Advance Achieve - East Kent College

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Creative Arts | 1
Advance
Achieve
Higher Education Prospectus 2014-15
Find out more at www.eastkent.ac.uk
Contents | 3
Contents
Contents
Contact us
Welcome .............................................................4
HNC General Engineering..........................40
Why choose East Kent College?..................5
HNC Beauty Therapy ................................... 43
For information about applying:
www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation
About Broadstairs .......................................... 10
VCTC Skin Blemish Removal Level 4 ...... 43
[email protected]
Welcome to Canterbury
Christ Church University ..............................12
HNC Hospitality Management..................44
General enquiries
About the College ..........................................15
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong
Learning Sector Level 4 (PTLLS) ................47
International Students ...................................16
Student Life .......................................................18
Care Leavers .....................................................19
Learning Facilities........................................... 20
Student Support ..............................................21
Careers Advice................................................ 22
Fees & Financial Support............................. 24
Accommodation............................................ 25
Progress to University................................... 26
HNC Business ................................................. 28
HNC Travel & Tourism Management...... 29
HNC Interactive Media..................................31
HNC Music Production ............................... 32
HNC Performing Arts NEW ........................ 33
HNC Applied Biology ....................................35
HNC Computing &
Systems Development ................................. 36
HNC Sport & Exercise Science NEW .......37
HNC Construction &
the Built Environment................................... 38
BA (Hons) Lifelong Learning.......................46
Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong
Learning Sector Level 4 (CTLLS)................47
Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong
Learning Sector level 5 (DTLLS) .................47
Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages Level 5 (TESOL).........................47
AAT Level 4.......................................................48
Entry Requirements ...................................... 49
How to Apply .................................................. 50
How to Find Us ................................................52
Terms & Conditions ...................................... 54
New courses available
in September 2014
Higher National Diploma in
Construction and the Built
Environment ..............................................39
Higher National Diploma in
General Engineering (Renewable
Technologies pathway) .......................... 41
01843 605040
+44 1843 605040 from outside the UK
[email protected]
Open Days
If you can, please come and visit us.
All our Open Days are held at our
main Broadstairs campus and are an
opportunity for you to view the facilities,
meet our teaching staff and seek advice
on everything you need to know about
starting a course, including careers
guidance and financial support.
We also welcome visitors throughout
the year and organise tours of the College
on request. If you would like to book a
tour, or have any questions about what
we have to offer, please contact us on
01843 605040 or pop in to speak to our
student services team. We will do all that
we can to help.
For more information visit the What’s On
page at: www.eastkent.ac.uk/whats_on
We very much look forward to
welcoming you to East Kent College.
4 | Welcome
Welcome to
East Kent College
Graham Razey
East Kent College is proud to offer local people
accessible skills-based Higher Education.
I am delighted that you are considering
studying at East Kent College. Our
prospectus sets out an exciting
opportunity for Higher Education which
is relevant to future careers and which will
enable you to go on to University.
Working in partnership with Canterbury
Christ Church University we have
developed a comprehensive range of
Higher Education courses in response
to local opportunities. Our courses have
proved popular with our first intake of
students because they offer an accessible
and high quality route into Higher
Education for many different kinds of
people in smaller friendly groups. East
Kent College is an ambitious environment
where we encourage enterprise and high
aspirations.
Our programmes suit students who might
need a flexible programme which allows
them to study part-time and carry on
working. Our Higher National Certificates
are also ideal for students who might
be seeking an alternative to traditional
university entrance.
However, I believe that the appeal for
many is simply that Higher National
Certificates are a highly respected
qualification in their own right which
open the door to many employment
opportunities, and which also offer the
option to go on to the second year of a
university course. An added attraction
is that most of our Higher National
Certificate courses feature a visit abroad
to give your studies an international
perspective.
Whatever your reasons for studying with
us I can assure you that there is lifelong
value and great personal satisfaction in
completing a Higher National Certificate.
I encourage you to pursue your ambition
towards achieving a higher education
and can assure you that the College will
support you in every way to build your
confidence and ensure your success.
We look forward to welcoming you as
you continue on your learning journey.
Graham Razey
Principal
Why choose East Kent College? | 5
Why Choose
East Kent College?
East Kent College has drive and determination to enable you to
succeed in your studies with high ambition for your future success.
The College has an innovative partnership
with the local university, Canterbury Christ
Church University, with courses designed
to support and encourage you in your
studies. As a Higher Education student at
East Kent College you will benefit from:
New courses this year are
subject to validation
• Excellent teaching of your subject;
Canterbury Christ Church University
and East Kent College are working
in close partnership to develop this
exciting range of Higher Education
courses in preparation for September
2014.
• A
ccess to high-quality learning
resources at both the College and
University;
Formal approval of the new HNC’s
and HND’s is expected to take place
during 2013-14.
• O
utstanding levels of personalised
student support;
For an update on course approval
visit the College website –
• A
n exciting range of accessible careerrelevant Higher Education courses;
• A
n engaging mix of social and
sporting events;
Connect with us
www.facebook.com/eastkentcollege
www.twitter.com/eastkentcollege
All at an attractive coastal location in
Broadstairs, Kent.
A Broad Range
of Opportunities
A broad range of opportunities | 7
A broad range of opportunities
for university-level study at
East Kent College.
Why should I study a Higher
National Certificate (HNC)?
The HNC is a year-long career-relevant
qualification recognised by employers,
which will develop professional knowledge
and skills. The HNC is equivalent to the
first year of an undergraduate degree, so
after completion you can progress to the
second year of a degree in a related area
of study.
Higher-level professional training
If you are an employer with an interest in
developing the skills and knowledge of
your workforce then contact East Kent
College’s Partnerships Division, our workbased learning team. Whether the solution
is a nationally accredited qualification, a
development programme designed to
meet business needs, or consultancy,
they can help.
In addition to the courses offered in
partnership with Canterbury Christ
Church University, East Kent College
also offers a range of higher level
training and Apprenticeships (Levels
4 and 5) in areas such as Accounting,
Business Administration, Customer
Service, Management, Health and Social
Care, Learning and Development, and
Business Improvement Techniques.
Higher Level Apprenticeships
The College has a number of Higher
Level Apprenticeships at Level 4 and
5, which are a great progression step
for learners currently studying on Level
3 vocational qualifications, Advanced
Apprenticeships or A-Levels, who would
like to progress further, or are seeking
career development.
• Higher Apprenticeship in Leadership
and Management
• Higher Apprenticeship in Leadership
and Adult Social Care
• Higher Apprenticeship in Business
and Administration
Higher Apprenticeship in
Business and Administration
Access to Higher Education
(HE) Diplomas
Access to HE Diploma courses are
designed for people who would like
to study at university but left school
without the usual qualifications, such
as A-levels. You will complete units in
relevant areas, and learn the skills needed
to be a successful student, ensuring
you’re thoroughly equipped for university.
For each unit completed, you’ll earn
credits to build towards the 60 credits
required for the Diploma. The College
offers a number of one-year Access
to HE Diplomas in Creative Arts,
Business, Teacher Training and Science.
Visit www.eastkent.ac.uk or pick
up a copy of the College’s Further
Education prospectus.
For more information on Higher Level
Apprenticeships, and to apply call the
College on 01843 821580, or email
[email protected]. The College
is dedicated to providing a flexible
and high-quality training service
for employers. For enquiries and
information about the courses email
[email protected] or call
+44 (0)1843 821580.
8 | A broad range of opportunities
Diploma in Teaching in the
Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS)
and Preparing to Teach in the
Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
Since September 2007, Preparing to Teach
in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
has been required as the first stage of
pre-service or in-service training for
those entering post compulsory teaching.
PTLLS is suitable for individuals with or
without experience, who are interested in
developing a career in teaching or training
adults. Content includes an exploration
of the professional role together with
practical planning and delivering teaching
and learning sessions using a range of
methods and resources. An emphasis is
placed on supporting inclusive learning
in the trainee teacher’s setting. For
those seeking a shorter introduction to
the teaching role or a train the trainer
opportunity, PTLLS is also delivered as a
separate part time course over 16 weeks.
The Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong
Learning Sector (CTLLS) builds on the
PTLLS and completes requirements for
those undertaking a limited teaching role.
CTLLS explores practical and theoretical
aspects of teaching and learning. Content
includes planning assessment for learning,
learning theory and communication in
teaching and learning.
The Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong
Learning Sector (DTLLS), previously
Certificate in Education, is a part-time
course validated by Canterbury Christ
Church University. It is designed to meet
the training and development needs
of teachers in further and/or adult and
community education and trainers in
the public and private sector, as well
as those working with 14-19 year olds
in vocational settings. On successful
completion, students will be able to
practice in the lifelong learning sector
in a full teaching role provided they are
qualified/experienced in the subject that
they intend to teach. The course aims
to foster a critical awareness of the roles
and responsibilities of the professional,
providing participants with a broad
understanding of teaching and learning
with a strong emphasis on professional
reflection for individual development.
Year one of the Diploma includes the
achievement of credits equivalent to the
PTLLS and CTLLS award.
The part-time, 16 week PTLLS course
is available to applicants who are not
currently working in a teaching role.
Applicants for DTLLS will require evidence
of study and achievement at Level 3 plus
access to 40 hours of teaching (voluntary
or employed) in a post compulsory setting
for year one and 60 hours in year two. For
more information on these courses, and
details on how to apply see page 47.
Qualified Teacher Status
Learning and Skills (QTLS)
The PTLLS, CTLLS and DTLLS
qualifications do not automatically
confer qualified teacher status. From
September 2007 new and unqualified
teachers, trainers and tutors within the
sector are required to achieve Qualified
Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
within five years of joining the profession.
Existing teachers will have the opportunity
to gain QTLS status through professional
recognition of their qualifications and
experience. Under the new reforms
all new teachers will be required to
register with the Institute for Learning
(the professional body for teachers and
trainers in the learning and skills sector)
and achieve a recognised Level 5 teaching
qualification within five years.
The Institute for Learning have developed
pathways to QTLS status for existing
teachers, trainers and tutors based on
qualifications and experience. Those
awarded QTLS status will continue to
demonstrate their good standing through
a career-long commitment to professional
development via their membership of
the Institute for Learning (IfL). For more
information on the PTLLS, CTLLS and
DTLLS teacher training courses available at
East Kent College, offered in collaboration
with Canterbury Christ Church University,
please visit www.eastkent.ac.uk.
A broad range of opportunities | 9
10 | Creative Arts
About Broadstairs
and the Local Area
About Broadstairs and the local area | 11
Broadstairs is a charming and vibrant seaside
town on the ‘Isle of Thanet’ at the eastern tip of
Kent. Close by, Margate and Ramsgate offer two
very different styles of seaside life.
The College is a 5 minute walk away
from beautiful Viking Bay Beach and 2
miles from Westwood Cross Shopping
Centre where you can find restaurants
and a multiplex Cinema. We are just over
a mile from Canterbury Christ Church
University’s Broadstairs Campus.
Close to the College the beautiful
countryside of East Kent can be found,
with its network of country lanes,
bridleways, footpaths and villages, offering
walkers and cyclists the opportunity to
explore the landscape and remarkable
history of the area.
The College is also situated within a 5 mile
radius of the Turner Contemporary Gallery
at Margate, the Royal Harbour Marina at
Ramsgate and Manston Airport, where
a new service to Amsterdam means you
are connected to anywhere in the world.
Nearby shopping and leisure centres,
multiscreen cinema, and close proximity
to beautiful beaches, country walks and
cycle paths mean that you’ll enjoy a wide
variety of activities.
Being essentially a coastal location,
Thanet provides a host of seaside
activities, from the Marina at Ramsgate to
the beaches, entertainments and cultural
quarter of Margate with the Margate
Theatre Royal and the recently opened
Turner Contemporary art gallery. In
addition, every summer Broadstairs hosts
an internationally acclaimed Folk Week,
Food Fayre and a Water Gala.
The towns and villages of Thanet are host
to artistic communities, a lively music
scene and nationally praised restaurants.
The area is one of great diversity, ranging
from unspoilt countryside and coastline,
to towns with both modern and historic
features and a variety of social and
entertainment facilities.
In March 2013, Broadstairs was named
as one of the top places to live by the sea
by national newspaper The Times, and
Margate was voted as one of the top 10
places to visit in the World by the Rough
Guide in 2012.
The transport infrastructure in the
Thanet area has had major investment
in recent years, with new fast links to
the national motorway network, the
Channel Tunnel and ferry terminals at
Dover and Ramsgate. The rail and coach
services to London’s mainline stations
and destinations in Kent are also easily
accessible. With fast links to London and
the rest of Europe, Broadstairs and the
other Thanet towns are highly accessible
places in which to live and study.
12 | Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University
Welcome to Canterbury
Christ Church University
Dr. Janet Haddock-Fraser
Canterbury Christ Church University is
delighted to be working in partnership
with East Kent College to provide this
exciting range of Higher Education
programmes. We are also proud to
be working with the schools and
communities of the Thanet district to
build the educational journeys and
opportunities that will allow progression
into employment to serve the needs of
the region and its people.
We hope that you are inspired by the
opportunities set out in this prospectus
and are motivated to take the next step in
your education.
The Broadstairs Campus of Canterbury
Christ Church University is a welcoming,
friendly place to study – specialising in
a diverse range of subjects. Students
on the collaborative Higher Education
programmes at East Kent College will be
able to use the facilities at the Broadstairs
Campus and play a full part in the life of
the University.
Successful completion of your chosen
Higher National Certificate will open up
a number of opportunities to progress to
degree-level study within the University
at campus locations including both
Broadstairs and Canterbury.
Choosing to study at East Kent College
in partnership with Canterbury Christ
Church University means becoming
part of a safe and friendly environment
with a vibrant atmosphere and strong
community spirit.
Whether you are studying to further your
career, or as a personal achievement,
we are here to support you through every
stage of your academic development.
We look forward to welcoming you as
a student.
Dr. Janet Haddock-Fraser
Dean of Faculty of Social and
Applied Sciences
Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University | 13
Canterbury Christ Church University is a modern, friendly
university, renowned for academic excellence, a welcoming
atmosphere and strong community spirit. Based in the historic
city of Canterbury, the University has a network of campuses
across Kent and Medway.
About the University and
the Broadstairs Campus
Canterbury Christ Church is the largest
centre of Higher Education in Kent for the
public services – notably teacher training,
nursing, policing, health and social care –
and a significant provider of programmes
in a wide range of academic and
professional areas. In total the University
offers over a thousand academic and
professional study programmes at
undergraduate and postgraduate level.
The University’s Broadstairs Campus is a
modern, purpose-built facility offering an
excellent environment to study a range
of subjects including Business, Media,
Music and Policing. On campus there is a
learning centre and book shop, as well as
the Dwell bar and food court, Horizons,
with long opening hours in term time. The
Students’ Union organises a wide range of
social activities at and around the campus
to ensure our students enjoy all aspects of
their time at University.
There are over 1,000 full and part-time
students at the Campus studying a broad
range of subjects. The Creative Arts
feature significantly with programmes in
Media and in Music such as Commercial
Music, Graphic Design, Multimedia
Design, Video and Motion Graphics, Web
Design, Music Production, Photography
and Creative Music Technology. The
Business School specialises in Business
Management with programmes tailored to
specific industries such as Music Industry
Management and Logistics. Courses for
Public Services at the Campus encompass
Early Childhood Studies, Health and Social
Care and also Policing. The programmes
are all designed with future employment
in mind and we are proud of our record.
As well as creating new learning
opportunities for the people of East
Kent the Campus has attracted many
students from further afield, in the
UK and internationally.
14 | Welcome to East Kent College
Welcome to
East Kent College
Dr Andrew Gower
Welcome to East Kent College’s Higher
Education Prospectus for 2014-15. I am
delighted you are interested in the range
of Higher Education courses we have
available at the College.
The College has a long history of working
with local, national and international
employers and therefore provides
Higher Education that will enhance your
employability. Your studies will build
on your subject interest and be careerrelevant, with particular emphasis placed
on the development of professional-level
knowledge and skills. On successful
completion of your Higher Education
course at the College you will gain a
qualification that is widely recognised
and respected within the professions.
In addition, as all of our Higher Education
courses are validated by Canterbury
Christ Church University you can be
assured that your qualification will
provide the necessary academic
preparation to progress successfully
to degree-level study.
The College’s partnership with Canterbury
Christ Church is very well established.
Higher Education students at the College
gain added advantage in having access
to the University’s local campus in
Broadstairs – which has excellent library
and study resources and, of course, a
wider community of Higher Education
students for you to join and be part of.
The College has high ambition for your
future success. I hope therefore you will
take the opportunity to visit us to find out
more about the College and its Higher
Education courses.
I very much look forward to welcoming
you to East Kent College.
Dr Andrew Gower, Vice Principal
East Kent College
Welcome to East Kent College | 15
East Kent College is a welcoming and supportive College
community with a clear purpose to develop and demonstrate
the highest possible levels of knowledge and skill in our many
areas of expertise.
Nathan Outlaw
About the College
There are currently over 5,000 full and
part-time students studying at the main
campus at Broadstairs, as well as satellite
centres in Ramsgate and Margate. The
College also recently opened a new
centre at the Manston Business Park, close
to Kent International Airport, to provide
a base for the professional training it
provides for industry.
The College was established in 1948 and
has developed an international reputation
in Hospitality and Catering, with past
students including the Michelin starred,
celebrity chef and restaurateur Gary
Rhodes and with visiting experts
experts.such as
the co-presenter
of BBC’s
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Given the close proximity of East Kent
College to the world’s largest offshore
wind farm, it is appropriately leading
on developments in environmental
technology encompassing engineering
and construction, particularly with
its brand-new £6.5m Centre for
Environmental Technologies, due to
open in 2013. The first of its kind in Kent,
the Centre will deliver leading-edge
education and training in environmental
technologies.
“I had to make a 2 hour train journey
to get to College each day, but it
was worth every minute of it. The
lecturers were very thorough, and I
was classically trained. We worked
within very tight discipline guidelines,
and were even checked for cleanliness
before being allowed in the kitchen!
That start has served me well and is
the basis of the way I work now. I look
back on my College days gratefully
and with a realisation that those
lecturers really cared about their
students and wanted us to be best”
Nathan Outlaw, chef, restaurateur, and
star of The Great British Menu. East
Kent College alumnus and judge of
our National Juniorchef competition
International
Students
Broadstairs is a very popular
English town for international
students. Thousands of
students, from Europe and
overseas, study each year
at one of the many English
language schools in the
local area.
International Students | 17
East Kent College has extensive
experience of providing education for
international students, having worked
collaboratively with institutions around
the world including the Russian State
University of Trade, and Aichi Shukutoku
University in Japan, with students from
many countries and regions, including
China, South America, South Korea
and Saudi Arabia, currently studying
at the College.
Highly trusted status
East Kent College has ‘Highly Trusted
Sponsor Status’ under Tier 4 of the UK
Border Agency’s points-based system.
The College’s Sponsor Licence number
is 15J3HVQC9. The College does its very
best to ensure that international students
have the extra help they may need in
making their application, preparing to
arrive and when settling in. You will be
assigned an International Student Advisor
to help you with the process of application
and orientation on your arrival, and
the College will help you find suitable
accommodation in close proximity to
the College and the University. Both local
private accommodation and ‘homestay’
accommodation (with a family) is available
and the College will be active in assisting
to ensure all necessary arrangements
are in place to support your studies. The
College offers a free London airport pickup service when you first arrive in order
to welcome you to the UK and to take
you direct to your accommodation.
For more information please visit
www.eastkent.ac.uk/international
English language requirements
All students must be competent in
English Language to be successful in
their studies. You will need to show
evidence of proficiency by an International
English Language Testing System (IELTS),
Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) test result or equivalent. It may
be that your school leaving certificate
grades in English are sufficient and if
you have any queries – including the
acceptability of alternative English
language qualifications – please contact
the College’s International Student Advisor
[email protected].
The entry requirements to a Higher
National Certificate for international
students are set out in the Entry
Requirements, on page 49.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees are published on our
website here: www.eastkent.ac.uk/
international. The fees quoted are
inclusive of registration and examination
fees. East Kent College reserves the right
to alter or amend courses. All tuition
fees shown are correct at the time of
publication but may occasionally be
subject to revision.
Living expenses
International students are advised to
budget approximately between £600
- £750 per month for living expenses
including accommodation. If you would
like more information about living
expenses visit www.eastkent.ac.uk/
international
International Foundation Year
If you would like to study for a Higher
National Certificate (HNC) at East
Kent College but need to work on
your English language first then the
International Foundation Year provides
the necessary preparation for your Higher
Education. East Kent College provides
the International Foundation Year in
partnership with Churchill House School
of English Language. This course is taught,
assessed and comprehensively quality
assured by East Kent College.
The Foundation Year is a one year, fulltime course, starting in September, which
features English language (to the level
required by the HNC) and subject study,
in subject areas such as Business, Applied
Biology, Computing, Engineering, Hair
and Beauty, Hospitality and Catering,
Media or Music. Successful completion
of the Foundation Year will guarantee you
a place on the East Kent College Higher
National Certificate (HNC) course in the
subject you have chosen to study during
your Foundation Year. The HNC is the first
level of UK Higher Education.
After successfully completing your HNC
you will have the opportunity to progress
onto the second year of an undergraduate
degree at Canterbury Christ Church
University or another UK university.
The English language entry requirement
for the International Foundation Year
at East Kent College is an IELTS score
of 5.0 overall with 5.0 in writing or a
TOEFL internet-based test score of 65
overall with 18 in writing. For advice on
the acceptability of alternative English
language qualifications please contact the
College’s International Student Advisor
([email protected]).
Further information for international
students can be found here:
www.eastkent.ac.uk/international
The course will help you develop all the
communication and study skills you need
to reach your IELTS goals. The skills you
will develop will focus on specific exam
skills for IELTS including reading, listening,
speaking and writing. You will also develop
your understanding of English grammar.
You will build your vocabulary on a range
of topics such as society and culture,
economic development, the environment
and science and technology.
Your teaching schedule will consist of
taught English language sessions three
hours per day, five days per week. Plus
six hours of sessions per week in the
afternoons in your chosen subject, and
you will enjoy a full social programme of
trips and visits to London and places of
interest in the UK.
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Making your application
The College will be delighted to help you
through the application process, prior to
welcoming you to East Kent College and
the Broadstairs Campus of Canterbury
Christ Church University. Please contact
the College’s International Student
Advisor:
Email [email protected]
Telephone: +44 1843 605014
Fax: +44 1843 605013
How to apply
Apply direct to East Kent College by
emailing [email protected] or
call +44 1843 605040 from outside UK.
International applicants can also make an
initial enquiry about the College and its
courses or check on the progress of an
application by contacting the College’s
International Student Advisor:
Email [email protected]
Telephone: +44 1843 605014
Fax: +44 1843 605013
18 | Student Life
Student Life
Students’ Unions are active at both the College and the University
with annually elected committees working in both institutions.
The Student Union is an independent
organisation run for students, by students,
and always with student interests as
the central focus. The Union employs
a Campus Coordinator to work at the
Broadstairs Campus and together with
the elected committee they organise the
Students’ Union and the activities at the
University’s Campus.
Your first opportunity to get involved will
be during Freshers’ Week, helping you to
get into student life! There will be plenty
of chances to meet your Union Officers
at the College and at the University,
to join new societies and groups, and
make new friends in a friendly supportive
environment.
Throughout the year there will be a whole
variety of social events and sporting
activities with which to be involved in and
around the College and the University’s
Broadstairs Campus. There are regular
music gigs in ‘Horizons’ bar at the
University’s Broadstairs Campus and also
a range of sport and fitness activities oncampus such as yoga and fencing.
There are also regular football sessions
and the rugby squad has a coach for its
regular training sessions.
Students at the Broadstairs Campus also
have the chance to play for the University
in inter-university leagues. Higher National
Certificate (HNC) students are able
to combine learning with earning –
being able to work while also studying.
A flexible approach has been taken to the
organisation of each course in order to
accommodate, for example, the needs
of students in Technology (Engineering
and Construction) for ‘day-release’ study
and the needs of Creative Arts (Media and
Music) students for independent access to
specialist facilities for their project work.
All the HNCs are taught over thirty weeks
and, as well as the commitment to attend
lectures and tutorials, you will also need
to allow time for independent study in
the College or in the University Campus
learning centre. Please look in the ‘fact
file’ for each course to see the weekly
schedule of teaching.
Each HNC course is taught at the College
by the programme team led by the
Programme Director. You will be assigned
a personal tutor with whom you will have
regular, scheduled tutorials to support
your academic progress. The courses are
assessed exclusively through coursework
assignments and, as the course is workfocused, you will be engaged in practical
activity supported by theoretical studies
in order that you are confident in both
theory and practice. On successful
completion of your studies there is the
opportunity to have your HNC certificate
presented to you at a ceremony, usually
held at the Canterbury Campus of
Canterbury Christ Church University.
You will be able to invite your friends
and family and they can join with you to
celebrate together your success in Higher
Education.
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Care Leavers
Both the College and the University have been awarded
the Buttle UK Quality Mark for Care Leavers.
This recognises the enhanced support
and encouragement that we give to
young people from care throughout the
UK to help them into Higher Education.
If you are in, or leaving, care, and are
thinking about applying to university,
please contact us to find out more.
Email: [email protected]
As a student of East Kent College you’ll
have the support of a fully trained
designated member of staff who
understands your needs.
Mature Students
Across the College around 50% of
students are mature, and so mature
applicants are always in good company.
You might be feeling that returning
to study is a challenging prospect,
particularly if you have family or financial
commitments, and you might be worried
about whether you have the right study
skills or qualifications.
The College is here to offer you support
and advice. If you don’t think you have the
right formal qualifications, but do have
some experience, then talk to us, as we
look at each application individually. Our
primary focus is for you to benefit from
and successfully complete your chosen
course, and the College will be on hand to
help you every step of the way. For more
information on entry requirements please
see page 49.
20 | Learning Facilities: College and University
Learning Facilities:
College and University
As a Higher Education student at East Kent College you have
the dual benefit of access to specialist learning resources at the
College and general learning resources at the University.
The College provides a well-equipped
and supportive environment for study
with excellent specialist facilities including
professional-standard training kitchens,
hair and beauty salons, computing
facilities, engineering workshops and
business centre. The high quality Learning
Centre at the University’s Campus
provides a wide range of computing
facilities through its open access IT
suite, including the Virtual Learning
Environment and Blackboard, to support
your studies. The network is constantly
being monitored and upgraded to
incorporate the latest in computing
technology including the most up-to-date
software applications, email facilities and
access to the internet with a full range of
new media tools and resources.
The Learning Centre houses the library
of books and periodicals that support the
academic programmes being offered at
the Broadstairs Campus and the College.
There is also a full range of viewing and
listening facilities for reference with
media resources such as DVDs and CDs.
There are subscriptions to a number of
bibliographical, full-text and multi-media
electronic services such as bibliographical
and indexing databases, and searchable
full-text databases and electronic journals.
These provide students with the most
convenient way to access the latest
information and thinking in their own
subject areas.
At your computer you will be able to
check the availability of books and other
resources, reserve items and renew loans
and request inter-library loans. This facility
gives you access to well over 280,000
volumes and over 1,400 print journals,
10,600 online journals and 1,800 e-books
accessible online. A 24-hour delivery
service will bring a requested book or
journal order from one of the University’s
library locations to the Broadstairs
Campus, and so you can be confident
of being able to access the learning
resources you will need for your course.
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Student Support
Whatever your background, starting on
a Higher Education course will probably
be a major change for you.
It’s important to us that you feel fully able
to enjoy your studies and are confident
in your ability to get the best out of this
life-changing experience. The University’s
i-zone is the easy to access single point of
contact for all support services. You can
access the i-zone online, by telephone
and by visiting the i-zone desk in the foyer
of the University’s Broadstairs Campus.
For more information visit:
www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq/ or
follow the link on the following page:
In addition, there is personalised
support available within the College’s
Student Services.
Contact [email protected]
or phone 01843 605043.
Study Support
Personal Tutor
You’ll find friendly Study Skills Advisers
in the College’s Library Learning Zone
offering individual and small group
support, as well as workshops to help
you enhance and develop your academic
skills. There is also support to help train
you in the use of IT, online study tools and
the College’s computing network.
You will be assigned a Personal Tutor
who will provide academic support and
guidance during your course.
Your Personal Tutor will usually schedule
regular individual or small group
tutorials in order to ensure you have the
opportunity to discuss your progress and
seek any advice you may need, perhaps
particularly regarding assessments and
coursework. Your Personal Tutor will also
be able to advise on the range of student
services available at the College and
the University in order that you are well
supported in student life.
22 | Creative Arts
Careers
Advice
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Careers advice will be available throughout your studies
at the College from the College’s Careers Advisor based
in Student Central and from the University’s Careers
and Employability Services team.
Both institutions have tremendous
expertise in advising you on the best
way to prepare for your future career
and maximise the impact of your skills,
qualifications and experience within an
increasingly competitive jobs market.
The advice available includes individual
help to answer your queries, guidance
on creating a professional Curriculum
Vitae and interview techniques. You will
be encouraged to produce a Personal
Development Plan through which to
collate and reflect on the skills and
experience you gain while studying in
Higher Education at college and university.
Chaplaincy
was founded by the Church of England
so the University’s Chaplaincy lies at
the heart of a diverse community. As a
Higher Education student of the University
studying at East Kent College you have
the added support of the Chaplaincy
Service. The Chaplaincy strives to support
all students, whatever their religious
affiliations and philosophies, and is ready
to listen no matter who you are, where
you are from or what you believe. There
are weekly services in the Chapel at the
University’s Canterbury Campus, with
regular visits to all the campuses including
the Broadstairs Campus. Chaplaincy
staff are available to meet with students
at any mutually agreed place and time,
with communications about any personal
matter in complete confidence. For
more information on how to get in touch
with the Chaplaincy team contact the
University’s i-zone.
Counselling services
Disability advice
Sometimes you just need a bit more help
and support. If things get difficult for
whatever reason, whether it’s adjusting
to leaving home, struggling with study, or
something more serious, our professional
and confidential counselling service
is here to help. Our counsellors are all
professionally trained and accredited
practitioners with the British Association
for Counselling and Psychotherapy and
provide our students with opportunities to
explore personal anxieties and emotional
concerns. As well as working individually,
we also offer workshops on matters
such as stress management, anxiety and
assertiveness.
The College’s Student Services Team is
dedicated to supporting and assisting
you if you have physical disabilities,
specific learning difficulties, mental health
conditions, ongoing chronic illness or
any other disability. You can get help and
guidance during your application and
then on-going advice throughout your
studies here – for example, in obtaining
support within the College and in applying
for appropriate funding such as Disabled
Students Allowances (DSA), where eligible.
Childcare
If you need general information and
advice about the childcare available in
Thanet contact the University’s i-zone
www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq/
Term-time nursery provision for children
aged 2 to 5 years is available at the College
which is open to the whole community.
Smarties Childcare Centre is run by staff
who are committed to providing a highquality learning experience through an
appropriately broad and balanced Early
Years Foundation Stage Curriculum based
on play and communication. The learning
environment at Smarties is carefully
planned to enable children to grow in
independence and develop their abilities
through exploring play and planned
activities. For more information
visit www.thanetearlyyears.org or
[email protected]
For example, we offer:
• C
omprehensive, pre-admission advice,
individual Learning Support Plans
and ongoing assistance through the
Disability Advisers or Mental Health
Adviser
• S
upport for students with dyslexia,
dyspraxia and other specific learning
difficulties, which includes specialist
tuition, study skills workshops and
liaison with other departments and
tutors
ote-takers, mentors, readers, library
• N
and laboratory support
• L
oan of equipment, such as digital
recorders
ssistance in making an application for
• A
appropriate special arrangements in
exams and assessments.
The College is sensitive and responsive to
the needs of students and regular access
to a quiet room for meditation and prayer
is available. More information about
the places of worship that are available
in Thanet can be found by following
the links here: www.eastkent.ac.uk/
highereducation.
24 | Fees and Financial Support: Your Finances
Fees and Financial Support:
Your Finances
We can help you with financial planning and money
management, as well as give you information on all aspects
of student finance, including support when accessing a
support package from the Student Loans Company.
An all-inclusive student fee
for entry to a Higher National
Certificate
East Kent College, in partnership with
Canterbury Christ Church University,
is committed to ensuring that Higher
Education is accessible to all those who
will benefit from the experience and
have the potential to succeed on their
course. Both institutions are committed to
providing an excellent student experience,
and the fee to be charged incorporates all
aspects of that experience including the
costs of tuition, student services, specialist
and general learning facilities, quality
assurance and certification.
Special features
Your student experience on a Higher
National Certificate course will be
enhanced by additional benefits included
within the single fee. These include:
• A
starter pack of equipment according
to the course, e.g. an e-notebook,
personal protective equipment, studio
quality headphones, portable hard drive,
hair or beauty kit, uniform, chef’s knives
• F
ull access to the University’s Broadstairs
Campus Learning Centre
• m
embership of a national professional
body for the duration of your course in
order that you build your awareness of
the profession you wish to join and start
to develop contacts within industry
• F
or most courses, an international
course-related visit, in order to broaden
the scope and perspective of your
studies in preparation for work or
university.
Fees for student entry in
September 2013
For further information regarding the
College’s current fees to study a Higher
National Certificate, the International
Foundation Year or for entry to the
Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong
Learning Sector (DTTLS) please visit
www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation.
Financial support
Our Student Support staff administer
various Government discretionary support
funds to assist part-time and full-time
‘home’ students who have additional
financial need. If you’re eligible to apply for
financial support it is means-tested and is
dependent upon individual circumstances.
Student finance changes all the time
though, so check what you might be
eligible for when applying. There are a
variety of ways you can support yourself
during your time at university including
grants, loans and bursaries.
For up-to-date advice on student fees,
the student support package and general
financial support for Higher Education
students at East Kent College, visit
www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation or
contact the University’s i-zone, and also
visit: www.studentfinance-yourfuture.
direct.gov.uk/costs
Extract from the UK
Government Department
of Business Innovation and
Skills website for UK and
EU applicants:
“You might have heard reports of
changes that English universities and
colleges will make in 2012.
Don’t be put off – the system is
designed so that students from
England studying full-time for their
first degree or other Higher Education
course WILL NOT have to pay fees
while they study. You don’t have to
pay for your course yourself upfront:
you can get a loan to cover the cost
of your tuition, which you only start
to pay back when you are earning
over £21,000 a year. In addition, if
you are a UK applicant you could also
benefit from a wide-range of financial
support to help cover the cost of
accommodation and living costs.
For further information about fees
and the financial support available
visit www.bis.gov.uk/studentfinance.”
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Accommodation
There is a wide range of high-quality,
private rented accommodation available
close to the College and University.
To help you find your accommodation
you might choose to use one of the online
listings, such as www.studentpad.co.uk.
StudentPad is an internet database where
landlords advertise properties available for
students to rent.
For further general advice on student
accommodation contact the University’s
i-zone via www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq.
International applicants and care leavers
should contact the College as soon as
an offer of a place has been made so
that the College can advise on making
arrangements for your accommodation.
26 | Progress to university
Progress to University
One important reason for choosing to enter Higher Education is
to improve your career prospects and employment opportunities.
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) is
a recognised Higher Education level
qualification that develops your workrelevant knowledge and skills within the
structured and managed environment
of your chosen professional area.
The qualification has intrinsic value to
employers and is also an ideal springboard
onto further study. It will enable you to
demonstrate the confidence and capacity
for employment in senior positions
which require you to exercise some
personal responsibility. It is still the case
that a graduate who has completed an
undergraduate bachelor’s degree (e.g. BA
or BSc) course will be better equipped in
an increasingly competitive jobs-market,
and an HNC can be your passport to
greater career options. On successful
completion of a Higher National
Certificate you have the opportunity to
progress to a bachelor’s degree course
in a closely-related area of study.
Your HNC will usually be recognised as
equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s
degree, thus allowing you to fast-track
onto the second year of the degree.
An average bachelor’s degree takes two
further years after an HNC to complete
full-time, but many students opt to study
part-time and fit their studies around
their career.
There is lifelong value and great personal
satisfaction in firstly completing an HNC
and then progressing on to complete a
bachelor’s degree. For more information
on Higher Education and the benefits
of becoming a graduate please visit
www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation.
The College works in close partnership
with Canterbury Christ Church University
to ensure that our students progress to the
highest possible level of study. There is an
exciting range of degree courses available
at the University’s Broadstairs Campus
and at each of the University’s campus
locations including at the main campus in
Canterbury. While studying at the College
there will be many opportunities to find
out about Canterbury Christ Church
University, its range of undergraduate
degrees and the ways in which it can
support your progression to becoming
a graduate.
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Business, Travel,
Enterprise and Finance
Higher National
Certificate in
Business
Higher National
Certificate in
Travel and Tourism
Management
28 | Business, Travel, Enterprise and Finance
Higher National Certificate
in Business
Why the course?
What will I study?
If you are inspired by business leaders and you
would like to bring your own sense of enterprise
into the world of commerce, this course will
equip you with the skills you need to take your
next steps.
The course will cover the broad principles you
need to understand the world of business and
begin to operate successfully at a responsible
level. You will start with an introduction to
the Business Environment, Finances, the
Organisation, and Marketing.
The course provides a thorough grounding
in the key concepts and practical skills required
in business.
External organisations bring a practical
perspective to the course and give students
the opportunity to experience real life business
situations. Throughout the course the focus
is on practical situations and issues of the
business world.
As a Level 4 qualification, this course is
equivalent to the first year of a university-level
programme.
Then there will be a specialist focus on:
• M
anaging Business Activities to Achieve
Results
• Advertising and Promotions
• Human Resource Management
• Internet Marketing
• Business Events Management.
What can I do next?
On successful completion of the HNC students
can apply to join the second year of the BSc
in Business Management at the Broadstairs
Campus of Canterbury Christ Church University,
follow another of the Business degrees available
in the University, or go directly into employment
in business.
Student Justin Smith
says: After completing
Business Level 3 at the
College, I chose to
study the HNC, as the
qualification would create
many opportunities for
the future. I have gained
many transferable skills so
far, including learning both
inside and outside the
classroom, and interacting
with local businesses.
Recent business graduates from Canterbury
Christ Church University have progressed to
employment in commerce, finance and the
public sector.
Factfile
Teaching schedule
Special features
How will I be assessed?
in Business
12 hours main course teaching
over two – three days, with a
further 3 hours of academic
study or support required per
week.
• S
tudent membership
of the Chartered
Management Institute
www.managers.org.uk
• Written assignments
• A
three night overseas
residential trip is included,
with the destination
determined by the group.
Previous years destinations
include New York to
understand an international
business perspective
• Group work.
Length
One year, delivered over a
30 week period.
Entry requirements
80 – 120 UCAS points.
See page 49
• Starter pack see page 24
• Projects
• Presentations
International students
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
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in Travel and Tourism
Management
Why the course?
What will I study?
The HNC in Travel and Tourism Management
qualification is designed for students who are
interested in developing a career in this exciting
and expanding UK and international sector.
It provides a thorough grounding in the key
concepts and practical skills of the industry and
is nationally recognised by employers.
The course starts with a foundation which
focuses on the fundamentals of the industry
and its finance and funding.
The learning experience of the course will
be enhanced by the involvement of external
organisations from the tourism industry in the
locality and the region. These organisations
bring a practical perspective and balance the
study of theory with the wide experience of the
market in practice.
• Travel and Tourism Entrepreneurs
In addition, our lecturers are all experienced in
the industry and continue to keep up to date
with current developments.
What can I do next?
The course applies an industry perspective to
the study of this sector.
programme.
That is followed up with specialist subjects:
• Marketing in Travel and Tourism
• Contemporary Issues in Travel and Tourism
• H
ospitality provision in the Travel and Tourism
Sector
• Contemporary issues in Travel & Tourism
• Heritage and Cultural Tourism Management.
The course can lead on to the second year
of the BSc in Tourism Management at the
Canterbury Campus of Canterbury Christ
Church University or to a course at another
University or directly to employment.
Recent graduates have gone on to jobs
in events management, hotel or tourism
management or have progressed onto
Masters degrees.
Student Charlotte Neale
says: I chose the HNC
Management as it is a
subject I would enjoy
and would expand my
methods of learning. The
qualification will allow
me to progress further in
the Travel and Tourism
Sector and it is giving me
an experience of Higher
Education that I can take
forward with me and use
to my benefit.
Factfile
Teaching schedule
Special features
Management
study or support per week.
• S
tudent membership
of the Chartered
Management Institute
www.managers.org.uk
• A
three night overseas
residential trip is included,
with the destination
determined by the
group. Previous years
destinations include New
York to examine issues of
commercialisation and
sustainability in a multicultural destination.
• Group work
Length
One year, delivered over
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
• Projects
• Presentations
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
Creative
Arts
in Interactive Media
in Music Production
NEW Higher National
Certificate in Performing
Arts
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Why the course?
Some of the units you will study are:
If you would like to be on the cutting edge
of technology, in a rapidly changing industry
that responds to technological innovation,
this course is for you. Keeping pace with the
demands of a dynamic industry, you will be
introduced to the latest skills, technologies and
working practices.
• Website Creation and Management
The new generation of mobile technologies
such as tablets, e-readers and mobile apps,
coupled with the internet, have opened up
the lucrative markets of web and web-based
design, interactive web TV and the demand for
content across a range of exciting platforms,
providing opportunities for skilled individuals,
who can develop both online and offline
digital media.
• Visual Communication.
programme.
What will I study?
You will be set a series of practical assignments,
encouraging you to investigate the processes of
interactive media production. You will gain the
knowledge to undertake these through lectures,
workshops, tutorials and self-study activities.
The College is an accredited Apple training
centre, and you will have the chance to obtain
an accredited Apple qualification in video
post-production.
Factfile
Length
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
Teaching schedule
Three full days of teaching
time over two – three days
each week, with a further
• Interactive Media Principles
• Video Production
• Digital Video Post-Production and Editing
• Managing a Creative Business
As you progress, ‘live’ briefs from external clients
will be introduced, building on our established
brand College Films, and creating a network
of local commission-offering businesses. You
will be able to enter the digital industries at the
forefront of regeneration in the creative sector,
developing the skills needed to further develop
at degree level or enter employment through
internships.
What can I do next?
You can progress onto the second year of a
degree such as Web Design at Canterbury
Christ Church University’s Broadstairs campus,
specialising in web design, graphic design or
video and motion graphics, or move directly
into employment.
Students will gain the confidence, employability
and skills to move into an industry set for
worldwide growth. Information on career
opportunities is available through Skillset at
www.skillset.org.
Student Chris Bostock
says: I have thoroughly
enjoyed studying this
course, and have gained
knowledge about the
industry, plus learnt a
range of I.T. skills. We got
the opportunity to visit a
film festival in Berlin, as
well as other museums
to support our studies.
I would like to pursue
this area further, so have
applied to study BA Digital
Media and Film, Radio
& Television Studies at
Canterbury Christ Church
University.
3 hours of academic study or
support per week.
Future skills needs
Special features
• Projects
• S
tudent membership
of the British Interactive
Media Association
www.bima.co.uk
• Presentations
• A
visit to Milan’s Photoshow
exhibition to view the
latest innovations and
developments in the
international photo and
digital imaging market
See page 17
“550,000 new technology
professionals will be needed in
the next five years. In this area,
bringing technical and creative
talent together to explore new
types of content development,
business models, legal and
collaborative frameworks is the
greatest challenge.”
• Group work.
How to apply
Apply through UCAS,
see page 50
Source: e-skills UK Sector Skills
Council Ltd/Skillset/Creative &
Cultural Skills 2009
32 | Creative Arts
in Music Production
Why the course?
What will I study?
This course will focus on how to create and
release a music product, with a strong emphasis
on composition and production.
The course will give you the foundation in
music composition and production to take you
forward into this industry.
You will be part of a production team that has
the opportunity to create and release music
through the in-house label, producing material
by artists from the College’s level 3 Performers’
course and writing music for films produced by
the College’s Media department.
The specific study areas will include:
Through study and analysis of both well known
and innovative production techniques, you will
apply them to the creation of your own tracks
and production work. Both composition and
song-writing skills will be strongly encouraged
to feed the production work. With the
continuing demand for music as a soundtrack
to visual media in films, TV, and commercials,
the course will give an insight into the
composition of music for this media.
• Music Composition Techniques
programme.
• Managing a Creative Business
• Music Production Analysis
• C
omputer Music Composition and
Production
• Music Technology
• Composing for Film and Television
• Music in Context
• Creative Arts Research Skills
What can I do next?
On successful completion of this HNC, you can
progress to the second year of a BA in Creative
Music Technology at the Broadstairs Campus
of Canterbury Christ Church University or you
may choose to apply to another course at
Canterbury Christ Church or another university.
Alternatively, you may wish to enter the industry
or start your own creative business.
Factfile
in Music Production
study or support required
per week.
Length
Special features
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
Teaching schedule
• S
tudent membership of
The Music Producers Guild
www.mpa.org.uk
• F
ully escorted trip to Midem
(www.midem.com) the
biggest and most important
technology and music event,
held in Cannes each year
Student Adam Pumfleet
says: The HNC has allowed
me to progress musically
on a professional level.
The trip to Midem, a music
business festival in Cannes,
really opened my eyes
to the inner workings of
the music business and
inspired my class to take
our individual projects and
bands to a new level. The
quality of teaching and
assignments are interesting
yet challenging, pushing
the quality of our work
and understanding of the
industry to new heights,
preparing us for our future.
The course is designed
to replicate an industry
environment with deadlines for
production, mix and release
of tracks and music. Each
area will be assessed through
analysis of both the process
and the final production. This
will contain practical and
real world assignments with
project-based research and
study
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS.
See page 50
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in Performing Arts
NEW from 2013
Why the course?
The HNC in Performing Arts offers a unique
opportunity to participate in a working Theatre
Company through ‘live’ projects, as well as
performing within various communities, and
creating theatre which enlivens, educates
and enhances peoples’ understanding and
awareness.
Throughout this rigorous programme you
will gain firsthand experience of setting
up and running a theatre company, from
developing yourself as an individual
performer to understanding the complexities
of event management and the business of
entertainment itself.
The emphasis is on creating individuals who
can work collaboratively and develop the skills
required to work in the industry.
programme.
What will I study?
The course will be broad based in nature
with an allowance for specialism, creating the
overarching skills required to run a theatre
company for varied venues and diverse
audiences. Specialist routes include Acting
for Camera or Dance for Camera which
utilise exciting, cutting-edge motion capture
technology available at East Kent College,
bringing another dimension to your practice
by exploiting new advances in multi and
interactive media.
Mandatory units in:
• Creative arts professional practice
• Creative Arts research skills
There will also be specialist units in:
• Dance for Musical Theatre
• Development of Acting Skills
• Singing for Musical Theatre
• Performing Arts Workshop Leadership
• Theatre in Education
• Dance for Camera OR Acting for camera
What can I do next?
You could progress onto the second year of a
degree at Canterbury Christ Church University
in Dance Education or Performing Arts, or at
other universities in areas such as Musical and
Technical Theatre.
Student Caroline Phipp
says: I’ve loved studying
on the Level 3 course, it’s
been really exciting and
lots of fun. The balance
between theory and
practical work is good. I’ve
grown as a person, and I’m
proud of my achievements
here. I hope to further
my studies in this area
by applying for the HNC
Performing Arts at the
College.
Factfile
Special features
in Performing Arts
• S
EQUITY, trade union for
entertainment artists
www.equity.org.uk
• Practical workshops
See page 17
• Performances
How to apply
• A
n international trip to a
location TBC, where you
will experience professional
productions, workshops and
a backstage tour
• T
raditional methods such
as essays
Length
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
• Evaluations
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
Teaching schedule
TBC. Teaching will mainly take
place off-site in professional
rehearsal rooms.
This programme is subject to
validation by Canterbury Christ
Church University.
34 | Creative Arts
Science and
Technology
in Applied Biology
in Computing and Systems
Development
in Construction and the
Built Environment
NEW Higher National
Diploma in Construction
and the Built Environment
in General Engineering
NEW Higher National
Diploma in General
Engineering
NEW Higher National
Certificate in Sport and
Exercise Science
Science and Technology | 35
in Applied Biology
Why the course?
There will also be specialist units in:
If you are inspired by Science and would like to
continue your studies or are contemplating a
career in Science then this course will provide
you with your next steps.
• LaboratoryManagement
Our supportive environment for learning will
give you the best opportunity to succeed by
providing you with individual attention while
studying. You will get to know all your teachers
well and benefit from a supportive and friendly
environment.
• InfectiousDiseases
On completion there are a host of careers for
you to consider. For those wishing to further
their education there is the opportunity to
progress to study at university on Biology
related degree courses.
programme.
What will I study?
The course builds on the fundamentals of
Biology and scientific analysis and equips
you with the laboratory techniques and the
theoretical knowledge for further study.
• MolecularBiologyandGenetics
• PharmacologicalPrinciplesofDrugActions
• MedicalMicrobiology
• Biodiversity,ConservationandThreats.
The course is strongly weighted towards
practical work and teaching you to develop
skills that will enhance your opportunities to
gain relevant employment in the field of Applied
Biology as well as preparing you for a successful
transition to university courses.
What can I do next?
On completion of this course you will be able
to progress to the second year of a Bachelor
of Science degree in Environmental Biology
at Canterbury Christ Church University.
Alternatively you can join the second year
of another Biology related programme at
Canterbury Christ Church or another university
or proceed directly into employment as a
technician in an industrial or academic
Science laboratory.
Sue Houston, Programme
Director of Science says:
You will be taught a broad
spectrum of biological
units by tutors who are
experts in their fields,
ensuring that you achieve
your full potential. Visiting
specialists will also teach
you the latest industrial
standards. Small class
sizes allow personal
and individual support,
and you will have the
chance to travel to Berlin
University to participate in
laboratory work, as well as
visit several science events.
Factfile
Special features
in Applied Biology
• S
tudentmembershipof
the Society of Biology
www.societyofbiology.org
• A
ssignmentbasedprojects
involving practical activities
See page 17
Length
See page 49
• V
isittoBerlintoexperience
“The Glazed Laboratory” and
“Berlin Life Science Learning
Lab” where you will have the
opportunity to participate
in experiments involving
molecular Biology and DNA
Teaching schedule
• Starterpackseepage24
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
• E
videnceofperformance
from observations.
You will receive quality
detailed feedback and be
given a clear plan of how to
continually improve with every
assessment.
How to apply
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
The course will run over two
– three days per week for one
academic year (thirty weeks).
36 | Science and Technology
Development
Why the course?
This popular course is an established technical
qualification, respected throughout the industry.
Students will develop theoretical knowledge
and practical skills over a wide range of
applications.
how fundamental computing techniques and
technologies underpin all industries.
Mandatory units in:
• Business Skills for e-Commerce
• Computer Systems
The UK has a shortfall of specialist and skilled I.T.
& Computing personnel, with recent statistics
showing that I.T. and Computing skills are in
demand, particularly when combined with the
ability to manage projects.
• Employability and Professional Development
This programme allows individuals to combine
the skills and techniques developed whilst
studying on the programme with a variety
of additional Microsoft industrial (MTA)
qualifications. Students will have access to
networking, gaming and hardware laboratories,
as well as industry standard games design tools
including Cry Engine 3, developed by Crytek
and used in games such as Crysis 2.
• Networking Technologies
Learners will gain the appropriate professional
qualification and technical expertise required to
seek professional employment or progress onto
a higher level qualification.
What will I study?
The course will give the learner an insight
into the knowledge needed to progress
to employment in the I.T. and computing
industry, whilst retaining a strong focus on
Factfile
Development
Length
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
Teaching schedule
The programme is a full-time
commitment taught over three
days in the week (including
Specialist units covering:
• Website Design
• Object Oriented Programming
• Computer Games Design and Development
Finally brought together with a Project Design,
Implementation and Evaluation module,
allowing you to design, develop, implement and
evaluate a prototype using industry standard
technologies.
What can I do next?
You could progress into industry at technician
or developer level, or apply for a specialist HND
or degree at university within areas such as
Network and PC Hardware Engineering, Web
Development, Software Development, Forensic
Computing or Games Development. You could
also progress onto the second year of a degree,
depending on the course.
Microsoft Technology
Associate specific sessions) with
the remaining two days being
study days. The programme will
be delivered at the Broadstairs
campus of East Kent College,
although there will be a
number of opportunities
throughout the academic
year to visit Canterbury Christ
Church University at both their
Broadstairs and Canterbury
campuses.
Special features
• S
tudent membership of the
Chartered Institute for IT/
British Computer Society
(BCS) www.bcs.org
• A
variety of planned UKindustry based visits include
IBM, visit to the Euro Gamer
exposition; and Bletchley
Park – the birth place of the
modern computer
• O
pportunities to undertake
additional Microsoft
industrial qualifications (MTA
– Microsoft Technology
Associate)
Student Meg Dampier
says: Before studying
at East Kent College, I
was working full-time
after taking a year out of
education after completing
a BTEC National Diploma
in IT. I found out about
East Kent College’s
HNC and was eager to
start my own higher
education experience.
After completing my HNC
I plan to attend university
and further my education
in computing. I have
applied to two universities,
including Canterbury
Christ Church University.
• Report-based assignments
• Coursework
• Practical workshops
• Presentations
• Group work
• An individual project.
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS.
See page 50
in Sport and Exercise Science
NEW in 2013
Why the course?
There are mandatory units in:
This inspiring and engaging course is ideal for
those who aspire to work in sport and fitness
industry, preparing you for a career in roles such
as coaching, massage, development, sports
psychology or PE teaching.
• A
natomy and Physiology for Sport and
Exercise
Through studying this course you will develop
a grounding in relevant scientific principles
such as human anatomy and physiology, whilst
studying subjects such as coaching, analysing
performance and the prevention and treatment
of injury.
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• R
esearch Methods for Sport and Exercise
Sciences
• Training & Fitness for Sport and Exercise
There will also be specialist units that may
include:
• Sport coaching
You will also get the opportunity to gain
additional qualification in subjects such as
First Aid, National Governing Body Coaching,
Officiating Qualifications or Sports Leadership.
• Nutrition for Sport and Exercise
equivalent to the first year of a universitylevel programme
• Sport and Society
What will I study?
The course aims to develop an understanding
of sport and exercise science related subjects
required to progress into employment in the
sport and fitness industry.
• Analysis of Sports Performance
• Sport and Exercise Massage
• Biomechanics
• Skill Acquisition
What can I do next?
On completion of the course you will be able
to progress to the second year of a full degree
course, or onto an HND Level 5 programme.
Alternatively you could proceed directly into
employment within a number of different
areas such as Sports Psychology, injury
prevention and rehabilitation, coaching, sports
development or sports performance analysis,
amongst others.
Donna Smith, Programme
Director Fitness says: The
HNC in Sport and Exercise
Science is an exciting new
programme to the College
that aims to provide
students with strong
sector-related knowledge
and skills relevant to the
industry. Students will
experience inspiring
and innovative teaching,
guiding them through
new learning experiences
and the future career
and study opportunities
that this qualification can
lead to.
Factfile
Teaching schedule
Higher National Certificate in
Sport and Exercise Science
Course teaching will be over
three days a week. This allows
you a considerable amount of
time to undertake self-study.
• Practical sport performance
See page 17
• Coaching performance
How to apply
Length
a 30 week period
Entry requirements
80-120 UCAS points.
See page 49
This programme is subject to
validation by Canterbury Christ
Church University.
Special features
• International sports-based
visit to a location TBC to give
students the opportunity
to experience how sport
is organised in a foreign
country.
• Assignments
• Presentations
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
• Observations
Built Environment
The continued development and regeneration
of towns and cities in the UK has led to a
demand for suitably qualified professionals
across all construction disciplines.
Students will gain a high level of understanding
of the design, function, construction and
statutory requirements for buildings of all
classes, preparing you for employment
opportunities in the construction industry.
The course is for students with ambitions of
working within construction in a professional,
managerial or technical capacity.
A number of career opportunities exist
including work as planners, site managers,
advisors or administrative and technical roles
within construction companies, as well as the
opportunity to continue at university level to
Higher National Diploma (HND) studies at Level
5, as this course is the equivalent to the first year
of a degree programme.
What will I study?
Foundation units:
esign Principles and Application for
• D
Construction and the Built Environment
• S
cience and Materials for Construction and
the Built Environment
Specialists units:
• Environmental Impact of Construction
pplied Mathematics for Construction and
• A
• Construction and Maintenance of Buildings
aw and Contract for Construction and the
• L
Built Environment.
There is also an opportunity to achieve a
qualification in Computer Aided Design (CAD)
What can I do next?
You could progress on to a number of courses,
such as the HND in Construction and the Built
Environment, or the second year of a degree
at a UK university, such as the Building Studies
Foundation Degree offered by K College at
Ashford.
The HNC also maps to the NVQ advanced
apprenticeship scheme for construction
technicians.
Completion of this qualification allows
advanced entry to professional qualifications
such as Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying,
Construction Project Management, Property
Management and Investment or Architectural
Design and Technology
• Group Project in the Construction Industry
• H
ealth, Safety and Welfare for Construction
The HNC Construction
students got the chance
to visit the Berlin Technical
Museum to explore
methods of European
construction. As well as
covering technical aspects
of the course, it was also
an opportunity to raise
cultural awareness, as
they were able to visit
parliament building
The Bundestag, plus
Brandenburg Gate, the
Berlin Wall, Checkpoint
Charlie and the Jewish
Holocaust Memorial
whilst they were there.
Factfile
Teaching schedule
Special features
Built Environment
two consecutive days with
evening provision on both
days.
• S
the Chartered Institute of
Building www.ciob.org.uk
Assessment methods will
include:
• A
visit to Berlin’s European
centre for experimental
design and environmental
technologies, exploring
past and present methods
in European construction,
design and build, and
comparing European
architecture and construction
methods with the UK
• Group project
Length
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
Access to course materials and
work is provided in a virtual
classroom to enable progress
to be tracked and independent
study to be carried out at all
times.
This course is designed
to allow study alongside
employment
• Seminars and presentations.
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
NEW Higher National
Diploma in Construction
Why the course?
• Group Project in the Construction Industry
The continued development and regeneration
of towns and cities in the UK has led to a
demand for suitably qualified professionals
across all construction disciplines.
Specialist units in:
The HND will provide students with a high
level of understanding of the design, function,
construction and statutory requirements for
buildings of all classes. The course is tailored
to students with ambitions of working within
construction in a professional, managerial or
technical capacity.
A number of career opportunities exist including
work as planners, site managers, advisors
or administrative and technical roles within
construction companies.
The HND is a two-year programme, however
should you wish to leave after one year, there
is the opportunity to leave with an HNC
qualification.
What will I study?
• Environmental Impact of Construction
• A
pplied Mathematics for Construction and
• Construction and Maintenance of Buildings
• L
aw and Contract for Construction and the
Built Environment
Additional second year units:
• M
anagement Principles and Application
for CBE
• Technology of Complex Buildings
• B
uilding Services Design, Installation and
Maintenance in Construction
• Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings
• Production Management for Construction
There is also an opportunity to achieve a
qualification in Computer Aided Design (CAD).
Mandatory units in:
What can I do next?
• D
esign Principles and Application for
Construction and the Built Environment
You could progress onto the final year of
a degree course at a UK university, and/or
work towards Chartered status (CIOB, RICS).
Graduates could move into careers such
as Construction Project Management,
Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying,
amongst others.
• S
cience and Materials for Construction and
• H
ealth, Safety and Welfare for Construction
Along with the HNC
students, you will get the
opportunity to travel to
Germany, to visit the Berlin
Technical Museum, where
you will explore methods
of European construction,
past and present, as well
as compare European
architecture and
construction methods
with that of the UK. Last
year’s students also got
the chance to raise cultural
awareness through visits
to parliament building
The Bundestag, plus
Brandenburg Gate and
the Berlin Wall.
Factfile
Entry requirements
Special features
Higher National Diploma
Built Environment
80-120 UCAS points
see page 49
• S
the Chartered Institute of
Building (CIOB)
See page 17
Length
Course teaching will be
over two consecutive days
with evening provision on
both days.
• Trip to Berlin see page 38
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
Two years
Teaching schedule
How to apply
Assignments in essay, report
and portfolio format
This course is subject to
validation. Please check
the College website
www.eastkent.ac.uk/
highereducation for an
update on course approval
Higher National
Certificate in
General Engineering
Why the course?
What will I study?
Renewable Energy is regarded as the power
supply of the future, with Kent at the forefront
of wind power through offshore wind farms
installed along the coast.
You will gain an insight into the experience
and knowledge required to progress in the
field whilst retaining a focus on how basic
engineering techniques underpin industry. Using
analysis and model engineering situations, you
will problem solve using higher mathematics
skills, plus explore behavioural characteristics
to evaluate and present project outcomes. You
will gain grounding in engineering principles
and how they relate to renewable technology,
producing a Wind Energy Research Project.
This rapidly growing industry will create jobs
in many disciplines. With an estimated 10,000
extra people from East Kent needed to work
in Renewable Energy in the coming years,
this course tailors training and experience to
employers’ needs.
Guided by the requirements of companies such
as Cummins, this course has been specially
designed to prepare students for employment.
The need to reduce or replace the use of
carbon based fuels means a new generation of
engineers is required, with expertise in electrical
engineering, sustainable power engineering and
energy saving technologies and techniques.
Mandatory units:
• Analytical Methods for Engineers.
• Engineering Science
roject Design, Implementation and
• P
Evaluation
Optional units:
The South East has a shortage of qualified
electrical, electronic and mechanical engineers.
The engagement of energy companies in
this course will create partnerships producing
quality engineers and providing employment
opportunities.
ealth, Safety and Risk Assessment in
• H
Engineering
equivalent to the first year of a university level
programme.
You can progress onto our General Engineering
HND, or onto the second year of a degree
at university. Career opportunities in design,
research and development will be available
within a range of industrial sectors.
• Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
• Electrical Power
What can I do next?
(Renewable
Technologies
Pathway)
Locally there is a real
shortage of engineers
and in the 2012 survey
by the Institution
of Engineering and
Technology, companies
reported difficulty
recruiting the engineers
they need. The report
stated that in particular
the energy, electrical
and aerospace sectors
are expecting significant
growth in the next 12
months. This course will
give you the skills and
knowledge needed to
launch your career in this
important area.
Factfile
Teaching schedule
Special features
(Renewable Technologies
Pathway)
two consecutive days with
evening provision on both
days.
• S
Institute of Engineering and
Technology www.theiet.org
• Assignments
Length
Access to course materials and
work is provided in a virtual
classroom to enable progress
to be tracked and independent
study to be carried out at all
times.
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
This course is designed
to allow study alongside
employment
• A
n international visit to a
multi fuel power plant in
Denmark to explore how
use of differing fuels has
supported development
in the industry and led
innovation
• Projects
• Coursework
• Presentations.
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
NEW Higher
National Diploma in
General Engineering
Why the course?
What will I study?
Renewable Energy has been heralded by the
government as the power supply of the future
and Kent is at the forefront of wind power
provision through the offshore developments
planned and currently being installed along the
Kent coast. This rapidly growing industry will
create many job opportunities in a number of
engineering disciplines.
Modules are subject to validation, but will be
comprised of eight from the following based
upon staffing and appropriateness for local
provision.
The South East region has a shortage of
well qualified electrical, electronic and
mechanical engineers and the engagement
of local and national energy companies will
provide a partnership that should produce
quality engineers and provide employment
opportunities.
• ElectricalandElectronicPrinciples
The second year of this course will build
on skills and knowledge developed whilst
studying for the HNC in General Engineering,
providing students with the expertise to launch
a career in the growing industry of Renewable
Technologies.
• EnergyManagement
The HND is a two-year programme, however
should you wish to leave after one year, there
is the opportunity to leave with an HNC
qualification.
(Renewable
Technologies
Pathway)
• FurtherAnalyticalMethodsforEngineers
• ElectronicPrinciples
• Mechanicalprinciples
• HeatTransferandCombustion
• Electrical,ElectronicandDigitalPrinciples
• ConditionMonitoringandFaultDiagnosis
• PersonalandProfessionalDevelopment
• FurtherElectricalpower
• EmployabilitySkills
• ManagingpeopleinEngineering
• ManagingtheWorkofIndividualsandTeams
What can I do next?
On successful completion of the HND, students
may be able to apply to join the final year of a
degree-level programme at a UK university.
Programme Leader
Iain Le Couteur Bisson
has 17 years experience
in Engineering,
having completed an
Apprenticeship with the
Royal Navy, working as
a Weapons Engineering
Artificer. He turned to
teaching 12 years ago
and keeps up to date
and in touch with the
industry, having recently
completed a professional
updating course in
Industrial Control.
Graduates will have opportunities in design,
research and development in a wide range of
industrial sectors.
Factfile
Length
Entry requirements
Higher National Diploma
(Renewable Technologies
pathway)
Full-time, delivered over a 30
week period. There is also the
option to be work-based.
80-120 UCAS points
see page 49
This course is subject to
validation. Please check
the College website
www.eastkent.ac.uk/
highereducation for an
update on course approval
The HND will be delivered over
a two year period, the first year
being the embedded HNC
programme. Provision is likely
to be over 30 weeks each year
and will comprise one long day
and one evening. Attendance
at other times in the week may
additionally be required.
international power generation
facility.
Teaching schedule
• Assignments
two days a week. Access to
course materials and work is
provided in a virtual classroom
to enable progress to be
tracked and independent study
to be carried out at all times.
• Projects
Special features
How to apply
Student membership of the
Institute of Engineering and
Technology Trip to national/
Apply through UCAS
see page 50
• Coursework
• Presentations
See page 17
Service
Industries
in Beauty Therapy
in Hospitality Management
Service Industries | 43
in Beauty Therapy
Why the course?
What can I do next?
This course is designed for students who
aim to work within the beauty therapy industry.
It provides a solid foundation in the skills
needed to move forward into employment
or further study.
Students will be able to progress to the
second year of an undergraduate degree or
onto a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a
related field.
This is a specialist work-related course covering
the key knowledge, understanding and
practical skills for the industry with a strong
sector-related emphasis on practical skills
development.
The qualification also provides a thorough
grounding in the key concepts and practical
skills required in the beauty sector and its
national recognition by employers allows direct
progression to employment.
As a Level 4 (Higher Education) qualification
this course is equivalent to the first year of an
undergraduate degree programme.
What will I study?
The course includes a strong foundation of
study in beauty therapy, including studies
in Aromatherapy and Reflexology, amongst
others. You will develop work-based
experience, as placements can be carried
out in the College’s brand-new state of the
art Salon Academy and students will have the
opportunity to receive product training and take
part in student enrichment workshops.
VTCT Award in Skin Blemish
Removal Level 4
This course focuses on advanced electrical
epilation techniques to treat skin tags, spider
naevi, blood spots, and others.
Develop the skills needed to carry out
a thorough consultation, formulate a
treatment plan and provide aftercare advice.
Health, safety and hygiene are also key
elements to this programme.
Teaching schedule
One full day a week for 6 weeks, 9am-5pm
Cost
Tuition fees £370
Products £15
Exam fees £32
Lifetime registration fee £16
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Factfile
Entry requirements
in Beauty Therapy
80-120 UCAS points
See page 49
• Assignments
See page 17
• Projects
Length
Teaching schedule
How to apply
a 30 week period
To be determined
• D
irectedtasksrelevant
to the sector
See page 50
To ensure its continuing
relevance to a developing
sector, this course is being
reviewed and may be subject
to validation. If you are
interested in this area of study,
please contact the College for
exciting developments.
44 | Service Industries
Why the course?
What will I study?
This course will enable those who want to work
in the top rank of the hospitality management
industry to take the next step towards fulfilling
their ambitions.
The course provides a foundation for
supervisory skills in the contemporary
hospitality industry, including finance, customer
service, and gastronomy.
East Kent College is one of the top Catering and
Hospitality colleges in the UK and the premier
college in Kent for the subject area. It has a
history of developing high profile chefs such as
Gary Rhodes, and key members of the industry
throughout the world.
Specialist units include:
East Kent is the only UK college to provide
students for Front of House work experience
at Buckingham Palace, and students have
the opportunity to work in prestigious
establishments, such as London hotels where
we have a particular connection with the
Intercontinental, Park Lane. We also have
excellent links with the British Embassies in Paris
and Washington DC where students undertake
work placements. These establishments are
staffed by many former students.
• Menu Planning and Product Development
As one of only four UK members of Oscar
de l’Entente Cordiale we are linked to Grasse
College in the South of France, with close
connections with Menton, Nice and Cagnes
Sur Mer Colleges.
programme.
• H
uman Resource Management for
Service Industries
• Small Business Enterprise
• Law for Licensed Premises
lanning and Managing Food and
• P
Beverage Service
• Nutrition and Diet
Opportunities such as international work
placements are available to students through
our strong links with former students such
as Gary Rhodes and Michael Kitts, who own
restaurants in Dubai. Work placements are also
on offer closer to home, within prestigious
5-star hotels such as London’s Intercontinental.
You can progress onto an HND in Hospitality
Management, or the second year of an
undergraduate degree such as International
Hospitality Management. Students will also be
prepared for employment in the industry.
Teaching schedule
You will be timetabled for two
– three days each week, with
online support from your tutor.
• T
rips to the Dorchester
and to the Oxford and
Cambridge Club for
afternoon tea, tasting and
demonstrations.
Special features
• starter pack see page 24
a 30 week period.
Entry requirements
See page 49
• S
Institute of Hospitality or the
Craft Guild of Chefs
• V
isit to Dubai, incorporating
a visit to the International
Centre for Culinary Arts,
a visit to Gary Rhodes’
restaurant, as well as a visit
to the Spice Souk and to
Jumeirah Hotel Group.
Gary Rhodes, chef,
restaurateur, celebrity and
author. East Kent College
alumnus and Honorary
Fellow of Canterbury
Christ Church University.
What can I do next?
Factfile
Length
“I’m proud to have
completed my training at
East Kent College. There
couldn’t be a better place
to start your career”
• Assignments
• Practical assessments
• Projects
• Presentations
• Group work.
See page 17
How to apply
Apply through UCAS.
See page 50
Service Industries | 45
Professional
Training
Teaching
BA (Hons) Professional
Training
Preparing to Teach in the
Lifelong Learning Sector
Level 4 (PTLLS)
Certificate in Teaching
in the Lifelong Learning
Sector Level 4 (CTLLS)
Diploma in Teaching in
the Lifelong Learning
Sector Level 5 (DTLLS)
Certificate TESOL Trinity
College London Teaching
English to Speakers of
Other Languages Level 5
Accountancy
Association of
Accounting Technicians
Level 4
46 | Professional Training
BA (Hons)
Lifelong Learning
Why the course?
Mandatory units:
This full BA course has been designed for
professionals working in the Lifelong Learning
sector who want to explore and understand the
history, the present and the possible futures of
Lifelong Learning at degree level. This course
will allow you to develop your ability to evaluate
and investigate the ideas and practices of
Lifelong Learning.
Year one
Suitable for those working in a range of roles
within education and training, including a
variety of learning contexts such as further
education colleges, sixth form, Adult Education,
work based learning and 14 – 19 alternative
curriculum.
Year two
This course is open to all those holding
posts in the sector including managers and
administrators. It is not necessary to be in
a teaching role and teaching hours will not
be required, however applicants will require
a DTLLS award or equivalent credits e.g.
Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory)
What will I study?
• Lifelong Learning: a Critical Opening
• ‘Really useful knowledge’: 1850 – present
• Learning from experience
• Lifelong Learning: widening views
• Learning and sustainable development
• The reflective practitioner
• Orientation and research
• Approaches to research and professional
development: individual study
What can I do next?
On completion of the course you will be able
to explore the opportunity for progression
on to the MA Professional Learning and
Education. Those in a relevant teaching role
could undertake subject specialist Diplomas to
become teachers of Literacy or Numeracy.
The programme will allow you to develop your
ability to evaluate and investigate the ideas and
practices of Lifelong Learning, and to critically
explore your area of work. The course will
review key contemporary themes in the subject,
and how these relate to the professional lives
of students.
Sonia Boulton,
Programme Director
Teacher Training says:
Studying for a degree
allows you to take a look at
your profession in a wider
context. The opportunity
for individual research
allows you to take a critical
approach to your own
practice in the sector.
Engagement at this level
can be an empowering
experience. Achievement is
rewarded with recognition
at a distinguished
level and the chance
to experience a full
graduation ceremony.
Factfile
Teaching Schedule
How to apply
BA (Hons) in Lifelong Learning
Part-time study, three hours a
week over two years
Course teaching will be
delivered at the Broadstairs
campus of Canterbury Christ
Church University, one evening
a week from 5.30-8.30pm.
Assessment of written essays
will take place at regular
intervals throughout the
course for which you will
receive strong tutorial support
Entry requirements
Special features
DTLLS, or similar
There will be the opportunity
for individual research into an
area of the student’s job role
See page 17
Download an application form
from www.eastkent.ac.uk/
apply-now, pick one up from
the College most weekdays
throughout the year, or get
in touch with the College’s
Student Admissions team on
01843 605049 or student_
[email protected].
Length
Professional Training | 47
Other Teaching Courses
Preparing to Teach
Sector Level 4 (PTLLS)
Diploma in Teaching
Sector Level 5 (DTLLS)
This is a comprehensive train-the-trainer
course suitable for corporate trainers or for
post-compulsory teachers. This East Kent
College course qualification is required by
many organisations as an industry minimum
for trainers.
Building upon PTLLS and CTLLS, this course
qualifies you to practice in the industry.
A holistic approach is taken to teacher
development, with observations of teaching
practice and mentor support. A Higher
Education course delivered in conjunction with
Canterbury Christ Church University.
Teaching schedule
Three hours a week, either on Thursday
afternoons or evenings, for 16 weeks
Cost
Tuition fee £375 plus registration fee £68
Certificate in Teaching
Sector Level 4 (CTLLS)
This East Kent College course provides a holistic
approach to teacher development, including
observation of teaching practice and mentor
support.
This course is a Higher Education programme
delivered in conjunction with Canterbury Christ
Church University.
Teaching schedule
Three hours a week, on Tuesday evenings from
5.30-8.30pm for 32 weeks
Cost
Tuition fees: £3,000 (A bursary of £1,000
towards fees may be available)
Certificate TESOL
Trinity College London
Teaching English to
Speakers of Other
Languages Level 5
Cost
This East Kent College course is an
internationally recognised qualification, and
is the basic entry requirement to move into
the industry. You will be able to apply for
teaching positions and become equipped to
undertake teaching practice. You will learn an
unknown language, and complete tests, written
assignments, and a teaching practice journal.
Tuition fees: £3,000 (A bursary of £1,000
towards fees may be available)
Teaching schedule
Teaching schedule
Three hours a week, on Wednesday evenings
from 5.30-8.30pm for 32 weeks
Student Nigel Hall says:
I studied TESOL at the
College, a necessary
requirement for teaching
English to students from
other countries. I would
definitely recommend
studying this course,
as it has widened my
employment possibilities,
and is essential for jobs
in language schools.
I currently work as a
Senior Teacher at Margate
Language Centre, and
the reward of seeing
students understanding
a new topic is fantastic.
Eight hours a week on either evenings or
Saturdays for 24 weeks
Cost
Tuition fees: £1,320
For course dates call
01843 605040 or see
eastkent.ac.uk
48 | Professional Training
Accountancy
Association of Accounting
Technicians (AAT) Level 4
Why the course?
Mandatory Units:
This qualification will further develop
accounting skills including how to draft
financial statements for limited companies.
The qualification will provide the opportunity to
achieve AAT professional membership and/or
fast track onto further accounting qualifications
including CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS and ACCA.
• Financial Statements
• Budgeting
• Financial Performance
• Internal Control and Accounting systems
Optional Units:
This course is for those who have progressed
through Levels 2 and 3, or are at a more
advanced stage in their career and require a
qualification to give you the confidence and
proof that you have the skills to do the job.
2 Units from (to be confirmed)
The AAT qualification is valued by employers
who actively seek AAT qualified staff. It shows
that you have practical skills in accounting
underpinned by thorough knowledge that will
help you achieve success in the workplace.
• Cash Management
What will I study?
Through this course you will learn how to
perform complex financial and management
accounting tasks and develop your own
management skills.
You will develop both theoretical knowledge
and practical skills in the following areas:
• Business tax
• Personal tax
• External audit
• Credit Control
What can I do next?
This qualification will award students with
full Association of Accounting Technicians
status, improving your career progression
and widening the accountancy roles open to
you, such as Accounting Technician, Finance
Manager or Trainee Accountant. You could also
move into fields such as insolvency, corporate
finance or find employment within a wide range
of business environments.
Factfile
Entry requirements
AAT Level 4
Applicants will need to have
achieved the AAT Level 3
Diploma in Accounting, and
it is also important that they
possess a good standard of
literacy and numeracy and are
able to complete assessments
and written projects in
English. All assessments are
undertaken using a computer
therefore all applicants need to
be IT literate.
Length
Two-year part-time course.
Teaching will take place over
six hours on one day per
week, over 36 weeks in the
first year, then six hours over
two evenings per week for 20
weeks in the second year.
All applicants will need to
undertake an accounting skills
check prior to interview. Go
Student Claire Hargreaves
says: After deciding on a
career change, I went back
to College to study AAT
level 2 and really enjoyed
it. I have found a great
support network with my
tutors and other students,
and have now completed
Level 2, Diploma in
Accounting Level 3 and am
about to start Accounting
Level 4. During my studies,
I secured a job with Certax
Accounting East Kent,
and have been offered
the chance to train as a
Chartered Accountant
through my employer.
to www.aatskillcheck.org to
complete the test, print off the
result and bring along to the
interview.
How to apply
Teaching schedule
Plus Text books - £100 - £120
Part-time teaching.
Initial AAT Membership - £80
Stationery - £20 approximately
Six computer-based modules
with an assessment at the end
of each module.
Fees: £1,470 for the whole
course (instalment plans are
available)
Entry Requirements | 49
Entry Requirements
East Kent College and Canterbury Christ Church University
encourage and welcome applications from all students able
to benefit from the courses offered.
Individual Consideration
Qualifications
Applications are considered individually,
taking into account academic qualifications
and paying great attention to the personal
statement and the reference(s) provided
with the application. All applicants will be
offered an interview within which they will
be encouraged to discuss the experience,
interests and personal qualities that will
be relevant to their future success on their
chosen course.
For a detailed breakdown of the UCAS
tariff points against all eligible qualifications
for entry to Higher Education courses
visit the UCAS website by following the
link available at www.eastkent.ac.uk/
highereducation. Many mature students
already meet entry requirements before
they apply for their course because of
previous study, work or life experience.
However, if you are a mature student
without formal qualifications you can still
apply. We look at each application on an
individual basis.
80-120 UCAS Points
Generally a place on a Higher Education
course is offered on the basis of grades
up to a certain number of UCAS tariff
points. A typical offer for entry to an HNC
is between 80-120 UCAS tariff points.
In order to meet an entry requirement
of, for example, 80 UCAS tariff points,
an applicant would need to gain two
A-levels at Grade E OR achieved PP for a
BTEC Level 3 Diploma. The College and
University will not normally make an offer
for a place on a Higher National Certificate
(HNC) based on AS qualifications alone.
Applicants studying on an Access to Higher
Education course will need to achieve
a Pass in their qualification in order to
progress to a HNC.
Advice for International Students
East Kent College and Canterbury Christ
Church University recognise a wide
variety of non-UK qualifications which are
accepted for entry to academic courses.
If your academic qualification(s) or English
language skills are not at the required
entry level for undergraduate study on
a HNC, we recommend completing the
International Foundation Year which
then progresses directly to a HNC. Your
suitability for direct entry to the HNC
course will be dependent on your previous
qualification(s) and your current level
of English. International students need
to have, or expect to have, equivalent
qualification(s) to those required for a
typical offer to an HNC: the equivalent of
between 80-120 UCAS tariff points which,
for 80 credits, equates to two A-Levels
at Grade E. The three possible routes for
entry to a HNC for an international student
are as follows:
1. If you have, or expect to have, equivalent
qualification(s) to the value of between 80120 UCAS points in a relevant subject and
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in writing
or a TOEFL internet-based test score of
79 overall with 20 in writing, then you
can apply directly to the Higher National
Certificate;
2. If you have, or expect to have, equivalent
qualification(s) to the value of between
80-120 UCAS points in a relevant subject
but do not have IELTS 6.0 with a minimum
5.5 in writing, then you should apply for an
IELTS course at East Kent College or a local
language school such as Churchill House
School of English Language;
3. If you do not have equivalent
qualification(s) to the value of between
80-120 UCAS points in a relevant subject,
or IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in writing
then you should apply for our International
Foundation Year. Successful completion of
the International Foundation Year provides
guaranteed progression to the related HNC.
Applicants should not rely solely on
the prospectus but should contact the
College in person for up to date accurate
information about courses and modules.
50 | How to apply
How to Apply
To apply for a Higher National Certificate or Higher National
Diploma at East Kent College you must apply online through UCAS,
the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service at www.ucas.com.
There is a comprehensive video and
guide to the application process on
the UCAS website. Please visit the HE
information pages on our own website at
for help on locating our courses on
the UCAS site (including UCAS and
Institution codes).
If you have any questions about
making your application through
UCAS or need further support in
making your application please
contact [email protected]
or visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq.
Making your application
through UCAS.com
UCAS institution codes
Institution code name: CANCC
Institution code: C10
Campus code: T
Higher National Certificate course title
Course Code
Applied Biology
(HNC/AppBio) 011C
Business
(HNC/Busine) 001N
Computing and Systems Development
(HNC/CoSyDe) 001I
Construction and the Built Environment HNC
(HNC/ConBuE) 022K
Construction and the Built Environment HND
(HNC/ConBuE) 022K
General Engineering HNC
(HNC/GenEng) 001H
General Engineering HND
(HNC/GenEng) 001H
Beauty Therapy
(HNC/HaBeMa) 053B
Hospitality Management
HNC/HosMan) 268N
Interactive Media
(HNC/IntMed) 003P
Music Production
(HNC/MusPro) 003W
Performing Arts
W470
Sport and Exercise Science
C605
Travel and Tourism Management
(HNC/TrToMa) 018N
How to apply | 51
Applying via UCAS
(Universities and Colleges
Admissions Service)
For all courses in the prospectus which
state that application is made through
UCAS, you must apply online at
www.ucas.com
There are three types of applicant:
1. Students at a school or college
registered with UCAS
All UK schools and colleges (and a small
number of establishments overseas) are
registered with UCAS to manage their
students’ applications. Advice is available
from your teacher or a careers adviser at
your school or college. You fill in an online
application and submit it to a member
of staff. After checking your details, and
having added your academic reference,
your school or college submits the
completed application online to UCAS.
You pay online using a credit card or debit
card. You may also be able to pay through
your school or college.
2. Independent applicants in the UK
Other UK applicants, who are not
at school or college, apply online
independently.
It is likely that you are a mature applicant,
who, unlike school and college students,
cannot readily seek advice from your
teacher, but can instead consult with
various careers organisations (such as
Connexions). You are responsible for
paying the correct application fee, for
obtaining and attaching an academic
reference and for submitting the
completed application online to UCAS.
3. International applications from outside
the UK (EU and worldwide)
Except for those whose school or college
is registered with UCAS, individuals from
the EU (excluding the UK), and worldwide,
apply online independently. Advice is
available from British Council offices
and other centres overseas, such as your
school or college. You are responsible
for paying the correct application fee, for
obtaining and attaching the academic
reference and submitting the completed
application online to UCAS.
Direct applications
On the day of the Interview
Applications for the International
Foundation Year and the Diploma in
Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
should be made direct to the College on
an application form available from the
College website www.eastkent.ac.uk.
Think about the kind of questions that
you might be asked. Why do you want to
study on the course? If you are proposing
to enter a particular profession after
graduating, what do you know about this
profession? The purpose of the interview
is not to catch you out or trick you. We are
looking for you to be able to tell us what
you already know about your chosen
profession.
For all applicants, there are full
instructions at www.ucas.com to make
it as easy as possible for you to fill in
your online application, with help text
where appropriate. UCAS also has a
comprehensive guide called Applying
Online, which can be downloaded from
www.ucas.com.
The Personal Statement
This is the most important section of your
application. Try to include a wide ranging
description of yourself that might include
your study interests – what you enjoy
about your current course(s).
It is also vital that you say why you have
chosen the subject you are applying
for. Include any work or other relevant
experience you have done and the
benefits it gave you. With teaching or
health-related subjects, if there is no
evidence in your application that you have
some relevant experience then you are
likely to be rejected without an interview.
You can also tell us about any career ideas
you have for the future, and how your
chosen course will fit into this. If you have
interests outside school/college, list them:
e.g. sports, theatre, travel, social activities,
cinema, music, reading, or any other
interest you have.
Always remember that the interview is
a two way process. You need to assess
whether the College or University is the
right one for you. Go to www.canterbury.
ac.uk/interview for more information.
Important information
East Kent College has made every effort
to make this prospectus as accurate as
possible. This prospectus is published in
advance of the academic year and some
changes may occur between publication
and the start of the academic year. The
College reserves the right to discontinue
any course or class or to alter courses or
amend any other information, such as
entry requirements, modules or special
features, without notice. Consequently
this prospectus is a guide only and does
not constitute a contract and is not
binding on prospective students, current
students, the College or Canterbury Christ
Church University.
Applicants should not rely solely on
the prospectus but should contact the
College in person for up to date accurate
information about courses and modules.
Preparing for Interview
If you have applied for a subject that
requires an interview, here are some
points that you might like to consider
once you’ve received your invitation.
Before the Interview
You should read a copy of your application
and read the prospectus and think
about the questions that you might be
asked. Select appropriate clothes for the
interview that allow you to be comfortable
but give a good impression. Check the
time that you are meant to arrive and think
about the travel implications, especially
how long it will take you to get to the
location of the interview, where you will
park if you come by car, whether you are
going to bring a friend or member of the
family with you.
How to
find us
How to find us | 53
East Kent College
Tel: +44 (0)1843 605040
Fax: +44 (0)1843 605013
Minicom: (0)1843 605038
Email:
[email protected]
East Kent College
Ramsgate Road
Broadstairs
Kent CT10 1PN
www.eastkent.ac.uk
Broadstairs Campus
East Kent College campus
is located on main bus
routes, a 10 minute walk
from Broadstairs train station.
The campus offers free on
site student car parking.
Tel: 01843 609120
Broadstairs Campus
Reception Desk
+44 (0)1843 609120
from outside the UK
01227 782900
Prospectus request
answer phone
+44 (0)1227 782900
from outside the UK
Fax: +44 (0)1843 280700
Email:
[email protected]
Canterbury Christ Church
University
Broadstairs Campus
Northwood Road
Broadstairs
Kent CT10 2WA
www.canterbury.ac.uk/
broadstairs
54 | East Kent College Terms and Conditions
East Kent College Terms and Conditions
1. Application
1.1 These Terms and Conditions shall apply to
the provision of the services (‘Services’) by East
Kent College of Ramsgate Road Broadstairs Kent
CT10 1PN (“College”) to you (“Student”). No other
terms and conditions shall apply to the provision of
services unless agreed upon in writing between the
College and the Student.
1.2 To avoid doubt, the Terms and Conditions
of Study (including all current published College
Policies, Codes and Regulations) apply to all
students, including those on placements and/or
studying at off–campus locations.
1.3 Students should satisfy themselves from reading
the available information that the particular course
they have chosen meets their requirements before
commencing the course.
2. Interpretation
2.1 A “business day” means any day other than a
Saturday, Sunday or bank holiday.
2.2 The headings in these Terms and Conditions
are for convenience only and shall not affect their
interpretation.
4.6 The Student remains liable for any fees not paid
by a Sponsor (see clause 3 above for definition of
Sponsor)
4.7 If the Student fails to make payment within the
period stated in clause 4.4 the College reserves
the right to charge the Student interest at the rate
of 8% per annum on the amount outstanding until
payment is made in full.
4.8 Time for payment is of the essence of the
contract between the College and the Student.
4.9 Receipts for payment will be issued by the
College only at the Student’s request.
4.10 All payments must be made in pounds sterling
(£) unless otherwise agreed in writing between the
College and the Student.
4.11 The College has a Fees Policy which can be
found on the College’s website (www.eastkent.
ac.uk) which also includes the College’s policy on
refunds. A copy of the Fees Policy can be requested
from the Finance Office East Kent College Ramsgate
Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 1PN.
5. Cancelling or Changing Contents of Courses
3. Definitions
5.1 The College reserves the right not to run courses
where the number of Students is considered
insufficient or where resources are unavailable
or to change the contents of a course where it is
considered appropriate by the College to do so.
3.1 Every Student of the College, whether full–time
or not, must enrol for each programme and pay
the fees appropriate to their course of study at the
College.
5.2 Where numbers of Students dictate, courses
may be amalgamated so that they may comprise a
number of subjects, including parts of the Student’s
chosen subjects and parts of other related subjects.
3.2 In all College documentation “Sponsor” is
deemed to include Skills Funding Agency; Education
Funding Agency; local authority/central government
schemes; local enterprise companies; employers
and training boards or agencies.
5.3 All admission to courses is at the final discretion
of the Principal.
2.3 Words imparting the singular number shall
include the plural and vice-versa.
3.3 No person shall be deemed to be an enrolled
Student unless they have completed and signed a
College learning agreement and agreed to meet the
liability for the relevant fees, where a Sponsor does
not meet the liability on their behalf.
3.4 In signing the learning agreement the Student
undertakes to observe these Terms and Conditions
(including all current published College Policies,
Codes and Regulations) and consents to the College
obtaining, recording, holding, processing personal
data including data of a sensitive nature. Students
are responsible for informing the College of any
changes to the information provided on enrolment.
4. Fees and Payment
4.1 The course fees (“Fees”) for the Services are set
out in the prospectus.
4.2 In addition to the Fees, the College is entitled
to recover from the Student reasonable incidental
expenses for materials used and for third party
goods and/ or services supplied in connection with
the Services.
4.3 Liability for fees is incurred at enrolment and
the College reserves the right to withdraw any offer
for a Student who has not paid or arranged, to the
satisfaction of the College, payment of fees within a
reasonable time.
4.4 The Student shall pay the Fees due for the
Services at or prior to enrolment or otherwise in
accordance with any credit terms agreed between
the College or their credit agency and the Student
via an instalment plan.
4.5 If the Student fails to make payment within the
period in clause 4.4, the College shall have the right
to suspend the provision of the Services (where the
provision of the Services is on-going) until payment
is made to the satisfaction of the College.
5.4 The College reserves the right to refuse
admission to any course because of restricted
availability of facilities due to accommodation or
teaching requirements or for any other reason
which the College deems it necessary to do so.
5.5 On College programmes of more than one year
duration, progression to Year 2 (and subsequent
years) is dependent on satisfactory performance in
the previous year.
6. Liability and Indemnity
6.1 If the College fails (or has failed) to perform the
Services with reasonable care and skill it shall carry
out all required remedial action at no additional cost
to the Student.
6.2 The College shall not be liable to the Student
or be deemed to be in breach of these Terms and
Conditions by reason of any delay in performing,
or any failure to perform, any of the College’s
obligations if such delay or failure is due to any
cause beyond the College’s reasonable control.
6.3 The Student shall indemnify the College against
all damages, costs, claims and expenses suffered by
the College arising from any loss or damage to any
equipment (including that belonging to third parties)
caused by the Student.
6.4 The College does hold third party liability
insurance which indemnifies the College with
respect to claims from third parties, including
Students, who have suffered injury, illness, loss or
damage arising from the negligence of the College
or its employees. However, if there is no negligence,
no claim would be accepted by the College or
its insurers. A copy of the College Public Liability
insurance is displayed in the reception area of the
College campus.
7. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay
in performing their obligations where such failure
or delay results from any cause that is beyond
the reasonable control of that party. Such causes
include, but are not limited to: power failure, internet
service provider failure, industrial action, civil unrest,
fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, acts of terrorism,
acts of war, governmental action or any other event
that is beyond the control of the party in question.
8. Communications
8.1 All notices under these Terms and Conditions
shall be in writing and signed by, or on behalf of, the
party giving notice (or a duly authorised officer of
that party).
8.2 Notices shall be deemed to have been duly
given:
(a) when delivered, if delivered by courier or other
messenger (including registered mail) during the
normal business hours of the recipient;
(b) when sent, if transmitted by fax or email and a
successful transmission report or return receipt is
generated;
(c) on the fifth business day following mailing, if
mailed by national ordinary mail; or on the tenth
business day following mailing, if mailed by airmail.
8.3 All notices under these Terms and Conditions
shall be addressed to the Corporate Services Office
at East Kent College Ramsgate Road Broadstairs
Kent CT10 1PN.
9. No Waiver
9.1 No waiver by the College of any breach of
these Terms and Conditions by the Student shall be
considered as a waiver of any subsequent breach of
the same or any other provision.
9.2 No failure or delay on the part of either the
College or the Student to exercise any right, power
or privilege under these Terms and Conditions
shall operate as a waiver of, nor shall any single or
partial exercise of any such right, power or privilege
preclude, any other or further exercise of any other
right, power or privilege.
10. Severance
In the event that one or more of these Terms
and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or
otherwise unenforceable, that/those provisions shall
be deemed severed from the remainder of these
Terms and Conditions (which shall remain valid and
enforceable).
11. Consumer Rights and Complaints
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall affect
the Student’s statutory rights as a consumer. In
the event the Student has a concern, the College
Complaints Procedure is available on the College
website (www.eastkent.ac.uk) or from the Corporate
Services Office at East Kent College Ramsgate Road
Broadstairs Kent CT10 1PN.
12. Law and Jurisdiction
12.1 These Terms and Conditions (including any
non-contractual matters and obligations arising
there from or associated therewith) shall be
governed by, and construed in accordance with, the
laws of England and Wales.
12.2 Any dispute, controversy, proceedings or claim
between the Student and the College relating to
these Terms and Conditions (including any noncontractual matters and obligations arising there
from or associated therewith) shall fall within the
jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
The Restaurant
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Ramsgate Road
Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN
Tel: +44 (0)1843 605040
Fax: +44 (0)1843 605013
Minicom: (0)1843 605038
www.eastkent.ac.uk
Email: [email protected]
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