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aim higher, gain employment, progress to university... north west regional college | derry~londonderry, limavady, strabane (028) 7127 6000 info@nwrc.ac.uk www.nwrc.ac.uk
Stay Local Reasons to choose Higher Education at North West Regional College... • HOME Study close to home or choose to learn part-time. • COST Lower tuition & maintenance costs. • SKILLS Develop technical skills for employment. • EXPERIENCE Gain work placement experience with employers. • TIMETABLE Receive high quality teaching from our experienced lecturers. • SUCCEED Progress to employment, or the 2nd / final year of a degree at University. re, go anyw he h t ar er HIGHER FACT! st e Last year, over 850 NWRC graduates progressed to degree study at university w ww uk .nwrc.ac. ...experience higher education at North West Regional College 1
THE COLLEGE Located in Derry-Londonderry, Strabane and Limavady we attract over 20,000 learners every year and employ over 800 employees. Our learners range from school-leavers to mature students, and our annual learner success rates have risen to 75 per cent in recent years, resulting in more than 850 college graduates progressing to degree programmes in 84 different universities, with hundreds more moving directly into employment. Our learning resources and facilities are first rate, and the campus atmosphere is fun, diverse and rewarding. Over 4,000 full-time students attend the college, and their achievements are founded on high quality teaching and support services. We have set our sights on a future where learning will become truly international while also being individual to each learner — a future where we will continue to be at the heart of the local community by playing a role to enhance the ambitions of young people and adults. No matter who you are, we are ready to do all we can to enable you to reach your full potential. College Facts Over 20,000 students Over 800 staff Multi-million pound campuses A College for all Award winning students and staff 5 main campuses 2
MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL & CHIEF EXECUTIVE the importance of local LEO MURPHY higher education Principal & Chief Executive Higher Education in this city and region is vitally important to our socio-economic development. On average some 1,500 people are involved in full-time and part-time Higher Education at our College. The breadth of study is outlined in this publication with an emphasis on Foundation Degrees, Higher Level Apprenticeships, Higher National Diplomas / Certificates and Professional qualifications. We also have a strong Access provision that provides a pathway into Higher Education for mature adults. We need more of our young people from schools to look at the local Higher Education option at the North West Regional College. We can only build the economy we all aspire to through developing and maintaining our skills base in this city and region. Therefore I would ask Parents, Principals and Careers Teachers to encourage our young people to look at the “near to home” option for their higher re, go anyw education choice. he h t ar HIGHER FACT! er st e As a new Higher Education student, you may be eligible for a College bursary of up to £500* *Criteria Applies w ww uk .nwrc.ac. 3
THE CITY & REGION Derry, Londonderry, Doire or ‘Legenderry’ as it’s been recently renamed, is a centre of culture and creativity. Over the past few years, the city has unveiled to all-comers the creative vibrancy and generosity of spirit that has always been apparent to those who knew her best. It’s a city famous for its confident modern outlook as it is for the timeless quality of its craic. Derry~Londonderry stands today in the midst of a compelling transformation. It is a city emerging from a long and colourful history to showcase its brilliance to the world, like a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis of conflict. 4
Here in our City you can expect many a smile of Gateway to Ireland’s Northwest and situated next greeting from people who are noted worldwide to the nearby towns and boroughs of Strabane and for their friendly hospitality. Meander through the Limavady, this city is pulsing with life, resonant bustling streets of this Walled City and listen to the with centuries of heritage and passion, yet fresh echoes of 1,450 years of history. Stroll along its 17th as an Atlantic breeze. This is a joyful regional century walls which are over 400 years old, and centre filled with celebration and inspiration, marvel at the ever-changing skyline of a city which as manifested in the number and quality of our is constant only in the warmth of its welcome. festivals and special events throughout the year. Stroll across the gleaming Peace Bridge which For the latest news and events on the city and curves majestically across the River Foyle leading to region, please visit our partner: the spectacular new development at Ebrington. www.visitderry.com 5
AWARD WINNING COLLEGE & STUDENTS North West Regional College was established in September 2007 and since then almost 5000 students have successfully completed Higher Education studies at our College. • We are a Founder College in Creative and • We have hosted the prestigious ‘Salters Festival Cultural Skills - a network designed to boost of Chemistry’ for the third consectutive year the artistic industries. • The quality of our professional coaching and • We are the first NI College to have received the mentoring training was highlighted recently Skills for Health quality mark, awarded by the when Seagate Technology was selected as UK Sector Skills Council for Health. ‘Employer of the Year’ at the Vocational Qualifications (VQ) awards, a prestigious • Daniel Gallagher, a student from our school of competition designed to recognise excellence in Business and General Education, recently won the delivery of and achievement in vocational the Future Student of Business (FSB) student qualifications across Northern Ireland. of the year 2016. • Rebecca McNichol, Foundation Degree in • Students from our Foundation Degree in Applied Medical Science student, was the Early Childhood Studies course have been the winner of a recent BEST Award for her research highest achieving students in Northern Ireland work relating to treatments for deep vein in this programme for the last four years. thrombosis. • We hold the Erasmus Charter for Higher • We are a STEM Assured College. Education 2014-2020 for participation in the Erasmus Programme. • For more details on all college awards visit: www.nwrc.ac.uk/news 6
SUPPORTING EVERY STEP Students’ Union College Counselling Safeguarding The Students’ Union is made up of Our Student Services staff are trained We are committed to the promotion of students of varying courses, age and to provide a confidential Listening Ear a caring supportive environment where gender, who support the general welfare Service. Our Safeguarding Officer will also staff and students can work together of all students. It is the main channel of be able to advise and if needed refer you to in an atmosphere of mutual respect, so communication between students and a GP or Carecall Counsellor. that each and every student can achieve College management, and organises a their full potential. We provide a range of range of events and societies for students Counselling Services at NWRC are services to support our students, including throughout the year. A Students’ Union provided in association with Carecall safeguarding. By protecting our young President and class representatives are Mental Wellbeing. people, adolescents and adults that are at elected at the beginning of each academic risk or in need of our protection we must year. Union members enjoy USIT benefits Tel: 028 7127 6091 / 8709 or take a collective approach and shared such as travel and shopping discounts. email: counselling@nwrc.ac.uk responsibility. Careers Academy & Library Here at NWRC our aspiration for all Careers Service NI The College Libraries facilitate research students is that they will fulfil their The NWRC Careers Academy delivers a and study, providing access to a variety of potential and be happy in every aspect wide range of bespoke programmes and sources of information, which includes: of their lives, both physically and interactive workshops tailored to the books, journals, e-Books, e-journals and mentally. Our vision is achieved with student’s needs. online databases. Electronic resources are the cooperation of all staff at various available 24/7 from home or in College. professional levels across all academic We strive to close the gaps to support departments, within our support services students to creatively meet their We also provide: study pods, reprographic and throughout our wider community. employment and higher education services, late opening (selected days), potential through the innovative library induction and helpful staff. Equality development of soft and hard skills. We The College promotes equality of provide careers information advice and Learning Support Services opportunity among all of our staff and guidance before you apply and throughout Do you have a disability or learning students. We actively seeks opportunities to your time at the college. We provide you difficulty that may affect the way you promote equality between the recognised with information and guidance on how participate in your course? Our Learning groups with a view to having an inclusive best to progress after course completion. Link staff can create a plan tailored to your environment where everyone feels individual needs. All queries are treated in welcome. College Careers will ensure the accuracy confidence. We encourage you to contact of information and guidance provided as us early to ensure that we can meet your The College has been proactive in the area far as possible, however we encourage all needs. of equality and will continue to explore students to fully verify the information for ways of facilitating all students to maximise themselves. See overleaf for more details. Some of the areas were we provide their learning experience. The Special additional support include: liaising with Educational Needs and Disability (NI) Tel: 028 7127 6080 / 8784 or email tutors, loan of College equipment, access Order 2005) (SENDO) came into effect careers@nwrc.ac.uk to orientation sessions and advice, further on 1st September 2005. The principle support and study skills. behind the further and higher education Careers Service NI works in partnership sections of this legislation is that people with our College Careers Service. For more For more information call 028 7127 6024 with disabilities should have the same details visit www.careersserviceni.com or opportunities as others to benefit wherever call 0300 200 7820. possible from whatever education or other related provision is available. 7
OUR HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE The range of higher education course options at our college is available on a Full-Time or Part-Time mode of attendance, and the majority of programme levels include Foundation Degree, Higher National Diplomas & Certificates (HND / HNC) and Professional Programmes. “ The modules were fantastic, the facilities Last year almost 850 North were amazing, and the Lecturers were really West Regional College graduates helpful. After graduating, I progressed to UU secured places at universities to complete an Hons Degree in International Travel & Tourism. I now work with Emirates throughout the UK & Ireland, Airlines in Dubai as an Air Stewardess. I’m while many more found delighted all of my hard work has paid off. ” employment locally, regionally and internationally. We Katie Saunders develop our Higher Education Foundation Degree Travel portfolio through consultation & Tourism Management with employers and other key Graduate, now employed stakeholders so that course with Emirates Airlines. options, content, and practical experience are directly related to the skills and knowledge in positions of employment that are available in the region and beyond. Course teaching is delivered by committed and experienced academic personnel, with advice and guidance on hand from friendly and dedicated support staff. QAA Reviewed Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education 8
ASSOCIATE STUDENT STATUS Ulster University Early Years Students NWRC is a partner college of the Ulster University. Queen’s University Belfast When you study one of their validated courses you Students in Early Years have associate student status are officially an Associate Student of the Ulster of the Queen’s University Belfast. This allows access University. As an Associate Student you will be to the Queen’s University Belfast libraries and state issued with a Ulster University student card which of the art facilities. will allow you to access a range of services and facilities at Ulster including the Library and the Students on the Foundation Degree in ECS / HND Sports Centre. Advanced Practice in Work with Children and Families can gain entry into degree programmes at Sports Centre Stranmillis College (Queen’s University). Ulster University’s Sport Centre at Coleraine, Jordanstown or Magee Campus, have great fitness Letterkenny Institute of Technology suites and a range of classes to help you Be Active. Students on the Foundation Degree in ECS / HND For more information visit: www.sportsulster.com Advanced Practice in Work with Children and Families can gain Advanced Entry into Year 3 of Library the BSc (Hons) in Early Childhood Care, Health & As an Associate Student you will be able to: Education as students of Letterkenny Institute of • Consult Library books in any of the University’s Technology (LYIT) with associate student status at four libraries in Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown NWRC. or Magee • Borrow books • Request access to electronic journals Progression Opportunities Early Years graduates have the opportunity to pursue For more information visit: professional qualifications in careers such as: Primary www.ulster.ac.uk/library Teaching, Special Needs Teaching, Play therapist, Speech therapist, Occupational therapy, Health Promotion, Social Work and Psychology. 9
THE ECONOMY IS OUR BUSINESS Our dedicated Business Support Centre Example sources of funding include: (BSC) manages the College’s engagement • Department for the Economy (DfE) funded with industry, providing support through InnovateUs programme training and upskilling, and assisting businesses to source funding to undertake • DfE Connected Programme innovation and research and development. • DfE Skills Focus programme • Invest NI Innovation Voucher Programme We help companies to secure funding to undertake (£5k) skills development, innovation and research & • DfE Assured Skills Programme and Higher development activities. We then work with the Level Apprenticeships. companies to deliver tailored solutions, through our • Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) technical consultants and College academic staff. If you have or would like to discuss a potential opportunity for assistance BUSINESS SUPPORT CENTRE please call the team on 028 7127 6170 or email businesssupport@nwrc.ac.uk NORTH WEST REGIONAL COLLEGE INNOVATEUS SKILLS FOCUS The Department for the Economy (DfE) funded The DEL Skills Focus programme InnovateUs programme enables small businesses enables businesses with up to 250 employees to with up to 50 employees to acquire the skills upskill or reskill employees in accredited training necessary to engage in innovation activities to help programmes at Level 2 or above. Currently DfE them grow their business. fund 75% of the training costs with the business paying the remaining 25%. Training is based on The BSC offers a flexible approach to delivering employers needs and is delivered flexibly. the support to meet the identified skills deficit within the company. The Programme provides up INVEST NI INNOVATION VOUCHER to 30 hours skills training, which is fully funded by the DEL and delivered around the needs of the £5,000 Invest NI funding to develop innovative business. Innovation support can be given in the solutions, new products, new services or areas of ICT, Creative & Digital Media, Renewables, enhance existing products for your business through technical mentoring and R&D support Food, Drink & Tourism, Advanced Engineering and from the North West Regional College. Manufacturing and Life & Health Services. 10
CONNECTING WITH LOCAL BUSINESS Supporting the development of small and medium sized businesses is a key objective for us and due to Connected, an initiative funded by the Department of Employment and Learning, a wide range of businesses have benefited from the expertise within the College for several years. NWRC is one of Northern Ireland’s largest further and higher education providers and has vast resources and expertise that local enterprises can avail of. From the knowledge and professional expertise available, to the modern industry standard facilities, College staff have matched the needs of small companies and medium enterprises requiring bespoke support to help them stand out from the competition through Connected. case study: Renewable Energy / Gaelectric North West Regional College is April 2015 where the parties agreed to Gaelectric’s energy generation capacity involved in a cutting edge research and promote renewable energy technology into the future. The project has involved development project in the renewable solutions associated with wind power Gaelectric recruiting a computing energy sector in partnership with and wind power integration. The project graduate to deliver the predictive renewable energy leaders Gaelectric. is focusing on data mining for the wind solution under the supervision The project follows the signing of a energy market where sophisticated of NWRC. memorandum of understanding in models will be developed to predict 11
MONEY MATTERS TUITION FEES IN BOTH CASES A DEPOSIT WILL BE WAIVED IF THE STUDENT PROVIDES A LETTER FROM THE FULL TIME STUDENT LOAN COMPANY CONFIRMING THAT You have tuition fees to pay if you choose to study a AN APPLICATION FOR A TUITION FEE LOAN HAS Higher Education (HE) course. BEEN RECEIVED. • OCR Level 4 Diploma in Administration (Business Professional) £2,500* Course fees must be paid in full by 28th February 2018. • Higher National Diploma (HND) and Foundation Degree £2,500* NON-PAYMENT OF TUITION FEES *Fees are subject to confirmation Failure to pay your required tuition fees may result in one or more of the following: PART TIME • you may be withdrawn from your course For information on our part-time tuition fee costs please refer to our part-time prospectus or visit us online: • you may not be able to sit exams for any NWRC course you are enrolled on www.nwrc.ac.uk/parttime • you may not be able to access any College facilities or our Computer network PAYMENT OF TUITION FEES • you may not be able to progress to the next year Full-Time Higher Education (HE) Courses of your course, or enrol on an alternative NWRC course Year 1: • your name will not be included on any pass / • To secure a place you must pay a deposit of at least graduation list £200 (subject to confirmation) (full-fee £2,500). • The deposit should be paid within 4 weeks from the We will aim to recover all outstanding money that is date of your offer by email/letter. Failure to pay the owed to the College. deposit or produce evidence of an application for a tuition fee loan, will result in your offer being withdrawn and your application being moved to the end of the waiting list. • In the event of you not achieving the required qualifications this deposit will be refunded. • If the remaining balance is not paid in full a direct debit facility is available to pay the remaining balance over a maximum of 4 monthly instalments. • Year 2: • Fees should be paid in full on enrolment for those Hoping to progress onto University? students not in receipt of Tuition Fee Loan from SLC If you choose a HND or Foundation Degree • There is a facility to pay by direct debit. with us next year with a view to progressing to • A minimum deposit of £200 (subject to Degree study, it will be your responsibility to confirmation) will be payable on enrolment and a check whether you will be eligible for additional direct debit facility is available to pay the remaining funding at that College or university. Contact balance over a maximum of 4 monthly instalments. your local Education Authority for more details. These will begin on the 15th (or nearest working day) of the month following the date of enrolment. 12
LOANS & GRANTS AT A GLANCE UK students studying HE courses may apply for a UK RESIDENT STUDENTS non-repayable means-tested maintenance grant. You also have the option of applying for a maintenance loan, to HIGHER EDUCATION Foundation Degree Subject to assist with living costs and tuition fee loan, to cover the HND assessment, all cost of your tuition fees. You need to complete a PN1 OCR Level 4 full time H.E. form which is available from Student Services or you can students with complete online by visiting: www.studentfinanceni.co.uk Tuition Apply to your local a household Fees Education Authority using income of less All full time H.E. students may be eligible for an NWRC PN1 or PR1 Forms than £19,203 bursary of up to £500† per academic year Student Apply to your local may be eligible Loan Education Authority using for an NWRC EU students may apply for a tuition fee loan to cover PN1 or PR1 forms H.E. bursary of the costs of HE tuition fees - Download a EU16N form Bursary Apply to your local up to £500 per available from: www.gov.uk/student-finance-forms. / Grant Education Authority using academic year. This form should be returned to: EU Customer Services PN1 or PR1 forms Team, PO BOX 89, Darlington, Co. Durham, DL1 9AZ. Helpline: 0141 243 3570. EU RESIDENT STUDENTS (INC. REPUBLIC OF IRELAND) Republic of Ireland students should apply via www.susi. ie for maintenance grants. Students in receipt of benefits, HIGHER EDUCATION should contact your local Welfare Office for eligibility Foundation Degree Subject to information on Back to Education Allowance. HND assessment, all OCR Level 4 full time H.E. Hardship Fund (a non-repayable means-tested fund) Tuition Apply to EU Customer students with The College may provide help to students with evidence Fees Services Team - Darlington. a household of financial hardship via the College Hardship Fund. UK SLC for Tuition Fee Loan – income of less Students who are aged 18+ may be eligible to help with Complete a EU17N form than £19,203 costs such as fees, maintenance, travel, accommodation, may be eligible Student books and materials. All Hardship Fund applicants NOT ELIGIBLE for an NWRC Loan should previously have applied to their local Education H.E. bursary of Authority in the first instance. You can get an application Bursary Apply via www.susi.ie up to £500 per form from the College Student Services Offices. / Grant If unemployed or claiming academic year. benefits complete a Back To Education Form from your Childcare Social Welfare office Full-time students may be eligible for assistance with childcare costs, for registered child-minders only (including crèches, nurseries etc). Contact Student Services for more information. Applying for Financial Support Early application is advised as forms are processed Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs in the order they are received. Call your relevant Visit our website to view FAQs relating to your student Education Authority for the closing date. finance at: www.nwrc.ac.uk/faq REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE COLLEGE HAS Useful Contact Details OFFERED YOU A PLACE, MAKE AN APPLICATION Education Authorities: Western Region, Tel: (028) 8241 TO YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITY AS YOU CAN STILL 1411; Northern Region, Tel: (028) 2565 3333; CHANGE YOUR COURSE CHOICE AT A LATER DATE. NWRC Student Finance Advisors: Strand Road and Strabane: Tel 028 7127 6033 / 028 7127 6010; Limavady: † Subject to assessment. Students must be in full time Higher Education Tel 028 7127 8770; email: studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk with a household income of less than £19,203 13
rage all We encou cations e ap pli Full-Tim b e m a d e online to it: ebsite. Vis via our w .uk/apply .ac www.nwrc HOW TO APPLY To apply you must be over 16 years of age or over on or before 1st July in year of entry. We operate a first come, first served application process, so apply today! Step 1: Find your course Read through the course sections of your course guide and find the course(s) which interest you. Step 2: Apply Online Visit our website at www.nwrc.ac.uk and search for the course you would like to apply for. Click 'Apply Online' (Paper application forms are also available from Student Services.) Step 3: Complete the Online Application Form Apply for your chosen course using our online application form. Please make sure you complete ALL details on the form fully. You may also include an additional course if you are undecided about your course choice. However, your application will be processed based on your first choice. Step 4: Track your application You can now track the process of your application online. For more information visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/onlineapplications Entry to our courses will also be given to applicants who do not meet the formal academic requirements in this guide, especially those who have significant and relevant experience and ability. Entry criteria for some College courses may be enhanced where courses are over-subscribed. 14
COURSES LEVEL PAGE Higher Level Apprenticeships 19 Honours / Foundation Degrees 22 Higher National Diplomas / Certificates (HND/HNC) 30 Professional Programmes 36 Key to Symbols: In order to explain how students can expect to progress from our courses, the following symbols may appear on each course description and will denote as follows: Progress to a higher level course within our college Progress on to university Progress into employment Entry criteria for some College courses may be enhanced where courses are over-subscribed. Courses at North West Regional College are viable once sufficient numbers have enrolled. 15 15
HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS A Higher Level Apprenticeship is a work-based programme which enables you to earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised professional qualification. Higher Apprenticeships are aimed at learners who have recently completed A levels (or equivalent), and to enable those in employment to gain higher level skills and qualifications at a level equivalent to the first stages of Higher Education (i.e. Level 4 or Level 5). You will gain lots of valuable knowledge, practical skills and work experience as well as an internationally recognised qualification – just the combination that can help increase your future employability, boost your CV, help you progress into management roles and open new career opportunities for you. Getting a Higher Apprenticeship with an employer is the same as getting a job. Following submission of your application, you will be invited to go through the employer’s recruitment process. It will be competitive and there are likely to be a number of people applying for each Higher Apprenticeship vacancy, so you will need to sell yourself and convince the employer that you are the right person for the role. Key to Symbols Entry criteria for some College Progress to a higher level course within our college courses may be enhanced where Progress to university courses are over-subscribed. Progress to employment Courses at North West Regional College are viable once sufficient numbers have enrolled. Where a course is offered at more than one College campus, there may only be sufficient enrolments to offer it at one location. In this case students may be offered the opportunity to undertake the programme at an alternative College campus other than their first choice. 16
higher level apprenticeships www.nwrc.ac.uk/he Higher Level Higher Level Apprenticeship Apprenticeship (HLA) (HLA) in Software in Accountancy Development Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Duration: 2 Years (Part-Time) Duration: 3 Years (Part-Time) Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: 240 UCAS points plus a minimum Grade B in 80 UCAS points, plus GCSE Grade C in English GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent); and Maths; OR ILC 80 UCAS points, plus OR ILC 300 points with English and Mathematics Ordinary H5 in English and Mathematics at or Accountancy achieved at Leaving Certificate grade H6 or above or Grade O4 (Ordinary Level) Level Course Overview: Course Overview: This programme provides an This programme enables employees to undertake alternative route to starting a career in a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Software accountancy. The Higher Level Apprenticeship Development awarded by Ulster University aims to provide applicants with an exciting whilst remaining in employment. ‘on-the-job’ pathway into the accountancy and finance profession. Modules of study will include: The main features of the programme are; Personal and Professional Development, Interactive Web Design, Introduction to • He/she will be selected for employment Programming, Mathematics for Software through the employers own recruitment Development, Object Oriented Programming, process / or already employed by an Systems Analysis and Design, Database Systems, accounting practice / business. Business Application Development, Networking • The apprentice will attend College one day and Architecture, Visual Programming and Data per week, studying for the professionally Structures,Work Based Learning. accredited Accounting Technician of Assessment is a combination of coursework Ireland (ATI) exams and examinations. • The apprentice will complete a work- Successful completion of the Foundation Degree based learning e-portfolio of evidence with appropriate grades enables progression to demonstrating competence in a range of BSc Hons Computing Science at Ulster; similar areas degrees at other Universities, or employment • The apprentice will be mentored by both a opportunities in this field. College and employer-based mentor The Department for the Economy cover all tuition fees and examination costs through their *Ulster University apprenticeship programme Associate Student See page 9 for more Modules of study will include: details. YEAR 1: Taxation, Financial Accounting, Law & Ethics, Business Management; YEAR 2: Advanced Taxation, Advanced Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Integrated, Accounting Systems Assessment consists of externally set, written exams for each unit of study and the completion of a work-based portfolio of evidence. For more information contact: Anne Marie Deehan 028 7127 6182 Email: annemarie.deehan@nwrc.ac.uk 17
higher level apprenticeships www.nwrc.ac.uk/he Higher Level Apprenticeship Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) in Electrical & (HLA) in Mechanical Electronic Engineering Engineering (Pending DEL approval) Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Duration: 2.5 / 3 Years (Part-Time) Duration: 2.5 / 3 Years (Part-Time) Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: 64 UCAS points plus a minimum of one A-Level 64 UCAS points plus a minimum of one A-Level grade C from Maths, Physics, Chemistry or grade C from Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Design/ Technology. If an applicant does not Design/Technology. If applicant does not possess possess A-Level Maths ,they must have GCSE A-Level Maths ,they must have GCSE Maths at Maths at Grade B; OR BTEC Extended Diploma Grade B; OR BTEC Extended Diploma (18 units) (18 units) in a relevant discipline, with a Merit in a relevant discipline, with a Merit or above or above in at least half of the units taken (inc. in at least half of the units taken (inc. Maths Maths and Mechanical Principles) & GCSE and Mechanical Principles) & GCSE English English Language and Mathematics at grade C Language and Mathematics at grade C or above. or above ILC: 64 UCAS Points (inc. Maths or Chemistry or ILC: 64 UCAS Points (inc. Maths or Chemistry Physics at H2). If only offering Chemistry and / or or Physics at H2). If only offering Chemistry and Physics at H2, a minimum of H4 Maths is required. / or Physics at H2, a minimum of H4 Maths is required. Note: A minimum of 5 subjects in the Note: A minimum of 5 subjects in the Irish Leaving Irish Leaving Certificate at least 4 of which should Certificate at least 4 of which should be at Higher be at Higher Level. Level. Access: Average mark of at least 50%, inc. passes Access: Average mark of at least 50%, inc. passes in Maths and a Science subject. in Maths and a Science subject. Course Overview: This programme enables employees to undertake Course Overview: a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Mechanical This programme enables employees to undertake Engineering awarded by Ulster University. The a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Mechanical programme is delivered part-time day release Engineering awarded by Ulster University. The one day and evening per week over three years. programme is delivered part time day release oneday and evening per week over three years. Modules of study will include: This course will also provide you with critical Mathematics for Engineering, Mechanical thinking and problem solving skills. Science, Fluid, Graphical Communication Modules of study will include: and CAD, Business Management, Engineering Materials, Computer Aided Manufacture, Mathematics for Engineering, Electrical Science, Dynamics, Engineering Mechanics, Engineering Digital & Analogue Electronics, Microelectronic Design with Parametric CAD, Further Principles, Application of Microcontrollers, Mathematics for Engineers, Heat Transfer, Digital Systems, Analogue Electronics, Electrical Strength of Materials, Quality and Business & Electronic Principles, Electrical Principles, Improvement Techniques, Work based learning. Programmable Logic Controllers, Power Electronics, Electronic Circuit Manufacture, Careers in engineering are popular due to their Further Mathematics for Engineering, prestige, positive job outlook and the higher than Operational Amplifiers Devices and Circuits, average salary. Whether you want to specialise Work based learning. in mechanical, manufacturing, production, aeronautical, energy supply, electronics, Careers in engineering are popular due to their electrical, communications or maintenance prestige, positive job outlook and the higher than engineering, there is a wide range of engineering average salary. opportunities available in Ireland, the UK and abroad. Successful completion of the Foundation Degree with appropriate grades enables progression Successful completion of the Foundation Degree to year 2 BEng Hons degree pathway ofrelated with appropriate grades enables progression degree in Ulster University; similar degrees at to year 2 BEng Hons degree pathway of related *Ulster University Associate Student other Universities, or employment opportunities degree in Ulster University; similar degrees at See page 9 for more in this field. other Universities, or employment opportunities details. in this field. 18
www.nwrc.ac.uk/he higher level apprenticeships Higher Level Apprenticeship in International Hospitality & Tourism Management / info r mation re International Travel & o IT For m Tourism Management VISLINE ON Location: Derry~Londonderry e k/h Duration: 2.5 Years (Part-Time) c.u .a c www.nwr Entry Requirements: UK - 80 UCAS points, plus GCSE Grade C in English & Maths; ILC - 80 UCAS points plus, Ordinary D1 in English & Maths. A pre-course information session will be held - each applicant must attend Course Overview: The Higher Level Apprenticeship programme is widely recognised as the best combination of on the job training and higher level study. The programme enables employees to undertake a Level 5 Foundation degree in International Hospitality & Tourism Management / International Travel & Tourism Management awarded by Ulster University while in employment and working to develop industry related skills and knowledge. Core modules of study include: Study Skills, Principles of Event Management, Contemporary, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Research Methods for Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Facility Operations, Accounts, Employability & Digital Media Skills, Work Based Learning, Leadership & People Management, Marketing & Entrepreneurship and Global Hospitality and Travel & Tourism Management Issues. Hospitality & Tourism Management modules include: Food & Beverage Operations and Culinary Operations. Travel & Tourism Management modules include: International Travel & Tourism Destinations and Domestic Tourism Operations. Work Based mentoring will be provided to support the learning process and in addition some delivery will be through a blended approach as students can log on remotely from their workplace or home to access learning materials and course content. Assessment is a combination of coursework and examinations. On successful completion of the Foundation degree, students will have the opportunity to progress to BSc Hons International Hospitality Management, BSc Hons International Travel & Tourism Management at Ulster University or similar. 19
HONOURS & FOUNDATION DEGREES If you successfully complete a Foundation Degree, or another relevant qualification, such as a HND, you may be able to complete just one year of study on a Top-up degree, allowing you to achieve a full Honours level qualification and graduate with a BSc (Hons) or BA (Hons). A Foundation Degree is a Higher Education qualification which combines learning in the workplace and classroom, involving specialised skills and knowledge to improve your career. Delivered through partnerships between employers, Universities and local Colleges, they enable you to gain the specific skills that employers are looking for, and can be studied on either a full-time or a part-time basis. Foundation Degrees offer students with work or family commitments the flexibility to study a Higher Education qualification close to home. They provide valuable work experience which allows students to put their learning into practice in a work environment. Tuition fees are lower than University fees. Successful graduates may be offered a route to an Honours Degree at University, equipped with a powerful combination of technical skills, academic knowledge and other skills that employers are increasingly demanding. Foundation Degree courses in colleges normally have smaller class sizes and more one-to-one contact with tutors than Honours degrees. Key to Symbols Progress to a higher level course within our college Entry criteria for some College courses may be enhanced where Progress to university courses are over-subscribed. Progress to employment Courses at North West Regional College are viable once sufficient numbers have enrolled. Where a course is offered at more than one College campus, there may only be sufficient enrolments to offer it at one location. In this case students may be offered the opportunity to undertake the programme at an alternative College campus other than their first choice. 20
www.nwrc.ac.uk/he honours degrees BSc (Hons) in Early Childhood BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching N EW Care, Health & Education & Performance (LYIT)† (Two Year Top-Up) (LYIT)† Location: Combined Delivery: Location: Combined Delivery: NWRC and LYIT NWRC and LYIT Duration: 2 Years Duration: 2 Years Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: Students must have a Level 5 Childcare Students must have a Level 5 Sports Qualification; Qualification: however, the selection process however, the selection process is implemented by is implemented by Letterkenny Institute of Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT). Technology (LYIT). Students must complete the Applicants must apply online using the Direct LYIT Advanced Entry application form. Entry Application Form available at www.lyit.ie Course Overview: Course Overview: We work in partnership with Letterkenny Institute This is a new and exciting partnership between of Technology to deliver the BSc (Hons) Early North West Regional College and Letterkenny Childhood, Care, Health and Education Top Up Institute of Technology. Students who have already for those who already hold a HND qualification achieved a HND or Foundation Degree in Sport in Early Childhood Studies/ Advanced Practice. are provided with the opportunity to achieve a Entry onto the degree programme will be at Year 3 Bachelor of Science Honours degree within the of the four-year programme. North West. Students will develop the skills necessary to This programme focuses on sports coaching and assimilate an understanding of the complex and performance across the spectrum from beginner diverse nature of the subject, as well as more to competitor levels and is designed to equip general skills which will be widely transferable. learners with the skills and experience necessary to Students will undertake a critical examination of coach, develop and support athletic performance. contrasting perspectives which provide insight into the varied experiences of early years’ settings. Modules of study include: Drawing on their ability to locate, review and Foundations of Strength & Conditioning, Speed, evaluate research findings they will articulate central theoretical arguments within a variety of Agility & Quickness, Personal Fitness Instruction, Performance Analysis & Technology, Applied We recently formed EY studies and apply as skilled practitioners in these settings. Sport Psychology, Applied Sports Nutrition, Video a unique partnership with Analysis, Research Methods, Research Project/ Health Promotion Project, Competitive Sports Letterkenny Institute of On successful completion students will be able to work independently and identify the need for Development within National Governing Bodies, Technology. Successful knowledge acquisition and skill development on the Commercial Sector and the Not-for-Profit an ongoing basis. Work Placement is an integral Sector; Sports Organisations; Sporting Clubs; the learners on two of our part of the programme and provides students with Health & Fitness Industry; Community Activity Foundation Degrees now an opportunity to learn from experience through Programmes; Personal Training; Postgraduate supervised practice. Experiential learning in this Study. have the opportunity to way provides opportunities to reflect on practice This unique partnership means that delivery of the progress to full BSc (Hons) and to apply theory to practice. Placement also provides the student with opportunities for programme is shared between NWRC and LYIT Degrees from LYIT. as follows: observation and engagement in needs assessment, early childhood curriculum planning and YEAR 1 implementation. This exciting new partnership Semester 1: 3 days in NWRC, 1 day in LYIT provides an attractive incentive To read more information on this course and to Semester 2: Work placement download the LYIT Advanced entry application to local learners helping them to visit: http://www.lyit.ie YEAR 2 Honours Degree qualifications by For more information contact: Semester 1: 1 day in NWRC, 1 day in LYIT studying within the North West Lisa Taggart Semester 2: 1 day in NWRC, 2 days in LYIT region. 0287127657, lisa.taggart@nwrc.ac.uk For more information contact: Lynda Hegarty Letterkenny IT † 028 7127 6151 Associate Student Email: lynda.hegarty@nwrc.ac.uk See page 9 for more details. 21
foundation degrees www.nwrc.ac.uk/he Foundation Degree in Foundation Degree in Foundation Degree in Business and Enterprise* Software Development* Information Technologies* (Validated by Ulster University) (Validated by Ulster University) (Validated by Ulster University) NDAQ: N/A Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Duration: 2 Years (3 Years, Part-Time) Duration: 2 Years (3 Years Part-Time) Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time) Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: UK - 80 UCAS points + GCSE Maths Grade C UK - 72 UCAS points + GCSE Maths Grade Entry Requirements: minimum AND GCSE English Grade C OR C minimum AND GCSE English Grade C OR UK - 72 UCAS Tariff points + GCSE Maths Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; Grade C or equivalent AND GCSE English Grade C OR Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; ILC - 80 UCAS points + OLC (Grade C3 or ILC - 72 UCAS points plus OLC (Grade C3 or above) to include Maths and English above) to include Maths and English ILC - 72 UCAS Tariff points OLC (Grade C3 or above) in English and Maths; Course Overview: Course Overview: Offered by us in partnership with Ulster This course can prepare you for a career in the Access - 45% (which includes Level 2 in University, this course is designed to prepare you computer industry or for further study at degree Communications & Mathematics) for a career in the software development industry level. The programme is designed on a modular Interview is required or for further study at degree level. basis that will allow you flexibility in terms of your final choice of specialism. Course Overview: Year 1 modules include: Interactive Web Design, This innovative course, developed based on Introduction to Programming, Mathematics The two-year course will cover: industry needs, will give you the opportunity to for Software Development, Object Oriented Personal and Professional Development; develop business and enterprise knowledge and Programming, Systems Analysis and Design and Human Computer Interaction; Introduction skills and also employment experience. A key Relational Database Systems. to Programming; Testing; Systems Analysis feature of this course is the work based learning Year 2 modules include: Business Application and Design; Introduction to Object Oriented which provides the opportunity to work in a Development, Networking and Architecture, Programming; Computer Systems for Business; company on a ‘live’ project. Students find this Visual Programming and Data Structures, and Business Application Development; Web aspect of the course particularly interesting and Work Based Learning. Technologies; Database Technologies; Work very useful. Knowledge and skills will be gained Based Learning. through activities and application to ‘real world’ Successful completion of the course enables business issues and opportunities. Practical progression to BSc (Hons) Computer Science The course modules have been designed to aspects of people management, marketing, on- at the Ulster University, similar degrees at other reflect current trends in the industry. They will line business and finance will feature strongly in universities, or employment opportunities in this give you the opportunity to apply and develop related modules. field. the knowledge and skills you have acquired in real projects and particularly in the Work Based Modules of study will include: Academic and The Work Based Learning module in this course Learning module. Research Skills Development, Principles of offers you an excellent opportunity to apply Marketing, The Business Economic Environment, the skills and knowledge acquired into real life For more information, contact: Principles of Accounting, Principles of Human practice. Many graduates from the course have Carmel Doherty Resource Management, Enterprise and been offered full time employment as a result of 028 7127 6422 Employability Skills, Business Work Based their performance in the workplace. Email: carmel.doherty@nwrc.ac.uk Learning A, Developing the Digital Enterprise, For more information, contact: Marketing Communications, Principles and Practices of High Performance Management, Carmel Doherty Accounts for Business Managers and Business 028 7127 6422 Work Based Learning B. Email: carmel.doherty@nwrc.ac.uk Validated by the Ulster University this course provides you with an opportunity to progress to the final year of the business degrees at Ulster University, particularly Magee Campus, subject to UU entry criteria and the completion of a summer bridging module. It provides a ‘local’ and cost effective option which could see completion of a DID YOU KNOW? BSc Hons Business degree in 3 years. For more information, contact: Daniel Gallagher, a student on our Susanne Currie Foudation Degree in Business course, 028 7127 6184 was the winner of the 2016 FSB Email: susanne.currie@nwrc.ac.uk Student of Year Award. 22
www.nwrc.ac.uk/he foundation degrees Foundation Degree in Foundation Degree in Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering* Architectural Technology* Sustainable Construction* (Validated by Ulster University) (Validated by Ulster University) (Validated by Ulster University) Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Duration: 2 Years Duration: 2 Years Duration: 2 Years Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: UK - 64 UCAS points + GCSE Maths Grade C or UK - 64 UCAS points + GCSE Maths Grade C or UK - 64 UCAS points + GCSE Maths Grade C or approved equivalent AND GCSE English Grade approved equivalent AND GCSE English Grade approved equivalent AND GCSE English Grade C OR Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; C OR Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; C OR Essential Skills Level 2 Communications; ILC - 64 UCAS points + OLC (Grade C3 or ILC - 64 UCAS points + OLC (Grade C3 or ILC - 64 UCAS points + OLC (Grade C3 or above) to include English and Maths above) to include English and Maths above) to include English and Maths Course Overview: Course Overview: Course Overview: This course can prepare you for a range of The course is for you if you are interested in This course will allow you to progress to further technical and management careers in the following a career in Architectural Technology academic study at degree level and/or to enhance Construction & Built Environment Sector. and require a Foundation Degree to progress to your employment prospects by providing Having met the necessary standards on course, higher academic qualifications and/or to enhance the analytical knowledge and organisational completion you can apply for entry into BEng employment prospects in this field. skills currently in demand within a modern (Hons) Civil Engineering (Geoinformatics) or construction industry. The course is designed to BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering. It includes 400 hours of work placement in the prepare you for a construction career as a Built second year of the course. Environment professional. Ulster University Modules of study will include: Communication, validates the Foundation Degree and having Civil Engineering & Digital Surveying, Civil Ulster University validates the Foundation met required standards, successful completion Engineering CAD & Emerging Technologies, Degree and successful completion permits entry permits entry into the second year of related Mathematics, Geology & Soil Mechanics, into the second year of related degree courses at degree courses. Structural Mechanics, Civil Engineering university. Contracts Management, Fluids & Hydraulics, Modules of study will include: Modules of study will include: Structural Analysis & Design, Measurement & Sustainable Construction, Mathematics Costing, Work Based Learning. Sustainable Construction, Mathematics & Structures, Emerging Technologies & & Structures, Emerging Technologies and An essential component of the course is the CADD, Environmental Science & Materials, CAD, Environmental Science & Materials, requirement to undertake a work placement Construction Surveying, Law & Construction Construction Surveying, Law & Construction during the final year in order to successfully Contract, Building Services & Renewable Contract, Building Services & Renewable complete the Foundation Degree. Students Energy, Maintenance & Adaptation, Work Energy, Maintenance & Adaptation, Work undertaking the course develop technical skills Based Learning, Construction Economics, Based Learning, Architectural Technology, which will enable them to work on a wide range Digital Surveying, Measurement & Costing and Architectural Graphics & Project, CADD of projects, e.g. transportation, highways, water Construction Site Maintenance. Applications and Design Principals & Procedures. and waste, building structures and environmental 400 hours of work placement are included in the schemes. The course is offered as a dedicated route to the second year of the course. Work Placement is second year of the Ulster University’s BSc (Hons) You can embark on career paths which include: assessed via employer input, the tutor; a written in Architectural Technology & Management Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, report and a presentation / interview. degree, with a further two years of study required. Architecture, Surveying, Estate Management, The course is offered as a dedicated route to Structural Engineering, Town and Country It therefore allows candidates to complete a BSc the second year of the Ulster University’s BSc Planning. You may also be in a position to (Hons) Degree within the same four year period (Hons) Degree in Construction Engineering continue your career by undertaking professional as candidates who enrol directly to the university and Management degree, with a further two exams to become TMICE or with further study at the beginning of Year One. years of study required. Students who complete and experience MICE. You may pursue careers The course is structured such that students who a Foundation Degree can achieve an Honours within the Public Sector, e.g. DRD Roads Service do not progress to the second year can achieve Degree after two further years’ study at University. or Water NI, or with private consultants or contractors. a CertHE qualification following successful For more information, contact: completion of the first year of study. The course structure is validated by Ulster Paul McChrystal University and meets QAA Engineering The CertHE is also validated by Ulster University. 028 7127 6352 Benchmark statements and the requirement of For more information, contact: Email: paul.mcchrystal@nwrc.ac.uk AHEP3-2014. John Logue For more information, contact: 028 7127 6361 Brian Morrison Email: john.logue@nwrc.ac.uk *Ulster University 028 7127 6318 Associate Student Email: brian.morrison@nwrc.ac.uk See page 9 for more details. 23
foundation degrees www.nwrc.ac.uk/he Foundation Degree in Foundation Degree in Electrical & Electronic Mechanical Engineering* (Validated by Ulster University) Engineering* (Validated by Ulster University) Location: Derry~Londonderry Location: Derry~Londonderry Duration: 2 Years (3 Years, Part-Time) Duration: 2 Years (3 Years, Part-Time) Entry Requirements: UK - 64 UCAS points (include one A-Level Entry Requirements: Grade C from Maths, Physics, Chemistry or UK - 64 UCAS points (include one A-Level Design/ Technology). If not offering A-Level Grade C in Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Design/ Maths you must have GCSE Maths at Grade B; Technology). If you don’t have A-Level Maths, OR BTEC Extended Diploma (18 units) in a you must have GCSE Maths at Grade B; OR relevant discipline, with a Merit or above in at least BTEC Extended Diploma(18 units)in a relevant half of the units taken (inc. Maths and Mechanical discipline, with a Merit or above in at least half Principles) and GCSE English Language (or of the units taken (inc. Maths and Electrical Essential Skills Communications Level 2) AND Principles) and GCSE English Language (or GCSE Maths at Grade C or above. Essential Skills Communications Level 2) AND GCSE Maths at Grade C or above. ILC - 64 UCAS Points (inc. Maths or Chemistry and/or Physics at Higher B1). If only offering ILC - 64 UCAS Points (inc. Maths or Chemistry Chemistry and/or Physics at Higher B1, minimum or Physics at Higher B1. If only offering of Higher C1 Maths is required. Chemistry and/or Physics at Higher B1, minimum of Higher C1 Maths. Note: A minimum of 5 subjects in the Irish Leaving Certificate (Including English) at least 4 of which Note: A minimum of 5 subjects in the Irish Leaving should be at Higher Level. Certificate (Including English) at least 4 of which should be at Higher Level. Access: At least 50% including passes in Maths and a Science Subject Access: At least 50% including passes in Maths and a Science Subject Course Overview: Whether you want to specialise in mechanical, Course Overview: manufacturing, production, aeronautical, energy Whether you want to specialise in electronics, supply, electronics, electrical, communications or communications, manufacture or maintenance, maintenance engineering, there is a wide range of there is a wide range of engineering opportunities engineering opportunities available in Ireland, the available in Ireland, the UK and abroad. UK and abroad. Modules of study will include: Mathematics Modules of study will include: Mathematics for Engineering, Electrical Science, Digital & for Engineering, Mechanical Science, Fluid, Analogue Electronics, Microelectronic Principles, Graphical Communication and CAD, Business Application of Microcontrollers, Digital Systems, Management, Engineering Materials, Computer Analogue Electronics, Electrical & Electronic Aided Manufacture, Dynamics, Engineering Principles, Electrical Principles, Programmable Mechanics, Engineering Design with Parametric Logic Controllers, Power Electronics, Electronic, CAD, Further Mathematics for Engineers, Heat Circuit Manufacture, Further Mathematics for Transfer, Strength of Materials, Quality and Engineering, Operational Amplifiers Devices Business Improvement Techniques, Work based and Circuits, and Work based learning. learning. This programme will open a career opportunity This programme will open a career opportunity for you and you could find yourself working in for you and you could find yourself working in some of the following areas: Research, design, some of the following areas; research, design, manufacture, materials, energy conservation, manufacture, materials, energy conservation, broadcasting, electronics, education & training, aeronautical engineering, education & training, measurement control and automation, medical measurement control and automation, medical engineering mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical/ engineering, consultancy and contracting. electronic engineering, consultancy and For more information, contact: contracting. For more information contact: *Ulster University Associate Student Columba Toner Paul Young See page 9 for more 028 7127 6331 028 7127 6338 details. Email: columba.toner@nwrc.ac.uk Email: paul.young@nwrc.ac.uk 24
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