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+2012-13undergraduate andpostgraduate prospectusincluding EnglishLanguage Courses++south-thames.ac.uk/international

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096contents+++The information in this prospectuswas, to the best of our knowledge,accurate when we went to print. Weare constantly reviewing our facilitiesand the courses we offer, and detailsare therefore subject to change.2

1CONTENTSwhy choose south thames college 3english language courses 8undergraduate and postgraduate courses 20university preparation programmes 22art and design 36business and management 41construction and engineering 58hair and beauty 64health and social care 70information technology and computing 78media, multimedia, music and performance 82sport and leisure 99travel and tourism 102accommodation 113student support 117fees and finance 119how to apply 124work placements for students 126how to find us 128

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+WHY CHOOSE SOUTH THAMES COLLEGE LONDON++why choosesouth thamescollege londonSouth Thames College London(STCL) has a long tradition ofdelivering top quality courses,and an excellent record ofteaching international and UKstudents of all abilities. We haveprepared many thousands ofstudents for further studies andfor the global workplace.Below are just some of thereasons why we continue toattract international students.Read on to find out more aboutwhat we can offer you. We hopeto welcome you to STCL soon.First-Class LearningFacilitiesWe believe you deserve anexcellent study environment. Wehave recently invested over £100million in our campuses andfacilities, to allow you to learn andpractise the skills that you need.Our buildings have wi-fi accessthroughout, and most of ourclassrooms are equipped withsmart-boards and have individualPC work stations for students.Course ChoiceWhatever your interests andeducational background, we havethe course that suits you: fromEnglish language training tointernationally recognisedqualifications includingundergraduate and postgraduateprogrammes.Subject AreasYou can choose from a widevariety of subjects. We offer artand design, business andmanagement, ICT and computing,construction and engineering,3

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096The Campusand Aroundhair and beauty, health and socialcare and media, multimedia,music and performance arts,for example.VisasWe are a Government-sponsoredcollege, and a UK Border AgencyHighly Trusted sponsor for Tier 4Student Visas. We can issueCASs for Student Visaapplications. All courses in thisprospectus meet UKBA studentvisa regulations; they are ‘fulltime’programmes.Top quality ataffordable pricesFrom your first enquiry to yourlast day of studies with us weoffer personalised attention andthe highest teaching quality.Many of our teaching staff areindustry experts. Our servicesinclude accommodation services,airport pick-ups, visa advice,induction seminars, state-of-theartfacilities and career advice.DiversityYou will join a thriving communityof over 25,000 students from theUK and all over the world withmany different backgrounds andinterests.Where you studySouth Thames College Londonhas two large campuses and twosmaller centres in South-WestLondon. International Studentsstudy at our campuses inWandsworth and Merton (see mapon page 127). These campusesare ideal locations with easyaccess to the city centre and itsexciting nightlife and museums,and there are many affordableaccommodation options nearby.Learning resourcesOur Learning Resource Centreshave a wide range of books,videos and journals which areavailable to you once you enrol asan STC student. You can bookcomputers to work on yourassignments and access internetresources and materials throughour on-line learning environment,STC live.Work out and socialiseon campusWe run sports sessions at ourWandsworth campus atlunchtimes and in the earlyevening. These include men’s andwomen’s football, table tennis,basketball and weight training.4

WHY CHOOSE SOUTH THAMES COLLEGE LONDONWhen you enrol at the College youalso become a member of theStudent Union. This entitles you toset up a club or society, organisea social event and have a say inthe running of your college.RefreshmentsThere is a wide range of places toeat and drink on or close to thecampus. Our main Wandsworthcampus has three cafés whereyou can sit and relax with a coffeeor have lunch with your friends.There are also lots of shops andrestaurants nearby.London lifeLiving in London gives you accessto all that this great city offers:culture, social events, business,fashion and history are all right onyour doorstep.London on a budgetStudents get 30% discount ontravel in London. Sightseeing andentry to many museums andgalleries is free. Many shops,cinemas, and theatres also offerstudent discounts.“Nowhere in the world can rival London as a place to study.It has a combination of academic excellence, a rich artisticand cultural heritage and is positioned at the centre ofglobal business. with students from 200 countries, Londontruly Is a world city.” Boris Johnson, Mayor of London5

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Levels of the UKQualification FrameworkAll our qualifications are nationallyand internationally recognised.They are part of the UKGovernment’s Qualification andCurriculum Framework (QCF,previously called the NationalQualification Framework, NQF).This is organised into a structureof levels — see the chart on theopposite page for moreinformation.All courses except English listed inthis prospectus specify a QCFlevel next to the course orqualification title. (For Englishcourses, we and UKBA use theCEFR level system - CommonEuropean Framework ofReference for languages).Tier 4 StudentVisasAll Courses exceptEnglishIf you are aged 18 or over, youcan apply for a Tier 4 Student Visafor a course or qualification at UKQCF level 3 or higher.If you are aged 16-17, you canapply for a Tier 4 Child StudentVisa only for a course orqualification at UK QCF level 2.English CoursesYou can only apply for a Tier 4Student Visa for an English courseor qualification at CEFR B2 level orhigher.Alternatively, you can apply for anExtended Student Visitor Visa(ESVV, for an English course atany level, up to a maximum of 11months); or for a Student VisitorVisa (SVV, for a maximum of6 months).More information on our coursesand levels of English see pages8-19.6

WHY CHOOSE SOUTH THAMES COLLEGE LONDONQCF FrameworkDSMLMA/MScMBA (Top-up)BA/BSc DegreeABE GraduateDiplomaBA (Top-up)ABE HigherDiplomaBTEC NationalUniversity FoundationProgrammeACCESS to HEA Levelsenglish for internationalstudentsBTEC FirstQCFGCSE= High SchoolYear 127

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESSouth Thames College offers awide range of courses forInternational students at all levelsexcept beginners. You can studyGeneral or Business Englishcourses, or select AcademicEnglish to help you prepare forIELTS exams- we can advisewhich courses will be suitable foryou.Most English courses at STCL areorganised in periods of aboutthree months, called a term. Youcan study English with us for up totwo years. Courses usually start inSeptember, January, April andJuly. Our summer courseprogramme runs from July toAugust.Recognised Quality• STCL is a member ofEnglish UK, the nationalassociation of accreditedEnglish language centres• Our English courses meetthe quality standardsof Accreditation UKand are accredited bythe British Council• We are a major UK centrefor Cambridge Englishexaminations and the BritishCouncil / Cambridge IELTS• All STCL courses are includedin the quality assuranceprocedures of UK stateeducation. Our Englishdepartment was rated‘outstanding’ by Ofsted• All our courses are ofthe highest academicstandard and our studentsachieve excellent results9

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096LalidaJaemsiriprom,ThailandEnglish,Autumn 2011“I enjoy studying atSTCL. It is reallydifferent from myprevious languageschool. Here there areexcellent facilities andan academic environment that helps students have the willingness tostudy. The location is good, and it’s really close to Clapham Junction.My teacher is great, and he involves all the students in the lessons.I like using the interactive whiteboards, they help make the lessonsmore interesting.”“All the staff are friendly. The college is safe and secure and I like thestudent ID passes. The campus is huge and you can even get lost,especially in your first few days! It is nice studying somewhere reallybig where there are so many other students. When I have finishedmy course, I would like to study a Masters programme in the UK.”Marcos Lira“I chose South Thames College because I could start with an Englishcourse and then continue with my postgraduate business managementstudies. What’s more important,the programme includes a workplacement.”“Everything is absolutelyoutstanding at the college. I havenever seen anything like thefacilities here. The class rooms areamazing and the whole learningtechnology behind the classesthemselves is really, really good.”10

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESEnglish Levels andQualifications at STCLEIS levelCEFR General EnglishGeneral EnglishAdvanced 2 C2 CPE -ProficiencyBusinessEnglishAcademicEnglishIELTSAdvanced 1 C1 CAE - Advanced BEC IELTSUpper Intermediate B2 FCE - First BEC IELTSVantageIntermediate B1 PET -Preliminary TestLate Elementary A2 KET - Key Testand Intermediate 1BECPreliminaryIELTS++CPE - Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in EnglishCAE - Cambridge Certificate of Advanced EnglishFCE - Cambridge First Certificate in EnglishPET - Cambridge Preliminary English TestKET - Cambridge Key English TestBEC - Cambridge Business English CertificateIELTS - International English Language Testing SystemExamination Dates and FeesCambridge ExamsWe offer FCE, CAE, CPE, KET, PET and BEC in June, December andMarch. Registration fees currently are:£30 - £80.IELTSNormally available 4 times each year; the IELTS entry fee is currently£110. (January 2012)11

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096General EnglishGeneral English is suitable if you:• need to communicate in English in everyday situations• want to obtain Cambridge Englishqualifications to help your career• want English classes that include a focuson living and working in the UK• want to prepare for other English studies• want to progress to Academic English or otherstudies but do not have the required levelCourse Content• You will work on all language skills: grammar, vocabulary,reading, writing, listening, speaking and pronunciation• Classes include cultural aspects ofcommunication and skills for UK life• Support at every step before and during your studies with us• Self-study material, including audio and video, andinternet / E-mail in our Learning Resource CentreCourse Datesand duration 1See page 15 formore informationTimes09:00-12:30 or13:30-17:00 (includinghalf-hour break)LocationWandsworthStudy Mode15 hours per week 2Feessee page 15QualificationsYou can prepare for a Cambridge English exam suchas First or Advanced Certificate. Some studentsachieve 2 or 3 of these during their time with us.ProgressionYou can progress to one of South Thames College’sundergraduate or postgraduate courses or find a job.1 If places are availableafter a course hasstarted and you wantto study for morethan 1 term, you canjoin a course, afterit has started, onany Monday in thefirst half of a term.2 If you study GeneralEnglish in the morningyou can add Englishtop-up classes tomake your studyprogramme 16.5,18 or 20 hours perweek (see page 16).3 Some GeneralEnglish classes haveadditional lessonswith a trainee teacher;you will be told inadvance and feesare slightly lower.12

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESAcademic English / IELTSEnglish for Undergraduate StudyEnglish for Postgraduate Study or Professional RegistrationAcademic English is perfect if you:• need English and study skills preparation for further studyin English - undergraduate (pre-degree) and postgraduate(pre-masters) - or for professional registration• need to obtain or improve your IELTS score• want to study in a lively academic environmentwhere English is used all around you• want English classes that include a focuson living and studying in the UK• have at least a good Intermediate level of EnglishCourse Content• The main focus is the core skills of English -reading, writing, listening and speaking - andlanguage development in an academic context• You will also practise study skills in English• Intensive and extensive reading, note taking fromtexts and lectures, summary and reformulation,academic writing and presentation• IELTS test preparation• Classes include cultural aspects ofcommunication and skills for UK lifeQualifications• You can prepare for IELTS• We normally make this test available 4 times eachyear: March, June, August and DecemberNext Steps / ProgressionOther undergraduate or postgraduate studiesat STCL or another college or university.Course Datesand duration 1See page 15 formore informationTimes09:00-12:30 or13:30-17:00 (includinghalf-hour break)LocationWandsworthStudy Mode15 hours per week 2Feessee page 151 If places are availableafter a course has startedand you want to study formore than 1 term, you canjoin a course, after it hasstarted, on any Mondayin the first half of a term.2 If you study AcademicEnglish in the morningyou can add Englishtop-up classes to makeyour study programme16.5, 18 or 20 hours perweek (see page 16).13

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Business EnglishThis is perfect if you:• need to improve your Englishskills for professional ormanagerial purposes andcommunicate better in Englishin business situations• want Cambridge Englishqualifications to help yourinternational career• want to study in a lively learningenvironment where Englishis used all around you• want to prepare for a workplacement / internship• have at least upperintermediate level EnglishCourse Content• Communication inan English-speakinginternational professional,managerial environment• You will study language typicallyused in business situations,both formal and informal.Communication in class involvesthe real world. There is a specialemphasis on vocabulary• The study programme dependson the needs and interestsof the students in the class.Teachers decide on thecontent for a class at the startof a term, through tests andconsultation with studentsIn general, however, your studieswill include the language andterminology of subjects such as:• Negotiating• Presentations• Import / Export• Making Conditions• Proposing / RecommendingClasses include cultural aspects ofcommunication and skills for UK life.Qualifications• You can prepare for aCambridge BusinessEnglish Certificate - BEC• BEC is available at threelevels - see page 11• The exams are available inMarch, June or DecemberNext Steps / ProgressionYou can progress to one of SouthThames College’s undergraduate orpostgraduate courses or find a job.14

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESEnglish Course Fees2012- 2013Course Datesand duration 1See table for moreinformationTimes09:00-12:30 or13:30-17:00 (includinghalf-hour break)LocationWandsworthStudy Mode15 hours 2FeesSee table for moreinformation1 If places are availableafter a course has startedand you want to study formore than 1 term, you canjoin a course, after it hasstarted, on any Mondayin the first half of a term.2 If you study BusinessEnglish in the morningyou can add Englishtop-up classes to makeyour study programme18, 20 or 21 hours perweek (see page 16).General and Business English, AcademicEnglish (English for Undergraduateor Post-Graduate Study)all 15 hours per week16 April - 29 June 2012 £1,02016 April - 10 August 2012 £1,59016 April - 12 December 2012 (including Summer) £2,65516 April 2012 - 22 March 2013 (3 terms) £3,08016 April 2012 - 22 March 2013 (4£3,325terms including Summer 2012)02 July - 12 December 2012, 19 weeks £1,71002 July 2012 - 22 March 2013, 31 weeks£2,775(3 terms including Summer 2012)02 July 2012 - 28 June 2013, 42 weeks£3,710(4 terms including Summer 2012)23 July - 12 December 2012, 16 weeks £1,44023 July 2012 - 22 March 2013 £2,43023 July 2012 - 28 June 2013 £3,45506 September - 12 December 2012 £1,17006 September 2012 - 22 March 2013 £2,16006 September 2012 - 28 June£3,2002013, 36 weeks (3 Terms)06 September 2012 - 09 August 2013, 42£3,710weeks (4 terms including Summer)15

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096English Top-up ClassesThese are extra classes that you can take in addition to your morningEnglish classes of 15 hours per week. As well as helping you learn Englishmore quickly, you will have the opportunity to study with some of ourpart-time students who are in London for a wide range of reasons.Business English• 5 hours per week, evenings only• If you take General orAcademic English classes inthe morning, you can add thisto your study programmeFeesJanuary - March 2012 term, £315.April - July 2012 term, £340.September - December 2012 £390.Academic English• 5 hours per week, 2 afternoons• If you take General orBusiness English classes inthe morning, you can add thisto your study programmeFeesJanuary - March 2012 term, £315.April - July 2012 term, £340.September - December 2012 £390.Academic Writing• 3 hours per week, 2 afternoons(30 hours total over 10 weeks)• For Intermediate and UpperIntermediate level students todevelop Academic writing skills• Includes additional writingpreparation for the IELTS examFees£180Writing Skills• 3 hours per week, 2 afternoons(30 hours total over 10 weeks)• For Intermediate and UpperIntermediate level students• Includes additional writingpreparation for CambridgeEnglish examsFees£180Pronunciation• 3 hours per week, 2 afternoons(30 hours total over 10 weeks)• For lower level students -Elementary to IntermediateFees£18016

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESBritish Culture• 3 hours per week (2 afternoons)x 10 weeks, 30 hours total• Upper Intermediate andAdvanced levels• Learn more about British societyand culture. Content includes:British and Anglo-Irish literatureand drama; ‘pop-Britain’- music,fashion etc. from the 1960s tonow; immigration in the UK;general history of the Englishlanguage and much moreFees£180Preparing for Work• 1.5 hours per week• Upper Intermediate andAdvanced levels• Course content includesguidance on the UK jobapplication process andexpectations of employers,CV preparation and interviewtechniques, presentations forwork and career development.Work for the Edexcel WorkSkillsCertificate, level 3Fees£180Teaching Knowledge Test• 4 hours per week (Tuesdayand Thursday afternoons,14:00-16:00) x 10 weeks• Good Intermediatelevel and above• This course prepares you for theCambridge Teaching KnowledgeTest - TKT - if you want to bringyour English up to the levelrequired for Cambridge CELTA.Content includes: methodology,classroom management,language awareness (grammar,pronunciation, vocabulary, etc.)Fees£28517

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096English Summer CoursesWe offer English summer courses in July and Augusteach year. Classes will be in the morning and possiblythe early afternoon, so you can spend the rest of theday, and your weekends, exploring all the attractions ofLondon. Classes typically have 16 to 20 students.During our summer courses we offer an extensive socialprogramme, such as London walks, pub visits or trips toother cities. The trips cost around £10 to £20 for the bus,refreshments and entrance to places of interest are extra.ContentYou can choose from General or Academic English programme(for details of the course content see pages 12-17).Main classes are in the morning; 09:00 - 12:30 (includinga short break), Monday to Friday, 15 hours per week.You can add a top-up class for an extra hour per day, 13:00to 14:00 to make 20 hours per week; or choose Pronunciationor Conversation and Discussion as your Option Class.Course Datesand durationSee page 15 formore informationDuration3 or 6 weeks;Pre-Sessional Englishor Academic English:6 weeks onlyLocationWandsworthStudy Mode15 or 20 hoursper weeksCourse Fees 2012See page 15 for moreinformation18

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSESCourses for TeachingEnglish - ELTSTCL has run training courses for English language teachersfor many years, and is a Cambridge English approved centrefor CELTA and other ELT qualifications. ELT Course TeamLeaders have many years of teacher training experience, in theUK and around the world, as well as considerable experienceof running CELTA courses. Their teacher training includeswork with various organisations. The team has considerableexperience of teaching in the UK and many other countries.CELTA - Certificate in EnglishLanguage Teaching to AdultsCambridge CELTA is an internationally recognisedand respected ELT qualification; participants mayalready have some teaching experience.Our CELTA courses are open to non-native speakers butrequire a good level of analytical awareness of the languageas well as a high level of written and spoken English.Non-native speakers should normally have the CambridgeCertificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or equivalentAdmission includes an interview, which can be by telephone.Course Datesand duration 1See page 15 formore informationDuration4 weeksLocationWandsworthStudy ModeFull time, 15+ hoursCourse Fees 2012See page 15 for moreinformationCourse Content• Classroom management skills• Development of language skills• Use of a course book, supplementarymaterials and hardware• Analysis of English from non-native learners’ point of view• Lesson planning (presentation and practice)• Teaching of pronunciationQualificationsCambridge CELTA.Next steps / ProgressionInitial English teaching position.19

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096undergraduateandpostgraduatecoursesStudying with STCLThe College is proud of its high teaching standards and excellentacademic support for students through its tutorial system.When you become a student at STCL, you will be expected to workindependently, and encouraged to take responsibility for your studies.Our teaching methods are designed to help you think for yourself, andyour tutorials will help you to develop this skill. You will be givenopportunities to contribute ideas and work alongside other students ongroup tasks.20

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESTeachingtypically involves• lectures and classes• tutorials (in groups or 1-1)• projects and assignments• group work and discussion• independent study; reading,research and preparationAssessmenttypically involves• assignments• examsStudy ModeInternational students have 15-18hours per week of classes.You will also need to do 10-15hours per week of private study.This might include homework,group or project work,assignments, exams and revisionor class preparation and reading.Entry RequirementsEducation: See each coursedescription for specificrequirements.For art, design, creative orperformance courses, you mustalso submit a portfolio or otherevidence of creative work.English: See each coursedescription for specificrequirements, but our typicalrequirement is:• IELTS: 6.0, minimum5.5 in each sectionThe College can only acceptstudents aged 16 and older.Students aged 16-17 must haveconfirmed guardianshiparrangements in London, eitherwith family or friends, or speciallyarranged. Details of thesearrangements must be confirmedto the College and UK BorderAgency prior to arrival.21

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UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESA Levels, Level 3A Levels are the core UK entryqualification for higher educationor university, and are mainlyfor students aged 16-19.An A Level course lasts two years.It includes the AS (AdvancedSubsidiary) Level in year 1, followedby A2 (Advanced) Level year 2.Depending on your timetable,you will probably attend collegeon 4 or 5 days per week if youare studying an A Level course.South Thames College has anexcellent A Level pass rate -100% in some subjects.Entry RequirementsEducation: Standard entryrequirements are 5 GCSEsgrades A-C including English andMaths, or a good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year11) or international equivalent.For art and design subjects you alsoneed a portfolio of creative work.See each subject descriptionfor specific requirements.English: IELTS score of 6.0 (minimumof 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Next StepProgress to a degree orother higher education.SubjectsYou can choose a maximum offive AS subjects in year 1. Youusually choose four of these tofocus on at A2 level in year 2.Humanities• English Language and Literature• English Literature• Government and Politics• History• Law• Sociology• PsychologyBusiness and Computing• Information CommunicationTechnology (ICT)• Business StudiesMaths and Science• Physics• Chemistry• Biology• MathematicsLanguages• German• UrduMedia, Film and Theatre• Drama and Theatre Studies• Film Studies• Media StudiesContinued overleaf >23

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096(Subjects continued)Art and Design• Fine Art• Graphic Communication• Textiles DesignYou will have academic studyskills support in addition to yourchosen subjects, and if necessary,additional English language support.Please see the following pagesfor more detailed informationabout each A Level course.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 years; 1 year for ASplus 1 year for A2LocationMerton campusCourse Fees£5,995 per yearArt and DesignFine ArtThis hands-on subject gives youthe skills to develop your personalartistic direction. You can experimentwith new materials, media andtechniques, and expand yourknowledge of other artists andcultures. It can be combined withTextile Design, Graphic Design,and Media Studies, but may alsobe taken with other subjects.It is assessed through courseworkand external practical tests. Our artcourses have an excellent successrecord, and Fine Art has had a100% pass rate for several years.Next Steps: Usually to study artat university or art college.Entry Requirements: Entryqualifications must include GCSEArt and Design or equivalent. Youneed a portfolio of your work.Graphic CommunicationTeaches you how to communicateclear and powerful messages usingtext and imagery. It includes projectsin advertising, illustration, packagingand typography. You will developideas through sustained explorationof art and graphics materialsand processes. You will gain anunderstanding of the work of otherdesigners and illustrators and the24

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESability to articulate a design brief.Next Steps: Graphic Designcombines well with other A Levelsin visual arts or with media studies.You can progress to design coursesat university or art college, foremployment in fields such asadvertising and product promotionEntry Requirements: Entryqualifications must include GCSEArt and Design or equivalent. Youneed a portfolio of your work.Textiles DesignYou develop knowledge of fashionand textile design whilst working onyour portfolio. Visits to exhibitionsand exposure to other artists’ workare important parts of the course.You will develop your practicalskills in areas such as printing anddyeing, embroidery, drawing andcollage. Experimentation with colour,pattern and design is encouraged.Assessment is through practicalcoursework and a final examination.Next Steps: Students can developtheir skills in textiles and fashion onhigher courses in these subjectsat university or art college.Entry Requirements: Entryqualifications must include GCSEArt and Design or equivalent. Youneed a portfolio of your work. Youdo not need previous experienceof working with textiles.Fashion and Clothing,Edexcel BTEC Level3 DiplomaIntroduces you to fashion, clothingand textile design, and extends yourknowledge and practical skills. TheNational Diploma is equivalent tothree A Levels; its 12 units include:• Drawing Development• Historical and ContextualUnderstanding• Materials, Techniquesand Processes• Ideas and Concepts• Visual CommunicationIn addition to these core units,specialist units are offered,including fashion, design, textileexploration, surface pattern andprinted textiles. Students areassessed by practical assignments.Next Steps: Successful studentscan progress to degree or diplomacourses at arts institutions.Entry Requirements: Entryqualifications must include GCSEArt and Design or equivalent. Youneed a portfolio of your work.Continued overleaf >25

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Maths andScienceBiologyIn year 1 (AS Level), you studykey topics such as cell structureand biochemistry, moving on tolook at gene technology and cropplants. Year 2 (A2 Level) coversinheritance, evolution, environmentand ecosystems, and physiology.Next Steps: It can lead to avariety of degrees and careers,ranging from medicine or foodtechnology to sports scienceand environmental research.Entry Requirements: Level 2 inmaths and a science is essential.ChemistryThis covers topics including atomicstructures, chemical bonding,kinetics, organic chemistry, transitionmetals and electrochemistry.It will develop your skills innumeracy, problem solving andwritten and oral communication.Students often combinechemistry with other sciences.Next Steps: It is good preparationfor degree-level study in anyscientific field. Students can go onto fields such as pharmaceuticals,engineering, energy and agricultureEntry Requirements: Level 2 inmaths and a science essentialMathematicsThis covers the essential puremathematical disciplines includingAlgebra, Geometry, and Calculus.Maths combines well with otherA Levels, especially science andcomputing. There is a choice ofapplication mathematics modules ofStatistics or Mechanics; this choicedepends on other subjects taken.AS Level Maths keeps your optionsopen for scientific study in the future.Next Steps: It is a highlyvalued qualification and arequirement for many universitycourses and careers in areassuch as science, engineering,computing and accounting.Entry Requirements: A good scorein Maths at level 2 is essentialPhysicsThis course appeals to studentswho enjoy solving problems andcarrying out investigations withimaginative and logical thought.You study a range of theories andprinciples of modern physics. Year1 includes topics such as particles,radiation, quantum phenomena,mechanics and electrical currents.Year 2 covers nuclear physics,and you have a choice of furtherstudy in astrophysics, medicalphysics, electronics, appliedphysics or the history of physics.Next Steps: It can lead to a careerin sciences, engineering, electronics26

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESand other industries and is alsoa useful support subject for thestudy of other areas of science.Entry Requirements: Double scienceor physics at level 2. A good scorein Maths at level 2 is essential.Business andComputingBusiness StudiesConcentrating on the fourfoundations of business - Marketing,Finance, Human Resources andProduction - this teaches not onlythe principles of business successbut also essential transferable skillssuch as teamwork, presentingand report writing. It combineswith all subjects and givesyou options for degree studyor entering the job market.Next Steps: Business skills giveyou a big advantage in your futurestudies and career. There is alarge range of business-relateddegrees, such as finance, serviceindustries, retail and marketing.Entry Requirements: Maths atlevel 2.Information CommunicationTechnology (ICT)Primarily for students who aim towork in information technology,information systems andcomputing. AS modules includestudy of technologies which allowpeople to access and exchangeinformation electronically andtransactional websites in today’sglobal markets. A2 modules includedesigning and creating relationaldatabases and technically complexspreadsheets. The course coversformal project management toolsusing specialist software.Next Steps: It is an excellentqualification for universityentry or work, and combineswell with business studies andmaths. IT professionals areemployed in all industries.Entry Requirements: Some previousstudy of ICT is an advantage.HumanitiesEnglish Languageand LiteratureThis course provides an opportunityto analyse written and spokenlanguage using a literary andlinguistic approach. You will studynovels, poetry and drama from arange of eras and cultures, focusingon how writers use language intheir work. You cannot combine thiswith English Literature (below).Continued overleaf >27

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Next Steps: It is ideal for entry todegrees in arts and humanities,as well as further study inEnglish language or literature.Entry Requirements: English aboveminimum level is preferred, andsome previous study of EnglishLiterature is an advantage.English LiteratureThis focuses on classicdrama, novels and poetry,from Shakespeare through tocontemporary writing. The AS Leveltypically includes a 19th Centurynovel, the work of a leading poet,and a post-1990 text, which formsthe basis for coursework. The A2will also include a Shakespeareplay as well as further prose andpoetry. English Literature combineswell with other A Levels.You cannot combine itwith English Literature andLanguage A Level (above).Next Steps: It is ideal for entry todegrees in arts and humanities,as well as further study in Englishliterature, theatre or film.Entry Requirements: English aboveminimum level is preferred, andsome previous study of EnglishLiterature is an advantage.Government and PoliticsEnables students to gain anunderstanding of how Britainis governed. There are units incitizenship and democracy, majorinstitutions of government, andcontroversial issues of today, suchas race and ethnicity, the WelfareState, Northern Ireland, the EUand crime and law. This combineswell with Law, Sociology, Historyand other humanities subjects.Next Steps: It is a good entryqualification for degrees in socialsciences, humanities and arts. It isgood preparation for work in areassuch as law and local government.HistoryThis A Level investigates ModernAmerican and general history,and England in the 16th and 17thCenturies. It provides coverage ofevents of the Early Modern past,and an opportunity to analysethe contemporary world.Students cover four units of study,including post-War Americanhistory, 20th Century Germany,the reigns of Henry VIII, James Iand Charles I, and the Civil Wars.It combines well with manysubjects, particularly Englishand other humanities.Next Steps: It can lead to adegree in the subject but is also arespected qualification for a rangeof other subjects and careers.28

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESLawIn the first year, you focus onunderstanding the English legalsystem, including the operation ofthe police and Criminal EvidenceAct, the court system and legalprofessionals at work. Students alsolearn about the many sources oflaw and will gain skills for StatutoryInterpretation and a groundingin European Law. This providesa foundation for the second yearand an in-depth study of TortLaw. The course includes optionalvisits to key London courts,Parliament, and the Royal Instituteof Psychiatry, for example.Next Steps: It is highly regardedaround the world and can lead toentry to many careers besides law.Entry Requirements: English aboveminimum level is preferred.PsychologyPsychology, the study of socialand individual behaviour, is usefulfor a wide range of future careers,particularly in health and socialcare, education, research andbusiness. It covers all the majorareas of psychology, includingsocial psychology, developmentalpsychology and perspectivesand research methods. Itprovides a thorough introductionto psychological theory andpractice and will help you developanalytical skills, interpretation andevaluation. It combines well withboth sciences and humanities.Next Steps: It is suitable forprogression to a variety ofdegrees and careers.Entry Requirements: Maths atlevel 2.SociologyHelps you develop an understandingof society - how it is organised, whystructures exist, and why peoplebehave as they do. Topics coveredinclude the family, the educationsystem, crime, religion, politicsand the media. You learn aboutsocial research - the methodssociologists use to find out aboutsociety and people. Students gainuseful transferable skills and studytechniques, making this coursesuitable for combination withmany other subjects. This is oftenstudied at AS Level by studentswho want a broad base of subjects.It is ideal for students who wantto increase their awareness andunderstanding of modern Britain.Next Steps: It is widely acceptedfor entry to degree courses.Continued overleaf >29

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096LanguagesGermanLearn German by looking at topicalissues, such as the environment,citizenship and internationalpolitics. Students also studyGerman society and culturethrough texts, newspapers, audiovisualmaterials, novels, filmsand the internet. German is usedactively in all classes to makestudents familiar with speaking andlistening as well as written work.Next Steps: It is a valuable languagefor future Career Opportunities, andis useful for anyone intending tostudy languages at degree level.Entry Requirements: You must havea level 2 qualification or should bea native speaker of the language.UrduThe focus is on speaking, listening,reading and writing skills; studentsare encouraged to use the languageinside and outside the classroom.You will also study Urdu throughcultural and religious topics, makinguse of literature, newspapersand audio-visual materials.Next Steps: It is a valuablequalification for university entry,this course will also be useful inemployment such as interpreting andtranslation as well as work withinthe Urdu-speaking community.Entry Requirements: You musthave a level 2 qualification or be anative speaker of the language.Media, Film andTheatreDrama and Theatre StudiesThis course offers an introductionto theatre for students with anenthusiastic interest in drama. Itmixes practical work with study ofplays and performance. As well asdevising group projects you studyplays in text and performance, lookat the work of theatre practitionersand explore design and technicalaspects of production. You areencouraged to respond to theatrein a creative and individual way.Next Steps: It is ideal entry todegree-level study in a range ofarts and humanities subjects, aswell as further study in theatre.Film StudiesLooks at film as mass media andart. Film Studies has similarities tothe study of literature and media,and therefore combines well withEnglish and Media Studies or otherhumanities subjects. You analyseand interpret films, learning thecritical languages that have been30

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESused to develop the medium. Youwill look at Hollywood, Britishcinema, documentary and narrative,early cinema, censorship, productionvalues and film promotion.Next Steps: Film Studies is availablefor degree level study and is asuitable qualification for otherarts and humanities courses.Media StudiesYear 1(AS Level) deals with a rangeof media including newspapers,TV and the internet and addressesissues such as representation andwhat the media means. You willbe involved in producing mediaprojects, including videos where youwill use digital cameras and editing.Year 2 (A2 Level) focuses on mediaas industries and the impact ofglobalisation, the internet anddigital technology. Students lookat representation of ethnicity,gender, society and morality.Next Steps: It equips youfor degrees in media, arts orhumanities courses and careers inareas such as journalism, leisure,research, and media industries.“Nothing is more rewardingthan seeing our learnersflourish and succeed atcollege or at work.”Roberto Palma-Forjan,Teacher31

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UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESUniversity FoundationProgramme, Level 3This course is designed to prepare international studentsfor progression to university level studies. During the courseyou will develop knowledge in your chosen subject area,improve your English skills, academic communication andstudy skills as well as experience academic study in the UK.Course ContentYou can choose one of these specialist subjects:• Business• LawThe different pathways have a core element of Mathsand IT. You will study your specialist subject andEnglish language, including IELTS preparation.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthFees£6,500AssessmentYou will be assessed on your chosen subject with essays,assignments and presentations, and some exams.You will take an external test/exam (IELTS),towards the end of course, and complete somecontinuous assignments and presentations.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leavingcertificate (at least year 12) or equivalent.English: IELTS Overall Score of 5.0 (4.5 minimum in eachsection), Cambridge First Certificate in English or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesYou can progress to a Degree, Foundation Degree orHND at South Thames College, or at a university.Our UFP qualifications are nationally recognised andaccepted, and you can apply (with help from STCL)to all UK universities through UCAS, the UK centralorganisation for UK higher education applications.33

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Access to HigherEducation, Level 3These are intensive one-yearcourses in a variety of subjects,designed for students aged 20 andover. An Access course is rightfor you if you want to go on to UKdegree or other higher education.It includes tutorial sessions to helpwith your UCAS applications.STCL offers the followingAccess pathways:• Business• Law• Media• Humanities and Social Sciences• Health and Human Sciences• Nursing• Performing Arts• Social Work• Education StudiesCourse ContentBusinessSpecialist Business units includingMarketing, Planning, Strategy,Operations, Business Environment,Human Resources and Finance toprepare them for degree study.LawSpecialist law units including legalresearch skills, criminal law, tort,sources of law and common lawcontact and employment law toprepare you for degree study.MediaCombines theoretical and practicalapproaches to the study ofmodern media technologies. Youwill learn how to write featuresand news articles, make digitalfilms and design and createmultimedia web pages.Humanities and Social SciencesHumanities and Social Sciencesstudents choose three subjectsfrom the following list: HistoricalStudies, Literatures, Linguistics,Sociology and Psychology.Health and Human ScienceCombines practical learning withtheory and study skills. Subjectsinclude Chemistry, PhysiologyNutrition and Physics.NursingModules include NursingStudies, Physiology, Social,Psychology and Nutrition.Performing ArtsYou will work with industryprofessionals on a series ofproductions. Classes includeActing, Dance and AuditionTechniques and much more.Social WorkA mix of practical learning insocial work and theory. Studysubjects include Psychology,Professional Studies, Sociology,Maths and Social Policy.34

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMMESEducation StudiesFor people aiming to take upteaching as a career. You will takeeducation studies plus two furthersubjects chosen from a list.In all subject areas youwill study ICT.AssessmentAssessment methods depend on thesubject area you study, but generallyinclude essays, assignments,presentations and some exams.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year 12)or equivalent. For science courses,you must have good grades in atleast three science subjects.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesYou can progress to a degreeor other higher education atSouth Thames College orprogress to university.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworth or MertonCourse Fees£5,995Tayyab Zahoor(ACCESS toHealth andHumanSciences)commends theCollege’s positiveenvironment.35

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ART AND DESIGNEdexcel BTEC Foundation Diplomain Art and Design, Level 3/4This course is intended to enable students to progresson to a Degree or Foundation Degree course in awide range of Art, Craft and Design specialisms.You will learn about drawing and painting, fashiondesign, 3D spatial design, photography, graphicdesign, health and safety, the work of other artists anddesigner-makers. This course includes opportunitiesfor functional skills in IT, English and Maths.Course ContentInformation and Research, Recording and Responding, MediaExperimentation, Information and Interpretation, PersonalExperimental Studies, Extended Media Development inArt and Design, Preparation and Progression, IntegratingTheory and Practice, and Personal Confirmatory Study.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic YearLocationWandsworthFees£5,025Career OpportunitiesProgression to B.A. (Hons) Degree or Foundation Degreecourses in a wide range of art, craft and design specialisms.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.You must also submit a portfolio or otherevidence of creative work.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.37

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel BTEC Diploma inInterior Design, Level 3This is a specialist art and design course that focuses oninterior design. It will teach students new techniques andprocesses central to the design processes and providethe opportunity to gain vocational experience necessaryto join the highly competitive Creative Industries.Course ContentThe course will include project based tasks which will enableyou to produce a series of designs based on interior designbriefs for the home, for events and shows and for theatricalsets and interiors. You will learn how to survey a room, planspace safely, produce plans and elevations, do technicaldrawings and produce rough sketches of interior spacesas well as developing research and observational drawingskills which inform the creative process. You will also studydesign within cultural contexts and prepare a portfolio ofwork for assessment and progression to further study.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025Career OpportunitiesFollowing the successful completion of this course youmay wish to apply for a BTEC Higher National Certificate inSpatial Design, a university course in Interiors and SpatialPlanning and Design or Interior Design and Technology,or seek employment in the relative creative industries.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.You must also submit a portfolio or otherevidence of creative work.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.38

ART AND DESIGNEdexcel BTEC Higher NationalCertificate Graphic Design, Level 4This course provides an opportunity to develop the intellectual, creative andtechnical skills required to be a successful contemporary practitioner in thegraphic design industry. Learners will be provided with training in theessential skills of visual communication. They will have the opportunity toexplore a range of forms of visual communication including illustration, print,typography, time based media and computer aided graphic design. Throughthis integrated approach students will be provided a foundation in the skillsrequired for a range of careers in graphic design and related fields.Course ContentThe course content is delivered largely through practical work produced inresponse to time specific and industry related briefs. Practical work issupported with the study of art and design history and contemporaryprofessional practice. Emphasis is placed the development of informed andcreative responses leading to professional outcomes that meet the needs ofthe brief.Projects will be enriched through professional guest speakers, visits togalleries and exhibitions as well as live / simulated live briefs.Units covered include:• Visual Communication in Artand Design• Ideas Generation andDevelopment in Art and Design• Contextual and CulturalReferencing in Art and Design• Professional Practice in Artand Design• Communication with Imagesin Art and Design• 2D, 3D and Time-basedDigital Applications• Photographic Materials,Techniques and Technology• Drawing Techniques andProcesses in Art and Design.Career OpportunitiesProgression to HND, BA (Hons) degree second year, or professionalpractice in a range of careers in graphics, photographyand related industries, including design for advertising,desktop publishing, illustration and digital imaging.Continued overleaf >39

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Edexcel BTEC Higher NationalCertificate Graphic Design, Level 4Entry RequirementsEducation: You will need to submit for interview a portfolio ofrelevant art and design work, an academic reference plus oneof the following:• Foundation Diploma in Art & Design at Merit grade or above• National Certificate in Art & Design or related subject— (minimum Double Distinction)• National Diploma in Art & Design or related subject(minimum Triple Merit Grade)• AS Levels — Minimum 3 x (A* - C)• A2 Levels — Minimum 1 x (A* - C) plus 2 x AS(A* - C) grades.And / or relevant industry experience.We will assess your existing subject specific skills and yourKey Skills in Communication so that we can plan your courseof study.International StudentsEducation: See above (for example University FoundationProgramme) or overseas equivalent.Level of English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) orequivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,25040

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTbusiness andmanagementThe Association of Business Executives(ABE) is a professional membershiporganisation and examination board. Itspecialises in internationally recognisedbusiness qualifications and has colleges,students, and members in over 100 differentcountries.ABE qualifications are recognised globallyand can provide you with a low-cost routeto a university degree. South ThamesCollege offers a range of ABE business andmanagement qualifications, and hasdeveloped a partnership with the Universityof Cumbria to enable you to complete yourstudies with a BA (Hons) in BusinessManagement or an MBA award.41

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096FREE ABE Pass AssuranceSchemeSouth Thames College London iscommitted to helping youcomplete your ABE coursesuccessfully and we havelaunched the ABE PassAssurance Scheme to provide youwith even greater peace of mindand support if things do not go asplanned in the exams. We pledgeto provide you with continuedteaching and learning support,even in the event that you do notpass every module at the firstattempt.The ABE Pass Assurance Schemeis free of charge, and offers you:• 25% off your next ABEre-take course• A specially designed workshopfor exam techniques• Ongoing tutor supportand feedback• Continued access to thecollege learning resourcesTo qualify for the FREE PassAssurance Scheme, you need tofulfil the following requirements:• You must have above95% attendance onyour full-time course• You need to submityour assignments andhomework on time• You need to have attendedyour mock exam and achievea minimum score of 50%ABE PASS ASSURANCE• S C H E M E •42

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTABE Diploma in BusinessManagement, Level 4• S C H E M E •ABE PASS ASSURANCEThis course is designed to provide students withthe skills required for a business career, or preparethem for further study. It provides an introduction tobusiness management in practice, and a foundationfor those who wish to progress to business coursesat university or begin studying the Higher Diplomaprogram. The course covers elements of Communication,Accounting and Information Systems (IT).Course ContentCompulsory units:• Introduction to Business• Introduction to Business Communication• Introduction to Quantitative MethodsPlus one optional unit from:• Introduction to Accounting• Introduction to Management Information Systems ** Subject to availabilityEntry requirementsEducation: No previous qualifications are needed toenter, but entrants should be competent in Mathematicsup to NQF Level 2 or overseas equivalent.Standard Programme English: IELTS 5.5(minimum 5.0 in each section) or equivalent.Extended Programme English: IELTS 5.0(minimum 4.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptember 2012,January 2013, orMarch 2013DurationStandard:1 year (3 terms)Extended: 4 termsLocationWandsworthCourse FeesStandard: £3,700Extended: £4,855FREE ABE PassAssurance Scheme.See page 42 for moredetails.Progression / career opportunitiesABE Higher Diploma in Business Management oremployment. Typical jobs for Diploma holders includemarketing administration and management training roles.43

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096ABE Higher Diploma inBusiness Management, Level 5This course is suitable for students who want to prepare for a managerialcareer or develop their knowledge and skills for the workplace. It alsoprovides the background and practical knowledge for entry to finalyear university programmes, such as the University of Cumbria’s BA(Hons) Degree Top-Up programme, available at STC (see page 49).Course ContentSix compulsory units:• Financial Accounting• Human Resource Management• Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication• Organisational Behaviour• Quantitative Methods for Business Management• The Business EnvironmentPlus two optional units from:• Managing the Customer Relationship• Economics for Business *• Principles of Business Law *• Entrepreneurship andBusiness Development• Managerial Accounting *• Systems Management andInternal Financial Controls *• Information SystemsApplications for Business ** Subject to availability44

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT• S C H E M E •ABE PASS ASSURANCEEntry RequirementsEducation: QCF Level 4 or ABE Diploma (new) or twoA-Levels and four GCSEs at grade C or above or a BTECNational award or other NQF/ QCF Level 3 qualification orequivalent. If you have at least two years work experience youcan also apply.Standard Programme English: IELTS 6.0 (minimum5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Extended Programme English: IELTS 5.5 (minimum5.0 in each section) or equivalent.Progression / career opportunitiesABE Graduate Diploma in Business Management, BA(Hons) Business Management or employment. Typical jobsfor Higher Diploma holders include marketing executiveand management training roles. NB students wishing toprogress to BA (Hons) Business Management may berequired to undertake a short intensive programme. Pleasesee Edexcel L5 Management & Leadership Diploma.Please see page 126 for more informationabout our work placement module.Start DateSeptember 2012,January 2013, orMarch 2013DurationWithout workplacement moduleStandard: 1academic yearExtended: 1 academicyear plus 1 termWith work placementmoduleStandard: 1.5academic yearsExtended: 2academic yearsLocationWandsworthfeesWithout workplacement moduleStandard: £4,250Extended: £5,400With work placementmoduleStandard: £5,150Extended: £6,300FREE ABE PassAssurance Scheme.See page 42 for moredetails.45

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096ABE Graduate Integrated Diploma inBusiness Management, Level 6This two-year course focuses on strategic areas of management andprepares students for a career in management or further study of business atpostgraduate level. The programme gives students invaluable insights intothe workplace and develops the skills and knowledge required for managerialroles.Course ContentYear 1• Quantitative Methods for Business Management• The Business Environment• Financial Accounting• Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication• Organisational Behaviour• Human Resource ManagementYear 2 compulsory units:• Corporate Strategy and Planning• Managing in Organisations• International Business Case StudyPlus two optional units:• Managing the Customer Relationship• Economics for Business *• Principles of Business Law *• Entrepreneurship andBusiness Development• Managerial Accounting *• Systems Management andInternal Financial Controls *• Information SystemsApplications for Business *And two optional units from Group B:• Strategic HumanResource Management• Strategic Marketing Management46

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT• S C H E M E •ABE PASS ASSURANCE• Corporate Finance *• International Business Finance and Planning *• Project Management *• Information Systems for Strategic Management* Subject to availabilityEntry RequirementsEducation: QCF Level 4 or ABE Diploma (new) or two A-Levelsand four GCSEs at grade C or above or a BTEC National awardor other NQF/QCF Level 3 qualification or equivalent. If youhave at least two years work experience you can also apply.English: IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Please see page 126 for more informationabout our work placement module.Start DateSeptember 2012,January 2013, orMarch 2013DurationWithout workplacement module2 academic yearsWith work placementmodule2.5 academic yearsLocationWandsworthFEESWithout workplacement module£8,500With work placementmodule£9,400FREE ABE PassAssurance Scheme.See page 42 for moredetails.47

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Higher National Diploma inBusiness Management, Level 4/5Edexcel is the UK’s largest accredited awarding body, andoffers a wide range of vocational and academic qualificationsworldwide. This undergraduate level course is designed forthose who want to develop the necessary skills for a careerin business at a managerial level. It is a valuable stand-alonequalification, and can also be combined with the Universityof Cumbria’s BA final stage of degree programme at SouthThames College to form an Undergraduate degree level award.Course ContentCompulsory Units:• Managing Financial Resources and Decisions• Human Resource Management• Marketing Principles• Organisations and Behaviour• Aspects of Contract andNegligence for Business• Business Decision Making• Business Strategy• The Business Environment• Research ProjectStart DateSeptemberDuration2 yearsLocationWandsworthCourse FEES£5,250 per yearEntry RequirementsEducation: Qualification equivalentto UK Level 3 or a UniversityFoundation programme.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.48

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTBA (Hons) final stage DegreeBusiness Management, Level 6(Validated by The University of Cumbria)This final stage top-up programme at STC is validated bythe University of Cumbria. It is designed for students whoalready have a relevant higher qualification in business,such as the ABE Higher Diploma or the Edexcel HND, andwant to progress to achieve a BA (Hons) degree degree.The course explores management issues and currenttrends in the international business environment, andprepares students for employment in managerial roles.Course ContentThe course will develop your knowledge and understandingof business management to Level 6 Degree. It will giveyou a good understanding of the main functions ofmodern business. You will examine management issuesand trends in the international business environment.Compulsory Modules:• Strategic Analysis• Enterprise & Personal Development• Research Methods & Dissertation• Marketing Communication• Leadership and Sustainability Residential - Delivered by theUniversity of Cumbria at the Lake District over 3-5 daysStart DateFebruary andSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£6,350Awarding BodyUniversity of CumbriaAssessment MethodRange of methods, including assignments, presentations, exams and a dissertation.Entry RequirementsEducation: ABE Higher Diploma (Level 5) in BusinessManagement, HND in Business or equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesSuccessful students can progress to postgraduate studies, for example ourProfessional Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (DSML) and Mastersof Business Administration programme or to our Masters Degree in Marketing (MA).You can also apply for management level jobs in companies in any industry sector.49

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Your pathway to aBA (Hons) Degreeat STCLYear 1ABEDiploma1 Academic Year£3,700Year 1Year 2ABE HigherDiploma1 Academic Year£4,250ORABE HigherDiplomawith WorkPlacement18 months£5,150Year 2Year 3BA (Hons)Awarded by theUniversity ofCumbria1 Academic Year£6,350Year 3Entry Requirements:O LevelequivalentSTART HEREEntry Requirements:A LevelequivalentSTART HERE50

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTEdexcel BTEC Extended Diplomain Strategic Management andLeadership, Level 7This postgraduate course covers the key knowledge, understandingand practical experience required in management. The course issuitable for students who wish to develop their theoretical skillsand an ability to apply the skills in a work environment.You can choose a 1 academic year or 1.5 academic year programme,depending on whether you want to include a work placementmodule. The course can be combined with the University ofCumbria’s MBA programme at STCL for a full MBA qualification.Course Content• Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Skills• Professional Development for Strategic Managers• Strategic Change Management• Developing Corporate Culture• Strategic Marketing Management• Strategic Human Resource Management• Strategic Planning• Managing Financial Principlesand Techniques• Developing SuccessfulBusiness Teams• Research Methods forStrategic Managers• Project Developmentand Implementation forStrategic ManagersStudents achieving all of the aboveunits will be awarded with theExtended Diploma in StrategicManagement & Leadership.51

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTContinued: Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma inStrategic Management and Leadership, Level 7Assessment MethodsRange of methods, including assignments, presentations,time-constrained assignments and projects.Career OpportunitiesYou can progress to the MBA at South Thames College (seepage 53) or to employment or set up your own business.Entry RequirementsEducation:• a UK degree or other equivalent qualification; or• a UK Foundation Degree or HND or equivalent and evidenceof at least 2 years’ managerial work experience; or• at least a UK level 3 qualification or equivalent andevidence of at least 4 years’ managerial work experienceIn addition to satisfying the academic entryrequirements, you must demonstrate your motivationand ability to study at postgraduate level. Studentsneed to be well-prepared, self-disciplined and ableto manage their time and workload effectively.English:• IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateJanuary, March,SeptemberDurationWithout workplacement module1 academic yearWith work placementmodule1.5 academic yearsLocationWandsworthFeesWithout workplacement module£5,300With work placementmodule£6,200Please see page 126 for more informationabout our work placement module.52

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTMBA(Final stage, validated by The University of Cumbria)The Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree isthe most popular business qualification in the world, andis fast becoming a prerequisite for management positions.Our MBA programme is designed to help you becomean effective and competent manager by developing yourpersonal skills at the same time as extending your knowledgein the general management disciplines of global business.The University of Cumbria MBA at STCL allows studentswho have successfully passed the Edexcel BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (includingcore units 1, 2 and 3 and option units 7, 10, 12 and 13) orthe BTEC Level 7 Postgraduate Advanced ProfessionalDiploma in Management Studies (including core units1, 2 and 3 and option units 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 17) to beconsidered for advanced entry to the Cumbria MBA. Insuch cases the following MBA modules would be taken:Start DateFebruary andSeptemberDuration9 monthsLocationWandsworth &Lake DisctrictCourse Fees£4,350Awarding BodyUniversity of CumbriaModules:• Leadership and Sustainability Residential Delivered atthe University of Cumbria in the Lake District• Leadership and Management Learning• Research & Development DissertationAssessment MethodRange of methods, including assignments, presentation and a dissertation.Entry RequirementsEducation: You must have successfully completed the Edexcel BTEC ExtendedDiploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (including core units 1, 2and 3 and option units 7, 10, 12 and 13) or the BTEC Level 7 PostgraduateAdvanced Professional Diploma in Management Studies (including core units1, 2 and 3 and option units 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 17) at South Thames CollegeEvidence of at least two years of appropriate managerial work experience.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesSuccessful candidates will be eligible to apply for jobs atmanagement level in companies within any industry sector.53

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTMA in Marketing(Subject to validation)Course ContentThe MA Marketing enables students to develop a systematic understandingof marketing in organisations, their external context and management/marketing issues though applying relevant knowledge to a range ofcomplex situations. Students will be critically aware of current issuesin marketing being informed by leading edge research and practice inthe field. This Postgraduate qualification enables students to study thestrategy of marketing and apply it to a range of situations. They areintroduced to the key concepts and taught the skills research and enquiryare used to develop and interpret knowledge and practice in marketing.The modules that are taught on this programme may include:• Developing the Customer Proposition• Marketing Intelligence• Management and Leadership• International Marketing and Business Environment• Strategic Marketing• Manage MarketingCommunications• Research Methodsand DissertationCareer OpportunitiesStudents studying at a MastersLevel will be able to fast tracktheir careers. Specialising inmarketing will provide accesseventually to careers whichmay include managementopportunities in commercialand not-for -profit organisationsand International companies onboth agency and client sides.54

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTAssessment MethodModules are delivered by a series of sessions basedaround formal input, workshops, activities and casediscussions supported by tutor-led directed learningdesigned to meet module learning outcomes.Leaning outcomes in modules are assessed usinga range of methods that include examination,written assignment, projects, competitions and adissertation/ work based marketing project.Entry RequirementsA first or second class honours degree in any disciplinefrom a recognised university if you are a UK residentor for overseas applicants, appropriate equivalence.Applications are welcomed from people without the standardqualifications if they can demonstrate the skills and capacitynecessary for academic study at post-graduate level.Students who do not meet the good honours requirementmay be admitted onto the programme on the basis ofAPEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential) and/or PriorCertificated Learning. Such admission is discretionary andhas to be approved by the AP[E/C]L sub committee.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateFebruary andSeptemberDuration1 year(1.5 years includingWork Placement)LocationWandsworthCourse Fees£7,000£7,900 with WorkPlacementAwarding BodyUniversity of CumbriaDurationOne year Full-time with out Work placementplus submission of the Dissertation.One year and half years Full-time with Workplacement plus submission of the Dissertation.55

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Your pathway to aMBA Masters Degreeat STCLStage 1Extended Diplomain StrategicManagement& leadership1 Academic Year£5,300ORExtended Diplomain StrategicManagement& leadership withWork Placement18 months£6,200Stage 2MBAFinal stage, awarded byThe University of Cumbria£4,350Stage 1 Stage 2(see page 49 forentry requirements)START HEREAdditionalEntry Requirements:Evidence of at least2 years managerialwork experience**Optional 6 months workplacement can counttowards this total56

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENTAAT Diploma in Accounting, Level 3This course is suitable for anyone seeking an advancedcertificate in accounting. Successful students can applyfor posts as Section Leaders in large organisationsor Senior Book Keeper in a smaller organisation.Course ContentYou will develop skills acquired at level 2 and provide specialisttraining in financial and management accounting, recording andanalysis of costs and revenues, operation of cash management,and credit control systems. You will also develop key functionalskills in Number, Information Technology and Communication.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworth or MertonCourse Fees£5,025Assessment MethodThe process of assessment uses a range of assessmentmethods, including assignments, project work,practical work, presentations and examinations.Entry RequirementsEducation: AAT Certificate in Accounting orequivalent accounting qualification.English: IELTS: 6.0 (5.5 minimum in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesYou can progress to a career or continuewith computerised Accounts Level 3.57

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CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERINGEdexcel BTEC Certificate inConstruction, Level 3Course ContentThis course will provide students with enhanced knowledgeof key issues of sustainability and health, safety and welfarein the construction and built environment industries. It aimsto develop the learner’s knowledge and skills, as well asthe personal qualities essential for career development.The course will include the following modules: Health, Safetyand Welfare, Construction, and the Environment, Scienceand Materials, Construction and Building Technology,Graphical Detailing, Measuring, Estimating and Tendering.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationWandsworthFees£5,025 per yearEntry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesFollowing the successful completion of this courseyou can apply for the Higher National Certificateleading to graduate studies or employment.59

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel National Diploma inEngineering, Level 3This course is designed to prepare you for universityand a career in a wide range of engineering roles.Progression to the second year depends on thesuccessful completion of the first year’s units.Course ContentFirst year’s units include: Engineering Mathematics,Mechanical Principles, Communications, Engineeringdrawing/CAD, and mechanical workshop.Second year’s units include: A major project, FurtherMathematics, CNC Machining and Engineering Design.Assessments are given throughout the year.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationMertonCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCareer OpportunitiesSuccessful completion provides you with a widerange of options including going on to university,employment and apprenticeship opportunities acrossthe engineering sector including the automotiveindustry, civil engineering, design and avionics.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.60

CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERINGEdexcel National Diploma inElectronic Engineering, Level 3This course is designed to prepare you for a careeras a Technical Engineer or for higher education.Progression to the second year is dependent onthe successful completion of the first year’s units.Assessments are given throughout the year.Course ContentThe units studied include engineering mathematics,analogue electronics, digital electronics, electronic faultfinding, electronic measurement and testing, industrialprocess controllers, computer architecture, mechanicalprinciples, communications, and a major project.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationMertonCourse Fees£5,025 per yearEntry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesSuccessful completion provides you with a range ofoptions, including going on to university, employmentand apprenticeship opportunities across the engineeringsector including the communications industry, electronicsdesign, the automotive sector and avionics.61

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096IMI National Diploma in MotorcycleServicing and Repair, Level 3The course is suitable for those wishing to gain a formalqualification for entry to the motorcycle industry, orthose who wish to develop their career within the trade.The course covers the essential skills of motorcycleand scooter servicing and repair. There are classroomand workshop elements to the course. Studentsunder 19 will also complete key skills modules.Course ContentThe units studied include Parts and Transmission,Electrics, Petrol Engines and EnvironmentalStudies and Motorcycle Industry Awareness.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationMertonCourse Fees£5,025 per yearEntry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesStudents who successfully completethis course will have excellent skillsfor entering the motorcycle trade.When working, you may be ableto complete the full NVQ level 3following a short assessment inthe workplace. If you wish, youcan also progress to degree anddiploma level courses at university.62

CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERINGHigher National Certificate in GeneralEngineering, Level 4**Subject to approvalThis course has been developed to focus on the educationand training of engineers or technicians who are employedat a professional level in a variety of types of technicalwork, such as systems design, manufacture, maintenanceand technical service areas of the mechanical, electronicand electrical engineering Industries. It provide anopportunity for engineers or technicians to achieve anationally recognised level 4 vocational qualification.Course ContentMandatory units include:• Analytical Methodsfor Engineering• Engineering Science• Project Design,Implementationand EvaluationSpecialist units (5 units)will be selected from:• Applications ofPnuematics and Hydraulics• Mechatronic SystemsAssessmentThe course will be continuously assessedthrough coursework, laboratory work, in classtime constrained assignments and more.• Electrical and ElectronicMeasurement and Testing• Combinational andSequential Logic• ProgrammableLogic Controllers• Application ofMachine Tools• Computer aided Machining• Advanced Computeraided Design TechniquesSTART DATE:SeptemberDURATION:1 yearLOCATION:Merton CampusCourse Fees£5,250Entry RequirementsEducation: An NQF Level 3 qualification or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesThis course is a nationally recognised qualification whichprovides progression and professional development to thosealready in employment and opportunities to progress intohigher education, i.e. Higher National Diploma (Level 5).63

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HAIR AND BEAUTYDiploma in Hairdressing (NVQ),Level 3If you are already a hairdresser and would like to take yourknowledge and skills to the next level, then this is the coursefor you. This course aims to provide you with a high level ofknowledge and operational skills for hairdressing, buildingon skills that you will already have developed. It will buildconfidence and bring your creative skills to the fore anddevelop critical communication skills and professionalismwhich will take you forward to the next phase of your career.Course ContentModules:• Monitoring procedures to safely control work operations• Promoting additional services or products to clients• Providing hairdressing consultation services• Creatively cutting hair using a combination of techniques• Colouring hair using a variety of techniques• Providing colour correction services• Creatively styling and dressing hair• Creatively dressing long hair• Contributing to the planning andimplementation of promotional activitiesStart DateSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025AssessmentThe process of assessment uses a range of methods,including assignments, and practical work.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate (atleast year 12) or four GCSEs (including Mathematics)grade A*- C, or international equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesStudents can progress to higher education or employment.65

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Diploma in Beauty Therapy (NVQ),Level 3Course ContentThis course is aimed at those interested in pursuinga supervisory career in the beauty industry.It covers advanced aspects of beauty treatments including:• Promotion of products or service• Epilation• Massage therapy• Electrical treatments to the face and body• Health and safetyStudents are also encouraged to combine this coursewith a minimum of 2 days work a week in a salon.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025AssessmentAssessment is through a range of methods includingobservation of your practical skills on payingclients, on-line tests and written assignments.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year12) or four GCSEs (includingMathematics) grade A*- C, orinternational equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesLevel 4 Beauty qualification, fulltimeemployment or university.66

CONSTRUCTION AND HAIR ENGINEERINGAND BEAUTYNational Diploma in Production Arts,Make-Up for the Theatre and Film, Level 3Learn skills that will enable you to enter the world of theatreand film as a make-up/hair artist. You will get involved in theorganisation of performances at the College theatre and outsidevenues and will work as part of a professional production team.You will be taught by professionals from the hair and beauty,complementary therapy and performing arts industries.The course involves a challenging mix of performanceproduction and business skills with specialist units including:make-up and full body make-up for performers; specialeffects make-up; make-up using prosthetics; fantasyhair design for performers; hair styling and dressing forperformers; Indian head massage; and reflexology.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentThe process of assessment uses a range of methods,including assignments and practical work.Career OpportunitiesStudents can progress to higher education or employment.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or four GCSEs grade A*- C one ofwhich has to be Maths, or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.67

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate in Hair andBeauty Management Level 4This course is ideal for those who already work in the beautyindustry and wish to either own or manage their own projectsor business. The course offers new treatment qualifications aswell as an array of theoretical based management units.Course ContentThe course is highly theoretical however coursework and sciencesubjects will take up the majority of the theory components.The course offers the chance for a large amount of independentstudy and working in other areas of the college.The course will include generic units of Quality in management and theextended science of human anatomy and physiology, as well as business,salon and sales management and practical units of reflexology, Indianhead massage, Aromatherapy and managing the creation of a hair style.AssessmentThis course is assessed through group work, team activity,individual practical and written assessments. Assignments andpresentation work will be presented in final major projects.Materials costsYou will be given a course kit and book list which will provide youwith details of all the tools and equipment needed for the course.68

CONSTRUCTION AND HAIR ENGINEERINGAND BEAUTYEntry RequirementsEducation: Qualification equivalent to QCF Level 3.English: IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesThis course is a progression path for Edexcel BTEC HNClearners onto a HND or the second or third year of a degreeor honours degree programme. This is dependent on thematch of the Edexcel BTEC Higher National units to the degreeprogramme.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250 per year.69

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARECACHE Diploma in Children and YoungPeople’s Workforce, Level 3The aim of this qualification is to provide the necessaryskills and knowledge to work in various childcaresettings. The course is delivered in units and covers awide range of subjects. The course consists of threedays theory and two days practical work per week.The course consists of 11 units related to promotingchildren’s care These include: principles and valuesunderpinning the care, learning and development sector;supporting the provision of safe and effective childcareenvironments; supporting children and young persons’development; and supporting children’s play and learning.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 yearsLocationWandsworth or MertonCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentStudents are required to complete a number of assignmentswhich contain both practical and theoretical activities with thefocus being on real work situations, plus an external test.Career OpportunitiesEmployment working with babies and children.Entry Requirements:Education: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.71

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Diploma in Social Care, Level 3The course is for those who wish to pursue a career inSocial Care, Sociology, Psychology, Social Sciences,Social Policy or other care related courses.Course ContentThe course is made up of 18 units: ninecore units and nine specialist units.Core units include: Equality, Diversity and Rightsin Care Work, Communication and SupportiveSkills for Care Work, Research for Care, ApplyingSociology, Vocational Practice, Applying Psychology,Protecting Self and Others, Personal and ProfessionalDevelopment, Communication and Numeracy.Specialist units include: Health Promotion,Practical Caring Skills, Care Organisations, Projectin Care, Life Span Development, Issues for Peoplewho use Care Services, Ethics and Values, andTechnology in Health and Care Services.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationWandsworthand MertonCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCareer OpportunitiesUpon completion students can go into higher educationor employment in social care organisations.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.72

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096HEALTH AND SOCIAL CAREEdexcel Diploma in HealthStudies, Level 3This is a practical, work-related course in which studentslearn by completing projects and assignments that are basedon realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.Course ContentThe course is made up of 18 units: nine core units and ninespecialist units. The course also includes functional skills,Communication at levels 2/3 in year 1 and Numeracy in year 2.Core units include: Equality, Diversity and Rights in CareWork, Communication and Supportive Skills for CareWork, Health Care Research for Care, Applied Science,Vocational Practice, Human Anatomy and Physiology,Life Span Development and Health Promotion.Specialist units include: Health and Society, Health CareProject, Environmental Health, Diet and Nutrition, HealthPsychology, Human Inheritance, Current Issues in Health,Microbiology and Multidisciplinary Approach to Health Care.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCareer OpportunitiesUpon completion students can go into higher educationor employment in allied health professions.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.73

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate in Healthand Social Care, Level 4The HNC in Health and Social Care is designed to meet the needs of theworkplace and provide workers and potential workers with the skills relevantto Health and Social Care.If you are interested in a career in the health and social care sector,this course will equip you with transferable skills underpinned by theknowledge and understanding required for successful employment.Course contentYou will be taught through a combination of classroom based lecturesand practical assignments. In addition, you will be required to undertakea 200 hour placement which is attached to a mandatory unit.Throughout the course, you will be encouraged to undertakeindependent study to consolidate your learning and broadenyour knowledge and understanding of the subject.The course covers core elements of Health andSocial Care and includes units such as:• Communicating in Health and Social Care Organisations - Exploringthe use of information and communication technology in health andsocial care and how various factors influence the communication process.• Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care - understandingpartnership philosophies and relationshipsin health and social care services.• Empowering Users and Developing CounsellingSkills for Health and Social Care - studying legislationand factors that affect the care that is received74

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CAREAssessmentEach module is assessed through coursework. Candidateswill be required to undertake initial assessment at interview.Entry requirementEducation: The minimum entry requirementis an appropriate Level 3 qualification, withMaths and English GCSE, or equivalent.English: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250Career opportunitiesGraduates from this course will be equipped to enteremployment in the health and social care sector. Youwill also have the opportunity to apply progress to theLevel 5 HND Diploma in Health and Social Care.75

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Diploma in Healthand Social Care, Level 5This course builds on the knowledge and skills developedduring the Certificate programme, and providesadvanced preparation for those who wish to pursue acareer in health and social care. The course may alsointerest those already working in the sector for wherean HND would enhance employment opportunities.The BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma provides a greater breadth andspecialisation than the Level 4 HNC. Designed to equip youwith the knowledge and understanding required for successfulemployment, this course will provide you with transferable skillsto enable you to meet the increasing demands of the healthcare sector. It also offers focused study in defined areas of thehealth and social care sector with specialist designed units.Course contentYou will be taught through a combination of classroombased lectures and practical assignments. Throughout thecourse, you will be encouraged to undertake independentstudy to consolidate your learning and broaden yourknowledge and understanding of the subject.76

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CAREThe course covers core elements of Health andSocial Care and includes units such as:• Psychology for Health - developing understanding of thepsychological factors which influence behaviour throughoutthe lifespan and how these apply to health and social care.• Facilitating change in Health and Social Care - gaining anunderstanding of the factors of change inhealth and social care services and the practiceof evaluating and facilitating change.• Supporting Significant Life Events - investigatinghow individuals may be supported through expectedand unexpected transitions and the effectiveness ofservice responses in supporting such individuals.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250AssessmentEach module is assessed through coursework. Candidateswill be required to undertake initial assessment at interview.Entry requirementEducation: The minimum entry requirement is anappropriate Level 4 qualification, or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5in each section) or equivalent.Career opportunitiesGraduates from this course will be well preparedfor employment in the health and social care sector.You will also have the opportunity to apply progressto further study with an Honours degree.77

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTINGEdexcel Diploma in IT (Networkingand Systems Support), Level 3This practical, work related qualification is comparable toA Level standard. You learn by completing projects andassignments that are based on realistic workplace situationsand activities. You will study a range of units such as ComputerSystems, IT Trouble Shooting, Communication Technology,Computer Networking, IT Technical Support, CompTIA A+.Course ContentThe Games Development course is about developingcompetitive skills in 3D modelling; producing Gaming assets(characters, vehicles, plants and creatures) level designand animation. Individual and group projects start withConcept Art, and skills are taught in Idea Generation andDigital Illustration. 3D assets are produced to specificationsranging from 8bit machines right up to 7th Generationconsoles (PS3/360/Wii) and tested in Games Engines. Asappropriate, tutorials and keys skills are part of the course.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentYou will be assessed by completing coursework,projects and external tests, where applicable.Career OpportunitiesStudents who successfully complete the two year course canprogress to university to study for a degree, for example theKingston University Foundation in IT for E-Business. Othersmay go directly into employment in a systems support role.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or four GCSEs grade A*- C one ofwhich has to be Math, or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.79

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate inComputing, Level 4This intensive course is designed for those who wishto update their knowledge and skills or change careersin preparation for employment positions as computingspecialists. It offers a broad base of skills for working withcomputers in a commercial and/or technical environment.Course ContentThe course consists of mandatory and specialist modules.The mandatory core modules are: Business Skills forE-commerce, Computer Systems, Employability andProfessional Development. The specialist modules include:System Analysis and Design, Website Design, Database DesignConcept, Event Driven Programming Concept, NetworkingTechnologies. Please note these units are subject to change.AssessmentThere are a range of assessment methods,including assignments, project work, and at leastone assessment which evaluates the student’sskills outside the formal examination setting.Career OpportunitiesProgress to a degree (usually in the second year) or workin Application Programming, Systems Analysis, WebDesign, Network Administration, Database Administrationor Computer Hardware and Software Support.Entry RequirementsEducation: Computing qualification at Level 3 orequivalent experience (e.g. Vocational A-Level ICT,Business or Science, A++/MCSE/CISCO Certification,BTEC National qualification or overseas equivalent).English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250“The curriculum isapplicable to theindustry and theworking world”.”Atika Jenahi,Higher NationalCertificate inComputing80

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTINGEdexcel BTEC HND in Computingand Systems Development , Level 5This course is designed for those who wantto prepare for a specialist career in computingin a commercial and technical setting.Course ContentThe course consists of mandatory andspecialist modules. These are:• Systems Analysis and Design• E-Commerce Strategy• Information Systems in Organisations• Data Analysis and Design• Web Applications Development• Local Area Networking Technologies• Wide Area Networking TechnologiesTwo further modules out of a possible four mustalso be selected. For full details about the optionalunits available, please visit our website.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 academic YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250Entry RequirementsEducation: Higher National Certificate inComputing, Level 4, or equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.81

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MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEEdexcel Diploma in Creative MediaProduction (Mobile and Web Design),Level 3This course teaches you creative media skills. You willlearn about the creative media industry and create webproducts suitable for the mobile technology of today. Youwill study units such as: Digital Graphics for InteractiveMedia, Web Authoring, 2D Animation Production andInteractive Media Design. You will learn to use theindustry standard software like Flash and Photoshop.It is equivalent to 3 A Levels. The course will help you progressinto an exciting career within the creative media industry.Assessment MethodRange of methods, including assignments,presentations, exams and a dissertation.Duration2 academic yearsStart DateSeptemberLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCareer OpportunitiesProgress to university (or other Level 4 courses)or to employment in multimedia, interactive andweb design, or become a freelance designer.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificateor four GCSEs grade A*- C one of which has tobe Mathematics, or international equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.83

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Diploma in Creative MediaProduction (Games Development), Level 3This course is for creative individuals seeking excitingcareers, written with the support from a leading multinationalgames developer. The Games Development course is aboutdeveloping competitive skills in 3D modelling; producingGaming assets (characters, vehicles, plants and creatures)level design and animation. Individual and group projects startwith Concept Art, and skills are taught in Idea Generation andDigital Illustration. 3D assets are produced to specificationsranging from 8bit machines right up to 7th Generation consoles(PS3/360/Wii) and tested in Games Engines. As appropriate,tutorials and keys skills are part of the course. Three of our firstyearstudents have reached the national finals of the UK WorldSkills Competition for Arts and Media (www.worldskillsuk.org).Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentThe process of assessment uses a range of methods,including assignments, project work, practicalworks, presentations and examinations.Career OpportunitiesYou can progress to higher education or work in industriessuch as Computer Games or Film and Television.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leavingcertificate (at least year 12) or four GCSEsgrade A*- C, one of which has to beMath, or international equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.Images on this page andthe next show screenshots, character designsand models by GamesDevelopment students.84

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEHigher National Certificate in GamesDesign, Level 4This course is ideal for those interested in gaininghigher level creative skills in Games Design leading toenhanced career prospects in the UK’s vibrant, creativemedia sector. There is scope for hands on activities aswell as more traditional games design activities.Course ContentThis course is mainly classroom based. Units covered include:• Contextual Studies for Creative media Production• Research Techniques• Practical skills for Computer Game Design• Computer Games Studies• Computer Game Design Techniques• Computer Game Platform Fundamentals• 3D Computer Game Engines• Ideas Generation for Computer Games.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250EdexcelAssessmentThere will be a range of assessment methodsincluding assignments, project work, groupwork and time constrained tasks.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificateor four GCSEs grade A*- C or equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesProgression to an HND or degree course or intoemployment. A student with an HNC in Games Designwould be suited for a career in a range of industriesincluding: games design, animation, graphic design,games programming and software engineering.85

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Diploma in Media Studies (Audio),Level 3This course is aimed at those who want to developstrong skills in audio and sound and who wish towork in broadcasting. Students will be able to workwith radio professionals and produce scripts, factual,or music programmes as part of the course.This demanding course gives you the opportunityto develop skills in radio, music and production ofcommercials as well as sound for film and televisionand interview and presentation techniques. If youenjoy working in creative teams and have the ability tosucceed under pressure, this is the course for you.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentYou will be assessed based on a range of methodsincluding assignments and presentations.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.86

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEEdexcel Diploma in Media Studies(Moving Images), Level 3Do you want to work in a fully operational TV studio,making factual and drama programmes? Want to learnor develop skills for sound and vision? We are uniquein offering a diverse and dynamic programme whichincorporates 16mm film and traditional and digitalediting, video art, installations and soundscapes.This sound and vision course covers a range of practicalmedia skills, including video, editing and print. Thereare also related theoretical elements such as film andtelevision studies to help you better understand the practicalelements and develop analysis and research skills.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentYou will be assessed using a range of methodsincluding assignments and presentations.Career OpportunitiesHigher National Certificate in MediaProduction and/or university.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.87

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Diploma in Media Production(Interactive Media), Level 3This exciting and innovative course is aimed at studentswho intend to enter a career in interactive or multimediadesign. The course combines digital technology withdesign to allow learners to use 2D and 3D animation,web authoring, image manipulation, video and motiongraphics in the production of media content.The course will provide learners with fundamentaltheoretical design and production skills while at the sametime help them develop sought after practical digitalmedia skills. The philosophy and delivery of the courseis geared towards developing outstanding professionalpractice. Some of the units offered are Pre-ProductionTechniques, Advertising Production, 2D Animatiion,Interactive Media Design and Digital Video Production.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentThe course is assessed through practical based projectsand briefs set by industry professionals. Lessons aredelivered through work-based sessions that are hands onexperience of industry software and working practices.Career OpportunitiesStudents who successfully complete this course couldprogress onto an animation, web-design or interactivemedia production course and university. In some cases,you can move straight into careers including marketing,media design, web animation or games development.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.88

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEHigher National Certificate in MediaProduction, Level 4This practical course is aimed at those interested in film and videomaking. The course encourages experimentation and creativedevelopment. It includes all aspects of digital video and 16mm filmmaking a strong emphasis on the use of sound. There is both digital andanalogue editing using Final Cut Pro and Steenbeck editing tables.This course provides a foundation in aspects of the moving image and soundto allow students to understand current developments and deal with changesin technology. It will enable learners to develop a portfolio of work whichcan be shown to potential employers or higher educational establishments.Course ContentThe course comprises ten units, the majority of which are practical.• Contextual Studies• Media Industries• Research Techniques• Media Project• Production Management• Camera and LightingWorkshop• Video Editing• Director• Radio Documentary• Sound for theMoving ImageAssessmentAssessment of knowledgeand understanding occursthrough a number of practicaland written assignments.Students are given writtenand verbal feedback andaction points to help themto develop their work.All students must have89

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Higher National Certificatein Media Production, Level 4an interview with one or more members of the course team.Potential students must demonstrate an enthusiasm for thesubject, a willingness to study outside the course hours as wellas a commitment to the course. There maybe a diagnostic teston enrolment. There will be a short written test at the interview.Career OpportunitiesEmployment in the media industry orprogression to a full degree course.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.Students should also have a portfolio of completed workor work in progress. All students must have an interviewwith one or more members of the course team.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250 per yearAngie came from Vietnamwith plans to study for aMasters Degree at a BritishUniversity. She says, “Cometo South Thames for theexcellent teaching, state-ofthe-artfacilities, wonderfulstudent support and adiverse environment — youcan have representativesfrom four different continentsin your class! I feel happygoing to college everyday.”90

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEHigher National Diploma in MediaProduction, Level 5The HND is aimed primarily at those with an HNC in Mediaand for those interested in film and video making, be itgraphical or interactive in nature. The course will encourageexperimentation and creative development in film and otherrelated mediums that will still take account of all aspects ofdigital video and 16mm film making with a further emphasison the use of sound. There is both digital and analogueediting using Final Cut Pro and Steenbeck editing tables.This course will provide a more intense recognition of themoving image and sound in order to give students moreunderstanding of new technological advances as well ascurrent developments and practices in the media and filmindustries. It will also allow learners to further developtheir portfolio as a basis of work which can be shown topotential employers or higher educational establishments.Start Date:SeptemberDuration:2 yearsLocation:WandsworthCourse Fees£5,250 per yearCourse ContentThe course comprises of ten units, the majorityof which are practical and linked to the skillsrequired to be a film practitioner.AssessmentAssessment will take the form of practical and theoreticalassignments and activities throughout the year.Assignments will be integrated (i.e. using more thanone unit per assignment) to gain maximum interest andbenefit from the fusion of disciplines within the course.Entry RequirementsEducation: QCF level 4 qualification, or overseasequivalent Some knowledge or experience oflens based media or arts subject is useful,Students should also have a portfolio ofcompleted work or work in progress.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.91

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Diploma in Music Performance,Level 3This exciting performance course will help develop students’expertise as performers through musicianship and keyboardclasses, rehearsal sessions and a wide variety of performances,including a tour of schools and gigs in local clubs.You will gain expertise on your instrument or voice throughsmall group workshops and benefit from seminars and visitsfrom our many links to the professional music industry.Additionally, you will learn essential music technologyand production skills alongside music business studies toprovide you with comprehensive and rounded training.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentAssessment of knowledge and understanding occursthrough a number of practical and written assignments.Students are given written and verbal feedback andaction points to help them to develop their work.Career OpportunitiesHigher education or workin the music industry.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year12) or overseas equivalent.All applicants will take part in aninterview and audition and begiven some basic aural tests.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.92

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEEdexcel Diploma in Music Technology,Level 3This course is aimed at students who wish to advance theirskills and technical knowledge in music technology andproduction with a view to gaining a qualification that willenable them to progress onto a higher level qualification,or seek employment in the music technology industry.Using our industry standard equipment, you will developyour skills in sequencing; sampling; recording; and mixingand mastering, resulting in music production of highstandard. Alongside these practical technical elements,students will study the workings of the music industry,music keyboard skills and compositional skills.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentAssessment of knowledge and understanding occursthrough a number of practical and written assignments.Students are given written and verbal feedback andaction points to help them to develop their work.Career OpportunitiesThis course prepares students for entry intouniversity to continue studying to degree level, or toemployment in the music technology industry.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.You must bring a CD of recent workto your interview. Your music mustdemonstrate at least a basic understandingof commonly used sequencing software(Cubase or Logic for example).English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 ineach section) or equivalent.93

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate inMusic Production, Level 4This course caters for students with a background in soundengineering or music programming. You will study productiontechniques, advanced programming and editing, sound topicture and current developments within the music business.Students will develop a range of skills, techniques and personalattributes essential for successful performance in working life.The programme comprises ten modules as follows:• Applied Music Production Techniques• Audio Post-Production Techniques• Computer Music Compositions and Production• Computer Music Systems• Music In Context• Creative Arts Research Skills• Live Sound For Small Venues• Music Business in the 21st Century• Music Studio Production• Music TechnologyStart DateSeptemberDuration1 YearLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,250AssessmentContinued assessment by a series of assignments,incorporating individual and group exercises/projects, reports, essays and presentations.Career OpportunitiesStudents can progress onto a university course or into musicbased employment. This includes Music Production, Soundto Picture, Sound Engineering or Audio-Visual Support.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.94

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEHigher National Diploma in MusicProduction, Level 5This exciting level 5, 2 year practical course is intended for individuals whohave a background in sound engineering or music programming and whowish to additional sought-after skills to work in the industry. It provideshands on training in music production and technology areas. The course isdelivered by experienced industry professionals and supported by a guestspeaker programme of industry practitioners. Learners will be studyingunits such as: Applied Music Production Techniques, Live Music for SmallVenues, Audio Post Production as well as Sound Creation and Manipulation.Course ContentThe programme comprises of 16 modules including:• Critical Music Listening Skills• Creative Arts Research Skills• Music in context• Preparation, Process andProduction in the creative Arts• Accessible Music Technology• Computer Music Compositionand Production• ComputerMusic Systems• The Music Businessin the 21st Century• Music ProductionAnalysis• Music StudioProduction• Music Technology• Sound Creationand Manipulation• Studio Recordingand EngineeringContinued overleaf >95

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Higher National Diplomain Music Production, Level 5AssessmentAssessment is through a serious of practical tasksincorporating individual and group. These will besupported by reports, essays and presentations.Entry RequirementsEducation: One from the following: An A2-Level; twoAS-Levels; a Merit in a BTEC National in a related subjectarea or overseas equivalent. Potential students mustdemonstrate enthusiasm for the subject, a willingness to studyoutside the course hours, and a commitment to the course.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration:2 yearsLocation:WandsworthFees:£5,250Career OpportunitiesStudents can progress onto a university course or into musicbased employment. This includes Music Production, Soundto Picture, Sound Engineering or Audio-Visual Support.96

MEDIA, MULTIMEDIA, MUSIC AND PERFORMANCEEdexcel Diploma in Performing Arts,Level 3As well as having numerous opportunities to take part inperformances, you will receive training in voice, dance andacting, study choreography, film and TV acting, moderntheatre and contemporary dance. You will also developtechniques for expanding your confidence and performingability in your individual production company. You willlearn to run your own dance, film or theatre company andexplore the background to modern performing arts.AssessmentContinued assessment by a series of assignments,incorporating individual and group exercises andprojects, reports, essays and presentations.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCareer OpportunitiesFurther education or degree course in PerformingArts/Drama School or work as a performer.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.97

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Edexcel Diploma in TechnicalTheatre, Level 3This course is for those who are interested inworking within the Performing Arts and CreativeIndustries in the technical and design areas.You will cover topics including the following: workingin performing arts; professional development in theperforming arts industry; performing arts productionprocess; crewing; lighting operations; soundoperations; development of dramatic productions.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 YearsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearAssessmentContinued assessment by a series of assignments,incorporating individual and group exercises andprojects, reports, essays and presentations.Career OpportunitiesGo on to higher education or employment in roles such ascrew for theatres, music venues or any live events venue.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate(at least year 12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.98

SPORT AND LEISUREsport and leisureEdexcel Diploma in Sportsand Exercise Sciences(Development, Coaching andFitness), Level 3This course is aimed at those with a real interest in sport andrecreation and in developing long-term Career Opportunitiesin the industry. It aims to extend your knowledge of thesport and leisure industry in order to prepare you for workat a supervisory or managerial level or study at university.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic earsLocationWandsworthCourse Fees£5,025 per yearCourse ContentKey themes on this course include fitness trainingand programming, sports coaching, sportsdevelopment, sports nutrition, principles of anatomyand physiology for sport, psychology for sportperformance, sports injuries, practical team sports.Course StructureThe course is a combination of practical activityand theory. It is equivalent to 3 A levels.Career OpportunitiesHigher Education, or employment in Sports and Leisure.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high school leaving certificate (at leastyear 12) or four GCSEs grade A*- C in relevant subjectareas (Math, P.E. and Science) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.99

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate in SportLevel 4The HNC in Sport is designed to provide a specialist vocationalprogramme and offers progression routes to membership of theInstitute of Sport and Recreation Management (ISRM) and theInstitute for Sport, Parks and Leisure (ISPL). It offers a strongsector related emphasis on practical skills development along withthe development of requisite knowledge and understanding.The course is designed for learners who are aged 19 years and overand offers education and training to individuals who are employedor aspire to be employed in a variety of sports roles. You will gaina nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification, idealfor employment in the sector or progression to a higher educationqualification such as an undergraduate degree in a related area.Course ContentThis course is mainly classroom based with project research.You will require sports clothing and stationery.The course will include the following units:Mandatory Core Units• The Sport and Leisure Industry• Marketing Principles• Operating and Managing a Sport and leisure Facility• Customer ServiceSpecialist Units:• Applied Sports Coaching• Physical Activity, Lifestyleand Wellbeing• Injury Prevention and Treatmentin Sport and Exercise• Research Project100

SPORT AND LEISUREAssessmentThe course is assessed by a project,group work and examinations.Entry RequirementsEducation: QCF Level 3 Qualification or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.Career OpportunitiesA key progression path for Edexcel BTEC HNC learners isonto a HND or the second or third year of a degree or honoursdegree programme. This is dependent on the match of theEdexcel BTEC Higher National units to the degree programme.Start Date:SeptemberDuration:1 yearLocation:WandsworthFees£5,250101

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096 TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYtravel, tourismand hospitalityEdexcel Diploma in Traveland Tourism, Level 3This course gives you the chance to look at the various aspectsof tourism and develop highly practical skills for working life.Course ContentThe course consists of compulsory and optional units.Units for year one include: Working in Travel and Tourism,Business of Travel and Tourism, Investigating Travel andTourism, Customer Service, UK Travel Destinations, EuropeanDestinations. Some of the units you will follow in year twoinclude, Resort Representatives, Visitor Attractions, theCruise Sector and Hospitality. You will also study the NCFELevel 2 Certificate in Airline Cabin Crew, and functionalskills in English and Math. Assessment is by coursework.Start DateSeptemberDuration2 academic yearsLocationMertonFees£5,025 per yearHigherNationalHigherCareer OpportunitiesYou may go on to an HND or degreecourse. You have several differentcareer prospects for exampletour operator, travel agent, resortrepresentative or cabin crew.Entry RequirementsEducation: A good high schoolleaving certificate (at least year12) or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5in each section) or equivalent.102

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYHIgher National Certificate in Travel andTourism Management, Level 4This course is designed for those who wish to update their knowledge andskills or change careers in preparation for employment positions withinthe exciting travel and tourism industry. It offers the education and trainingfor a range of careers in the travel and tourism and leisure sectors.Course ContentThe course is classroom based with a range of activities including projectswith Travel and Tourism providers. The course consists of the following units:• The Travel and Tourism Sector• Finance and Funding in the Travel and Tourism Sector• The Developing Manager• Marketing in Travel and Tourism• Contemporary Issues in Travel and Tourism• Hospitality Provision in the Travel and Tourism Sector• Tourist Destinations• Customer Service.AssessmentThere are a range of assessment methods, including assignments,project work, and presentations. You will also undertake some groupwork and be assessed on your teamwork and leadership skills.Entry RequirementEducation: Business, Hospitality orTravel and Tourism qualification atLevel 3 or overseas equivalent.English: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 minimum ineach section) or equivalent.Continued overleaf >103

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Higher National Certificate inTravel and Tourism Management, Level 4Career OpportunitiesProgression to a Higher National Diploma orgain advanced standing on a degree.Employment in a supervisory or junior management positionwithin the Travel and Tourism or Leisure industries.A management training programme with a large InternationalTourism company with opportunities to travel.START DATE:SeptemberDURATION:1 yearLOCATION:WandsworthFEES:£5,250104

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096 TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYHigher National Diploma in Travel andTourism Management, Level 5This course is designed for those who wish to update their knowledge andskills or change careers in preparation for employment positions within theexciting Travel and Tourism industry. It offers the education and trainingfor a range of careers in the Travel and Tourism and leisure sectors.Course Content• The Travel and Tourism Sector• Finance and Funding in the Travel and Tourism Sector• The Developing Manager• Marketing in Travel and Tourism• Contemporary Issues in Travel and Tourism• Hospitality Provision in the Travel and Tourism Sector• Tourist Destinations• Customer Service• Sustainable Tourism Development• Legislation and Ethics in the Travel and Tourism Sector• Travel and Tourism Entrepreneurs• Tour Operations Management• Work-based Experience• Human Resource Management for Service industries• Quality Management for Business• Research ProjectCourse StructureClassroom based with a range of activities includingprojects with Travel and Tourism providers.AssessmentThere are a range of assessment methods, includingassignments, project work, and presentations.You will also undertake some group work and beassessed on your teamwork and leadership skills.Continued overleaf >105

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Higher National DiplomaTravel and Tourism Management, Level 5Next StepProgress to a Degree with advanced standing.Enter the work place in a supervisory or junior managementposition with in the Travel and Tourism and leisure industriesor a Management training programme with a largeInternational Tourism provider with opportunities to travel.Open your own business in the future.Entry Requirements• Business, Hospitality or Travel and Tourism qualification atLevel 3 or equivalent experience (e.g. Vocational A-Level ),• GCSE Advanced level Profile which demonstratesstrong performance in relevant subject or an adequateperformance in more than one GCE subject. Thisprofile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades A* - C• An Access to Higher Education Certificate awardedby an approved further education institution• Mature applicants with relevant industrialexperience will also be considered.• International Students Education: See above (for exampleNational Diploma in Hospitality) or overseas equivalent.• Level of English: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 minimumin each section) or equivalent.Start DateSSeptember 2012Duration1 yearLocationWandsworthFees£5,250106

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYCareer Development Programme(Hospitality), Level 3This Edexcel Certificate in Work Skills Level 3 programmeis internationally recognised and offers students theopportunity to develop a range of personal skills andattributes essential for success in the work place.The course focuses on enhancing work and employabilityskills within the Hospitality industry and it is made upof a taught element and a work placement elementboth of which are integral to the course.The course encompasses a range of units including:Start DateS6th April 2012,September 2012,January 2013 andMarch 2013Duration1 year1.5 years with workplacement module• Career development• Maximising potentialwhen applying for a Job• Strategies to improvejob interview skills• Preparing forwork placement• Reflecting onwork placement• Developingconfidence for work• Organising andchairing meetings• Personal skills• Presentations for work• Negotiation skills andpersuasion in theworkplace• Giving and receivingfeedback• Project management skillsLocationWandsworthFees£4,050£4,950 with workplacement moduleProgression/Career OpportunitiesHaving gained the essential skills such as interview techniques,teamwork as well as the soft skills that employers lookfor, such as adaptability, eagerness to learn and a can-doattitude, the student will be able to enhance their careerwithin the hospitality industry. Alternatively, the learnercan choose to progress their studies by choosing from arange of courses available at South Thames College.Entry RequirementsEducation: Entrants should have completed formal educationto full Level 2 or equivalent and be 18 years or over.English: IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in each section) or equivalent.107

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Certificate in HospitalityManagement, Level 4This course is designed for those who wish to update their knowledgeand skills or change careers in preparation for employment positionswithin the dynamic Hospitality industry. It offers the education andtraining for a range of careers in the hospitality and leisure sectors.Course Content• The Contemporary Hospitality Industry• Finance in the Hospitality Industry• Customer Service• Food and Beverage Operations Management• Rooms Division Operations Management• Marketing in Hospitality• Resource Management in Hospitality• The Travel and Tourism SectorCourse StructureClassroom based with a range of activities including projectswith Hospitality providers.AssessmentThere are a range of assessment methods,including assignments, project work, andpresentations. You will also undertakesome group work and be assessed onyour teamwork and leadership skills.Next StepProgress to a higher National Diploma orgain advanced standing on a degreeEnter the workplace in a supervisoryor junior management position within ahotel, licensed trade, food and beverageor leisure and tourism industries.108

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYGraduates can also join a management trainingprogramme with a large International Hospitalityprovider, often gaining opportunities to travel.Entry RequirementsEducation: Business, Hospitality or Travel andTourism qualification at Level 3 or equivalentexperience (e.g. Vocational A-Level).English: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 minimum in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthFees£5,250109

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Higher National Diploma in HospitalityManagement, Level 5This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in thedynamic Hospitality industry. It offers the education and training fora range of careers in the hospitality and leisure sectors which aregrowing with opportunities both nationally and Internationally.Course Content• The ContemporaryHospitality Industry• Finance in the Hospitality Industry• Customer Service• Food and BeverageOperations Management• Rooms DivisionOperations Management• Marketing in Hospitality• Resource Managementin Hospitality• The Travel and Tourism Sector• The Developing Manager• Human Resource Managementfor Service Industries• Work-based Experience• Quality Management in Business• External Business Environment• Small Business Enterprise• The Travel and Tourism Sector• Tourist DestinationsCourse StructureClassroom based with a range of activitiesincluding projects with Hospitality providers.AssessmentThere are a range of assessmentmethods, including assignments,project work, and presentations.You will also undertake some groupwork and be assessed on yourteamwork and leadership skills.110

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITYNext StepProgress to a Degree with advanced standing.Enter the work place in a supervisory or junior managementposition with in the Travel and Tourism and leisure industriesor a Management training programme with a largeInternational Tourism provider with opportunities to travel.Open your own business in the future.Entry RequirementsEducation: Business, Hospitality or Travel andTourism qualification at Level 4 or equivalentexperience (e.g. Vocational A-Level).English: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 minimum in each section) or equivalent.Start DateSeptemberDuration1 yearLocationWandsworthFees£5,250 per year111

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UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESAccommodationThis section will tell you moreabout the different types ofaccommodation that you canchoose during your time in theUK. You will need somewheresuitable to stay when you arrive inLondon, and it is important toarrange this before you leavehome.We advise you to live close to thecollege, as this will help you savemoney and time on travel. It isalso very important that youarrange property insurance foryour possessions- theinternational office can give youadvice on how to do this.ArrangingAccommodationYourselfThere are a number of websitesthat you can use to arrangeaccommodation yourself. Youmust ask for confirmation andmake sure that theaccommodation is not too faraway from the college:www.host-guest.co.ukwww.britanniatravel.comwww.london-hostels.co.ukwww.m-andm.co.ukExtra Tip: See travel guides orbooks on living in London for moreinformationSTCLAccommodationServiceThe College does not have its ownhostel or residences, but workswith selected accommodationagencies which arrange HomeStay or Flat Share accommodationfor you.Accommodation arranged by oneof our partner agencies isconvenient for travel to College,usually in about 30 - 45 minutesby walking or public transport,although up to 1 hour is possible,especially during particularly busytimes of the year.We use the AccommodationBooking Form to find out aboutyour requirements and help us torecommend the best option foryou. Once your visa and UK arrivaldetails are confirmed, we willconfirm your booking and sendyou the details of youraccommodation.113

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Home StayWhat to expectChoosing home stayaccommodation is a great way tolearn about the culture of the UK.Our home stay hosts are allcarefully selected and checked byour partner agencies and areEnglish-speakers. They include arange of backgrounds, culturesand ages.Facilities and cleaningYou will usually have a single roomin a family home. Your room will becleaned for you and your bed linenand towels changed once a week.Laundry facilities for you to washyour clothes will be usuallyavailable weekly as well. Bathroomfacilities will be available every day.MealsHome stay is usually Bed andBreakfast, but you may also beable to request evening meals (halfboard). Most hosts provide acontinental breakfast with cerealand toast, and some offer acooked “English” breakfast. Theevening meal typically consists ofmeat or fish, vegetables and pastaor rice. The meals are usuallyeaten with the host. You can alsouse the kitchen to make hot drinksor reheat simple snacks.How long you can stayThe minimum booking period forour home stay is normally 4 weeks(except Summer Courses, 3weeks minimum).114

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESHome Stay Weekly Prices 2012Bed & Breakfast single room*Zone 1 & 2, Central LondonBed, Breakfast single room*Zone 3 & 4Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal, Single Room*Zone 1 & 2, Central LondonBed, Breakfast & Evening Meal, Single Room*Zone 3 & 4,Summer 2012 Olympics supplement(22 July - 18 August 2012)*Christmas / New Year supplement(25 December 2012 - 01 January 2013)*Private Bathroom Supplement£152 per person£130 per person£190 per person£163 per personAdd extra £40 perperson per weekAdd extra £30 perperson per weekAdd extra £45 perperson per weekWith your booking you must pay 4 weeks rent in advance (3 weeks for Summer courses)Flat ShareIn the UK, the word “flat” isgenerally used to describe anapartment. Weekly rents arecharged per person and coverutility bills (for electricity, gas andwater), which are used for heatingand hot water, but do not includemeals.What to expectOur partners offer single rooms, ortwin rooms - for couples or closefamily. For groups travellingtogether, our partners can alsoarrange a whole apartment for youto share. Properties are generallynon-smoking.Independent BudgetFlat ShareOur independent flat share optionis for mature students. Residentsare self-sufficient and rooms aresimply furnished, in slightly lessexpensive areas. They are giventheir own keys to the property,and usually share the kitchen,lounge and bathroom with other115

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096students. People choosing thisoption will need to bring their ownbedding and towels.Supervised flat share/Student houseOur supervised flat share is agood alternative to expensiveLondon hostels or home stay.The landlord lives either nearby orin the same property. Students willshare the kitchen, lounge andbathroom with other students,and have their own keys to theproperty. Bedding and towels areprovided in the Supervised FlatShare and will be changed weekly.Facilities and cleaningApartments are furnished, havetimed central heating andconstant hot water and normally awashing machine. Students areresponsible for keeping theirbedroom and the apartment cleanand tidy.MealsYou will cook your own meals -all utensils and equipmentare provided.Self Catering Weekly Prices 2012Supervised Flat Share - single room* Superiorquality. Zones 2-4Supervised Flat Share - twin room (onlyavailable for couples)*Superior Quality. Zones 2-4Supervised Flat Share - single room*Standard Quality. Zones 2-4Supervised Flat Share - twin room (onlyavailable for couples)*Standard Quality. Zones 2-4*Summer 2012 Olympics supplement(22 July - 18 August 2012)*Christmas / New Year Supplement(25 December 2012 - 01 January 2013)With your booking you must pay 6 weeks rent in advance(4 weeks rental plus 2 weeks refundable deposit)£165 per person£133 per person£145 per person£117 per personadd extra £40 perperson per weekadd extra £30 perperson per weekALL ACCOMMODATION IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.116

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESStudent SupportSouth Thames College welcomesover 1,500 international studentseach year from countries all overthe world and our Internationalteam will help to guide youthrough the application andenrolment process. We can alsoput you in touch with one of ourauthorised agents andrepresentatives who will be ableto give you detailed informationin-country.Before YouArrivePre-Arrival GuideOnce your offer to study at STCLis confirmed, we will send you aPre-Arrival Guide. This will provideyou with detailed informationabout preparing to come to theUK, what you need to do whenyou arrive in London and beginyour studies at STCL.UK ImmigrationIf you are not a national of aEuropean Economic Area - EEA- country or Switzerland and wishto enter the UK as a student, youwill need documents to confirmunconditional acceptance on afull-time study programme.In most cases, you must obtaina Tier 4 Student Visa, before youtravel. Check with a BritishEmbassy or High Commission,or on the internet at www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk, as early asyou can - processes can takesome time.To apply for a Tier 4 Student Visa,you must confirm that you havebeen accepted for a full-timecourse of study using aConfirmation of Acceptance forStudies (CAS) number from theCollege.To apply for an Extended StudentVisitor Visa for an English courseat any level, for 11 monthsmaximum (or for a Student VisitorVisa for 6 months maximum), youmust confirm that you have beenaccepted for a full-time course ofstudy using a visa letter from theCollegeWe can issue these for you whenwe register you as an STCLstudent.117

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096InsuranceYou will need to arrange personal,property, travel and medicalinsurance before you come to theUK. You will receive details ofinsurance services offered by ourpartner Endsleigh Insurance alongwith your CAS and acceptancedocuments, and information abouthow to book it.Cost of Living in LondonBritish Council figures show thatstudying at a college in the UK isgood value. Total costs, includingtuition, accommodation, food,books, travel and clothing are onaverage lower than in other majorEnglish speaking countries. Visaregulations state that you shouldhave £800 per month for livingexpenses in London.Arriving inLondonYou should arrive in London atleast a few days before the start ofyour course. There will be aninduction event at the collegewhich will give you moreinformation about studying atSTCL and living in the UK. Thereare various sources of help andadvice; these include StudentCounsellors and Welfare Advisers.For international student issuessuch as visa extensions you canmeet the International StudentWelfare Officer.Airport Transfer/Pick-UpWe can arrange a taxi to meet youat a London airport and take youto your accommodation. This costs£70 from Heathrow, £90 fromGatwick and £95 from Stansted.118

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESFees and FinanceCourse FeesThe fees listed in this prospectuscover your tuition. You will need tobudget separately for items suchas accommodation, insurance,and transport.You will also need to buy coursebooks (£20-£25 per term forEnglish course books - more forother courses). Exam registrationand external assessment chargesare included for our Academiccourses but not for Englishcourses.Fees must normally be paid inadvance and you will be givenmore information about this inyour offer letter.119

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Fees ListEnglish Courses — Wandsworth CampusGeneral or Business English, Academic English (English for Undergraduateor PostGraduate Study) — all 15 hours per week16 April – 29 June 2012 £1,02016 April – 10 August 2012 £1,59016 April – 12 December 2012 (including Summer) £2,65516 April 2012 – 22 March 2013 (3 terms) £3,08016 April 2012 – 22 March 2013 (4 terms including Summer 2012) £3,32502 July – 12 December 2012, 19 weeks £1,71002 July 2012 – 22 March 2013, 31 weeks (3 terms including Summer 2012) £2,77502 July 2012 – 28 June 2013, 42 weeks (4 terms including Summer 2012) £3,71023 July – 12 December 2012, 16 weeks £1,44023 July 2012 – 22 March 2013 £2,43023 July 2012 – 28 June 2013 £3,45506 September – 12 December 2012 £1,17006 September 2012 – 22 March 2013 £2,16006 September 2012 – 28 June 2013, 36 weeks (3 Terms) £3,20006 September 2012 – 09 August 2013, 42 weeks (4 terms including Summer) £3,710English Top-Up classesPronunciation; Academic Writing; general Writing 3 hours per weekper term, to June 2013 £180British Culture; Grammar Workshop; Listening Skills; Preparing for Work 1.5 Hours per weekper term, to June 2013 £90Business English or Academic English 5 Hours per week (evening only)January – March 2012 term £315April – July 2012 term £340September – December 2012 term £400Teaching Knowledge Test 10 weeks x 4 hours per weekper term, to June 2012 £285Intensive English Summer courses 2012 20 hours per week3 weeks, 02 – 20 July or 23 July – 10 August, 2012 £3956 weeks, 02 July – 10 August, 2012 £750Intensive English teaching Summer courses 2Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) 4 weeks, 2012 £1,175120

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESFees ListUndergraduate and Postgraduate CoursesUniversity Preparation programmesACCESS to Higher Education £5,995A levels£5,995 p.y.University Foundation Programme £6,500Art & DesignEdexcel BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art & Design £5,025Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Interior Design £5,025Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Design £5,250Business & FinanceABE Diploma in Business Management £3,700ABE Diploma in Business Management (Extended) £4,855ABE Higher Diploma in Business Management £4,250ABE Higher Diploma in Business Management (Extended) £5,400ABE Higher Diploma in Business Management with Work Placement module £5,150ABE Higher Diploma in Business Management with£6,300Work Placement module (Extended)ABE Graduate Integrated Diploma in Business Management £8,500ABE Graduate Integrated Diploma in Business£9,400Management with Work Placement moduleEdexcel Higher National Diploma in Business Management£5,250 p.yBA (Hons) Business Management (final stage of Degree)£6,350(validated by the University of Cumbria)Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership £5,300Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma in Strategic Management£6,200and Leadership with Work Placement moduleMasters of Business Administration (validated by the University of Cumbria) £4,350MA in Marketing (validated by the University of Cumbria) £7,000Accounting (AAT) Diploma in Accounting £5,025Construction & EngineeringEdexcel BTEC Certificate in Construction£5,025 p.y.Edexcel National Diploma in Engineering£5,025 p.yEdexcel National Diploma in Electronic Engineering£5,025 p.yContinued overleaf >121

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Continued: Fees ListUndergraduate and Postgraduate CoursesConstruction & Engineering (continued)IMI National Diploma in Motorcycle Servicing & Repair£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Construction£5,250 p.yHair & BeautyDiploma in Hairdressing £5,025National Diploma in Production Arts, Make-Up for the Theatre & Film£5,025 p.yDiploma in Beauty Therapy £5,025Higher National Certificate in Hair and Beauty Management£5,250 p.yHealth & Social CareCACHE Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Social Care£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Health Studies£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Health and Social Care £5,250Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care £5,250ComputingEdexcel Diploma in IT (Networking & Systems Support)£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Computing £5,250Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development £5,250Media, Multimedia, Music & PerformanceEdexcel Diploma in Creative Media Production (Mobile & Web Design)£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Creative Media Production (Games Development)£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Games Design £5,250Edexcel Diploma in Media Studies (Audio)£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Media Studies (Moving Images)£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Media Production (Interactive Media)£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Media Production £5,250Higher National Diploma in Media Production£5,025 p.yBTEC Diploma in Music Performance£5,025 p.y122

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESMedia, Multimedia, Music & Performance (continued)Edexcel Diploma in Music Technology£5,025 p.yHigher National Certificate in Music Production £5,250Higher National Diploma in Music Production£5,250 p.yEdexcel Diploma In Performing Arts£5,025 p.yEdexcel Diploma in Technical Theatre£5,025 p.ySport & LeisureEdexcel Diploma in Sports & Exercise Sciences (Development, Coaching & Fitness) £5,025 p.y.Higher National Certificate in Sport £5,250Travel, Tourism & hospitalityEdexcel BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism£5,025 p.y.Higher National Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management £5,250Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management £5,250Career Development Programme (Hospitality) £4,050Career Development Programme (Hospitality) with Work Placement Module £4,950Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management £5,250Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management £5,250p.y. = per year123

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096How to ApplyIf You AreOutside the UKApply through one of ourlocal representativesSTCL has carefully selectedauthorised agents andrepresentatives in many differentcountries worldwide. They will beable to help you select the mostsuitable study programme, andguide you through the applicationprocess. They will also advise youthroughout your visa application.There may be a fee for some or allof their services, but many will notcharge you. For more information,please contact the representativein your country.Find details of our official agentsand representatives on ourwebsite at www.south-thames.ac.uk or send an e-mail tointernational.office@south-thames.ac.ukPlease send them to theinternational office by email orpost (details can be found on theform) and one of the team willcontact you.Once we receiveyour applicationWe will process your applicationand decide if we can offer you aplace. This usually takes two tothree working days, but may beslightly longer in holiday periods.We will normally contact you bye-mail, or send an offer letterdirectly to your agent.If we are able to offer you a place,we will send you offer documentsto confirm the details andconditions of your course, yourregistration as an STCL studentand of our sponsorship of yourvisa application. If we think youwill not succeed on the courseyou applied for, we may offer analternative.Apply directlyYou can also downloadinternational application formsfrom our website at www.souththames.ac.ukor request them bye-mail from international.office@south-thames.ac.uk124

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESTo confirm your place, you willneed to sign and return the courseacceptance and other forms andpay your course fees as stated onthe offer documents. You can alsobook additional services such asairport pick up, accommodationand insurance. Payments shouldbe in GBP £.When we receive your feepayment, we will register you as astudent of South Thames College.We will send you documentationto confirm this - a Confirmation ofAcceptance for Studies/CAS (or aVisa Letter for a Student VisitorVisa or Extended Student VisitorVisa for English courses).Guidance on how to apply foryour visa can be found with youracceptance documents and onlineat www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/aboutus/features/studyingintheukIf You Are Inthe UKYou should send a completedapplication form to international.office@south-thames.ac.uk orsend it to the international office.One of the International team willget in touch to advise you on yourapplication.Important! Any offer of a placethat we make to you is based onthe information you provide onyour application. During theinduction period of your studies,we will give you furtherassessment. As a result, afterdiscussion with you tutor, we maytransfer you to other studies. Ifevidence of your language skills orqualifications is discovered not tobe genuine, we may transfer youor terminate your enrolment.125

www.south-thames.ac.uk/international • +44 20 8918 7096Work Placements forStudents at STCLSouth Thames College London isone of the few UK colleges thatoffers you the opportunity toundertake a work placementmodule as part of your course.Students enrolled on our ABEHigher Diploma, ABE GraduateIntegrated Diploma, or theExtended Diploma in StrategicManagement and Leadership canopt for a paid work placementmodule which then becomes anintegral part of their course. Hereyou can find out more about whatto expect from this module, andwhether it will be suitable for you.The work placement module willgive you useful experience of theUK workplace, help you todevelop your CV, and learn usefulskills for interviews andemployment. Students have beenplaced in a wide variety ofcompanies, includingPricewaterhouseCoopers,Barclays Bank, Sainsburys,Universal Office Equipment,Regency Hotel and Tesco.Students have been employed inmany different job roles- rangingfrom Management Trainee, HRAssistant, Sales Assistant,Cashier, Data Entry Clerk, Foodand Beverages assistant andCustomer Services Advisor toWebsite Developer.As part of the module you will behelped to develop your CV, andwill have the opportunity to attendat least three interviews. Yourindividual skills, abilities andcommitment to the module willhelp to secure the best placementfor you.126

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSESZahir KotadiyaZahir completed his PGDMS course here at STC inNovember, and as part of course he undertook a workplacement in the Infrastructure Department atPricewaterhouseCoopers then progressed to study theMBA top-up programme. We asked him some questionsabout his study and work placement.What did you learn from your work placement?I was working at PricewaterhouseCoopers with a team ona live project…the working environment and the supportand guidance given by line managers was fabulous…Ilearned a great deal in this six months. It’s an ideal place foran internship.How did you choose your course?I wanted to opt for a course that had a placementembedded in it. This allowed me to study and also gainsome international experience as well.How do you think your experience as a student atSTCL will help you with your future career?Having completed a work placement at an MNC willdefinitely be considered as a plus point when applying tojobs. The knowledge and exposure to the internationalmarket that I have gained is priceless.127

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