success.

Our Foundation Degree is highly prized by employers and supports development, personal reflection and critical thinking right across the Early Years sector. Our link with

North Edinburgh Childcare helps inspire students with examples of best practice, as does our Early Years Conference with guest speakers including respected specialists and researchers.

Meanwhile, on our BA Top-Up you’ll develop the additional skills to mentor colleagues, lead practice across the Early Years Foundation stage and raise standards in multi-agency settings. Students will also take part in our conference, as well as sector specific exhibitions and shows like Kidz Up North and The Autism Show. The Top-Up is a great way to enter primary teaching when followed by a PGCE Primary programme.

Two great courses to help grow your career with young people.


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Early Years Foundation Degree

Early Years BA (Hons) Top-Up


Progression RoutesSuccessful completion of these courses could lead to roles within nurseries, pre-schools and children’s centres.

These courses are also a recognised progression route into Primary and Early Years Teaching, as an Early Years Practitioner or a Nursery Manager. Upon successful completion you may also consider pursuing further study, including a PGCE or other professional masters programmes.

“The course is an inspiration to me and my future.”Sarah Dwyer Foundation Degree Early Years

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ENGINEERING

Technical Engineers are in short supply both here in the UK and overseas, which makes it a great career choice right now, especially if the chance to work abroad appeals to you. Rapid developments in technologies like 3D printing also make this a particularly exciting and dynamic area of work.

Our HNC and HND courses give you the knowledge and skills you need for finding your first job or moving to a more senior role if you’re already working. As well as technical specialisms like electrical and mechanical engineering, both courses also cover the essential basics every employer looks for, with subjects like Engineering Design, Systems Understanding and Engineering Processes.

You’ll explore up-to-the-minute issues like the future of manufacturing and the impact of the internet, and our forward-looking Business Improvement module is perfect for HND students while you develop your research project and complete your work placement.

We’ll help you join a dynamic sector that’s really in demand.


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Engineering HNC/HND New for 2016

These courses involve time in the classroom as well as in the workshop/laboratory, and you’ll get the chance to develop your own particular interests through research and workplace projects. We also run a fascinating and varied programme of visiting speakers – perfect for acquiring ‘inside knowledge’ direct from industry experts.

Progression RoutesStudents who pass these widely recognised courses enjoy exciting options, from studying for a degree right through to securing roles with employers representing a wide range of engineering disciplines.

Your route to successAIM HIGH!HE & PROFESSIONAL COURSES


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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Our Health & Social Care and Mental Health in the Community courses prepare you properly for today’s job market, opening up a wide range of rewarding careers or promotions. Guest speakers, external visits and work placements add interest and relevance to every course.

The HNC and HND Health & Social Care courses are a perfect stepping stone. As well as furthering your overall understanding of the wider sector, you’ll pick up crucial skills and qualities demanded by today’s employers.

The Mental Health in the Community Certificate is mainly if you currently work with adults between the ages of 18 to 65 years who have mental health problems - perhaps in residential care, drop-in services or home and community support.

It is also suitable if you’re a volunteer, service user or carer working to improve mental health services, or if you work outside the mental health field but come into contact with people with mental health problems as part of your job.

Get your career in great shape with our Health, Wellbeing and Social Care courses.


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Health & Social Care HNC/HND

Mental Health in the Community Level 3 New for 2016

“I thought it would be a better place to learn, rather than university, as I imagined it would be smaller groups and it would be more personal rather than being in a lecture hall full of 100 people you’re not going to talk to.” Kerry Haigh HNC Health & Social Care

Progression RoutesThese courses are designed to allow you to develop your understanding of the key concepts and practical skills required within health and social care. These courses are recognised by employers and Higher Education Institutions offering a number of options for progression both in the workplace and onto second year foundation degree programmes.



PUBLIC SERVICES

This is a huge sector with many rewarding careers, and all our courses focus on preparing you for work, whether that’s securing your first job or winning your next promotion. Our HNC students gain the skills and qualifications they need for further study or joining the uniformed services.

On our HND course you’ll gain additional background knowledge, together with a deeper understanding in your chosen field and opportunities to apply your learning in work-based contexts. The courses mandatory modules include, Public Sector Finance and a research project, while optional topics include Criminal Law and Public Service Activity Management.

Every student is offered ‘public order’ training with West Yorkshire Police, as well as opportunities to visit HMP Wakefield Prison, attend industry roadshows, meet the emergency services and make a cultural visit to Ypres in Belgium. Our guest speakers represent the Armed Services, Probation and Prison Services, and HM Coastguard and Customs Services, and we even offer a special Police Certificate for students aiming to join up.

The Foundation Degree in Public Services is for those seeking employment or those already in employment within the public services who need to develop the knowledge and skills required to meet the demand placed on the workforce. This course will prepare those

Essential courses for joining the uniformed Public Services, rising up its ranks or studying further.

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Public Services HNC/HND

Public Services Management Foundation Degree New for 2017

Public Services Management BA (Hons) Top-Up New for 2017

looking for a career or further study in the field to understand the associated management systems and performance indicators, while gaining and applying knowledge of the underpinning theoretical perspectives.

The BA (Hons) Public Services Top-Up course has been developed with key public services operators and employers and will prepare graduates for further study or employment in this diverse sector.

Progression RoutesUpon successful completion of the HNC, students can progress on to the HND. Students who complete this can top-up to a full Honours Degree. Alternatively on completion of these courses you could go on to work in a wide range of careers within public services, including uniformed services.

“When joining the course I was nervous and scared. However, with all the support I have received I have learnt to start to believe in myself. This is the best thing I have ever done; it’s challenging, but worth every penny.”Regina Pearson HNC Public Services

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SOUND & MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

Whether you’re already working or looking for your first big break, we’ve got the courses you need for taking the next step. Better still, our course content teaches both the theoretical and technical skills behind music and production; a benefit most other courses don’t offer, and one that employers value highly.

With modules like Audio Production and Music Theory, our Foundation Degree provides a superb introduction to working in the music and media industries. These are rapidly evolving sectors we can prepare you for, and you’ll cover the theory, skills and technologies of composition and production, leaving you ready for studying more or starting work.

Our BA (Hons) course ‘tops up’ the Foundation Degree, enabling you to pursue a specialism, build on your skills and create a job-winning portfolio to showcase your talents. Modules include Music Enterprise and Game Audio right through to Contemporary Composition and Post-production.

Both courses give you priceless hands-on experience of contributing to projects like gigs and shows, or working for a record label or radio station. We also have fascinating guest speakers including artists, producers and A&R people, all ready to share their tips on getting ahead in music.

For a career in sound engineering or music technology, our courses hit all the right notes.


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Sound & Music Technology Foundation Degree

Sound & Music Technology BA (Hons) Top-Up

Progression RoutesSuccessful students on the Foundation Degree, have the opportunity to progress on to a top-up programme to achieve a full BA (Hons) Top-Up in Sound and Music Technology or related degree.

There will be opportunities for employment in a variety of roles such as a Sound Engineer, Mix Engineer, Sound Designer and Studio Technician.

“Studying this course has given me the chance to broaden my musical knowledge and skills as well as consider a career doing something that I love.”Andrew Griffiths Foundation Degree Sound & Music Technology


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SPORT

Our course in Sport (Coaching and Sports Development) gives you the chance to turn your passion into a living, or move further up the career ladder if you’re already on it. The HNC provides a great foundation in the applied skills relevant to a wide range of rewarding careers in sports, physical activity and health.

Work-based assignments help keep the courses relevant to the world of employment, and you’ll also get the chance to develop and apply your skills by supporting Calderdale College’s Centres of Excellence in rugby and football. Modules are exciting, essential and always up-to-date, and they cover areas

including Sports Coaching, Training & Fitness for Sport, The Sport & Leisure Industry, and Nutrition for Sport & Exercise. Our links with clubs, organisations and governing bodies help ensure each modules content covers the subjects employers are really looking for. For even more added value in the job market, we also integrate our courses with governing body qualifications whenever we can.

Our £14m Inspire Sports & Fitness Centre has all the fantastic facilities you need for success, and a programme of external club trips and visiting speakers helps round off an exciting course designed with career progression firmly in mind.

If a career in sport is your goal, we’ve got the course to help you score.


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Sports (Coaching and Sports Development) HNC


Progression RoutesStudents completing the HNC can progress on to further study to achieve a full Honours Degree in a related field.

This course will prepare you for a career in a number of sport related roles such as a Sports Coach, Fitness Instructor, Sports Development Officer and more.

“The equipment is probably the best compared to any college around here, so that’s why I came here. The best thing about my course are the tutors, they are really friendly, nice to speak to and give you lots of advice.” Kashif Akmal HNC Sport

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TEACHER EDUCATIONEnglish for Literacy/ESOL Teaching Level 3

Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching Level 3

The Award in English for Literacy/ESOL Teaching is designed as a ‘bridging qualification’ for those who wish to progress to subject specific literacy and ESOL teacher education programmes, such as the Certificate/Diploma in Education and Training with Literacy; the equivalent Award in maths is designed for those who wish to progress to subject specific mathematics teacher education programmes. For those already working as a teacher or trainer with young people or adults in the Post-Compulsory Education and Training sector, we offer the Certificate in Education and PGCE through the University

of Huddersfield, including a Postgraduate Certificate with two Masters level modules.

Underpinned by our ASPIRE ethos, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to be a teacher who’s ambitious, student-focused, reflective and an excellent all-round practitioner. You’ll learn key practical skills like classroom management and assessment, and explore theories and strategies to help you work even more successfully. The BA (Hons) Education and Professional Development course is aimed at the professional development needs of teachers and trainers working in Further, Higher, Adult

Fulfil your career potential in a profession that’s fun, fascinating and famously rewarding.


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Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Certificate/Diploma in Education and Training with Literacy New for 2016

BA (Hons) Education & Professional Development New for 2016

Certificate in Education (Cert Ed)

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) New for 2017

and Secondary Education and those in related areas such as health, careers, uniformed services and private training organisations. You do not need to be in a teaching role in order to undertake this qualification. Access to facilities at Calderdale College and Huddersfield University puts a wealth of relevant and up-to-date resources at your disposal.

Progression RoutesSuccess on the PGCE/Cert Ed is the recognised pathway to gaining Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status through the Society for Education and Training (SET), and all these qualifications include nationally recognised professional standards in teaching practice. The Cert Ed also provides a pathway to the BA.


“I look forward to coming to College on a Tuesday, even after a day at work. I thoroughly enjoy the course and everything I am learning lends itself to my current profession, as well as making me feel I am developing and gaining qualifications for my future.”Donna Milward PGCE

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TEACHER EDUCATIONTRAINING

If you train or assess people – either in a workplace, training or educational context – then we’ve got the courses you need for perfecting your practice and gaining the recognition you deserve.

Whether your work is paid or unpaid, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to carry it out more effectively and the confidence to think about stretching your potential by taking on more responsibility.

The Assessor Awards and Certificate offers three different courses to cater for those who routinely assess students in a workplace, training context or both, this qualification is a

useful stepping stone towards a Level 4, 5 or 6 teaching qualification, or the Level 4 Internal Quality Assurers qualification.

On the Award in Education and Training Level 3 course you’ll achieve a nationally recognised award and a great introduction into teaching in the further education and skills sector.

The Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment, Processes and Practice course is ideal for anyone who is – or will be – internally verifying assessment decisions, this widely respected qualification is useful for quality assurance roles, and particularly for anyone verifying NVQs.

We’re training the trainers, with up-to-date courses, giving you the qualifications and confidence to teach and assess.


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The Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment, Process and Practice is designed to help you develop a range of skills and knowledge and intended for those who are part of the internal quality assurance processes and those who have a team of internal quality assurance staff.

Progression RoutesThese courses seek to prepare you for a professional teaching role as a lecturer in a further education college. These courses are a good introduction for those wanting to progress onto a PGCE/Cert Ed.

Award in Education and Training Level 3

Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment, Processes and Practice

Lead Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment and Practice

Assessor Award and Certificate

“Since enrolling on the course I have become far more confident in my ability as an assessor. The teaching on the course is lively, engaging, fascinating and fun and I would highly recommend the course to any teacher, tutor or trainer.”Lee Bullman Assessor Award


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Professional CoursesACCOUNTANCY

Accountancy and Bookkeeping qualifications open doors into almost every type of business and organisation, or you could manage your own books if you own a small business or even offer your skills on a freelance basis. Whatever your goal, our courses suit a wide range of needs, interests and levels of previous experience.

Our AAT courses span Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 and give you the practical skills and internationally recognised qualifications to really progress your career. Depending on the level, you’ll either start with basics like double-entry bookkeeping, using IT and accounting environments, or you’ll develop existing skills to tackle more complex accounting challenges like taxation and credit control.

Taught within the context of being a sole trader, we offer two levels in Bookkeeping. Level 1 introduces you to bookkeeping’s key manual procedures, and if you’re already beyond the beginner stages, Level 2 will help you carry out more advanced tasks like preparing statements of account.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Sage courses provides specialist training in bookkeeping’s most commonly used computer software, giving you the skills and confidence you’ll need for succeeding in today’s complex automated workplaces. Again, course content depends on your chosen level, but either one of these up-to-date qualifications will significantly enhance your CV.

Whatever your level, we’ve got the number one course for working with numbers.


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Bookkeeping Level 1 and 2

SAGE Computerised Accounts Level 1 and 2

AAT Cert in Accounting Level 2,3 and 4

AAT Cert in Accounting Level 1 New for 2016

Progression RoutesSuccessful students can progress onto the next level of their chosen course. On completion of these courses there will be opportunities for employment in a selection of roles including: Accounts Administrator, Bookkeeper, Purchase or Sales Ledger Clerk and Trainee Tax Assistant.

If you are already working in Accountancy, these courses will develop your professional progression and earning potential.

“I found the course really interesting, and the tutors are really invested in their students’ experiences at the College. I would highly recommend Calderdale College and its facilities to any prospective student.”Louisa Smithson Level 4 AAT, now Course Tutor


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Professional CoursesHUMAN RESOURCES

Designed for relative newcomers with some previous exposure to HR, our Level 3 and Level 5 HR Practice Certificates give you a fantastic grounding in the discipline’s processes and practices. They’ll also help you understand what it takes to be an effective practitioner in the setting of your choice, giving you the confidence and people skills to succeed.

Career progression is a key theme throughout, and you’ll benefit from the chance to share your experiences with other professionals through tutorials, workshops and external visits to tribunals at Leeds Tribunal offices. Both our courses are validated by the highly respected Chartered Institute of Personnel and

Development, something employers look out for and another factor that makes them a crucial step in your long-term career journey.

Modules of study cover all the key areas you’ll need for perfecting your practice and strengthening your CV, including: Human Resource Management, Recording & Analysing Information, Performance & Reward Management, Recruitment & Selection and Learning & Development. You’ll get the chance to learn from visiting speakers already working in HR, and you’ll also enjoy one year’s membership of CIPD along with access to its website, annual student exhibition and local networking groups.

For a successful career in Human Resources, we’ll give you all the resources you need.


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CIPD Human Resources Practice Levels 3 and 5


“I chose the course as it supports me in my current role around recruitment and employment law, but eventually I want to establish a career in HR. The course is delivered in a flexible way that meets my needs and provides a great insight into HR.”Rizwan Anjum Level 3 CIPD

Progression RoutesSuccessful students on the Level 3 course can progress onto the Level 5. These courses will enable you to work in a variety of roles within Human Resources.

If you are already working in HR, these courses will develop your professional progression and earning potential.

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Professional CoursesLEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT

Delivered by experts and validated by the prestigious Institute of Leadership and Management, these courses thoroughly cover the theories and skills you need for carving out a successful career in middle management and beyond.

ILM Level 4 is aimed at new or aspiring middle managers and will help you understand your role, learn about business and develop skills and confidence for successful leadership. Specialist modules of study include, Finance, Marketing, Data Analysis and Motivating People, and you’ll also develop the personal awareness and interpersonal skills for more effective working.

Our Level 5 course consolidates and builds on existing middle management skills, preparing you for senior management. Key modules here include, Managing Stress & Conflict, Leading Innovation & Change and Effective Leadership. This qualification helps you benchmark your managerial skills, raise your own workplace profile and gain the knowledge and qualities you need for more strategic roles as well as day-to-day management.

Fascinating, relevant and right up-to-date, both courses use a variety of teaching and learning methods and can be tailored to meet the needs of you and your employer, perfect for career progression.

Tailor-made ILM courses to help you manage your way quickly up the management ladder.


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ILM Leadership and Management Level 4 and 5

Leadership and Management Modules New for 2016


You can undertake individual modules in Leadership and Management which are relevant for anyone working in Human Resources or Management.

Progression RoutesOn completion of the ILM Level 4, students can progress onto the ILM Level 5. These courses will help develop your career in management and help your professional progression and earning potential.

“The ILM delivered by Calderdale College offers flexibility with roll-on, roll-off start dates and is delivered during the evening, so it fits nicely around work. The tutor is really knowledgeable and it’s great working with students from different sectors.”Rob Rawlinson Level 5 ILM

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Professional CoursesMARKETING

This thriving profession offers an exciting range of career opportunities across both the public and private sectors. The CIM qualification is widely recognised by employers and institutions alike, and these up-to-the-minute courses give you the skills and expertise today’s employers demand.

The Foundation Certificate is perfect for anyone planning a move into marketing or already in a marketing support role; this qualification covers the two mandatory areas of Marketing Principles and Marketing Communications. You’ll learn about the role and function of marketing, the ‘marketing mix’, target audiences, communication methodologies and building a marketing plan.

The Certificate is aimed at junior marketers and anyone whose everyday job involves marketing-related tasks. Mandatory elements cover the role and function of marketing in more detail than the Foundation Certificate, and you’ll cover areas like customer behaviour, adapting the ‘marketing mix’ and integrated communications for internal and external audiences.

This qualification also gives you the choice of studying either Customer Experience or Digital Marketing – two key areas in marketing today. Customer Experience explores ways of delivering, monitoring and measuring a consistent and satisfying customer experience.

Get the skills and expertise you need for marketing, and the confidence you need for marketing yourself.


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CIM Foundation Certificate in Marketing New for 2016

CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing New for 2016

CIM Diploma in Professional Marketing New for 2016


Progression RoutesOn completion of the Foundation Certificate, students can progress onto the Certificate in Professional Marketing; from there students can then progress further to the Diploma in Professional Marketing. These courses will help you develop your career in marketing and will help your professional progression and potential earning.

Meanwhile, the Digital Marketing element looks at ways of applying practical knowledge and using digital marketing toolkits effectively.

The Diploma builds on practical skills and also brings a strategic perspective to those in more senior positions. A mandatory Strategic Marketing module covers planning, implementation, evaluation and effective resource management, while the mandatory Mastering Metrics introduces up-to-date marketing metrics and measurement techniques. Optional topics of study include Digital Strategy and Driving Innovation – crucial topics in today’s commercially competitive arena.

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The biggest county in England, Yorkshire is as diverse and exciting as it gets, not to mention friendly and beautiful. It’s a county with a world-famous identity, and a place with almost limitless opportunities to explore, have fun and enjoy the kind of adventures your student life should be full of. Little wonder that in 2014 Lonely Planet voted this county the third best place to visit in the whole world!

The greatest outdoorsWith the famously rugged Pennines , Yorkshire Dales and North Yorkshire Moors National Parks close by, this is every outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. From stunning beauty spots like Malham, Hardcastle Crags and the famous ‘Yorkshire Three Peaks’ to remote hills and dales, perfect for getting away from it all. Yorkshire is a great place for activities like hiking, biking, camping, photography and nature watching.

Charming towns and villages are another Yorkshire speciality. Living here gives you access to picturesque fishing villages hugging coastal cliffs, tiny hamlets unchanged in centuries and thriving spa and market towns perfect for

pottering around. There are beautiful beaches too, including family-friendly places like Sandsend as well as more secluded coves great for exploring.

Must-have shopping From city-centre retail giants and the latest high-street fashions to quirky independent boutiques in places like Hebden Bridge, there’s shopping for every style and budget. Leeds’ impressive Trinity Centre has more than 120 shops, bars and restaurants, while Meadowhall in Sheffield is the region’s most popular shopping destination and a fabulous choice for beauty products and spa services. Closer to home, Halifax has its very own Woolshops Shopping Centre with 40 stores and cafés.

The Piece Hall, is a Grade I Listed building conservation project creating a 21st century heritage visitor attraction, with cafés and restaurants, a wealth of independent specialist shops, and a select number of creative business premises. The 60,000 square foot courtyard, with its fantastic arcades and colonnades, offers a beautiful central meeting place for the town, and one of the most stunning outdoor event spaces in Britain. Don’t forget Yorkshire’s famous indoor and second-hand markets – great for grabbing a bargain or discovering something totally unique!

History and cultureHistory and culture are everywhere you look in Yorkshire, and much of it is free to enjoy. York is a world-class city almost uniquely rich in history, while the whole county offers the chance to visit

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castles, monuments and stately homes, or just soak up the heritage all around. If you like museums, you’ll love visiting our six national museums: Royal Armouries, National Coal Mining Museum, National Media Museum, National Railway Museum, Eureka! Children’s Museum and the National Fishing Heritage Museum.

If art and culture are more your thing, we’ve got the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the Hepworth Museum, or literature fans can visit the fascinating Brontë Parsonage in picturesque Haworth. There are also many independent galleries and arts festivals galore, covering everything from photography and textiles to comedy and burlesque.

The world on a plateWith a population as diverse as Yorkshire’s, you’d expect food to match. You won’t be disappointed. As well as the freshest fish and chips in places like Whitby, you’ll find some of the best international cafés, restaurants and takeaways in the UK, especially in Yorkshire’s urban areas. South Asian and Far Eastern food is particularly good here, and Bradford was the first UK destination to win ‘Curry Capital of Britain’ three times in a row!

There’s traditional English grub too, and Yorkshire puddings obviously don’t get any better than the ones our pubs serve. For something a little more sophisticated, Yorkshire is home to six Michelin starred restaurants – more than any other county in England.

Live it upYorkshire people love to go out, so visitors reap the rewards of a county full of lively pubs and clubs, world-class theatres like West Yorkshire Playhouse, and some impressive live music venues like the First Direct Arena in Leeds. In Halifax, the Victoria Theatre has a rich programme of events spanning everything from comedy and pantomime to ballet and live music. Near Halifax and around the county, small independent cinemas show art house and world films not screened at the region’s many mainstream cinemas.

Get your kicksSport and leisure is big here in Yorkshire, and whether you’re a spectator or a participant, you’ll be spoilt for choice. As well as plenty of football and rugby teams to follow or play for, there are thriving clubs for everything from athletics, swimming and cycling to golf and ping-pong!

The Yorkshire landscape is perfect for thrill seekers too, so climbers, kayakers, surfers and mountain bikers will definitely feel at home. There’s also go-karting or zip-lining, and Flamingo Land is the UK’s most visited zoo, complete with white-knuckle rides for those who dare. The county’s indoor options include Xscape at Castleford, a state-of-the-art complex with real snow ski slopes, an aerial assault course, 4D golf, laser games, 20-lane bowling and even Yorkshire’s first trampoline park.


Transforming your CollegeCalderdale College is currently undertaking a multi-million pound building programme to transform three floors of the main campus into state-of-the-art learning facilities.

Co-funded by the College and the Leeds City Region Local Enterprise Partnership, this exciting development,which will be completed in September 2016, will allow the College to deliver new courses to meet local skills and employment needs.

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G Floor: Will be transformed into a Digital Skills and Business Enterprise Centre to deliver new courses in Games Design, Video Editing, Visual Effects and Computer Sciences.

E Floor: Will become a new Health Industries Learning and Training Facility, offering Health & Social Care and Childcare courses and technical courses in Dentistry and Pharmacy.

B Floor: The final stage of the building programme will see the creation of a state-of-the-art Learning Resource Centre, housing the latest digital technology and print resources that are essential for learning and employability in the 21st century.

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Tuition FeesOur tuition fee for full-time Higher Education Awards is £5,990 for students starting their studies in September. For part-time Higher Education Awards, tuition fees for new students starting in 2016 are £2,750 - £3,950.

Student FinanceTo help with the cost of your studies, funding is available through www.gov.uk/student-finance

There are tuition fee loans available that are paid direct to the College to cover your course fees, and you don’t need to pay these back until you’re working and earning more than £21,000 per year. There’s also extra funding for help with disabilities, childcare costs and a Parents’ Learning Allowance of up to £1,573, none of which need to be paid back.

Maintenance Loans are available too, and these can be as much as £8,200 each year and can be repaid in small, manageable amounts once you’re earning over £21,000. Please note that these amounts are subject to individual circumstances and the exact figures will be confirmed by Student Finance following your application.

Don’t worry, you don’t need to have a confirmed place at the College to apply for this financial help, and we’re actually encouraging all students to apply online as early as possible to make sure you get the money you’re entitled to at the start of term. The deadline for submitting applications is

Money Matters

Finance is an important issue for everyone who studies at Higher Education level, whatever the course and wherever you go to learn. We’ve outlined some of the main costs here, along with some of the financial help you might be entitled to if you study here at Calderdale College.

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31st May for new students and 30th June for continuing students. You can apply after these dates of course, but there may be delays in getting your first payments in time for the start of the course. If you haven’t repaid the full amount after 30 years, the remainder of the loan will be written off.

Part-time students are now eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan, provided you are completing a minimum of 25% of the equivalent full-time course each year (we can advise you about this).

You can see an estimate of the amount of student finance you’ll be entitled to before you actually apply, by using the student finance calculator at: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

If you already have a degreeIf you already have a degree and want to study for another one, please contact Student Finance England on 0300 100 0607 to discuss your individual situation. It’s unlikely you’ll be eligible for any help from the Government for tuition fees or other costs, and you won’t qualify for a National Scholarship or any other college-funded schemes. In this situation, you can pay the fees in convenient instalments over the year once you’ve made an initial 20% payment at the time of enrolment.

Please refer to: www.direct.gov.uk/student-finance or contact the Advice and Guidance Team: 01422 399367 advice&[email protected]

If you live in Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland or the EU, please contact the Student Finance Company relating to where you live for funding guidance.

Sponsored StudentsIf your employer is paying the fees on your behalf, we’ll ask you for evidence of this on a yearly basis. If we don’t receive a letter that confirms authorisation from your employer, you’ll become liable for full payment of the fees.

Advanced Learning LoansAdvanced Learning Loans are Student Loans similar to higher education loans but for the further education sector. Advanced Learning Loans for those over 19 studying Levels 3-5, including QCF Certificate and Diplomas, Access to HE.

You can apply for a loan to meet the upfront costs of your qualification, which will be paid directly to the College on your behalf. If you don’t take out a loan, you’ll be expected to meet the course costs yourself.

Students who take out an Advanced Learning Loans for Access to HE courses, then continue to degree study and complete the degree course, will have the Advanced Learning Loan repayments waived. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans

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Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)It might be possible to receive financial support to cover any additional study-related costs you incur because of a disability. If you have a sensory or physical disability, a medical condition, a mental health difficulty or a specific learning disability (such as dyslexia or dyspraxia) you might qualify to apply for support. DSA is available to both new and existing students, full-time or part-time, and it has no age limit. For more information on this type of funding please refer to: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance or contact the Advice and Guidance Team on: 01422 399367 advice&[email protected]

Student Finance for existing studentsStudents who started their course before 1st September 2012 will continue to get the old student finance package for the remainder of their studies. Please refer to www.gov.uk and look for the Student Finance link or contact the Advice and Guidance Team on 01422 399367.

PLEASE NOTE: all fees and other information are current at the time of writing, but are subject to change by government policy or for unforeseen reasons at the College’s absolute discretion. The fee payable is the fee applicable at the date of enrolment. Please check with the College for the latest information before enrolment.

Useful contact information:Finance Team: 01422 399367 Advice and Guidance Team: 01422 399367 advice&[email protected] Student Finance England Tel: 0300 100 0607 or visit: www.gov.uk/studentfinance

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At Calderdale College our priority is always our students, and if you do decide to join us, that means you.So what does this mean on a practical level?

It means you’ll enjoy the support of a personal tutor who’ll help you develop your academic, professional and personal skills so you reach your full potential with us. As well as regular group tutorials, you’ll also see your tutor on a one-to-one basis, so there’s plenty of opportunity to address personal as well as educational needs. Our HE Student Services Team is also on hand to help with issues like fi nance, childcare, accommodation or even your personal relationships.

Inclusivity is something we’re big on here too, and that means we’re committed to widening participation and providing specialist support to students with disabilities or learning diffi culties. If this is something that affects you, just let us know and we’ll talk you through the many different ways we can help make your time at the College as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.

For students returning to Higher Education after a gap of a few years, our popular and award-winning Academic Skills Team (ASK) is available for drop-in sessions or pre-booked appointments.

The ASK team are here to help students like you get back into learning by developing your academic skills and confi dence, making the return to education less daunting while maximising your chance of great academic results. Whatever course you’re on, you’ll get help with its key relevant skills like referencing, academic writing and refl ective writing, helping you become a more independent and productive student.

In a nutshell, we offer all the advice and support you need in order to have a safe and successful experience at Calderdale College, no matter who you are or what course you choose.

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