Abingdon & Witney College HE prospectus 14-15

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Abingdon 01235 555 585 | Witney 01993 703 464 | [email protected]

Successis closerthan youthinkAbingdon and Witney College provides local, high qualityhigher education teaching and training that will improveyour skills, qualifications and career opportunities

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You don’t need to move away to achieve your goals.

Whether it is a promotion at work, a change of career

or growing your knowledge around a specific subject,

a higher education course will make a difference to

you.

Abingdon and Witney College caters for a wide range

of study needs, both full and part-time, and provides

local, high quality teaching and training that will

improve your skills, qualifications and career

opportunities whilst allowing you to work and study

at the same time if you wish.

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What do we offer?

Our higher education programme – offering degrees, HNDs and

professional qualifications – can provide you with a cost effective

solution whilst maintaining the highest educational standards.

All our Honours Degrees and Foundation Degrees are offered in partnership withOxford Brookes University and our professional courses are accredited byorganisations such as the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and theChartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

If you are not sure which option is right for you, please call a member of

our careers team on 01235 555 585 to discuss the different options

available to you.

If you have not studied for a while or perhaps don’t have

formal qualifications but are interested in enrolling for a

higher education course, then an access course could be

the ideal first step. You will learn study skills, including

essay writing and r esearch skills, and have the

opportunity to top up your knowledge in your chosen

subject before committing to a degree course.

Internationally recognised, professional accredited

courses in areas such as accountancy or human

resources that support application for membership of

professional bodies and help you to fast track your

career.

HonoursDegrees

FoundationDegrees/HNDs/HNCs

The traditional university level qualification, typically

offered full-time over 3 years and delivered locally with

fantastic study support and facilities available to all

students.

Full or part-time courses which are designed in

conjunction with employers to support career

progression. These qualifications are the equivalent to

the first two years of an Honours Degree. In most cases

you can progress to an Honours Degree after you have

completed your Foundation Degree.

Access to HigherEducation

Abingdon and Witney College takes every opportunity toensure that this prospectus is accurate at the time of goingto print. It is intended as a general guide to the coursesand facilities available. It does not form part of a contract.The College reserves the right to make changes orwithdraw, without notice, any of the course facilities orsupport described as they continually evolve.

Visit abingdon-witney.ac.uk for more information

InsideHonours Degrees

Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Top up) 6

Business Management and Communications (Top up) 7

Equine Science 8

Equine Science and Thoroughbred Management 9

Foundation Degrees and HNCs

Animal Behaviour and Welfare 10

Business Management and Communications 11

Business Management and Logistics 12

Computing 13

Early Years, Senior Practitioners 14

Electrical and Electronic Engineering 15

Electrical and Electronic Engineering – HNC/HND 16

Equine Science and Management 17

Mechanical Engineering 18

Access to Higher Education

Art and Design – Level 3 Foundation Diploma 19

Life Sciences – Foundation Diploma 20

Nursing and Healthcare Professions –Access to Higher Education 21

Science Combined with Social Sciences – Access to Higher Education 22

Professional Courses

AAT Certificate and Diploma in Accounting, levels 1,2,3 and 4 23

Award in Education and Training (previously PTTLS) 24

Bookkeeping and Accounts – C&G Levels 1 and 2 25

CISCO Certified Network Associate Cove Semester 1 26

Coaching and Mentoring ILM Certificate 26

Human Resource Level 3 Diploma in Human Resource Practice 27

Human Resource Management – Level 5 Certificate 28

Human Resource Management – Level 5 Diploma 29

Management Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management (ILM) 30

Sage Level 1 Computerised Accounts Levels 1 and 2 31

Sage Level 3 Computerised Accounts 32

Professional courses


There are many reasons why higher education can be

beneficial, here are just a few of them:

• Excellent career development

• Enhanced employability skills

• Gain an internationally recognised qualification

• Higher earning potential

• Increased job options within the employment

market

• Opportunity to gain a full degree, via a top up

Higher education will be a commitment and investment in your future

so it is important that you choose a course that is right for you.

1 Carefully consider which course would suit you best. If in doubt

please contact us on 01235 216312 (Abingdon) or 01933 703464 and

we will be pleased to help you.

2Once you have chosen your course, consider the entry requirements.

These requirements may require work placements.

3 Explore course content such as modules you will be studying and

how the course will be assessed.

4 Attend Open Days where you will get the chance to find out

much more.

5 Our careers team can help with your choices: Marija Murthwaite –

01235 216308 [email protected]

Euan McCall – 01933 208104 [email protected]

What to consider whenchoosing courses

Benefits of Higher Education

Higher Education will be a commitment andinvestment in your future

As a higher education

student at Abingdon and

Witney College you will also

benefit from access to the

extensive Oxford Brookes

University Library and other

on-campus facilities


Abingdon and Witney College is proud of itsproven track record with local businesses and thesupport it provides to its students. As a University-level student at the College, you will benefit fromthe top class facilities, specialist classrooms andworkshop areas available at all campuses as wellas the extensive Oxford Brookes University libraryand other amenities.

The College is a vibrant, social and careerfocussed place to study.

we have Five campuses providing ourstudents with a broad range of facilitiesand courses.

Abingdon Campus is the largest of our campuses, andenjoys great facilities including an e-learning zone, space forHE students to meet and socialise, a sports centre and multi-gym. Work is underway on four exciting phases ofdevelopment which include a new café area and learningcentre.

Witney Campus is situated in the centre of Witney andrecently finished its £7.4m redevelopment. It offers first-classfacilities for learning and leisure, including a friendly, goodvalue café, well equipped learning centre and hair and beautysalons.

Common Leys Campus is our Rural Skills Centre atHailey, two miles north of Witney. This 60 acre campusprovides specialist facilities for Equine and Animal Behaviourstudents.

Avenue One is our state of the art dedicated constructioncentre which opened in 2011.

Milton Park is our business premise at Milton ParkBusiness Centre near Abingdon.

Did you know?

Why choose Abingdon and Witney College?

The resource area provides a wide range ofprint and electronic resources, includingbooks, e-books, newspapers, magazines,journals and DVDs to support you with allyour study needs. Your student ID card isalso your library card.

The centre offers a suite of PCs forindependent study, and you are alsowelcome to use your own laptops in thisrelaxed, fresh and modern environment. It isavailable to all students and there are staff onhand to help and offer support.

Exceptional Lecturer Support

At Abingdon and Witney College, our class sizes are small, meaning you receivemore individual attention and one-to-one support. Personal tutors meet regularlywith their students to give feedback on work and help with any problems.

“The Tutors at Abingdon Campus … all consistently show integrity,

professionalism, and enthusiasm for the module topics

whilst demonstrating commitment to create a stimulating learning

environment.” – Pauline Krason, Business Management and

Communications Degree Student.

Student support services

A broad range of services are available to help you to succeed along youreducation journey. These range from careers advice, counselling, financial supportand extra help for those students with physical, mental health or medicalconditions, as well as those with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Foundation Degree Pass rate 2012/13 96%

Architect’s impression

of new Learning Centre

at Abingdon campus.

Spotlight on Learning Resource Centre

Facilities

Support beyond the classroom.


These are the standard undergraduate

programmes offered at universities and Colleges

throughout the UK.

They are the most common form of higher educationqualifications, with a substantial academic content.

Entry is usually through successful completion of anA Level or a National Diploma programme. Eachdegree course specifies the grades needed anddefines any subject specialism required. These arethree or four year full-time programmes.

Honours

Degrees

This course allows students to top

up animal related FdSc or HND

courses to a full Level 6 BSc

(Hons) in Animal Behaviour and

Welfare.

The course is designed for thosewanting to progress into morechallenging careers such as a clinicalanimal behaviourist, animal welfareinvestigator or within the field of animalresearch and health.

Designed to give you practicalexperience, this course offers the latestacademic insights into current researchin animal behaviour, their biology andtheir welfare. This will equip you withthe skills and knowledge needed todevelop new ideas and evaluatecurrent processes and practices inboth animal behaviour and animalwelfare science.

What will I study?

• Clinical behaviour management incompanion animals

• Advanced animal learning andtraining

• Animal-assisted interventions• Companion animal physical

therapies • Preventative health and welfare in

populations• Conservation biology

This course also contains a dissertationstudy which involves carrying out ananimal-based research project of yourchoice.

Final award

BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour andWelfare.

Career progression options

Successful graduates will be well placed for a career as an Animal Welfare Investigator, Pet BehaviourCounsellor, Animal Researcher, NatureConservation Officer or progression onto post graduate studies.

animal behaviour and welfare (top up) BSc (HONS) animal

behaviour andwelfare (top up)

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In partnership with OxfordBrookes University

Course duration

1 year, full-time

Entry requirements

Students will usually haveachieved an average GPA of 55%in a relevant animal related level 5qualification of 240 CAT points orequivalent.

Location

Common Leys Campus andWitney Campus

Application

UCAS code: C865

Designed togive youpracticalexperience,this courseoffers thelatestacademicinsights intocurrentresearch inanimalbehaviour,their biologyand theirwelfare.

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This programme is designed to enable

students to top up their Foundation Degree

in Business, Management and

Communications to a full BA (Hons) degree.

The BA (Hons) is a work-based degree and assuch lectures are concentrated on one day perweek, enabling students to work and combineprivate study to suit their own personalcommitments. On successful completion of thecourse, students are well equipped for graduateemployment in any aspect of business includingmarketing, human resources, finance ormanagement.

What will I study?

The programme offers the opportunity to study awide range of current and relevant business topicsincluding: • Managing marketing activities• Contemporary business issues• Communication, culture and language

• Managing quality and risk• Self-awareness, career management• Work-based project or dissertation.

Designed in conjunction with employers, themodules are assessed through assignments,presentations, live projects and timedassessments. Students also have the opportunityto consider, in depth, an agreed topic of theirchoice via the work-based project or dissertation.

Final award

BA (Hons) in Business, Management andCommunications


Successful students can progress to study for aMasters Degree or other post-graduateprofessional programmes and will be well placedto advance their career within a businessenvironment.

BA (HONS) Business,Management andCommunications (top up)

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In partnership with Oxford BrookesUniversity

Course duration

1 year, full-time (one day per week inCollege)

Entry requirements

These include:• A Foundation Degree in Business,Management andCommunications awarded byOxford Brookes University,successfully gaining 240 creditsand usually a 55% grade average

• Students who have completed240 credits at Levels 4 and 5(usually achieving a 55% gradeaverage) at another institutionwithin or outside the UK may beconsidered, subject to individualcredit rating by Oxford BrookesUniversity.

Entrants to the programme shouldnormally have a current role in anappropriate workplace setting and aline manager’s letter of support andrecommendation.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS code: N103A

Business, Management andCommunications (TOP up)

I am a trainer at Unipart and I wasattracted by the flexibility of the course.I feel that I am more open to opportunityand broadening my transferable skills.

CASE STUDY Philip Abayateye



It produces graduates who proceedinto a wide variety of different roles inthe equine industry and beyond.

Most teaching is carried out at OxfordBrookes, with a small number ofmodules based at Abingdon andWitney College’s stud farm, allowingtheory to be linked to practice.

The course benefits from a uniqueMentor Panel which includes industryprofessionals representing a broadrange of career options. The purpose ofthe mentor panel is to provide studentswith direct links to industry specialistswho are able to advise on careerprogression and work experience.

What will I study?

Year 1 modules include:• Equine anatomy and physiology• Equine breeding and stud practice• Business for the equine industry• Skills for life scientists.

An academic adviser supports first-year students through tutorialsdesigned to oversee your progress andhelp you to adjust to university life,advise on career progression and workexperience.

Year 2 offers compulsory content aswell as optional modules acrossscience and business topics. You willgain knowledge of the biologicalsystems of the horse and how theyfunction as the horse performs in arange of disciplines.

In your final year, optional modulesinclude:• Equine genetics• Equine injury and rehabilitation• Equestrian land management

together with a dissertation orindependent study.

There is a range of employmentopportunities for our graduates. Youcan choose from a variety of optionalmodules in order to develop a broadrange of skills.

Final award

BSc (Hons) Equine Science


Potential areas of employment includeevents management, marketing,research, veterinary pharmaceuticalsales, diagnostic techniques and otherbroad areas of the equine industry.Some of our graduates go on topostgraduate courses, second degreesin veterinary science and furthertraining.

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Course duration

3 years, full-time

Entry requirements

• GCSE Mathematics, EnglishLanguage and DoubleIntegrated Science (orequivalent) and a science A-level, preferably biology.

• Typical offers are A-levelgrades BBC or equivalent to280 UCAS tariff points.

• Equivalent grades in otherrecognised qualifications(such as BTEC Nationals orScottish qualifications).

• Practical equine experience isdesirable but not a pre-requisite for entry.

• Mature students with relevantexperience are welcomed as apositive addition to thecourse.

• Higher National Diplomaand Foundation Degreeroutes into the course are alsoavailable.

• If you do not have a scienceA-level, we encourage you toconsider one of ourfoundation degrees.

Location

Common Leys and OxfordBrookes

Application

UCAS code: TBC

This course gives you a thorough scientific understanding of the subject

area, knowledge of the equine industry, and the scope to develop

business and management skills.

The coursebenefits from aunique MentorPanel whichincludesindustryprofessionalsrepresenting abroad range ofcareer options.

BSc Equine Science

HonoursDegree

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The course is a joint venture

between Oxford Brookes and

Abingdon and Witney College.

Teaching is based mainly at

Oxford Brookes, with a small

number of modules based at

Abingdon and Witney College’s

stud farm, allowing theory to be

linked to practice. This

collaboration enables you to

benefit from the expertise,

facilities and extensive industry

links of both institutions.

There is considerable input fromexternal practitioners throughout thecourse and you work in the industry inyour third year.

The course benefits from a uniqueMentor Panel which includes industryprofessionals representing a broadrange of career options. The purpose ofthe mentor panel is to provide studentswith direct links to industry specialistswho are able to advise on careerprogression and work experience.

This course will equip you for a varietyof roles in research, business andindustry. You can choose from a varietyof optional modules in order to developa broad range of skills. Contacts madein your placement and specialisation inYears 3 and 4 will help determine yourcareer path.

What will I study?

You will study a range of compulsorymodules in Years 1 and 2 to ensure athorough grounding in all aspects ofequine science and thoroughbredmanagement.

Year 1 modules include:• Equine breeding and stud practice• International thoroughbred industry• Equine anatomy and physiology• Skills for life scientists.

Further in-depth study in these areasduring Year 2 will help you make aninformed choice of where you mightbest spend your third-year workplacement.

Year 3 will be spent at a thoroughbredinstitution of your choice either in theUK or abroad.

Recent graduates have worked atracecourses, at equine rehabilitationcentres, with bloodstock agents, inlarge veterinary hospitals and atinternational thoroughbred breedingcentres.

In your final year, optional modules,together with your dissertation project,will allow you to develop specialistknowledge in a chosen area.

Final award

BSc (Hons) Equine Science andThoroughbred Management


Successful graduates will be wellplaced for a career as an EquineScientist, Stud Manager, RacehorseTrainer, Bloodstock Agents, RacingAdministrator, Racecourse Managerand Equine Therapist.

Equine Science andThoroughbred Management

This four-yearcourse is theonly dedicatedEquine ScienceandThoroughbredManagementdegree of itskind in the UK.

BSc Equine Scienceand ThoroughbredManagemenT

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In partnership with Oxford Brookes University

Course duration

4 years (includes year in industry)

Entry requirements

• GCSE Maths• English and Integrated Science(Double)

• A Science A level, preferablyBiology.

• Typical offers are: A Levelsgrades at a BBC profile or theequivalent UCAS points.

• Experience is desirable but nota pre-requisite for entry.

• Mature students with relevantexperience are welcomed.

• National Diploma, HigherNational Diploma andFoundation Degree routes intothe course are also available.

• Applicants without a science Alevel are advised to considerone of our foundation degrees.

Location

Common Leys and OxfordBrookes

Application

UCAS code: TBC

HonoursDegree

Foundation DEGREEAnimal Behaviour andWelfare

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Course duration

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

National Diploma/Certificate inAnimal Science or other relevantscience qualification to provide aminimum of 80 UCAS tariffpoints. Passes at A/AS levelequivalent to a minimum of 80UCAS tariff points. Maturestudents or students withconsiderable industry experiencewill be considered on a case bycase basis. Application is viaUCAS and entry is subject to aninterview. Code D300.

Location

Common Leys and WitneyCampuses

Application

UCAS code: D300A

It has been written in partnership with the Schoolof Life Sciences at Oxford Brookes University andin consultation with leading local animalindustries.

What will I study?

The course will develop themes in animalbehaviour and welfare.

Modules will include:• Practical units• Scientific knowledge and skills• A grounding in business principles • A focus on the legal and ethical issues related

to working with animals.

Work placements over a minimum of 25-30 daysare an essential part of the course where studentswill apply theoretical knowledge gained in theclassroom to the practical care of animals.

Year 1 Learning and Professional Skills:

Professional and Academic SkillsPractical Animal HusbandryAnimal BiologyEnterprise Skills

Animal WelfareAnimal Anatomy and PhysiologyPrinciples of Animal BehaviourAnimal Ethics.

Year 2 Industry-based project:

Industry Based Project Applied Animal BehaviourAnimal Breeding and Genetics Animal Health and DiseaseAnimal NutritionExotics Animal Trade and CollectionsInternational Zoo Practices and Conservation

Final award

Foundation Degree (Science) in Animal Behaviourand Welfare


It will be possible for students to top up to a fullBSc animal related degree at other universities orto complete an Honours Degree in Biology orConservation Biology at Oxford BrookesUniversity. Students can also do a BSc top up inAnimal Welfare at Abingdon and Witney College.

Foundation Degree AnimalBehaviour and Welfare

“I entered the courseas a mature studentwith a desire to be anrspca welfareofficer. I have gainedvast amounts ofknowledge on animalwelfare, behaviour,business and biology,accompanied byhands on experiencewith a range ofanimals. I found thelectures fun,interesting andhugely informative”alice riseley-tomlins – graduate

This broad-based degree has been developed to give students, who are interested in a

rewarding career in a range of animal related industries, the knowledge and skills they will

need to be successful. It is designed for people who are wishing to enter the industry or

who are currently working and wish to develop their career potential.

These are innovative industry relevant degrees

that will equip you with the skills and

knowledge required by business today.

The courses are equivalent to the first two years(Levels 4 and 5) of an Honours Degree and are

awarded by a University. They can lead to a morerewarding job, the final year of an Honours Degree, orprovide you with enhanced skills for the future. OurFoundation Degrees are designed in conjunction withOxford Brookes University and employers so that youcan be sure that the skills you gain are in demand.


Foundation

Degrees,

and HNCs


Do you want to develop a career in the

areas of Business, Management and

Communications?

Do you enjoy work-based and placement learningwhere academic knowledge and understandingwill be reinforced by the development ofvocational skills? Then this Foundation Degreecould be for you. It has been developed inpartnership with Oxford Brookes University toexplore progressively each of the three corestrands which contribute to a successful businessorganisation.

What will I study?

The Business strand

Introduces you to the scope and functions ofbusiness and will gradually develop yourunderstanding of the internal and externalenvironment in which businesses operate.

The Management strand

Introduces basic management concepts andtheories integrating organisational behaviouraspects with management and decision making.

The Communications strand

Introduces the interaction and communicationbetween staff and internal and external customers.Communication methods are explored in recognitionthat these are key skills that you will need to enterinto, or progress within the workplace.

In Year 1 you will be introduced to areas such ascriticality and academic writing, in addition todeveloping a portfolio to support your professionaldevelopment.

In Year 2 you will be focusing on research skills.You will work develop your skills of enquiry,preparing you for your Business Project.

Final award

Foundation Degree in Business, Management andCommunications


It will be possible for students to progress to afurther year on the BA (Hons) in Business andManagement and Communications. Alternatively,students will be well placed to advance theircareer in a business organisation.

Foundation DegreeBusiness, Management &Communications

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Course duration

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

Entrants to the programme shouldnormally possess the following:• A current role in an

appropriate setting• A line manager’s letter of

support and recommendation• A minimum of two years

relevant work experience or 5passes at GCSE (grades A-C)including Maths and EnglishLanguage

Plus one of the following:• 1 A Level or 6 Unit Applied A

Level A National Award• Certificate or Diploma• Other equivalent Level 3

qualifications• Students with appropriate and

relevant AP(E)L will also beconsidered

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS code: N103A

FoundationDegree

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The course will equip you with the skillsand knowledge required to succeedwithin this fast moving industry sector.

What will I study?

The programme is particularly suited tofirst line/middle managers within thelogistics industry who wish to progressin their career and are looking todevelop a greater understanding ofmanagement and strategic challengeswithin their sector. It would also suitthose with this career aspiration

You will be able to combine practicalbusiness experience with academicstudy and assignments can be focusedon your own workplace.

First year modules will include:• Fundamentals of Business• Management concepts• Introduction to Supply Chain

Management • Personal development

• Business and the environment• Accounting for business• Managing inventory within the

supply chain.

Second year modules will include: • Research Skills• A work based project• Distribution operations• Strategic management• Business and finance• Developing management

capabilities.

Final award

Foundation Degree in Business,Management and Logistics


Eligible students can progress to theBA (Hons) in Business andManagement Honours year at OxfordBrookes University. Alternatively youwill be well placed to advance theircareer in business.

Foundation DegreeBusiness, Management& Logistics

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Course duration

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

Entrants to the programmeshould normally possess thefollowing:• A current role in anappropriate setting

• A line manager’s letter ofsupport and recommendation

• A minimum of two yearsrelevant work experience or 5passes at GCSE (grades A-C)including Maths and EnglishLanguage

Plus one of the following:• 1 A Level or 6 Unit AppliedA Level

• A National Award Certificateor Diploma

• Other equivalent Level 3qualifications

• Students with appropriateand relevant AP(E)L will alsobe considered

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS code: N104A

The course willequip you withthe skills andknowledgerequired tosucceed withinthis fast movingindustrysector.

This Foundation Degree has been developed with logistics industry

experts to explore the management issues facing modern day logistics

and supply chain focused organisations.

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The course is also suitable for studentswho wish to find out more about thehistory of computing, enter the industryor learn how to set up websites andprovide IT support.

The degree is run in partnership andvalidated by Oxford Brookes University.This partnership offers students theopportunity to access the full range offacilities both at the College and at theUniversity.

What will I study?

Students will study the followingmodules:

Year 1:

Internet Technology - students will gainan understanding of current websitedevelopment technologies; computerapplications selecting and using officesoftware effectively; PC Systems (2modules); putting a PC together andfinding out how it works; computerprogramming an introduction toprogramming in Java MathematicalMethods; useful mathematics forcomputer engineers;Professional skills (researchtechniques, report writing, acquiringinformation, team work, monitoring andevaluating, presenting, applying

technology) and Work BasedIndependent Study (personaldevelopment planning) will beintegrated across all the modules.

Year 2:

Internet Technology 2: creatingdynamic Web content; ComputerProgramming (2 modules); datastructures and event-basedprogramming; Networking (2 modules);setting up a network and connecting tothe Internet Database; Design -designing and implementing arelational database; SoftwareEngineering analysis and design ofsoftware systems. This leads to thedelivery of a hardware or softwareproject for a local employer.

There may also be the opportunity tostudy modules in graphics, usersupport or developing for mobile.

Final award

Foundation Degree (FdSc) inComputing


Many of our successful students, whogain the Foundation Degree, progresson to a BSc in Computer Science atOxford Brookes.

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Course duration

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

Three GCSE level qualifications atGrade C or above including Englishand Mathematics and a minimumof one A Level or 40 UCAS tariffpoints.

Individuals with substantialexperience in IT/Computing maybe considered if their application issupported by their employer.

Ideally, students should be currentlyworking within an IT environment.However, students who do not havethese qualifications will beconsidered for entry following aninterview.

Applicants whose first language isnot English must demonstrate thattheir level of English is acceptableby achieving a score in a recognisedtest such as British Council IELTS:level 6.0 overall with a minimum of6.0 in the reading and writingcomponents or TOEFL minimumscore of 550 paper-based or 213computer based or 80 internetbased.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS code: TBC

Foundation DegreeComputingThis degree is designed for people who enjoy working with computers

and want to find out how to get the most out of them. People who are

already working in IT will broaden their knowledge and gain recognition

for their skills.

The course isalso suitable forstudents whowish to find outmore about thehistory ofcomputing, enterthe industry orlearn how to setup websites andprovide ITsupport.

FoundationDegree

Foundation Degreecomputing


This degree brings together a numberof academic disciplines includingpsychology, health care, educationalstudies and sociology.

The Early Years Foundation Degree isendorsed by the sector and is designedfor practitioners who are working in avariety of early year’s settings withfamilies, pre-schools and in schoolsand nurseries.

Employers have been directly involvedin the design of the programme, whichwill build upon the practical work youare already undertaking in theworkplace to provide clear linksbetween practice and theory.

What will I study?

Students will study the followingmodules:Year 1:

• Studying Policy and PracticeLearning Development and theFoundation Stage (including ChildDevelopment 1)

• Inclusion in the Early YearsCommunication

• Language and Literacy in theFoundation Stage

• Mathematical Development in theFoundation Stage

• Exploring and Learning

Year 2:

• Issues in Child Development Rolesof other professionals

• Physical Care and Health IssuesManagement in Early Years Settings

• Safeguarding Young children• Research Policy and Practice• Professional Skills (research

techniques, report writing, acquiringinformation, team work, monitoringand evaluating, presenting, applyingtechnology)

• Independent Study (personaldevelopment planning) will beintegrated across all the modules.

Final award

Foundation Degree (FdSc) in EarlyYears, Senior Practitioners.

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Course duration

Full-time. You will attend collegefor one afternoon/evening per week,but much learning will beundertaken in your workplace.

Entry requirements

It is beneficial to have some workexperience upon entry to the courseand 10 hours per week workexperience in a setting.

You will also need one of thefollowing: • An appropriate A-Level orVocational A-Level

• NVQ Level 3• Appropriate vocationallyrelevant NQF Level 3qualification

• An Apprenticeship inEarly Years

• Another appropriate subject

If you wish to apply you will need areference from your head teacher orline manager (if appropriate) andthe active support of yourcolleagues. Application is viaUCAS and entry is subject to aninterview.

Location

The course is now available at boththe Abingdon and WitneyCampuses

Application

UCAS code: X314A

Foundation Degree Early Years,Senior Practitioners

The course isnow availableat both theAbingdon andWitneyCampuses.

The early years are rightly regarded as being the crucial time in a child’s

learning and this exciting course reflects the growing interest now taken

by educationalists in this field.

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It will also provide specialist studieswhich are directly relevant to individualvocations and professions in whichstudents are currently working or inwhich they intend to seek employment.

The students will develop a range ofskills and techniques, personal qualitiesand attitudes for successfulperformance in working life.

What will I study?

The course offers a wide range oflearning experiences which cover acomprehensive range of technical unitsfrom Engineering Design, MaterialsEngineering, Electronics andEngineering Science.

Final award

FdSc in Electrical and ElectronicEngineering.


Graduates may progress to the BSc(Hons) in Electronic Engineering.

Electrical& Electronic Engineeringfoundation degree inelectrical & electronicengineeringIn partnership with Oxford Brookes University

Course duration

2 years, full-time3 years, part-time

Entry requirements

Four passes at GCSE including Mathsand English Language at C or aboveor equivalent and one of thefollowing:• A BTEC Level 3Diploma/Extended Diploma in anengineering discipline (includinga Maths unit)

• One GCE A Level pass in eitherMaths or Physics (or a closelyrelated subject

• Any other qualification deemedequivalent

Regarding the normal entryqualifications above, the study ofMaths to A Level is usually required,although relatively strongperformance in other subjects maygive exemption from thisrequirement. Examples of suchsubjects include Physics, Chemistry,Geography, Computer Studies andDesign and Technology.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS application for full-time.Direct application to College for part-time

This degree is designed to equip students for a technical or

management career in the industry.

The studentswill develop arange of skillsand techniques,personalqualities andattitudes forsuccessfulperformance inworking life.

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This part-time course in Electrical andElectronic Engineering has beendeveloped to focus on providingopportunities for electrical/electronicengineers/technicians to achieve anationally recognised Level 4 or Level 5vocationally specific qualification.

What will I study?

You will study a range of mandatory andoptional units which include subjectssuch as:

• Analytical methods for Engineers• Engineering Science and Project

Design• Implementation and Evaluation• Electrical and Electronic Principles


Telephone Abingdon Campus on 01235555585, or Witney Campus on 01993703464 or email [email protected]

Lydia Feasey, winner of the Institution of

Engineering and Technology’s (IET)

Apprentice of the Year prize.

The prize is part of the new set of awardswhich seek to recognise the best and thebrightest apprentices and technicians.

Lydia is now a Mechanical Technician at theCulham Centre for Fusion Energy, andcompleted her apprenticeship at the JointEuropean Torus, which is a Fusion Researchproject also based at the Culham Centre forFusion Energy near Abingdon.

The four-year training programme is based atCulham and at a local college. This scheme isdesigned to develop technical and academicabilities and personal qualities.

The joint European Torus site is largely beingused for material testing for a new generationof machines. In 2010-11 a new beryllium,tungsten and Inconel wall was installed intothe site as a replacement for the Carbon FibreComposite tiles. The aim of this was to look athow the materials behaved in the extremeconditions inside the site. Last year, particularparts of this needed to be removed for furtheranalysis, and Lydia was asked to managemoving these delicate parts.

She said: “The parts we were moving wereincredibly fragile, so it was important thatnothing was moved or disturbed, as this wouldhave affected the project’s results. Throughoutthe process, I have been required to makeimportant decisions, communicate withpeople at all levels, manage people andprojects, as well as monitor processes that I

had implemented – I graduated from myapprenticeship in September and I know thatI’ll re-use all that I’ve learnt during thisintervention.”

Before completing a National Certificate inMechanical Engineering, Lydia did theFoundation Degree in Mechanical Engineeringat Abingdon and Witney College.

“At GCSE I didn’t know what I wanted to do. Ienjoyed graphics and putting things togetherand a teacher recommended I do ProductDesign at A Level. I really enjoyed the coursebut knew I didn’t want to go on to university.My Dad is an electrician and suggested that Ithink about doing an apprenticeship. I knew Iwanted to start earning money and gainpractical experience through work, so I appliedto for the CCFE Advanced ApprenticeshipScheme.

“It is a great way for young people to get into atechnical career in engineering,” said Lydia.

Course duration

2 years, part-time

Entry requirements

A Level Mathematics, Level 3Diploma in Engineering orequivalent industrial experience.Entry is subject to an interview.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

Telephone Abingdon Campus on01235 555585, or Witney Campuson 01993 703464 or [email protected]

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A strong component of the course isthe work-based learning which equipsstudents with employability skills inpreparation for employment. To meetthe need of the equine industry, thistwo year foundation degree course hasbeen developed in partnership betweenOxford Brookes University, Abingdonand Witney College and employers.

This degree provides a flexible coursethat will enable students to applytheoretical knowledge to their workwithin the equine industry in a variety ofemployment areas, or as a basis forfurther undergraduate study. For students who are not currentlyemployed in the industry, there will bean opportunity to work at CommonLeys Farm, near Witney.

What will I study?

Your studies during Year 1 will include:• Animal welfare behaviour• Equine anatomy and physiology• Equine nutrition• Groundwork skills and riding

• Introduction to business andbiology

• Learning and professional skillsenterprise management andpractical horse husbandry.

In Year 2 your studies will include:• Advanced husbandry management• Animal behaviour, breeding and

stud management• Equine fittening and training• Equine health and welfare• Equine sports injury and therapy• Industry-based project • Equine nutrition

Final award

Foundation Degree (Science) EquineScience and Management


The foundation degree will equip youfor a successful career or progressionto our honours degrees in EquineScience or Equine Science andThoroughbred Management.

Foundation DegreeEquine Science &Management

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Course duration

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

• 2 years' post-GCSE education(e.g. A-level, NationalDiploma/Certificate, AdvancedDiploma), equivalent to 80UCAS points

• 1 year's post-GCSE education(e.g. AS-level, NationalCertificate), equivalent to 80UCAS points

• 1 year's work experience in arelevant industry (a supportingreference will be required).

Applicants with non-standard entryqualifications may be admitted withAPL (accreditation for priorlearning), or APEL (accreditation forprior experiential learning) inaccordance with universityregulations. Mature students orstudents with considerable industryexperience will be considered on acase by case basis.

Location

Witney Campus and Common Leys

Application

UCAS code: TBC

Foundation Degree EquineScience & Management The unique feature of this degree is the combination of contemporary

scientific principles and practical, hands on training, ensuring that our

graduates are successful in both vocational and academic settings.

FoundationDegree

For studentswho are notcurrentlyemployed in theindustry, therewill be anopportunity towork atCommon LeysFarm, nearWitney.



It will also provide specialist studies which aredirectly relevant to individual vocations andprofessions in which students are currentlyworking or in which they intend to seekemployment.

The students will develop a range of skills andtechniques, personal qualities and attitudes forsuccessful performance in the work environment.

What will I study?

The course offers a wide range of learningexperiences which cover a comprehensive rangeof technical units from Business ManagementTechniques, Engineering Science, Stress Analysisand Engineering Test and Management.

Final award

Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Engineering(Mechanical).


Graduates may progress to the Oxford BrookesBSc (Hons) in Computer Aided MechanicalEngineering.

mechanical Engineering

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Course duration

2 years, full-time3 years, part-time

Entry requirements

Four passes at GCSE including Mathsand English Language at C or aboveor equivalent and one of thefollowing:• A BTEC Level 3 NationalDiploma/Certificate in anengineering discipline

• One GCE A Level pass in eitherMaths or Physics (or a closelyrelated subject)

• Any other qualification deemedequivalent

Regarding the normal entryqualifications above, the study ofMaths to A Level is usually required,although relatively strongperformance in other subjects maygive exemption from thisrequirement. Examples of suchsubjects include Physics, Chemistry,Geography, Computer Studies andDesign and Technology.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application

UCAS code: H301A

This degree is designed to equip students for a technical or management career in the

industry.


Access

to Higher

Education

The Access to Higher Education Diploma

courses are designed to prepare students with

few formal qualifications for Higher Education.

You could be returning to studying after a careerbreak or even changing careers. Whatever yourmotivation, these courses will provide you with a solidfoundation in your chosen area of study and will helpyou to develop the study and research skills you willneed to excel when you move onto Higher Education.

The primary purpose of thecourse is to enable you toidentify your strengths andaptitudes so that you can selectand gain acceptance on to aspecialist degree course suitedto your needs and career plans.

The Foundation year provides acrucial link between A Level andspecialist degree courses. Atthe same time it is a year ofexciting challenges and newpathways which we believe youwill find both refreshing andrewarding.

What will I study?

You will explore a whole rangeof approaches to art and designwith specialist tutors in the largepurpose-built Arts Building.

The course starts broadly andbecomes more specialised asthe year progresses.

Term One: you explore a widerange of materials and

processes through rapidintroductory projects.

Term Two: you will begin toconsolidate your growing senseof direction through theselection of three specialistoptions in areas such asGraphics/Illustration, Fine Art,Fashion/Textiles, Photography,Film/Video etc.

Term Three: you will devoteyour time entirely to an in-depthsix week project which willbecome part of a publicexhibition.

The course includes a series ofweekly lectures which seek tochallenge and inform you aboutcontemporary and historicalissues and help you to locateyour own practical work within abroad cultural context.

There will also be trips togalleries and visits byartists/designers and recent

former students.

Two study trips are integratedinto the year: an initial four dayvisit in September followed by aweek-long stay in February.Recent destinations have beenZagreb, Beijing, Berlin, Istanbuland Marrakesh.

Final award

BTEC Level 3 / 4 FoundationDiploma in Art and Design


This course is run as part of TheOxfordshire Creative Academyat Abingdon & Witney College,which unites Art & Design,Media, Performance &Backstage Production, MusicTechnology and Computing intoone big melting pot of creativity.Whether you want to pursue acareer in Fashion Forecasting,Technical Theatre, EditorialPublishing, Music Promotion orRadio Presenting, you havecome to the right place.

This is an intensive, fast moving one year programme of practical

study introducing you to the broad field of art and design.

Level 3 FoundationDiploma Art & Design

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Course duration

1 year

Entry requirements

You will need to have a minimum of2 A-levels (or equivalent) at grade Cor above (with one of these being anArt & Design related subject) ORLevel 3 Extended Diploma in Art,Design or Media at MMM. You willalso be required to provide a writtenpersonal statement, a positivereference and to attend a formalinterview with a portfolio of work.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application


FoundationDiploma

Level 3 Foundation DiplomaArt & Design

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Are you keen to study a life

science degree, but do not have

the required entry qualifications, or

had a break from education and

want to refresh your science

skills?

This Foundation course forms the firstyear of a four year Science Degreecourse with Oxford Brookes Universitywithin the Faculty of Health and LifeSciences.

The Foundation year is taught atAbingdon and Witney College at theAbingdon campus by the College staff,but in addition to using the Collegefacilities, you will also be enrolled as astudent at the University and beentitled to access their library,computer banks and sports facilities.

What will I study?

You will study a selection of modulesthat enable you to developfundamental scientific, mathematical,communication and academic skills. The modules that you will studyinclude:

• Biological sciences• Physical Science• Mathematics

You will also be asked to produce aproject as part of the courserequirement.

Final award

Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences


The aim of the course is to gatherpeople from a range of backgroundsand equip them for progression into thefollowing Life Sciences Stage 1 degreecourses: BSc Animal Biology andConservation, BSc Biology, BScBiomedical Science, BScEnvironmental Sciences, BSc HumanBiology, BSc Biological Sciences, BScNutrition, BSc Sports Science,Bachelor of Medical Science in MedicalScience, BSc EnvironmentalManagement, BSc Sport and ExerciseScience, BSc Anthropology andEnvironmental Sciences, BScEnvironmental Sciences andGeography and BSc EnvironmentalSciences and Human Biosciences.

Foundation Diploma Life Sciences

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Course duration

1 year, full-time (first year of a fouryear science degree course withOxford Brookes Universitywithin the Faculty of Healthand Life Sciences)

Entry requirements

You must be a minimum of 18 yearsof age and have completed 2 yearspost 16 study at A Level orequivalent. In addition, you musthave 5 GCSEs (grades A-C )including English, Maths and ascience subject (orequivalent).Students educated in alanguage other than English needEnglish language at IELTS level 5.5in reading and writing. You mustapply through UCAS - UCASCode C101.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application


in addition tousing theCollegefacilities, youwill also beenrolled as astudent at theUniversity andbe entitled toaccess theirlibrary,computer banksand sportsfacilities

FoundationDiploma



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This course is offered full-time, with

students going on to study a range

of healthcare related degrees.

You must be over 19 and have fewformal qualifications but want to go ontostudy a Health Care degree or diplomacourse within Higher Education.

You will need a grade C in either Englishor Maths and pass an assessment atinterview. You will be given tutorialguidance to support your universityapplication.

What will I study?

• Human Biology

• Psychological and SociologicalAspects of Health Care andChemistry

• English or Maths (if you don't alreadyhave both at GCSE/O Levelequivalent)

You will also develop transferable skillsand complete a project.

Final award

Access to Higher Education Diploma inHealth Care


Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing,Midwifery, Social Work andPhysiotherapy

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Course duration

1 year, full-time/2.5 days

Entry requirements

You must be 19 or over, have fewformal qualifications but want to goon to study in Higher Education.

You will also need a grade C in eitherEnglish or Maths.

Location

Witney Campus

Application

Telephone Abingdon Campus on01235 555585, or Witney Campus on01993 703464 or [email protected]

Access to Higher Educationnursing and health Careprofessions


Access to HigherEducation nursing andHealth Care Professions

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Access to Higher Education ScienceCOMBINED WITH SOCIAL SCIENCES

You will increase your knowledge andconfidence in a range of subject areasand have the opportunity to learn andpractice the study skills you will need tosucceed when you move on tofoundation degree or degree courses.

This course is recognised as an entryqualification for many university courseand is particularly suitable for thosewho have non-traditional educationalbackgrounds or who are returning tostudy after a lengthy break.

What will I study?

Students will study Biology, Sociologyand Psychology.

You will also study

Information Technology; GCSE English or Maths (if you do not already have both at GCSE grade C,

O-Level or equivalent), and theacademic skills needed for effectivestudy.

Throughout the course you will begiven tutorial guidance to support youin making your university applicationand in coping with the demands of theAccess programme.

Final award

Access to Higher Education Diploma inScience combined with Social Sciences


Students go on to study a wide rangeof subjects at University includingNursing, Psychology, Health Care,Teaching and Biological Sciences.

Course duration

1 year/2.5 days

Entry requirements

You must be 19 or over, have fewformal qualifications but want to goon to study in Higher Education. Aninterview is required. A grade C inEnglish or Maths at GCSE orequivalent is essential.

Location

Abingdon Campus

Application


Access to HigherEducation Sciencecombined with socialsciences

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The Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities and

Science) provides the broad based experience and knowledge you will

need to enter a range of Higher Education courses in the humanities or

science professions. These qualifications could include nursing,

psychology, health care, teaching and biological sciences.



This course isrecognised asan entryqualificationfor manyuniversitycourse and isparticularlysuitable forthose who havenon-traditionaleducationalbackgrounds orwho arereturning tostudy after alengthy break.

The College offers a range of courses which can

enhance your professional development and

increase your career prospects.

The qualifications, accredited by relevant professionalbodies, demonstrate technical competence in avocational skill and often provide the first step on theladder to becoming a qualified professional in sectorssuch as accountancy, teaching or human resources.

Professional

courses

The qualification opens doors to charteredaccountancy, university, being self-employed andmany more.

What will I study?

Level 2 covers a range of basic accountingpractices and techniques, from costing anddouble-entry bookkeeping. Level 3 follows on andintroduces you to more complex accountingtasks, such as maintaining cost accountingrecords and the preparation of reports andreturns. The final level, Level 4, covers higher levelaccounting tasks, including drafting financialstatements, managing budgets and evaluatingfinancial performance. You will also have theopportunity to specialise in areas from tax toauditing and credit control.

Final award

AAT Certificate/Diploma in Accounting.


On successful completion of the course studentscan progress to ACCA (Association of CharteredCertified Accountants), apply to University orfurther progress their career in accounting andfinance.

AAT Certificate & Diploma inAccounting – Levels 2, 3 & 4 The internationally recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians)

qualification enables those working in accounting to gain knowledge, practical

experience and certification. Course duration

Fast Full Part track time timeL2 13 weeks (Sept – Dec) 1 yearL3 22 weeks (Jan – July) 1 yearL4 1 year 1 year

Entry requirements

Students must be aged 16 years orover and have good literacy andnumeracy skills and the will tosucceed. Entry is subject to aninterview.

Location

Abingdon and Witney Campuses

Application


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The qualification is mandatory foranyone wishing to teach in theregulated sector. The qualification isalso recognised as the standard foranyone wishing to teach or train in thenon-regulated sector.

What will I study?

The course consists of the followingfour units.

Unit 1: Roles, responsibilities andrelationships in the lifelong learningsector. Assessment: Write a case studyof a teachers role. Write a reflectivejournal entry. Credit Value: 3

Unit 2: Write a lesson plan. Explainyour rationale for the chosen, inclusiveapproaches to teaching and learning.Present in the form of a micro teachingsession and take part in the evaluationand feedback to others. Write areflective journal entry. Credit Value: 6

Unit 3: Understanding the principlesand practices of assessment.Assessment: A combination of writtenstatements, a professional discussion,assignment, project. Credit Value: 3

Final award

Award in Education and Training


Lecturer, trainer.

award in education andtraining (previously Pttls)

award in education andtraining (previouslyPTLLS)Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Applicants must be at least 19 yearsold. There are no formal entryrequirements, but applicants mustdemonstrate that they have the literacyand numeracy skills to enable them toteach in the sector. Applicants who donot currently have evidence of Level 2skills in literacy and numeracy will beable to take a short skills test to assesstheir suitability for this course. Thosewishing to progress further may requireevidence of Level 3 vocational skills intheir chosen teaching area. Applicantswill be interviewed prior to acceptanceon the course.

Location


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This course is designed for those who already work or who wish to work

as teachers/trainers in the lifelong learning sector.

The qualification is also recognised as the standardfor anyone wishing to teach or train in the non-regulated sector.

The aim of this 10 week course is

to provide an introduction to

bookkeeping practices and the

processing of the source

documents that underpin accurate

record keeping.

Exam fees are included.

In the context of a simple sole traderbusiness, you will learn how to: • Complete, check and process

documents such as invoices andcredit notes

• Record cash and credit transactionsin books of original entry

• Complete ledger postings• Prepare a Trial Balance and Bank

Reconciliation Statement.

Final award

C&G Level 1 Bookkeeping andaccounts

C&G Level 1Bookkeeping & Accounts

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Course duration

10 weeks

Entry requirements

No previous qualifications areneeded.

Location


Application


C&G Level 1Bookkeeping & Accounts


The aim of this course is to further

develop the introductory

bookkeeping practices and

processes studied at Level 1.

Fees include materials and exam.Students enrolling for this course needto already have a good knowledge ofdouble-entry bookkeeping. Successfulcandidates at Level 2 may wish toprogress to AAT Level 3 Diploma inAccounting.

You will take the City & Guilds Level 2examination which lasts 2 hours (plus 5minutes reading time) at the end of thecourse. Exam fees are included.

What will I study?

Areas covered include:• Preparing ledger and control

accounts• Correcting errors• Understanding capital and revenue

expenditure• Depreciation• End of year adjustments• Trial balance.

Final award

C&G Level 2 Bookkeeping andaccounts

C&G Level 2 Bookkeeping & Accounts

C&G Level 2 Bookkeeping& Accounts

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Course duration

10 weeks, part-time

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are neededbut familiarity with a computerkeyboard and basic numeracy skillsare required. Knowledge of basicbook-keeping would be anadvantage.

Location


Application



Studentsenrolling forthis courseneed to alreadyhave a goodknowledge ofdouble-entrybookkeeping.


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The first of 4 semesters covering the full

CISCO CCNA. This course is lab based

providing hands-on experience working

with the Cisco lab equipment.

This qualification is assessed via online CISCO –set tests and a practical assessment. You willneed access to the Internet for home study.

What will I study?

The CCNA curriculum covers the basics of:• Computer networking• LAN technologies (including Ethernet, cabling,

VLANs and switch configuration)• WAN technologies (PPP, ISDN and Frame

Relay)

• LAN and WAN design• TCP/IP operation• IP addressing and subnetting• IP routing• Access lists• Basic troubleshooting and network

management as well as using Cisco’s IOSoperating system.

CISCO Certified NetworkAssociate CoVE Semester 1

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Entry is subject to an interview

Location


Application


CISCO Certified NetworkAssociate CoVE Semester 1


Coaching & MentoringILM Certificate

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Subject to an interview

Location


Application


This qualification is designed for junior

managers seeking to gain the skills,

knowledge and confidence to coach and

mentor people as part of their normal role. It

is also the ideal starting point for a career in

coaching and mentoring.

What will I study?

Students will be able to learn about coaching andmentoring as powerful development tools anddevelop their understanding of the role andresponsibilities of an effective coach and mentor.

Within the course, you will explore differentcoaching and mentoring models and developpractical skills, tools and techniques to supportthese models.

You will be able to put your new skills into practiceby carrying out supervised coaching andmentoring sessions and analyse, assess and planto improve your own mentoring ability.

Final award

ILM Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring


Management roles in all sectors

Coaching & MentoringILM Certificate


This qualification is assessedvia online CISCO – set tests anda practical assessment. Youwill need access to theInternet for home study.


The DHRP is a level 3 course licensed by the

CIPD and provides those successful

students with the knowledge requirement

necessary for Associate Membership of the

CIPD.

What will I study?

There are 8 modules covering all aspects of HR ina business context. These include:• Recruitment• Training• Change Management• HR data• Employment Law• Performance Management.

Assessment takes place throughout the course.Each module will have an assignment which couldinclude writing a report, carrying out apresentation, working on a case study or someform of role play, either individually or in groups.

The course consists of 185 taught hours.Students should allow themselves the sameamount of time to study outside of the course.This may vary depending upon the ability of thestudent, previous knowledge and speed ofworking. Homework will be set weekly.

Final award

Diploma in Human Resource Practice


Having successfully completed the course andgained the necessary knowledge needed studentsmay apply for Associate membership bydemonstrating evidence of putting their learninginto practice, allowing them to become AssociateMembers of the CIPD (Assoc CIPD.)

Human Resource Level 3 Diplomain Human Resource Practice

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Entry is subject to interview. Noprevious experience is required butsome experience working in an HRor customer service position will behelpful.

Location


Application




CIPD Intermediate level certificates anddiplomas also provide the underpinningknowledge towards Associate (AssocCIPD) professional membership.

What will I study?

You will study 8 modules covering abroad range of HR within a businesscontext. These include:• Developing professional practice• Improving organisation performance• Using information in HR and human

resource development.

Throughout the course, you will puttogether a portfolio of coursework

including written reports, case studywork and reflection.The course consists of 160 taughthours and students should allowthemselves the same amount of time tostudy outside of the course.

Final award

Certificate in Human ResourceManagement

Application/Contact


Level 5 Certificate inHuman ResourceManagement

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

This is an ideal progression route fromthe level 3 Diploma in HumanResource Practice and ideally,students should possess 3 to 5 years’experience in a related role. Entry issubject to interview. Students mustalso join the CIPD as a studyingmember.

Location


Application


The Intermediate certificate in Human Resource (HR) Management will

give you a broader perspective of the organisational issues facing HR

professionals and enable you to develop effective analytical and problem

solving issues.


Level 5 Certificate in HumanResource Management

Throughout thecourse, you willput together aportfolio ofcourseworkincludingwrittenreports, casestudy work andreflection.


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The Intermediate level certificate

in Human Resource (HR)

Management gives you the

opportunity to further develop your

professional HR knowledge after

studying a CIPD Foundation level

qualification or an Intermediate

level certificate.

The CIPD Intermediate level certificatesand diplomas also provide theunderpinning knowledge towardsAssociate (Assoc CIPD) professionalmembership.

What will I study?

You will study 9 modules covering abroad range of Human ResourcesManagement issues within a businesscontext. These include:

• Developing professional practice• Business issues• The context of human resources,

using information in HR andmanaging and coordinating thehuman resources function.

Throughout the course, you will puttogether a portfolio of courseworkincluding written reports, case studywork and reflection.

Final award

Diploma in Human ResourceManagement

Level 5 Diploma in HumanResource Management

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

This is an ideal progression routefrom the Level 3 Diploma inHuman Resource Practice andideally, students should possess 3to 5 years experience in a relatedrole. Entry is subject to interview.

Location


Application


Level 5 Diploma in HumanResource Management

Diploma in HR Management –

Level 5

After successfully completing theLevel 3 certificate and receiving theStudent of the Year Award, Jo saidshe decided to take Level 5 to“better [herself]” and for “personalinterest and confidence”.

She said: “I have enjoyed allaspects of the course and havefound it has really benefitted mywork life. The work has been hardbut enjoyable and the tutors patientand supportive.

“It has helped me to make stepstowards my career goal and I wouldlike to continue my education bydoing a Level 7 Master’s Degree.”

The CIPDIntermediatelevelcertificates anddiplomas alsoprovide theunderpinningknowledgetowardsAssociate(Assoc CIPD)professionalmembership.

CASE STUDY JO GODWIN


Management Level 3Certificate in FirstLine Management (ILM)Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications arerequired, but students need tohave a reasonable level of literacyskills. No previous qualificationsare required for this course butcandidates will be required tohave reasonable literacy andnumeracy skills. Students mayfind it useful to discuss the courseby phone or email with the courseleader before enrolling.

Location


Application


This qualification is highly regarded andhas become something of an industrystandard for supervisory management.The course is lively and links all aspectsof Management theory to the studentsworkplace. The course has been runfor many years and has beencommended by the ILM.

This course attracts students from awide range of organisations, includingmany who have not studied for anumber of years and some who havehigher level qualifications in othersubjects. The ILM qualification isnationally recognised and manyemployers require ILM membershipfrom their supervisors.

What will I study?

The course is assessed by using acombination of assignments and awork based project.

The course consists of ten modulesincluding:• Understanding Change• Planning Change• Time Management• Stress Management• Leadership• Motivation Planning work• Organisations in context• Culture and Ethics• Problem solving• Influencing others.

The modules will be assessed byassignments and a changemanagement report. Students will berequired to spend some timecompleting assignments and theirproject outside College. This will varyaccording to individual needs, andcoursework deadlines.

Final award

L3 ILM Certificate in First LineManagement

Management Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management (ILM)

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This course is designed for both managers and team leaders who are newly

promoted, or those who are aiming for a managerial position in the near future.


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This level 1 qualification is aimed

at a learner seeking a first

qualification in the practical use of

computerised accounts.

Candidates should have a familiaritywith a computer keyboard andknowledge of basic book-keepingterminology to have an advantage. It isdesigned for anyone wishing to learnhow to use the SAGE accountingpackage or to gain a first qualificationin practical computerised accounting.

What will I study?

Students will learn how to:• Create new accounts in the

purchase, sales and nominalledgers

• How to post invoices, credit notes,payments and receipts to theledgers

• How to produce variousmanagement reports including atrial balance and activity reports.

Fees include materials and exam entryfor City & Guilds level 1. Level 1 isassessed by one exam of one hour induration.

Final award

SAGE Level 1 Computerised Accounts


This course is open to

candidates seeking to extend

their skills in this field,

perhaps following on from

Bookkeeping and Sage

Accounts Level 1.

What will I study?

The aim of the qualification is toenable learners to carry outevery day operational aspectsof computerised accounts.

These will include:• Processing accounting

transactions• Producing customer and

supplier documentation• Producing reports such as

aged creditor analysis andsales day book summariesfor management purposes

• Processing a wages journaland dealing with discounts.

This qualification is assessed bya two hour question paper,which will be externally marked.

Final award

SAGE Level 2 ComputerisedAccounts

Sage Level 1Computerised Accounts

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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are neededbut familiarity with a computerkeyboard and basic numeracy skillsare required. Knowledge of basicbook-keeping would be anadvantage.

Location


Application



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Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Sage Computerised Accounts Level1 and a knowledge of basic book-keeping would be an advantage.

Location


Application


Candidatesshould have afamiliarity with a computerkeyboard andknowledge of basicbookkeepingterminology to have anadvantage.



SageLevel2 Computerised Accounts



Increased customer satisfaction: A motivated andcompetent workforce will enable your business to deliver;they are, without question, the most significant element ofyour success. Abingdon and Witney College will work withyou to develop staff, grow their confidence and feed thatback into the performance of your business.

Greater staff motivation: Staff who understand yourobjectives and support the ethos you believe in will putcustomer satisfaction first and deliver quality work that drivesyour business forwards. Motivated teams are more flexibleand achieve higher levels of productivity. Training improvesstaff motivation and demonstrates your commitment to thecontinual improvement of your business.

Improved and demonstrable staff competence:

Employees who are competent and work in the way youwant are invaluable. Their ability to deliver well in their jobrole makes a significant contribution to the success of yourbusiness. Our higher education courses enable youremployees to acquire the skills they need to take on higherlevels of responsibility within your organisation and give thestudents the knowledge and confidence they need to do thiseffectively.

Abingdon and Witney College has a long track record ofworking with employers to provide innovative trainingsolutions to improve business performance. Our highereducation portfolio is only one part of our training offer tobusinesses. If you would like to discuss other professionalcourses or training and development opportunities, pleasecall and ask to speak to one of our training advisors.

Information for employers

Computerised Accounts Level 3 is for

skilled and experienced users with a solid

understanding of manual bookkeeping and

accounting principles, as well as some

working knowledge of computerised

accounts, who are looking for a qualification

that reflects their knowledge and ability.

Level 3 is assessed by one exam of 2.5 hour induration.

The aim of the examination is to test thecandidates ability in the setting up and operationof a computerised accounts software package,involving the interpretation and processing of bothroutine and non-routine transactions, togetherwith the production of the profit and loss accountand balance sheet.

What will I study?

On this course students will learn how to deal withmonth end procedures including:• Stock• Prepayments• Accruals• Depreciation• Bad debt• Addition• Disposal of a fixed asset• Contra entries• Recurring entries.

Final award

SAGE Level 3 Computerised Accounts


FactFile

Course duration

Part-time

Entry requirements

Subject to an interview

Location


Application


Sage Level 3 Computerised Accounts


Abingdon 01235 555 585 | Witney 01993 703 464 33

How to applyApplying for part time Foundation

Degrees

• Go direct to abingdonwitney.ac.uk

and download the part time

application form which can be

found under Course Finder / Part

Time Courses /Higher Education

• If you cannot access our website,

please visit the College in person or

call 01235 555585. An application

pack will be posted to you which

you should complete and return to

the address on the back of this

prospectus.

Enrolling for Professional courses

• Go direct to abingdonwitney.ac.uk

and download the part time

enrolment form which can be found

under Course Finder / Part Time

Courses

• If you cannot access our website,

please visit the College in person or

call 01235 555585. An enrolment pack

will be posted to you. Complete the

form and return to the address on the

back of this prospectus

• Our professionally qualified careers

advisers can help if you need advice

about choosing a course or applying.

To book an appointment please

contact Marija Murthwaite 01235

216308 (Abingdon). Or Euan McCall

01933 208104 (Witney).

Applying for full time Honours and

Foundation Degrees:

• Find out more about courses and

career options, by attending open

events and looking online at the

University and Colleges Admissions

Service – www.ucas.com and

www.prospects.ac.uk – a website

offering careers advice for

graduates.

• The UCAS website contains lots of

advice on how to make an

application. When you are ready,

click on the ‘apply’ button and

register as an independent

applicant (unless you are applying

through a School or College)

• The personal statement is a vital

part of the process as it gives you

the chance to sell yourself and give

an insight into your experience,

skills and passion for the course.

It is worth writing drafts of the

statement and getting feedback to

maximise your application

• The UCAS application requires a

wide range of information from

educational qualifications, course

choices, work history and your

personal statement. Once you have

gathered all the information the

form is fairly straightforward to

complete

• There is a help feature at the top of

each page that will guide you

through the process

• The form can be saved and closed

at any time, returning to it at your

convenience

• In the Personal Details section you

can select how you are paying for

your course. Many students

applying for student loans will

select option 2 – UK, ChI, loM or EU

student finance services.

• Those being funded through other

avenues will need to consider the

different options e.g. 01 private

finance or 90 other source

• Students can apply for student

loans from February online at

https://www.gov.uk/student-

finance-register-login. Learners are

encouraged to complete their

application by May 30 2014

• The application fee for one course

is £12 and £23 for 2-5 courses. The

fee needs to be paid online before

the application is accepted

• The official UCAS deadline is

January 15th 2014. However if you

apply by June 30th 2014 your

application will still be sent through

to the universities to consider.

Applications after this date go into

‘clearing’, where students can

apply and be considered for

remaining places from August 14

2014

For those students who miss the

UCAS deadline of 30 June 2013, it is

still possible to apply to study on an

Honours or Foundation Degree.

Simply download an application form

from the College website (add link

here) and submit this. You will then be

invited to attend an interview.


What are the entry requirements?

These vary from course to course.Please see the detail contained withinthis guide or look on our website forfurther information. If you do not havetraditional qualifications such as ALevels or BTECs, then do not worry –we can still help. Our Access courseprovide an ideal route for people whohave not studied for some time or forpeople who have non-traditionaleducational backgrounds. Give us acall to discuss your options.

When do Higher Education

courses start?

Most courses start in September eachyear, however some courses do start inJanuary. Other courses run throughoutthe year and have multiple start dates.Visit our website for up to dateinformation about the latest start datesfor the course you are interested in.

What is the cost and when do I

need to pay?

The cost of Higher Educationqualifications vary depending on whichcourse you are interested in.

The cost of Foundation Degrees andHonours Degrees in 2014/15 is £6,120per annum for full time study. You canapply for a tuition fee loan to spread thecost of the fees for these courses. Youwill only need to repay this loan whenyou are earning more than £21,000 peryear and once you have finished your

course. You only pay back apercentage of your earnings above£21,000 per year which can work out tobe a very affordable way to take ahigher education course. For example,if you earn £25,000 per year yourrepayments will work out atapproximately £30 per month. If younever earn enough to repay your loan itwill be written off after 30 years.

The cost of professional courses variesconsiderably depending on the lengthof the course. Many of these costconsiderably less than a FoundationDegree. Further details can be found onour website.

Many students receive financialassistance or sponsorship from theiremployers. If a course is related to yourjob role then you could ask youremployer if they are willing tocontribute towards your fees.

Disabled Students’ Allowance

If you are studying for a highereducation course and have a disabilityor learning difficulty then you may beeligible for funding support. Thisallowance is to cover additional costswhich you may incur because of yourdisability, for example, provision ofequipment such as a computer. Callour student support team to find outmore.

Am I a student of Oxford Brookes

University too?

If you are studying a FoundationDegree or Honours Degree delivered inpartnership with Oxford BrookesUniversity then yes, you are a studentof theirs, too. You will have full accessto all of their facilities and yourgraduation ceremony will take place

there. If you need to, you can evenapply for a place in their halls ofresidence.

How much time do I need to

study?

Again, this depends on the course youare studying but all courses require youto study in your own time as well asattending classroom sessions. Formost courses you will need to put aside10-15 hours per week for private study.

What support will you provide?

Abingdon and Witney College providesa wide range of support facilities andhave experts on hand to help learners.Many of the courses contain studyskills support units and the friendlystudent support team are alwaysavailable to help with financial orwelfare worries. Individual learningsupport is available for those who need it.

Do I need to be in work to take one

of your higher education

qualifications?

Not necessarily. For some courses,though, this is essential as your studieswill build on your day to day job roleand help you to apply theoreticallearning back into the workplace.Further detail can be found within thecourse descriptions in this guide.

What can I do next?

You could progress on to a higher levelcourse or take additional professionalqualifications. Whatever you choose todo, your higher education qualificationwill provide you with increasedconfidence and knowledge in yoursubject of choice and still significantlyhelp your career prospects.

HE Prospectus FAQsAbingdon andWitney Collegeprovides a widerange ofsupportfacilities andhave experts onhand to helplearners.

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Abingdon

Wootton Road, Abingdon OX14 1GG

01235 555 585

Witney

Holloway Road, Witney OX28 6NE

01993 703 464

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