Borders College HNC/HND Courses

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

Higher Education at Borders College BORDERS COLLEGE OFFERS A RANGE OF HIGHER NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Page • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

HNC Administration and Information Technology HND Business HNC Care and Administrative Practice HNC Childhood Practice HND Coaching and Developing Sport HNC Counselling HNC Electrical Engineering HNC Fashion Make-Up HNC Gamekeeping with Wildlife Management HND Graphic Design HNC Hairdressing HNC Interactive Media HNC Social Services HNC Social Services/HNC Childhood Practice

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There are a variety of progression routes available from HNC/D to degree courses at Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot-Watt University and Queen Margaret University.

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

Higher National Qualifications Higher National Certificates (HNCs) and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) are SQA qualifications that provide both the practical skills you need to do a job and the theoretical knowledge your employer will expect you to have. They also help develop advanced study skills and the generic core skills necessary to progress to University. Some HNCs allow direct entry into the second year of a degree qualification and some HNDs allow direct entry into the third year. All the courses are made up of Higher National Unit credits (one credit represents roughly 40 hours of timetabled learning). • HNCs are made up of 12 credits and usually take one year to complete • HNDs are made up of 30 credits (normally 15 credits per year) and usually take two years to complete Candidates must achieve all of the required units in order to be certificated for the Group Award; however, the units are certificated in their own right, therefore, if you do not achieve the Group Award you will still be certificated for the units. Possessing an HNC or HND can also give you entry to a number of professional bodies. So whether you want to go straight into a job, or continue your studies, getting a Higher National qualification is a good place to start. Higher National qualifications are at SCQF Levels 7 & 8. Full details of the extensive articulation routes which Borders College has in place with various partner universities are available from the Student Advice Centre T: 01896 662556. Borders College holds an annual Graduation Ceremony. This is a celebration of our students’ success and takes place in September, when our Graduates receive their ceremonial certificates in front of proud family and friends.

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

The Benefits of Studying at Borders College

• It gives you the opportunity to study in stages and gain qualifications recognised by employers. • Universities welcome applications from college students, appreciating the breadth of experience and commitment to learning gained. • Real life work experience is built into our courses. • We can support you through the articulation process. • Some HNCs allow you direct entry into the second year of a degree programme, and some HNDs allow direct entry to third year. • You can enjoy studying in an adult environment whilst living and studying locally, with first class learning support and advice. • Studying at Borders College allows you to build your confidence for moving forward either into employment or progressing to a university course. • It can be a financially attractive option. 5

HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

A Stepping Stone to University Borders College can offer a range of Higher National Qualifications that may allow you direct entry to degree programmes. They can also provide you with knowledge and understanding that can be transferred to other qualifications. On completing an HNC or an HND, you can often go straight into the second or third year of a degree (Advanced Entry). Universities welcome applications from college students appreciating the breadth of experience and commitment to learning gained in a particular area. ADVANCED ENTRY TO UNIVERSITY:

STANDARD ENTRY TO UNIVERSITY:

Year 4 of a degree

Year 4 of a degree

Year 3 of a degree

Year 3 of a degree

HND

Year 2 of a degree

HND

Year 2 of a degree

HNC

Year 1 of a degree

HNC

Year 1 of a degree

College route

University route

College route

University route

Higher

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Intermediate 2

Intermediate 2

For more information on agreed articulation routes please visit: http://www.borderscollege.ac.uk/future-students/progression-opportunities/

Important Notice: Borders College promote known progression routes to other colleges and universities. Students who wish to pursue a progression opportunity should first clarify the latest entry requirements for that organisation before committing to any course of study with us. In addition, a university may change the entry requirements for advanced entry during the delivery of your chosen course and the College may not be able to change that course content within the recruitment timeframe. Borders College has no control over entry requirements or any changes to entry requirements for courses at other colleges or universities. 6

HNC/HND Courses at Borders College ARTICULATION HN Articulation means using a Higher National Qualification (HNC/HND) to progress on to study a degree programme. Borders College has formal articulation agreements with many universities; these are highlighted on the progression routes for each HN subject. For further information and advice on your articulation options, please contact the Borders College Advice Centre and arrange an appointment with the Student Support Advisor T: 01896 662556. SAAS FUNDING Your entitlement to financial support will depend on your individual circumstances, the level of the course you wish to take and the support you currently receive or have had in the past. For more information visit www.saas.gov.uk. Advisors in the Student Advice Centre are also able to help with Higher Education funding enquiries. The Student Advice Centre is located in the main foyer of the Scottish Borders Campus, Galashiels Tel: 01896 662516 Email: [email protected] UCAS Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is the organisation through which you apply for almost all undergraduate courses at UK universities. The application allows you to apply for up to five university courses, using only one application. In all cases, to apply for a university place, whether Borders College has an agreement or not, you are required to apply through UCAS by the deadline set by them. It is better to apply as early as possible. Support and advice when filling out your UCAS application will be available for Borders College students. You can discuss your future plans with your course tutor or pop into the Student Advice Centre to arrange an appointment with a Student Support Advisor.

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HNC Administration and Information Technology SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course* 2 to 2.5 days per week in College 1 day per week on work placement Entry Requirements: 2 relevant Highers at grade C or above plus Communications at SCQF level 6 or equivalent, or successful completion of a relevant NC programme, including Communications at SCQF level 6 or equivalent. Applicants with other formal academic qualifications and/or relevant employment experience will be considered on an individual basis. Subject to successful interview and 2 satisfactory references. Course Content: This course has been designed to enable students to embrace the administrative challenges in a business environment. Core subjects studied at Higher National Certificate level include Office Administration, Office Technologies, IT in Business (Spreadsheets, Databases, Word Processing and Presentations), Personal Development Planning, Communications and Recording Financial Transactions. Through undertaking a work experience placement, students have the opportunity to consolidate new skills and knowledge developed throughout their course. Progression Opportunities: Successful completion of the HNC Administration and Information Technology may allow students to progress to a range of degree programmes. Students may wish to progress to employment within a business environment at administrator or supervisory level. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority) * This course is also offered on a part-time basis (one evening per week over two years) for students of employed status

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HND Business SCQF Levels 7 and 8 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 72 week course over 2 academic years 2 to 2.5 days per week in College 1 day per week on work placement Entry Requirements: 2 relevant Highers at grade C or above plus Communications at SCQF level 6 or equivalent. Applicants with other formal academic qualifications and/or relevant employment experience will be considered on an individual basis. Subject to successful interview and 2 satisfactory references. These requirements may be subject to change. Course Content: This course has been designed to prepare students for possible progression to a Business degree course at University, and ultimately for a career in Business Administration and Management, enabling students to embrace the challenges presented in a business environment. Progression Opportunities: Successful completion of Year 1 allows students to progress to HND Business Year 2 at Scottish Borders Campus. Successful completion of Year 2 may allow students to progress to a range of degree programmes at University, or on to employment within a business environment at administrator or supervisory level. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Care and Administrative Practice SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 3 days per week in College for a total of 18 weeks Block release work placements totalling 18 weeks Entry Requirements: Preference is given to those with 2 Higher passes, including Biology or Human Biology. Potential candidates must have passes in Literacy or Communications at Level 6. Candidates who have successfully completed Health Care at Higher or the Access to Nursing programme are eligible to apply. Candidates must have good physical and mental health, with reasonable fitness. A medical examination will be required as well as completion of a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) form and an interview. Course Content: This HNC provides the first year of Nursing training and/or can be seen as a standalone qualification that offers a range of possible progression routes to degrees or education for Professions Allied to Medicine. The subject areas include Physiology for Care Professions, Principles of Professional Practice, Safe Working Practice for Care and Hospital Patient Administration. Progression Opportunities: Successful students may apply to enter into the 2nd year of a Nursing Diploma at Edinburgh Napier University and Queen Margaret University. The HNC provides for a wide range of possible progression routes to degrees in Dietetics, Physiotherapy or Social Sciences. Students may opt to apply for a job in Health Care with a recognised qualification. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Childhood Practice SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 days per week in College 2 days per week on placement Part-time – 1 evening per week for 2 years, term time only Entry Requirements: Students who successfully complete the Scottish Group Award in Higher Childcare Development, or an NC Early Education and Childcare or SVQ 2 in Early Years subjects. Alternatively applicants who possess 2 Highers at grade C or above, one of which should preferably be English, will also be considered. Potential candidates must have passed Literacy or Communications at SCQF Level 6. Applicants may be required to complete a preparatory course as a condition of being placed on this course. It would be desirable for applicants to have an awareness of the current curricula delivered in education and/or knowledge of child development. Students will also be required to complete a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) form. Course Content: The course Leadership Starts with Me, Care in a Contemporary Society, Health, Wellbeing and Safeguarding, and Play, Learning and Development. Students carry out a substantial part of this course in an actual childcare setting. Work placement is necessary to complete the full award. Progression Opportunities: Successful completion of the Childhood Practice HNC may enable students to apply for undergraduate programmes in Primary Teaching or a BA in Childhood Studies. The PDA Childhood Practice is also offered as a possible progression route. There are career opportunities as Nursery Nurse and Play Leader. The qualification allows registration with the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) as an Early Years Practitioner. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

HND Coaching and Developing Sport HNC at SCQF Level 7, HND at SCQF Level 8 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 72 week course (over 2 academic years) 2 to 2.5 days per week in College 1 day per week on work placement (for 12 to 16 week period) Entry Requirements: HNC: Applicants must have a proven interest in sport. 2 Highers, preferably in English and Physical Education, or Level 3 Diploma in Sport. Candidates without any formal academic qualifications may be considered at interview. HND: HNC Coaching and Developing Sport (15 credits). Selection will be subject to satisfactory interview and positive references. Course Content: The HNC covers uints such as Anatomy & Physiology, Fitness Testing, Coaching Children, along with sport related research projects. The HND covers units such as Sports Development and Research, Psychology, Fitness Testing, Managing a Sports Event, Coaching for Sports Performance, Sports Mechanics and Fitness Conditioning in Sport. Progression Opportunities: Students may apply for advanced entry to the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science course at Edinburgh Napier University. However, some students may wish to go directly into employment or start their own business. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Counselling SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Part-time 72 weeks (2 academic years) 1 evening per week in College plus monthly attendance at Saturday workshop Entry Requirements: Students should have completed the COSCA Counselling Skills award or equivalent. Students will be selected through individual interview and positive references. Course Content: The award includes 12 Higher National credits. Students will study a wide range of counselling theorists from the cognitive and behavioural, humanistic and psychodynamic viewpoints. Students will also cover the counselling process based on Egan’s 3 stage Integrative Approach plus optional units including Personal Development and a Graded Unit. Progression Opportunities: Students will be able to use the skills within a relevant workplace e.g. social care/ social work/health/early years/education/police/human resources etc. Students may be able to apply to Higher Education establishments to study Counselling. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Electrical Engineering SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 days per week in College 1 day per week on work placement Entry Requirements: NC in Electrical Engineering, or 2 Higher qualifications at Grade C or above, one of which must be in Mathematics, Physics or Technical Studies. A satisfactory interview and 2 positive references. Course Content: The course is designed for people interested in an Electrical Engineering career and contains a range of SQA Higher National Units that will develop understanding in: Electricity Power Systems, Electrical Machine Principles, Power Electronics, Electrical Safety, DC and AC Principles, Application of Electrical and Electronic Instruments, Application of Programmable Logic Controllers and Three Phase systems. Core Skills include Mathematics: Technician 1, Communications and Applying Information Technology. Progression Opportunities: The course will give students a sound foundation in engineering and could lead to employment in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Electrical Installation sectors. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Fashion Make-Up SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 days per week in College 1 day per week on placement Entry Requirements: Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 2 in Beauty Therapy with Communications and Information Technology at SCQF Level 6 and have relevant industrial experience. Or, applicants should hold an NVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy or Hairdressing or an equivalent qualification at SCQF Level 6. Candidates with no formal beauty therapy or hairdressing awards require 2 Highers, one being in English. Course Content: You will study a variety of units, including Make-Up Artistry, Fashion and Photographic Make-Up, Customer Care, Commercial and Catwalk Techniques, as well as Basic Make-Up, Skin Care and Eye Treatments plus Work Experience. Progression Opportunities: Students may progress to other higher education institutions or into employment. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College

HNC Gamekeeping with Wildlife Management SCQF Level 7 At Newtown St Boswells Campus 36 weeks block release 5 days per week at College for alternating 3 week periods On work placement for alternating 3 week periods Entry Requirements: NC Gamekeeping. Candidates should have relevant industrial experience and Core Skills at SCQF Level 4. Subject to satisfactory interview and 2 positive references. Course Content: Game and Wildlife Management, Game Bird Management, Sustainable Deer Management, Wildlife Legislation, Workplace Practice, Public Relations, Manage Game Sporting Activities, Working Dogs and Graded Unit. Progression Opportunities: Progression may be possible to higher-level courses at other Agricultural Colleges. Careers as Underkeeper, Water Bailiff, Under Stalker or Forest Ranger. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HND Graphic Design SCQF Level 7 and 8 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 72 week course over 2 academic years 2 to 3 days per week in College Entry Requirements: 2 Highers – preferably including Higher English or Higher Art and Design. All applicants will be expected to bring a portfolio of work to interview. Selection will be subject to satisfactory interview and positive references. Candidates without any formal academic qualifications may be considered at interview. Course Content: This course enables students to gain skills to become successful graphic designers. Areas of study include Visual Communications, Typography, Digital Imaging and Web Design. Assessment is through a wide range of design briefs, which are often clientinitiated, that will develop the student’s skills. The course is suitable for those who wish to progress to University to study design. Progression Opportunities: Employment or University. Students may apply to Year 3 of the BDes (Hons) in Design and Digital Arts course at Edinburgh Napier University. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Hairdressing SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 days per week at College 1 day per week on placement Entry Requirements: National 6 award in Literacy or Communications at Intermediate 2 plus Information Technology at SCQF Level 5. Level 3 Hairdressing or equivalent qualifications. Selection will be subject to satisfactory interview and positive references. Course Content: This award is designed for the creative, experienced practitioner who wishes to further develop their skills in specialist cutting, long hair, advanced colour and colour correction skills, fashion make-up and digital imaging. The broad spectrum of units offered allows students to gain valuable and varied employability skills. Progression Opportunities: Employment. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Interactive Media SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 to 2.5 days per week in College Entry Requirements: 2 relevant Highers at grade C or above plus Communications at SCQF level 6 and Mathematics at SCQF level 5 or equivalent, or successful completion of a relevant NC programme, including Numeracy at minimum SCQF level 5 and Communications at SCQF level 6 or equivalent. Applicants with other formal academic qualifications and/ or relevant employment experience will be considered on an individual basis. Course Content: This course is a dynamic programme which is designed as a gateway to employment or to more specialised degree opportunities at Edinburgh Napier and Abertay Universities. Core subjects include Interactive Media Planning, Interactive Media: Authoring (2 Credit Unit), Working Within a Project Team, User Interface Design, Digital Imaging: Bitmap and Vector and Interactive Media: Graded Unit 1 (Exam). Pre-selected optional subjects include Client Side Scripting for Web Applications (2 Credit Unit), An Introduction to Creative Industries, Writing for the Media and Personal Development Planning. Progression Opportunities: The College has articulation arrangements with some Scottish Universities to allow successful students to continue their higher education. However, some students may wish to go directly into employment or start their own business. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Social Services SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Full-time 36 week course 2 days per week in College 2 days per week on placement Entry Requirements: Social Care Higher course or 2 Highers, to include Literacy or Communications at Level 6 and relevant work experience. Students with relevant work experience and with evidence of academic potential will be considered, and may be selected for this course following individual interview and positive references. Applicants may be required to complete a preparatory course as a condition of being placed on this course. Students will also be required to complete a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) form. Course Content: The HNC in Social Services is a nationally recognised qualification for staff working within the social care sector. The course aims to provide students with underpinning knowledge, values and skills relevant to work in a range of social care settings, and to prepare them for a degree in Social Work. Students study a range of subjects, including Care in a Contemporary Society, Care Practice, Leadership Starts with Me, and Health, Wellbeing and Safeguarding. Also included in this award are 3 SVQ Care Level 3 mandatory units. Progression Opportunities: Successful completion may enable students to apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) for undergraduate Social Work programmes. This course is suitable for applicants who wish to go directly into employment in social care and health related areas e.g. Senior Care Assistants, Support Workers, Family Workers, Residential Childcare Workers and Play Workers. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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HNC Social Services/HNC Childhood Practice SCQF Level 7 At Scottish Borders Campus Part-time – 1 evening per week for 2 years 72 weeks (August – June x 2) at 4pm – 9pm August 2017/18 entry – each Wednesday evening Entry Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete a preparatory course as a condition of being placed on the course. The entry requirements are 2 x Higher passes A-C or equivalent, preferably English to be included or Communications at SCQF Level 6. Students with relevant work experience and evidence of study at SCQF Level 6, which includes a supporting reference from their care workplace, will be considered for individual interview. Students will also be required to complete a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) form. Course Content: The current HNC Social Care course is being replaced with the HNC Social Services course and the current HNC Early Education and Childcare course is being replaced with the HNC Childhood Practice course. For the first time ever both awards will be integrated within the same teaching group. Year 1 of the course includes: Health, Wellbeing and Safeguarding; Leadership Starts with Me; Care in a Contemporary Society; Care Practice or Promoting Language, Literacy and Numeracy. Year 2 of the course includes: Lifespan Development Theoretical Approaches; Graded Unit; Understanding Loss and the Process of Grief or Support for Play, Learning and Development. Progression Opportunities: Further study at SCQF Level 8 or to go directly into employment in the care and childcare sector. Qualification Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)

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University Contact Details EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY Craiglockhart Campus, Edinburgh, EH14 1DJ. Telephone: 08452 60 60 40 www.napier.ac.uk HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY Edinburgh Campus, Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AS Telephone: 0131 449 5111 www.hw.ac.uk QUEEN MARGARET UNIVERSITY Edinburgh, EH21 6UU Telephone: 0131 474 0000 www.qmu.ac.uk THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH Student Recruitment and Admissions, 57 George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LU Telephone: 0131 650 4360 www.ed.ac.uk THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERTAY Dundee, DD1 1HG Telephone: 01382 308000 www.abertay.ac.uk THE UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE Nethergate, Dundee DD1 4HG Telephone: 01382 38 38 38 www.dundee.ac.uk

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HNC/HND Courses at Borders College THE UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING Stirlingshire, Stirling FK9 4LA Telephone: 01786 467044 www.stir.ac.uk THE OPEN UNIVERSITY Tel: 0845 300 60 90 www.open.ac.uk

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Apply Online Apply Online from December onwards for the next August session at www.borderscollege.ac.uk/courses/ If you apply before 15 March you will be guaranteed an interview for your chosen course.  Applications received after this date will be considered if spaces remain available. INCLUSION Borders College strives continually to be an ‘inclusive college’. This means we will make every effort to enable all learners, whatever their background, to benefit from our education. Inclusion means removing the barriers, which can prevent people fulfilling their potential. This prospectus describes many of the particular forms of help, such as the Student Support Services available within Borders College. We aim to ensure that the College is an environment that is free from discrimination, harassment and victimisation and we oppose all unlawful or unfair forms of discrimination, harassment and victimisation on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or background and will look to foster good relationships between all groups. The College Equality, Diversion and Inclusion Policy is available on our website, or you can have a copy sent to you by telephoning the College on 08700 50 51 52. Information from this publication can be made available in the following format: large print, audiotape, electronic pdf, alternative languages etc. Please contact our Marketing and Publications Department for further information on 08700 50 51 52.

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