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Contents

Welcome from the Principal

Applying to study at SLC

Why choose SLC?

Faculty of Construction

The College

Faculty of Care

Living in and around East Kilbride

Faculty of Business

Living in Scotland

Courses Contact Us

Welcome from the Principal

I’m delighted that you’re considering studying at South Lanarkshire College (SLC) and I hope that this booklet helps you in selecting your course of study.

Students from all over the world have chosen to study at South Lanarkshire College. Just like you they benefit from learning from an international perspective, from experiencing new cultures and from becoming more fluent in English. We know that choosing to study overseas is a big decision and I hope that this booklet provides you with the information that you need to help you take that step.

The booklet shows in detail the courses and programmes that we offer for international students at South Lanarkshire College and gives you information on the wide range of support that’s there to help you be successful in your chosen career.

We take great pride in the quality of our programmes and success of our students. I know that we have dedicated teams of staff who are there to make sure that our students are successful in their chosen course of study. We work closely with our students and you’ll be involved in lots of aspects of life at SLC.

I’m sure that you’ll find what you’re looking for at South Lanarkshire College and I’d like to take this opportunity to personally wish you success and enjoyment in your future with the College.

Good luck and enjoy your time with us. Stewart McKillop MA (Hons) Dip Acc Dip EdPrincipal

WELCOME

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LIVING IN SCOTLAND

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Living in Scotland

SCOTLAND FACTS Population: 5.1 million

One third of the landmass of Great Britain

Currency: Pound sterling

Capital city: Edinburgh

Largest city: Glasgow

Average summer temperature: 15 – 22 Celsius

Average winter temperature: 5 – 7 Celsius

Education system dating back to 1496.

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Scotland is a world class provider of education and training, offering a pathway to students from around the world to enhance their learning, whilst developing their understanding of the Scottish culture and business practices.

Scotland has long attracted international students due to the opportunities offered by our fantastic educational establishments and our reputation for warm, friendly hospitality.

It’ll come as no surprise, therefore, to tell you that over 48,000 international students studied in Scotland last year, studying a wide range of subjects at colleges and universities and taking advantage of the enjoyable and exciting lifestyle on offer.

Scotland is a beautiful country, famous worldwide for its scenery. Mountains, lochs, glens and coastline all steeped in history and tradition surround us. There are castles, palaces and country houses with beautiful gardens; museums and art galleries; theatres, clubs, cinemas and exhibition centres nearby. Every year the world famous Edinburgh International Festival and Military Tattoo take place in Scotland’s capital. The Glasgow Comedy Festival and Celtic Connections Festival are also fantastic annual events.

Recreational activities are readily available such as fishing, climbing, walking, skiing and golf. For those of you who enjoy shopping, Glasgow boasts the UK’s largest retail centre outside of London. The ‘Style Mile’ in Glasgow city centre is home to malls, high street chains, department stores and independent boutiques. It really is a shopper’s paradise!

You’ll never be short of things to do. For more information about Scotland, check out the Visit Scotland website: www.visitscotland.com

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LIVING IN AND AROUND EAST KILBRIDE

Living in and around East Kilbride

South Lanarkshire College is in East Kilbride. East Kilbride is Scotland’s 6th largest town and is around twenty minutes drive from Glasgow city centre. East Kilbride offers the best of both worlds - lots of parks and green country fields as well as excellent shopping, recreation and cultural facilities. Excellent transport links to Glasgow and Edinburgh make East Kilbride an ideal location. London is only a one hour flight away from Glasgow.

East Kilbride is home to many high tech industries and globally renowned companies such as Coca Cola, Rolls Royce and Burns Stewart Whisky Distillers. There are lots of fun things to do near the College - we have a country park right on our doorstep, a loch where you can take part in water sports and there are a number of gyms and swimming pools. We also have several golf courses, a cinema, an ice rink, a Playsport centre which includes freestyle jumping, a theatre, an arts centre and lots of restaurants and bars to choose from. The town centre is home to a large mall with 180 shops, catering and leisure outlets.

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TRAVELClose to our campus in East Kilbride there are two international airports - one in Glasgow and one in Edinburgh. Scotland’s airports link directly with many major international airports including at least two daily flights to Dubai from Glasgow and numerous flights to London every day.

In addition, there are extensive rail and road links across the country and into Scotland. In and around East Kilbride and Glasgow there’s an extensive bus and train network making it very easy to get around whichever mode of transport you choose.

ACCOMMODATIONYou choose the type of accommodation that’s right for you. When you first arrive, we’ll arrange a week’s free accommodation for you and during that time we’ll help you to find more permanent accommodation. Some students choose to live in Halls of Residence nearby. Many students like to live in private, rented accommodation with other students. We’re here to help you at every step and will assist you in finding somewhere to live.

COST OF LIVINGIn addition to your course fees, we would recommend budgeting for around £11,000 for living expenses over a year. Of course, this figure is an indication and will vary for each individual. Everyone knows that one person’s weekly budget might only last another person a couple of days. In this guide we aim to give you a good idea of costs, but much depends on your own personal choices.Here are some costs of basic goods for your information:

The following is only a very rough breakdown of costs per month for a single student in average priced self-catering accommodation. Remember there might be other one-off costs for example for a deposit on your accommodation, insurance or travel costs if you’d like to visit other parts of the UK while you’re here.

Loaf of bread £1.00

1 litre of semi-skimmed milk £1.00

6 medium eggs £1.70

Butter/margarine (500g) £1.00

Cheese (250g) £2.00

Cooking oil (1 litre) £1.60

Pasta – uncooked spaghetti (500g) £0.80

Rice (1kg) £1.85

Noodles (300g) £1.60

Coca-Cola (2 litres) £1.90

Instant coffee (100g) £2.00

Tea bags (80 bags) £1.85

Mineral water (2 litres) £0.85

Cup of coffee in a café £1.40 – £3.00

Cup of tea in a café £1.00+

Non-alcoholic drink £1.20+

Daily newspaper 50p-£2.00

Paperback books £7.00 +

Magazine £2.50+

Cinema ticket £5.50 – £7.00

Type of expense Approximate cost

Accommodation £450

Food £180

Clothes £60

Travel £40

Laundry, stationery, stamps, toiletries £30

Telephone/internet £40

Entertainment £100

Total: £900

Hopefully these costs give you an idea of how to plan. You could also have a look at this budget calculator: international.studentcalculator.org

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Scotland is a world-class provider of education and training, offering a pathway to students from around the world to enhance their learning.

THE COLLEGE

The College

SLC QUICK FACTS• Our most recent government

inspection report found that teaching and learning at the College are of an excellent standard. We were the first college in Scotland to achieve top grades in all areas of our inspection

• Our building is state-of-the-art and offers outstanding teaching and learning facilities

• Top class facilities; £2.6 million+ investment in a new building is underway

• Robust links with business and industry

• In 2011, South Lanarkshire College became the first organisation in Scotland to be recognised as a full ‘INVESTOR IN DIVERSITY’

• In 2014 we were absolutely delighted to be the first college in Scotland to be formally accredited as Leader in Diversity at level 3

• In 2010 the College was awarded Investors in People (IiP) Gold Standard and was also given a ten-year membership award

• In 2013, IiP Gold Standard was awarded once again, making SLC one of only 72 organisations in Scotland to have achieved Gold Status, putting us in the top 3% of all IiP accredited organisations across the UK.

SLC has a strong history with origins dating back to 1948. Today we offer a bright, modern learning environment and excellent learning resources where we have a strong focus on innovative thinking, skills development and links with industry and employers. Our vision is to be Scotland’s leading provider of college education and training and we strive to make sure that all our students have a positive and very rewarding experience at the College.

Most of our students come to college to enhance their future job prospects and therefore our focus is on delivering vocational qualifications and developing skills to make our learners more employable. As a community college, we’re pleased to work with a wide range of partners to improve the skills, knowledge and job prospects of our students.

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WHY CHOOSE SLC?

Why choose SLC?

LEARNINGOur robust industry links, experienced teaching staff and work-focused courses prepare you for the working world and the ever changing economy.

EMPLOYABILITYWe help students academically and practically to develop essential transferable skills that today’s employers and global companies are looking for.

STUDENT EXPERIENCESLC provides a strong support system whether it’s relating to the curriculum, career planning or personal well-being.

STUDENT FACILITIES• Well-equipped Library

and Learning Centre• Free Wi-Fi throughout the building• Spacious, well equipped labs,

classrooms and workshops• Free laptop hire• Virtual learning environment• Coffee bar• Café Bistro• Food court• On campus shop• Quiet Room• Student Association• Advice Centre• International Office• The Salon and Spa.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLSAs competition for jobs increases and the economy changes, it’s more important than ever that our students gain not only specialist knowledge and skills but transferable skills to enable you to be truly global citizens.

Transferable skills can include:• Communication• Leadership• Time management• Negotiation• Problem solving• Team building.

Many employers value transferable skills as highly as they do subject knowledge, and demonstrating these talents is a great way to stand out and gain a competitive edge in the international job market.

The College helps learners to develop all of these important skills and many more, increasing your employability upon graduation.

INDUSTRY LINKSWe continually work with business and industry, allowing us to offer the most relevant, flexible and practical courses. These highly vocational programmes produce graduates with sought after employment skills.

TEACHING STAFF WITH INDUSTRY EXPERIENCESLC teaching staff have a wealth of professional and industry experience. This experience allows learners to gain an understanding of today’s workplace and provides a valuable insight into applying knowledge in real-world situations.

COURSE DESIGNOur courses are designed to enhance your skills and knowledge to suit the needs of employers. Learners receive valuable input from leading business and industry experts in their subject field. There are also opportunities to carry out project work and case studies for businesses that give practical, hands-on experience, teaching you invaluable skills for the future.

PROGRESSION ROUTESWhen you successfully complete your studies at SLC you may wish to progress to university to complete a Degree. We have excellent university links and we’ll work with you to identify a suitable programme and can help you with your application.

ACADEMIC SUPPORTIt’s important to us that all learners benefit from a positive experience while studying at SLC. Our high quality of academic support allows you to make the most of your learning environment, helping you to achieve your full potential.

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LEARNING ENVIRONMENTAll SLC staff are approachable and lecturers are available to guide learners through their studies. Many departments operate an open learning environment - where learners can speak with lecturers on a one-to-one basis. There are guidance sessions every week, which learners can use to discuss course queries as and when they arise. Help is always on hand when needed!

GUIDANCE TUTORLearners are also assigned a guidance tutor who’ll be available to talk about any aspect of the course and help with course related questions. You’ll find this particularly useful as it provides a consistent and reliable solution to course related issues.

MOODLEOur web-based learning platform Moodle provides access from any location to online course materials.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORTInternational students are offered English language support throughout your time at SLC. IELTS preparation and testing is offered at no extra cost to international students.

SMALL CLASS SIZESLearners benefit from small class sizes of around 20 people meaning that you receive the support needed to achieve your goals.

THE INTERNATIONAL OFFICEOur International Office team takes a personal interest in the welfare of our international students. We get to know all of our students and are here to help you as best we can. We’ll make arrangements for you to be picked up from the airport when you arrive, we’ll help you to arrange accommodation, we’ll help you to get a mobile phone and Wi-Fi access. We’ll help you to open a bank account and to register with a doctor. If you need assistance with anything, just ask! Throughout your time at the College we’ll arrange outings and cultural activities to help you experience life in Scotland and to make the most of your time here.

For more information on the full range of services available visit: www.slc.ac.uk

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APPLYING TO STUDY AT SLC

Applying to study at SLC

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou must demonstrate that you meet the entry requirements for the programme that you wish to study. Normally you should have successfully completed at least your high school leaving certificate. Some courses will have additional entry requirements so please have a look on our website www.slc.ac.uk for details. We recognise that international applicants from around the world have a wide range of relevant qualifications and therefore we consider all applications on their own merit.

If you require further advice about subject choice, entry requirements or the application process please contact the International Office: [email protected]

ENGLISH LANGUAGEAll applicants whose first language is a language other than English (including applicants from the EEA and Switzerland) will need to have an IELTS certificate.

Applicants to HNC or HND courses must be able to demonstrate an IELTS score of at least 5.0 in all components: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Students from outside the EEA or Switzerland also need to make sure that they meet the UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office) requirements for English

language. We recommend that you check their website for the most up-to-date requirements: www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa/knowledge-of-english

HOW TO APPLYStudents from the EEA and Switzerland are able to apply for any course that the College offers. Please check our website for our full list of courses.

Students from outside the EEA and Switzerland are able to apply for courses at HNC level and above. You’ll find details of these courses further on in this booklet.

You can apply online at www.slc.ac.uk or email [email protected] and we’ll send you an application form.

We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible and at least by the end of May if you plan to start college in August.

When you submit your application form you’ll also be required to upload the following supporting documents:• Copies of all relevant academic

documents (transcripts in addition to award certificate)

• IELTS test certificate (see English Language section)

• Copy of passport (front cover, photograph page, signature page and visa page if applicable)

• Statement of intent

Please note that all correspondence from the College in relation to international applications will be conducted via email. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can about your application.

Successful applicants will receive a Conditional Offer via email, which will give conditions on academic matters, tuition fees, finance, methods of payment and our refund policy. Your Conditional Offer will contain details of how to make arrangements for an interview with staff from the College. Please note that all international students will be interviewed as part of the application process.

Applicants who are successful at interview and who have met all the other conditions set out in their Conditional Offer letter will be invited to pay their course fees. Once full payment of the first year course fee has been received by the College, a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (known as a CAS) and an Unconditional Offer will be issued. You can use your CAS to complete your visa application.

For further information please contact us by emailing: [email protected]

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VISASIf you’re an EEA or Swiss national then you don’t need permission to enter the UK or to study here.

If you’re a student from outside of the EEA or Switzerland, you’ll need to apply for a visa to study in with us. To check whether you need a visa please visit: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

For information on Tier 4 visa requirements please visit: www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa

Please be aware that it can take some time to make sure that you meet all the visa requirements and for your visa application to be processed. We advise you to make your application in plenty of time.

COURSE FEESFor information about fees please contact us on [email protected]

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Our robust industry links, experienced teaching staff and work-focused courses prepare you for the working world.

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Courses

We have a wide range of programmes on offer which lead to the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) awards. The HND is the equivalent to the first two years at university and many learners who complete the HND transfer directly in to the third year of a relevant university Degree programme. Our fees are considerably lower than university fees so SLC is a very attractive option for international learners.

On successful completion of a course at South Lanarkshire College we’ll help with your next step. If you choose to progress on to university we have articulation agreements in place with several well known universities and can help you to make an informed choice about the future.

In addition to the courses mentioned in this booklet we also offer Pre-Masters programmes for students who already have a Degree or diploma from their home country, who need an additional qualification in order to go on to a Masters Degree at university. If you’re interested in a Pre-Masters course at SLC please email: [email protected]

Our reputation for quality is outstanding. Scottish qualifications are recognised and respected worldwide.

In 2007 SLC was the first college in Scotland to have learning and teaching graded Very Good (the maximum grade) in every subject area reviewed by Education Scotland (formerly Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education).

This achievement was repeated in 2011 in our last full inspection, when the inspector’s review, based on the new review criteria, again resulted in the College having the best review report in the sector. Education Scotland found many examples of excellence and sector-leading practice at SLC.

COURSES

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Faculty of Business

The Faculty of Business is a dynamic, diverse Faculty, offering a wide range of courses ranging from very practical courses such as Hospitality and Professional Cookery to largely theoretical courses such as Accounting and Business. Also on offer are courses that are a combination of practical and theory for example Events Management and Working with Communities. You’ll find information about all the courses available to international students in the pages that follow.

The Faculty is delighted to offer award winning, state-of-the art facilities for our students. This, combined with the support of our highly qualified teaching teams and the effective working relationships between our staff and students, contributes to our students’ outstanding successes. Our students have won many coveted national and international accolades for their exceptional achievements and we’re really proud of them. We also celebrate our students’ successes every year at our end-of-year award ceremonies.

International students within the Faculty of Business study on our HNC and HND courses and benefit from our great links with business and industry.

As a student in the Faculty you’ll benefit from opportunities to network with business leaders in your chosen area. In addition, some of our courses have professional or industry qualifications embedded within them so that you’re already one step ahead when you move on. Many of our international students have gone on to university on completion of their HNC or HND, subsequently achieving outstanding results in their Degree programmes.

We can work together to guide you in the right direction and open up world-wide opportunities for you.

Now is your time to be successful.

FACULTY OF BUSINESSWWW.SLC.AC.UK

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COURSE CODE: ABZHNDACCSCQF Level 7 and 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Recording of financial

information• Preparation of

final accounts• Financial accounting

software• Cost accounting• Management accounting• Using IT for planning

and control• Financial reporting

and analysis• Specialised transactions• Taxation• Group award graded units

Optional units may include:• Auditing• Income tax• Payroll• Business law• Company law• Business statistics• Communication• Economics• Marketing• IT applications• Customer care

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS• Please see page 16

COURSE DURATIONFull time – 2 years

NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd or 3rd year of Accounting or Finance Degrees, exemptions from professional examinations. The College offers the 3rd year of the Degree BAcc in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland.

JOB OPTIONS Trainee accountant, financial or supervisory role within accounting, banking or financial sectors.

HND ACCOUNTING

COURSE CODE: ABZHNCACCSCQF Level 7 and 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Core units include:• Recording of financial

information• Preparation of

final accounts• Financial accounting

software• Cost accounting• Management

accounting using IT• Group award graded unit

Optional units may include:• Business law• Business statistics• Communication• Economics• Marketing• IT applications• Payroll• Customer care


COURSE DURATIONFull time – 1 year

NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd year HND Accounting, exemptions from professional examinations. The College offers the 3rd year Degree BAcc in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland.

JOB OPTIONS Employment in finance departments or with professional accounting practices.

HNC ACCOUNTING

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COURSE CODE: ABUHNCADMIT SCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Administration• Communication• Database• Financial transactions• Graded unit• Office technologies• Personal development

planning• Spreadsheets• Word processing and

presentation skills

Optional units may include:• Computerised payroll

& accounting• Presentation skills• Publishing on the internet• Law• Conferences: an

introduction• Research skills• Medical terminology• Marketing

Candidates taking this qualification may also achieve the PDA in Information Technology and/or PDA Office Administration.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Administration & Information Technology 2nd year, 2nd year of a relevant business Degree

JOB OPTIONS PA, Trainee Executive Assistant, Office Administrator/ Supervisor, Trainee Manager within a wide variety of business and commercial sectors.

HNC ADMINISTRATION & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

COURSE CODE: ABZHNDBUSSCQF Level 7 and 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Financial and management

accounting• Micro, macro and

world economics• Introductory marketing• People management

and behavioural skills• IT applications and

communication technology in business

• Communication• Business culture

and strategy• Introductory business law• Business statistics• Group award graded units

Optional units may include:• Financial recording• Financial accounting

software• Payroll• Desktop publishing• International marketing• Customer care• Administration• Personal and team

development

Optional units will vary depending on specialism.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd or 3rd year of Degree programme

JOB OPTIONS A range of commercial, managerial or administrative positions.

HND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT WITH ECONOMICS, LEGAL STUDIES, MARKETING, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT


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COURSE CODE: ABZHNCBUSSCQF Level 7 and 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Accounting• Economics• Marketing• People management• IT applications• Communication• Group award graded unit

Optional units may include:• Business law• Economics• Business statistics• Financial recording• Financial accounting

software• Administration• Personal and team

development• Languages

Optional units will vary depending on specialism.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd year HND Business

JOB OPTIONS A range of commercial, managerial or administrative positions

HNC BUSINESSWITH ECONOMICS, LEGAL STUDIES, MARKETING, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

COURSE CODE: ABUHNCCADMSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Customer care• Databases• Graded unit 1• Hospital patient

administration• Learning through practice• Safe working

practice for care• Sociology for care• Spreadsheets• Therapeutic relationships• Understanding personal

and professional development

• Word processing and presentation skills

Optional units may include:• Medical terminology• Recording financial

information• Marketing• Business law• Work experience

Candidates may also achieve a PDA in Information Technology.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Care and Administration Practice (Administration route 2), Year 2 of Business and Management Degree, BA Integrated Public Services – year 2.

JOB OPTIONS Administrative role within health sector.

HNC CARE & ADMINISTRATIVE PRACTICE(Administration Route 2)

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COURSE CODE: ABUHNDCOMPSSCQF Level 7/8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:Year 1• Computer systems

fundamentals• Developing software• Relational database

management systems• Managing a web server• Professionalism and ethics• Software development:

websites for multi-platform use

• Troubleshooting computer problems

• Team work in computing• Graded unit 1• Graded Unit 2 (project)

Optional units may include• SQL Introduction• Databases: Introduction• Database Design

Fundamentals• Software Development:

Applications Development• Software Development:

Programming Foundations• User Interface Design• Mathematics for

Computing• Project Management• Technical Support• Work Experience• Client Operating Systems


COURSE DURATIONFull time – 2 Years

NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSYou may also apply for Year 2/3 entry to a wide range of Degree courses at many Universities.

JOB OPTIONS IT, Software Development, Technical Support.

HND COMPUTER SCIENCE (Yr 1) On Track 2 UniversityNew 2+2 Degree course2 year at SLC + 2 years at University

COURSE CODE: ABLHNCCOUNSSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENT• Relationship-Centered

Counselling• Stages 1,2 & 3 of the Three

Stage Integrative Model• Counselling Theory• The Humanistic• Psychodynamic• Behavioural • Cognitive approaches



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSPossible progress to Degree level study in Counselling.

JOB OPTIONS Career in counselling, mentorship and guidance.

HNC COUNSELLING


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COURSE CODE: ABUHNDEVNTSSCQF Level 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:Year 1• Events applications• Events budgeting

and funding• Events industry: an

introduction• Event legislation

safety and licensing• Work experience• Communication• Marketing• Using software

application packages• Graded unit 1

Year 2• Conferences: an

introduction• Managing an event• Behavioural skills

for business• Food and beverage events• Preparing and presenting

a business plan

Optional units may include• Research skills• Personal development

planning• Principles and

practices of selling• Customer care• Digital culture online

communication• Public relations

Candidates taking this qualification may also achieve the PDA in Events Operations and/or PDA in Events.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd or 3rd Year Degree entry depending on options taken

JOB OPTIONS Employment as junior or deputy manager within the hospitality or events sector.

COURSE CODE: ABUHNCEVNTSSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Event applications• Event budgeting

and funding• Events industry: an

introduction• Events legislation:

safety and licensing• Work experience• Communication• Marketing• Using software

application packages• Graded unit 1

Optional units may include:• Research skills• Personal development

planning• Principles and

practices of selling• Customer care• Digital culture online

communication• Human resource

management• Public relations

Candidates taking this qualification may also achieve the PDA in Events Operations and/or PDA in Events.



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Events Management, 2nd year Degree entry.

JOB OPTIONS Trainee or supervisory position within the hospitality or events sector.

HND EVENTS MANAGEMENT

HNC EVENTS

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COURSE CODE: ABHHNDHMANSCQF Level 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Hospitality management

accounting• Management of food and

beverage operations• Accommodation

management• Managing hospitality

organisations• Managing financial

resources in hospitality• Hospitality: graded unit 2

Optional units from the following categories may include:• Human resource

management• Workplace / employment

experience• Hospitality & business

enterprise



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSA relevant Hospitality Degree

JOB OPTIONS Employment at junior management level within the hospitality industry.

COURSE CODE: ABHHNCHOSPSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Food and beverage service• Food hygiene intermediate• Hospitality financial

and control systems• Hospitality industry• Hospitality supervision• Hospitality: graded unit 1

Optional units include:• Food production processes• Accommodation servicing• Hospitality front office

procedures 1

Additional optional units from the following categories may also be studied:• Workplace/employment

experience• Hospitality• Business and enterprise



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSOn successful completion of the HNC Hospitality course, students may gain entry to 2nd year of HND Hospitality Management. It would be advantageous if 3 additional optional units were completed and/or industrial experience in the hospitality industry was undertaken prior to the HND Hospitality Management course commencing.

JOB OPTIONS Employment at junior management level within the hospitality industry.

HND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

HNC HOSPITALITY


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COURSE CODE: ABZHNDHRMSCQF Level 7 and 8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• HR management:

introduction• Individual employment

relations: law• Individual employment

relations: practice• Continuing professional

development: introduction• HR management:

introduction to finance• Recruitment, selection

and induction• Interviewing• HR management: the

business context• HR management:

graded unit 1• Collective Employment

Relations: Law• Research methods

in human resource management

• Employee resourcing and talent management

• Learning and development: introduction

• Behavioural skills for business

• Business culture and strategy

• HR management: graded unit 2



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONS2nd or 3rd Year of a Degree programme

JOB OPTIONS A range of commercial, managerial or administrative positions.

COURSE CODE: ABZHNCHRMSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• HR management:

an introduction• HR management: the

business context• Individual employment

relations: law• Individual employment

relations: practice• Interviewing• CPD: an introduction• Recruitment, selection

and induction• HR management

graded unit 1

Optional units may include:• Financial accounting:

an introduction• Management accounting:

an introduction• Business enterprise• Business decisions

areas: finance, human resource management

• Business decisions areas: marketing and operations

• Working with others• ESOL: study-related

contexts



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Human Resource Management, HND Business

JOB OPTIONS Employment in a business context in HR Management, Business Management or other business related areas.

HND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

HNC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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COURSE CODE: ABUHNCIMESCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTThe packages used include MS Project, Adobe Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator and Dreamweaver

Core units include:• Interactive media

planning and authoring• Working within a

project team• User interface design• Digital imaging• Web development• Video• Graded unit 1

Optional units may include:• Desktop publishing• IT applications• SQL



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Media courses 2nd year, HND Interactive Media 2nd year, access to 2nd yearDegree course

JOB OPTIONS Multimedia developer, internet developer, interface designer.

COURSE CODE: ABHHNCPRCKSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTThe HNC Professional Cookery course contains both practical and theoretical elements.

Core units include:• Food classification

and purchase• Food hygiene intermediate• Hospitality financial

and control systems• Hospitality supervision• Professional cookery:

graded unit 1

Optional units include:• Production cookery:

cold kitchen• Production cookery:

hot kitchen• Production cookery:

sweets and desserts

Additional optional units from the following categories may also be studied:• Hospitality• Business and enterprise• Workplace / employment

experience



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Professional Cookery

JOB OPTIONS Employment at supervisory level within the catering industry.

HNC INTERACTIVE MEDIA AND WEB DESIGN

HNC PROFESSIONAL COOKERY


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COURSE CODE: ABHSVQ3PCPSCQF Level 6

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Develop positive

working relationships with colleagues

• Maintain the health, hygiene, safety and security of the working environment

• Maintain food safety when storing, preparing and cooking food

• Prepare fish, meat, poultry and vegetables for complex dishes

• Cook and finish fish, meat, poultry and vegetable complex dishes

• Prepare, cook and finish dressings, cold and hot sauces, bread, dough and pastry products

• Prepare and cook complex hot and cold desserts

Optional units include:• Prepare, cook and

finish complex shellfish and game dishes

• Prepare, finish and present canapés and cocktail products



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHNC Professional Cookery

JOB OPTIONS Employment within the catering industry.

COURSE CODE: ABUHNCTRAVLSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Customer care• Employment in travel

and tourism• Graded Unit 1• Marketing principles• Travel and tourism industry

Optional units may include:• Airline and airport

operations• Communication• Digital culture: online

communications• International tourist

destinations• Marketing• Presentation skills• Scottish tourism• Senior air cabin crew• Software applications



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Travel and Tourism – 2ND year.

JOB OPTIONS In the travel and tourism industry in customer services, tour operations, tourist and information services, retail and business travel agents, airlines, airports and cruise operators.

SVQ LEVEL 3 PROFESSIONAL COOKERY (Preparation & Cooking)

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COURSE CODE: ABLHNCWRKCSCQF Level 7

This course offers you the opportunity to further develop your knowledge and related skills in the specific context of community learning and development, providing people working in the community with an opportunity to gain an HN Qualification. Students have the opportunity to undertake a placement in youth work, adult education or community work in either the statutory or the voluntary sector.

COURSE CONTENT• Principles and practice

of community learning and development

• Managing resources• Working with

community groups• Sociology• Learning approaches• Adult education• Working with young people• Capacity building• Community groups• Graded unit



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSPossible progress to Degree level study.

JOB OPTIONS Working within the area of Community Learning and Development.

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We have a wide range of programmes on offer which lead to the SQA Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma awards.

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The Faculty of Care offers a wide range of courses to our students. Our Faculty programmes range from Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy to Health & Social Care and Early Education & Childcare, among others. You’ll find information about all the courses available to international students in the pages that follow.

The learning facilities within the Faculty are exceptional- you’ll find state-of-the-art equipment and resources available. Many of the courses that we offer include a practical element and our workshops and classrooms provide you with a realistic working environment, to help you to develop the necessary skills required for your future.

We’ll work closely with you to make sure that you achieve the best results possible in your HNC or HND programme. The programmes within the Faculty are delivered by highly qualified staff with a wide range of specialist industry experience. You’ll have many opportunities to network with leaders in your chosen area. We also work with partner employers to make sure that our courses really help you develop the skills that you’ll need for the future. Many of our international students have gone on to achieve excellent further qualifications and to have extremely successful careers in their chosen field.

We’re an award winning Faculty and we’re really proud of our students’ success in national and international event and competitions. We also really enjoy celebrating our students’ achievements at our annual end-of-year award ceremonies.

When you complete your course with us in the Faculty of Care, we’ll work together to help you make your next step. We’re absolutely committed to providing you with a positive and inspiring experience.

Now is your time to achieve your potential.

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COURSE CONTENTWorkplace experience is dependent on receipt of a satisfactory PVG check.

Core units:• ASN: programme planning• ASN: working in an

additional support needs setting

• Communication: analysing and presenting complex communication

• ASN: collaborating with other agencies

• ASN: managing quality• ASN: effective leadership

and management• ASN: managing and

supporting the services• Graded Unit 2

Optional units:• Manage and understand

the implications of autistic spectrum disorders

• ASN: policy and social services

• ASN: behaviour analysis and coping strategies

• ASN: Understanding and supporting individuals with dyslexia



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSSuccessful completion may allow students to progress to a Degree in Social Work. Progression is dependent on a satisfactory PVG check.

JOB OPTIONS The HND may enhance employment prospects for those working as supervisors/first line managers in an ASN setting, those seeking promotion to a supervisory/management position. Career progression will be subject to receipt of asatisfactory PVG check.

COURSE CONTENTCore units:• Principles of practice• Theoretical approaches

to learning • The effects on human

development• Workplace practice• Supporting the

individual: graded unit

Optional units:• Learning approaches• Protection of individuals

from harm and abuse• Communication difficulties



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSSuccessful completion may allow students to progress to Progression to HND Additional Support Needs: Managing and Supporting the Services, Year 2 of a Degree.

JOB OPTIONS Employment available in a range of services supporting individuals with additional support needs. Progression is subject to a satisfactory PVG check.

COURSE CODE: AHSHNDADSN SCQF Level 8

COURSE CODE: AHSHNCADSNSCQF Level 8

HND ADDITIONAL SUPPORT NEEDS: MANAGING & SUPPORTING THE SERVICES

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COURSE CONTENTThere is a high level of self directed study and students are required to undertake work experience as part of the course. Students are required to practise treatments on members of the public throughout the course.

Core units include:• Management and practices

of facial and body therapies• Anatomy and physiology

of the human body• Employment

experiences 1 and 2• Contemporary

electrotherapy• Product knowledge• Electro cosmetic therapy• Lifestyle advice for clients• Preparing and presenting

a business plan• Principles and

practices of selling• Graded units 1 and 2

Optional units may include:• Hand and foot treatments• Depilation• Contemporary

aesthetic treatments• Electrical epilation• Body massage• Facial treatments• Spa therapies• Make-up for special

occasions



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSUniversity level courses in complementary therapies.

JOB OPTIONS Successful students may find employment in: salons and clinics; sports centres and health clubs; ocean liners and airlines; retail management; lecturing andassessing; self employment.

COURSE CODE: AHBHNDBEAUSCQF Level 8

COURSE CODE: AHSHNCCAPSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTThe course includes a placement in a health care setting.

Core units:• Essential skills for

care professionals• Hospital patient

administration• Learning through practice• Personal development

planning• Physiology for care

professionals• Principles of

professional practice• Therapeutic relationships:

understanding behaviour• Safe working

practice for care• Sociology for care:

an introduction• Graded unit



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSSuccessful completion may allow students to progress to a Degree programme in Nursing and Allied Health Professions. Some students may access Year 2 of a Nursing Degree. Progression is dependent on a satisfactory PVG check.

JOB OPTIONS Successful students can find employment in Health Care organisations from statutory, voluntary and independent sectors. Career progression will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory PVG check.

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COURSE CODE: AHCNCEECCSCQF Level 6

COURSE CONTENTCourse will include substantial placement experience.• Early education and

childcare: Graded unit 1• Promoting language,

Literacy and numeracy in early education and childcare

• Curriculum and assessment in an early education and childcare setting

• Children and young people’s rights: Provision, protection and participation

• Team working in a care setting

• Contemporary issues for children and families

• Children and young people with additional support needs

• Understanding and supporting children’s behaviour

• Working in an early education and childcare setting

• Theoretical approaches to development and learning


COURSE DURATIONFull-time – 1 year, 2 days in placement

NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSThis course may enable students to progress to: HND Childhood Practice; BA (Hons) Primary Education; Registered Paediatric Nurse Programme; 2nd year BA Childhood Studies; BA/BSc Psychology; BA/BSc Social Sciences; Diploma in Social Work; Degree in Health Studies.

JOB OPTIONS Early Years practitioner and employment in the voluntary, private or local authority sector. Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registered as practitioners.

COURSE CODE: AHAHNDMKARSCQF Level 8

COURSE CONTENTWork experience – this award is subject to a large input of work experience within industry, some of which will have to be gained out with normal College hours.

Core units include:• Basic make-up, skin care

and eye treatments• Fashion and

photographic make-up• Fashion make-up

graded unit 1• Principles and

practices of selling• Using software

application packages• Applied hairdressing• Continuity: cutting and

colouring techniques• Maintenance and

styling of postiche• Period make-up

and hairstyles• Make-up artistry

special effects• Character make-up• Production study• Make-up artistry

graded unit 2• Employment experience 1

Optional units (selected by the college) include:• Training skills• Contribute to the

organisation and presentation of a promotional activity

• Life casting



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSAccess to a university Degree programme

JOB OPTIONS Careers in television, theatre, film, fashion and photography as a make-up artist.

HNC EARLY EDUCATION & CHILDCARE

HND MAKE-UP ARTISTRY

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COURSE CODE: AHSHNCSOCRSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTWorkplace experience is dependent on a satisfactory PVG check.

Core units:• Social policy and its

application to social services provision

• Social care theory for practice

• Psychology for social care practice

• Sociology for social care practice

• Promote effective communication

• Promote health, safety & security in the work setting

• Develop your practice through reflection & learning

• Promote the safeguarding of individuals

• Social care: graded unit 1

SVQ units:• Promote choice, well-

being and the protection of all individuals

• Reflect on and develop your practice

• Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment

• Promote effective communication for and about individuals

Optional units (selected by the College):• Protection of individuals

from possible harm and abuse

• Mental health issues in a care setting



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSSuccessful completion may allow students to progress to HND Additional Support Needs, a Degree in Social Work.

JOB OPTIONS Career opportunities exist to work with a range of services in a variety of care settings. Career progression will be subject to receipt of a satisfactoryPVG check.

COURSE CODE: AHAHNCHAIRSCQF Level 7

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Hairdressing: creative

design in haircutting• Principles and

practices of selling• Communication:

practical skills• CAD: graphic design• Employment experience• Hairdressing: graded unit 1• Hairdressing: colouring,

colour correction and innovative design

Optional units (selected by the College) include:• Training skills• Long hair design• Specialised treatments

of hair & scalp• Contribute to the

organisation• Presentation of a

promotional activity



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Make-up Artistry Year 1

JOB OPTIONS Successful students may find employment as a: senior stylist; salon supervisor/manager; trainer; manufacturer’s technician or sales representative;Alternatively, you could be self-employed.

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Faculty of Construction

The Faculty of Construction is one of the largest training providers in Scotland and is considered as a flagship centre of excellence. Over the last 60 years the Faculty has developed a reputation as a provider of the highest quality education and training. We offer a variety of Construction programmes to meet the needs of our students and the needs of employers in the Construction and Engineering fields.

The Faculty is very proud of student successes at local, national and international level. External organisations including awarding bodies, Education Scotland and industry-led organisations such as the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) have also praised the outstanding successes of our students. Every year we’re delighted to recognise our students’ achievements at our prestigious Construction Awards Evening which is a celebration of their dedication and hard work.

International students within the Faculty of Construction study on our HNC and HND Construction Management courses. You’ll benefit from learning theoretical and practical skills and we’ll work with you to make sure you gain

the maximum benefit from your chosen course of study. Our teaching staff are highly qualified professionals who’ll work with you to help you achieve your potential. Successful achievement of your HNC or HND can allow you to progress to University and many of our international students have gone on to achieve outstanding Degree results and now enjoy successful careers.

Construction Management students and staff work together in a relaxed, responsible and mutually respectful atmosphere which helps students to achieve to the best of their ability.

Now is your time to build your future.

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COURSE CODE: ACTHNDCMGTSCQF Level 7/8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Building science• CAD 2-D1• Construction planning• Technology: domestic

construction• Technology: specialist

systems• Managing construction

organisations• Mathematics• Structural mechanics• Project work



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSStudents successfully completing the HND in Construction Management can progress to Degree level in Construction Management, dependent on grades achieved.

JOB OPTIONS Supervisory / management positions in the construction industry.

HND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

COURSE CODE: ACTHNCCMGTSCQF Level 7/8

COURSE CONTENTCore units include:• Construction materials• Site surveying• Construction technology• Site administration• Standard form of contracts• Project work



NEXT STEP COURSE OPTIONSHND Construction Management

JOB OPTIONS Supervisory / management positions in the construction industry.

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We strive to make sure that all our students have a positive and very rewarding experience at the College.

Contact Us

For any queries at all, don’t hesitate to contact us:

South Lanarkshire CollegeCollege WayEast KilbrideG75 0NEScotland, UK

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Tel: +44 1355 807480Fax: +44 1355 807781Email: [email protected]

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