City of Sunderland College International Prospectus - Qype

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Contents 

Welcome 4 

Welcome to Sunderland 6 

Welcome to City of Sunderland College 8 

Quality at City of Sunderland College 10 

Study Routes in the UK 11 

International Student Support Services 12 

Meet Our Students 14 

Accommodation for International Students 16 

English as a Foreign Language Courses 20 

Intensive IELTS Training 23 

Foundation / Access Programmes 24 

A-levels at Bede Sixth Form Academy 32 

BTEC National Diplomas 35 

Degree Programmes 36 

Vocational Teacher Training Programme 48 

Pre Masters Programme 50 

Short Courses 52 

How to Apply to City of Sunderland College 56 

2 City of Sunderland College International Prospectus

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For more information email international@citysun.ac.uk or visit www.citysun.ac.uk 3

欢迎光临 

桑德兰是一个与众不同的城市。现代而繁忙的市中心 , 环绕着绿色的田园风光和优美的海岸景色。迷人的历史、人文景观和时尚的运动设施 

为你营造一个快乐学习的校园环境。 

桑德兰城市学院成立于 1996 年 , 是英国最大的高等教育学院之一。学院拥有 5 个主要的校园 , 分布于该市各地。学院现有将近 4600 名全日制 

学生和 11000 名非全日制学生就读各种不同的专业课程。在全国学生调查中 ,82.5% 就读本学院高等教育课程的学生对课程表示满意。 

学院的国际部位于 Bede 校园和 Shiney Row 校园。国际部是学院与国际学生和海外合作伙伴之间的桥梁 , 也是学生们到来之前、学习期间和 

完成学业之后的主要联系部门。学院的全体教职员工将竭力以最高的服务标准为所有国际学生提供安全舒适的校园环境 , 来确保学生们在桑 

德兰的学习和生活成为愉快的体验。 

我们理解价格合理而舒适的住宿对国际学生的重要性 , 所以我们在学生到达英国之前尽力提供各种的住宿选择。学院重视配合学生寻找合适 

的住宿 , 以符合其生活方式和生活体验的需要。如果学生年龄小于 18 岁 , 学院会安排他们入住当地的英国家庭。这些当地家庭都经过严格挑 

选和警察局记录核查。当地家庭视每个入住学生为他们的家庭成员 , 帮助学生了解更多的英国当地生活和文化。 

根据学院与桑德兰大学的协议 , 学院的国际学生可入住大学 Precinct 学生宿舍区。所有宿舍均为自助式 , 并有配备齐全的厨房。宿舍区内设 

有洗衣房。Precinct 宿舍区距离市中心仅 10 分钟步行路程。 

当你完成第一学年学业以后 , 你可租住私人房东的住房。学院将为你提供经核准认可的房东名单。 

我们充分理解国际学生 , 特别是那些年轻、从未长期远离家门的学生 , 来到英国将面临的挑战。我们旨在为所有学生提供尽可能的帮助 , 以 

便他们能更好地享受在我们学院期间的学习与生活。 


Chào mững 

Sunderland là một thành phố với sự khác biệt - trung tâm thành phố hiện đại, sầm uất được bao quanh bởi màu xanh của cỏ cây vùng ngoại ô và phong 

cảnh ven biển thơ mộng. Ngoài ra, với một nền lịch sử lôi cuốn, một nét văn hóa đặc trưng và cuộc sống thể thao hấp dẫn cho thấy rằng Sunderland có 

mọi thứ bạn cần để vui vẻ giải trí trong quá trình học tập (của) các bạn 

City of Sunderland College được hình thành vào năm 1996, và là một trong những trường cao đẳng lớn nhất ở Vương quốc Anh. Ngôi trường có 5 trụ sở 

chính được đặt xuyên suốt cả thành phố. City of Sunderland College có khoảng 4.600 học sinh toàn thời gian và bán thời gian là 11.000 học sinh học 

trên một loạt các khóa học khác nhau. Trong một cuộc khảo sát dành cho sinh viên nước ngoài, 82.5% số học sinh đang theo học một trong các khóa 

giáo dục cao cấp của chúng tôi đều thể hiện sự hài lòng với khóa học của họ. 

Trường cao đẳng cho đặt cơ sở tại trung tâm Bede và tại trung tâm Shiney Row. Nhân viên trong Văn phòng Quốc tế là mối liên kết (của) trường cao 

đẳng tới những sinh viên Quốc tế, những đối tác hải ngoại và là điểm tiếp xúc chính (cho) những sinh viên trước đây, trong thời gian và sau khóa học 

của họ ở Sunderland. Nhân viên đề ra mục tiêu cung cấp các dịch vụ cho mọi sinh viên quốc tế với mức độ cao nhất, và sẽ thử hết sức họ để cung cấp 

một môi trường an toàn để bảo đảm bảo quá trình học tập và sinh sống ở Sunderland thành một niềm thích thú. 

Chúng tôi biết được rằng sự thoải mái và chỗ ở hợp lý rất quan trọng đối với một sinh viên quốc tế, vì vậy Chúng tôi bảo đảm có môi trường thích hợp 

sẵn sàng đón bạn trước khi bạn đến với Vương quốc Anh. Trường chúng tôi đặt việc tìm kiếm chỗ ở thích hợp, phù hợp với lối sống của và kinh nghiệm 

bạn lên hàng đầu Nếu bạn dưới 18 tuổi, nhà trường sẽ thu xếp cho bạn sống trong một gia đình bản địa. Gia đình này sẽ được chọn lựa kĩ càng và đã 

được cảnh sát kiểm tra. Gia đình chủ nhà sẽ coi bạn như một phần (của) gia đình của họ, giúp đỡ bạn học thêm về cuộc sống cũng như văn hóa Anh. 

(Cho) những sinh viên khác, Trường chúng tôi đã có một thỏa thuận với Trường đại học ở việc cho phép các học sinh quốc tế của trường ở tại Precinct 

Halls of Residence. Tất cả các khu đều ăn uống tự túc, với đầy đủ dụng cụ làm bếp và các trang thiết bị giặt là quần áo. Nơi đây cách trung tâm thành 

phố 10 phút đi bộ. 

Sau năm đầu tiên, bạn sẽ có cơ hội để tự thuêmột căn hộ riêng và chúng tôi sẽ sẵn sàng cung cấp cho bạn một danh sách các chủ nhà, nơi mà các tài 

sản đã được kiểm tra, kiểm soát và được chấp thuận. 

Chúng tôi hoàn toàn hiểu những khó khăn của bất kỳ sinh viên quốc tế nào đến với Vương quốc Anh để tìm kiếm những thách thức mới, đặc biệt là 

những sinh viên trẻ tuổi chưa bao giờ xa gia đình trong một khỏang thời gian dài như vậy. Mục tiêu của Chúng tôi là cung cấp sự trợ giúp một cách lớn 

nhất có thể để giúp đỡ bạn thích thú với cuốc sống mới trong khi học tập với chúng tôi. 


Welcome to Sunderland 

Sunderland is a city with a difference - a modern, busy city centre 

that is surrounded by beautiful green countryside and attractive 

coastal scenery. In addition, fascinating history, cultural and sporting 

attractions mean that Sunderland has everything you need to live 

happily during your studies. 

Sunderland’s importance as a centre 

of industry stretches back to medieval 

times but it was the 18th and 19th 

Centuries that saw its population grow 

from 15,000 to 150,000. The supply of 

Wearside coal and the need for ships to 

transport it turned Sunderland into the 

world’s biggest shipbuilding centre. 

On the banks of the River Wear, where 

coal was once loaded and ships were 

built, you can now walk along the 

Riverside Sculpture Trail and see the 

latest exhibition of glass at the National 

Glass Centre. 

From its earliest foundations in Anglo- 

Saxon times, Sunderland has grown on 

the banks of the River Wear. The city’s 

history and culture were formed by its 

connection to the sea and by the industry 

and efforts of its people. 

The city’s reputation as a focus for 

learning and industry began in Anglo- 

Saxon times, when the nobleman 

Benedict Biscop - recently named as 

Sunderland’s patron saint - established 

a European centre of learning at the twin 

monastic settlement of St Peter’s and 

St Paul’s. It was here that the Venerable 

Bede wrote the first history of England, 

the art of glass-making was introduced 

to the UK, and where the renowned 

Saxon Bible, the Codex Amiatinus, was 

produced. By the year 1500, Sunderland 

was one of the wealthiest towns in 

England and to this day it is still the 

largest city by population between Leeds 

and Edinburgh. 

The award winning Sunderland Museum 

and Winter Gardens is another mustsee 

attraction in Sunderland, where 

the museum tells the city’s story from 

its early foundations to the present day 

accompanied by the beautiful indoor 

Winter Gardens, boasting over 2,000 

tropical flowers and plants. 


The Sunderland Wall and Silksworth Sports Complex 

offer climbing, skiing and snowboarding while the Marine 

Activities Centre, located close to the beautiful coastline, 

has facilities for windsurfers and kayakers. Sunderland 

has some spectacular coastal walks to suit all ages and 

energy levels. The sands of the city’s beaches at Roker and 

Seaburn are the perfect place for walking and jogging, or 

you can join the increasing numbers of surfers looking for 

the perfect wave. 

The Stadium of Light, the football ground for Sunderland 

Football Club, is the pride of local people and plays in the 

premiership against teams such as Manchester United, 

Chelsea and Liverpool. Football is a big passion amongst 

the people of Sunderland and on match days the city is full 

of red and white shirts! 

Every year, the Sunderland International Air Show and 

International Kite festival attract many tourists. 

Sunderland is home to world-class companies such as 

Nissan, Rolls Royce, Barclays, T Mobile and EDF Energy. 

The retail heart of the city is focused around The Bridges 

Shopping Centre, where there are over 100 top name high 

street stores. Independent shops and boutiques offer 

everything from designer labels to trendy interiors. 

Eye-catching pieces of jewellery, glassware and ceramics 

are also a Sunderland speciality, with craft and gift shops 

at the museums and galleries featuring the works of up 

and coming designer-makers. 

Nightlife is also a major part of life for young people in 

Sunderland, with bars and restaurants to cater for all tastes 

in the city centre and an underground music scene voted 

one of the best in the UK. 

Within a 20 mile radius, you have access to some of the 

best heritage and cultural attractions in the UK. The 

historic city of Durham with its magnificent 1,000 year-old 

cathedral and Norman castle is just 30 minutes away by 

road. The cultural delights of Newcastle & Gateshead, 

including the new music venue, The Sage Gateshead, and 

Baltic The Centre For Contemporary Art, are within an 

easy 30 minute journey by Metro. If you wish to go further 

afield, London is three hours on the train and Edinburgh 

two hours. Newcastle International Airport is the main 

centre for air travel in the region, with flight connections 

to London Heathrow and Gatwick, Amsterdam, Paris and 

many other airports across the UK, Europe and beyond. 

For further information please visit www.sunderland.com 


Welcome to City of 

Sunderland College 

City of Sunderland College was formed in 1996 with the merger 

of Monkwearmouth College and Wearside College. The College 

has five main campuses which are spread across the city: 

Bede Centre 

• Bede Campus (English Language 

courses, A-levels/National 

Diplomas, International Office) 

• Shiney Row Campus (Higher National 

Diploma courses, Foundation 

Degrees, Foundation / Access 

programmes, some vocational 

courses, International Office) 

• Hylton Skills Campus (many 

vocational courses including Catering, 

Hair and Beauty, Engineering) 

• Usworth Sixth Form College 

(A-levels and National Diplomas) 

• St Peter’s Sixth Form College (A-levels 

and Travel and Tourism courses) 

• In addition the College has other 

specialist centres, including the 

Teleport at Doxford Park which 

specialises in Business and Contact 

Centre training programmes 

The College has approximately 4,600 full-time students and 11,000 part-time students 

studying across a wide range of courses. In the National Student Survey, 82.5% of our 

students studying on one of our Higher Education expressed satisfaction with their 

courses, one of the best in the country. For international students five of the top reasons to 

study with us include: 

Shiney Row Campus 

• Small class sizes (usually around 15 - 20 students in a class) 

with lots of personal attention from your Tutor 

• Guaranteed safe and secure accommodation 

• First class international student support 

• Part-time job opportunities 

• Smooth progression through to a large number of UK universities 

Top 5 

Reasons to study 

at our College 


Our Partnership with University of sunderland 

City of Sunderland College is proud to have the University of Sunderland as its 

strategic partner. After successful course completion, many of our students at 

the College progress to the University for the third and final year of their degree 

course. The University has a national and international reputation for developing 

programmes that meet the needs of employers. As industry, commerce, science 

and the arts take an increasingly global perspective, the University of Sunderland 

has built strong links with partners across the world. 

City of Sunderland College has recently invested 16 million pounds in its Usworth and 

St Peter’s campuses with further millions of investment planned. 

Training Quality Standard (TQS) - City of Sunderland College is one of the first in the 

country to achieve the Training Quality Standard with excellence in ICT. The standard is 

an employer-endorsed mark of quality, introduced by the UK governments Learning and 

Skills Council, which demonstrates our excellence in delivering flexible and responsive 

training provision. 

Student results 

93% of our students passed their A-level 

subjects and 100% of our students 

gained passes in 12 subjects out of a 

total of 28 subjects on offer. 

100% of our BTEC National Diploma 

students passed their course, involving 

13 different subject areas. 29% of these 

students scored a Distinction, whilst 

the average results for the rest of the 

students was Merit/Merit/Merit. 

Almost 700 of our students went on to 

degree level study at a staggering 48 

universities across the UK including: 

• Durham • Edinburgh • Leeds 

• Manchester • Newcastle • Oxford 

• York 

For students studying our Access 

courses there was a 91% pass rate.181 

out of 190 successful students 

progressed to a degree course. All our 

Higher National Diploma (HND) students 

who passed the second year of their 

HND continued to complete their studies 

at BA or BSc (Hons) level. 

On our Foundation programmes there 

was an 86% pass rate with all those 

students making a smooth progression 

to their chosen degree at the University 

of Sunderland. 

Our Foundation Degree students 

achieved a 78% pass rate as compared to 

the national average of 45%! 

The numbers of students studying at 

degree (HND or Foundation degree) level 

in the College is increasing each year; 

last year we had 1043 students and this 

year we have 1189 students. 

Hylton Skills Campus 

St Peter’s Sixth Form College 


Quality at City of 


Ofsted is a UK government body who inspect and 

regulate schools and colleges in the UK to achieve 

excellence in the care of children and young 

people, and in education and skills for learners 

of all ages. In the last Ofsted Inspection of the 

College in 2006, the Inspectors made the following 

comments about us: 

• Outstanding range of programmes 

to meet the needs of learners 

• Very good collaborative work with employers... 

• Learners ...enjoy their studies and 

apply themselves well in lessons 

• Resources to support learning are good 

• Guidance and support for learners are good 

• Comprehensive student support and 

welfare services are available 

The College has three Beacon Awards - these 

awards are part of the National Beacon Awards 

Programme that was launched in 1994. The 

programme recognizes the achievements of further 

education colleges in terms of imaginative and 

innovatory teaching practices, and also aims to 

raise awareness of colleges’ contributions to and 

their role within the UK economy as a whole. 

The College has Centres of Vocational Excellence 

(CoVEs) in Information and Communications 

Technology (ICT) Networking, Call Centre 

Operations and Building Services. 


Study routes in the UK 

Masters MA / MSc / MBA at University 

Higher National Diploma / Degree 

A-level 2nd Year (A2) 

BTEC National Diploma 2nd Year 

A-level 1st Year (AS) 

BTEC National Diploma 1st Year 

Foundation / Access 

English as a Foreign Language 

This is an example of a typical study route in the UK for an international student. Please note, however 

that other combinations are possible. Please contact our International Office for further information. 


International Student 

Support Services 

International Office 

The College has an International Office based at its Bede Campus and at the Shiney Row Campus. The staff in 

the International Office are the College‘s link to its international students/overseas partners and are the main 

point of contact for students before, during and after their studies in Sunderland. The staff aim to provide all 

international students with the highest level of service and can help you with the following: 

• Dealing with all international student 

enquiries and applications 

• Preparing visa applications 

• Preparing travel to the UK 

• Information about the cost of living in the UK 

• Arrange a free pick up service from 

Newcastle International Airport on arrival 

• Accommodation options, including reserving 

host family/halls of residence accommodation 

• Tour of City and College on arrival 

• 24 hour emergency mobile phone contact 

• Welfare advice and support 

throughout your studies 

• Help with visa extensions 

• Help with personal medical and welfare problems 

• Arranging social activities including an annual trip 

to Europe for British and International students 

• Giving advice on working in the UK 

• Helping you to open a bank account 

• Helping you to register with the 

police (if applicable) 

Academic support 

If you chose to study at the College you will receive high quality teaching and excellent support for your learning. 

Every student is allocated a Personal Tutor who will monitor progress on your course and provide academic 

support and advice to help you improve your grades to ensure you pass your exams. This academic support 

through a Personal Tutor system has been recognised as outstanding by Ofsted inspectors. 

For students under 18 yrs old the International Office can arrange for regular reports to be sent to your parents, 

advising them of your attendance and your progress with your studies. 



Meet our students 

Ravi Savalia 

Country: India 

Course: A-levels 

My two year long A-level programme at the Bede Campus of City of Sunderland College was one of the most 

positive experiences of my life! I was a young international student very far from home but I never felt alone 

because my teachers and friends were so helpful and made me feel so comfortable! 

City of Sunderland College was the perfect stepping stone to my university studies. I’m now at Sunderland 

University in my second year of my degree in Accounting. 

Yi Beili 

Country: China 

Course: BSc (Hons) Extended in Pharmacology 

Lily is a student from China who has studied English at the College, followed by an Access to Nursing Course 

and is now doing a Foundation programme which will allow her to progress to a degree course in Biomedical 

Science at the University of Sunderland. She chose to study in Sunderland since the fees at the college are 

amongst some of the most competitive in the UK. 

“The small class sizes mean that I am able to speak to my lecturers whenever I need to. The friendliness of 

both staff and students has made me feel very comfortable studying here and at the same time they gave me 

confidence to use and improve my English.” 


Chinh Trun Trang 

Country: Vietnam 

Course: BTEC National Diploma in Engineering 

I heard about City of Sunderland College through the Internet and decided to apply to study English as I 

knew I needed to improve my skills before being in a class with British students. 

I have really enjoyed my time in Sunderland so far; I go to the seaside to play games on the beach or have 

a barbecue with my friends at the weekends. During my time at the College I have achieved the Duke 

of Edinburgh Silver Award and I have also taken part in a charity football match to raise money for local 

disabled children. 

My advice to any new students coming to study at the College: try to make friends with your British 

classmates; don’t be shy. In this way you can improve your English as well as your studies in general. 

Djamila Monteiro 

Country: Angola 

Course: IELTS 

I have relatives living in the north east so it made sense to choose City of Sunderland College as they 

could offer me an IELTS training course and I needed an IELTS score to apply to university. After a year 

of studying the College’s IELTS programme, I got the score I needed to enter the BSc in Computing 

degree course at the University of Sunderland. Studying at the College for me was an excellent way to 

settle into British life and culture; I’m sure life would have been much more difficult had I gone straight 

from my home country (Angola) to the university. The College and the city provide a calm and peaceful 

environment in which to study. 

Aaqib Ayyub 

Country: Pakistan 

Course: Higher National Diploma in Computing 

Aaqib has just arrived at the College from Pakistan to complete a degree in Computing. He is currently 

studying the first year of a two-year Higher National Diploma in Computing which will then lead on to the 

3rd and final year of a BSc in Computing which he can study at a range of universities across the UK. 

“Its only been a month since I arrived in this beautiful country and I have to mention that I find the people 

here in Sunderland very helpful and caring. My studies are great - the facilities and the course itself are 

up-to-date. All the staff are really helpful, particularly the staff in the International Office; whenever I need 

help they stop whatever they are doing to help me. For example I was looking for work and they gave me 

advice about my CV and about where to look for work. They also helped me find out how I could play 

football in college.” 


Accommodation for 

international students 

We know how important it is for you to have comfortable, 

affordable accommodation as an international student, so we 

ensure there are suitable possibilities available before you 

arrive in the UK. 

The College places great importance in assisting students to find suitable 

accommodation that will suit their lifestyles and experience. We have a number of options 

available to offer you: 

Sunderland University Halls of Residence 

The College has an agreement with the University of Sunderland allowing us to place 

our international students in the Precinct Halls of Residence. The halls of residence are 

modern and have cooking and laundry facilities. They are comfortable, the rents are 

reasonable and you will find that they are a good place to meet other students. 

Your accommodation is available throughout your contract period (usually 40 weeks for 

College students), including holiday times. Once you have signed a contract, this means 

you MUST stay in your accommodation until the contract ends. The Residential Services 

section of the website of the University of Sunderland (www.sunderland.ac.uk) has details 

about the accommodation available (including virtual tours of a typical room/flat in the 

halls). The International Office will send you information about how to apply for this type 

of accommodation after they have issued you a unconditional Offer Letter. 

For the most up to date information about university halls of residence accommodation, 

please visit http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/facilities/residentialservices 

A Standard single student 

bedroom will have: 

• Wardrobe 

• Desk 

• Chairs 

• Bed, duvet and pillow 

• Washbasin 

• Lamp 

• Bookshelves 

Your room will be in a flat 

which will also have: 

• Shared bath room and toilet 

• CCTV 

• 24 hour security surveillance 

• a lounge 

• a kitchen (fully furnished) 


Host Family Accommodation 

This type of accommodation is compulsory for students 

aged under 18 studying at the College and is recommended 

for any student seeking to improve their English and who is 

keen to learn about British life and culture. 

You will be given your own bedroom and will share all 

other facilities with the Host Family. The family will provide 

you with breakfast and evening meal and all meals at 

weekends. 

The Host Family will treat you as part of their family and 

encourage you to join in their activities, both in and outside 

of the home. The family may have children or they may be 

a couple, or a single person living on their own but with 

grown up family living away from the family home, but who 

visit regularly. 

If you apply for Host Family accommodation it is important 

you complete our Student Profile so we can match you with 

a suitable family according to your interests, age, diet etc. 

See Our Fees List for details of the costs for this type of 

accommodation. 

The International Office will send you information about 

this type of accommodation when they send you your 

unconditional offer letter. 

Private Accommodation 

After your first year you will have the opportunity to rent 

private accommodation and we will be able to supply you 

with a list of landlords where the properties have been 

inspected and approved. 

Just visit www.studentpad.co.uk, click on Sunderland and 

you’ll find details of room availability, specifications, prices 

and much more. 

Useful fact: 

A recent National Student Rent Analysis for the 

whole of the UK covering 76 cities found that 69 

cities were more expensive than Sunderland. 

This is another reason why choosing Sunderland 

as your place to study makes such good sense! 


Courses at City of 


ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES 20 

Pre IELTS Programme 20 

IELTS Preparation Programme 21 

Intensive IELTS Training 23 

Foundation / access programmes 24 

International Foundation Programme (Business) 24 

Access to Higher Education 26 

BSc (Hons) Extended Degree Programme in Biomedical Sciences / Pharmacology 28 

BSc (Hons) Extended Degree Programme in 

Sport Science / Sport and Exercise Development 29 

Foundation Year in Pharmaceutical Sciences 29 

Foundation in Art and Design 30 

A-levels at Bede Sixth Form Academy 32 

BTEC National Diplomas 35 

Degree programmes 36 

BA (Hons) in Business and Management 36 

BSc (Hons) in Computing (Software Development) 37 

BSc (Hons) in Network Security Technologies 38 

BSc (Hons) in Travel and Tourism 40 

BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care 41 

BA (Hons) in Photography 42 

BA (Hons) Degree in Arts Applied 44 

BA in Applied Music Practice 45 

BSc (Hons) in Exercise Health and Fitness Degree 46 

BSc (Hons) in Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching 47 

Vocational Teacher Training Programme 48 

Pre Masters Programme 50 

Short Courses 52 

TKT (Teaching Methodology) Summer / Winter Schools 54 

How to Apply to City of Sunderland College 56 



ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN 

LANGUAGE COURSES 

English as a Foreign Language Courses 

• DELTA qualified teachers 

• British Council accredited 

• English UK member 

• Experienced teacher trainers 

• Qualifications on offer: KET, PET, IELTS, CAE, CPE 

• Experienced IELTS examiners on the staff 

• All courses include cultural visits to various places of local interest 

Pre IELTS Programme 

Who is the course for 

For anyone aged 16 and above, seeking to improve 

their English and gain a recognised English 

Language qualification. Students on this course 

will be Elementary up to Pre-Intermediate level (up 

to IELTS 4.5 or equivalent). You will be tested on 

arrival. 

Hours of study 

30 hours per week. You will be taught for 20 hours 

and are expected to spend an additional 10 hours 

per week on independent learning in the College’s 

Learning Resource Centre. 

Length and dates of courses 

Students can normally start any Monday 

throughout the year for a minimum of six weeks. 

If you have any other requirements please see the 

section on the next page on other courses. 

What will I study 

On successful completion of this course, you will 

have improved your communication skills as well 

as your pronunciation, grammar, reading and 

writing. 

What qualification will I get 

Depending on your level of English at the end of your 

course you will take either the Cambridge KET (Key 

English Test) or the PET (Preliminary English Test). 

You will study in a class with no more than 15 

students. 


IELTS Preparation Programme 


For students with a minimum of IELTS 4.5 or equivalent (you will be tested on arrival). You 

must be at least 16 years old to join this course. 

Hours of study 

30 hours per week. You will be taught for 20 hours and are expected to spend an additional 

10 hours per week to independent learning in the College’s Learning Resource Centre. 

Length and dates of courses 

Students can normally start any Monday throughout the year for a minimum of six weeks. 

If you have any other requirements please see the section on the next page on other 

courses. 


10 hours per week you will spend preparing for the IELTS exam - doing past papers, learning 

exam techniques in all the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening etc. 

10 hours per week you will study General English - grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, 

reading, writing, speaking and listening. 

Normally you will study in a class with no more than 15 students. 

Sample IELTS Preparation Timetable: 

AM 

AM 

PM 

PM 

Monday 

Tuesday 

Wednesday 

Thursday 

IELTS preparation 

- academic writing 

General English 

- pronunciation 

IELTS - listening 

practice 

IELTS practice 

tests 

IELTS preparation 

- academic writing 

Speaking Practice 

IELTS - listening 

practice 

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N 

C 


- grammar and 

vocabulary 

practice 

IELTS - reading 

academic texts 


- communication 

skills 


- grammar and 

vocabulary 

practice 

IELTS - reading 

academic texts 

General English - 

writing/reading 

H 

Tutorial Free Time Free Time 

Friday Free Day Free Day 


Progression opportunities 

You may continue to study further or higher education courses at City of Sunderland 

College or progress to university. Some of the courses on offer to you are: 

A-levels/National Diplomas/Higher National Diplomas/Foundation Degree/Degrees/ 

Masters. 

Please see the following pages of this brochure for further details of our other courses for 

progression possibilities. 

IELTS Testing Centre 

IELTS is the International English Language Testing System. It measures ability to 

communicate in English across all four language skills - listening, reading, writing 

and speaking - for people who want to study or work where English is the language of 

communication. More than 6,000 education institutions, faculties, government agencies 

and professional organisations around the world recognise IELTS. It is essential to have 

an IELTS score if you are seeking to progress to further study at a UK College or university. 

City of Sunderland College has the only IELTS Testing Centre in the North-East of England. 

We offer IELTS tests regularly throughout the year at our Bede Centre (see our website for 

details of current test dates available). 

The current fee to take the IELTS test is £100, further details about how to apply are on our 

website. 

We offer a range of IELTS preparation programmes. See our list of courses below for 

details. 

Expected future 

developments: 

An English for Law course is being planned - 

please contact the International office for more 

details. 


Intensive IELTS Training/One to One 

IELTS training/Evening Classes 

We offer a range of small group sessions for students needing to prepare for IELTS intensively through courses lasting from 

one to six weeks. We can also provide One to One IELTS exam training with one of our staff. Evening classes to prepare for 

IELTS are also available. Please contact the International Office for details of start dates and prices. 

Evening classes are also available for advanced students to prepare for the CAE and CPE exams. 

Special courses 

English for Specific Purposes (ESP courses): we can arrange special courses for groups of students who require specialist 

English language training for Business, Medicine, Catering etc. Please contact the International office for more details. 


Foundation / access 

programmes 

Many international students require a one year Foundation or 

Access programme to allow them to gain access to a UK University. 

At City of Sunderland College we have a wide range of programmes to help you bridge the 

gap between the qualifications you have from your home country and the requirements of 

a UK University: 

International Foundation 

Programme (Business) 

One year at College 


The course is aimed at international 

students only who are seeking to enter 

university in the UK to study a businessrelated 

degree, but who lack the 

linguistic and academic background to 

progress directly to university. 

Hours of Study 

You will study an average of 20 hours per 

week. 

Entry Requirements 

You must have a minimum score of 

IELTS 5.0 or equivalent to succeed on 

this course. You must have completed 

secondary education in your country 

with satisfactory grades. 


Semester One - intensive English 

(including English for Business) 

Semester Two - Business plus English 

for Business (including the Business 

environment, the Marketing environment, 

Managing People, Information Systems 

and Technology, Study Skills, Maths, 

English). 

You will also be expected to attend a 

regular tutorial with your Personal Tutor. 


How is the course assessed 

At the end of the first semester you will 

sit the IELTS exam. 

In addition the course is assessed 

through coursework, tests, assignments, 

presentations and group work. 

What will I achieve 

You will achieve an IELTS score and you 

will also receive a Higher Education 

Access Diploma upon successful 

completion of the course. 

What can I do after the course 

If you successfully complete the course 

you will be able to progress to one of 

a number of UK universities. Former 

students have studied at Sunderland, 

Northumbria, Durham, Teeside, 

Sheffield, Manchester, Leeds and 

Liverpool universities. 


Access to Higher Education 


Who is this course for 

This course is for home and international students 

aged 19+ to allow them to progress to university after 

one year of study. Various routes are on offer including 

Teaching, Health Studies, Nursing ** which will allow 

progression to a range of Honours Degree, Foundation 

Degrees and Higher National Diplomas at universities 

and colleges throughout the UK (** please note, 

for international students you must be a registered 

nurse in your own country if you wish to progress to 

university to study Nursing). 

Please note the course is not recommended for 

those who wish to progress to a degree that requires 

science at a high level such as Engineering. 


You must be aged 19 years or above, have a good level 

of English (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent). You must have 

completed secondary education in your home country. 

A GCSE at grade C or above or equivalent in Maths is 

also required. 


Depending upon which route you have chosen, you 

will chose from either 

1. General 

2. Teaching 

3. Health related - nursing, midwifery, 

diagnostic radiotherapy, physiotherapy 

You will study some but not all 

of the following subjects: 

• Teaching and Learning 

• Biology 

• English Language 

• Mathematics 

• Study Skills 

• IT 

• Project Writing 

• Psychology 

• Sociology 

• Social Values 

There is also an Access 

course to Art and Design 

where you will study: 

• Photography 

• 3D Sculpture 

• 2D Painting and Drawing 

• History of Art and Design 

• Tutorial and Writing Skills 



Students must develop a portfolio of evidence, write course work assignments, 

participate in presentations, produce a project and undertake time constrained 

tests. Peer assessments, essays, oral questioning and answer sessions as well as 

group discussions are also included. 

What qualifications will I achieve 

Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a QAA Approved Access 

to Higher Education Certificate validated by TROCN and which is recognized by a 

wide range of universities throughout the UK. 


You may progress to university. Former students are studying at: 

• Sunderland 

• Northumbria 

• Teeside 

• Leeds Metropolitan 

• Manchester 

• Durham 

The courses our students are studying/have studied include: 

Teaching, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Maths, Psychology, Midwifery, 

Physiotherapy, Biomedical Sciences, Radiography, Chemical and Pharmaceutical 

Sciences, Sports Therapy, Business Studies, among others. 


BSc (Hons) Extended 

Degree Programme in 

Biomedical Sciences 

/ Pharmacology 


The College runs these programmes 

in association with the University 

of Sunderland and are a route to 

direct progression onto degree 

level programmes within the 

university’s science department 

(including Biomedical Sciences, 

Chemical Pharmaceutical Sciences, 

Pharmacology). The College has invested 

heavily in state of the art science 

equipment together with first class 

laboratory facilities. These programmes 

are highly successful with applicants 

from all over the UK and the rest of the 

world. 


Students from overseas will be assessed 

on an individual basis but will be 

expected to have the equivalent of 4 

GCSE passes at Grade C or above and 

an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent. This 

course is suitable for students with no 

formal science background. 


You will study on average 19 hours per 

week. The following topics are covered in 

the course: 

Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, 

Statistics, Information Technology, Study 

Skills (each module attracts a certain 

number of credits and these are awarded 

through a range of assessments in each 

module throughout the year). 

Students must complete a Professional 

Development Plan and will have access to 

a weekly Tutorial with a Personal Tutor. 


Through a range of time-controlled tests, 

laboratory work, essays and presentations 

throughout the year. Students must pass 

all modules in order to pass the course 

and successfully progress to their chosen 

degree at the University of Sunderland. 

What qualification 

could I achieve 

By the end of this one year course, you 

will have achieved a Higher Education 

Foundation Certificate which will allow 

you to progress to the University of 

Sunderland and gain a BSc in Science 

after a further three years of study. 


BSC (Hons) Extended Degree 

Programme in Sport Science / 

Sport and Exercise Development 

Students wishing to progress to a degree in Sports Science 

will study the same subjects as Science students although 

Chemistry will be replaced with modules in Sports Science 

(including Sports Psychology and Biomechanics) and 

Sports Coaching. 

It is possible to undertake additional support classes to 

improve your academic English skills and/or improve your 

computing proficiency. 

By the end of the year you will have achieved a Higher 

Education Foundation Certificate which will allow you to 

progress to a BSc in Sports Science at university after a 

further 3 years of study. Alternatively you can remain at 

College to study a Foundation degree in Sports Coaching 

or Exercise, Health and Fitness. 

Foundation Year in 

Pharmaceutical Sciences 


This course is for students aged 19+ who wish to prepare 

for undergraduate study with a particular emphasis on 

pharmaceutical sciences. It is suitable for those who would 

like a career in the pharmaceutical industry or who wish 

to become a qualified pharmacist. This highly successful 

course attracts students from all over the UK and the rest 

of the world. 


Students should have the equivalent of 3 GCSEs at grade 

C or above, including Maths, plus you should have studied 

Chemistry. International students need IELTS 6.0 or 

equivalent to commence this course. 


General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, 

Human Physiology, Cell Biology, Mathematics. 

Students will be expected to attend a weekly Tutorial and 

will work on a Professional Development Plan as part of 

their course. 


Each module has a mixture of coursework comprising 

presentations, laboratory report, research essays and 

topics. On average this will make up 40% of the assessment 

total. The remaining 60% is from time constrained tests 

(exams). 

During the course you will experience a combination 

of teaching and learning styles as follows: 

Lectures/Classroom Teaching/ Laboratory (including data 

logging)/Mathematical Practical work/ Library/learning 

Resource Centre work/Information Technology Activity/ 

Seminar Work/Directed work with other students 


Students who successfully pass this Foundation year 

will automatically transfer to the BSc (Hons) Chemical 

and Pharmaceutical Sciences degree programme at 

Sunderland. 

If 60% is recorded for each module, and following a 

successful interview, it is possible to enter the transfer on 

to the MPharm course at the University of Sunderland 


Foundation in Art 

and Design 


What will I study on this course 

You will study: 

• Life Drawing 

• 2D and 3D Design 

• Textiles 

• Sculpture 

• Graphics and Photography 

• History of Art and Design 

• Fine Art Painting 


This course will prepare you for Higher 

Education in Art and Design. With the 

Diploma, you will be able to apply to a 

wide range of universities and colleges. 

The Diploma will also help you apply for 

jobs in areas related to Art and Design. 

During the course you will have the 

opportunity to take part in a variety of 

visits (local, national and international) 

to art galleries and museums. 

What do I need to get 

on the course 

You should have five GCSEs and one 

A-level (or equivalent) in a subject related 

to Art and Design. You should have IELTS 

5.5 or equivalent to demonstrate your 

ability in English. 


Coursework, assignments, group 

critiques, individual tutorials, essays, 

external examiner visit and final 

exhibition of work. 

During the course you will experience 

a combination of teaching and 

learning styles as follows: 

Classroom teaching/Craft Workshop 

activity/Library/Learning Resource 

centre work (drop-in)/Seminars/Lectures/ 

Demonstrations/Individual and Group 

Tutorials. 

What qualification 

could I achieve 

By the end of the course you will have 

achieved a Diploma in Foundation 

Studies in Art and Design. 


You could progress to a degree course at 

a wide range of universities throughout 

the UK, or apply for jobs in areas related 

to Art and Design. 



A-levels at Bede Sixth 

Form Academy 

Two years at College 

Who is the Course for 

A-levels are for students who have 

completed their junior/high school in 

their home country and are planning to 

apply to top universities in the UK. We 

can offer you a huge choice of courses at 

different levels, as well as excellent exam 

results, excellent facilities, excellent 

progression possibilities to a number of 

UK universities. You must be at least 16 

years old to study this course. 

International students will study at our 

Bede Centre, which is easily accessible 

to the City Centre. Students can choose 

3 A-level subjects from a wide range of 

subjects, see page 33: 

Progression opportunities 

Upon successful completion you may 

progress to a degree course at this 

College or any College or university of 

your choice within the UK. 

Additional extras 

As an international student you 

will be able to benefit from English 

language support as part of your A-level 

programme. 

You will also be able to take part in the 

Enrichment Activities Programme which 

encourages all our A-level students to 

get involved in activities such as sport, 

drama, charity work, College Newsletter 

etc. 

Higher Achievers Programme 

We offer this to our gifted and talented 

students to help them gain entry to the 

best universities in the UK. 

Support and Advice 

Even if you have no idea of your career 

ambitions at this stage we can help you 

develop these through our Educational 

Guidance Team. 


Subject 

Biology 

Business Studies 

Chemistry 

Computing 

Drama & Theatre Studies 

English Language 

English Literature 

English Language & Literature 

Fine Art 

Film Studies 

French 

Further Maths 

Geography 

German 

Government & Politics 

History 

Information Technology 

Law 

Mathematics 

Media Studies 

Physical Education 

Physics 

Psychology 

Sociology 

Spanish 

Specific Entry Requirements 

Related Science GCSE and Maths at grade B 

GCSE Maths and English Language at grade C 

Related Science GCSE and Maths at grade B 

GCSE Maths at grade C 

GCSE English Literature or Language at grade C 

GCSE English Language at grade C 



GCSE Art or relevant subject at grade C 

GCSE English Language or Literature at grade C 

GCSE French grade B 

GCSE Maths grade A 

GCSE Maths and English Language at grade C 

GCSE German grade B 


GCSE English language or Literature at grade C 

GCSE Maths at grade C 

GCSE English Literature or Language grade B 

GCSE Maths grade B (Higher Tier paper) 


Related GCSE PE or Science at grade C 

Related GCSE Science and Maths at grade B 

GCSE Maths and English Language, one at grade B, one at grade C 


GCSE Spanish at grade B 

For equivalence with your home country qualifications, 

please contact the International Office. 

You must have a minimum score of IELTS 5.5 to study A-levels. 



BTEC National Diplomas 

In addition we offer a range of 2 year vocational courses (BTEC National Diplomas). Equivalent to 3 A-levels these courses are 

more practical in nature and still allow students to apply for university studies. 

These courses are also for young people aged 16 or above. 

Subject Entry Requirements Location 

Art and Design 4 GCSEs at grade C and above or equivalent, IELTS 5.5 Shiney Row Campus 

Graphic Design As above As above 

eMedia As above As above 

Business As above Bede Centre 

Business (Marketing) As above As above 

Ict Practitioner As above As above 

Construction As above Hylton Skills Campus 

Engineering As above Hylton Skills Campus 

Hospitality & Catering 6 GCSEs at grade C or above, IELTS 5.5 Hylton Skills Campus 

Beauty Therapy Sciences 4 GCSEs or equivalent, IELTS 5.5 Shiney Row Campus or Hylton Skills Campus 

Health and Social Care* As above Bede Centre 

Dance As above Shiney Row Campus 

Drama As above Shiney Row Campus 

Music Practice As above Shiney Row Campus 

Sport Development and Coaching As above Bede Centre 

Sport and Exercise Science As above Bede Centre 

*A Police Check is necessary to be accepted for this course. 


Degree programmes 

BA (Hons) in Business 

and Management 

Two years at College and one year at university 


This course is for people who would like a highly 

regarded business and management qualification 

that focuses on practical skills and knowledge. It will 

help improve your job prospects within many different 

types of organisations in addition to providing a 

platform for further study. 

The course is studied full-time for two years and 

leads on to the final year of an honours degree at the 

University of Sunderland. 


You will study modules to include: 

• Learning & Information Skills/Marketing 

• Organisations & Behaviour 

• Business Environment 

• Managing Financial Resources 

• Business Law 

• Human Resources 

• Business Strategy & Enterprise 

• Professional Development 

What do I need to get on the course 

You should be over 18 have an A-level or equivalent 

and an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent. 


Assessment is based on coursework and 

assignments. 




Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to 

enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated. 

Lectures, seminars, tutor led tutorials and problem 

based learning scenarios will all be used. 

What qualification will I achieve and 

what can I do after the course 

Upon successful completion of the 2 year course 

at the College you will have achieved a University 

of Sunderland Higher National Diploma (HND) in 

Business & Management. You will then progress to 

the third and final year of the course to gain a BA 

(Hons) degree in Business and Management at the 



BSc (Hons) in Computing (Software Development) 



This course will develop your computing skills across a wide range of areas which 

will allow you to progress to a numbers of careers in IT and Computing. 


Computer Platforms, Website Design, Quality Systems, Networking Concepts, 

Visual Programming and Database Development. 

What are the Entry Requirements 

You must be at least 18 years old to start this course and should have the 

equivalent of one A-level or a combination of qualifications to show you have the 

necessary knowledge to join the course. You must have IELTS 5.5 or equivalent to 

demonstrate your language ability. 


Through coursework and assignments. 



Group and individual practical work, classroom teaching and directed private study. 

What qualification will I achieve and 


Upon successful completion of the course you will achieve a BTEC Higher National 

Diploma. You may then decide to move to the University of Sunderland or another 

UK university to top up your HND to a degree qualification, thereby allowing you 

to have 2 qualifications. You will then be equipped for a career in computing or 

related role. 


BSc (Hons) in Network 

Security Technologies 

Two years at College and 

one year at university 

Who is this Course For 

This course is for students wishing to 

enter the field of computer networking 

and security. On successful completion 

of the course you will leave as a technical 

expert with appropriate knowledge 

and skills in network security, network 

building and maintenance, network 

operating systems, software systems 

development and management 

techniques. 

The course will prepare you for careers 

in the fast-growing and rewarding area 

of supporting and managing computer 

networks. You will gain expertise in 

network security and managing software 

systems. The College is able to deliver 

CISCO authorised training and the 

course includes modules related to both 

Cisco and Microsoft technologies. This 

is a highly practical course in which you 

will deal with the real problems of real 

businesses. 


Students should be aged 18 or over and 

should have completed secondary level 

education in their home country. No prior 

knowledge of Computing is necessary. A 

minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required. 

What will I study on the course 

Network Basics, Routers, Fundamentals 

of Wireless Networks, Network Security, 

Server Security, MCSA/MCSE, Elements 

of Project Management, Software 

Systems 


Classroom teaching, learning from the 

on line curriculum, laboratory practical 

work, team work 

What will I achieve and what 

can I do after the course 

Upon successful completion of the 

course, you will have achieved a 

Foundation Degree in Network Security 

Technologies. You will be able to apply 

for jobs in network management and 

support, software development and 

maintenance and technical support 

networks. Or you can progress to the 

final year of a BSc (Hons) Computing 

degree at the University of Sunderland. 



BSc (Hons) in Travel 

and Tourism 




This course is for people who want to 

enter the Travel and Tourism industry in 

a managerial role. The course lasts for 2 

years, after which time it is possible to 

transfer to the University of Sunderland 

for one year to gain a BSc Hons degree. 

There are excellent career prospects in 

the industry and this course will enhance 

the opportunities available to you. 

What are the entry 

requirements 

You must be 18 years or old or above, 

have the equivalent of one A-level and 

have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent 

to demonstrate your ability in English. 


Year One 

• International Tourism Development 

• Travel and Tourism and Hospitality 

environment • Travel Tourism and 

Hospitality Information • Human 

Resources • Operations Management 

• Fieldwork (including a 5 day residential 

trip to a UK city) 

Year Two 

• Work Placement • Research Methods 

• Marketing • Law • Managing Finance 

• Independent Study 


Coursework, oral presentations, written 

tests and case studies. Your work 

placement will also be assessed. 




Classroom teaching/Seminar Work/ 

Tutorials/Directed work with other 

students/Class-based discussion/Group 

work/Directed private study/Directed 

study in the Learning Centre. 

What qualifications will 

I achieve and what can I 

do after the course 

Upon successful completion of the 

course you will achieve a Foundation 

Degree in Travel and Tourism. You can 

then move on to the final year of the 

BSc Hons in Tourism at the University 

of Sunderland. Alternatively you could 

chose to work in the industry e.g. 

working for transport providers, tour 

operators or tourism agencies, among 

others. 


BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care 



For those already working in the health and social care 

sector or considering a career in this field. The course is 

designed to enhance your career prospects with a focus 

on practical learning and work experience as an important 

part of the course. 

What are the entry requirements 

Equivalent to one A-level and IELTS 5.5 or equivalent in 

English. 

What will I study on the course 

Year One 

• Skills Development for Health and Social Care 

• Understanding People 

• Social Problems 

• Ethics 

• Personal and Professional Values 

• Introduction to Health and Social Care Research 

• Assessment Care Planning and Identification of Risk 

• Working in Health and Social Care settings (50 hours) 

Please note, you must undergo a Police Check 

to be accepted for this course. 

Year Two 

• Community Care for Adults 

• Advocacy and Empowerment 

• Health Promotion 

• Legislation and Social Policy 

• Research Applications 

• Working in Health and Social Care settings (100 hours) 


Case Study Analysis, Individual Presentations, Group 

Presentations, Reflective Portfolio, Work Experience, Essay, 

Evaluation, Oral Presentation, Time constrained tests, 

Reviews/Critiques. 



Lectures/ Classroom teaching/ Library and Learning Centre 

work/ Seminar/ Directed work with other students/Directed 

private study. 

You will have approximately 15 hours per week of teaching. 

You will also be required to work 50 hours in a health and 

social care setting in Year One and 100 hours in Year Two. 

What qualification can I achieve and 


After 2 years of study at the College you will be awarded 

the Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care awarded 

by the University of Sunderland. You are then guaranteed 

to progress on to the third and final year of the BA (Hons) 

in Health and Social Care at the University of Sunderland. 

You may then progress to a range of related occupational 

destinations. 


BA (Hons) in Photography 



If you are already working in the area of Design or 

wish to obtain a degree qualification, then this might 

be the course for you. 


An A-level or equivalent together with a minimum 

score of IELTS 5.5 to demonstrate your ability in 

English. 


• Introduction to Photography 

• Studio Photography 

• Lens and Time Based Skills 

• Time Light Narrative 

• Professional Practice 

• History of Photographic Genres 

• Documentary Photography 

• Digital Darkroom 

• Web Design 

• Work Based Learning Project 

• Self Negotiated Project 


You will receive ongoing assessment through group 

critiques and personal tutorials. There are also formal 

assessments after each assignment. 




Formal lectures, practical workshops, studio 

demonstration, seminars, group critiques and tutorial. 

What will I achieve and what 

can I do after the course 

Upon successful completion you will receive a 

Foundation Degree in Applied Photography, after 

which you can progress to a BA Hons in Photography 

at the University of Sunderland. 



BA (Hons) Degree 

in Arts Applied 




This course allows you to explore art 

using a wide range of media. You will 

study in our excellent studios and 

workshops, benefiting from top class 

facilities and tuition. This course 

covers all areas of applied art from the 

traditional disciplines of painting and 

drawing to the latest digital technologies. 

Your theoretical and practical studies will 

enable you to progress to further study or 

a career in the creative industries. 


You will study: 

• Fine Art Media Skills 

• Lens-based Media (Photography, 

Digital Imaging, Video) 

• Life Drawing 

• Professional Practice 

• Art in the 20th century 

• Fine Art Contemporary Practice 

• Art in Context 

• Contemporary Art in context 

• Work Based Learning Project 

What do I need to get 

on the course 

An A-level pass in an Art and Design 

related subject or equivalent. 

As an international student you are also 

required to have IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 


There are a range of assessment 

methods including assignments, group 

critiques, coursework, exhibition, 

individual and personal tutorials. 




Classroom Teaching/Craft Workshop 

Activity/Library and Learning Resource 

Centre Work/Demonstrations/Lectures/ 

Seminars/Personal and Group Tutorials/ 

Workshops 

What qualification could 



By the end of the two year course you 

will have achieved a Foundation Degree 

in Applied Art. You can then progress 

to the third year at the University of 

Sunderland to gain a BA Hons in Fine 

Art. The Foundation Degree will give you 

the skills to gain work across the creative 

industries. 


BA in Applied Music Practice 



Anyone with an A-level or equivalent, wishing to specialise 

in Music at degree level. 

What do I need to get on the course 

You should be over 18, have a relevant A-level qualification 

or equivalent, together with an IELTS score of 5.5 or 

equivalent to demonstrate your ability in English. 


In the first year of the course you will study: 

• Creative Digital Technologies 

• Practical Arranging 

• Venue Performing 

• Harmony and Analysis 

• Applied Music Project 

• Teaching/Facilitating Skills 

• Health and Safety 

In the second year of the course you will study: 

• Creative Digital Technologies 

• Practical Arranging 

• Venue Performing 

• Harmony and Analysis 

• Applied Music Project 


The course is assessed through practical, written and 

research work, by a panel of assessors. 



Lectures/Seminars/Practical workshops/Independent 

learning/Individual research projects 

What qualification could I achieve and 


Upon successful completion of the course you will achieve 

a Foundation Degree in Applied Music Practice which you 

can top up to a BA (Hons) in Music from the University of 

Sunderland. 


BSc (Hons) in Exercise 

Health and Fitness Degree 




Students who would like to gain 

an experience and knowledge of a 

wide variety of issues surrounding 

exercise, health and fitness including 

physiological, psychological and 

practical topics. 

What are the entry 

requirements 

Students must be aged at least 18 at 

the start of the course and must have 

the equivalent of IELTS 5.5 as well as 

the equivalent of one A-level and GCSE 

passes including Maths. 


• Exercise Management 

• The Health and Fitness sector 

• Anatomy and Physiology of Exercise 

• Public Health 

• Promotion and Exercise 

• Psychology of Exercise 

• Sports Massage Therapy 

• Fitness Testing and Assessment 

• Sports Injuries Management 

• Sociology of Sport 

• Exercise and Health 

• Working with Special Populations 

• Nutrition for Exercise and Sport 

• Personal Training 

• Motor Skills Development 


Through coursework, written projects, 

practical assessment, exams and oral 

presentations. 

What qualification will 



Successful completion of the two year 

course will lead to a Foundation Degree 

in Exercise and Health and Fitness and 

a guaranteed place on the 3rd year 

sports degree courses at University of 

Sunderland where you will be able to 

study for a further one year and obtain 

a full honours degree. Alternatively you 

may choose to seek employment in the 

sport, fitness and exercise industry. 


BSc (Hons) in Foundation 

Degree in Sports Coaching 



This course prepares you for a career in sports, coaching, 

fitness or sports development. You will gain the skills and 

knowledge needed by employers in the industry, including 

physiological, psychological and practical topics. 


You must have the equivalent of one A-level and 3 GCSEs 

including Maths and have an IELTS score of 5.5 or 

equivalent. 


• Coaching Practice 

• Structure and Organisation of Sport 

• Anatomy & Physiology of Exercise 

• Sports Injuries Management 

• Psychology of Sport 

• Fitness Testing and assessment 

• Coaching Theory 

• Motor Skills Development 

• Sociology of Sport Exercise and Health 

• Working with Special populations 

• Principles of Training 

• Nutrition for Exercise and Sport 



learning styles including: 

Lectures, Seminars, Teamwork, small-group learning, 

Workshops, Practical exercises, Computer assisted 

learning, Independent learning, Fieldwork (where students 

may observe and participate in activities or events). 


Through coursework, written projects, practical 

assessment, exams and oral presentations. 

What qualifications will I achieve and 

what will I do after the course 

Upon successful completion of the two years at College 

you will achieve a Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching 

and you will have a guaranteed place on the final year 

of sports courses at the University of Sunderland. 

Alternatively you may chose to seek employment in the 

sport, fitness and exercise industry. 

Expected future 

developments: 

A Foundation Degree in Law is being planned - 

please contact the International Office for more 

details. 


Vocational Teacher 

Training Programme 



HND or Degree graduates or equivalent who would 

like to gain a Further Education Teaching qualification 

to enable them to teach students aged 16+ in 

colleges, schools and other educational institutions. 


You will require a minimum of IELTS 6.5 to gain entry 

to this course. 

You must have a degree or diploma or equivalent in 

the subject you wish to teach. 


• How to teach in further education and 

the lifelong learning sector. 

• How to plan lessons and how to manage 

the classroom to enable learning. 

• How to assess and manage the assessment of 

students’ learning – the principles and practice. 

• Educational Theory relevant to the 

principles and planning of learning. 

You will be expected to study 20 hours per week, 

Monday to Friday. 

Work Placement 

The course requires that students undertake a 

minimum of 150 hours of unpaid teaching practice in 

an appropriate location. The College would normally 

provide you with teaching practice within the College 

or one of its partner organisations. 


The course is continuously assessed throughout the 

year by externally set assignments and observation of 

teaching. There are no examinations. 

What qualification will I achieve 

A Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector 

(DTLS). This Diploma is awarded by City and Guilds, a 

major international UK based awarding body. 


The Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning 

Sector will give you an internationally recognised 

teaching qualification that will qualify you to teach 

in the post 16 educational sector in the UK. Holders 

of the Diploma will have QTLS status (qualified to 

teach in the lifelong learning sector, which is post 16 

education). 



Pre Masters Programme 



This course has been specially designed for HND/ 

Diploma or equivalent holders of any subject who are 

seeking to gain admittance to a Masters in Business 

Studies (MBS) within one academic year at the 


Offering the chance to rapidly improve your language 

skills, whilst at the same time providing you with the 

essential Business knowledge and skills to help you 

pass your Masters, this course offers all graduates a 

wonderful opportunity to save TIME AND MONEY. 


Business Modules: 

The Business and Management modules are designed 

to meet the challenges of modern organisations in a 

wide range of business sectors through a culture of 

innovation and entrepreneurial flair. 

They offer an excellent balance of academic and 

vocational input to develop valuable practical and 

personal management skills. 

Modules covered include: 

• Learning and Information Skills 

• Organisational Behaviour 

• Business Environment 

• Marketing 

• Finance 

• Business Strategy 

• Human Resource Management 

• Research Methods 

• Business Enterprise 

English Modules: 

The English modules of the course will focus on all 

four language skills - reading, writing, listening and 

speaking within a business setting. Students will be 

given intensive pronunciation practice and will be 

introduced to a wide range of business vocabulary 

which will prepare you to cope well with the content 

of the Masters programme. 

Topics covered include: 

• Personal Identification 

• The office, general business 

environment and business routine 

• Entertaining clients, building relationships 

with colleagues and clients 

• Travel/Conferences and meetings 

• Telephone language and skills 

• Health and Safety issues in the workplace 

• Buying and Selling - negotiating 

contracts and agreements etc 

• Results and Achievements - performance, trends etc 

A variety of other relevant topics will also be explored. 


What are the Entry Requirements 

A first degree or 3 year diploma holder in any subject is 

required. You must have the equivalent of IELTS 5.0 to be 

accepted on to this course, since your English must already 

be at a reasonable level to cope with the demands of this 

programme. For students who have not achieved an IELTS 

score of 5.0 or more, you may be required to study our 

IELTS training programme before starting the Pre Masters 

Programme. 

Learning Methods 

Business modules are taught through a combination 

of lectures, practical workshops and seminars. Group 

discussion and debate is also actively encouraged. In all 

Business modules, you will be taught by staff who have 

worked in such areas as finance, retail, manufacturing, 

tourism and leisure & hospitality which ensures you will 

receive practical up-to-date teaching relevant to the world 

of work. 

All students will benefit from an allocated Personal Tutor 

and in addition will receive support and guidance from 

individual Subject Tutors. 

Within the English modules, a variety of teaching and 

learning methods using a communicative approach will be 

used. These will include group and pair work, whole group 

teaching, individual projects and presentations. Students 

will also be expected to complete a number of directed 

learning hours in the Learning Centre or at home. 

Your progress in English will also be continuously 

assessed. You will sit an exam called the Cambridge 

Business English Certificate (BEC) - at Vantage or Higher 

Level to measure your abilities in English. This is an 

internationally recognised certificate. 

What qualifications will I gain on this course 

You will gain a City of Sunderland College Pre Masters 

Programme Certificate upon successful completion of all 

modules of the programme. 

You will also be awarded the Cambridge Business English 

Certificate at ‘Vantage’ level upon successfully passing 

the exam. Stronger candidates may be able to sit the 

examination at ‘Higher’ level. 


This programme has been designed to provide smooth 

progression on to the Masters in Business Studies (MBS) 

programme at the University of Sunderland. For students 

with excellent results, there may be the chance to progress 

to the MA in International Management or the MA in 

Marketing. 

Employment Opportunities 

This programme of study prepares you for a wide range 

of employment opportunities within management 

in fields such as Manufacturing, Construction, IT & 

Telecommunications and Leisure & Tourism. 

Assessment Methods 

Business Management modules will be continuously 

assessed through a variety of methods including reports 

and presentations (these assessments will incorporate 

both individual and group work). 


Short Courses 

Summer / Winter Schools 

In July and August we offer our Summer School programmes which combine the study of 

• English Language and British Culture 

• English Language and Sport 

• English Language and Art & Design 

with seeing the sights of some of the most beautiful places in the United Kingdom as 

well as a wide range of social activities including museum visits, going to places of local 

interest, sports etc. 

Accommodation is arranged in the University of Sunderland’s Halls of Residence. 

Three meals per day are included in the package, catering for a range of diets. 

Visits to various parts of Britain, including Oxford, Cambridge and London are offered. 

Offered as a complete package of English language tuition, accommodation, food, local 

transport and social activities, the programme offers excellent value for money. 

Contact the International Office for dates and prices. 

We offer other types of Summer / Winter School to suit the needs of 

your groups. Please contact us with your requirements. 


Sample Summer School timetable (english language and British culture) 

Morning 9- 12 Lunch Afternoon 1 - 5 Evening Meal Evening 

Monday English classes Lunch in College 

Orientation Game 

in College 

Meal in College 

Film Evening 

Tuesday English classes Lunch in College 

Visit Sunderland 

Museum and 

Winter Gardens 

Meal in Sunderland 

restaurant 

Walk along the River 

Wednesday English classes Lunch in College 

Visit Durham - historic 

university city 

Meal in Durham 

restaurant 

Quiz about British 

Culture 

Thursday English classes Lunch in College 

Sports Activities - 

basketball, football, 

swimming, table tennis 

Meal in College 

Games Evening 

Friday English classes Lunch in College Visit Newcastle Meal in Newcastle Free Evening 

Saturday 

Sunday 

All day trip to Edinburgh (meals included) 

All day trip to the Coast (meals included) 


TKT (Teaching Methodology) 

Summer / Winter Schools 

The College has worked with staff from overseas educational 

institutions for a number of years to improve the western 

pedagogic skills of their teachers of English and now runs the 

Teacher Knowledge Test (TKT) Summer / Winter School. 

The course is ideal for all teachers, whatever their background and teaching experience, 

and for people who would like to teach English but do not have a teaching position. It is 

also suitable for newly qualified graduates. 

What you will study: 

Module 1 - Language and 

background to language 

learning and teaching 

• Describing language and 

language skills 

• Background to language learning 

• Background to language teaching 

Module 2 - Planning lessons 

and use of resources for 

language teaching 

• Planning and preparing a lesson 

or sequence of lessons 

• Selection and use of 

resources and materials 

Module 3 - Managing the 

teaching and learning process 

• Teachers’ and learners’ 

language in the classroom 

• Classroom management 

A new module to be introduced in our 

future courses is the TKT CLIL (Content 

and Language Integrated Learning). 

CLIL is a teaching technique which 

incorporates individual subjects with 

English language teaching. 

This module will be useful for nonnative 

teachers who need to teach their 

subject through the medium of English, 

or for English language teachers who 

wish to extend their range of teaching 

opportunities to other subjects. 

Please contact the International Office 

for details of dates and prices for this 

course. 

Additional Information 

The course runs over 3 weeks in College 

combined with a one week sight seeing 

tour of the UK. 

*We can design a course to suit the 

requirements of year group. Please 

contact us with details of your needs. 



How to Apply to City of Sunderland College 

Please note this process will change in the spring of 2009 when the new Points Based System is introduced. 

1 

You 

Complete the Application Form contained in this prospectus and return to us by post or fax. 

Please remember to attach copies of your School/College certificates or diplomas to the 

application form, including all English Language qualifications (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL). 

2 

College 

We will assess your application and make a decision within 5 working days. If your 

application is successful, a conditional offer letter will be sent to you (posted, faxed or 

emailed) and we will ask you to pay the first instalment of your fees and to send us the 

‘offer response’ and ‘student consent’ forms. 

3 

You 

4 

College 

5 

You 

6 

British High 

Commission 

7 

You 

Make fee payment to the College via the International Office, send ‘offer response’ form and 

‘student consent’ form to the International Office. 

On receipt of your deposit we will send an unconditional offer letter, which can be 

used to apply for your student visa (should you require one). 

Send all the documents listed on the visa application guidance to the 

British High Commission in your country to apply for a student visa. 

Assess the documents and, if all criteria are met, visa is granted. 

Inform the College that your visa has been granted and tell them your flight 

details/accommodation request. 

8 

College Arrange airport pick up and accommodation for you. 

9 

You Arrive in Sunderland, enrol at the College, complete your Induction and begin your studies. 





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Telephone: 0044 191 511 6727 

Fax: 0044 191 511 6825 

Email: international@citysun.ac.uk 

International Office, Bede Centre 

City of Sunderland College 

Durham Road, Sunderland 

SR3 4AH, United Kingdom

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