Windsor Forest College Group HE Guide

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HIGHER EDUCATION GUIDE

WELCOME TO HIGHER EDUCATION AT LANGLEY, STRODE’S AND WINDSOR COLLEGES PART OF THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Getting a higher level qualification provides increased career choices and opportunity, higher earnings and greater confidence – but going to traditional university may be expensive or inconvenient.

With smaller class sizes, a closer relationship with tutors with relevant industry experience and qualifications, studying at any of our colleges is a wise choice.

OUR UNIVERSITY PARTNERS We work in partnership with prestigious university partners who validate our programmes.

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WHY CHOOSE US? OUTSTANDING RESULTS

LOWER FEES – LESS DEBT

Our results are well above the national average so you are guaranteed a quality learning experience at any of our colleges.

Our tuition fees are half that of most universities – yet our qualifications are the same. Student debt is typically below that of a traditional university and our qualifications open doors to real jobs and careers.

EACH YEAR OF STUDY COUNTS Each year of study on an advanced level course is a step towards a full degree. You can get an HNC in year 1, an HND in year 2 or study a Foundation Degree over two years, you can top up to a full degree in year 3, or at a later date if you prefer.

INDUSTRY LINKS We have years of working extensively with industry partners to ensure all of our qualifications are current and relevant, keeping up to date with industry developments and changing requirements.

EXCELLENCE GUARANTEED The College meets the UK standards for its HE provision as awarded by the Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency in its review of the college in 2015.

INDUSTRY EXPERTISE Our tutors are all highly experienced professionals in their field. They not only teach the academic theory but can also contextualise this and provide a skills base that employers are looking for.

RESULTS ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGE

91% PASSED ON THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AND SOCIAL WORK PATHWAY (22% above the National Average)

EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES Our colleges have benefited from considerable investment in the last five years in their Higher Education provision – equipped with the latest facilities, equipment and technology.

85% PASSED ON THE ACCESS TO NURSING PATHWAY (13% above the National Average)

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LANGLEY COLLEGE Conveniently located, Langley College is just a short walk from Langley train station on the mainline through to London Paddington.

Situated at the heart of the community, the college offers a vibrant and supportive learning environment where you can gain a qualification, receive hands-on training, make new friends and enjoy learning.

Our facilities feature industry-standard equipment and software to ensure you are up to date with the latest technologies and techniques used in the workplace.

STRODE’S COLLEGE In the heart of Egham, Strode’s College offers an exceptional learning experience with high quality teaching areas and social spaces. The college offers a blend of traditional and modern facilities within a five minute walk of the town’s train station, which has excellent transport links.

WINDSOR COLLEGE Windsor College is a bright and modern campus, equipped with hi-tech classrooms and creative suites. We have invested in providing a top class learning environment.

NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART LEARNING CENTRE

FREE PARKING Students can park for free at Langley, Strode’s and Windsor Colleges. You just need to register your car with Reception where you will be given a permit which must be displayed at all times.

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Langley College has won funding from the Local Growth Fund to create a new Higher Education Centre, open to students from September 2019. This investment will provide students with modern facilities, a contemporary learning centre and state‑of‑the-art teaching spaces.

FUNDING YOUR STUDIES Higher Education courses are covered by a Student Tuition Fee Loan awarded by the Student Loans Company, visit www.slc.co.uk/england to find out more. You only start to repay your loan once you are earning over ÂŁ25,000 per annum, on completion of your course.

For Access to HE courses, you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay for the tuition fees. This loan is not means tested or credit checked. Repayments only start once you have completed the course and are earning more than ÂŁ25,000 per year. If you continue and complete a Higher Education course this loan will be written off.

SUPPORT Our student services team are happy to talk to you further about Student Loans. Please contact us via telephone 01753 793271 or email highereducation@windsor-forest.ac.uk We have drop-in sessions available over the summer for students who want to find out more about loans or need help with their applications.

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ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION

If you are returning to education after a long break or don’t have the relevant qualifications to start a Higher Education course right away, our Access to HE courses are designed to update your skills and prepare you for study at a higher level in just one year.

WE OFFER SEVEN SPECIFIC PATHWAYS: 1 BUSINESS 2 COMPUTING 3

250+

STUDENTS HAVE PROGRESSED FROM ACCESS, TO HE TO UNIVERSITY IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS

CONSTRUCTION/ ENGINEERING NURSING AND

4 HEALTHCARE

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SOCIAL SCIENCES AND EDUCATION

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(AT WINDSOR CAMPUS)

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ACCESS TO HE NURSING AND HEALTHCARE “ The teachers were amazing, It's an intense course but luckily no exams. I made friends for life.

We got loads of encouragement and help to apply to university.

I'm in my second year at Buckinghamshire New University studying Adult Nursing and I've never been happier. ” AMY FORDHAM ACCESS TO HE NURSING AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONS

OUR ACCESS TO HE COURSES ARE ACCREDITED

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HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES We offer courses from Level 4–Level 6 which include Higher National Certificates (HNCs), Higher National Diplomas (HNDs), Foundation Degrees, Higher Apprenticeships and BA (Hons).

Business | Foundation Degree

Aeronautical Engineering | HND

Validated by Bucks New University

Validated by Pearson

Business | HND

Motor Vehicle Engineering | HND

Validated by Pearson

Validated by Pearson

Children’s Development and Learning | Foundation Degree

Tourism and Hospitality Management | Foundation Degree

Validated by University of Reading

Validated by University College Birmingham

Computing and Systems Development | HND

Working with Children and Young People | Foundation Degree

Validated by Pearson

Validated by University of West London

Construction | HND General Engineering | HND

Working in Integrated Services for Children and Young People | BA(Hons)

Validated by Pearson

Validated by University of West London

Validated by Pearson

Health and Social Care | Foundation Degree Validated by Bucks New University

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95% ACHIEVEMENT RATE AND THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR ABOVE NATIONAL BENCHMARK

BUSINESS | HND Validated by Pearson

Visual Merchandising | HNC Validated by Pearson

Performing Arts | HND Validated by Pearson

“ Doing a course at Langley College can be cheaper and you get better value. Smaller groups make it easier to interact with your lecturer and you attend events and get many employment opportunities to develop skills needed for the future.”

CHRISLYN PAUL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION DEGREE

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HIGHE

SHI E C I T N E R R APP

Higher Apprenticeships offer a valid alternative to university, with the qualifications to match.

An apprenticeship is a job with substantial training and the development of transferable skills. You will earn while training and will have no debts as there are no tuition fees to pay.

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WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS Network Engineering | Level 4 Construction Management | Level 4 Aerospace | Level 4 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering | Level 4 Sustainable Built Environment | Level 5 Management | Level 5

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Select your course on our website windsor-forest.ac.uk/courses/ higher-education Click apply online and add to your basket Complete the online form You will be invited to an interview – come along and get your offer Accept your place Start studying!

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