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Undergraduate
Prospectus
2022/23
Qualifications awarded by
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Did you know you could study a degree level course at
Wigan & Leigh College?
The only Value for No expensive halls of residence
Study on your doorstep and save money by living at home
university of
its kind in the
Money -
2-3k less than the Outstanding Higher level
Wigan Borough average £9250 fee Student qualifications
Support awarded by University
• A dedicated personal tutor of Central Lancashire
Above the National Average in the HE • Additional learning support
• Careers advice
and Pearson Edexcel
National Student Satisfaction Survey • Financial advice
• Timetabled tutorial sessions
Get a distinguished degree
employers are looking for
Institution of Engineering and Brand new facilities at the Centre Generous
Technology (IET) accreditation for Advanced Technical Studies financial
support
Smaller class sizes Tutor specialists in industry package
Enjoy a close-knit environment with more and education Provision of equipment and costs
one-to-one time with tutors Learn from real-world experience towards enhancing your study
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Welcome to the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College
We deliver a quality higher education learning experience at a fraction of
the cost of most English universities located on your doorstep. Our students
achieve excellent outcomes and progress to highly skilled employment or
further study.
Our programmes include: Our courses are accredited by the
• Higher National Certificates (HNC) University of Central Lancashire
• Higher National Diplomas (HND) (UCLan) and Pearson. As many
• Certificates in Education (Cert. Ed.) programmes are delivered in
partnership, students have access to
• Foundation Degrees (FdA/FdSc)
their resources, clubs and facilities.
• One or two-year Top-up Degrees
• Post Graduate Certificates We also benefit from strong links
in Education (PGCE) with professional bodies including
• Higher Level and the Institution of Engineering and
Degree Apprenticeships Technology. Two Engineering degrees
(awarded by UCLan) are accredited
Course delivery is based at centres by the Institution of Engineering and
across the Wigan Borough with new Technology (IET) on behalf of the
cutting-edge equipment and facilities. Engineering Council for the purposes
Students develop academic and of fully meeting the academic
employability skills alongside industry requirement for registration as an
knowledge. Incorporated Engineer, and partly
University Centre programmes develop meeting the academic requirement for
the skills and attributes sought by UK registration as a Chartered Engineer.
businesses, from employability and We are the only college of our type
problem solving, to communication in Greater Manchester with this
and team working. We provide quality accreditation.
learning opportunities to equip future
workforces with the skills, knowledge
and opportunities to establish
successful careers.
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Our centres, your University study
Why not take a virtual tour of our facilities through our website and see for yourself.
University Centre Wigan & Leigh College,
Parsons Walk Centre
Located in Wigan Town Centre, students have access to a wide range of
facilities and resources including: quiet study areas; IT suites; a Learning
Resource Centre; well-resourced teaching rooms and refectory.
Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
Health, education, digital and civil engineering higher education studies are based at our new
centre located in Wigan’s historic Rushton Building. Our latest Digital Academy is based here in
addition to the one at Leigh College.
School for the Arts
Vibrant creative workshops and expansive art studios at our Centre of
Excellence in Creative Arts also in Wigan town centre, provide industry
standard media and creative facilities, including TV studios, state-of-the-art
CAD suites, multimedia and photography studios. The school also has a
fully functioning theatre, gallery, exhibition space and café.
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Our centres, your University study
Centre for Excellence
in Engineering &
Construction (Pagefield)
We have invested millions over the
last few years to expand and provide
upgrades to robotics, artificial intelligence,
mechatronics and 3D printing facilities.
The Centre reflects industry environments,
with the latest technology for mechanical
engineering and sustainable energy. It is
also home to interactive workshops, and
a dedicated learning resource centre, as
well as a café.
Leigh College
Home to our first Digital Academy, the
College is located in the sporting hub
at Leigh Sports Village. Facilities include
digital technologies in cyber security,
artificial intelligence, robotics and
connective devices.
Students have access to world class
sports facilities, a learning resource
centre, modern well-resourced
classrooms, new science laboratories,
a clinical skills laboratory, social spaces
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Learning and progression routes
POST-GRADUATE STUDIES
LEVEL 7
Professional or Post Graduate Certificate (PGCE) for future teachers or those working in alternative education settings.
BA/BSC/BENG (HONS) TOP-UP BACHELOR OF HIGHER AND DEGREE
ARTS/SCIENCE/ APPRENTICESHIPS
LEVEL 6
One year programme for Level 5 students to gain an Honours degree.
ENGINEERING You may progress from
(BA/BSC/BENG) Level 4 to 6 combining work
HONOURS and study for up to five years.
Three year programmes
FOUNDATION DEGREE (FDA/FDSC) HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) which culminate in a
Level 6 award.
LEVEL 5
A two year* commitment to gain a Level 5 A two year* commitment to gain a Level 5
award. Students may then progress to a one award, or can be a top-up year from an HNC.
year top-up degree to obtain a full honours
degree.
HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
LEVEL 4
A Level 4 qualification for progression to higher level study.
ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION
LEVEL 3
A one year programme for those aged 19 and above who do not have the traditional entry qualifications, such as A Levels or Level 3 vocational, to gain the skills
and experience to progress to higher level study.
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Our industry links
Employers have helped us develop courses to provide the right skills for their future workforce. Many of
them support their staff on our programmes for career development and promotion opportunities.
Former university level students have gone onto secure employment in: And in careers such as:
• National Health Services (NHS) • Pentagram • Graphic Design • Fashion
• Greater Manchester Police • MBDA • Teaching • Engineering
• British Army • British Telecoms (BT) • Construction Management • Computer programming
• Matalan • Sellafield Ltd • Business Management • Public Services
• Nursing • Social Work
• Sports Coaching
After a successful career as an engineer, Mark moved into Project
Management at Sellafield Ltd and is now the Engineering and Education
Development Manager. “We support the values of Wigan & Leigh College. They have
“I am passionate about inspiring and informing young people and making an inspiring environment in which to develop the relevant
sure our apprentices get the best experiences and opportunities, as I did skills that employers need. The continued investment into
when I studied at Wigan & Leigh College. The facilities there are first rate.” advanced engineering will allow regional companies to
thrive, employing local talent through apprenticeships and
Mark Duffy,
Engineering and Education
graduate programmes.”
Development Manager
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Celebrating more than 70 Years of Higher Education
The College
announced its
success in turning
out more than 500
graduates, most of
them specialised
in Mining and
Engineering. In
the same year
the College was
offering a range of
degrees in General
Wigan & Leigh Seventeen men Arts, Science,
College’s graduated from Engineering, The College
development the College, eight Mining, Metallurgy, obtained approval
phase saw Her in engineering, two Mathematics, to offer the The College
Wigan & Leigh Majesty Queen in economics, two Botany, Zoology, part-time degree became home to On April 1 control
College launches Elizabeth II unveil in physics, one Pharmacy, of Bachelor of a range of degree of the College was
its first higher a new building at in chemistry and Agriculture, Laws, it had also courses validated handed over to the
education the Parsons Walk four in BSc general Horticulture and proudly claimed 40 by the University of Wigan Metropolitan
programme. Centre. course. Veterinary Science. successes at GCE. London. Borough.
1946 1954 1956 1957 1964 1965 1974
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The following
year, after the
responsibility of
the College moved Wigan & Leigh
to the Borough, College was Two Engineering
Wigan College of formed in April degrees (awarded
Technology was 1992 through Degree The College by UCLan) were
formally launched The College the merger of apprenticeships celebrated accredited by
as a tertiary established a Wigan College launched providing 70 years of the Institute of
college. This was collaborative of Technology the opportunity delivering higher Engineering and The first
the beginning of relationship with (formerly Wigan to simultaneously education and the Technology (IET) Higher Level
a new era for the the University of Mining and study at a higher launch of University on behalf of the Apprentices
further education Central Lancashire Technical College) level, earn a salary Centre Wigan & Engineering achieved their
provider. (UCLan). and Leigh College. and learn at work. Leigh College. Council. awards.
1975 1991 1992 2016 2017 2019 2020
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Higher and Degree Apprenticeships
Degree apprenticeships and higher level apprenticeships combine vocational, academic study and
higher education.
Apprenticeships may combine a Degree apprenticeships explained…
full degree, HNC/D or foundation
degree, with the practical skills I’m already employed. Can I begin a degree
gained in the workplace and apprenticeship with my current employer?
Yes you can. You need to start the initial discussions with your employer.
the financial security and job
satisfaction of being employed. I don’t have an employer - how do I secure a degree
apprenticeship?
We work with employers to develop
You will need to contact us. Visit the website to find current
a range of degree and higher apprenticeship vacancies.
level apprenticeships in sectors
including the nuclear industry, Do I need any qualifications?
leadership and management, Yes you do, but this depends on the apprenticeship you are applying for.
construction management, IT and What if I don’t have the qualifications required for a
health and social care. degree apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship schemes combine The College offers a range of programmes which prepare you for
degree and higher level apprenticeships.
study and work for up to five years.
They provide a loan free degree What are the benefits of studying a degree or higher
qualification with added value. level apprenticeship at the University Centre?
If you are willing to invest your time We combine study for a higher level qualification and work based
and effort, your employer and the qualifications within the approved standards, so that you may earn and
learn in the workplace.
government take up the cost of
your training and assessment. For more information visit wigan-leigh.ac.uk
09 course enquiries 01942 761111Higher Level and Degree Apprenticeship Routes
Apprenticeship standard Level Duration Qualifications Included
HND Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) or
5
Nuclear Technician 3-4 years HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) or
HND Engineering (Mechanical)
HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) and
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering* or
HND Engineering (Mechanical) and
Nuclear Engineer (Degree) 6 2-2½ years
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering* or
HND Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) and
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering* delivered at UCLan
HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) and
Electrical / Electronic Technical Support Engineer (Degree) 6 2½-3½ years
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering*
HND Engineering (Mechanical) and
Manufacturing Engineer Degree 6 2½-3½ years
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering*
HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering* or
Product Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship 6 2½-3½ years
HND Engineering (Mechanical)
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering*
Construction Design and Build Technician 4 2½-4 years HNC Construction
Construction Quantity Surveyor
Construction Site Engineering Technician 4 3-4 years HNC Construction
Construction Site Supervisor
Electrical Power Network Engineer 4 3 years HNC Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) - non-mandatory qualification
Engineering Manufacturing Technician 4 2½ years HNC Engineering
HNC Business or Diploma in Leadership and Management (Level 5) and
Chartered Manager (Degree) 6 4-5 years
Advanced Entry BA (Hons) Business and Management* (Top-up)
Health Care Assistant Practitioner 5 2-3 years FdSc Health and Social Care (Assistant Practitioner)*
*UCLan award
wigan-leigh.ac.uk 10Access to Higher Education Diploma
Courses are another route to higher education for adults aged 19 and over who may not have the
traditional entry qualifications such as A Levels or Level 3 vocational. If you are committed to setting
aside time to achieve the right level of academic development to progress to university, this may be
the route for you.
Access to HE Diploma programmes are highly regarded
by universities across the UK. Students may progress to
a range of degrees including: nursing, midwifery, social
sciences, paramedic, social work, health sciences, sport and
physiotherapy and primary teaching.
Paying for your Access to HE Diploma
Many students do not have to pay the full course fees as
funding, fee remission and loans are available, depending on
your circumstances.
If you are aged 19-23 and do not currently have a full Level 3
qualification, then the course may be free. If you do have a full
Level 3 qualification then you can apply for the Advanced Learner
Loan. This does not have to be paid back if you go to university
and successfully complete your chosen degree.
Access to HE Diploma pathways
• Business • Science
• Computing • Social and Community Work
• Health • Travel & Events Management
• Psychology & Mental Health • Education
• Psychology & Criminology
11 course enquiries 01942 761111Tariff Points Explained
The system higher education providers use to compare different qualifications is through tariff points.
The UCAS tariff BTEC
A Level AS Level BTEC Diploma T Levels Extended Diploma
- what does it mean?
Through the tariff points Grade Points Grade Points Grade Points Grade Points Grade Points
system you are awarded points A* 56 A 20 D* D* 112 D* 168 D* D* D* 168
for the grades you achieve at
A Level, AS Level, BTEC A 48 B 16 D* D 104 D 144 D* D* D 160
Diploma, T Level or BTEC B 40 C 12 DD 96 M 120 D* D D 152
Extended Diploma. You need
C 32 D 10 DM 80 DDD 144
to achieve a certain number
of points to study on specific D 24 MM 64 DDM 128
programmes and these
MMP 80
may differ according to the
qualification you wish to study. MPP 64
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Subject Qualification Duration Length
HNC Business 2 years Part-time
BUSINESS
HND Business 2 years 2 days per week
HNC Computing 2 years Part-time
COMPUTING HND Computing 2 years 2 days per week
BSc (Hons) Computing Top Up Degree Awarded by UCLan 1 year 2 days per week
HNC Construction & the Built Environment 2 years Part-time day or two evenings
HNC Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) 2 years Part-time day or two evenings
CONSTRUCTION /
CIVIL ENGINEERING
HND Construction & the Built Environment 3 years 1 day per week
HND Construction & the Built Environment 2 years 2 days per week
FdA (Foundation Degree) Creative Industries (Graphic Design Pathway) Awarded by UCLan 2 Years 3 days per week plus placement
CREATIVE
INDUSTRIES
BSc (Hons) Creative Practitioner Awarded by UCLan 1 year 2 days per Week
FdA (Foundation Degree) Children, Young People & their Services Awarded by UCLan 2 Years 1 day per week plus placement
EARLY YEARS
& EDUCATION
BA (Hons) Education Studies Awarded by UCLan 1 year 1 day per week
HNC Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) 2 Years Part-time day
ELECTRICAL & HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) 3 Years 1 day per week
ELECTRONIC
ENGINEERING HND Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) 2 Years 2-3 days per week
BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Top-up) Awarded by UCLan 2 Years 1 day per week
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Subject Qualification Duration Length
HEALTH &
FdA (Foundation Degree) Health & Social Care Awarded by UCLan 2 years 1 day per week plus placement
SOCIAL CARE
HNC Engineering (Mechanical) 2 years Part-time day or two evenings
MECHANICAL HND Engineering (Mechanical) 3 years 1 day per week
ENGINEERING HND Engineering (Mechanical) 2 years 2 days per week
BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Top-up) Awarded by UCLan 2 years 2-3 day per week
PUBLIC
HND Public Services 2 years 3 days per week
SERVICES
SCIENCE HND Applied Biology 2 Years 3 days per week
SPORT HND Sports & Exercise Science 2 Years 3 days per week plus placement
Certificate in Education Awarded by UCLan 1 Year 2 days plus placement
TEACHER Certificate in Education Awarded by UCLan 2 Years 1 evening plus placement
EDUCATION Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Awarded by UCLan 1 Year 2 days plus placement
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Awarded by UCLan 2 Years 1 evening plus placement
TRAVEL &
HND Travel & Tourism Management 2 Years 3 days per week
TOURISM
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Investing in your future - fees and funding
University Centre programmes provide undergraduates with the opportunities to succeed, irrespective
of their financial background.
Studying locally provides value for money, including
savings on expensive accommodation costs,
coupled with a lower tuition fee than most English
universities. The funding team provides practical
help and advice on how to complete the loan
application for fees and living expenses.
Tuition fees
Our up-to-date tuition fees are available online at
wigan-leigh.ac.uk/higher
Applying for a loan
Undergraduates can apply for a loan through
Student Finance England
gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance
Both full and part-time students may apply online
for the Student Finance Loan to cover tuition costs.
Graduates will begin to repay the loan when their
income is more than £26,575 a year.
(Correct as of Jan 2021)
17 course enquiries 01942 761111How to Apply
Full-time Programmes Part-time Programmes
If you are currently a student at Wigan & Leigh College To apply for a part-time university level course, you will need to complete a
Please ask your tutor for a University Centre application form. Complete this University Centre application form. Please contact the Admissions Team in the
and hand to your tutor or to our College receptionists. first instance.
Our Admissions Team can help you through the application process, to make
If you are not currently a student at Wigan & Leigh College your transition to higher education as smooth and simple as possible.
For a full-time university level course, you will need to apply through UCAS If you have any queries about the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College,
(Universities & Colleges Admissions Service) at ucas.com email applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk or call 01942 761111.
Wigan & Leigh College institution code is W67.
For more about our courses, support and
This guide was collated in October 2021 for the 2022/23 intake. Wigan & Leigh College (the ‘College’) the opportunities on offer please contact us.
endeavours to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate at the time of going to
publication, but because this prospectus has been printed in advance of course starting dates, Admissions enquiries:
all courses are offered subject to student numbers and the College reserves the right to amend,
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time before you apply for a place on a course of study. There are a number of reasons why changes
to course information may need to be made prior to you applying for a place on a course at the applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk
College. These may include, but are not limited to, operational and/or academic reasons.
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to study on a course of study at the College, that they review up-to-date course information, which is
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