CUC 2015 Prospectus

Prospectus2015 www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc

A new way to learn

Our commitment to high quality teaching and learning is at the forefront of everything we do. Our focus is on high levels of class contact and support from your tutors.

The fees that you pay are lower than for comparable courses and will cover all of your classes, online tutorials, some of the learning materials and access to the College Learning Resource Centre, as well as giving you reading rights to Coventry University Library.

Coventry University has validated all of our awards, so you can be confident that you are studying at university level and be assured that the content is of high quality.

We will regularly provide updates on how Coventry University College is developing on our website www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc. Or follow us on Facebook or Twitter. I look forward to keeping you updated, and hope to welcome you on to one of our courses in 2015/2016.

John Dishman

Director and Chief Executive

Welcome to Coventry

University College

We offer a new concept in higher education that is designed to integrate study into the life that you lead. If you are looking to benefit from high quality courses but have decided that the traditional student experience is not for you, then Coventry University College could be the answer.

This prospectus is your guide to how Coventry University College will operate, the full course offering, the fees, costs and payment options available and what your next steps might be.

Coventry University College offers a range of academic qualifications in a variety of subject areas. Our Foundation Year courses are ideal for those who need or want an alternative route in to higher education. Once successfully completed, the foundation year will provide a route in to a range of further study within Coventry University College or progression to courses at Coventry University, or another university of your choice, subject to meeting the entry requirements.

We also offer HNCs, HNDs and Honours Degree courses, so you can choose to sign up for a degree at the outset or build up to a degree by taking the HNC, then HND and then top up to a degree. By taking one level at a time you can spread your progression over a fixed period to fit in with your other commitments.

Most of our courses have been designed around the standards for professional body accreditation, which means that you will be prepared and have the opportunity to secure an additional award from a professional body alongside your normal studies. This will help to make you more attractive to employers when you apply for jobs.

We have designed the courses so that you are able to study in short, intensive six-week blocks. Assessment will take place at the end of each block so you can monitor your progress. You can study on a full-time or part-time basis, and we will have our own team of staff to support you in your studies. We will help you match the pace of your study to fit in with the demands on you outside college.

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ContentsSo whats so different? 4

Courses designed to suit you 6

Get qualified 8

Assessment 10

Our courses 12

Interested in applying? 81

The financial bits 82

Keep in touch online 84

How to find us 85

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Coventry University College is the trading name of Coventry University College Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coventry University. Registered in England and Wales. Registration Number 07781274

Registered Address: Priory Street, Coventry, CV1 5FB.

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Gaining higher-level skills and qualifications is really important, but sometimes it can be difficult or virtually impossible to fit traditional study into your life. Thats why weve designed this new approach to learning. Coventry University College is designed specifically for people who want to benefit from high quality courses but who have decided that the traditional student experience is not for them.

We provide a focused teaching and learning environment that will lead to academic and professional qualifications. And this is precisely where our commitment lies.

Employability

As well as making sure that our courses meet the criteria for an academic qualification wherever possible we have designed our course around the standards for professional qualifications. We want every single student that leaves Coventry University College to have the relevant skills and knowledge that will help them secure employment in their chosen profession so you have the potential to achieve an academic qualification plus a professional qualification, which could help make you even more attractive to employers.

Flexibility

We offer a structured teaching week with the flexibility to choose morning or afternoon classes, wherever possible and numbers permitting, to help you study around your other commitments. This can be an ideal option if you are a mature student returning to education or need to fit your studies around your job.

Coventry University College puts you in charge. You manage your studies to suit your work responsibilities, your personal commitments, your lifestyle working towards an academic qualification is challenging but it shouldnt be a chore.

Quality of teaching

Our course teams contain both academics and practising professionals. Their aim is to work together to help you discover your subject from all angles, the theory and the practice. And unlike many other institutions, our tutors maintain high levels of class contact and offer support to help ensure you are learning throughout your time at Coventry University College.

Coventry University validates all of our awards, so you can be confident that you are studying at university level and be assured that the content is of high quality.

Affordability

The fees that you pay at Coventry University College are lower than those at many other comparable institutions. Fees cover all of your classes, online tutorials, some of the learning materials and access to the College Learning Resource Centre. As a student at Coventry University College you also have reading rights to Coventry University Library.

We firmly believe that Coventry University College gives you access to a quality and relevant learning experience at a price that represents excellent value for money. We also believe that you will be able to judge the returns on your investment through your improved career prospects.

So whats so different?

Graduates were more likely to be employed than those who left education with qualifications of a lower standard.Source: Office for National Statistics

19 November 2013

At Coventry University College we are firmly focused on teaching and learning that will lead to academic qualifications. We have set our standards high and we will need you to commit fully to your course. Thats not to say you wont have fun along the way, but we want you to achieve your potential and that means working hard.

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Degrees

All of our teaching has been designed to be available face to face on campus for full-time students.

Our courses run in six-week blocks and we offer up to six of these each calendar year. Normally you will study four blocks per year.

4 blocks will lead to a Foundation Year (120 credits) or an HNC (120 credits at level 4) over 1 year

8 blocks will lead to an HND (240 credits at levels 4 and 5) over 2 years

12 blocks will lead to an Honours Degree (360 credits at levels 4, 5 and 6) over 3 years.

This means that you will be able to pace your progress.

Each learning block will require approximately the equivalent of 300 hours of your time. Normally, 120 of these will be in class and the rest is completed away from the classroom. All study is guided so youll have plenty of support.

Full-time study

As a full-time student a normal learning block will mean that you get 18 hours of teaching each week in groups of approximately 25-50 students. Depending on the course you have chosen, youll attend morning or afternoon sessions.

You will also need to attend two one-hour tutorials each week. Tutorial groups are much smaller, usually about five students; this way we can better ensure that you have understood the weeks learning and that you are ready for the next.

Alternative Route

We know how difficult it is to get a full-time place in higher education, so we have thought of an alternative option for students in our region.

Full-time places at Coventry University College are limited, like elsewhere in higher education, so we want to offer students who dont secure a full-time place an alternative to having to go back to school or college. We call it our Alternative Route.

Our Alternative Route is aimed at students who want to study for a degree, are happy to live at home and want to gain some valuable work experience whilst they study. You may still be able to obtain a student loan

for the course fees but not for any maintenance support.

At Coventry University College you could complete a degree with us within four years and finish by Easter of the final year. This means that you could be finishing your course ahead of other graduates for that year and could get that all important step ahead of your peers.

This could be a sensible alternative to full-time study which leaves you with more disposable time to try and secure professional work placements that could help you gain the work experience that employers are increasingly expecting from their workforce.

Whats the difference?

The only difference between our Alternative Route and a full-time course is the number of modules you can study in a year. With the full-time route you can study four modules per year but with the Alternative Route only three. This means that you can still get your degree but it takes a little longer up to four years instead of three.

This can give you a real advantage and although the total fees are the same as a full-time student, they are spread out over four years, so it is only 4,212* in 2015/16. Also, since you are only attending Coventry University College for 18 weeks per year, it gives you plenty of time to get work which can help fund your study and lifestyle.

*4,977.75 for Engineering and Science courses

Access to Higher Education

We understand that busy adults may have commitments and it can be hard to work around these for example if you have children at school or a part-time job in the evening- so we run our Access to HE programmes during the day; Monday to Thursday 9.30-13.30.

The Access Course takes one year to complete running from September to May.

We hope that this will allow you to start your education journey once again and on successful completion you will then have the opportunity to choose how and when you study for your degree with us; day time, evenings or Saturdays.


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Get qualifiedCoventry University College offers a range of academic awards. For many of our subjects you can choose the level at which you want to study. And the great thing about Coventry University College is that you can complete one course and then decide to study further for a higher award, helping to improve your employability.

Access to Higher Education (HE) Diplomas

Coventry University College is delivering OCN London Access to HE Diploma programmes. Our Access to HE Diploma courses are designed to provide the underpinning knowledge and skills needed to progress to a degree or diploma course in higher education.

These courses enable adults who do not have the necessary level 3 qualifications (such as A levels) required to enter higher education to acquire the Access to HE Diploma, which is equivalent in standard to these qualifications.

Foundation Year

Our Foundation Year courses offer an introduction to your chosen subject and are an ideal route to higher level qualifications, helping you develop the necessary skills for further study. You can apply for a Foundation Year course if you have:

studied for level 3 qualifications, such as A levels or a BTEC National Diploma and Certificate qualifications, but may not have yet achieved the grades necessary to enter the university course of your choice.

studied for a level 3 qualification but have decided to change subject area.

A Foundation Year course will comprise four six-week learning blocks (120 credits).

Higher National Certificate (HNC)

A Higher National Certificate is a well-established qualification at level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework. Many employers like their staff to have this qualification if they want them to operate at a technician level within their organisation.

At Coventry University College you will be required to study and pass four specified six-week learning blocks (120 credits) at level 4 in order to achieve the HNC. An HNC is year one of a degree course.

Higher National Diploma (HND)

The Higher National Diploma can be studied from year 1 or you can join the course after completing an HNC. With an HND qualification you can expect to work as a higher technician in your company.

The HND is equivalent to 240 credits or eight specified six-week learning blocks:

four at level 4 four at level 5

An HND is year two of a degree course.

Bachelors Degree with Honours

The Undergraduate Honours Degree is the widely recognised qualification offered by the UK university system. Once you have an honours degree you will be a graduate and have better prospects to be able to work at a professional level in an organisation.

The Honours Degree at Coventry University College is designed so that you can enter at first, second or third level according to your existing qualifications. It is made up of 360 credits:

120 at level 4

120 at level 5

120 at level 6

Each level is usually taken and completed over one year.

Professional qualifications

In addition to the academic qualification, many courses at Coventry University College can lead to professional qualifications. These are awards made by professional bodies after you have taken and passed the examinations, tests and professional practice requirements set by the relevant professional body.

Professional qualifications are designed to ensure that professional standards within a whole range of fields are maintained and, in most instances, youll be able to apply for membership of the professional body.

Where applicable our HNC, HND and Honours Degree courses have been designed around these standards and we have worked closely with the relevant professional bodies to achieve accreditation.

Securing a professional qualification could help set you apart from other candidates when youre applying for jobs, and it will show prospective employers that you are a committed individual, serious about what you do.

Please note that all examination fees and membership fees are in addition to your tuition fees.


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Assessment will take the form of individual and group coursework, which is vocationally relevant. The wide range of assessment techniques used at Coventry University College will ensure that you have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills and knowledge in full.

Throughout your course, you will be learning and deepening your understanding of your chosen subject through a variety of methods lectures, tutorials, self-directed learning, textbooks, module webs, scenario-based learning sets, professional libraries and resources, journals and case studies, seminars, discussion forums and peer-to-peer learning. Naturally, weve also embraced technology and online resources are integral to our teaching and learning approach; we will give you access to an online learning network where youll be able to interact with your fellow students.

At Coventry University College there are no traditional final examinations to worry about. Instead, well assess your learning through course work and phase tests. Assessments take place at the end of each six-week block. Tutors can provide support through regular updates and tutorials, either online or face to face.

Professional qualifications

Our courses have been carefully designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge required to take the relevant professional qualification within your chosen subject area.

Assessment for professional qualifications does vary for each professional body but normally takes the form of coursework or sitting an exam. This is normally independent of assessments for your academic award.

Please note that all examination fees and membership fees are in addition to your tuition fees. Payment will need to be made by you direct to the relevant professional body. They will send your results by post, and if you are successful youll have the opportunity to become a member of that professional body an excellent addition to your CV.

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Our coursesAt Coventry University College you can choose from over 50 courses across a range of subject areas. In this prospectus weve given you a flavour of what each course is about. Once youve found a course that interests you please visit www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc for more details.

If you would like us to keep you updated on the courses that are of interest to you, please email us at [email protected] and well keep in touch.



Access to Higher Education ...................14Business StudiesHealth and Human SciencesSocial Sciences CriminologySocial Sciences Psychology

Foundation Programmes ........................19Accounting Foundation YearBusiness Foundation YearEngineering Foundation YearFinance and Investment Foundation YearHealth and Life Sciences Foundation YearHealth and Social Care Foundation YearInformation Technology Foundation YearLaw and Practice Foundation YearSales and Marketing Foundation YearTourism and Hospitality Management Foundation Year

Accounting ................................................30Accounting Technician HNCAccounting HNDManagement and Professional Accounting BA (Hons) Degree

Engineering ...............................................34Combined Engineering HNCCombined Engineering HNDCombined Engineering BSc (Hons) Degree

Financial Services ....................................38Financial Services HNC Financial Services HNDFinancial Services BA (Hons) Degree

Information Technology .........................42Information Technology Practitioner HNCInformation Technology Practitioner HNDInformation Technology Practitioner BSc (Hons) Degree

Legal Studies .............................................46Law and Practice HNCLaw and Practice HNDLaw and Practice BA (Hons) Degree

Management and Leadership ................50Business and Law HNCBusiness and Law HNDBusiness and Law BA (Hons) DegreeManagement and Leadership HNCManagement and Leadership HNDManagement and Leadership BA (Hons) DegreeProject and Risk Management HNCProject and Risk Management HNDProject and Risk Management BA (Hons) Degree

Policing .......................................................60Policing HNC Policing HNDPolicing BA (Hons) Degree

Public Health .............................................64Public Health and Community Studies HNCPublic Health and Community Studies HNDPublic Health and Community Studies BA (Hons) Degree

Sales and Marketing ................................68Sales and Marketing Management HNCSales and Account Management HNDStrategic Sales Management BA (Hons) Degree

Science ........................................................72 Biological and Chemical Sciences HNCBiological and Chemical Sciences HNDBiological and Chemical Sciences BSc (Hons) Degree

Tourism and Hospitality .........................76Tourism and Hospitality Business Management HNCTourism and Hospitality Management HNDStrategic Tourism and Hospitality Management BA (Hons) Degree

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Access to Higher Education

The Access to HE programmes are designed specifically for people who may not have the conventional educational requirements to enter on to a higher education course. The aim of the course is to enable you to acquire the skills, knowledge and confidence to compete on an equal footing with those students starting degree programmes through the conventional entry channels of A Levels.

Business Studies ........................................................15

Health and Human Sciences ....................................16

Social Sciences Criminology ..................................17

Social Sciences Psychology ...................................18

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Progression

Successful completion of the Access in Business Studies course at Coventry University College would guarantee a place onto the following degree programmes with us, subject to meeting the individual course entry requirements:

Financial Services BA

Law and Practice BA

Management and Leadership BA

Management and Professional Accounting BA

Public Health and Community Studies BA

Strategic Sales Management BA

Strategic Tourism and Hospitality Management BA.

Entry criteria

Formal qualifications are not mandatory for entry. Assessment will be via a 30 minute interview and a short numeracy and literacy test. You may be asked to write a short piece on your ideas, interests or background, for example.

Duration and delivery

This course is delivered over one year, running from September to May.

Attendance is required from Monday to Thursday from 9.30 to 13.30.

Additional information:

The Access to Higher Education Diploma is approved by OCN London.

Course length: 1 year

Why choose this course?

This is a qualification designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue a future career in the broad field of Business and Management, which usually means applicants will wish to develop a career working with and managing people. Careers in the field of Business can be very rewarding but can also be very competitive.

What will I study?

Study skills and IT;

Study skills and Management;

Business Functions 1 (HR, Marketing, Business, Economics);

Business Functions 2 (Law and Accounting).

Assessment

Learning is assessed in a variety of methods to prepare you to study at university. These may include an extended essay, timed assessments under controlled conditions and report writing.

Successful completion

In order to achieve the Access to Higher Education Diploma, you must achieve 60 credits; 45 at level three and 15 at level two or three.

The grades available will be Pass, Merit and Distinction.

Business StudiesAccess to HE Diploma

Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/business

Entry requirements: Formal qualifications are not mandatory. Interview & Assessment needed.


Progression

Successful completion of the Access to Health and Human Sciences course at Coventry University College would guarantee a place onto the following degree programme with us, subject to meeting the individual course entry requirements:

Biological & Chemical Sciences BSc.

Entry criteria








This diploma is suitable if you are considering a degree requiring a foundation in science. As well as developing essential study skills in preparation for university study, you will complete modules in anatomy & physiology, nutrition and biochemistry.

What will I study?

Biochemistry;

Chemistry;

Health and Disease;

Co-ordination;

Human body systems;

Study skills and IT.

Assessment





Health and Human SciencesAccess to HE Diploma

Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/scienceaccess




Progression

Successful completion of the Access to Criminology course at Coventry University College would guarantee you a place on the following degree programmes with us, subject to meeting the individual course entry requirements:

Biological and Chemical Science BSc Law and Practice BA Management and Leadership BA Public Health and Community Studies BA

Entry criteria








Access programmes are designed for students who have not had the opportunity to access higher education via traditional routes. The Criminology course will give you the opportunity to attain some of the tools you will need to gain entry to a degree programme. As well as teaching you the basic knowledge foundations of Criminology, we will prepare you in the fundamentals of study skills, numeracy and literacy.

What will I study?

Study skills Criminal Justice System Criminal Law Sociology

Assessment





Criminology Access to HE Diploma

Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/criminology



Progression

Successful completion of the Access to Psychology course at Coventry University College would guarantee you a place on the following degree programmes with us, subject to meeting the individual course entry requirements:

Biological and Chemical Science BSc Law and Practice BA Management and Leadership BA Public Health and Community Studies BA

Entry criteria


Assessment








Access programmes are designed for students who have not had the opportunity to access higher education via traditional routes. The Psychology course will give you the opportunity to attain some of the tools you will need to gain entry to a degree programme. As well as teaching you the basic knowledge foundations of Psychology, we will prepare you in the fundamentals of study skills, numeracy and literacy.

What will I study?

Study skills Psychological Theories and Methods Developmental & Social Psychology Biological & Cognitive Psychology

Assessment





PsychologyAccess to HE Diploma

Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/psychology





Foundation Programmes

Our Foundation Year courses offer an introduction to your chosen subject and are an ideal route to higher level qualifications, helping you develop the necessary skills for further study.

Accounting Foundation Year ....................................20

Business Foundation Year .........................................21

Engineering Foundation Year ...................................22

Finance and Investment Foundation Year ..............23

Health and Life Sciences Foundation Year .............24

Health and Social Care Foundation Year ................25

Information Technology Foundation Year ...............26

Law and Practice Foundation Year ..........................27

Sales and Marketing Foundation Year ....................28

Tourism and Hospitality Management

Foundation Year .........................................................29


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/N401

Accounting Foundation Year

Professional body qualifications

Modules within the programme include units based on the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 3 qualification. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to take the examinations to complete this professional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices about your future. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Accounting. This course can also provide you with a good range of skills that will help to improve your employability.

Accreditation

UCAS: N401Institution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 1 year full-time, 4 learning blocks, (120 credits) 15 months part-time

Entry requirements: 100 UCAS Tariff points. All courses require 5 GCSEs at A-C including Maths and English

If you dont fulfil the entry criteria your application may be considered on an individual basis, taking into account any work experience, other qualifications and/or any training you have completed. Please call or email for further information.


This course provides a thorough introduction to financial and management accounting and its role in business organisations. Topics range from cash management and tax to preparing financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships. You should also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will prepare you to continue your studies at HNC, HND and BA (Hons) degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Academic skills for HE

Accounting and spreadsheets

Cash management and tax

Cost and revenue and professional ethics

On successful completion of the programme you should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

The function of and the contexts in which accounting operates;

The principles of accounts preparation and cash management;

Approaches to cost accounting;

Professional ethics in accounting and finance;

The principles of academic research skills to apply critical and detailed thinking;

The principles of independent and self-managed learning.

Accreditations shall be renewed in accordance with the accreditors standard review process and subject to the College maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.

Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)



Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Management and Leadership at Coventry University College, and so help to accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that may suit your knowledge and skills include supervisory or assistant managerial roles within an organisation.

Accreditation






The global economy is becoming more and more competitive and organisations need competent managers to drive business forward. This course aims to provide you with a good grounding if you are looking to start your career in management; youll be able to develop your knowledge and understanding of how business operates on national and global scales as well as how to manage and develop staff within organisations.

You should also develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at HNC, HND and BA (Hons) Degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?


Managing and communicating

Managing performance

Business operations and strategy


The global, national and local contexts in which business operates;

The principles of business policy and strategy;

Sources, uses and management of finances;

The key theories related to the management and development of people within organisations;

The principles of the management of resources and operations;


The role and impact of communication within a managerial concept.


Modules within the programme include units based on the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 Diploma in First Line and Supervisory Management. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to take the examinations to complete this additional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessment for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

BusinessFoundation Year


Chartered Management Institute (CMI)


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/H100

Design principles that will enable you to progress successfully into the workplace or a related programme of undergraduate study;

Professional ethics in engineering;

Business principles that are relevant to an engineering workplace;

Principles of academic research skills to apply critical and detailed thinking.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain a BSc degree in Combined Engineering at Coventry University College and so help to improve your career prospects. Degree courses that you could apply for within Coventry University, subject to meeting their entry criteria, include Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering. If, however, youd prefer to move directly into employment you could consider applying for roles such as a service technician or machine operator.

UCAS: H100Institution code: C85Campus code: 5


Entry requirements: 100 UCAS tariff points. All courses require 5 GCSEs at A-C including Maths and English



Engineering plays a role in every aspect of our lives and therefore engineers are in great demand all over the world. If you want to start a career in the engineering industry, this course aims to provide the fundamental knowledge and skill set in a range of mathematical and business principles, as well as the theories and concepts of electrical and mechanical engineering.

If you successfully pass all modules you can continue your studies with us on to the HNC, HND or BSc (Hons) Degree in Combined Engineering.

What will I study?

Academic skills in HE

Engineering science

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering


A range of mathematical principles that are relevant to the study of engineering at undergraduate level and the workplace;

Theories and concepts of mechanical engineering science and electrical engineering science that are relevant to the study of engineering at undergraduate level and within the workplace;

Engineering Foundation Year


The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII)



The function of and the contexts in which finance services operate, including local and international economic factors;

The principles of investment and financial planning and portfolio development;

Approaches to cost accounting;

Operational management;

Professional ethics in financial services, investment, risk and financial protection;

The principles of academic research skills to apply critical and detailed thinking.


Modules within the programme include units based on the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Level 3 Diploma in Financial Planning. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to go on to the examinations to complete this professional diploma. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification will be independent from that undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Completing this course will give you choices about your future. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree and so help accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that would suit your knowledge and skills at this stage may include customer service roles within the finance sector.

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Whether you are looking to start your career in finance or are already working in the finance or investment market and want to progress further, this course can be an ideal introduction for further qualifications in the finance and insurance sector. It covers investment and risk, the core aspects of finance and economics, as well as considering the business aspects in terms of operations and strategy. You should also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at BA (Hons) Degree level within Coventry University College, should you wish to gain higher level academic qualification and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Academic skills for financial services

Investment & Risk

Financial Services, regulation and ethics

Integrated financial planning

Finance and InvestmentFoundation Year



This course is a good stepping stone to prepare you for an undergraduate degree, because it tests you and gives you a good understanding of the subject areas, without being too intense. I am particularly enjoying the Human Physiology module, which is directly relevant to my chosen path. You also get to experience the three types of assessment (reports, presentations and exams) that will be used on a degree course.

Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/FC31

Mathematical principles and techniques relevant to an undergraduate degree in health and life sciences or related workplace;

How information technology is used in the workplace and contributes to the study and advancement of health and life sciences;

The principles of independent and self-managed learning;

The principles of academic research skills to apply critical and detailed thinking.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BSc Degree at Coventry University College, and so help to accelerate your career prospects. Degree courses you could apply for within Coventry University, subject to meeting their entry requirements, include Biomedical Science, Physiotherapy, Dietetics and Medical and Pharmacological Studies. Typical job roles with this degree might include Bio-medical Scientist, Laboratory Research, Physiotherapy, Forensics, Criminology and Sports Therapy to name but a few.

UCAS: FC31 Institution code: C85Campus code: 5


Entry requirements: 100 UCAS tariff points. All courses require 5 GCSEs at A-C including Maths and English



This may be an ideal course if you want to gain the basic knowledge and skills needed for further study across a range of undergraduate programmes, from physiotherapy to criminology to forensics to biosciences. Successful completion of all modules in this course means you can progress into year one of the Biological and Chemical Sciences Degree at Coventry University College, subject to meeting entry requirements. This foundation course is also useful if you have the academic ability to succeed at degree-level study, but dont have the appropriate subject background for direct entry to a specific degree programme.

What will I study?

Academic skills in HE

Health and disease

Cell biology

Foundations of chemistry


Relevant theories and concepts of the appropriate scientific disciplines studied in biological science and chemistry;

Health and safety regulations applicable to a laboratory environment;

Health and Life Sciences Foundation Year

Ashley Sumbhoolaul, Coventry University College student


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/L592


A certificate in First Aid will also be embedded in to the course helping to develop your employability skills. Upon successful completion of these elements you will have the opportunity to complete this professional qualification, should you wish to do so.

Employability

Having successfully completed this course, you may want to progress further academically and work towards an HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Public Health and Community Studies at Coventry University College. High achievement could enable you to apply for a place on an undergraduate programme at Coventry University, subject to meeting all of their entry criteria. Programmes include: Youth Work, Social Work, Nursing, Midwifery and Occupational Health.

Naturally, this will improve your prospects of getting a job at a more responsible level and with a higher salary. But successful completion of our foundation course alone can also open up new opportunities and can demonstrate a commitment to your chosen career path. The types of jobs you might consider include home healthcare assistant and youth assistant.

UCAS: L592 Institution code: C85Campus code: 5





This may be an ideal course if you want a preparatory period of study before progressing on to a degree in social care or youth work. Successful completion of all modules in this course means you could progress into year one of your chosen degree subject, subject to meeting entry criteria. This foundation course is also useful if you have the academic ability to succeed at degree-level study, but dont have the appropriate subject background for direct entry to a degree programme. We also take into account your previous work experience, a real positive if youre a mature student.

What will I study?

Academic & underpinning skills for health & social care

Working in the health and social care sector

Health care perspectives

Social care perspectives


The underlying concepts and principles associated with health and social care delivery;

Current issues and developments in health and social care;

The principles of the management and development of people within organisations;

The principles of customer service, including the service users perspective;



Health and Social Care Foundation Year

The Health sector represents one of the largest sectors of employment throughout the UK - employing an estimated 2 million workers

Source: UK Sector Skills Assessment 2011


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/I100




Modules within the programme include units based on the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) ITQ Level 3 award. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to take the examinations to complete this professional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification will be independent from that undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BSc (Hons) Degree in Information Technology within Coventry University College and help to accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that may suit your knowledge and skills include data entry, data processing administrator and records clerk.

Accreditation

UCAS: I100Institution code: C85Campus code: 5





This course provides an excellent academic background in IT and is ideal if you want to progress to the Information Technology Practitioner BSc (Hons) Degree. Each module of the course is designed to help you develop your knowledge and specific transferable skills. Successful completion of all modules means you can progress into year one of your chosen degree subject within Coventry University College. This foundation course is also useful if you have the academic ability to succeed at degree-level study, but dont have the appropriate subject background for direct entry to a degree programme. We also take into account your previous work experience, a real positive if youre a mature student.

What will I study?


Maths and stats for IT

IT systems

IT project management


Commonly used IT tools within an industry context, including a critical understanding of their purpose and application;

How to safely and successfully connect and set up an IT system using a range of hardware, removable storage media and a communication service;

The tools and techniques available to monitor potential security risks and how to protect systems, data and software;

The potential of IT to transform data management and business processes;

Information Technology Foundation Year

IT underpins many organisations and pastimes, from shopping to watching the television, and it is at the core of every business. IT will continue to be the key element that enables businesses to grow. Source: www.prospects.ac.uk

Gillian Coyle, University of Huddersfield, October 2010


The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS)


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/MM12


Modules within the programme include units based on the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Level 3 Professional Certificate in Civil Law and Practice. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to secure this additional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain an HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Law and Practice within Coventry University College and so help to accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that may suit your knowledge and skills at this stage include administrative and support roles within a legal environment.

Accreditation

UCAS: MM12Institution code: C85Campus code: 5





Law is an integral part of our daily lives, and the legal profession offers a wide variety of exciting career opportunities. This course provides an excellent introduction and will help you gain relevant general knowledge of law and a good understanding of the legal sector.

The course covers a broad range of topics, from the principles of a variety of laws (such as criminal, contract and civil litigation) to client care. As you progress through the course, you will also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will prepare you to continue your studies at HNC, HND and BA (Hons) Degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Academic and professional skills

Introduction to law and practice

Contract law

Civil litigation


The key underpinning concepts, terms and processes in law and the practice of law, including the principles of contract law, criminal law, tort law, and civil litigation;



Law and Practice Foundation Year


Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx)


Employability

Completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain a HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree and so help to accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that would suit your knowledge and skills at this stage may include supporting roles within a marketing and sales department in any organisation.

Accreditation




If you dont fulfil the entry criteria your application may be considered on an individual basis, taking in to account any work experience, other qualifications and/or any training you have completed. Please call or email for further information.


This course can be ideal if you want to start a career in this exciting field or even if youre already working in sales and marketing and want to progress further. It covers people skills, approaches to sales and associated skills and techniques, and the principles of marketing and its relationship to sales when selling a product or service. You should also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at HNC, HND and BA (Hons) degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or further professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Academic skills for sales & marketing

Introduction to management

Sales and selling

Sales and marketing


The function of and the contexts in which sales and marketing takes place;

Principles of customer service and the basis of law and ethics surrounding selling;

Theories of buyer behaviour;

The use of market information to monitor, manage and generate sales;

The principles of team leadership in a sales and marketing environment;



Modules within the programme include units based on the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management and the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (ISMM) Level 3 Certificate in Sales and Marketing. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to take these additional qualifications. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Sales and Marketing Foundation Year


Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (ISMM)

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)




Modules within the programme include units based on the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH) Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to complete this additional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain a HNC, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management at Coventry University College and so help to accelerate your career prospects, or you can look for employment. Typical job roles that may suit your knowledge and skills at this stage include travel advisors or junior roles within hotel chains or other tourism and hospitality businesses.

Accreditation




If you dont fulfil the entry criteria your application may be considered on an individual basis, taking in to account any work experience, other qualifications and/or any training you have completed. Please call or email for further information.


This may be an ideal course if you are looking to start your career in this sector or you are already working within it and want to progress further. The course provides a general knowledge of the sector and industries, focusing particularly on marketing and customer service. You should also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at HNC, HND and BA (Hons) degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or further professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Academic skills for tourism & hospitality

Introduction to the tourism and hospitality industries

Introduction to marketing for tourism and hospitality

Introduction to customer services for tourism and hospitality


The context in which tourism and hospitality industries operate;

The principles and theories of customer service and company culture;

Sources, uses and management of finances in tourism and hospitality industries;

The principles of management and development of people within organisations;

The principles surrounding the use of marketing in tourism and hospitality;



Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation Year


Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH)



AccountingAccountancy is a vital function in business. An accountant is a key member of the management team in any organisation, fulfilling an important role in business development. The ability to produce quality financial data is integral to strategic decision-making.

Accountants and financial officers are in demand in both the public and private sector, as well as in not-for-profit organisations such as charities. At Coventry University College we will aim to equip you with the necessary knowledge and wide range of skills to help you get into the accounting profession.

Accounting Technician HNC ....................................31

Accounting HND ........................................................32

Management and Professional

Accounting BA (Hons) Degree .................................33




Modules within the programme include units based on the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 qualification. Upon successful completion of these elements youll have the opportunity to take the examinations to complete this professional qualification. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successful completion of this qualification will enable you to continue your studies to gain a HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Accounting within Coventry University College. This course will also provide you with a good range of skills that could improve your employability. Roles that you could apply for at this stage could be an accounting technician or trainee accountant, getting you on the first rung of your career ladder.

Accreditation


Course length: 1 year full-time, 4 learning blocks, (120 credits) at level 4 15 months part-time




The HNC programme is year one of the Management and Professional Accounting BA (Hons) Degree. This course explores the financial practices, techniques and tools used in an accounting role in business and financial sectors and covers a broad range of topics from financial statements to credit management control. This course will also enable you to develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at HND and BA (Hons) Degree levels should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?

Financial statements, internal control and systems

Budgeting

Principles of taxation

Credit management and control


Accounting context contexts beyond business entities in which accounting can be seen as operating, including market theories;

Language and practices including: the drafting and interpretation of limited company financial statements, monitoring and control of cash receipts and payments, cash balances and the collection of debts, granting credit, calculating income from employment, calculating property and investment income, preparing income tax and capital gains tax computations, theories and models related to the use and improvement of accounting;

Preparation and recording including: costing, monitoring performance, making recommendations to enhance value, preparing forecasts of income and expenditure;

Analytical tools and techniques including: preparing draft budget proposals, monitoring performance of responsibility centres against budgets, the use and improvement of accounting systems to improve efficiency;

Legislation and governance theories and models related to the use and improvement of accounting systems to improve governance and compliance (based on AAT Level 4);

Management and leadership theories related to planning activities, competence reviews, monitoring performance, coordination of activities and effective communication.

Accounting Technician HNC




Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/004N

Legislation and governance assurance and professional ethics, the impact of civil law on business and professional services, company and insolvency law;

Management and leadership theories related to planning activities, competence reviews, monitoring performance, coordination of activities and effective communication.


Modules within the programme include units based on the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Certificate in Finance Accounting and Business and the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) level 4 qualification. Upon successful completion of these elements youll be exempt from the examinations to complete this Certificate. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification are independent from those undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successful completion of this qualification will enable you to continue your studies to gain a BA (Hons) Degree in Accounting within Coventry University College. A HND qualification can also help you to enter the world of accounting at trainee level so that you can then progress your career as you gain work experience. Other jobs may include financial assistant and financial controller.

Accreditation

UCAS: 004NInstitution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 2 years full-time, 8 learning blocks, (240 credits) at levels 4 and 5 30 months part-time




You can apply to this course directly or it can be a progression from successfully completing the HNC programme with Coventry University College. The HND programme is year two of a degree course.

This course focuses strongly on the role of the accounting profession, legislation and governance together with management and leadership in accounting. It covers a broad range of topics, from preparing financial statements and records to theories and models of management decision-making. You should also develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to continue your studies at BA (Hons) Degree level should you wish to gain a higher level academic qualification and/or professional qualifications.

What will I study?


Budgeting



Business finance

Management information

Accounting for business

Law for accounting


Accounting context business objectives, functions and business structures, the role of accounting and finance and the impact of the external environment, business-related micro- and macro-economic theory;

Language and practices the main current language and common practices used within accounting contexts, as well as a number of alternative practices, such as alternative recognition rules and valuation bases, approaches to control and decision making;

Preparation and recording methods of preparing financial statements, including the maintenance of financial records;

Analytical tools and techniques theories and models of pricing, management decision making and performance management using analytical tools and techniques;

Accounting HND

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)




Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/NN1K

Legislation and governance governance, accountability and audit (GAA) in contemporary business environments, including the fundamental principles of ethics and the assurance process as part of GAA;

Management and leadership management and leadership theories and behavioural models related to financial management.


Modules within the programme include units based on the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 qualification and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Certificate in Finance Accounting and Business. Upon successful completion of these elements youll be exempt from examinations to complete this Certificate. This is not, however, a condition of academic credit: assessments for the professional qualification will be independent from that undertaken for the academic award.

Employability

Successful completion of this course can enhance your ability to apply for accounting positions within various organisations. You could also look for jobs such as trainee finance manager or trainee financial controller - positions that have a level of responsibility and good salary prospects.

Accreditation

UCAS: NN1KInstitution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 3 years full-time, 12 learning blocks, (360 credits) at levels 4, 5 and 64 years part-time




Focusing on assurance, advanced taxation and financial management, this course covers a broad range of topics, from theories and models of taxation to a critical exploration of financial management theories and models. You should also be able to develop the skills and knowledge that will help prepare you to gain professional qualifications.

What will I study?


Budgeting



Business finance

Management information

Accounting for business

Law for accounting

Legislation and governance

Assurance

Advanced taxation

Financial management


Accounting context contexts beyond business entities in which accounting can be seen as operating, including market theories;

Language and practices theories and models of taxation, including tax administration, corporation tax and Value Added Tax (VAT);

Preparation and recording methods and techniques of recording and summarising transactions and preparing financial statements;

Analytical tools and techniques key tools and techniques to analyse financial risks in foreign currency;

Management and Professional Accounting BA (Hons) Degree

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)



Engineering


By becoming an engineer, you can help solve problems that are important and relevant to todays society, such as the effects of climate change whilst meeting the UK energy demand. Projects that you may work on could have a lasting impact on how we live our lives, both now and in the future.

The wealth and diversity of potential careers and industries in which you might work is amazing. At Coventry University College we aim to provide a broad understanding in this exciting industry, giving you the skills needed to start your career.

Combined Engineering HND ...................................35

Combined Engineering HNC ...................................36

Combined Engineering BSc (Hons) Degree ...........37


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/00CH

Design and Engineering Graphics this module is aimed at providing the ideal grounding for you to develop and appreciate how real products are planned, analysed and designed for manufacture. The module will provide an introduction to design, innovation, basic engineering drawing practice, engineering standards, engineering drafting and computer aided design;

Mechanical Engineering Science the aim of this module is to provide the essential and fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering science needed by all engineering students, whilst giving the necessary foundation for more advanced mechanical engineering studies;

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science the aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of electrical and electronic circuit analysis, digital electronics, analogue electronics and semiconductor device technology and the ability to apply this understanding to the analysis and design of electronic circuits.

Employability

Successfully completing this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain a HND and/or BSc in Combined Engineering at Coventry University College and help to improve your career prospects and employability, or you can start to look for employment. You could go on to work in different engineering sectors with small to medium engineering companies, manufacturing industries, consultancy firms or progress to further education.

UCAS: 00CHInstitution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 1 year full-time, 4 learning blocks, (120 credits) at level 415 months part-time

Entry requirements: 160 UCAS Tariff points. All courses require 5 GCSEs at A-C including Maths and English. A-level in Maths/Physics.



The HNC programme is year one of the Combined Engineering degree course. At this level, you will be introduced to the underpinning Engineering principles and distinct modules in both electrical and mechanical engineering. Along with this you will develop design skills using industry standard graphic software.

This programme should help you to develop the knowledge and skills that will help prepare you to continue your studies at HND and BSc (Hons) Degree levels within Coventry University College should you wish to gain higher level academic qualifications.

What will I study?

Mathematical Principles for Engineers

Design and engineering graphics

Mechanical Engineering Science

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science


Mathematical Principles for Engineers the aim of this module is to provide the essential mathematical skills which underpin the successful study of all engineering disciplines. This module will equip you with the analytical skills appropriate for an engineer. The analysis of engineering problems will be undertaken to illustrate and apply the analytical skills required;

Combined Engineering HNC


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/001H

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science the aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of electrical and electronic circuit analysis, digital electronics, analogue electronics and semiconductor device technology and the ability to apply this understanding to the analysis and design of electronic circuits;

Microcontroller Applications the aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of the principles and applications of microcontroller based systems and the skills required to develop, program, test and interface electrical and electromechanical systems;

Electrical Motors and Control Systems the aim of this module is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of electrical motors including the principles of their control and industrial applications of programmable logic controllers;

Advanced Mechanical Engineering the aim of this module is to further develop the essential and fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering science needed by all engineering students, whilst providing the necessary foundation for more advanced mechanical engineering studies;

Renewable Energy Engineering this module aims to give an overview into the range of renewable energy resources which are either available already or are being developed. It will present the discussion of the resources in the context of current practice and economic parameters as well as in a longer term where technological, economic, and political constraints are less certain.

Employability

Successful completion of this course will give you choices. You can continue with your studies to gain a BSc in Combined Engineering at Coventry University College or you could look for employment. With a HND qualification, your chances of employment are improved, and the level at which you enter the jobs market could mean a higher salary. Typical jobs at HND level can include: Engineering Technician, Test Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Project Manager, Quality Control Engineer, Electrical/Electronic Engineer, Mechanical Engineer and Design Engineer.

UCAS: 001HInstitution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 2 years full-time, 8 learning blocks, (240 credits) at levels 4 and 530 months part-time




The HND programme is the second year of the Combined Engineering degree course. At this level you will advance your knowledge of Electrical/Electronic and Mechanical Engineering and use Microcontrollers across a wide range of applications.

You will also look at contemporary issues facing tomorrows engineers including renewable energy sources.

This programme should help you to develop the knowledge and skills that will help prepare you to continue studies at BSc(Hons) Degree level within Coventry University College should you wish to gain a higher level academic qualification.

What will I study?

Mathematical Principles for Engineers

Design and Engineering Graphics

Mechanical Engineering Science

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science

Microcontroller Applications

Electric Motors and Control Systems

Advanced Mechanical Engineering

Renewable Energy Engineering


Mathematical Principles for Engineers the aim of this module is to provide the essential mathematical skills which underpin the successful study of all engineering disciplines. This module will equip you with the analytical skills appropriate for an engineer. The analysis of engineering problems will be undertaken to illustrate and apply the analytical skills required;

Design and Engineering Graphics this module is aimed at providing the ideal grounding for you to develop and appreciate how real products are planned, analysed and designed for manufacture. The module will provide an introduction to design, innovation, basic engineering drawing practice, engineering standards, engineering drafting and computer aided design;

Mechanical Engineering Science the aim of this module is to provide the essential and fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering science needed by all engineering students, whilst giving the necessary foundation for more advanced mechanical engineering studies;

Combined Engineering HND


Interested? Find out more at www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/OODH

UCAS: 00DHInstitution code: C85Campus code: 5

Course length: 3 years full-time, 12 learning blocks, (360 credits) at levels 4, 5 and 6.4 years part-time




As a professional Engineer, you will need knowledge of Engineering management. You will get the opportunity to study the field of Mechatronics with specialist investigation into Robotics. A final year project will enable you to select and develop an Engineering topic of interest.

The Combined Engineering BSc (Hons) Degree has been designed to provide you with the skills you will need to excel in a modern Engineering environment and the capacity to engage effectively in the application of modern technologies to solve todays and tomorrows problems.

What will I stud

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