East Kent College Higher Education Prospectus

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Higher Education Prospectus 2014-15

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Contents

Contents | 3

ContentsWelcome .............................................................4

Why choose East Kent College? ..................5

About Broadstairs .......................................... 10

Welcome to Canterbury

Christ Church University ..............................12

About the College ..........................................15

International Students ...................................16

Student Life .......................................................18

Care Leavers .....................................................19

Learning Facilities ...........................................20

Student Support ..............................................21

Careers Advice ................................................ 22

Fees & Financial Support ............................. 24

Accommodation ............................................ 25

Progress to University................................... 26

HNC Business ................................................. 28

HNC Travel & Tourism Management ...... 29

HNC Interactive Media ..................................31

HNC Music Production ............................... 32

HNC Performing Arts NEW ........................ 33

HNC Applied Biology ....................................35

HNC Computing &

Systems Development ................................. 36

HNC Sport & Exercise Science NEW .......37

HNC Construction &

the Built Environment ................................... 38

HNC General Engineering ..........................40

HNC Beauty Therapy ................................... 43

VCTC Skin Blemish Removal Level 4 ...... 43

HNC Hospitality Management ..................44

BA (Hons) Lifelong Learning.......................46

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong

Learning Sector Level 4 (PTLLS) ................47

Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong

Learning Sector Level 4 (CTLLS) ................47

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong

Learning Sector level 5 (DTLLS) .................47

Teaching English to Speakers of Other

Languages Level 5 (TESOL) .........................47

AAT Level 4 .......................................................48

Entry Requirements ......................................49

How to Apply ..................................................50

How to Find Us ................................................52

Terms & Conditions ......................................54

Contact usFor information about applying:

www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation

[email protected]

General enquiries 01843 605040

+44 1843 605040 from outside the UK

[email protected]

Open DaysIf you can, please come and visit us.

All our Open Days are held at our

main Broadstairs campus and are an

opportunity for you to view the facilities,

meet our teaching staff and seek advice

on everything you need to know about

starting a course, including careers

guidance and financial support.

We also welcome visitors throughout

the year and organise tours of the College

on request. If you would like to book a

tour, or have any questions about what

we have to offer, please contact us on

01843 605040 or pop in to speak to our

student services team. We will do all that

we can to help.

For more information visit the What’s On

page at: www.eastkent.ac.uk/whats_on

We very much look forward to

welcoming you to East Kent College.

New courses available in September 2014 Higher National Diploma in

Construction and the Built

Environment ..............................................39

Higher National Diploma in

General Engineering (Renewable

Technologies pathway) ..........................41


4 | Welcome

Welcome to East Kent College

I am delighted that you are considering

studying at East Kent College. Our

prospectus sets out an exciting

opportunity for Higher Education which

is relevant to future careers and which will

enable you to go on to University.

Working in partnership with Canterbury

Christ Church University we have

developed a comprehensive range of

Higher Education courses in response

to local opportunities. Our courses have

proved popular with our first intake of

students because they offer an accessible

and high quality route into Higher

Education for many different kinds of

people in smaller friendly groups. East

Kent College is an ambitious environment

where we encourage enterprise and high

aspirations.

Our programmes suit students who might

need a flexible programme which allows

them to study part-time and carry on

working. Our Higher National Certificates

are also ideal for students who might

be seeking an alternative to traditional

university entrance.

However, I believe that the appeal for

many is simply that Higher National

Certificates are a highly respected

qualification in their own right which

open the door to many employment

opportunities, and which also offer the

option to go on to the second year of a

university course. An added attraction

is that most of our Higher National

Certificate courses feature a visit abroad

to give your studies an international

perspective.

Whatever your reasons for studying with

us I can assure you that there is lifelong

value and great personal satisfaction in

completing a Higher National Certificate.

I encourage you to pursue your ambition

towards achieving a higher education

and can assure you that the College will

support you in every way to build your

confidence and ensure your success.

We look forward to welcoming you as

you continue on your learning journey.

Graham Razey

Principal

East Kent College is proud to offer local people accessible skills-based Higher Education.

Graham Razey


Why choose East Kent College? | 5

Why Choose East Kent College?

The College has an innovative partnership

with the local university, Canterbury Christ

Church University, with courses designed

to support and encourage you in your

studies. As a Higher Education student at

East Kent College you will benefit from:

relevant Higher Education courses;

resources at both the College and

University;

student support;

sporting events;

All at an attractive coastal location in

Broadstairs, Kent.


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East Kent College has drive and determination to enable you to succeed in your studies with high ambition for your future success.

New courses this year are subject to validation

Canterbury Christ Church University

and East Kent College are working

in close partnership to develop this

exciting range of Higher Education

courses in preparation for September

2014.

Formal approval of the new HNC’s

and HND’s is expected to take place

during 2013-14.

For an update on course approval

visit the College website –



A Broad Range of Opportunities


A broad range of opportunities | 7

A broad range of opportunities for university-level study at East Kent College.

Why should I study a Higher National Certificate (HNC)?The HNC is a year-long career-relevant

qualification recognised by employers,

which will develop professional knowledge

and skills. The HNC is equivalent to the

first year of an undergraduate degree, so

after completion you can progress to the

second year of a degree in a related area

of study.

Higher-level professional trainingIf you are an employer with an interest in

developing the skills and knowledge of

your workforce then contact East Kent

College’s Partnerships Division, our work-

based learning team. Whether the solution

is a nationally accredited qualification, a

development programme designed to

meet business needs, or consultancy,

they can help.

In addition to the courses offered in

partnership with Canterbury Christ

Church University, East Kent College

also offers a range of higher level

training and Apprenticeships (Levels

4 and 5) in areas such as Accounting,

Business Administration, Customer

Service, Management, Health and Social

Care, Learning and Development, and

Business Improvement Techniques.

Higher Level ApprenticeshipsThe College has a number of Higher

Level Apprenticeships at Level 4 and

5, which are a great progression step

for learners currently studying on Level

3 vocational qualifications, Advanced

Apprenticeships or A-Levels, who would

like to progress further, or are seeking

career development.

and Management

and Adult Social Care

and Administration

Higher Apprenticeship in Business and AdministrationFor more information on Higher Level

Apprenticeships, and to apply call the

College on 01843 821580, or email

[email protected]. The College

is dedicated to providing a flexible

and high-quality training service

for employers. For enquiries and

information about the courses email

[email protected] or call

+44 (0)1843 821580.

Access to Higher Education (HE) DiplomasAccess to HE Diploma courses are

designed for people who would like

to study at university but left school

without the usual qualifications, such

as A-levels. You will complete units in

relevant areas, and learn the skills needed

to be a successful student, ensuring

you’re thoroughly equipped for university.

For each unit completed, you’ll earn

credits to build towards the 60 credits

required for the Diploma. The College

offers a number of one-year Access

to HE Diplomas in Creative Arts,

Business, Teacher Training and Science.

Visit www.eastkent.ac.uk or pick

up a copy of the College’s Further

Education prospectus.


8 | A broad range of opportunities

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS) and Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)Since September 2007, Preparing to Teach

in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

has been required as the first stage of

pre-service or in-service training for

those entering post compulsory teaching.

PTLLS is suitable for individuals with or

without experience, who are interested in

developing a career in teaching or training

adults. Content includes an exploration

of the professional role together with

practical planning and delivering teaching

and learning sessions using a range of

methods and resources. An emphasis is

placed on supporting inclusive learning

in the trainee teacher’s setting. For

those seeking a shorter introduction to

the teaching role or a train the trainer

opportunity, PTLLS is also delivered as a

separate part time course over 16 weeks.

The Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong

Learning Sector (CTLLS) builds on the

PTLLS and completes requirements for

those undertaking a limited teaching role.

CTLLS explores practical and theoretical

aspects of teaching and learning. Content

includes planning assessment for learning,

learning theory and communication in

teaching and learning.

The Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong

Learning Sector (DTLLS), previously

Certificate in Education, is a part-time

course validated by Canterbury Christ

Church University. It is designed to meet

the training and development needs

of teachers in further and/or adult and

community education and trainers in

the public and private sector, as well

as those working with 14-19 year olds

in vocational settings. On successful

completion, students will be able to

practice in the lifelong learning sector

in a full teaching role provided they are

qualified/experienced in the subject that

they intend to teach. The course aims

to foster a critical awareness of the roles

and responsibilities of the professional,

providing participants with a broad

understanding of teaching and learning

with a strong emphasis on professional

reflection for individual development.

Year one of the Diploma includes the

achievement of credits equivalent to the

PTLLS and CTLLS award.

The part-time, 16 week PTLLS course

is available to applicants who are not

currently working in a teaching role.

Applicants for DTLLS will require evidence

of study and achievement at Level 3 plus

access to 40 hours of teaching (voluntary

or employed) in a post compulsory setting

for year one and 60 hours in year two. For

more information on these courses, and

details on how to apply see page 47.

Qualified Teacher Status Learning and Skills (QTLS)The PTLLS, CTLLS and DTLLS

qualifications do not automatically

confer qualified teacher status. From

September 2007 new and unqualified

teachers, trainers and tutors within the

sector are required to achieve Qualified

Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status

within five years of joining the profession.

Existing teachers will have the opportunity

to gain QTLS status through professional

recognition of their qualifications and

experience. Under the new reforms

all new teachers will be required to

register with the Institute for Learning

(the professional body for teachers and

trainers in the learning and skills sector)

and achieve a recognised Level 5 teaching

qualification within five years.

The Institute for Learning have developed

pathways to QTLS status for existing

teachers, trainers and tutors based on

qualifications and experience. Those

awarded QTLS status will continue to

demonstrate their good standing through

a career-long commitment to professional

development via their membership of

the Institute for Learning (IfL). For more

information on the PTLLS, CTLLS and

DTLLS teacher training courses available at

East Kent College, offered in collaboration

with Canterbury Christ Church University,

please visit www.eastkent.ac.uk.


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10 | Creative Arts


About Broadstairs and the Local Area


About Broadstairs and the local area | 11

Broadstairs is a charming and vibrant seaside town on the ‘Isle of Thanet’ at the eastern tip of Kent. Close by, Margate and Ramsgate offer two very different styles of seaside life.

The College is a 5 minute walk away

from beautiful Viking Bay Beach and 2

miles from Westwood Cross Shopping

Centre where you can find restaurants

and a multiplex Cinema. We are just over

a mile from Canterbury Christ Church

University’s Broadstairs Campus.

The College is also situated within a 5 mile

radius of the Turner Contemporary Gallery

at Margate, the Royal Harbour Marina at

Ramsgate and Manston Airport, where

a new service to Amsterdam means you

are connected to anywhere in the world.

Nearby shopping and leisure centres,

multiscreen cinema, and close proximity

to beautiful beaches, country walks and

cycle paths mean that you’ll enjoy a wide

variety of activities.

The towns and villages of Thanet are host

to artistic communities, a lively music

scene and nationally praised restaurants.

The area is one of great diversity, ranging

from unspoilt countryside and coastline,

to towns with both modern and historic

features and a variety of social and

entertainment facilities.

Close to the College the beautiful

countryside of East Kent can be found,

with its network of country lanes,

bridleways, footpaths and villages, offering

walkers and cyclists the opportunity to

explore the landscape and remarkable

history of the area.

Being essentially a coastal location,

Thanet provides a host of seaside

activities, from the Marina at Ramsgate to

the beaches, entertainments and cultural

quarter of Margate with the Margate

Theatre Royal and the recently opened

Turner Contemporary art gallery. In

addition, every summer Broadstairs hosts

an internationally acclaimed Folk Week,

Food Fayre and a Water Gala.

The transport infrastructure in the

Thanet area has had major investment

in recent years, with new fast links to

the national motorway network, the

Channel Tunnel and ferry terminals at

Dover and Ramsgate. The rail and coach

services to London’s mainline stations

and destinations in Kent are also easily

accessible. With fast links to London and

the rest of Europe, Broadstairs and the

other Thanet towns are highly accessible

places in which to live and study.

In March 2013, Broadstairs was named

as one of the top places to live by the sea

by national newspaper The Times, and

Margate was voted as one of the top 10

places to visit in the World by the Rough

Guide in 2012.


Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is

delighted to be working in partnership

with East Kent College to provide this

exciting range of Higher Education

programmes. We are also proud to

be working with the schools and

communities of the Thanet district to

build the educational journeys and

opportunities that will allow progression

into employment to serve the needs of

the region and its people.

We hope that you are inspired by the

opportunities set out in this prospectus

and are motivated to take the next step in

your education.

The Broadstairs Campus of Canterbury

Christ Church University is a welcoming,

friendly place to study – specialising in

a diverse range of subjects. Students

on the collaborative Higher Education

programmes at East Kent College will be

able to use the facilities at the Broadstairs

Campus and play a full part in the life of

the University.

Successful completion of your chosen

Higher National Certificate will open up

a number of opportunities to progress to

degree-level study within the University

at campus locations including both

Broadstairs and Canterbury.

Choosing to study at East Kent College

in partnership with Canterbury Christ

Church University means becoming

part of a safe and friendly environment

with a vibrant atmosphere and strong

community spirit.

Whether you are studying to further your

career, or as a personal achievement,

we are here to support you through every

stage of your academic development.

We look forward to welcoming you as

a student.

Dr. Janet Haddock-Fraser

Dean of Faculty of Social and

Applied Sciences

12 | Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University

Dr. Janet Haddock-Fraser


Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University | 13

Canterbury Christ Church University is a modern, friendly university, renowned for academic excellence, a welcoming atmosphere and strong community spirit. Based in the historic city of Canterbury, the University has a network of campuses across Kent and Medway.

About the University and the Broadstairs CampusCanterbury Christ Church is the largest

centre of Higher Education in Kent for the

public services – notably teacher training,

nursing, policing, health and social care –

and a significant provider of programmes

in a wide range of academic and

professional areas. In total the University

offers over a thousand academic and

professional study programmes at

undergraduate and postgraduate level.

The University’s Broadstairs Campus is a

modern, purpose-built facility offering an

excellent environment to study a range

of subjects including Business, Media,

Music and Policing. On campus there is a

learning centre and book shop, as well as

the Dwell bar and food court, Horizons,

with long opening hours in term time. The

Students’ Union organises a wide range of

social activities at and around the campus

to ensure our students enjoy all aspects of

their time at University.

There are over 1,000 full and part-time

students at the Campus studying a broad

range of subjects. The Creative Arts

feature significantly with programmes in

Media and in Music such as Commercial

Music, Graphic Design, Multimedia

Design, Video and Motion Graphics, Web

Design, Music Production, Photography

and Creative Music Technology. The

Business School specialises in Business

Management with programmes tailored to

specific industries such as Music Industry

Management and Logistics. Courses for

Public Services at the Campus encompass

Early Childhood Studies, Health and Social

Care and also Policing. The programmes

are all designed with future employment

in mind and we are proud of our record.

As well as creating new learning

opportunities for the people of East

Kent the Campus has attracted many

students from further afield, in the

UK and internationally.


Dr Andrew Gower

Welcome to East Kent College

Welcome to East Kent College’s Higher

Education Prospectus for 2014-15. I am

delighted you are interested in the range

of Higher Education courses we have

available at the College.

The College has a long history of working

with local, national and international

employers and therefore provides

Higher Education that will enhance your

employability. Your studies will build

on your subject interest and be career-

relevant, with particular emphasis placed

on the development of professional-level

knowledge and skills. On successful

completion of your Higher Education

course at the College you will gain a

qualification that is widely recognised

and respected within the professions.

In addition, as all of our Higher Education

courses are validated by Canterbury

Christ Church University you can be

assured that your qualification will

provide the necessary academic

preparation to progress successfully

to degree-level study.

The College’s partnership with Canterbury

Christ Church is very well established.

Higher Education students at the College

gain added advantage in having access

to the University’s local campus in

Broadstairs – which has excellent library

and study resources and, of course, a

wider community of Higher Education

students for you to join and be part of.

The College has high ambition for your

future success. I hope therefore you will

take the opportunity to visit us to find out

more about the College and its Higher

Education courses.

I very much look forward to welcoming

you to East Kent College.

Dr Andrew Gower, Vice Principal

East Kent College

14 | Welcome to East Kent College


Welcome to East Kent College | 15

East Kent College is a welcoming and supportive college community with a clear purpose to develop and demonstrate the highest possible levels of knowledge and skill in our many areas of expertise.

About the CollegeThere are currently over 5,000 full and

part-time students studying at the main

campus at Broadstairs, as well as satellite

centres in Ramsgate and Margate. The

College also recently opened a new

centre at the Manston Business Park, close

to Kent International Airport, to provide

a base for the professional training it

provides for industry.

The College was established in 1948 and

has developed an international reputation

in Hospitality and Catering, with past

students including the Michelin starred,

celebrity chef and restaurateur Gary

Rhodes and with visiting experts such as

the co-presenter of BBC’s MasterChef,

Gregg Wallace. In addition, the College

has particular expertise in Business and

Finance as well as the Creative Arts and

the Service Industries, with recent major

investment into new commercial Hair and

Beauty salons.

Given the close proximity of East Kent

College to the world’s largest offshore

wind farm, it is appropriately leading

on developments in environmental

technology encompassing engineering

and construction, particularly with

its brand-new £6.5m Centre for

Environmental Technologies, due to

open in 2013. The first of its kind in Kent,

the Centre will deliver leading-edge

education and training in environmental

technologies.

Nathan Outlaw

“I had to make a 2 hour train journey

to get to College each day, but it

was worth every minute of it. The

lecturers were very thorough, and I

was classically trained. We worked

within very tight discipline guidelines,

and were even checked for cleanliness

before being allowed in the kitchen!

That start has served me well and is

the basis of the way I work now. I look

back on my College days gratefully

and with a realisation that those

lecturers really cared about their

students and wanted us to be best”

Nathan Outlaw, chef, restaurateur, and

star of The Great British Menu. East

Kent College alumnus and judge of

our National Juniorchef competition


International Students

Broadstairs is a very popular English town for international students. Thousands of students, from Europe and overseas, study each year at one of the many English language schools in the local area.


International Students | 17

East Kent College has extensive

experience of providing education for

international students, having worked

collaboratively with institutions around

the world including the Russian State

University of Trade, and Aichi Shukutoku

University in Japan, with students from

many countries and regions, including

China, South America, South Korea

and Saudi Arabia, currently studying

at the College.

Highly trusted statusEast Kent College has ‘Highly Trusted

Sponsor Status’ under Tier 4 of the UK

Border Agency’s points-based system.

The College’s Sponsor Licence number

is 15J3HVQC9. The College does its very

best to ensure that international students

have the extra help they may need in

making their application, preparing to

arrive and when settling in. You will be

assigned an International Student Advisor

to help you with the process of application

and orientation on your arrival, and

the College will help you find suitable

accommodation in close proximity to

the College and the University. Both local

private accommodation and ‘homestay’

accommodation (with a family) is available

and the College will be active in assisting

to ensure all necessary arrangements

are in place to support your studies. The

College offers a free London airport pick-

up service when you first arrive in order

to welcome you to the UK and to take

you direct to your accommodation.

For more information please visit

www.eastkent.ac.uk/international

English language requirementsAll students must be competent in

English Language to be successful in

their studies. You will need to show

evidence of proficiency by an International

English Language Testing System (IELTS),

Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL) test result or equivalent. It may

be that your school leaving certificate

grades in English are sufficient and if

you have any queries – including the

acceptability of alternative English

language qualifications – please contact

the College’s International Student Advisor

[email protected].

The entry requirements to a Higher

National Certificate for international

students are set out in the Entry

Requirements, on page 49.

Tuition feesThe tuition fees are published on our

website here: www.eastkent.ac.uk/

international. The fees quoted are

inclusive of registration and examination

fees. East Kent College reserves the right

to alter or amend courses. All tuition

fees shown are correct at the time of

publication but may occasionally be

subject to revision.

Living expensesInternational students are advised to

budget approximately between £600

- £750 per month for living expenses

including accommodation. If you would

like more information about living

expenses visit www.eastkent.ac.uk/

international

International Foundation Year

If you would like to study for a Higher

National Certificate (HNC) at East

Kent College but need to work on

your English language first then the

International Foundation Year provides

the necessary preparation for your Higher

Education. East Kent College provides

the International Foundation Year in

partnership with Churchill House School

of English Language. This course is taught,

assessed and comprehensively quality

assured by East Kent College.

The Foundation Year is a one year, full-

time course, starting in September, which

features English language (to the level

required by the HNC) and subject study,

in subject areas such as Business, Applied

Biology, Computing, Engineering, Hair

and Beauty, Hospitality and Catering,

Media or Music. Successful completion

of the Foundation Year will guarantee you

a place on the East Kent College Higher

National Certificate (HNC) course in the

subject you have chosen to study during

your Foundation Year. The HNC is the first

level of UK Higher Education.

After successfully completing your HNC

you will have the opportunity to progress

onto the second year of an undergraduate

degree at Canterbury Christ Church

University or another UK university.

The English language entry requirement

for the International Foundation Year

at East Kent College is an IELTS score

of 5.0 overall with 5.0 in writing or a

TOEFL internet-based test score of 65

overall with 18 in writing. For advice on

the acceptability of alternative English

language qualifications please contact the

College’s International Student Advisor

([email protected]).

Further information for international

students can be found here:

www.eastkent.ac.uk/international

The course will help you develop all the

communication and study skills you need

to reach your IELTS goals. The skills you

will develop will focus on specific exam

skills for IELTS including reading, listening,

speaking and writing. You will also develop

your understanding of English grammar.

You will build your vocabulary on a range

of topics such as society and culture,

economic development, the environment

and science and technology.

Your teaching schedule will consist of

taught English language sessions three

hours per day, five days per week. Plus

six hours of sessions per week in the

afternoons in your chosen subject, and

you will enjoy a full social programme of

trips and visits to London and places of

interest in the UK.

Assessment

IELTS so you succeed in your test

speaking, writing

and spelling

feedback to prepare you for IELTS.

Making your applicationThe College will be delighted to help you

through the application process, prior to

welcoming you to East Kent College and

the Broadstairs Campus of Canterbury

Christ Church University. Please contact

the College’s International Student

Advisor:

Email [email protected]

Telephone: +44 1843 605014

Fax: +44 1843 605013

How to applyApply direct to East Kent College by

emailing [email protected] or

call +44 1843 605040 from outside UK.

International applicants can also make an

initial enquiry about the College and its

courses or check on the progress of an

application by contacting the College’s

International Student Advisor:

Email [email protected]

Telephone: +44 1843 605014

Fax: +44 1843 605013


18 | Student Life

Student Life

The Student Union is an independent

organisation run for students, by students,

and always with student interests as

the central focus. The Union employs

a Campus Coordinator to work at the

Broadstairs Campus and together with

the elected committee they organise the

Students’ Union and the activities at the

University’s Campus.

Your first opportunity to get involved will

be during Freshers’ Week, helping you to

get into student life! There will be plenty

of chances to meet your Union Officers

at the College and at the University,

to join new societies and groups, and

make new friends in a friendly supportive

environment.

Throughout the year there will be a whole

variety of social events and sporting

activities with which to be involved in and

around the College and the University’s

Broadstairs Campus. There are regular

music gigs in ‘Horizons’ bar at the

University’s Broadstairs Campus and also

a range of sport and fitness activities on-

campus such as yoga and fencing.

There are also regular football sessions

and the rugby squad has a coach for its

regular training sessions.

Students at the Broadstairs Campus also

have the chance to play for the University

in inter-university leagues. Higher National

Certificate (HNC) students are able

to combine learning with earning –

being able to work while also studying.

A flexible approach has been taken to the

organisation of each course in order to

accommodate, for example, the needs

of students in Technology (Engineering

and Construction) for ‘day-release’ study

and the needs of Creative Arts (Media and

Music) students for independent access to

specialist facilities for their project work.

All the HNCs are taught over thirty weeks

and, as well as the commitment to attend

lectures and tutorials, you will also need

to allow time for independent study in

the College or in the University Campus

learning centre. Please look in the ‘fact

file’ for each course to see the weekly

schedule of teaching.

Each HNC course is taught at the College

by the programme team led by the

Programme Director. You will be assigned

a personal tutor with whom you will have

regular, scheduled tutorials to support

your academic progress. The courses are

assessed exclusively through coursework

assignments and, as the course is work-

focused, you will be engaged in practical

activity supported by theoretical studies

in order that you are confident in both

theory and practice. On successful

completion of your studies there is the

opportunity to have your HNC certificate

presented to you at a ceremony, usually

held at the Canterbury Campus of

Canterbury Christ Church University.

You will be able to invite your friends

and family and they can join with you to

celebrate together your success in Higher

Education.

Students’ Unions are active at both the College and the University with annually elected committees working in both institutions.


Care Leavers | 19

Care Leavers

This recognises the enhanced support

and encouragement that we give to

young people from care throughout the

UK to help them into Higher Education.

If you are in, or leaving, care, and are

thinking about applying to university,

please contact us to find out more.

Email: [email protected]

As a student of East Kent College you’ll

have the support of a fully trained

designated member of staff who

understands your needs.

Mature Students Across the College around 50% of

students are mature, and so mature

applicants are always in good company.

You might be feeling that returning

to study is a challenging prospect,

particularly if you have family or financial

commitments, and you might be worried

about whether you have the right study

skills or qualifications.

The College is here to offer you support

and advice. If you don’t think you have the

right formal qualifications, but do have

some experience, then talk to us, as we

look at each application individually. Our

primary focus is for you to benefit from

and successfully complete your chosen

course, and the College will be on hand to

help you every step of the way. For more

information on entry requirements please

see page 49.

Both the College and the University have been awarded the Buttle UK Quality Mark for Care Leavers.


20 | Learning Facilities: College and University

Learning Facilities: College and University

The College provides a well-equipped

and supportive environment for study

with excellent specialist facilities including

professional-standard training kitchens,

hair and beauty salons, computing

facilities, engineering workshops and

business centre. The high quality Learning

Centre at the University’s Campus

provides a wide range of computing

facilities through its open access IT

suite, including the Virtual Learning

Environment and Blackboard, to support

your studies. The network is constantly

being monitored and upgraded to

incorporate the latest in computing

technology including the most up-to-date

software applications, email facilities and

access to the internet with a full range of

new media tools and resources.

The Learning Centre houses the library

of books and periodicals that support the

academic programmes being offered at

the Broadstairs Campus and the College.

There is also a full range of viewing and

listening facilities for reference with

media resources such as DVDs and CDs.

There are subscriptions to a number of

bibliographical, full-text and multi-media

electronic services such as bibliographical

and indexing databases, and searchable

full-text databases and electronic journals.

These provide students with the most

convenient way to access the latest

information and thinking in their own

subject areas.

At your computer you will be able to

check the availability of books and other

resources, reserve items and renew loans

and request inter-library loans. This facility

gives you access to well over 280,000

volumes and over 1,400 print journals,

10,600 online journals and 1,800 e-books

accessible online. A 24-hour delivery

service will bring a requested book or

journal order from one of the University’s

library locations to the Broadstairs

Campus, and so you can be confident

of being able to access the learning

resources you will need for your course.

As a Higher Education student at East Kent College you have the dual benefit of access to specialist learning resources at the College and general learning resources at the University.


Student Support | 21

Student Support

It’s important to us that you feel fully able

to enjoy your studies and are confident

in your ability to get the best out of this

life-changing experience. The University’s

i-zone is the easy to access single point of

contact for all support services. You can

access the i-zone online, by telephone

and by visiting the i-zone desk in the foyer

of the University’s Broadstairs Campus.

For more information visit:

www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq/ or

follow the link on the following page:


In addition, there is personalised

support available within the College’s

Student Services.

Contact [email protected]

or phone 01843 605043.

Study SupportYou’ll find friendly Study Skills Advisers

in the College’s Library Learning Zone

offering individual and small group

support, as well as workshops to help

you enhance and develop your academic

skills. There is also support to help train

you in the use of IT, online study tools and

the College’s computing network.

Personal TutorYou will be assigned a Personal Tutor

who will provide academic support and

guidance during your course.

Your Personal Tutor will usually schedule

regular individual or small group

tutorials in order to ensure you have the

opportunity to discuss your progress and

seek any advice you may need, perhaps

particularly regarding assessments and

coursework. Your Personal Tutor will also

be able to advise on the range of student

services available at the College and

the University in order that you are well

supported in student life.

Whatever your background, starting on a Higher Education course will probably be a major change for you.

22 | Creative Arts


Careers Advice


Careers Advice | 23

Careers advice will be available throughout your studies at the College from the College’s Careers Advisor based in Student Central and from the University’s Careers and Employability Services team.

Both institutions have tremendous

expertise in advising you on the best

way to prepare for your future career

and maximise the impact of your skills,

qualifications and experience within an

increasingly competitive jobs market.

The advice available includes individual

help to answer your queries, guidance

on creating a professional Curriculum

Vitae and interview techniques. You will

be encouraged to produce a Personal

Development Plan through which to

collate and reflect on the skills and

experience you gain while studying in

Higher Education at college and university.

ChaplaincyCanterbury Christ Church University

was founded by the Church of England

so the University’s Chaplaincy lies at

the heart of a diverse community. As a

Higher Education student of the University

studying at East Kent College you have

the added support of the Chaplaincy

Service. The Chaplaincy strives to support

all students, whatever their religious

affiliations and philosophies, and is ready

to listen no matter who you are, where

you are from or what you believe. There

are weekly services in the Chapel at the

University’s Canterbury Campus, with

regular visits to all the campuses including

the Broadstairs Campus. Chaplaincy

staff are available to meet with students

at any mutually agreed place and time,

with communications about any personal

matter in complete confidence. For

more information on how to get in touch

with the Chaplaincy team contact the

University’s i-zone.

The College is sensitive and responsive to

the needs of students and regular access

to a quiet room for meditation and prayer

is available. More information about

the places of worship that are available

in Thanet can be found by following

the links here: www.eastkent.ac.uk/

highereducation.

Counselling servicesSometimes you just need a bit more help

and support. If things get difficult for

whatever reason, whether it’s adjusting

to leaving home, struggling with study, or

something more serious, our professional

and confidential counselling service

is here to help. Our counsellors are all

professionally trained and accredited

practitioners with the British Association

for Counselling and Psychotherapy and

provide our students with opportunities to

explore personal anxieties and emotional

concerns. As well as working individually,

we also offer workshops on matters

such as stress management, anxiety and

assertiveness.

ChildcareIf you need general information and

advice about the childcare available in

Thanet contact the University’s i-zone

www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq/

Term-time nursery provision for children

aged 2 to 5 years is available at the College

which is open to the whole community.

Smarties Childcare Centre is run by staff

who are committed to providing a high-

quality learning experience through an

appropriately broad and balanced Early

Years Foundation Stage Curriculum based

on play and communication. The learning

environment at Smarties is carefully

planned to enable children to grow in

independence and develop their abilities

through exploring play and planned

activities. For more information

visit www.thanetearlyyears.org or

[email protected]

Disability adviceThe College’s Student Services Team is

dedicated to supporting and assisting

you if you have physical disabilities,

specific learning difficulties, mental health

conditions, ongoing chronic illness or

any other disability. You can get help and

guidance during your application and

then on-going advice throughout your

studies here – for example, in obtaining

support within the College and in applying

for appropriate funding such as Disabled

Students Allowances (DSA), where eligible.

For example, we offer:

individual Learning Support Plans

and ongoing assistance through the

Disability Advisers or Mental Health

Adviser

dyspraxia and other specific learning

difficulties, which includes specialist

tuition, study skills workshops and

liaison with other departments and

tutors

and laboratory support

recorders

appropriate special arrangements in

exams and assessments.


24 | Fees and Financial Support: Your Finances

Fees and Financial Support: Your Finances

An all-inclusive student fee for entry to a Higher National CertificateEast Kent College, in partnership with

Canterbury Christ Church University,

is committed to ensuring that Higher

Education is accessible to all those who

will benefit from the experience and

have the potential to succeed on their

course. Both institutions are committed to

providing an excellent student experience,

and the fee to be charged incorporates all

aspects of that experience including the

costs of tuition, student services, specialist

and general learning facilities, quality

assurance and certification.

Special featuresYour student experience on a Higher

National Certificate course will be

enhanced by additional benefits included

within the single fee. These include:

to the course, e.g. an e-notebook,

personal protective equipment, studio

quality headphones, portable hard drive,

hair or beauty kit, uniform, chef’s knives

Campus Learning Centre

body for the duration of your course in

order that you build your awareness of

the profession you wish to join and start

to develop contacts within industry

course-related visit, in order to broaden

the scope and perspective of your

studies in preparation for work or

university.

Fees for student entry in September 2013For further information regarding the

College’s current fees to study a Higher

National Certificate, the International

Foundation Year or for entry to the

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong

Learning Sector (DTTLS) please visit

www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation.

Financial supportOur Student Support staff administer

various Government discretionary support

funds to assist part-time and full-time

‘home’ students who have additional

financial need. If you’re eligible to apply for

financial support it is means-tested and is

dependent upon individual circumstances.

Student finance changes all the time

though, so check what you might be

eligible for when applying. There are a

variety of ways you can support yourself

during your time at university including

grants, loans and bursaries.

For up-to-date advice on student fees,

the student support package and general

financial support for Higher Education

students at East Kent College, visit

www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation or

contact the University’s i-zone, and also

visit: www.studentfinance-yourfuture.

direct.gov.uk/costs

We can help you with financial planning and money management, as well as give you information on all aspects of student finance, including support when accessing a support package from the Student Loans Company.

Extract from the UK Government Department of Business Innovation and Skills website for UK and EU applicants:“You might have heard reports of

changes that English universities and

colleges will make in 2012.

Don’t be put off – the system is

designed so that students from

England studying full-time for their

first degree or other Higher Education

course WILL NOT have to pay fees

while they study. You don’t have to

pay for your course yourself upfront:

you can get a loan to cover the cost

of your tuition, which you only start

to pay back when you are earning

over £21,000 a year. In addition, if

you are a UK applicant you could also

benefit from a wide-range of financial

support to help cover the cost of

accommodation and living costs.

For further information about fees

and the financial support available

visit www.bis.gov.uk/studentfinance.”


Accommodation | 25

Accommodation

To help you find your accommodation

you might choose to use one of the online

listings, such as www.studentpad.co.uk.

StudentPad is an internet database where

landlords advertise properties available for

students to rent.

For further general advice on student

accommodation contact the University’s

i-zone via www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq.

International applicants and care leavers

should contact the College as soon as

an offer of a place has been made so

that the College can advise on making

arrangements for your accommodation.

There is a wide range of high-quality, private rented accommodation available close to the College and University.


26 | Progress to university

Progress to University

A Higher National Certificate (HNC) is

a recognised Higher Education level

qualification that develops your work-

relevant knowledge and skills within the

structured and managed environment

of your chosen professional area.

The qualification has intrinsic value to

employers and is also an ideal springboard

onto further study. It will enable you to

demonstrate the confidence and capacity

for employment in senior positions

which require you to exercise some

personal responsibility. It is still the case

that a graduate who has completed an

undergraduate bachelor’s degree (e.g. BA

or BSc) course will be better equipped in

an increasingly competitive jobs-market,

and an HNC can be your passport to

greater career options. On successful

completion of a Higher National

Certificate you have the opportunity to

progress to a bachelor’s degree course

in a closely-related area of study.

Your HNC will usually be recognised as

equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s

degree, thus allowing you to fast-track

onto the second year of the degree.

An average bachelor’s degree takes two

further years after an HNC to complete

full-time, but many students opt to study

part-time and fit their studies around

their career.

There is lifelong value and great personal

satisfaction in firstly completing an HNC

and then progressing on to complete a

bachelor’s degree. For more information

on Higher Education and the benefits

of becoming a graduate please visit

www.eastkent.ac.uk/highereducation.

The College works in close partnership

with Canterbury Christ Church University

to ensure that our students progress to the

highest possible level of study. There is an

exciting range of degree courses available

at the University’s Broadstairs Campus

and at each of the University’s campus

locations including at the main campus in

Canterbury. While studying at the College

there will be many opportunities to find

out about Canterbury Christ Church

University, its range of undergraduate

degrees and the ways in which it can

support your progression to becoming

a graduate.

One important reason for choosing to enter Higher Education is to improve your career prospects and employment opportunities.

Creative Arts | 27


Business, Travel, Enterprise and FinanceHigher National Certificate in Business

Higher National Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management


FactfileHigher National Certificate

in Business

LengthOne year, delivered over a

30 week period.

Entry requirements80 – 120 UCAS points.

See page 49

Teaching schedule12 hours main course teaching

over two – three days, with a

further 3 hours of academic

study or support required per

week.

Special features

of the Chartered

Management Institute

www.managers.org.uk

residential trip is included,

with the destination

determined by the group.

Previous years destinations

include New York to

understand an international

business perspective

How will I be assessed?

International studentsSee page 17

How to applyApply through UCAS

see page 50

Why the course?If you are inspired by business leaders and you

would like to bring your own sense of enterprise

into the world of commerce, this course will

equip you with the skills you need to take your

next steps.

The course provides a thorough grounding

in the key concepts and practical skills required

in business.

External organisations bring a practical

perspective to the course and give students

the opportunity to experience real life business

situations. Throughout the course the focus

is on practical situations and issues of the

business world.

As a Level 4 qualification, this course is

equivalent to the first year of a university-level

programme.

What will I study?The course will cover the broad principles you

need to understand the world of business and

begin to operate successfully at a responsible

level. You will start with an introduction to

the Business Environment, Finances, the

Organisation, and Marketing.

Then there will be a specialist focus on:

Results

What can I do next?On successful completion of the HNC students

can apply to join the second year of the BSc

in Business Management at the Broadstairs

Campus of Canterbury Christ Church University,

follow another of the Business degrees available

in the University, or go directly into employment

in business.

Recent business graduates from Canterbury

Christ Church University have progressed to

employment in commerce, finance and the

public sector.

28 | Business, Travel, Enterprise and Finance

Higher National Certificate in Business

Student Justin Smith says: After completing

Business Level 3 at the

College, I chose to

study the HNC, as the

qualification would create

many opportunities for

the future. I have gained

many transferable skills so

far, including learning both

inside and outside the

classroom, and interacting

with local businesses.



in Travel and Tourism

Management

LengthOne year, delivered over

a 30 week period.


See page 49




study or support per week.

Special features

of the Chartered

Management Institute

www.managers.org.uk

residential trip is included,

with the destination

determined by the

group. Previous years

destinations include New

York to examine issues of

commercialisation and

sustainability in a multi-

cultural destination.




see page 50

Why the course?The HNC in Travel and Tourism Management

qualification is designed for students who are

interested in developing a career in this exciting

and expanding UK and international sector.

It provides a thorough grounding in the key

concepts and practical skills of the industry and

is nationally recognised by employers.

The learning experience of the course will

be enhanced by the involvement of external

organisations from the tourism industry in the

locality and the region. These organisations

bring a practical perspective and balance the

study of theory with the wide experience of the

market in practice.

In addition, our lecturers are all experienced in

the industry and continue to keep up to date

with current developments.

The course applies an industry perspective to

the study of this sector.



programme.

What will I study?The course starts with a foundation which

focuses on the fundamentals of the industry

and its finance and funding.

That is followed up with specialist subjects:

Sector

What can I do next?The course can lead on to the second year

of the BSc in Tourism Management at the

Canterbury Campus of Canterbury Christ

Church University or to a course at another

University or directly to employment.

Recent graduates have gone on to jobs

in events management, hotel or tourism

management or have progressed onto

Masters degrees.

Higher National Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management

Business, Travel, Enterprise and Finance | 29

Student Charlotte Neale says: I chose the HNC

in Travel and Tourism

Management as it is a

subject I would enjoy

and would expand my

methods of learning. The

qualification will allow

me to progress further in

the Travel and Tourism

Sector and it is giving me

an experience of Higher

Education that I can take

forward with me and use

to my benefit.


Creative ArtsHigher National Certificate in Interactive Media

Higher National Certificate in Music Production

NEW Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts

Creative Arts | 31


Student Chris Bostock says: I have thoroughly

enjoyed studying this

course, and have gained

knowledge about the

industry, plus learnt a

range of I.T. skills. We got

the opportunity to visit a

film festival in Berlin, as

well as other museums

to support our studies.

I would like to pursue

this area further, so have

applied to study BA Digital

Media and Film, Radio

& Television Studies at

Canterbury Christ Church

University.


in Interactive Media


a 30 week period.


See page 49

Teaching scheduleThree full days of teaching

time over two – three days

each week, with a further

3 hours of academic study or

support per week.

Special features

of the British Interactive

Media Association

www.bima.co.uk

exhibition to view the

latest innovations and

developments in the

international photo and

digital imaging market



How to applyApply through UCAS,

see page 50

Future skills needs“550,000 new technology

professionals will be needed in

the next five years. In this area,

bringing technical and creative

talent together to explore new

types of content development,

business models, legal and

collaborative frameworks is the

greatest challenge.”

Source: e-skills UK Sector Skills

Council Ltd/Skillset/Creative &

Cultural Skills 2009

Why the course?If you would like to be on the cutting edge

of technology, in a rapidly changing industry

that responds to technological innovation,

this course is for you. Keeping pace with the

demands of a dynamic industry, you will be

introduced to the latest skills, technologies and

working practices.

The new generation of mobile technologies

such as tablets, e-readers and mobile apps,

coupled with the internet, have opened up

the lucrative markets of web and web-based

design, interactive web TV and the demand for

content across a range of exciting platforms,

providing opportunities for skilled individuals,

who can develop both online and offline

digital media.



programme.

What will I study?You will be set a series of practical assignments,

encouraging you to investigate the processes of

interactive media production. You will gain the

knowledge to undertake these through lectures,

workshops, tutorials and self-study activities.

The College is an accredited Apple training

centre, and you will have the chance to obtain

an accredited Apple qualification in video

post-production.

Some of the units you will study are:

As you progress, ‘live’ briefs from external clients

will be introduced, building on our established

brand College Films, and creating a network

of local commission-offering businesses. You

will be able to enter the digital industries at the

forefront of regeneration in the creative sector,

developing the skills needed to further develop

at degree level or enter employment through

internships.

What can I do next?You can progress onto the second year of a

degree such as Web Design at Canterbury

Christ Church University’s Broadstairs campus,

specialising in web design, graphic design or

video and motion graphics, or move directly

into employment.

Students will gain the confidence, employability

and skills to move into an industry set for

worldwide growth. Information on career

opportunities is available through Skillset at

www.skillset.org.

Higher National Certificate in Interactive Media

32 | Creative Arts


Student Adam Pumfleet says: The HNC has allowed

me to progress musically

on a professional level.

The trip to Midem, a music

business festival in Cannes,

really opened my eyes

to the inner workings of

the music business and

inspired my class to take

our individual projects and

bands to a new level. The

quality of teaching and

assignments are interesting

yet challenging, pushing

the quality of our work

and understanding of the

industry to new heights,

preparing us for our future.


in Music Production


a 30 week period.


See page 49




study or support required

per week.

Special features

The Music Producers Guild

www.mpa.org.uk

(www.midem.com) the

biggest and most important

technology and music event,

held in Cannes each year

How will I be assessed?The course is designed

to replicate an industry

environment with deadlines for

production, mix and release

of tracks and music. Each

area will be assessed through

analysis of both the process

and the final production. This

will contain practical and

real world assignments with

project-based research and

study


How to applyApply through UCAS.

See page 50

Why the course?This course will focus on how to create and

release a music product, with a strong emphasis

on composition and production.

You will be part of a production team that has

the opportunity to create and release music

through the in-house label, producing material

by artists from the College’s level 3 Performers’

course and writing music for films produced by

the College’s Media department.

Through study and analysis of both well known

and innovative production techniques, you will

apply them to the creation of your own tracks

and production work. Both composition and

song-writing skills will be strongly encouraged

to feed the production work. With the

continuing demand for music as a soundtrack

to visual media in films, TV, and commercials,

the course will give an insight into the

composition of music for this media.



programme.

What will I study?The course will give you the foundation in

music composition and production to take you

forward into this industry.

The specific study areas will include:

Production

What can I do next?On successful completion of this HNC, you can

progress to the second year of a BA in Creative

Music Technology at the Broadstairs Campus

of Canterbury Christ Church University or you

may choose to apply to another course at

Canterbury Christ Church or another university.

Alternatively, you may wish to enter the industry

or start your own creative business.

Higher National Certificate in Music Production

Creative Arts | 33


Student Caroline Phipp says: I’ve loved studying

on the Level 3 course, it’s

been really exciting and

lots of fun. The balance

between theory and

practical work is good. I’ve

grown as a person, and I’m

proud of my achievements

here. I hope to further

my studies in this area

by applying for the HNC

Performing Arts at the

College.


in Performing Arts


a 30 week period.


See page 49

Teaching scheduleTBC. Teaching will mainly take

place off-site in professional

rehearsal rooms.

Special features

EQUITY, trade union for

entertainment artists

www.equity.org.uk

location TBC, where you

will experience professional

productions, workshops and

a backstage tour


as essays



see page 50

Why the course?The HNC in Performing Arts offers a unique

opportunity to participate in a working Theatre

Company through ‘live’ projects, as well as

performing within various communities, and

creating theatre which enlivens, educates

and enhances peoples’ understanding and

awareness.

Throughout this rigorous programme you

will gain firsthand experience of setting

up and running a theatre company, from

developing yourself as an individual

performer to understanding the complexities

of event management and the business of

entertainment itself.

The emphasis is on creating individuals who

can work collaboratively and develop the skills

required to work in the industry.



programme.

What will I study?The course will be broad based in nature

with an allowance for specialism, creating the

overarching skills required to run a theatre

company for varied venues and diverse

audiences. Specialist routes include Acting

for Camera or Dance for Camera which

utilise exciting, cutting-edge motion capture

technology available at East Kent College,

bringing another dimension to your practice

by exploiting new advances in multi and

interactive media.

Mandatory units in:

There will also be specialist units in:

What can I do next?You could progress onto the second year of a

degree at Canterbury Christ Church University

in Dance Education or Performing Arts, or at

other universities in areas such as Musical and

Technical Theatre.

Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts NEW from 2013

This programme is subject to

validation by Canterbury Christ

Church University.

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Science and Technology Higher National Certificate in Applied Biology

Higher National Certificate in Computing and Systems Development

Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment

NEW Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

Higher National Certificate in General Engineering

NEW Higher National Diploma in General Engineering

NEW Higher National Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science


Science and Technology | 35


in Applied Biology


a 30 week period.


See page 49

Teaching scheduleThe course will run over two

– three days per week for one

academic year (thirty weeks).

Special features

the Society of Biology

www.societyofbiology.org

“The Glazed Laboratory” and

“Berlin Life Science Learning

Lab” where you will have the

opportunity to participate

in experiments involving

molecular Biology and DNA


involving practical activities

from observations.

You will receive quality

detailed feedback and be

given a clear plan of how to

continually improve with every

assessment.



see page 50

Why the course?If you are inspired by Science and would like to

continue your studies or are contemplating a

career in Science then this course will provide

you with your next steps.

Our supportive environment for learning will

give you the best opportunity to succeed by

providing you with individual attention while

studying. You will get to know all your teachers

well and benefit from a supportive and friendly

environment.

On completion there are a host of careers for

you to consider. For those wishing to further

their education there is the opportunity to

progress to study at university on Biology

related degree courses.



programme.

What will I study?The course builds on the fundamentals of

Biology and scientific analysis and equips

you with the laboratory techniques and the

theoretical knowledge for further study.

There will also be specialist units in:

The course is strongly weighted towards

practical work and teaching you to develop

skills that will enhance your opportunities to

gain relevant employment in the field of Applied

Biology as well as preparing you for a successful

transition to university courses.

What can I do next?On completion of this course you will be able

to progress to the second year of a Bachelor

of Science degree in Environmental Biology

at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Alternatively you can join the second year

of another Biology related programme at

Canterbury Christ Church or another university

or proceed directly into employment as a

technician in an industrial or academic

Science laboratory.

Higher National Certificate in Applied Biology

Sue Houston, Programme Director of Science says: You will be taught a broad

spectrum of biological

units by tutors who are

experts in their fields,

ensuring that you achieve

your full potential. Visiting

specialists will also teach

you the latest industrial

standards. Small class

sizes allow personal

and individual support,

and you will have the

chance to travel to Berlin

University to participate in

laboratory work, as well as

visit several science events.



in Computing and Systems

Development


a 30 week period.


See page 49

Teaching scheduleThe programme is a full-time

commitment taught over three

days in the week (including

Microsoft Technology

Associate specific sessions) with

the remaining two days being

study days. The programme will

be delivered at the Broadstairs

campus of East Kent College,

although there will be a

number of opportunities

throughout the academic

year to visit Canterbury Christ

Church University at both their

Broadstairs and Canterbury

campuses.

Special features

Chartered Institute for IT/

British Computer Society

(BCS) www.bcs.org

industry based visits include

IBM, visit to the Euro Gamer

exposition; and Bletchley

Park – the birth place of the

modern computer

additional Microsoft

industrial qualifications (MTA

– Microsoft Technology

Associate)




See page 50

Why the course?This popular course is an established technical

qualification, respected throughout the industry.

Students will develop theoretical knowledge

and practical skills over a wide range of

applications.

The UK has a shortfall of specialist and skilled I.T.

& Computing personnel, with recent statistics

showing that I.T. and Computing skills are in

demand, particularly when combined with the

ability to manage projects.

This programme allows individuals to combine

the skills and techniques developed whilst

studying on the programme with a variety

of additional Microsoft industrial (MTA)

qualifications. Students will have access to

networking, gaming and hardware laboratories,

as well as industry standard games design tools

including Cry Engine 3, developed by Crytek

and used in games such as Crysis 2.

Learners will gain the appropriate professional

qualification and technical expertise required to

seek professional employment or progress onto

a higher level qualification.

What will I study?The course will give the learner an insight

into the knowledge needed to progress

to employment in the I.T. and computing

industry, whilst retaining a strong focus on

how fundamental computing techniques and

technologies underpin all industries.

Mandatory units in:

Specialist units covering:

Finally brought together with a Project Design,

Implementation and Evaluation module,

allowing you to design, develop, implement and

evaluate a prototype using industry standard

technologies.

What can I do next?You could progress into industry at technician

or developer level, or apply for a specialist HND

or degree at university within areas such as

Network and PC Hardware Engineering, Web

Development, Software Development, Forensic

Computing or Games Development. You could

also progress onto the second year of a degree,

depending on the course.

Higher National Certificate in Computing and Systems Development

Student Meg Dampier says: Before studying

at East Kent College, I

was working full-time

after taking a year out of

education after completing

a BTEC National Diploma

in IT. I found out about

East Kent College’s

HNC and was eager to

start my own higher

education experience.

After completing my HNC

I plan to attend university

and further my education

in computing. I have

applied to two universities,

including Canterbury

Christ Church University.

36 | Science and Technology



FactfileHigher National Certificate in

Sport and Exercise Science


a 30 week period

Entry requirements 80-120 UCAS points.

See page 49

Teaching scheduleCourse teaching will be over

three days a week. This allows

you a considerable amount of

time to undertake self-study.

Special features

visit to a location TBC to give

students the opportunity

to experience how sport

is organised in a foreign

country.

How will I be assessed? International studentsSee page 17


see page 50

Why the course?This inspiring and engaging course is ideal for

those who aspire to work in sport and fitness

industry, preparing you for a career in roles such

as coaching, massage, development, sports

psychology or PE teaching.

Through studying this course you will develop

a grounding in relevant scientific principles

such as human anatomy and physiology, whilst

studying subjects such as coaching, analysing

performance and the prevention and treatment

of injury.

You will also get the opportunity to gain

additional qualification in subjects such as

First Aid, National Governing Body Coaching,

Officiating Qualifications or Sports Leadership.


equivalent to the first year of a university-

level programme

What will I study?The course aims to develop an understanding

of sport and exercise science related subjects

required to progress into employment in the

sport and fitness industry.

There are mandatory units in:

Exercise

Sciences

There will also be specialist units that may

include:

What can I do next?On completion of the course you will be able

to progress to the second year of a full degree

course, or onto an HND Level 5 programme.

Alternatively you could proceed directly into

employment within a number of different

areas such as Sports Psychology, injury

prevention and rehabilitation, coaching, sports

development or sports performance analysis,

amongst others.

Higher National Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science NEW in 2013

Donna Smith, Programme Leader Fitness says: The

HNC in Sport and Exercise

Science is an exciting new

programme to the College

that aims to provide

students with strong

sector-related knowledge

and skills relevant to the

industry. Students will

experience inspiring

and innovative teaching

strategies guiding them

through exploring their

new learning experiences

and the future career

and study opportunities

that this qualification can

lead to.

This programme is subject to

validation by Canterbury Christ

Church University.



in Construction and the

Built Environment


a 30 week period.


See page 49


two consecutive days with

evening provision on both

days.

Access to course materials and

work is provided in a virtual

classroom to enable progress

to be tracked and independent

study to be carried out at all

times.

This course is designed

to allow study alongside

employment

Special features

the Chartered Institute of

Building www.ciob.org.uk

centre for experimental

design and environmental

technologies, exploring

past and present methods

in European construction,

design and build, and

comparing European

architecture and construction

methods with the UK

How will I be assessed?Assessment methods will

include:



see page 50

The continued development and regeneration

of towns and cities in the UK has led to a

demand for suitably qualified professionals

across all construction disciplines.

Students will gain a high level of understanding

of the design, function, construction and

statutory requirements for buildings of all

classes, preparing you for employment

opportunities in the construction industry.

The course is for students with ambitions of

working within construction in a professional,

managerial or technical capacity.

A number of career opportunities exist

including work as planners, site managers,

advisors or administrative and technical roles

within construction companies, as well as the

opportunity to continue at university level to

Higher National Diploma (HND) studies at Level

5, as this course is the equivalent to the first year

of a degree programme.

What will I study?Foundation units:

Construction and the Built Environment

the Built Environment

and the Built Environment

Specialists units:


Built Environment.

There is also an opportunity to achieve a

qualification in Computer Aided Design (CAD)

What can I do next?You could progress on to a number of courses,

such as the HND in Construction and the Built

Environment, or the second year of a degree

at a UK university, such as the Building Studies

Foundation Degree offered by K College at

Ashford.

The HNC also maps to the NVQ advanced

apprenticeship scheme for construction

technicians.

Completion of this qualification allows

advanced entry to professional qualifications

such as Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying,

Construction Project Management, Property

Management and Investment or Architectural

Design and Technology

Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment

The HNC Construction students got the chance

to visit the Berlin Technical

Museum to explore

methods of European

construction. As well as

covering technical aspects

of the course, it was also

an opportunity to raise

cultural awareness, as

they were able to visit

parliament building

The Bundestag, plus

Brandenburg Gate, the

Berlin Wall, Checkpoint

Charlie and the Jewish

Holocaust Memorial

whilst they were there.




FactfileHigher National Diploma

in Construction and the

Built Environment

LengthTwo years

Entry requirements 80-120 UCAS points

see page 49

Teaching scheduleCourse teaching will be

over two consecutive days

with evening provision on

both days.

Special features

the Chartered Institute of

Building (CIOB)

How will I be assessed?Assignments in essay, report

and portfolio format



see page 50

Why the course?The continued development and regeneration

of towns and cities in the UK has led to a

demand for suitably qualified professionals

across all construction disciplines.

The HND will provide students with a high

level of understanding of the design, function,

construction and statutory requirements for

buildings of all classes. The course is tailored

to students with ambitions of working within

construction in a professional, managerial or

technical capacity.

A number of career opportunities exist including

work as planners, site managers, advisors

or administrative and technical roles within

construction companies.

The HND is a two-year programme, however

should you wish to leave after one year, there

is the opportunity to leave with an HNC

qualification.

What will I study?Mandatory units in:

Construction and the Built Environment


and the Built Environment

Specialist units in:


Built Environment

Additional second year units:

for CBE

Maintenance in Construction

There is also an opportunity to achieve a

qualification in Computer Aided Design (CAD).

What can I do next?You could progress onto the final year of

a degree course at a UK university, and/or

work towards Chartered status (CIOB, RICS).

Graduates could move into careers such

as Construction Project Management,

Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying,

amongst others.

NEW Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

Along with the HNC students, you will get the

opportunity to travel to

Germany, to visit the Berlin

Technical Museum, where

you will explore methods

of European construction,

past and present, as well

as compare European

architecture and

construction methods

with that of the UK. Last

year’s students also got

the chance to raise cultural

awareness through visits

to parliament building

The Bundestag, plus

Brandenburg Gate and

the Berlin Wall.

This course is subject to

validation. Please check

the College website

www.eastkent.ac.uk/

highereducation for an

update on course approval



(Renewable Technologies Pathway)


in General Engineering

(Renewable Technologies

Pathway)


a 30 week period.


See page 49


two consecutive days with

evening provision on both

days.

Access to course materials and

work is provided in a virtual

classroom to enable progress

to be tracked and independent

study to be carried out at all

times.

This course is designed

to allow study alongside

employment

Special features

Institute of Engineering and

Technology www.theiet.org

multi fuel power plant in

Denmark to explore how

use of differing fuels has

supported development

in the industry and led

innovation




see page 50

Why the course?Renewable Energy is regarded as the power

supply of the future, with Kent at the forefront

of wind power through offshore wind farms

installed along the coast.

This rapidly growing industry will create jobs

in many disciplines. With an estimated 10,000

extra people from East Kent needed to work

in Renewable Energy in the coming years,

this course tailors training and experience to

employers’ needs.

Guided by the requirements of companies such

as Cummins, this course has been specially

designed to prepare students for employment.

The need to reduce or replace the use of

carbon based fuels means a new generation of

engineers is required, with expertise in electrical

engineering, sustainable power engineering and

energy saving technologies and techniques.

The South East has a shortage of qualified

electrical, electronic and mechanical engineers.

The engagement of energy companies in

this course will create partnerships producing

quality engineers and providing employment

opportunities.


equivalent to the first year of a university level

programme.

What will I study?You will gain an insight into the experience

and knowledge required to progress in the

field whilst retaining a focus on how basic

engineering techniques underpin industry. Using

analysis and model engineering situations, you

will problem solve using higher mathematics

skills, plus explore behavioural characteristics

to evaluate and present project outcomes. You

will gain grounding in engineering principles

and how they relate to renewable technology,

producing a Wind Energy Research Project.

Mandatory units:

Evaluation

Optional units:

Engineering

What can I do next?You can progress onto our General Engineering

HND, or onto the second year of a degree

at university. Career opportunities in design,

research and development will be available

within a range of industrial sectors.

Higher National Certificate in General Engineering

Locally there is a real shortage of engineers

and in the 2012 survey

by the Institution

of Engineering and

Technology, companies

reported difficulty

recruiting the engineers

they need. The report

stated that in particular

the energy, electrical

and aerospace sectors

are expecting significant

growth in the next 12

months. This course will

give you the skills and

knowledge needed to

launch your career in this

important area.


FactfileHigher National Diploma

in General Engineering

(Renewable Technologies

pathway)

LengthFull-time, delivered over a 30

week period. There is also the

option to be work-based.

The HND will be delivered over

a two year period, the first year

being the embedded HNC

programme. Provision is likely

to be over 30 weeks each year

and will comprise one long day

and one evening. Attendance

at other times in the week may

additionally be required.

Entry requirements80-120 UCAS points

see page 49


two days a week. Access to

course materials and work is

provided in a virtual classroom

to enable progress to be

tracked and independent study

to be carried out at all times.

Special featuresStudent membership of the

Institute of Engineering and

Technology Trip to national/

international power generation

facility.




see page 50

Why the course?Renewable Energy has been heralded by the

government as the power supply of the future

and Kent is at the forefront of wind power

provision through the offshore developments

planned and currently being installed along the

Kent coast. This rapidly growing industry will

create many job opportunities in a number of

engineering disciplines.

The South East region has a shortage of

well qualified electrical, electronic and

mechanical engineers and the engagement

of local and national energy companies will

provide a partnership that should produce

quality engineers and provide employment

opportunities.

The second year of this course will build

on skills and knowledge developed whilst

studying for the HNC in General Engineering,

providing students with the expertise to launch

a career in the growing industry of Renewable

Technologies.

The HND is a two-year programme, however

should you wish to leave after one year, there

is the opportunity to leave with an HNC

qualification.

What will I study?Modules are subject to validation, but will be

comprised of eight from the following based

upon staffing and appropriateness for local

provision.

What can I do next?On successful completion of the HND, students

may be able to apply to join the final year of a

degree-level programme at a UK university.

Graduates will have opportunities in design,

research and development in a wide range of

industrial sectors.

NEW Higher National Diploma in General Engineering

Programme Leader Iain Le Couteur Bisson

has 17 years experience

in Engineering,

having completed an

Apprenticeship with the

Royal Navy, working as

a Weapons Engineering

Artificer. He turned to

teaching 12 years ago

and keeps up to date

and in touch with the

industry, having recently

completing a professional

updating course in

Industrial Control.


(Renewable Technologies Pathway)

This course is subject to

validation. Please check

the College website

www.eastkent.ac.uk/

highereducation for an

update on course approval


Service Industries Higher National Certificate in Beauty Therapy

Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management


Service Industries | 43

Factfile Higher National Certificate

in Beauty Therapy


a 30 week period

Entry requirements80-120 UCAS points

See page 49

Teaching scheduleTo be determined


to the sector


How to applySee page 50

Higher National Certificate in Beauty Therapy

Why the course?This course is designed for students who

aim to work within the beauty therapy industry.

It provides a solid foundation in the skills

needed to move forward into employment

or further study.

This is a specialist work-related course covering

the key knowledge, understanding and

practical skills for the industry with a strong

sector-related emphasis on practical skills

development.

As a Level 4 (Higher Education) qualification

this course is equivalent to the first year of an

undergraduate degree programme.

What will I study?The course includes a strong foundation of

study in beauty therapy, including studies

in Aromatherapy and Reflexology, amongst

others. You will develop work-based

experience, as placements can be carried

out in the College’s brand-new state of the

art Salon Academy and students will have the

opportunity to receive product training and take

part in student enrichment workshops.

What can I do next?Students will be able to progress to the

second year of an undergraduate degree or

onto a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a

related field.

The qualification also provides a thorough

grounding in the key concepts and practical

skills required in the beauty sector and its

national recognition by employers allows direct

progression to employment.

VTCT Award in Skin Blemish Removal Level 4This course focuses on advanced electrical

epilation techniques to treat skin tags, spider

naevi, blood spots, and others.

Develop the skills needed to carry out

a thorough consultation, formulate a

treatment plan and provide aftercare advice.

Health, safety and hygiene are also key

elements to this programme.

Teaching schedule

One full day a week for 6 weeks, 9am-5pm

Cost

Tuition fees £370

Products £15

Exam fees £32

Lifetime registration fee £16

To ensure its continuing

relevance to a developing

sector, this course is being

reviewed and may be subject

to validation. If you are

interested in this area of study,

please contact the College for

exciting developments.

Student Reece Mack says: Since finishing my

course I have relocated

to Vancouver, Canada,

where I have worked on

many film productions.

The knowledge I gained

at the College aids me

in my work, providing

skincare advice, routines

and products to actors.

The highlight of my career

so far was being accepted

into one of the film unions

in British Columbia, known

for having some of the

best crew in the world.


44 | Service Industries


in Hospitality Management


a 30 week period.


See page 49

Teaching scheduleYou will be timetabled for two

– three days each week, with

online support from your tutor.

Special features

Institute of Hospitality or the

Craft Guild of Chefs

a visit to the International

Centre for Culinary Arts,

a visit to Gary Rhodes’

restaurant, as well as a visit

to the Spice Souk and to

Jumeirah Hotel Group.

and to the Oxford and

Cambridge Club for

afternoon tea, tasting and

demonstrations.




See page 50

Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management

Why the course?This course will enable those who want to work

in the top rank of the hospitality management

industry to take the next step towards fulfilling

their ambitions.

East Kent College is one of the top Catering and

Hospitality colleges in the UK and the premier

college in Kent for the subject area. It has a

history of developing high profile chefs such as

Gary Rhodes, and key members of the industry

throughout the world.

East Kent is the only UK college to provide

students for Front of House work experience

at Buckingham Palace, and students have

the opportunity to work in prestigious

establishments, such as London hotels where

we have a particular connection with the

Intercontinental, Park Lane. We also have

excellent links with the British Embassies in Paris

and Washington DC where students undertake

work placements. These establishments are

staffed by many former students.

As one of only four UK members of Oscar

de l’Entente Cordiale we are linked to Grasse

College in the South of France, with close

connections with Menton, Nice and Cagnes

Sur Mer Colleges.



programme.

What will I study?The course provides a foundation for

supervisory skills in the contemporary

hospitality industry, including finance, customer

service, and gastronomy.

Specialist units include:

Service Industries

Beverage Service

Opportunities such as international work

placements are available to students through

our strong links with former students such

as Gary Rhodes and Michael Kitts, who own

restaurants in Dubai. Work placements are also

on offer closer to home, within prestigious

5-star hotels such as London’s Intercontinental.

What can I do next?You can progress onto an HND in Hospitality

Management, or the second year of an

undergraduate degree such as International

Hospitality Management. Students will also be

prepared for employment in the industry.

“I’m proud to have completed my training at East Kent College. There couldn’t be a better place to start your career”

Gary Rhodes, chef,

restaurateur, celebrity and

author. East Kent College

alumnus and Honorary

Fellow of Canterbury

Christ Church University.


Service Industries | 45

Professional TrainingTeaching

BA (Hons) Professional Training

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 4 (PTLLS)

Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 4 (CTLLS)

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 5 (DTLLS)

Certificate TESOL Trinity College London Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Level 5

Accountancy

Association of Accounting Technicians Level 4


46 | Professional Training

Sonia Boulton, Programme Director Teacher Training says: Studying for a degree

allows you to take a look at

your profession in a wider

context. The opportunity

for individual research

allows you to take a critical

approach to your own

practice in the sector.

Engagement at this level

can be an empowering

experience. Achievement is

rewarded with recognition

at a distinguished

level and the chance

to experience a full

graduation ceremony.

FactfileBA (Hons) in Lifelong Learning

LengthPart-time study, three hours a

week over two years

Entry requirementsDTLLS, or similar

Teaching ScheduleCourse teaching will be

delivered at the Broadstairs

campus of Canterbury Christ

Church University, one evening

a week from 5.30-8.30pm.

Special featuresThere will be the opportunity

for individual research into an

area of the student’s job role

How will I be assessed?Assessment of written essays

will take place at regular

intervals throughout the

course for which you will

receive strong tutorial support


How to applyDownload an application form

from www.eastkent.ac.uk/

apply-now, pick one up from

the College most weekdays

throughout the year, or get

in touch with the College’s

Student Admissions team on

01843 605049 or student_

[email protected].

Why the course?This full BA course has been designed for

professionals working in the Lifelong Learning

sector who want to explore and understand the

history, the present and the possible futures of

Lifelong Learning at degree level. This course

will allow you to develop your ability to evaluate

and investigate the ideas and practices of

Lifelong Learning.

Suitable for those working in a range of roles

within education and training, including a

variety of learning contexts such as further

education colleges, sixth form, Adult Education,

work based learning and 14 – 19 alternative

curriculum.

This course is open to all those holding

posts in the sector including managers and

administrators. It is not necessary to be in

a teaching role and teaching hours will not

be required, however applicants will require

a DTLLS award or equivalent credits e.g.

Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory)

What will I study? The programme will allow you to develop your

ability to evaluate and investigate the ideas and

practices of Lifelong Learning, and to critically

explore your area of work. The course will

review key contemporary themes in the subject,

and how these relate to the professional lives

of students.

Mandatory units:

Year one

Year two

development: individual study

What can I do next?On completion of the course you will be able

to explore the opportunity for progression

on to the MA Professional Learning and

Education. Those in a relevant teaching role

could undertake subject specialist Diplomas to

become teachers of Literacy or Numeracy.

BA (Hons) Lifelong Learning


Professional Training | 47

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 4 (PTLLS)This is a comprehensive train-the-trainer

course suitable for corporate trainers or for

post-compulsory teachers. This East Kent

College course qualification is required by

many organisations as an industry minimum

for trainers.

Teaching schedule Three hours a week, either on Thursday

afternoons or evenings, for 16 weeks

Cost Tuition fee £375 plus registration fee £68

Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 4 (CTLLS)This East Kent College course provides a holistic

approach to teacher development, including

observation of teaching practice and mentor

support.

This course is a Higher Education programme

delivered in conjunction with Canterbury Christ

Church University.

Teaching schedule Three hours a week, on Wednesday evenings

from 5.30-8.30pm for 32 weeks

Cost Tuition fees: £3,000 (A bursary of £1,000

towards fees may be available)

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 5 (DTLLS)Building upon PTLLS and CTLLS, this course

qualifies you to practice in the industry.

A holistic approach is taken to teacher

development, with observations of teaching

practice and mentor support. A Higher

Education course delivered in conjunction with

Canterbury Christ Church University.

Teaching schedule Three hours a week, on Tuesday evenings from

5.30-8.30pm for 32 weeks

Cost Tuition fees: £3,000 (A bursary of £1,000

towards fees may be available)

Certificate TESOL Trinity College London Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Level 5This East Kent College course is an

internationally recognised qualification, and

is the basic entry requirement to move into

the industry. You will be able to apply for

teaching positions and become equipped to

undertake teaching practice. You will learn an

unknown language, and complete tests, written

assignments, and a teaching practice journal.

Teaching schedule Eight hours a week on either evenings or

Saturdays for 24 weeks

Cost Tuition fees: £1,320

Other Teaching Courses

Student Nigel Hall says: I studied TESOL at the

College, a necessary

requirement for teaching

English to students from

other countries. I would

definitely recommend

studying this course,

as it has widened my

employment possibilities,

and is essential for jobs

in language schools.

I currently work as a

Senior Teacher at Margate

Language Centre, and

the reward of seeing

students understanding

a new topic is fantastic.

For course dates call

01843 605040 or see

eastkent.ac.uk


48 | Professional Training

FactfileAAT Level 4

LengthTwo-year part-time course.

Teaching will take place over

six hours on one day per

week, over 36 weeks in the

first year, then six hours over

two evenings per week for 20

weeks in the second year.

Entry requirementsApplicants will need to have

achieved the AAT Level 3

Diploma in Accounting, and

it is also important that they

possess a good standard of

literacy and numeracy and are

able to complete assessments

and written projects in

English. All assessments are

undertaken using a computer

therefore all applicants need to

be IT literate.

All applicants will need to

undertake an accounting skills

check prior to interview. Go

to www.aatskillcheck.org to

complete the test, print off the

result and bring along to the

interview.

Teaching schedulePart-time teaching.

How will I be assessed?Six computer-based modules

with an assessment at the end

of each module.

How to applyFees: £1,470 for the whole

course (instalment plans are

available)

Plus Text books - £100 - £120

Initial AAT Membership - £80

Stationery - £20 approximately

Student Claire Hargreaves says: After deciding on a

career change, I went back

to College to study AAT

level 2 and really enjoyed

it. I have found a great

support network with my

tutors and other students,

and have now completed

Level 2, Diploma in

Accounting Level 3 and am

about to start Accounting

Level 4. During my studies,

I secured a job with Certax

Accounting East Kent,

and have been offered

the chance to train as a

Chartered Accountant

through my employer.

Why the course?This qualification will further develop

accounting skills including how to draft

financial statements for limited companies.

The qualification will provide the opportunity to

achieve AAT professional membership and/or

fast track onto further accounting qualifications

including CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS and ACCA.

This course is for those who have progressed

through Levels 2 and 3, or are at a more

advanced stage in their career and require a

qualification to give you the confidence and

proof that you have the skills to do the job.

The AAT qualification is valued by employers

who actively seek AAT qualified staff. It shows

that you have practical skills in accounting

underpinned by thorough knowledge that will

help you achieve success in the workplace.

What will I study?Through this course you will learn how to

perform complex financial and management

accounting tasks and develop your own

management skills.

You will develop both theoretical knowledge

and practical skills in the following areas:

Mandatory Units:

Optional Units:

2 Units from (to be confirmed)

What can I do next?This qualification will award students with

full Association of Accounting Technicians

status, improving your career progression

and widening the accountancy roles open to

you, such as Accounting Technician, Finance

Manager or Trainee Accountant. You could also

move into fields such as insolvency, corporate

finance or find employment within a wide range

of business environments.

Accountancy Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4


Entry Requirements | 49

Entry Requirements East Kent College and Canterbury Christ Church University encourage and welcome applications from all students able to benefit from the courses offered.

Individual Consideration Applications are considered individually,

taking into account academic qualifications

and paying great attention to the personal

statement and the reference(s) provided

with the application. All applicants will be

offered an interview within which they will

be encouraged to discuss the experience,

interests and personal qualities that will

be relevant to their future success on their

chosen course.

80-120 UCAS Points Generally a place on a Higher Education

course is offered on the basis of grades

up to a certain number of UCAS tariff

points. A typical offer for entry to an HNC

is between 80-120 UCAS tariff points.

In order to meet an entry requirement

of, for example, 80 UCAS tariff points,

an applicant would need to gain two

A-levels at Grade E OR achieved PP for a

BTEC Level 3 Diploma. The College and

University will not normally make an offer

for a place on a Higher National Certificate

(HNC) based on AS qualifications alone.

Applicants studying on an Access to Higher

Education course will need to achieve

a Pass in their qualification in order to

progress to a HNC.

Qualifications For a detailed breakdown of the UCAS

tariff points against all eligible qualifications

for entry to Higher Education courses

visit the UCAS website by following the

link available at www.eastkent.ac.uk/

highereducation. Many mature students

already meet entry requirements before

they apply for their course because of

previous study, work or life experience.

However, if you are a mature student

without formal qualifications you can still

apply. We look at each application on an

individual basis.

Advice for International StudentsEast Kent College and Canterbury Christ

Church University recognise a wide

variety of non-UK qualifications which are

accepted for entry to academic courses.

If your academic qualification(s) or English

language skills are not at the required

entry level for undergraduate study on

a HNC, we recommend completing the

International Foundation Year which

then progresses directly to a HNC. Your

suitability for direct entry to the HNC

course will be dependent on your previous

qualification(s) and your current level

of English. International students need

to have, or expect to have, equivalent

qualification(s) to those required for a

typical offer to an HNC: the equivalent of

between 80-120 UCAS tariff points which,

for 80 credits, equates to two A-Levels

at Grade E. The three possible routes for

entry to a HNC for an international student

are as follows:

1. If you have, or expect to have, equivalent

qualification(s) to the value of between 80-

120 UCAS points in a relevant subject and

IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in writing

or a TOEFL internet-based test score of

79 overall with 20 in writing, then you

can apply directly to the Higher National

Certificate;

2. If you have, or expect to have, equivalent

qualification(s) to the value of between

80-120 UCAS points in a relevant subject

but do not have IELTS 6.0 with a minimum

5.5 in writing, then you should apply for an

IELTS course at East Kent College or a local

language school such as Churchill House

School of English Language;

3. If you do not have equivalent

qualification(s) to the value of between

80-120 UCAS points in a relevant subject,

or IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in writing

then you should apply for our International

Foundation Year. Successful completion of

the International Foundation Year provides

guaranteed progression to the related HNC.

Applicants should not rely solely on

the prospectus but should contact the

College in person for up to date accurate

information about courses and modules.


50 | How to apply

How to ApplyTo apply for a Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma at East Kent College you must apply online through UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service at www.ucas.com.

There is a comprehensive video and

guide to the application process on

the UCAS website. Please visit the HE

information pages on our own website at


for help on locating our courses on

the UCAS site (including UCAS and

Institution codes).

If you have any questions about

making your application through

UCAS or need further support in

making your application please

contact [email protected]

or visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/faq.

Making your application through UCAS.com UCAS institution codesInstitution code name: CANCC

Institution code: C10

Campus code: T

Higher National Certificate course title Course Code

Applied Biology (HNC/AppBio) 011C

Business (HNC/Busine) 001N

Computing and Systems Development (HNC/CoSyDe) 001I

Construction and the Built Environment HNC (HNC/ConBuE) 022K

Construction and the Built Environment HND (HNC/ConBuE) 022K

General Engineering HNC (HNC/GenEng) 001H

General Engineering HND (HNC/GenEng) 001H

Beauty Therapy (HNC/HaBeMa) 053B

Hospitality Management HNC/HosMan) 268N

Interactive Media (HNC/IntMed) 003P

Music Production (HNC/MusPro) 003W

Performing Arts W470

Sport and Exercise Science C605

Travel and Tourism Management (HNC/TrToMa) 018N


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Applying via UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)For all courses in the prospectus which

state that application is made through

UCAS, you must apply online at

www.ucas.com

There are three types of applicant:

1. Students at a school or college

registered with UCAS

All UK schools and colleges (and a small

number of establishments overseas) are

registered with UCAS to manage their

students’ applications. Advice is available

from your teacher or a careers adviser at

your school or college. You fill in an online

application and submit it to a member

of staff. After checking your details, and

having added your academic reference,

your school or college submits the

completed application online to UCAS.

You pay online using a credit card or debit

card. You may also be able to pay through

your school or college.

2. Independent applicants in the UK

Other UK applicants, who are not

at school or college, apply online

independently.

It is likely that you are a mature applicant,

who, unlike school and college students,

cannot readily seek advice from your

teacher, but can instead consult with

various careers organisations (such as

Connexions). You are responsible for

paying the correct application fee, for

obtaining and attaching an academic

reference and for submitting the

completed application online to UCAS.

3. International applications from outside

the UK (EU and worldwide)

Except for those whose school or college

is registered with UCAS, individuals from

the EU (excluding the UK), and worldwide,

apply online independently. Advice is

available from British Council offices

and other centres overseas, such as your

school or college. You are responsible

for paying the correct application fee, for

obtaining and attaching the academic

reference and submitting the completed

application online to UCAS.

Direct applicationsApplications for the International

Foundation Year and the Diploma in

Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

should be made direct to the College on

an application form available from the

College website www.eastkent.ac.uk.

For all applicants, there are full

instructions at www.ucas.com to make

it as easy as possible for you to fill in

your online application, with help text

where appropriate. UCAS also has a

comprehensive guide called Applying

Online, which can be downloaded from

www.ucas.com.

The Personal StatementThis is the most important section of your

application. Try to include a wide ranging

description of yourself that might include

your study interests – what you enjoy

about your current course(s).

It is also vital that you say why you have

chosen the subject you are applying

for. Include any work or other relevant

experience you have done and the

benefits it gave you. With teaching or

health-related subjects, if there is no

evidence in your application that you have

some relevant experience then you are

likely to be rejected without an interview.

You can also tell us about any career ideas

you have for the future, and how your

chosen course will fit into this. If you have

interests outside school/college, list them:

e.g. sports, theatre, travel, social activities,

cinema, music, reading, or any other

interest you have.

Preparing for InterviewIf you have applied for a subject that

requires an interview, here are some

points that you might like to consider

once you’ve received your invitation.

Before the InterviewYou should read a copy of your application

and read the prospectus and think

about the questions that you might be

asked. Select appropriate clothes for the

interview that allow you to be comfortable

but give a good impression. Check the

time that you are meant to arrive and think

about the travel implications, especially

how long it will take you to get to the

location of the interview, where you will

park if you come by car, whether you are

going to bring a friend or member of the

family with you.

On the day of the InterviewThink about the kind of questions that

you might be asked. Why do you want to

study on the course? If you are proposing

to enter a particular profession after

graduating, what do you know about this

profession? The purpose of the interview

is not to catch you out or trick you. We are

looking for you to be able to tell us what

you already know about your chosen

profession.

Always remember that the interview is

a two way process. You need to assess

whether the College or University is the

right one for you. Go to www.canterbury.

ac.uk/interview for more information.

Important informationEast Kent College has made every effort

to make this prospectus as accurate as

possible. This prospectus is published in

advance of the academic year and some

changes may occur between publication

and the start of the academic year. The

College reserves the right to discontinue

any course or class or to alter courses or

amend any other information, such as

entry requirements, modules or special

features, without notice. Consequently

this prospectus is a guide only and does

not constitute a contract and is not

binding on prospective students, current

students, the College or Canterbury Christ

Church University.

Applicants should not rely solely on

the prospectus but should contact the

College in person for up to date accurate

information about courses and modules.


How to find us


How to find us | 53

Tel: +44 (0)1843 605040

Fax: +44 (0)1843 605013

Minicom: (0)1843 605038

Email:

[email protected]

East Kent College

Ramsgate Road

Broadstairs

Kent CT10 1PN

www.eastkent.ac.uk

East Kent College campus

is located on main bus

routes, a 10 minute walk

from Broadstairs train station.

The campus offers free on

site student car parking.

Tel: 01843 609120

Broadstairs Campus

Reception Desk

+44 (0)1843 609120

from outside the UK

01227 782900

Prospectus request

answer phone

+44 (0)1227 782900

from outside the UK

Fax: +44 (0)1843 280700

Email:

[email protected]

Canterbury Christ Church

University

Broadstairs Campus

Northwood Road

Broadstairs

Kent CT10 2WA

www.canterbury.ac.uk/

broadstairs

East Kent College Canterbury Christ Church University Broadstairs Campus


54 | East Kent College Terms and Conditions

East Kent College Terms and Conditions1. Application

1.1 These Terms and Conditions shall apply to

the provision of the services (‘Services’) by East

Kent College of Ramsgate Road Broadstairs Kent

CT10 1PN (“College”) to you (“Student”). No other

terms and conditions shall apply to the provision of

services unless agreed upon in writing between the

College and the Student.

1.2 To avoid doubt, the Terms and Conditions

of Study (including all current published College

Policies, Codes and Regulations) apply to all

students, including those on placements and/or

studying at off–campus locations.

1.3 Students should satisfy themselves from reading

the available information that the particular course

they have chosen meets their requirements before

commencing the course.

2. Interpretation

2.1 A “business day” means any day other than a

Saturday, Sunday or bank holiday.

2.2 The headings in these Terms and Conditions

are for convenience only and shall not affect their

interpretation.

2.3 Words imparting the singular number shall

include the plural and vice-versa.

3. Definitions

3.1 Every Student of the College, whether full–time

or not, must enrol for each programme and pay

the fees appropriate to their course of study at the

College.

3.2 In all College documentation “Sponsor” is

deemed to include Skills Funding Agency; Education

Funding Agency; local authority/central government

schemes; local enterprise companies; employers

and training boards or agencies.

3.3 No person shall be deemed to be an enrolled

Student unless they have completed and signed a

College learning agreement and agreed to meet the

liability for the relevant fees, where a Sponsor does

not meet the liability on their behalf.

3.4 In signing the learning agreement the Student

undertakes to observe these Terms and Conditions

(including all current published College Policies,

Codes and Regulations) and consents to the College

obtaining, recording, holding, processing personal

data including data of a sensitive nature. Students

are responsible for informing the College of any

changes to the information provided on enrolment.

4. Fees and Payment

4.1 The course fees (“Fees”) for the Services are set

out in the prospectus.

4.2 In addition to the Fees, the College is entitled

to recover from the Student reasonable incidental

expenses for materials used and for third party

goods and/ or services supplied in connection with

the Services.

4.3 Liability for fees is incurred at enrolment and

the College reserves the right to withdraw any offer

for a Student who has not paid or arranged, to the

satisfaction of the College, payment of fees within a

reasonable time.

4.4 The Student shall pay the Fees due for the

Services at or prior to enrolment or otherwise in

accordance with any credit terms agreed between

the College or their credit agency and the Student

via an instalment plan.

4.5 If the Student fails to make payment within the

period in clause 4.4, the College shall have the right

to suspend the provision of the Services (where the

provision of the Services is on-going) until payment

is made to the satisfaction of the College.

4.6 The Student remains liable for any fees not paid

by a Sponsor (see clause 3 above for definition of

Sponsor)

4.7 If the Student fails to make payment within the

period stated in clause 4.4 the College reserves

the right to charge the Student interest at the rate

of 8% per annum on the amount outstanding until

payment is made in full.

4.8 Time for payment is of the essence of the

contract between the College and the Student.

4.9 Receipts for payment will be issued by the

College only at the Student’s request.

4.10 All payments must be made in pounds sterling

(£) unless otherwise agreed in writing between the

College and the Student.

4.11 The College has a Fees Policy which can be

found on the College’s website (www.eastkent.

ac.uk) which also includes the College’s policy on

refunds. A copy of the Fees Policy can be requested

from the Finance Office East Kent College Ramsgate

Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 1PN.

5. Cancelling or Changing Contents of Courses

5.1 The College reserves the right not to run courses

where the number of Students is considered

insufficient or where resources are unavailable

or to change the contents of a course where it is

considered appropriate by the College to do so.

5.2 Where numbers of Students dictate, courses

may be amalgamated so that they may comprise a

number of subjects, including parts of the Student’s

chosen subjects and parts of other related subjects.

5.3 All admission to courses is at the final discretion

of the Principal.

5.4 The College reserves the right to refuse

admission to any course because of restricted

availability of facilities due to accommodation or

teaching requirements or for any other reason

which the College deems it necessary to do so.

5.5 On College programmes of more than one year

duration, progression to Year 2 (and subsequent

years) is dependent on satisfactory performance in

the previous year.

6. Liability and Indemnity

6.1 If the College fails (or has failed) to perform the

Services with reasonable care and skill it shall carry

out all required remedial action at no additional cost

to the Student.

6.2 The College shall not be liable to the Student

or be deemed to be in breach of these Terms and

Conditions by reason of any delay in performing,

or any failure to perform, any of the College’s

obligations if such delay or failure is due to any

cause beyond the College’s reasonable control.

6.3 The Student shall indemnify the College against

all damages, costs, claims and expenses suffered by

the College arising from any loss or damage to any

equipment (including that belonging to third parties)

caused by the Student.

6.4 The College does hold third party liability

insurance which indemnifies the College with

respect to claims from third parties, including

Students, who have suffered injury, illness, loss or

damage arising from the negligence of the College

or its employees. However, if there is no negligence,

no claim would be accepted by the College or

its insurers. A copy of the College Public Liability

insurance is displayed in the reception area of the

College campus.

7. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay

in performing their obligations where such failure

or delay results from any cause that is beyond

the reasonable control of that party. Such causes

include, but are not limited to: power failure, internet

service provider failure, industrial action, civil unrest,

fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, acts of terrorism,

acts of war, governmental action or any other event

that is beyond the control of the party in question.

8. Communications

8.1 All notices under these Terms and Conditions

shall be in writing and signed by, or on behalf of, the

party giving notice (or a duly authorised officer of

that party).

8.2 Notices shall be deemed to have been duly

given:

(a) when delivered, if delivered by courier or other

messenger (including registered mail) during the

normal business hours of the recipient;

(b) when sent, if transmitted by fax or email and a

successful transmission report or return receipt is

generated;

(c) on the fifth business day following mailing, if

mailed by national ordinary mail; or on the tenth

business day following mailing, if mailed by airmail.

8.3 All notices under these Terms and Conditions

shall be addressed to the Corporate Services Office

at East Kent College Ramsgate Road Broadstairs

Kent CT10 1PN.

9. No Waiver

9.1 No waiver by the College of any breach of

these Terms and Conditions by the Student shall be

considered as a waiver of any subsequent breach of

the same or any other provision.

9.2 No failure or delay on the part of either the

College or the Student to exercise any right, power

or privilege under these Terms and Conditions

shall operate as a waiver of, nor shall any single or

partial exercise of any such right, power or privilege

preclude, any other or further exercise of any other

right, power or privilege.

10. Severance

In the event that one or more of these Terms

and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or

otherwise unenforceable, that/those provisions shall

be deemed severed from the remainder of these

Terms and Conditions (which shall remain valid and

enforceable).

11. Consumer Rights and Complaints

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall affect

the Student’s statutory rights as a consumer. In

the event the Student has a concern, the College

Complaints Procedure is available on the College

website (www.eastkent.ac.uk) or from the Corporate

Services Office at East Kent College Ramsgate Road

Broadstairs Kent CT10 1PN.

12. Law and Jurisdiction

12.1 These Terms and Conditions (including any

non-contractual matters and obligations arising

there from or associated therewith) shall be

governed by, and construed in accordance with, the

laws of England and Wales.

12.2 Any dispute, controversy, proceedings or claim

between the Student and the College relating to

these Terms and Conditions (including any non-

contractual matters and obligations arising there

from or associated therewith) shall fall within the

jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

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East Kent College

Ramsgate Road

Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PN

www.eastkent.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1843 605040

Fax: +44 (0)1843 605013

Minicom: (0)1843 605038

Email: [email protected]

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