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university-level courseat B&FC

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WHAT’S

YOUR ARCHETYPE?

re you a hero, a ruler or a visionary? Knowing

your strengths - and playing to them - is the

secret to career satisfaction. Maybe you already know

what you want to do for a career (you might even have

started down the right path already) or perhaps you’re

here for some inspiration. Either way, we will support

you to develop and harness your unique skills and

abilities to achieve success in your chosen field.

A

Archetypal patterns

awaken in us our divine potential.

– Caroline Myss

The Advocatecause-driven (see page 28)

The Rulerpower-driven (see page 36)

The Herocompetence-driven (see page 32)

The Intellectualdata-driven (see page 42)

The Explorerdiscovery-driven (see page 50)

The Visionaryideas-driven (see page 76)

The Caregiverrelationship-driven (see page 56)

The Tastemakeraesthetically-driven (see page 60)

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PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS WITH THE B&FC ADVANTAGEWhy B&FC has a head-start on helping you land your dream career:

1Eligibility applies – for full details go to blackpool.ac.uk/bursary | 2The Complete University Guide’s 2017 university league table

dvantage Bursary - get up to £500 towards the cost of study1

ifferent study modes - full- and part-time options available

alue for money - competitive fees and low living costs

ccessibility - relevant experience counts as much as formal qualifications

o big lectures - small study groups

utors - experts in their chosen field

ccolades - QAA commended and degrees awarded by Lancaster University, in the UK top 102

eography - excellent transport links

mployability - programmes co-created with employers for employers

Find out more about the B&FC Advantage:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/support/funding/bursary

ADVANTAGE

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CONTENTS 6 The freedom to be who you want to be

8 Get the career you love

10 Stand out from the crowd

12 More than one way to learn – higher and degree apprenticeships

14 Top-notch facilities

16 Blackpool has it all

20 A place to live

22 The bottom line – money matters

24 Pick your course – entry requirements

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Course areas

26 Advanced Construction

30 Automotive and Motorsport

34 Business and Project Management

38 Child Development and Wellbeing

40 Computing – Digital Media and ICT

44 Creative Arts and Design

46 Criminology

48 Engineering

52 English

54 Health and Social Care

58 Hospitality and Events Management

62 Learning Support

64 Maritime Operations

66 Media Production, Film and Television

68 Performing Arts and Music

70 Public Services

72 Salon and Spa Management

74 Science

78 Sport, Leisure and Recreation

80 Teaching and Lecturing

82 Travel and Tourism

84 Discover more – open days

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ur wide range of degree-level programmes

accommodates a huge variety of aspirations,

circumstances and abilities. It means that everyone,

whatever stage of life they’re at, has the chance to

pursue their career goals and do what they were born

to do. That’s why we have such a diverse student body,

and we’re proud of the fact.

FLEXIBLEWith part-time as well as full-time courses, online learning

and carefully structured timetabling, we’ve made it easier

than ever to fit your studies around your other commitments

in order to achieve your dream career.

SUPPORTIVEB&FC is friendly and hands-on, with small study groups

so tutors can spend time supporting you to achieve your

goals. If your study skills need improving our Higher

Education Learning Mentors (HELMS) can give you the

help you need.

SPECIALIST HELPWe’re especially good at supporting people with

disabilities and learning difficulties. If this is you, please let

us help you reach your full potential - contact us on

T 01253 504 494 or E [email protected]

THE FREEDOM TO BEWHO YOU WANT TO BE

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NOT QUALIFIED?

o secure your place you will need passion

as well as qualifications and/or relevant

experience. Passionate-only people should know we do

a 12-month Access to Higher Education programme that

prepares you for degree-level study either at B&FC or at

another higher education institution.

YOU CAN DO THIS!

T

Find out more:

University-level courses - www.blackpool.ac.uk/highereducation

Access to HE courses - www.blackpool.ac.uk/access-to-he

Successis achieved by

developingour strengths,

not by eliminating ourweaknesses.

– Marilyn Vos Savant

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nspirational learning creating outstanding

futures.’ That’s our mission. Everything we do is

about creating the best learning experience possible to

deliver the technical and professional competencies you

need to land your dream job.

GET THE

CAREERYOU

‘I

LOVE

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EMPLOYER INPUTOur partnership work with employers is the envy of the sector and recently

earned us a Queen’s Anniversary Prize. We involve employers in course

design as well as course delivery, through work placements and live

assignments, so you become skilled at applying your subject to real life.

EXPERIENCED TUTORSWhat really sets us apart from other institutions is our tutors. Their industrial

experience is second to none so they know exactly how to prepare you to

hit the ground running. They will also help you to develop key employability

skills, which we embed within every course.

PRACTICAL SUPPORTOur careers advisers will support you in developing the skills needed to

navigate the recruitment process for your chosen career. That includes

opportunities to practise your techniques with employers and being helped

to access relevant positions via our online job shop.

£25,0001 The average starting salary

of a B&FC graduate, compared to

the national average of £19,000-£22,0002.

1Source: 2014/15 Destination of Leavers in HE survey, Higher Education Funding Council (HEFCE)2Graduate-jobs.com

Find out how we can help with planning your future:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/support

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mployers are no longer just looking for a good

grade; they want to find graduates who have

taken advantage of the whole education experience.

That’s why it’s so important to make the most of your time

here. From fitness to volunteering, we offer a range of

ways to develop as a person and move closer to your

chosen career.

STAND OUTFROM THE

E

CROWD

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– Ernest Hemmingway

DEGREE PLUSOur Degree Plus scheme allows you to identify and hone the skills and

attributes needed for your future career. A big part of that is the HEAR (see

below) but we also offer the opportunity to develop your employability and

community skills, improve your English and Maths (if needed) and work

towards a recognised B&FC award.

THE HEARThe HEAR (short for Higher Education Achievement Report) is an electronic

record of all your achievements at B&FC.* It’s a great way to show

potential employers what you’ve got to offer that’s different to everyone

else. It also helps you become more self-aware and focus on getting the

most out of your time here.

STUDENTS’ UNIONThrough our Students’ Union you can access an exciting range of clubs

and societies and play an active part in student life. For sports and fitness

we have a sports hall, gym and all-weather 3G pitch, along with various

College teams.

Find out how we can help you to stand out to

potential employers www.blackpool.ac.uk/hear

*Applies to courses awarded by Lancaster University only.

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s well as a vast range of traditional

degree programmes, we now offer

higher and degree apprenticeships.

This latest generation of technical and professional

qualifications combines skilled on-the-job training with

higher-level study, giving you the exact skills needed to

move your career forward.

MORE THAN

ONE WAY TO

A

LEARNhigher and degree apprenticeships

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BENEFITSYou’ll be earning a full-time wage and gaining workplace experience

to help you fast-track your career. You’ll work towards a higher level

qualification with access to the same support as our other degree-level

students, but without paying any fees.

WHO DOES THEM?These qualifications are equally suited to young people who want to start

their career straight away as they are to more established employees who

want to progress. You need to have a suitable position before you can

start but we can support you in this.

WHY B&FC?We co-created our first higher apprenticeship – in project management

– in 2008 with BAE Systems. It’s now nationally accredited by the

Association for Project Management and embedded within blue-chip

organisations such as Rolls-Royce.

90% of apprentices

stay employed after completing an

apprenticeship.

The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills

Find out more about higher and degree

apprenticeships by calling T 01253 504 343

or visit www.blackpool.ac.uk/apprenticeships/higher

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ll our campuses have amazing teaching

and learning resources, equipped with

industry-standard technology. We’ve deliberately

created professional surroundings where you can

develop your technical expertise and get ready for

the workplace at the same time.

TOP-NOTCH

FACILITIES

A1

1 – The Gallery

2 – The Loop

3 – Teaching and learning

4 – Study pods

5 – The Theatre

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UNIVERSITY CENTREMost courses run at our University Centre in Blackpool. This multi-

million pound complex houses the Loop resource centre, Café

Grads, coffee by Starbucks, an art gallery and even a theatre.

It’s close to accommodation, shops, bars and the sea, with rail,

bus and motorway links all just minutes away.

Find out more:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/facilities

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ith exciting attractions, award-winning beaches

and world-class events, it isn’t hard to see why

Blackpool is Europe’s most visited resort. As a student

destination, it has everything you’re ever going to need

– shops, restaurants, bars, events and gigs – and the

low living costs means you’ll always have a little extra in

your pocket.

BLACKPOOL HAS IT

W

ALL

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A NEW AGEIn recent years, millions of pounds have been spent transforming Blackpool

into a high-class 21st Century resort. The result is a stylish Victorian/

contemporary fusion, with vastly improved infrastructure, leisure, business

and retail facilities. For graduates of all disciplines, the local employment

opportunities are excellent.

EMBRACE YOUR INNER CHILDIf you’re still not convinced, pay us a visit and prepare to fall in love

with the Illuminations, Tower Circus/Eye/Dungeon, Madame Tussauds,

Pleasure Beach, Sea Life Centre, Zoo, Sandcastle Water Park and so

much more. Because let’s face it, everyone’s really just a child at heart.

I do like to be beside the

seaside. - John A. Glover-KindFind out more about university-level courses at B&FC:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/highereducation

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f you’re moving away to study, you’re

going to need to find somewhere to live.

The good news is that Blackpool has plenty of available

accommodation, ranging from self-catering flats to

privately owned house shares. For Maritime Operations

students, our Fleetwood Campus has its own hall

of residence.

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WHAT’S ON OFFERMost of the accommodation on offer is located within just a mile of our

University Centre. We have a preferred list of landlords, whose properties

all comply with the latest health and safety regulations. You can expect

to pay £75-95 a week for self-catering accommodation and around the

same for a room in a shared house.

CHOOSING SOMEWHEREOnce your place is confirmed, we’ll send you a list of available

accommodation near where you’ll be studying, along with pricings

and useful tips to help with making your choice. If you need adapted

accommodation to meet your specific requirements, please let us know

and we’ll be happy to help.

Find out more:

T 01253 504496/4350 E [email protected]

W blackpool.ac.uk/support/accommodation

There’s no place like

home.– Unknown

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t’s a fact that graduates can earn significantly

more than non-graduates. And with a tuition fee

loan, the monthly repayments are so low relative to what

you’ll be earning (eg if you earn £25,000 your repay

just £30 a month) it really can pay off to do a degree.

THE

BOTTOM LINE

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money matters

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1Applies to the 2018/19 academic year and may be subject to change in

subsequent years. | 2Based on students who are from England and studying

full-time for their first higher education course. If you’re a part-time student

earning more than £21,000 a year, you start repaying your loan in the April

four years after starting your course. 3Eligibility applies – for full details go to

blackpool.ac.uk/support/funding/bursary

For details of our bursary and scholarship scheme:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/support/funding/bursary

For advice about funding your course:

T 01253 504 496 | E [email protected]

www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance

COMPETITIVE FEESAt £7,9251 a year, our tuition fees offer great value for money. With a tuition

fee loan, you don’t need to pay anything upfront and your repayments only

start once you’re earning over £21,000 a year2.

HELP WITH THE COST OF STUDYYou might be eligible for our Advantage Bursary3 (worth up to £500), a

maintenance loan, the Parents’ Learning Allowance or the Adult Dependants’

Grant. We also offer an Access Scholarship of £1,000 per year for care

leavers, young carers and students who are estranged from their families.

STRETCH YOUR BUDGET FURTHERFor full-time students not already embarked on their career, the challenge

is to keep study and living costs to a minimum. Fortunately, living costs

in Blackpool are relatively low and there are plenty of part-time work

opportunities available.

Invest in your

future because that is where

you are going to spend therest of your life.

– Habeeb Akande

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e’ve listed our degree-level courses by

subject area. That way, if you’re not sure

what to study, you can browse the different sections until

you find one that matches your own unique strengths

and abilities.

PICK

YOUR COURSE

W Please note that the days and times provided

indicate the amount of timetabled study only and

that we will expect you to devote additional time

to independent study. For performing arts degrees,

you will also need to attend evening rehearsals

and performances.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTSAt B&FC, we recognise that everyone has different skills and

abilities. That’s why we award places based as much on relevant

work/voluntary experience as we do on formal qualifications.

We’re highly inclusive and if we’re confident you have what it

takes to succeed we will make you an offer.

We also offer a one-year Access to Higher Education programme

to prepare you for degree-level study – find out more at

blackpool.ac.uk/access-to-he

For each subject area that follows, we’ve included the UCAS

tariff points needed and what these equate to for both BTECs and

A-levels. If you have other qualifications, you can use the tariff

tables at ucas.com to work out what these add up to.

Some courses have specific entry requirements not listed

here so when you find a course you like please check the

full entry requirements online. You may need to have GCSE

English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications) at grade

C/4, for example.

Most of our honours programmes incorporate a two-year

foundation degree followed by a final (honours) top-

up year. You can enrol on a foundation degree without

committing to doing the top-up year but if you do decide you

want to do it you will need to achieve a pass in the relevant

foundation degree.

Full course information, including details about tuition

fees and other costs along with course structure and content,

can be found at www.blackpool.ac.uk/highereducation

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If you’re well organised, creative and interested in buildings

and construction, this could be the perfect career for you.

Our higher education courses provide the knowledge and

skills needed to advance your career within architecture,

civil engineering and structural engineering. Find

out more about specific careers in these areas on the

National Careers Service website.

Why B&FC?

B&FC has excellent links with local industry with a long-

established, enviable reputation in the field of construction.

These links facilitate a relevant up-to-date curriculum along

with first-rate work placement and employment opportunities

both before and after you graduate.

A CAREER IN

ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION

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A CAREER IN

ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION

Courses availableHNC CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

18 months or 2 years | 1 day a week

HNC CIVIL ENGINEERING

2 years | 1 day a week

Our courses are awarded by Edexcel.

Entry requirements

To do an HNC you normally need at least 80 UCAS tariff points

(excluding Functional Skills) in any construction craft. This equates

to MMP for BTEC and CCC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary

experience could count instead.

Find out more about our university-level courses at:


Michael Gerges

Programme Leader – Civil Engineering

See Michael’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/michael-gerges

A

construction.is always under

the road to success remember that

has to person

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Kosta Baker, a Construction graduate from B&FC,

is now Site Manager for d+b facades.

THE ADVOCATE

Find out more – view Kosta’s video at

www.blackpool.ac.uk/archetypes

Cause-driven with a sense of environmental responsibility,

the Advocate likes to act as an agent for positive change…

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The staff and facilities for all three courses I’ve taken at B&FC were

excellent. They’ve got me to where I am today and I’m really thankful.

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A CAREER IN

AUTOMOTIVE AND MOTORSPORT If your passion for cars extends to a genuine interest in

engineering and design then this could be the perfect career

for you. Our degree courses provide the niche skills needed

to compete for positions with the automotive industry’s

highest profile employers within automotive research,

development, manufacture and quality assurance.

Find out more about specific careers in these areas on the


Why B&FC?

Our degrees have been co-created with employers and

are taught by expert tutors in our stunning new Advanced

Technology Centre. Our graduates have gone on to build

exciting careers with companies such as Jaguar Land Rover,

Ford Motor Company, Bentley, Lotus, M-Sport, Westfield

Sportscars and MAHLE Powertrain.

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discipline - see our website for details. This equates to MPP

for BTEC and CC at A-level. We also offer a bridging year

option, for which you’ll need 36 UCAS points (excluding

Functional Skills). This equates to MP for BTEC and C at

A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience could count

instead of formal qualifications. To progress to a top-up

programme you will need a minimum of a pass in the

corresponding foundation degree.

Courses availableBENG (HONS) AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

WITH FOUNDATION YEAR (AUTOMOTIVE) | 4 years (bridging year,

2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up. The top-up can also be

done 1 day a week over 2 years.) | 3 days a week (times & days vary)

BENG (HONS) AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

(AUTOMOTIVE) | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up.

The top-up can also be done 1 day a week over 2 years.) | 3 days a week

(times & days vary) | BENG (HONS) AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

AND TECHNOLOGY WITH FOUNDATION YEAR (MOTORSPORT) | 4

years (bridging year, 2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up. The

top-up can also be done 1 day a week over 2 years.) | 3 days a week

(times & days vary) | BENG (HONS) AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING AND

TECHNOLOGY (MOTORSPORT) | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus

1-year top-up. The top-up can also be done 1 day a week over 2 years.) |

3 days a week (times & days vary)

Our courses are awarded by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do a foundation degree you normally need at least 64

UCAS tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate



Wayne Hargreaves,

Programme Leader, Automotive Degrees.

See Wayne’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/wayne-hargreaves

losing.

If you don’t knowwhy you are

winningyou won’t know

why you are

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THE HEROMark Burrows studied BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering and Technology (Motorsport) at B&FC and is now Engine Test Engineer for MAHLE Powertrain Ltd.

Find out more – view Mark’s video at


Competence-driven with the ability to tackle things head on,

the Hero’s motto is where there’s a will, there’s a way…

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B&FC is really the way to go! The facilities and the team are

absolutely fantastic and I can’t recommend them more.

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If you’re a good communicator, with great organisational

and problem-solving skills, a career in business and project

management could be for you. Our degree-level courses

prepare you for managerial positions within commercial,

industrial and service organisations. Find out more

about specific careers in these areas on the National

Careers Service website.

Why B&FC?

All our higher education programmes have been co-created

with employers to meet industry needs. We have an enviable

reputation in the field of management education, which

provides successful graduates access to exciting career

opportunities in both the public and private sectors.

A CAREER IN

BUSINESS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Our Business Management foundation and bachelor’s

degree courses are subject to validation by Lancaster

University. Our project management degree course is

awarded by Lancaster University and accredited by the

Association for Project Management. Details of our other

awarding bodies are on our website.

Entry requirements

To do a foundation degree you normally need at least

80 UCAS tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an

appropriate discipline - see our website for details. This

equates to MMP for BTEC and CCC at A-level. Relevant

work/voluntary experience could count instead.

To do a higher apprenticeship, you first need to find an

appropriate position – see page 12 for details. To progress

to a top-up programme you will need a minimum of a

pass in the corresponding foundation degree. Our level 5

certificates and diplomas are for those already on the career

ladder – call 01253 504 343 to find out more.

Courses availableBA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - LEADERSHIP | 3 years (2-year

foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation degree: Tuesdays and

Thursdays | Top-up: Tuesdays | BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT -

MARKETING | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) |

Foundation degree: Tuesdays and Thursdays | Top-up: Tuesdays |

BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - HUMAN RESOURCES |

3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation

degree: Tuesdays and Thursdays | Top-up: Tuesdays | BA (HONS) BUSINESS

MANAGEMENT - FINANCE | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus

1-year top-up) | Foundation degree: Tuesdays and Thursdays | Top-up:

Tuesdays | BSC (HONS) PROJECT MANAGEMENT | 3 or 5 years (2

or 3-year foundation degree plus 1 or 2-year top-up) | 1 or 2 days a

week (9am-4.30pm) | HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - LEVEL 5

INTERMEDIATE DIPLOMA (CIPD) | 1 year | Mondays 12.30-8.30pm |

MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP - LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE (EDEXCEL)

| 1 year | Fridays 12.30-4.30pm | MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP -

LEVEL 5 TOP-UP DIPLOMA (EDEXCEL) | 1 year | Fridays 12.30-4.30pm |

ACCOUNTING - HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP | At least 1 year | Full-time

employment | BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP |

At least 1 year | Full-time employment | MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

– HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP | At least 1 year | Full-time employment |

PROJECT MANAGEMENT – HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP |

At least 1 year | Full-time employment



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THE RULER Jan Milo, a Management graduate from B&FC, is now HR Business Partner for Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.

Find out more – view Jan’s video at


Power-driven with natural leadership skills,

the Ruler seeks to create a prosperous, successful community…

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The best thing about the College is the support you get. Because it’s a smaller

institution, you’re not just a number. People care about you and really

try to support you.

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If you enjoy working with children and young people, are

responsible with strong leadership and communication skills

then a career working in this field could be for you. We offer

degree courses that support career advancement in family

support, early years and youth work. Find out more



Why B&FC?

All our degrees have been co-created with local Children’s

Services departments, schools and other relevant employers

and organisations. This ensures you develop the higher level

skills needed for appropriate supervisory and managerial

roles. The employment opportunities are good, supported by

our strong partnerships across the sector.

A CAREER IN

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND WELLBEING

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Courses availableBA (HONS) EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES | 3 or 4 years (2 or 3-year

Foundation Degree plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation degree: | 2-year option

- Wednesdays 9.45am-6pm | 3-year option – Tuesdays 5.45-9pm | Top-up:

Tuesdays 9.45am-6pm | BA (HONS) FAMILY SUPPORT AND WELLBEING

| 3 years | (2-year Foundation Degree plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation

degree: Thursdays 9.45am-6pm | Top-up: Tuesdays 9.45am-6pm |

BA (HONS) YOUTH STUDIES | 3 years (2-year Foundation Degree in

Working with Young People plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation degree:

Tuesdays 9.45am-6pm / Top-up: Please check our website for details.

Our courses are awarded by Lancaster University, with the

exception of the BA (Hons) Youth Studies, currently subject to

validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do a foundation degree you normally need at least 64 UCAS

tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate discipline

- see our website for details. This equates to MPP for BTEC and

CC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience could count

instead. To progress to a top-up programme you will need a

minimum of a pass in the corresponding foundation degree. Malcolm XFavourite quote of Francoise Peill,

Senior Tutor, Teaching and Learning.See Francoise’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/francoise-peill



All foundation degree and top-up applicants must have DBS

clearance and be in relevant paid/voluntary employment

at the start of their course and thereafter for a minimum of

256 hours per year (approx. 8 hours per week over 32

weeks) and bring a supporting letter from their employer to

enrolment.

today.

Educationis our passport

to the future, for tomorrow belongs

to the peoplewho prepare for it

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If you have great IT skills, are good at solving problems

and like to keep pace with new technology this could be a

great career for you. We offer degree courses that support

career advancement in interactive digital media,

network engineering (cyber security or systems

administration), and software engineering (app

or game development). Find out more about specific

careers in these areas on the National Careers Service

website.

Why B&FC?

All our degrees have been co-created with employers

to provide the technical and professional skills needed to

progress into high-level roles, whether you’re new to the

computing industry or not. Talented graduates who can

combine technical expertise with good interpersonal skills

are in big demand.

A CAREER IN

COMPUTING – DIGITAL MEDIA AND ICT

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Courses availableBSC (HONS) INTERACTIVE DIGITAL MEDIA | 3 years (2-year foundation

degree plus 1-year top-up | 1 day (9am-4.30pm) and 1 evening (6-9pm) a

week | BSC (HONS) NETWORK ENGINEERING (CYBER SECURITY) | 3

years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) | 1 day (9am-4.30pm)

and 1 evening (6-9pm) a week | BSC (HONS) NETWORK ENGINEERING

(SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus

1-year top-up) | 1 day (9am-4.30pm) and 1 evening (6-9pm) a week | BSC

(HONS) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (GAME DEVELOPMENT) | 3 years

(2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up | 1 day (9am-4.30pm) and 1

evening (6-9pm) a week | BSC (HONS) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (APP

DEVELOPMENT) | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up |

1 day (9am-4.30pm) and 1 evening (6-9pm) a week | BSC (HONS) DIGITAL

AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS (CYBER SECURITY ANALYST) – DEGREE

APPRENTICESHIP* | At least 3 years | Employment 4 days a week & College

1 day a week | BSC (HONS) DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

(NETWORK ENGINEER) – DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP* | At least 3 years |

Employment 4 days a week & College 1 day a week | BSC (HONS) DIGITAL

AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS (SOFTWARE ENGINEER) – DEGREE

APPRENTICESHIP*| At least 3 years | Employment 4 days a week & College

1 day a week



Our courses are awarded by Lancaster University, with

the exception of the BSc (Hons) Interactive Digital Media,

currently subject to validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do a foundation degree you normally need at least

96 UCAS tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an


equates to MMM for BTEC and CCC at A-level. Relevant

work/voluntary experience could count instead. To progress

to a top-up programme you will need a minimum of a pass

in the corresponding foundation degree.

*To do a degree apprenticeship, you will need to find an appropriate position

– see page 12 for details.

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THE INTELLECTUAL Mark Brewell, an Information Technology graduate from B&FC, is now IT Manager for Bowker Group.

Find out more – view Mark’s video at


Data-driven with a desire to discover truth through knowledge,

the Intellectual uses intelligence and analysis to understand the world…

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For IT I’d definitely recommend B&FC because the staff aren’t just academics, they’re from industry.

The difference that makes is massive when you get out there in the industry yourself.

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If you’re naturally creative with a good appreciation of

colour and shape then an artistic career could be for you.

We offer degree courses that lead to rewarding careers

in fashion design, fine art, graphic design and

photography. Find out more about specific careers in

these areas on the National Careers Service website.

Why B&FC?

All our degrees have been co-created with employers and

focus on applying learning to a professional context so you

can identify the route you want your career to take. This

will prepare you for the growing number of exciting career

opportunities in the local creative and digital industries.

A CAREER IN

CREATIVE ARTS AND DESIGN

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Courses availableBA (HONS) FASHION DESIGN (CONTEMPORARY COSTUME)

3 years | Mondays to Thursdays 9.45am-5pm

BA (HONS) FASHION DESIGN

3 years | Mondays to Thursdays 9.45am-5pm

BA (HONS) FINE ART PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

3 years | Mondays to Fridays 9.45am-5pm

BA (HONS) GRAPHIC DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION


BA (HONS) PHOTOGRAPHY



Entry requirements

To do a BA (Hons) you normally need at least 96 UCAS tariff

points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate discipline -

see our website for details. This equates to MMM for BTEC and

CCC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience could count

instead. We will either invite you to a workshop assessment or ask

you to send in your work electronically.



Favourite quote of Nick Kowalski,

BA (Hons) Fine Art Professional Practice.

See Nick’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/nick-kowalski

- Scott Adams

ones to keep.

Creativityis allowing yourself

to makemistakes.

Art is knowing which

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If you’re keen to help people have a better future and you

have excellent communication and organisational skills

with the ability to stay calm under pressure, this career

could be for you. A degree in criminology opens the door

to rewarding careers in youth/restorative justice

work, policing, community safety, mediation and

counselling and victim/witness support. Find out

more about specific careers in these areas on the National


Why B&FC?

Our subject specialists regularly refresh their knowledge

through formal study, attendance at conferences or through

research. Guest speakers from the academic world and from

industry provide valuable insight into your chosen field.

A CAREER IN

CRIMINOLOGY

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Courses availableBA (HONS) CRIMINOLOGY | 3 years (2-year foundation degree plus

1-year top-up) | Foundation degree: Wednesdays 9.45am-3pm and Thursdays

9.45am-5pm | Top-up: Tuesdays 9.45am-6pm

This course is subject to validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do our foundation degree you normally need at least 80 UCAS

tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate discipline

- see our website for details. This equates to MMP for BTEC and


instead. To progress to our top-up programme you will need a

minimum of a pass in the foundation degree.



Favourite quote of Laura Thomas,

Programme Leader, Criminology.

See Laura’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/laura-thomas

- Eleanor Roosevelt

dreams.

The future belongs to those

who believein the beauty

of their

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If you’re technically minded, good at maths and science, and

like solving problems, a professional career in engineering

could be great for you. Our degree-level courses support

career advancement in aerospace engineering,

electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical

engineering and mechatronics. Find out more about

specific careers in these areas on the National Careers

Service website.

Why B&FC?

All our programmes have been co-created with employers

to support talented and skilled practitioners into and within

employment. Many past students are now employed by (or

have advanced their careers with) major companies such

as EDF Energy, Springfields Fuels Ltd, BAE Systems, United

Utilities, Rolls Royce, Airbus, NIC and GEC.

A CAREER IN

ENGINEERING

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Courses availableBENG (HONS) AEROSPACE ENGINEERING | 3 years (2-year foundation

degree plus 1-year top-up) | Foundation degree & top-up: Wednesdays &

Thursdays | HNC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING |

2 years | 1 day a week | HNC GENERAL ENGINEERING | 2 years | 1 day

a week | HNC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING | 2 years | 1 day a week |

BENG (HONS) ENGINEERING (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING) | 2 or 3

years | 2-year option: 2 days a week | 3-year option: 1 day a week |

BENG (HONS) ENGINEERING (MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING) |

2 or 3 years | 2-year option: 2 days a week | 3-year option: 1 day a week |

ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING – HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP | At least

2 years | Employment 4 days a week & College 1 day a week

Our foundation and honours degree courses are awarded by

Lancaster University. Details of our other awarding bodies are on

our website.

Entry requirements

To do an HNC or foundation degree, you normally need at

least 80 UCAS tariff points (excluding Functional Skills) in an


equates to MMP for BTEC and CCC at A-level. Relevant

work/voluntary experience could count instead.

To do an honours degree you will need an HNC with

overall Merit or an HND with overall Pass in an appropriate

discipline - see our website for details. To do a higher

apprenticeship, you first need to find an appropriate

position – see page 12 for details. To progress to a top-

up programme you will need a minimum of a pass in the

corresponding foundation degree.



you will

Favourite quote of Candice Downie,

Curriculum Manager, Engineering.

See Candice’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/candice-downie

- Phil Collins

In learning you will teach and in teaching

learn.

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THE EXPLORER Phil Bates, a Mechanical Engineering graduate from B&FC, is now Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Addison Project.

Find out more – view Phil’s video at


Discovery-driven, autonomous and ambitious,

the Explorer seeks out and experiences new challenges...

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I’d thoroughly recommend B&FC for engineering courses. All the lecturers

have been there and done it. They know the right advice at the right time to

help you progress your career.

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If you’re passionate about words and language with

excellent written and verbal communication skills then a

career involving English could be for you. As an English

graduate you could progress into rewarding careers

in publishing and journalism, education and

training, management, media and legal services.



Why B&FC?

We have highly skilled and experienced tutors, who regularly

engage in research to enhance the curriculum. They are

supported by a variety of guest speakers, including linguistics

experts and widely published authors and poets.

AN

ENGLISH-RELATED CAREER

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Courses availableBA (HONS) ENGLISH: LANGUAGE, LITERATURE AND WRITING | 3 years

| Year 1: Wednesdays and Thursdays | Year 2: Mondays and Tuesdays |

Year 3: Thursdays and Fridays.

This course is awarded by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do our BA (Hons) you normally need at least 80 UCAS tariff


see our website for details. This equates to MMP for BTEC and


instead.



Rob Scott,

Programme Leader/Lecturer,

BA (Hons) English: Language, Literature and Writing.

See Rob’s full profile at

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life.

I returned toeducation

to study Englishas a mature student.

It changed my

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If you have a caring personality, are patient, tactful and

organised with good communication skills then a career

working with society’s most vulnerable groups could be

for you. We offer degree-level courses that support career

advancement in the areas of children and families and

mental health. Find out more about specific careers in


Why B&FC?

We are a centre of excellence for the local health and

social care sector. Our aim is to serve the needs of industry

while supporting career advancement for new and

established practitioners.

A CAREER IN

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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Courses availableBA (HONS) HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE | 3 years (2-year Foundation

Degree Professional Practice Health and Social Care [choose from Children

and Families/Mental Health/Combined] plus 1-year top-up | Foundation

degree: Mondays 9.45am-6pm | Top-up: Fridays 9.45am-6pm |

LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE AND CHILDREN AND

YOUNG PEOPLE’S SERVICES – HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP* | At least 1

year | Full-time employment

Our courses are awarded by Lancaster University, with the

exception of the BA (Hons) Health and Social Care, currently

subject to validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements



discipline - see our website for details. This equates to MPP for

BTEC and CC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience

could count instead. To progress to our top-up programme you will

need a minimum of a pass in the foundation degree.



yourself.

All applicants must have DBS clearance and be in relevant

paid/voluntary employment at the start of their course and

thereafter for a minimum of 256 hours per year (approx.

8 hours per week over 32 weeks) and bring a supporting

letter from their employer to enrolment.

Favourite quote of Lisa Gayton,

Lecturer and Progress Tutor,

Health and Social Care.

See Lisa’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/lisa-gayton

– George Bernard Shaw

Life isn’t aboutfinding yourself.Life is about

creating

*To do a higher apprenticeship, you will need to find an appropriate position

– see page 12 for details.

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THE CAREGIVER Charmaine Simpkins studied BA (Hons) Health and Social Care at B&FC and is now Staff Co-ordinator for Home Instead Senior Care Lytham, Fylde and Wyre.

Find out more – view Charmaine’s video at


Relationship-driven, nurturing and compassionate,

the Caregiver cares for others in ways they are unable to care for themselves…

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I don’t think people realise the standard of education they’ve got

on their doorstep. It’s so easy to access and it’s not expensive.

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If you have excellent organisation and people skills with

the ability to multi-task and work under pressure then this

career could be for you. Graduates of this discipline develop

rewarding careers as events managers, charity

fundraisers, conference and exhibition organisers

and hotel managers. Find out more about these careers

on the National Careers Service website.

Why B&FC?

We have well-established links with public and private sector

employers at local, regional and international level. These

feed into the curriculum for up-to-the-minute content, prized

work placements and valuable networking opportunities.

A CAREER IN

HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT

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Courses availableBA (HONS) HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT |

3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) |

Foundation degree: Mondays 9am-6pm and Tuesdays 9am-1pm |

Top-up: Wednesdays and Fridays 9am-4pm


Entry requirements

To do our foundation degree you normally need at least 80


discipline - see our website for details. This equates to MMP for

BTEC and CCC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience





Ian Mills,

Programme Leader,

Hospitality and Events Management.

See Ian’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/ian-mills

and tourism.

Be taught by

experiencedprofessionals

in the town that is famous

for hospitality

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THE TASTEMAKER Craig Jackson, a Hospitality graduate from B&FC, is now General Manager for Northcote.

Find out more – view Craig’s video at


Aesthetically-driven with an innate sense of style,

the Tastemaker is an influencer, a confident communicator and an exuberant host…

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The best thing about B&FC was the hands-on learning and a full week’s learning

condensed into just one day. It meant I could keep my job while getting a degree.

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If you’re practical, patient and non-judgemental with good

communication and organisational skills then this career

could be for you. Graduates of this discipline will be equally

equipped to progress into a professional role within an

educational setting as into careers such as education

welfare officer or social worker. Find out more about

these careers on the National Careers Service website.

Why B&FC?

We have strong partnerships with local Children’s Services

departments, schools and early years settings, which

support curriculum development and relevant employment

opportunities.

A CAREER IN

LEARNING SUPPORT

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Courses availableBA (HONS) TEACHING AND LEARNING SUPPORT |


Foundation degree: Wednesdays 9.45am-6pm |

Top-up: Fridays 9.45am-6pm


Entry requirements



discipline - see our website for details. This equates to MPP for

BTEC and CC at A-level. Relevant work/voluntary experience

could count instead. To progress to our top-up programme you

will need a minimum of a pass in the corresponding foundation

degree.



All applicants must have DBS clearance and be in relevant

paid/voluntary employment at the start of their course and

thereafter for a minimum of 256 hours per year (approx. 8

hours per week over 32 weeks) and bring a supporting letter

from their employer to enrolment.

stronger.

Favourite quote of Phil Seddon,

Lecturer, Teaching and Learning Support.

See Phil’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/phil-seddon

– Friedrich Nietzsche

What doesn’t

kill youmakes you

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If you want a career that can take you all over the world,

then the merchant navy could be for you. You'll need an

interest in shipping, navigation and engineering along with

skills in maths and science. Our degree-level courses provide

the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career as a

deck, engineer or electro technical officer. Find out

more about these careers at www.careersatsea.org.

Why B&FC?

With world-class facilities, including a new purpose-built

Marine Engineering Centre, our Fleetwood Nautical

Campus is one of the top nautical establishments in the

UK. Our success rates are outstanding, with all graduates

progressing into further study or rewarding careers within the

thriving global maritime industry.

A CAREER IN

MARITIME OPERATIONS

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Courses availableHNC MARINE ENGINEERING | 3 years

HND MARINE ENGINEERING | 2.5 terms

FOUNDATION DEGREE MARINE ENGINEERING | 3 years

HNC NAUTICAL SCIENCE (BY BLENDED LEARNING) | Typically 3 years

HND NAUTICAL SCIENCE (BY BLENDED LEARNING) | Typically 3 years

HNC NAUTICAL SCIENCE | 3 years

HND NAUTICAL SCIENCE | 1 year

FOUNDATION DEGREE NAUTICAL SCIENCE | 3 years

All of the above courses (with the exception of the Blended

Learning courses which involve distance learning) provide full-time

cadet/officer training with time spent at sea to prepare you for

a rewarding career in the Merchant Navy. If you would prefer a

land-based career, our HNC and HND courses can be studied

outside of the cadet training programme with no time needing to

be spent at sea.


fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/nautical

Our maritime operations HNC and HND courses are

awarded by the Scottish Qualification Authority. Our

Foundation Degree Marine Engineering is awarded by

Lancaster University. Our Foundation Degree Nautical

Science is awarded by Liverpool John Moores University.

Entry requirements

To do a foundation degree or HNC you normally need at

least 120 or 48 UCAS tariff points (excluding Functional

Skills) respectively in an appropriate discipline - go to

fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/nautical for details). This

equates to MMP for BTEC and CCC at A-level. To do an

HND you will need to have a relevant HNC.

Foundation degree students and HNC/HND students

training for a sea-based career also need to have

sponsorship. Please contact us on 01253 504760 or

go to www.careersatsea.org for details of participating

companies.

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If you’re naturally creative with good communication skills

and a love of digital media then a career in this area could

be for you. Graduates of this discipline will be equipped

to progess into rewarding roles within scriptwriting,

researching and writing for digital media, factual

researching and writing, and digital marketing.



Why B&FC?

We have a skilled team of individual practitioners, all with

a variety of experience to help make you work-ready. This

programme has been co-created with industry to ensure you

develop the latest techniques appropriate to your area

of specialism.

A CAREER IN

MEDIA PRODUCTION, FILM AND TELEVISION

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Courses availableBA (HONS) SCRIPTWRITING FOR STAGE, SCREEN AND GAMING |

3 years | Year 1: 15 hours a week over 2 or 3 consecutive days | Year 2: 12

hours a week over 2 or 3 consecutive days | Year 3: 9 hours a week

over 2 or 3 consecutive days

This course is currently subject to validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements

To do our BA (Hons) you normally need at least 96 UCAS tariff








Favourite quote of Chris Hepworth,

Curriculum Manager,

BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Stage, Screen and Gaming.

See Chris’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/chris-hepworth

- Brad Henry

A goodteacher

can inspire hope,ignite the imagination,

and instil alearning

loveof

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If you love performing and/or singing and dancing, are

versatile with good teamworking skills then a career in this

area could be for you. Our degree courses aim to nurture

your talent and creativity, preparing you to access rewarding

careers in acting and musical theatre. Find out more



Why B&FC?

We have a reputation for creative innovation along with

national recognition for our performance materials. Close

involvement with outside production companies, directors

and performers supports your professional development and

can lead to exciting career opportunities.

A CAREER IN

PERFORMING ARTS AND MUSIC

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Courses availableBA (HONS) ACTING |

3 years |Mondays to Fridays 9am-5.45pm

BA (HONS) MUSICAL THEATRE |

3 years |Mondays to Fridays 9am-5.45pm


Entry requirements

To do a BA (Hons) you normally need at least 96 UCAS tariff








Favourite quote of Michael Holdsworth,

Programme Leader, BA (Hons) Musical Theatre.

See Michael’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/michael-holdsworth

– Muhammad Ali

I am!

I’m gonna

show youhowgreat

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If you’re practical and organised with good communication

skills (and in some instances a good level of physical fitness)

this career could be for you. Public services graduates can

access rewarding careers in the Emergency Services,

National Probation Service, Armed Forces, HMRC,

Criminal Justice Agencies and the Civil Service.



Why B&FC?

Our expert tutors have practical experience of the uniformed

and non-uniformed public services. The course benefits

from guest lectures by industry professionals and specialist

hands-on training and activities with a whole range of public

services.

A CAREER IN

PUBLIC SERVICES

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Courses availableBA (HONS) PUBLIC SERVICES |

3 years (2-year Foundation Degree plus 1-year top-up) |

Foundation degree: Thursdays and Fridays 9am-4pm |

Top-up: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-4pm


Entry requirements









Maria Kirkland,

Curriculum Leader, Public Services.

See Maria’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/maria-kirkland

for you.

If you areto help and serve

your communities,then this is

the course

keen

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If you’re already an experienced stylist or therapist and

want to take your career to the next level, our Level 4 Salon

Management Diploma could be for you. You will need

excellent customer care skills and the ability to manage

and motivate others. This qualification provides the formal

accreditation needed to work as a manager in various

spa and salon environments, including your own start-up

business.

Why B&FC?

We have outstanding facilities, including fully operational

salons, contemporary workrooms and access to cutting edge

learning and online resources. All our staff have significant

experience of the hair, beauty and related therapies

industries.

A CAREER IN

SALON AND SPA MANAGEMENT

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Courses availableLEVEL 4 DIPLOMA SALON MANAGEMENT | 1 year |

1.5 days a week (plus 4 days in relevant industrial employment)

This course is awarded by the Vocational Training Charitable Trust.

Entry requirements

To do our level 4 diploma you need a level 3 hair, beauty or

barbering qualification along with recent, relevant industry

experience.



Favourite quote of Tracy Peet,

Senior Tutor, Hair, Beauty and Related Therapies.

See Tracy’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/tracy-peet

– Carl R Rogers

learn and change.

The only personwho is

educatedis the one who has

learned how to

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If you have an enquiring mind and good problem-solving

skills with a keen eye for detail this career could be ideal

for you. Our degree courses lead to rewarding careers in

human biosciences and marine biology. Find out

more about specific careers in these areas on the


Why B&FC?

Our degrees have been co-created with employers to

deliver the technical and transferable skills needed to

succeed in your chosen field. Experiential learning through

first-rate work placements will give you the edge when

applying for relevant roles.

A

SCIENCE-BASED CAREER

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Courses availableBSC (HONS) HUMAN BIOSCIENCES |

3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) | 3 days a week

BSC (HONS) MARINE BIOLOGY |

3 years (2-year foundation degree plus 1-year top-up) | 3 days a week

Our BSc (Hons) Human Biosciences is awarded by Lancaster

University. Our BSc (Hons) Marine Biology is currently subject to

validation by Lancaster University.

Entry requirements





could count instead. To progress to a top-up programme you

will need a minimum of a pass in the corresponding foundation

degree.



Once we accept

Favourite quote of Linda Martin,

Programme Leader, Science.

See Linda’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/linda-martin

- Albert Einstein

our

we gobeyond them.

limits,

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THE VISIONARY Mandy Knott, a Marine Biology graduate from B&FC, is now Senior Scientific Officer for North Western Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority.

Find out more – view Mandy’s video at


Ideas-driven with a desire to bring the future into the present,

the Visionary aims to create things of enduring value…

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The staff at the College were incredibly helpful. They were really keen

to help out on a one-to-one basis. If I ever had questions, there was

always someone to speak to.

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If you’re passionate about sport with a commitment to

improving people’s health, this could be the career for you.

We offer degree courses that lead to rewarding careers

in sports coaching, exercise science, health and

physical activity, and healthy eating and nutrition.



Why B&FC?

We have a dedicated team of subject specialists with a

wealth of experience and expertise in their field. We also

offer a wide range of volunteer placements and work-based

opportunities across a range of local health and fitness

initiatives.

A CAREER IN

SPORT, LEISURE AND RECREATION

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Courses availableFOUNDATION DEGREE SPORTS COACHING AND EXERCISE SCIENCE |

2 years |Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-4pm

FOUNDATION DEGREE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, NUTRITION AND HEALTH |

2 years |Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-4pm

Our courses are awarded by Liverpool John Moores University.

Entry requirements





could count instead.



Mark Westhead,

Senior Tutor, Sport.

See Mark’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/mark-westhead

you fulfil

If you want to

bestyou can be

and achieve your

aspirationsand goals then B&FC will ensure

journey.

be the

that

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If you have a passion for a particular subject and are

confident and organised with good communication skills then

this career could be perfect for you. We provide the formal

accreditation needed for existing and aspiring teachers to

work in school settings (from 14 years) through to the post-

compulsory education and training area. You could then

work towards Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills

(QTLS) status.

Why B&FC?

We have excellent relationships with local employers for

relevant placements. You will also benefit from having

highly qualified tutors, all keen to pass on their extensive

educational and professional expertise.

A CAREER IN

TEACHING AND LECTURING

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Courses availablePOST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) |

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time |

1 day a week (plus 200 hours on placement and 100 hours’ solo teaching)


Entry requirements

To do the PGCE you need to have an advanced qualification

in the subject you wish to teach as well as GCSE English and

Maths at grade C/4 or above. Suitable candidates without

GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above may be considered for the

programme with the expectation to achieve this by completion. You

will need to secure a relevant 100-hour teaching placement prior

to starting the course (and assistance may be provided).



Favourite quote of Debbie Hobday-Shipton,

Curriculum Manager, Consumer Industries.

See Debbie’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/debbie-hobday-shipton

- Unknown

obvious.

geniusis a person

who is moreaware

of the

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If you have a genuine interest in tourism and leisure, are

organised, can work well under pressure and get on well

with people of all ages and backgrounds then this career

could be for you. Our degree course supports career

advancement in tourism management, customer

service management and leisure operations

management. Find out more about specific careers in


Why B&FC?

We have well-established relationships with public and

private sector employers at local, regional and international

level. These feed into the curriculum for up-to-the-minute

content, prized work placements and valuable networking

opportunities.

A CAREER IN

TRAVEL AND TOURISM

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Courses availableBA (HONS) TOURISM MANAGEMENT |


Foundation degree: Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am-4pm |

Top-up: Mondays and Wednesdays 9am-4pm


Entry requirements









Favourite quote of Paulina Mackrell,

Lecturer, Tourism Management.

See Paulina’s full profile at

blackpool.ac.uk/tutor/paulina-mackrell

– Unknown

until you’re

Don’t stopproud.

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ou can get more information about all our

courses, including how to apply, by going

online at www.blackpool.ac.uk

DISCOVER MORE

Y ATTEND AN OPEN DAY Our open days are the perfect time to discover more

about B&FC, the different course options and things like

funding and support. At our meet the experts events, you

can speak to a subject specialist about how to make your

career goals a reality.

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WHAT’S ON AND WHEN Open day Saturday 10 June 2017 10.30am-3pm

Open day Saturday 30 September 2017 10.30am-2pm

Meet the experts Wednesday 11 October 2017 5-7pm

Open day Wednesday 8 November 2017 4.30-7pm

Meet the experts Wednesday 6 December 2017 5-7pm

Meet the experts Wednesday 10 January 2018 5-7pm

Meet the experts Wednesday 7 February 2018 5-7pm

Open day Wednesday 7 March 2018 4.30-7pm

Meet the experts Wednesday 2 May 2018 5-7pm

OPEN DAYS FOR MARITIME OPERATIONS COURSES ONLY: Thursday 12 October 2017 1-5pm

Saturday 20 January 2018 10.30am-2.30pm

Fleetwood Nautical Campus

Take a virtual tour:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/about/campuses

Check online for where to go and how to get there:

www.blackpool.ac.uk/opendays - Unknown

We must take

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in order to knowwhere we truly

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B&FC is committed to equality, diversity and wellbeing

in all its activities for everyone who learns and works

here. We respect and value differences in race and

ethnic origin, gender, disability, mental health, sexual

orientation, age, religion and belief, additional learning,

economic and social background.

To receive this prospectus in an alternative format

please contact the Student and Wellbeing Team on

T 01253 504 356 or E [email protected]

Acknowledgments

Bev Robinson, Principal and Chief Executive

Stephanie McEvoy, Copywriter

Faye Baxter,Graphic Designer

Stephen Redfern, Photographer

Browns CTP, Printer

Flaticon, Icons

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Contact usBlackpool and The Fylde College

University Centre

Park Road

Blackpool

Lancashire

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Course Enquiries

T 01253 504 343

General Enquiries

T 01253 352 352

E [email protected]

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