Higher Education Prospectus

Higher Education Prospectus 2009/10Study High Study Localat the University Centre Darlington College www.darlington.ac.uk

At Darlington College we offer a broad range of higher education courses whichcan be undertaken in a number of ways. From degrees and Foundation Degrees toprofessional and postgraduate qualifications, covering a wide range of subjects,there really is something to suit everyone.

You will study in our dedicated University Centre and have access to the manyexcellent facilities at the college, all aimed at maximising students success. Ourcollege resources and facilities include; careers guidance, friendly and professionalstaff and small class sizes in all subjects.

We offer many university level qualifications and recruit approximately 1,000students annually. The courses range from those designated by respectiveprofessional institutes to those validated by various examination bodies and thosedelivered in partnership with universities.

The majority of our higher education courses are delivered on a part time basis tofit in with other commitments you may have. We can provide tuition during thedaytime or evening and can accommodate students who attend on a day-releasefrom work basis.

We want to help you to succeed in your chosen career and have the ability to aim higher.

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Sarah Robinson OBEPrincipal and Chief Executive

Welcome

Study High Study Local

About higher education ...................................4Qualifications explained ..................................5Support your learning .....................................6Applying for a course ......................................7Money matters ................................................8Which qualification level is right for me?.........10Darlington College Policy ................................47

Course Information

Accounting ......................................................12Business and Management ............................14Purchasing and Supply ...................................18Marketing ........................................................20Childcare, Health and Social Care ..................22Computing.......................................................26Construction....................................................28Engineering.....................................................30Hospitality and Catering..................................34Journalism.......................................................36Teaching and Learning....................................38

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Contents

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About Higher Education

Higher Education (HE) is usually defined as a course that isclassed as Level 4 or above. Here at the college, you canchoose from an extensive range of qualifications, including;Higher National Certificates or Diplomas, Foundation Degrees,degrees, postgraduate courses and work based qualificationssuch as NVQ Level 4. There are specific entry requirementsrelating to all qualifications which are detailed in thisprospectus alongside each course. For more informationrelating to any of the courses speak to our Customer ServicesTeam on 01325 503030.

University Partnership

Thanks to a partnership agreement with the University ofTeesside we can offer a wide choice of higher educationqualifications. Awards of the University of Teesside aredelivered in partnership at Darlington College. This is ideal forstudents who prefer to study locally rather than having to travelto university out of the area and is the foundation of the ‘Study High Study Local’ ethos.

The college also offers teaching and learning courses inconjunction with the University of Huddersfield and theUniversity of Sunderland.

Is Higher Education For Me?

Our higher education courses appeal to a broad range of people.

You may be:

• A workplace returner

• An employee who wants to improve their career prospects

• Unemployed and looking for work

• An A Level student who wants a work related qualification

• An apprentice who is looking for the next career step

• A college leaver or someone who has a Level 3qualification or an Access to HE qualification and islooking to progress

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Qualifications Explained

Foundation Degrees

Foundation Degrees are work related qualifications that havebeen developed directly with employers to encourage people of all ages into higher education. These are flexible coursesmaking them ideal if you are already employed. Courses cantake two years full time or two or three years part time tocomplete. You can choose to use the Foundation Degree as aspringboard to an Honours degree, or progression to advancedprofessional qualifications.

• You can combine study and work in a convenient way to obtain this qualification

• You can achieve higher level skills which meet industry needs

• You will receive high levels of support

• They have agreed progression routes with the university

• You will work on practical projects which stimulate real industry environments

Professional Courses and Postgraduate Qualifications

We offer innovative professional courses that have beendeveloped using the experience and expertise that our tutorshave acquired through close links with industry. Thesecourses have been designed for people developing theircareers in areas that include; accountancy, management,marketing, engineering, construction, teacher training,childcare, health and social care, computing and journalism.

Higher National Certificate/Higher National Diploma Courses

These courses are offered on a part time basis so if you are in employment, or have limited time available you can still study towards a higher qualification. Like FoundationDegrees, they are highly regarded by employers and relevant to the world of work.

Work-Based Studies Level 4

These courses are a modern way of gaining a degree atundergraduate and postgraduate level by recognising that you gain valuable learning through work. This can be used as the basis of your individual course.

These courses are degree routes which:

• Offer you accreditation for previous relevant learning and qualifications

• Build on your existing skills and experiences

• Develop new learning opportunities

• Enable you to study within a flexible timescale

Access to Higher Education Courses

If you do not have the required entry qualifications for adegree course, you may be able to study an Access coursewhich will enable you to progress onto a degree aftersuccessful completion. Access courses are open toeveryone, regardless of previous qualifications. Pathwaysthrough the Access course include; humanities and socialscience, mathematics and science, teacher training, nursingand routes allied to medicine. Access into higher educationcourses can be studied full time over one year or part timeover two years. Individual Access courses are not listed inthis publication but for more details contact Elaine Allcock on01325 503275 or visit www.darlington.ac.uk for the courseleaflet.


Support Your Learning With…

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Impartial Advice and Guidance

If you are unsure which course is right for you, then why not talk to one of our Careers Guidance Advisers? All interviews are confidential, impartial, free and are withoutobligation. For more information on the services available or to book an appointment with a Careers Guidance Adviser, call 01325 503040.

Counselling

If you are finding that your study is putting extra pressure on you, or you would like to talk to somebody in completeconfidence about a personal issue, the college offers a free and confidential counselling service.

Childcare

A range of childcare services are available at the modernpurpose built centre which caters for children aged 6 weeks to 14 years old. The childcare centre has received excellentOfsted reports which can be obtained from the childcarecentre. For more information or to arrange a visit, please call01325 503144. Alternatively we have a centre at Catterick, for more information call 01325 503234.

Additional Learning Support

The Additional Learning Support Team can provide the extrasupport you may need to help you succeed on your course.Studying at the college is not only about gaining a qualification,but about enjoying the whole experience while you are here.

To discuss your needs in confidence contact the team on 01325 503190.

Learning Resources

The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) provides access to a wide range of textbooks, reference books, journals,magazines, DVDs, CD-Roms and online resources. Most books can be taken out on loan on production of a current college ID Card. Within the LRC students haveaccess to fully networked and internet enabled computers.Information and online resources are available through Fronter,the college’s Virtual Learning Environment which can beaccessed by all students to obtain course materials uploadedby your tutors.

Student ID Cards

When you enrol here at the college, you will receive anIdentification Card. Your ID card will need to be on your personat all times when you are on college premises. Access intocollege will not be granted without your card and you will needyour card to access the Learning Resource Centre. This card is your responsibility and a cost will be incurred if you require a renewal.

Get Involved

There are a number of ways you can get involved at college, including:

• The Student Association

• Becoming a Student Representative

• Student Council

For more information, contact the Learner InvolvementManager on 01325 503152.

Use of University Facilities

Students studying here at the college will also be able to access facilities at the partner university. This includes library and social activities. For more information on thefacilities on offer please contact the partner university directly.

University of Teesside on: 01642 218121

University of Huddersfield on: 01484 422288

University of Sunderland on: 0191 5152000


Applying For a Course

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What do I do next?

Have a look through this publication to find the courses ofinterest to you. If you know which course you want to studyand have the necessary qualifications there are two waysof applying depending on whether it is a part time orfull time course.

Part time higher education courses

You can enrol at the college at any time. There is no need tocomplete an application form (although the partner universitymay require you to complete a university application form).You will, however, be required to complete the College’sLearning Agreement and where necessary arrange anappointment to meet the course tutor to discuss the entryrequirements. Just drop into the college and our friendlyCustomer Services Team will take you through every step ofthe process.

Full time higher education courses

If you would like to join a full time Foundation Degree, HND ordegree course you should apply through the Universities andColleges Admissions Service known as UCAS. To applycontact UCAS direct:

Tel: 0870 1122211

Website: www.ucas.com

You can also contact Darlington College Careers GuidanceAdvisers for help and advice on 01325 503040.

Applications through UCAS should be made by January ofthe year you intend to commence the higher educationcourse, although later applications will still be processed.Applications that reach UCAS after 30th June (route A) or12th June (route B) will be held for clearing.

Unsure about which course to study?

If you have any doubts about the right course for you, orabout the entry requirements you may need, please make anappointment to discuss your options with one of our CareersGuidance Advisers by calling 01325 503040.

What if I need more information?

If you have any questions about any of the courses listed inthis publication, contact our Customer Services Team on01325 503030 and they will put you in touch with the coursetutor, who will be able to help you further. We sometimes findthat students with relevant experience will be accepted on toour higher education courses without the full entry criteria.The course tutor will discuss this with you in more detail.

Money Matters – fees, grants and loans

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Part Time Study

If you are a part time higher education student, financialhelp is available towards your fees and other costs related to your course. How much you receive depends on yourpersonal circumstances and the type of course you do.

Fees

Details of fees for September 2009 courses will be available from August 2009 and you can obtain thisinformation by calling the Customer Services Team on 01325 503030. For Foundation Degrees, HNCs, BAs andUCPD courses linked to a partner university, fees will beinvoiced directly to you from the relevant university.Professional course fees will be payable to the college.

Grants

Help may be available with fees depending on yourcircumstances. You can apply to Student Finance Englandfor non repayable help towards the costs in the form of a“Fee” and “Course” grant. The “Fee” grant is available tohelp with the cost of the course tuition fees and is provideddirectly to the university or college. The “Course” grant is tohelp with study costs, such as books, materials and traveland is paid directly to you. The support is means testedbased on your income and that of your partner if you haveone. The maximum “Fee” grant you can get is based on thenumber of credits you are studying in an academic yearcompared to the full time equivalent course.

To find out more and to apply you should contact StudentFinance England. The PTG1 form is not normally madeavailable until mid August prior to the beginning of theacademic year. However, your form will not be assessed until you have attended your course for 2 weeks. If you need to know whether you will receive support for your feesor a grant, please check the following websitewww.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance and click on forms andguides, the form you will need to fill in is the PTG1 Form.

Access to Learning Fund

The Access to Learning Fund provides extra money if youneed help for your course or to stay in higher education. Itcan provide help if you are a student on a low income or infinancial hardship. You can for example use the fund forspecific course or living costs that aren’t already met byother grants such as childcare, books, equipment and travel.Money from the Access to Learning Fund is paid on top ofthe standard student finance package. It is not meant as asubstitute for it. You would be expected to apply for all theloans, grants and bursaries to which you are entitled beforeasking for help from the Access to Learning Fund.

Eligibility is decided on an individual basis and applicationforms are available from the University of Teesside by calling Student Services on 01642 342277 or by [email protected].

Employer Payment

If your employer is paying for your course fees then you will need to provide a letter from your employer stating thiswhen you enrol.

Disabled Students

If you are a student with a disability or specific learningdifficulty, you may be able to receive extra help from theDisabled Students Allowance. It is a grant to help meet theextra costs of studying that student’s face as a direct resultof a disability or specific learning difficulty. They aredesigned to help disabled students study on an equal basiswith other students. The amount you receive doesn’t dependon your household income. Further information is availableby contacting Disability Services at the University ofTeesside on 01642 342277 or email [email protected]


Full Time Study

If you are starting a full time Foundation Degree in 2009 you will not have to pay your tuition fees up front (althoughyou may do so if you wish). New full time students can getloans, grants and bursaries to help with their tuition fees and living costs. These help you study first, and pay backwhen you’re earning.

Tuition Fee Loans

Student loans for fees are paid direct to the college oruniversity and you have to apply for every year of yourcourse. You won’t have to start making repayments untilyou’ve left your course and are earning over a certainamount a year. Your repayments will be a percentage of your earnings over the set amount. Deductions are usuallymade through the PAYE tax system by your employer in thesame way as tax and National Insurance contributions.

Maintenance Grant

Around half of all full time students are also likely to beeligible for a yearly maintenance grant. You will be assessed for this grant when you submit your application for support from Student Finance England. This grant is means tested based on household income and alsoaffects the amount of student loan you will be eligible toreceive. This is non-repayable money to help with your livingcosts. For further information contact the Student Servicesteam at the University of Teesside on 01642 342277, email [email protected] or visitwww.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

Bursaries / Scholarships

Please check with the individual university for moreinformation on their bursaries/scholarships, as this can varybetween each institute.

Full time Cert Ed and PGCE students should apply toStudent Finance Direct for financial support, visitwww.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance and fill out a PN1 Form.

Maintenance Loan

All full time UK students can apply for a maintenance loantowards their living costs. All students are entitled to borrowup to 72% of the maximum amount made available by theGovernment. The remaining 28% is means-tested. Howmuch of this remaining support you can get depends onyour household income and the amount of maintenancegrant you receive. This loan is repaid together with the“Tuition Fee” loan mentioned earlier. Contact StudentFinance Direct online at www.studentfinancedirect.co.uk

Access to Learning Fund and Disabled Student Allowance

The Access to Learning Fund and the Disabled StudentAllowance is also available for full time students. Access toLearning Fund information is available by calling StudentServices on 01642 342277 or by emailing [email protected] further information on the Disabled Students Allowancecontact Disability Services at the University of Teesside on01642 342277 or email [email protected]

Further Guidance and Support

We offer a comprehensive and impartial guidance service to help with your student finances.

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If you require financial assistance and are studying a course where the partner university is Huddersfield or Sunderland, please contact:

Sunderland: 0191 5153892 or email [email protected]: 01484 472747 or contact the relevant course tutor for more information.

Which qualification level is right for me?

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Level 5: Higher

Qualifications:

Higher National Certificate(HNC) and Higher NationalDiploma (HND)

Foundation Degrees

CIMA

CMI Management

CQI Quality

IOM Management

CIPS Advanced Diploma

Certificate in Education –NCF Level 5

• Ability to increase thedepth of knowledge andunderstanding of an areaof work or study, so youcan respond to complexproblems and situations.

• Involves high level of work expertise andcompetence in managingand training others.

• Appropriate for peopleworking as higher gradetechnicians, professionalsor managers.

Level 4: Certificate

Qualifications:

NVQ Level 4

Higher National Certificate(HNC)

CMI Management

CIPS Foundation Diploma

CIM Professional Certificate

UCPD

CIOB

NCTJ

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• Specialist learning,involving detailed analysis of a high level of information and knowledge in an area of work or study.

• Appropriate for peopleworking in technical and professional jobs,and/or managing anddeveloping others.

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Certificate Higher


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Level 7: Masters

Qualifications:

CMI Management

CIM ProfessionalPostgraduate Diploma(Stage 1)

CIM ProfessionalPostgraduate Diploma(Stage 2)

• Highly developed and complex levels of knowledge, enablingyou to develop originalresponses to complicatedand unpredictableproblems and situations.

• Appropriate for senior professionals and managers.

Level 6: Honours

Qualifications:

CIPS Graduate Diploma

CIM Professional Diploma

BA (Hons)

Postgraduate Certificate inEducation – NCF Level 6

• A specialist, high-levelknowledge of an area ofwork or study, to enableyou to use your own ideasand research in responseto complex problems and situations.

• Appropriate for peopleworking as knowledge-based professionals or in professionalmanagement positions.

Honours

Masters


Accounting

Association of Accounting Technician (AAT)Level 4

Duration – 1 year part time.

Entry requirements – If you don’t have one of the followingthen you will need to speak to the tutor for further direction;an AAT intermediate NVQ Level 3, PE1 or equivalent of the senior accountancy qualifications or a UK degree in accounting.

About the course – This course will give you the knowledgeand skills you need to go far and get the rewards youdeserve. You will be assessed via exams which are set by theAAT, a project and also a skills test. The modules which areexamination assessed are; contributing to the planning andcontrol of resources, contributing to the management ofperformance and the enhancement of value, drafting financialstatements and preparing personal taxation computations.The project module is managing systems and people in theaccounting environment. The skills test module is operating acash management and credit control system.

Further progression – You may want to study a fullprofessional accounting qualification such as CIMA orprogress onto a degree course.

Foundation Degree in AccountancyLevel 5

Duration – 3 years part time.

Entry requirements – NVQ Level 3 in accounting or CIMACertificate in Business or equivalent. If you do not have theseacademic qualifications you are encouraged to apply asrelevant work experience will be taken into account.

About the course – This course will help you develop acareer in accountancy by enabling you to obtain practical andcritical knowledge and an understanding of the accountancyprofession. The course covers; financial accounting,management accounting, taxation and organisationalmanagement. You will be assessed in a variety of waysincluding; examinations, collating case studies, presentations,assignments and work based projects.

Further progression – BA (Hons) Business Management atthe University of Teesside. You may also choose to study for aprofessional accountancy qualification.

Accounting is concerned primarily with the measurement and communication of financialinformation to aid decisions and control in a variety of organisations. Accounts aretherefore at the heart of information systems – the fastest growing area of business activity.

Careers in this industry include;

Financial accounting

Management accounting for both private and public sectors.

Awards of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

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Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

(CIMA) Advanced Diploma

Level 5


Entry requirements – There are a number of qualificationswhich allow entry onto this course; AAT Technicians, or CIMACertificate in Business Accounting, or Bachelor Degree inAccountancy, Business Studies/Business Administration orequivalent. Other qualifications are acceptable, please speak to the course tutor for more information or enquire with CIMA directly.

About the course – If you wish to pursue a career in theareas of strategic business and strategic financialmanagement then this CIMA qualification is for you. Thecourse covers; organisational management and informationsystems, performance evaluation, financial accounting and taxprinciples, integrated management, decision management,financial analysis. Assessment on this course is by a formalexamination at the end of the course. You must completethese six modules before you can progress onto the strategiclevel subjects which are; business strategy, risk and controlstrategy and financial strategy. After successful completion,you are required to pass CIMA’s test of professionalcompetence in management accounting.

Further progression – CIMA Strategic Level.

(CIMA) Strategic Level

Level 6

Duration – 1 and half years part time.

Entry requirements – CIMA Advanced Diploma.

About the course – This course builds on the knowledgegained on the CIMA Advanced Diploma. The modulescovered are; business strategy, risk and control strategy andfinancial strategy. After successful completion, you arerequired to pass CIMA’s test of professional competence inmanagement accounting. Assessment on this course is byformal examination at the end of the course.

Further progression – You may want to study a MBA or DBA at the University of Teesside or other universities whichdeliver the chartered management accountant courses.


Business and ManagementThe business world is an ever increasing and changing environment and is brought aboutby advances in knowledge, technology and improved communications. Businessorganisations need more than ever to maintain their competitive edge in the face of suchchanging environments. In striving to do so, they require an informed and responsiveworkforce with the relevant knowledge, skills and competencies.

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Foundation Degrees

Foundation Degree in Business Management

Level 5


Entry requirements – You will be expected to be in relevantemployment and have the support of your employer. Desiredentry qualifications include; an A level, BTEC Award or anNVQ Level 3 in an appropriate subject. Alternatively you canapply if you have the relevant work experience.

About the course – This course is aimed at developingbusiness and management skills for people in either paid orvoluntary employment. These skills are vital to successfulmanagement across a range of sectors. You will be expectedto attend college on day release from work and you will learnthrough tutor led lectures and tutorials as well as workshops.You will also be expected to undertake substantial work basedlearning projects and home study of about 8 hours per week.Units on the course include; personal development, theorganisation, the customer and the competitive environment,managing financial resources.

Further progression – This course emphasises the tacticaland operational aspects of business management. Thecourse provides a foundation of good practice in problemsolving, analysis and managing in business. This qualificationoffers you the opportunity to progress onto the BA (Hons)Business Management at the University of Teesside.

Foundation Degree in Project Control*

Level 5


Entry requirements – You will be expected to be in relevantemployment and have the support of your employer. Desiredentry qualifications include; an A level, BTEC Award or anNVQ Level 3 in an appropriate subject. Alternatively you canapply if you have the relevant work experience.

About the course – This course is aimed at developingproject control skills and techniques for people across a rangeof project centred sectors. These skills are vital to ensure thatprojects are delivered on budget and within time constraints.

You will be expected to attend college one day per week from12.30pm – 8.30pm and you will learn through tutor led



Financial Manager

Information Manager

Practice Manager

General Manager


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lectures and tutorials as well as workshops. As part of thecourse you will be expected to undertake a substantial work-based project and cover areas such as; communications andthe organisation, business context and results, strategy andchange in the business environment, principles of projectmanagement, risk management, quality management, changeand configuration management, project planning, managingpeople and project monitoring and control.

Further progression – This course emphasises the tacticaland operational aspects of project control and produces abasis of good practice from project inception through toclosure. On successful completion of this qualification youhave the opportunity to progress onto a relevant Honoursdegree at the University of Teesside.

*course subject to validation.

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

(CMI) Diploma in Programme and Project Management

Level 4 (including NVQ Level 4)


Entry requirements – You will need a level 3 qualificationand be working in a management role.

About the course – This course is aimed at developing theknowledge, understanding and skills which are necessary tofunction as a project manager in any organisation. Thiscourse is a dual qualification which is ten modules deliveredon a day release basis. In addition, if you are in amanagement role, there is an opportunity to complete theNVQ Level 4 in Management. The modules covered in thiscourse include; business context, principles of programmeand project management, risk management, qualitymanagement, change and configuration management,managing people, programme and project planning,monitoring and control and an integrative assessment. Inaddition to attending college you will be expected to devote an equal amount of time for self-directed study for assignment work.

Further progression – This Diploma can be used as a routeonto higher generic management qualifications, progressingup to the MBA at the University of Teesside.

(CMI) Diploma in Management and Leadership

Level 5 (including NVQ level 4)


Entry requirements – You will need to be working in amanagerial or leadership role with a level 3 qualification.

About the course – This course is a dual qualification where you have the opportunity to take two separate butcomplementary qualifications in one. Management trainingand development will help you to broaden your knowledgeand understanding and fully realise your managementpotential, so as to develop your career in your chosen field.Assessment is a continuous process by completingassignments. The modules you will study include; human resources, operational management, informationmanagement, financial management and marketing. This course can either be undertaken at college one day per week or via distance learning.

Further progression – This course can lead you on tovarious management career paths. Alternatively if you wish to continue studying, you may want to complete the level 7Strategic Leadership and Management qualification, whichcan take you straight on to the MBA programme. This isoffered at the University of Teesside.

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(CMI) Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Level 7 (including NVQ Level 5)


Entry requirements – You need to have one of the following;a management qualification at level 5 or above, a businessmanagement degree or extensive experience as a manager.

About the course – This course will help you broaden yourknowledge and understanding of management. You will studynine units, the modules include; develop the management andleadership roles to meet strategic objectives, manage thestrategic performance of teams, financial planning andbudgeting, manage business challenges, plan, implement andevaluate a work based project, information management andhuman resource and strategic marketing, planning andbusiness continuity. This is a dual qualification where youhave the opportunity to take two separate but complementaryqualifications in one. This course can either be undertaken atcollege one day per week or via distance learning.

Further progression – Masters degree in BusinessAdministration with the University of Teesside. If you havecompleted this course, then entry on to the second year ofthe MBA may be possible.

Institute of Operations Management (IOM)

Diploma in Operations Management

Level 5


Entry requirements – A certificate in OperationsManagement, 2 A levels or equivalent. Alternatively, aresponsible position in manufacturing or planning.

About the course – This course aims to provide studentswith detailed and specific coverage of the various elements ofsupply chain, production and inventory management. It aimsto equip you with the knowledge and skills of operationsmanagement to improve business performance within theglobal environment. It is aimed particularly at those managingand controlling operations in the manufacturing industry. Thecourse modules include; operations management strategy,operations resource management, customer focus, enterpriseplanning, business excellence, supply chain and inventorymanagement, manufacturing planning and added value formanufacturing. You will study nine modules, including aproject. Each module takes approximately 45 hours of classcontact time. You will be expected to supplement this timefurther with directed work based assignments or supportedindividual study, reading and practice and student initiatedstudy. The project module is double weighted and willnormally take up to about 90 hours of your time.

Further progression – This qualification offers you theopportunity to progress onto the BA (Hons) BusinessManagement Degree at the University of Teesside.

Success Story…

Daniel Kolodziej

– (CMI) Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Level 7.

Initially, Daniel came to the college to study a HND in Electronic

Engineering. Daniel realised that he would like to follow a business

management route so he continued his studies and progressed on

the Level 5 Management and Leadership course at the college.

Daniel has the full support of his employer ABB, where he

works as the Northern Regional Manager and is now

studying on the level 7 course. Daniel wants to progress

further by studying for an MBA with a view to progress

into a senior management role.


Chartered Quality Institute (CQI)*

Diploma in Quality

Level 5

Duration – 2 years minimum up to 5 years to complete parttime, 15 weeks per module.

Entry requirements – You must be working in a qualityleadership role or aspiring to reach that level of responsibility.The awarding body doesn’t stipulate any formal qualificationbut due to this course being a level 5 qualification it isadvisable that you have GCSE maths and English orequivalent. Alternatively the Level 3 CQI certificate in Quality Assurance.

About the course - The course comprises six modules, fivemandatory modules and one optional module. Each modulewill take 15 weeks to complete, with the exception of theproject. In addition, students will be expected to devoteapproximately 200 hours for each module and 300 hours forthe project. The modules include; principles of quality anddata analysis, quality management, tools and techniques,communication and project management, quality project,quality and environmental management (optional) andinformation technology and quality management (optional). As this course is a distance learning course you are onlyexpected to attend college for the examination which is twicea year. You are required to complete assignments for allmodules except for the module ‘quality project’, where you will have to complete a research based project.

Further progression – After successful completion of thiscourse, you can progress onto a Masters degree in the relevant subject.

*This course is not an award of the University of Teesside.

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Purchasing and SupplyPurchasing and supply is an exciting, challenging and diverse profession. For any business,spending money is the first step towards making money. Spend too much money on goodsand services and the cost eats away at profits, but to spend too little, the quality of goodsor services can be damaged. Either of these can jeopardise business, so effectiveprocurement is essential.

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Assistant Buyer

Stock Controller

Buyer

Warehouse Manager

Procurement Manager

Supply Chain Manager


Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)

Foundation Diploma

Level 4


Entry requirements – 2 A Levels or equivalent. For furtherexemptions, you will need to speak to the course tutor.

About the course – This course is aimed at junior managersin a purchasing role or managers new to the profession. Thisqualification gives you the practical skills and knowledge todevise and execute procurement activities and gain credibility inpurchasing and supply. You will attend college one afternoonand evening per week. Modules include; effective negotiation inpurchasing and supply, purchasing contexts, developingcontracts in purchasing and supply, measuring purchasingperformance, managing purchasing and supply relationships.These are examination based assessments and purchasingcontexts is an assignment module. You will be assessedexternally and the dates for the exams are fixed each year.

Further progression – CIPS Advanced Diploma.

Advanced Diploma

Level 5

Duration – 1 year part time for all levels.

Entry requirements – 2 A Levels or equivalent. For furtherexemptions, you will need to speak to the course tutor.

About the course – This course will provide you with theknowledge, skills and ability that you need to be in apurchasing management role. You will attend college oneafternoon and evening per week. Modules include;management in the purchasing function, risk managementand supply chain vulnerability, improving supply chainperformance. Then, a further two modules from the following;marketing for purchasers, storage and distribution, operationsmanagement in the supply chain, the machinery ofGovernment, or contracting in the public sector. Assessmentfor the modules is via examinations except for the ‘improvingsupply chain performance’, which is assignment based. Youwill be assessed externally and the dates for the exams arefixed each year.

Further progression – CIPS Graduate Diploma.

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Graduate Diploma

Level 6

Duration – 1 year part time for all levels.

Entry requirements – 2 A Levels or equivalent. For furtherexemptions, contact the course tutor.

About the course – This course will provide you with thestrategic knowledge, skills and abilities that you need in ahigher level purchasing role. You will attend college oneafternoon and evening per week. Modules include; leadingand influencing in purchasing, supply chain management inpractice, strategic supply chain management. Then, a furthertwo modules from the following; legal aspects in purchasingand supply, advanced project management, finance forpurchasers, strategic public sector programme managementand public sector stakeholders and governance. The modulesare examination based except for ‘supply chain managementin practice’, which is assignment based. You will be assessedexternally and the dates for the exams are fixed each year.


MarketingMarketing is a wonderful career option and offers an amazing variety of work, which isintellectually stimulating and creative. Marketing is very much about people andunderstanding what motivates them – not just locally, but all over the world. It is also about results, which means understanding marketing’s role in the wider context of business and taking responsibility for financial performance. As a marketer you will be working with a huge variety of different people and organisations.

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Chartered Institute Marketing (CIM)

(CIM) Professional Certificate in Marketing

Level 4


Entry requirements – 2 A Levels (plus passing thediagnostic test for Level 4), any general Bachelors or Mastersdegree, a CIM introductory certificate in marketing, an NVQ orSVQ Level 3 in Marketing, an NVQ or SQV Level 4 in anyother qualification. Business or marketing experience wouldbe an advantage but isn’t essential.

About the course – This course gives you the practical skillsand knowledge to devise and execute tactical marketingactivities and gain marketing credibility. This course is ideal forjunior marketers or if you want to work in marketing supportroles or if marketing plays some part in your current jobdescription. You will be expected to attend the college oneevening per week and you will also be required to workoutside of this time on modular assignments. The modulesstudied include; marketing essentials, assessing themarketing environment, marketing information and research

and stakeholder marketing. You will learn through workshops,lectures and tutorials.

Further progression – CIM Diploma in Marketing.

(CIM) Professional Diploma in Marketing

Level 6

Duration – 1 year part time, or 2 years over 1 evening per week.

Entry requirements – As a minimum, one of the followingqualifications, CIM Professional certificate in marketing, a nonmarketing degree or 3 years experience as a marketingpractitioner. Work experience will also be taken into account.

About the course – This course will prepare you withoperational marketing skills for a role in marketingmanagement. Employers will be expecting you to complete


Marketing Manager

Advertising and Sales Manager

Market Researcher

Brand/Product Manager

Careers in this industry include; Success Story…

Joanne Mellor

– CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing.

Joanne is now Marketing Director of Designer Dental

of Middlesbrough. Joanne joined the company in

2004 as a Customer Service Consultant from

Barclaycard where she was a team manager moving

into a marketing role in 2005. Joanne successfully

studied the CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing

at Darlington College which led her to winning

the New Marketer of the Year award at the

Northern Marketing Awards.


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this qualification and to be able to demonstrate skills such asplanning and balancing the needs and interests of allstakeholders. The qualification is a hybrid of marketing withconsiderable emphasis on management, as marketers movefrom specialist aspects of marketing into either a functional ordepartmental role. The focus shifts from theoretical conceptsof marketing to providing insights into the key aspects ofmanaging the marketing function. Also recognising variousdepartmental opportunities such as channel management,customers, new product development/innovation. You willstudy four modules over 1 year. Alternatively you can studytwo modules over 2 years. The modules covered are;marketing planning process, delivering customer valuethrough marketing, managing marketing and projectmanagement in marketing. You will complete assignments for two modules, a case based examination and a project for one module.

Further progression – CIM Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing.

(CIM) Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing

Level 7

Duration – 1 year part time for stage one and an additional 1year for stage two.

Entry requirements – CIM Professional Diploma inMarketing, a business or marketing Bachelors or Mastersdegree, or a range of experience working at senior marketingmanagement level and an entry level test at level 7.

About the course – This qualification is in two stages. It isdesigned to provide a greater awareness of the strategicfunction of marketing and to prepare people for seniormanagement positions.

Stage 1 – Comprises four units and is a completequalification. The aim of the course is to provide you with theknowledge and skills at a senior Marketing Manager level,giving you an insight into defining the organisations strategicfocus, developing marketing strategies and managingcorporate reputation.

Stage 2 – This is not compulsory, however this will result inachieving the award of the Chartered Postgraduate Diplomain Marketing. This qualification comprises a work basedproject, designed to develop the professional skills andcompetencies that you require to be successful to implementresearch and business projects. Part of the process is toevaluate the role of these skills in the project and the extentof achievement of the intended outcomes. This will enableyou to evaluate your own behavioural changes in order todevelop your skills for interaction at a higher level – forexample at a strategic and Board level. If you want to achievethis top level qualification you will need to hold theProfessional Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing and besuitable for MCIM status, which ensures you have asignificant amount of relevant management experience.

You will learn through workshops, lectures and tutorials. You will be assessed via case study examinations, workbased projects, work related assignments and article anddiscussion paper. Modules on the course include;

Stage 1 – Emerging themes, analysis and decision, marketingleadership and planning, managing corporate reputation.

Stage 2 – Phase 1 defining the project, phase 2 projectimplementation and assessment, self-review and futureprofessional development plan.

Further progression – After successful completion of this course it will allow you entry onto a higher level mastersdegree or a PhD in marketing.


Childcare, Health and Social CareThe childcare, health and social care industry is far-reaching and one which impacts on so many people’s lives. With an ever increasing number of opportunities arisingthroughout the industry. This is an exciting time to develop a career in this field. There are a range of courses designed to equip future employees with a set of valuable skills that are transferable to job roles, including response to individual needs and strongcommunication skills.

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Foundation Degrees

Foundation Degree in Early Years Sector Endorsed

Level 5


Entry requirements – You will need a minimum of two yearsexperience in an early years setting and a clear EnhancedCriminal Records Bureau Disclosure (CRB). You also need alevel 3 childcare qualification and the motivation anddetermination to study at an advanced level. You must beworking (paid or unpaid) in an appropriate early years settingand have professional access to children between the agesfrom birth to 8 years for the duration of your study.

About the course – This course is delivered at both ourDarlington and Catterick sites. This course is for individualsworking in childcare settings with children from birth to aged 8years. You will engage in reflecting on professional practice inorder to develop increased expertise when working with children.

You will need the support of a mentor for two days per weekwithin the workplace who will be willing to support yourprofessional development throughout the course and they willneed to verify competencies. Assessment is continuous andyou will be required to complete module assignments and aportfolio of evidence. You will be expected to attend collegeone day per week. Modules you will study include; policy inpractice, child development, pedagogy for early years,safeguarding children’s rights, enhancing learning in earlyyears and action research for early years. You will also berequired to produce a professional development portfolio of work.

Further progression – You can progress onto the final yearof the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree which canbe studied at the University of Teesside. You may alsoprogress in the workplace to an advanced practitioner.


Social Care Manager

Children’s Services Manager

Residential Care Worker

Youth Worker

Teaching and Early YearsPractitioner


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Foundation Degree in Working with Young People and Young People’s Services

Level 5


Entry requirements – You will need a level 3 qualification orequivalent. You must be employed or a volunteer in the sectorand have the support of the employer to attend the courseand be able to learn in the workplace.

About the course – This course will help you develop theskills and knowledge you need to work in an enhanced role ina range of settings. These may include; Connexions, careersguidance, youth and community work, education welfare,learning mentors and the voluntary sector. Some of the topicsyou will study include; how young people develop and theinfluences on their lives, how to build effective relationshipswith young people to support, develop and guide them, ethicaland legal considerations in working with your people, theprofessions and organisations who work with young peopleand ways of working with other professions and agencies in

a multi-agency way. There is also a work based learningmodule to be completed each year. You will be assessed in avariety of ways; task based assignments, research basedassignments, presentations and by leading seminars andworkshops. You will be expected to attend college one day per week. There is also a two weekend residential session each year.

Further progression – BA (Hons) Education Studies, BA (Hons) Working with Young People, university top-up degrees.

Success Story…

Michael Hunter

– Foundation Degree Early Years Sector Endorsed.

Michael wanted to change his career from catering to

childcare. Michael joined the course with only a Diploma

in Pre school Practice and with limited experience. After

graduating from the college, Michael went on to the

University of Teesside and achieved an Honours degree

in Childhood Studies. From working in a private day

care nursery, then becoming Room Supervisor at the

Childcare Centre at Catterick, he has recently

been appointed as Manager of a

Pre-School Nursery.


City and Guilds

City and Guilds Leadership and Management inCare Services (formerly known as Registered ManagersAward (Adult))

Level 4


Entry requirements – It is beneficial to have a NVQ level 3qualification in care or management, however you will bejudged on merit. You will need to be working in a supervisoryposition in a care setting and have responsibility or be able toacquire the responsibility for managing staff and finances.

About the course – On completing this course you will bequalified to take responsibility for the management ofresidential and/or care services which provide services forvulnerable adults. It is also relevant for you if you are workingin the domiciliary or day care sectors. This course meets therequirements of the Care Standards Act 2000. The courseincludes; promote the rights, responsibilities and diversity ofpeople, manage a service which promotes the best possibleoutcomes for people, manage the use of financial resources,manage the performance of teams and individuals, manageactivities, manage people and other resources, manageinformation, manage quality, attain assessment andverification skills. There are ten units which make up thisaward. Both your portfolio and work based practice will beassessed over the course. You will be expected to completeacademic assignments as part of your portfolio. You willattend college one day per week. By completing this courseyou will meet the management standard to take responsibilityfor the management of services for vulnerable adults.

Further progression – NVQ Level 5 in Management.

NVQ Level 4

NVQ Health and Social Care*

Level 4


Entry requirements – You should be working at a seniorlevel within the care sector with a degree of responsibility andautonomy in your role and be able to acquire the authority toact in order to complete some units.

About the course – This qualification will recognise yourcurrent achievement and build upon your knowledge base incare environments. This will also assist you in bridging thetheory/practice gap. There are two options within thisqualification – adults or children and young people. You willselect the option appropriate to your job role. The modules onthis course include; promoting the rights, responsibilities,equality and diversity of people, developing your knowledgeand practice, assessment of need and meeting clientrequirements, joint working, managing and developing teams,selecting personnel for requirements, managing financialresources, promoting the interest of client groups andcontribute to physical and emotional environments for groupcare. You will complete eight units over the year via portfolioassessment and naturalistic observations of practice by anassessor. You will be required to attend college one day per week.

Further progression – Upon completion of this course youwill be qualified to take supervisory responsibility within arange of care settings which provides services for vulnerable adults.

*This course is not an award of the University of Teesside.

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ComputingThe computing and IT industry is one of the fastest growing areas in today’s businessworld, incorporating a wide range of careers. Advances in new technology provide a wealthof opportunities for those who have the necessary skills and qualifications to respond toand harness new computing technologies.

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Foundation Degree in Computing (Networking)Level 5

Duration – 2 years full time or 3 years part time.

Entry requirements – An advanced level qualification orequivalent, other qualifications and work experience may alsobe taken into account. The overriding consideration of entryonto the course is whether you are likely to succeed on thecourse. Prior knowledge of networking is helpful but not essential.

About the course – This course is designed to equip youwith the specialist knowledge and higher-level skills that arevalued by employers in the area of computer networking. Youwill develop skills in current technologies to enhance yourcareer prospects and can also gain professional vendorqualifications from CISCO Systems Inc. The strong vocationalemphasis of the course means that you will gain relevantskills which are of direct benefit to employers throughextensive hands-on experience within the CISCO NetworkingAcademy laboratories at the college. You will gain a broadknowledge base in a wide area of computer based topics

which include; IT applications, professional studies, networksand systems administration, work based learning 1 and 2,introduction to routers, networking theory and concepts,professional studies, managing a Microsoft serverenvironment, advanced routers, principles of maintainingcomputer systems and wide area networks. All units of thiscourse are assessed and graded. To be awarded aFoundation Degree you must pass all twelve units. You will be expected to attend college two days a week.

Further progression – This course enables you to progressto the second year of the BSc (Hons) Computer Studies. Thiscourse can open a wide range of career opportunities in theIT industry. A key feature of this course is that it has beendesigned with employers to prepare you for a variety ofprofessional IT careers.

Networks Administrator

Network Designer

Network Professional

Network Technician

Specialised Network Help DeskAdministrator



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University Certificate in Professional Development (UCPD)

(UCPD) Information Technology

Level 4


Entry requirements – No specific qualification or experienceis required. However, if you have no experience of IT you willtake the ‘introduction to IT’ as a first stage module. You willthen progress onto topics such as; word processing, desktoppublishing and spreadsheet applications before taking moretechnical modules. The other modules include; creatingwebsites, database applications, desktop publishing, internetand web authoring, introduction to digital imaging 1 and 2,introduction to spreadsheets, multimedia 1, 2 and 3.

About the course – This course requires you to study threemodules from the eleven available. Each module is worth 10credits, a total of at least 30 credits are required for thecertificate. This course is offered as stand alone modules.

You can work towards the advanced certificate bysuccessfully completing another three modules. The creditscan be used towards a degree if you are wishing to progressonto a higher qualification. You will be assessed via in-courseassessments. To be awarded the UCPD, you must pass allthree modules. You will be expected to attend college oneevening per week.

Further progression – This course can be used to build intocertificates or diplomas in higher education if other modulesare undertaken.

Success Story…

Christopher Rodgers

– Foundation Degree in Computing (networking).

Christopher came to the college and studied the 2 year

Foundation Degree. Whilst on the course, Christopher gained

employment with RPMI LTD as a Network Analyst, a financial

company based in Darlington, where he is able to use the

skills achieved on the course for his job role. As part of

Christopher’s project on the course, he is working

with a department in the college.

ConstructionOnce you are working in the construction industry, there are plenty of opportunitiesavailable for developing your skills and knowledge. Your career path is likely to be variedand may well change as you begin to specialise.

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Higher National Certificate (HNC)

HNC Building Studies

Level 4


Entry requirements – National Diploma or Certificate inConstruction or equivalent. Alternatively if you don’t have thequalification, relevant work experience will be considered.

About the course – This course is suitable for many careerpaths within construction and allied professions. The HNC isuniversally accepted and is the recognised progression routeto Higher National Diplomas and undergraduate degreequalifications, but more importantly will advance your careerpotential. The course consists of six core units and fouradditional units which are studied over 2 years. Modulesinclude; design principles and application, analytical methods,health, safety and welfare, science and materials, groupproject, management principles and application, technology a,refurbishment and adaption, technology b and site surveyingprocedures. You will be assessed in a range of ways

including; coursework, assignments, exams, phase tests and group presentations that are planned throughout theacademic year. You will be expected to attend college one day per week.

Further progression – This course can lead onto a degree,for example BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering and/or CIOBcourse. Full time or part time usual entry on to the secondyear – depending on the university requirements.

Architect

Architectural Technologist

Construction Management

Site Manager

Project Manager

Quantity Surveyor


Success Story…Jaime Taylor– HNC Construction. Jaime is a mature student who successfully

completed a National Certificate in Construction

and an HNC in Building Studies which she

passed with distinctions. Jaime now works as

an architect for P and HS Architects

in Stokesley.


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Chartered Institute Of Building (CIOB)

(CIOB) Certificate in Site Management and

(CIOB) Diploma in Site Management

Level 4

Duration – 1-5 years part time for each course.

Entry requirements

Certificate in Site Management

You must have at least two years experience on site abovethe level of fore person, with some general responsibility.

Diploma in Site Management

The Certificate in Site Management is required for this course, as well as two years experience in site supervision.

About the courses – These courses are nationallyrecognised qualifications and will also contribute to theprovision of underpinning knowledge for NVQ level 4 in SiteManagement. The certificate and diploma each comprises ofseven units. The units include; industry and management,

project planning, organising resources, project monitoring andcontrol, managing quality of site work, managing subcontractors, health and safety, site surveying and levelling,computing, managing people, developing people, improvingmanagerial skills, contractual and legal responsibilities,estimating and measuring work, maintenance managementand services management. All the assessments are set andassessed by the CIOB and the college. You will be expectedto attend college on a day and evening release basis.

Further progression – The certificate will can lead you ontothe CIOB Site Management Diploma. The diploma can leadyou onto the experienced practitioner route and membershipexams at level 5. The diploma may provide eligibility to ACIOBstatus, subject to experience.

EngineeringEngineering allows you to put your creativity to the test every day. It offers you intellectualand technical challenge. There is ample opportunity for rapid advancement to top jobs forthose with the ability, ambition and drive to succeed.

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Foundation Degrees

Foundation Degree in Engineering Design Mechanical

Level 5

Duration – 1-3 years part time depending on entry level and experience.

Entry requirements – First year entry requires anappropriate National Certificate or Diploma qualification. A levels or substantial work experience for mature students.

Second year entry requires an appropriate Higher NationalCertificate or equivalent.

About the course – This course is designed for peopleworking in a mechanical design environment as techniciansand engineers who are seeking to enhance their careerprospects and progress on to an Honours degree course. The course includes formal lectures but also focuses onstudent experiential learning in the workplace and utilises thisexperience in assessment. The course content and structureare designed in conjunction with a number of locally situatedmulti-national companies to ensure relevance and up to dateequivalence with industry. Modules include; mechanicalprinciples, mechatronics design and manufacturing.

Further progression – Top up degree at the University of Teesside.

Foundation Degree in Engineering Design Electronics

Level 5

Duration – 1-3 years part time depending on entry level and experience.

Entry requirements – First year entry requires anappropriate National Certificate or Diploma qualification. A levels or substantial work experience for mature students.

Second year entry requires an appropriate Higher NationalCertificate or equivalent.

About the course – This course is designed for peopleworking in an electrical design environment as techniciansand engineers who are seeking to enhance their careerprospects and progress on to an Honours degree course. Thecourse includes formal lectures but also focuses on studentexperiential learning in the workplace and utilises thisexperience in assessment. The course content and structureare designed in conjunction with a number of locally situatedmulti-national companies to ensure relevance and up to dateequivalence with industry. Modules include; electricalengineering, electronics and control, maths for electricalengineers, design.

Further progression – BEng (Hons) Electrical and ElectronicEngineering or BEng (Hons) Instrumentation and Control.


Maintenance Technician

Design Engineer

Engineering Manager

Project Manager

Electrical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer


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Higher National Certificate (HNC)

HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Level 4


Entry requirements – National Certificate or Diploma inengineering or A level in mathematics or science. Applicants withrelevant engineering work experience will also be considered.Entry is also available for mature learners who have achievedEngineering City and Guilds Part 3 qualifications.

About the course – This course combines theory and practicalwith the focus being on industrial applications. Modules include;business management techniques, engineering science,analytical methods for engineers, engineering design project,electrical and electronic principles. The course also includesspecialist units chosen to cover a range of disciplines whichinclude; programmable logic controllers, electronics, analogueand digital devices and circuits, utilisation of electrical energy andmicroprocessors. The course is delivered using a combination ofpractical sessions, lectures and tutorials. To complete the HNCyou are required to study ten units. You will be required to attendcollege one day per week and you will be assessed via a rangeof integrated assignments, case studies, projects and tests thatare planned throughout the year.

Further progression – Foundation Degree, full time or part time

Honours degree, (depending on the university there may be anopportunity to gain entry on to the second year).

HNC Manufacturing Engineering

Level 4


Entry requirements – National Certificate or Diploma inengineering or an A level in mathematics or science. Applicantswith relevant engineering work experience will also beconsidered. Entry is also available for mature learners who haveachieved Engineering City and Guilds Part 3 qualifications.

About the course – This course will provide you with the skillsand knowledge required for careers as technicians in this field ofengineering. Modules include; business management techniques,engineering science, analytical methods for engineers,engineering design project, planning and scheduling principles.Plus specialist units chosen to cover a range of disciplines whichinclude; manufacturing processes, materials engineering,CAD/CAM and advanced manufacturing technologies. You will beexpected to attend college one day per week and you will beassessed via a range of integrated assignments, case studies,projects and tests that are planned throughout the year.

Further progression – Foundation Degree, full time or part timedegree, (depending on the university there may be an opportunityto gain entry on to the second year).

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HNC Mechanical Engineering

Level 4


Entry requirements – National Certificate or Diploma inengineering or an A level in mathematics or science. Applicants with relevant engineering work experience will also beconsidered. Entry is also available for mature learners who haveachieved Engineering City and Guilds Part 3 qualifications.

About the course – This course provides you with the skills andknowledge required as a technician in mechanicaldesign/development engineering. Modules include; businessmanagement techniques, engineering science, analyticalmethods for engineers, engineering design project, mechanicalprinciples. Plus, specialist units chosen to cover a range ofdisciplines which include; manufacturing processes, materialsengineering, CAD/CAM and advanced CAD. You will be expectedto attend college one day per week and you will be assessed viaa range of integrated assignments, case studies, projects andtests that are planned throughout the year.


HNC Mechatronics

Level 4


Entry requirements – National Certificate or Diploma inengineering or an A level in mathematics or science. Applicants with relevant engineering work experience will also beconsidered. Entry is also available for mature learners who have achieved Engineering City and Guilds Part 3 qualifications.

About the course – This course is the study of engineeringsystems in which the technologies of mechanical equipmentdesign and electronic controls come together. This forms a crucialpart in design, manufacture and maintenance of a wide range ofmodern engineering products and processes. An interdisciplinaryand integrated approach to engineering by engineers andtechnicians is therefore required. Topics include; businessmanagement techniques, engineering science, analyticalmethods for engineers, engineering design project, mechatronicsystems principles, utilisation of electrical energy, programmablelogic controllers, applications of pneumatics and hydraulics. Youwill be expected to attend college one day per week and you willbe assessed via a range of integrated assignments, case studies,projects and tests that are planned throughout the year.


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Hospitality and Catering

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Foundation Degrees

Foundation Degree in Culinary Arts and Management

Level 5


Entry requirements - Appropriate level 3 qualification, 2 ALevels at passes, BTEC National Diploma or an AdvancedVocational Certificate of Education. You must be in working inthe relevant industry and have the support of your employer.If you do not currently work in the industry but have therelevant experience and want to apply, this will be taken into account.

About the course – This qualification specialises in kitchenpractice, developing a high expertise in craft and managementskills. The aim of the course is to equip you with theknowledge and skills to help you develop your career throughstudying the following modules; food and beverageoperations, advanced kitchen and larder, advanced patisserieand confectionery, gastronomy, financial management, food

safety, human resources, entrepreneurial skills. You will beassessed through assignments, reports, practical work andportfolios. You will be expected to attend college one day perweek, with extra study in the workplace.

Further progression – BA (Hons) Hospitality Management(Top-up Award).

Foundation Degree in Hospitality Management

Level 5


Entry requirements – Appropriate level 3 qualification, or 2 ALevels at passes, or BTEC National Diploma or an AdvancedVocational Certificate of Education. You must be working in arelevant industry and have the support of your employer. If youdo not currently work in the industry but have the relevantexperience and want to apply, this will be taken into account.

About the course – This course is a general hospitalitymanagement qualification. The aim of the course is to equip youwith the knowledge and skills to help you develop your career in

Restaurant Manager

Catering Manager

Event Organiser

Hotel Manager

Public House Manager

Hospitality Management Culinary Arts and Management

Executive Head Chef

Food and Beverage Manager

Restaurant Proprietor

Hotel Manager

Contract Caterer

Food Product Developer


The hospitality and catering sector provides unparalleled opportunities if you have theenthusiasm and drive to develop and prosper in a dynamic industry.


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hospitality management at the highest level. The course includesmodules on; food and beverage operations, accommodationmanagement, on-licensed trade management, marketing,conference and event management, financial management, foodsafety, human resources and entrepreneurial skills. You will beassessed through a variety of methods, such as assignments,reports, examinations and portfolios. You will be expected toattend college one day per week, but you will also be studying inthe workplace. You will develop a combination of technical skills,academic knowledge and research, with the emphasis being ontransferable work based learning skills.Further progression – BA (Hons) Hospitality Management(Top-up Award).

Degrees

BA (Hons) Hospitality Management (Top-up Award)

Level 6


Entry requirements – Foundation Degree or HND in a relevant subject.

About the course – You will build on your knowledge and skillsgained from your HND or Foundation degree qualifications,enabling you to top up your qualifications to the BA (hons)degree. Modules include; service operations management, strategic and managing change, monitoringand managing businessperformance, training and CPD for hospitality staff, researchmethods and a dissertation. Your assessment on the course will be through assignments,reports, examinations and portfoliobased work. You will be expected to attend college one day per week.

Further progression – Masters degree.

Success Story…

Samantha Blewitt

– BA (Hons) Hospitality Management (Top-up Award).

Samantha came to the college and studied NVQ

Level 1 Food Preparation and Cooking, moved onto

NVQ Food and Drink Service Level 2 and then NVQ

Level 3 Supervisory. Samantha continued her studies

achieving a Foundation Degree in Hospitality

Management and is now in her second year of

a top up to the BA (Hons) which she is on track to

achieve. Samantha works as a Restaurant

Manager at the prestigious Headlam Hall

Hotel in Gainford.

JournalismWorking in journalism can be a tremendously rewardingjob but you have to work hard to reap the benefits.Journalism appeals to such a wide audience and withpublications available for every industry and topic youcan think of, you would be forgiven for thinking it wasan easy industry to get into.

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Foundation Degree in JournalismAn award of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 5

Duration – 2 years full time.

Entry requirements – You will need a level 3 qualificationwhether it be an NVQ, BTEC award or an A Level.Alternatively appropriate training through work. Also if youhave 80 UCAS points you can apply.

About the course – This course runs in partnership with theUniversity of Teesside. This course explores the subject ofjournalism in its widest form with the professional needs ofthe media in mind. It addresses the practice of print,broadcast and new media journalism. A clear emphasis isalso placed on developing your skills which will be needed in the workplace. You will also get a combination of both practice and theory, using live briefs and liaison with the industry.

Further progression – BA (Hons) Journalism and News Practice (Top-up Award). Alternatively the NCTJ Journalism.

NCTJ Pre-Entry JournalismLevel 4

Duration – 20-24 weeks full time.

Entry requirements – 2 A Levels or equivalent, plus 5 GCSEsat Grade C including English and mathematics.

About the course – You will be required to sit a two hourassessment before you are accepted on the course. Thiscourse is the industry gold standard qualification for entry intonewspaper journalism. This qualification will help you becomea reporter with a local weekly or daily newspaper. The collegehas a regional, national and international reputation for trainingjournalists. The modules you will study are; practical journalism,media law, public affairs, shorthand, news video production andonline journalism. You will be expected to be in college fourdays a week with the Fridays being used for work experience,directed study and research. During the course you will sitnational examinations in journalism, media law and publicaffairs. These exams are set externally and are moderated bythe NCTJ. You must also achieve 100wpm in shorthand andyou will be required to produce a portfolio of work which will beassessed by the NCTJ.

Further progression – This qualification is the first steptowards a professional qualification – NCE – which is achievedafter one year or eighteen months working in the industry.

Success Story…Christopher Hole– NCTJ Journalism. Christopher achieved excellent results in rigorous

Media Law, Public Affairs, News Writing and shorthand

exams. Christopher secured employment at the

Evening Gazette in Middlesbrough, having proved

his enthusiasm and ability for the post of Junior

Reporter whilst carrying out work experience

with the newspaper.

Broadcast Reporter

Print Reporter

Public Relations

Media Research

Careers in the industry include;

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Teaching and LearningWorking in education offers a range of exciting career opportunities. You may want to teachin further education or adult education environments, or perhaps working in prisons as atutor or develop a career as a trainer.

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City and Guilds 7304 Certificate in Teaching in theLifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) Level 4

Duration – PTLLS and CTLLS – 1 year part time, or CTLLS – 22 weeks.

Entry requirements – You should be qualified or experiencedin the subject you intend to teach. You should have access to30 hours teaching practice and possess reasonable levels oflanguage, literacy and numeracy.

About the course – The nature of both the learning andassessment requirements for the qualification is such that youshould have the ability to read and interpret written tasks in alegible and understandable form. You will also need to beable to organise written information clearly and coherently.The course includes; adopt an integrated approach to thetheory and practice of teaching, reflect on your ownprevious/current levels of experience, practice and skills andareas for development, identify principles of learning,teaching, assessment and evaluation, develop confidence,

communication and interpersonal skills and develop anawareness of their professional role and responsibilities. You will be required to choose three mandatory units and one optional unit. You will be required to completeassignments.

Further progression – Certificate in Education andPostgraduate Certificate in Education (PCET) if you are in a full teaching role.

Teacher in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Assessor

Internal Verifier

Training and Development Officer

TESOL Tutor

Learning and Support


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Pre-Service Certificate in Education/ProfessionalGraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) An award of the University of Huddersfield delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 5

Duration – 1 year full time.

Entry requirements – If you are applying for the ProfessionalGraduate Certificate in Education then you should hold a UKdegree or equivalent related to your specialist area as well asrelevant work experience. If you are applying for theCertificate in Education then you should have a HNC, CGLIAdvanced, NVQ level 3 or 4 or a professional qualification andsignificant work experience in the area you wish to teach. Inaddition you need a GCSE or equivalent (grades A-C) inEnglish and maths. You will also need to have a CRB andhealth check to ensure that you are suitable for the course.

About the course – This course prepares you to achieve theCertificate or Professional Graduate Certificate in Education

(Post Compulsory Education and Training). This is a full timepre-service teacher training course which leads toprofessional qualification for teaching in further, higher andadult education and training. This course provides qualifiedteacher learning and skills (QTLS) status. Most of this courseis focused on the experience of practical training. During thecourse you will undertake project work, such as developingnew course materials. Academic work includes; analysingcolleges and training institutions as organisations and criticallyexamining marketing, enterprise and quality issues.

Further progression – You may wish to continue to theadvanced diploma/BA (Hons) in Further Education and Training.

Success Story…

Helen Whittaker

Pre-Service Cert Ed/PGCE –

University of Huddersfield.

Helen became a trainee tutor while studying on the

course. She did her work placement at the college

and has now gained full time employment as

a Catering Functions Manager.


In-Service Certificate in Education Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)An award of the University of Huddersfield delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 5


Entry requirements – For the Professional GraduateCertificate, you will need a degree in your specialist subjectand GCSE or equivalent at grades A-C in English and maths.For the Certificate you need NVQ level 3 or 4 and GCSE orequivalent at grades A-C in English and maths. You also need at least 150 paid teaching hours over the period of the course.

About the course – This is an in-service course for full timeor part time lecturers, teachers and trainers. The courseprovides Qualified Teacher Learning Skills (QTLS) status forthose teaching in appropriate contexts. This course includesthe PTLLs initial teaching award. This course is delivered viastructured modules which are based on different aspects of a teachers work such as; designing learning materials,assessing students and evaluating learning and teaching. You will be assessed continuously throughout the course and a portfolio of material is needed for each module.

Further progression – You may wish to study on theAdvanced Diploma/BA (Hons) in Further Education and Training.

Certificate and Professional Graduate Certificatein Post Compulsory Education and TrainingAn award of the University of Sunderland delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 5 and 6


Entry requirements – For the Professional GraduateCertificate you will require a degree in your specialisedsubject, for the Certificate, you will need a professionalqualification at level 3 or equivalent. There is a minimum of20 hours teaching practice for Stage 1, 40 hours teachingpractice for Stage 2 and 90 hours for Stage 3. You must havea level 2 literacy and numeracy or equivalent.

About the course – This is a recognised qualification for thepost-14 Lifelong Learning Sector in the UK. The course willdevelop your knowledge and practical skills in designing andassessing post-compulsory learning programmes. It will alsoenable you to apply theories of learning and investigate policydevelopments in the sector. Throughout the course you arerequired to advance your practical teaching and professionaldevelopment. You will be assessed continuously throughoutthe course including teaching practice observations.

Further progression – You may wish to progress to the Advanced Diploma/BA (Hons) in Further Education and Training.

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BA (Hons) Education and Training/Diploma inProfessional Learning and Development An award of the University of Sunderland delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 4

Duration – 1 year part time for the diploma and a further yearfor the degree.

Entry requirements – You need to have a Certificate inEducation or a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, or equivalent.

About the course – This course is for you if you teach ortrain in the post-compulsory sector and already have a cert edor PGCE or equivalent and you are wishing to study for adegree related to key issues and real life experience of yourown practice. You will study the following modules; issues inpost compulsory education, issues in professional learningand development, research methods and critical enquiry. Ifyou are studying for the diploma you will learn by attending athree hour class per week at the college. In the final year youwill be required to attend classes at the University ofSunderland. You will also need to commit approximately eighthours of home study a week. Each module has a writtenassignment, although sometimes this may be accompanied bya presentation, poster display or seminar paper. The final yearcomprises of three modules with the option of a dissertationto achieve honours.

Further progression – Masters degree.

Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages(TESOL)Level 4


Entry requirements – You need to have native speakercompetence in English and a degree or 2 A Levels in anappropriate subject. The tutor will discuss your qualificationsbefore completing an application.

About the course – This course prepares you for the TrinityCollege London Certificate in TESOL which is the first levelqualification for working in this profession. In addition toattending the college you will need to be observed and teachin ESOL classes during the day. You will also need to dosome home study which will be approximately 8-10 hours aweek. The modules include; awareness of the Englishlanguage and its phonology, teaching and learning strategies,a foreign language (new to you), ESOL materials andteaching practice. You will need to complete all requirementsfor this course and you will be interviewed by your moderatorat the end of the course. The major component is assessedteaching practice, assignments include; learning an unknownforeign language (new to you), profile of a learner, languageawareness and phonology quiz and evaluation of materials.

Further progression – This qualifies you to work in TESOLin this country or abroad. After two years of full timeexperience you may wish to progress to a Trinity Collegelicentiate diploma course.

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UCCE Personal Skills in English (Literacy)UCCE Personal Skills in Mathematics (Numeracy)An award of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level HE Level 1

Duration – 10 weeks part time.

Entry requirements – Evidence of achievement at level 2 in English and mathematics.

About the course – This course has been developed as anaccess module if you are wishing to study the UCPD inTeaching English (literacy) or mathematics (numeracy) in thelifelong learning sector, but you do not meet the national entryrequirements in your personal literacy or numeracy skills. This course will enable you to develop particular skills inEnglish such as speaking and listening, reading and writing,and for maths number, geometry, algebra and statistics. On successful completion you will gain a module of 10 credits at HE level 1.

Further progression – UCPD subject specialist.

University Certificate in Professional Development (UCPD)An award of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Teaching English (Literacy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Level HE Level 2

Duration – 8 months part time.

Entry requirements

Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the LifelongLearning Sector

Evidence of achievement at level 2 in English and level 3 inmathematics, certificate in education or equivalent, an initialdiagnostic test must be taken prior to acceptance on thecourse and you must have 75 hours teaching practice agreedand acknowledged in the application form by a teachingpractice provider or employer.

Teaching English (Literacy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Evidence of achievement at level 2 in mathematics and level3 in English, certificate in education or equivalent, an initialdiagnostic test must be taken prior to acceptance on thecourse and you must have 75 hours teaching practice agreedand acknowledged in the application form by a teachingpractice provider or employer.

About these courses – If you are a qualified teacher workingin the post-compulsory sector (further and adult education), itprovides you with the opportunity to continue yourprofessional development as a teacher of adultnumeracy/literacy. The course has been endorsed by theStandards Verification UK (SVUK) as meeting level 5 subjectspecifications for teachers of adult numeracy/literacy. It is amandatory professional requirement for all adultnumeracy/literacy teachers involved in the delivery of coursesand qualifications from entry level to level 2 (including GCSEmaths and English). You will continue to develop your ownnumeracy/literacy knowledge and understanding, as well asstudying methods of teaching mathematics or English skills,barriers to learning and research on current developments.

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City and Guilds

City and Guilds V1 Verifiers Award

Level 4


Entry requirements – You must have the following; D32 and D33 or A1 and your role includes; evaluating the internal assessment process, monitoring and reviewinginternal assessment audit systems and carrying out externalquality assurance requirements. If you would like to becomean NVQ trainee internal verifier you must be registered withan assessment centre and have appropriate quality assurance experience.

About the course – This V1 award replaces the D34 and itqualifies you to work as an internal verifier within yourvocational area. You should be able to fully achieve thefollowing modules; operate and evaluate internal assessmentand quality assurance systems, support assessors, monitorthe quality of assessor performance and meet external qualityassurance requirements. You can work at your own pace. Youwill need to access in total 7 hours of tutorial support and afurther 2 hours for assessment and verification of yourcompleted portfolio. You will need to spend about 40 hoursassembling your portfolio. A wide variety of assessmentmethods are used including professional discussions, writtenquestions, natural observation and product evidence. You willbe required to keep in contact with your primary assessor.

City and Guilds Learning and Development

Level 4

Duration – Flexible.

Entry requirements – You must be in a teacher/trainer roleand to be able to produce evidence and written assignments.

About the course – This course will satisfy the Governmentdesire to have all teachers in the Learning and Skills Sector tohold a suitable teaching qualification. This course includes;contribute to the learning within the organisation, evaluate anddevelop own practice, design learning programmes, agreelearning programmes with learners, manage the contributionof other people to the learning process, create a climate thatpromotes learning, evaluate and improve learning anddevelopment programmes either at level 2 or 3, identify thelearning and development needs of the organisation, identifyindividual learning aims and programmes. Then, four optionalunits from the following; prepare and develop resources tosupport learning, enable group learning, support learners bymentoring in the workplace, support and advise individuallearners, monitor and review progress with learners, respondto changes in learning and development, provide learning anddevelopment in international settings, plan how to providebasic skills in the workplace, introduce training for basic skillsin the workplace, assess candidates using a range ofmethods, assess candidates’ performance throughobservation, or conduct internal quality assurance of theassessment process.

Further progression – Teacher training. This course is amixture of workshops, assessments and portfolio building.

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Getting a Headstart – Preparing for HigherEducation and EmployabilityAn award of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Darlington College.

Level 4 – University of Teesside 20 credit module.


Entry requirements – Level 2 or above. Also if you areinterested in developing your academic learning skills and ifyou are interested in progressing to HE courses or to prepareyourself for work.

About the course – This course will prepare you in applyingfor employment and for working in the Higher Educationenvironment. It gives you an opportunity to develop a varietyof communication, writing, critical thinking and research skillsin order to enable you to better meet the requirements forstudy and employability. This provides an opportunity if youhave a vocational background or a non-traditional educationalbackgrounds it allows you to demonstrate your ability toundertake study at a higher level, as well as prepare you for applying for employment. You will learn through workshops and taught elements.

Further progression – You will be able to study a range ofcourses at the University of Teesside, as well as using thequalification to help support you in applying to other collegesand universities.

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