Reaseheath Undergraduate Enrolment September 2015 Entry

Raising Standards Inspiring Achievement

Undergraduate ENROLMENT September 2015 entry

Harper Adams

www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo

Welcome to Reaseheath I am delighted to welcome you to Reaseheath and look forward to meeting you at the beginning of your studies. You have chosen to study at one of the best specialist land-based Colleges in the country. Reaseheath has a national reputation for its excellence, a reputation that has been supported by recent QAA reviews that recognise Reaseheath as a leading provider of higher education in the college sector. Reaseheath provides a tremendous opportunity for you to develop specialist skills and knowledge in your chosen field, and also has wonderful social and recreational opportunities for you to enjoy. Our high achievement rates and progression into employment is due to the expertise of our staff and the superb support you will receive at the College, as well as, of course, the hard work and commitment of your fellow students.

As well as the qualification you are studying for, you will have the opportunity to build up your experience and CV with us, which will really help you when you are seeking employment.

Our core values are important to us and we will work together to deliver these.

People: We are passionate about our learners, staff and customers and place them at the heart of all we do by supporting, developing, empowering, encouraging, respecting and valuing their contributions.

Responsibility: We encourage individuals to be responsible and accountable for their actions and decisions, and we promote community cohesion and environmental sustainability through our behaviour.

One of our core values is that “students and staff are at the heart of all we do�. We are committed to equality of opportunity and access to education, training and employment opportunities for all. This is irrespective of race, gender, disability or learning difficulties, age, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing access to, and delivery of, high quality courses in a friendly supportive environment.

At Reaseheath we will do all we can to help you and to make sure your time here is enjoyable and rewarding. Your commitment to your studies and becoming involved in the recreational and social elements of College life is key to your success and enjoyment. The more you put into your studies and to your time at Reaseheath the more you will get out of it. I am sure you will look back at your time in College as the most enjoyable time of your life.

During the next year we will be continuing with our capital investment programme that will provide us all with world class specialist teaching facilities and resources.

Each year student representatives are elected to the Student Association. Please consider giving your time to this important role and put your name forward for elections in the Autumn term. The Student Association plays an extremely valuable role in organising social, recreational and fund raising events. Please support the association and put your name forward for one of the posts.

I wish you every success during your time at our College and I look forward to celebrating your success at our annual Graduation ceremonies.

Integrity: We believe in honesty, integrity and the highest ethical standards in everything we do.

Diversity:

Meredydd David OBE Principal

We recognise, respect, promote and celebrate diversity.

Excellence: We challenge ourselves to strive for the highest standards of quality and behaviour by adopting a supportive self critical approach in our pursuit of excellence.

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Contents Page Welcome to Reaseheath 2 Enrolment Checklist 4 Enrolment Day Arrangements 5 Full-time Students Part-time Students Residential Students Transport Arrangements Student Security Card Meals for Non-residential Students/Parents Assistance on Enrolment Day

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Campus Map Financial Information

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Tuition Fees Payment of Tuition Fees Full Time Students Part Time Students Accommodation Fees Additional Fees Bursary Awards Council Tax Access to Learning Fund Financial Difficulties Reaseheath Trust Fund Enrolment Form 2015/16

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Self Assessment Form 2015/16

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Part-time / Employers Details Form

17

Student Accommodation

19

Residential Fees On Campus Accommodation Meal Cards for Catered Accommodation

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Accommodation Application Form Transport Arrangements

21 23

Students Living in Crewe Students Living in Other Residential Areas Transport Arrangements by Train and own Transport General Information Transport Application Form

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Term Dates General Information

27 28

Enrolment - What to do next Contact Details

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How To Find Us

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Enrolment Checklist THE FOLLOWING FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF RECEIPT. Please return all forms using the enclosed pre-paid envelope provided.

All forms are perforated and can be removed from the booklet.

Form

Page Numbers

Enrolment Form (All years, all programmes)

11-14

Learner Support – Self Assessment Form (All first year students only)

15

Employer details for payment of fees (Part-time Students only)

17

Accommodation Application Form (If required)

19-21

Transport Application Form (If required)

23-25

Tick

THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE BROUGHT WITH YOU TO ENROLMENT. Form

Tick

Financial Notification from the Student Loan Company (If you are paying your tuition fees with a student loan) Copy of certificates (e.g. A Level, BTEC, Access to He) if not already provided to Registry Department Proof of identity (drivers licence, passport or birth certificate) Letter from employer if they are paying fees

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Enrolment Arrangements FULL TIME STUDENTS Enrolment for students will take place on Monday 14th September 2015.

All students on full-time courses should report to the Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) at the specified times:

Course

Arrive between

FdSc Equine Science and Management FdSc Equine Science, Complementary Therapy and Natural Horsemanship BSc/BSc (Hons) Equine Science (Top Up) BSc (Hons) Equine Science (3 years) BSc Equine Science and Sports Performance

9:15am - 11:00am

FdSc Agriculture FdSc Agriculture with Dairy Herd Management FdSc Adventure Sports Management FdSc Garden and Landscape Design BSc (Hons ) Plant Production Technology BSc (Hons) Landscape Management BSc (Hons) Landscape Management (Top-Up) FdSc Environmental Conservation and Land Management

11:15am - 12:15pm

FdSc in Animal Management - Zoo Management FdSc Animal Management - Behaviour and Welfare BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc Wildlife Conservation and Ecology BSc Zoo Management (Top-Up) BSc Animal Management (Top-Up)

12:45pm - 2:45pm

FdSc Rural Events Management FdSc Business and Events Management BSc (Hons) Business and Events Management BSc (Hons) Business and Events Management (Top-Up) FdSc Bakery and Patisserie Technology FdSc Food Manufacturing with Business Management BSc/BSc (Hons) Food Manufacturing with Operations Management (Top Up)

3:00pm - 4:00pm

PART TIME STUDENTS Enrolment day arrangements for part-time students are outlined below:

Course FdSc Agriculture FdSc Agriculture with Dairy Herd Management FdSc in Countryside Conservation and Recreation Management FdSc Garden and Landscape Design Professional Certificate in Food Technology with Dairy Specialism Professional Certificate in Food Technology with Bakery Specialism Professional Certificate in Food Technology with Meat Specialism Professional Certificate in Food Technology with Nutrition Specialism FdSc Food Manufacturing with Business Management BSc/BSc (Hons) Food Manufacturing with Operations Management

Enrol with full-time students Enrol with full-time students Please contact Course Manager for information on 01270 613261 Enrol with full-time students Please contact Course Manager for information on 01270 613223 Enrol with full-time students Enrol with full-time students

ALL STUDENTS If you are unable to enrol on the 14th September at the times specified, please contact Shane Wild on 01270 613282 or email shanew@reaseheath.ac.uk to arrange an appropriate date and time.

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Enrolment Arrangements RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS Residential students should report to Student Services in the Centrepoint building between 1:00pm and 6:00pm on Sunday 13th September where they will be met by Student Services staff who will distribute room keys and residential information.

Students who are not able to arrive on Sunday 13th September will have access to their rooms after Enrolment on Monday 14th September.

Residential students will still need to enrol in the Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall) on Monday 14th September.

TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS

By Car The main entrance is accessed from Main Road (B5074).

Free student car parking is available on campus. If you intend to bring your own vehicle to college you will be required to display a valid student parking permit (these are available from Student Services).

By Bus The nearest town to Reaseheath is Nantwich where there is a bus station. If you require information regarding bus services to Reaseheath please see transport arrangements on page 21 or visit our website. The college is a just over a one mile walk from Nantwich.

By Train The nearest main-line railway station is Crewe. There is a bus which leaves Crewe Station for Reaseheath at 8.30am each weekday morning (from the taxi rank area). Alternatively from Crewe railway station, you may walk along Nantwich Road approximately ½ mile to catch the No. 44, 45 or 84 bus service to Nantwich, which is every 15 minutes. The journey to Nantwich takes 15 minutes. Service 44, 45 and 84 also departs from Crewe bus station at 15 minute intervals. The cost of a taxi to the College is approximately £12.

STUDENT SECURITY CARD During the enrolment process all students will be issued with a Personal Identity Card which will carry your photograph. There is no need to bring a photograph of yourself as this will be taken at Enrolment.

MEALS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS/PARENTS All students and parents can obtain meals in the Reaseheath Restaurant. A wide range of snacks and meals are available.

ASSISTANCE ON ENROLMENT DAY Students with disabilities are able to enrol in person, by proxy or by post. Please contact the Higher Education Office on 01270 613284 if you wish to discuss any of these options.

If you choose to enrol in person, assistance will be provided if required. Please contact the Higher Education Office on 01270 613284 before Enrolment to arrange suitable requirements.

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Construction Countryside

Adventure Sports

Agriculture / Farm Office

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Restaurant

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Horticulture

Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Business and Events

Floristry

Engineering / Motor Vehicle

Animal Management

Equine

BUILDINGS

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Old Hall Farm

Milking Parlour

Anaerobic Digestor

Work-based Learning /

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Apprenticeships / Sports Studies

Foundation

Design Studio

Bar and Social Areas

Reaseheath Hall

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Horticulture and Sports Turf Office

Lecture Theatre

Lord Woolley Centre (Sports Hall)

High Ropes / Low Ropes Course

Laboratories 1, 2, 3

Marketing

IT Suite

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Philip Leverhulme Centre - Floristry - MIS Registry

Centrepoint - Reception - Enquiries and Applications Team - Student Finance Team - Library and Resources Centre - Learning Skills Centre - Student Services

Higher Education Centre

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

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Financial Information TUITION FEES Tuition fees for Degree, Foundation Degree and University Diploma courses at Reaseheath College are shown in the table below: Programmes as Reaseheath College

Full-time

Part-time

Full-time BSc programmes

£9,000

£4,500 (6 years)

Full-time Foundation Degree programmes - Agriculture, Horticulture, Equine and Food

£7,650

£5,098 (3 years) £3,825 (4 years)

Engineering and Countryside

£3,570

BSc Top Up programmes

£7,500

One Year Full-time Sandwich placement year

£510

Part-time - University of Chester validated programmes Foundation Degree - self-financing students

Information will be sent directly from the University of Chester

Overseas Students (including Isle of Man and Channel Islands)

Please ask for details

Tuition fees for self-financing students 2015/16 If you have applied for a tuition fee loan, tuition fees are paid directly to the relevant Higher Education Institution (Reaseheath College, Harper Adams University or the University of Chester) on your behalf by the Student Loans Company.

Tuition fees shown do not cover any costs associated with trips or study tours for any of the courses.

FULL-TIME STUDENTS Whilst studying there is help towards the cost of tuition fees, in the form of a Tuition Fee Loan. This loan is not means tested and can be taken out to cover fees for each year of study and is paid directly to the higher education institution. You should apply online www.directgov.uk/studentfinance In addition to the Tuition Fee Loan there are two other forms of financial support available: 1. Maintenance Grant. This is a non-repayable means tested form of support. The amount of grant available is dependant on a student’s household income. For 2015-16 the maximum Maintenance Grant available is £3,387, if your household income is under £25,000.

2. Maintenance Loan. This is a repayable form of support. There is a maximum amount available of £5,555 if you are living away from home or £4,418 if you are living at home, depending on individual circumstances.

Both the Maintenance Grant and Loan are paid direct to the student.

If you have not applied you should do so immediately. Even if you are not planning to take out any financial support you should still apply to confirm your eligibility for UK/EAA fees.

Students can complete their application online at: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance www.studentfinancewales.co.uk www.studentfinanceni.co.uk www.saas.gov.uk

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(English resident students) (Welsh resident students) (Northern Ireland resident students) (Scottish resident students)

Financial Information PART-TIME STUDENTS Part-time students starting a course in September 2015 can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. The maximum amount available is ÂŁ5,098.

Further information regarding tuition fees, student loans and other financial support can be obtained from: www.directgov.uk/studentfinance

All part-time students will be invoiced for their modules in October. Fees can be spread over the year using an agreed payment plan arranged with the Student Finance Team on enrolment day. Refunds will only be made where a student has not started a module.

Costs may differ for new and returning students. Please ask for details if you are unsure of the cost for your course.

If your employer is paying your course fees please bring a letter from them to enrolment confirming this. We will then arrange for an invoice to be sent direct to your employer.

PAYMENT OF TUITION FEES FULL-TIME STUDENTS If you have opted to take out a Tuition Fee Loan, Reaseheath College or the University of Chester (depending on your course of study) will apply to The Student Loan Company for payment on your behalf.

The full amount that you can apply for is shown in the table of Tuition Fees on page 8.

If you have not taken out a loan or have taken out only a partial loan you should pay your self-funded amount as detailed below: University of Chester validated courses - payment should be made online during the online enrolment process - details will be sent to students directly from University of Chester.

Harper Adams University validated courses - students will be invoiced by Reaseheath College in September.

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Financial Information Fees/payments can be made online in full or instalments at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/payments or at the Student Finance Office by debit/credit card, cheque, cash or bank transfer.

PART-TIME STUDENTS Self-funding students on part-time courses will be invoiced either by Reaseheath (for Harper Adams University courses) or by the University of Chester (for University of Chester courses) in October.

ACCOMMODATION FEES Fees for student accommodation in Halls of Residence are due on the first day of each term. If you are away from college on study tour or on work placement, fees are not refundable for this period of time and must be settled with the Student Finance Team.

ADDITIONAL FEES Students should apply for funding as soon as possible to ensure that their fee status is confirmed and they have sufficient arrangements in place to pay their tuition fees for the academic year.

Other fees owed which may include re-sit fees and administration charges, must be paid as invoiced. Other fees e.g. study tours, field trips, specialist equipment etc, will be specific to the course of study and students will be advised of these as appropriate by their Course Manager.

COUNCIL TAX Student certificates are available for full-time students, if you are studying an award validated by Harper Adams University, please see the Higher Education Student Data Officer in Registry (located in the Phillip Leverhulme Centre).

If you are studying an award validated by the University of Chester, please contact Registry at the University of Chester on 01925 534234.

FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES It is important that if you foresee any financial difficulties, you talk with Reaseheath Student Finance Team as soon as possible who will offer advice and guidance. You may also contact relevant staff at the University of Chester if studying on a University of Chester course.

REASEHEATH TRUST FUND The Reaseheath Trust Fund offers additional monetary support to students with a household income of less than ÂŁ25,000, with supporting evidence of dire financial need. In addition, particular groups will be targeted for support, such as looked after children entering Higher Education and mature students with dependants. The Fund will offer payments and short term interest free loans to students to cover unforseen circumstances at the discretion of the College.

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Enrolment Form 2015/16 For RHC office use only:

ID Number Action taken:

Initials

Date

Made current

Raising Standards Inspiring Achievement

Changes - record checked and updated

Please complete all parts of the form and, if you are unsure about any part, a member of staff will be pleased to help you. Please ensure that the enrolment agreement is signed before submission.

PERSONAL DETAILS - Please note that if you provide a different name (e.g. addition or omission of a middle name) on previous college documents or with the Student Finance Team, you will be asked to provide official evidence of your name before enrolment.

Surname / Family name:

Forenames:

Official (full) name:

Preferred forename:

Title (please tick):

Mr

Date of birth:

Gender (please tick):

Home address:

Term-time address (if different from home address):

County (or country if not UK):

County (or country if not UK):

Postcode:

Postcode:

Telephone:

Telephone:

Miss

Mrs

Ms

Male

Female

Mobile Telephone: Email address: Emergency contacts (please give details of someone the College should contact in the event of emergency): Contact Name (block capitals):

Contact number (other than your home number):

Relationship to you: Contact Name (block capitals):

Contact number (other than your home number):

Relationship to you:

COURSE DETAILS Course qualifications:

FdSc

BSc

BSc (Hons)

BSc (Hons) Top-up

Year (e.g. 1,2,3)

Full-time

Part-time

Sandwich

Course name: Student start date: Expected end date:

OTHER DETAILS What was your surname at birth?

Form is valid for courses commencing between 1 August 2015 and 31 July 2016 only

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Enrolment Form 2015/16 Ethnic origin (Please tick): 31

British

38

Other Mixed Background

44

African

32

Irish

39

Indian

45

Caribbean

33

Gypsy or Traveller

40

Pakistani

46

Other Black Background

35

White and Black Caribbean

41

Bangladeshi

47

Arab

36

White and Black African

42

Chinese

98

Other

37

White and Asian

43

Other Asian Background

99

Not known / provided

What is your nationality?

What is your country of birth?

What is your first language?

What is your country of domicile? (the country where your permanent / home address is) (Please tick): England

Scotland

Wales

Isle of Man

Jersey

Guernsey (including Alderney, Sark)

Northern Island

Ireland Other

If other please specify:

Do you have a disability which could cause you difficulty during your course? (Please tick): 1

Visual impairment

7

Mental health difficulty

2

Hearing impairment

8

Temporary disability after illness or accident

3

Disability affecting mobility

9

Profound complex disabilities

4

Other physical disability

10

Aspergers syndrome

Other medical condition (e.g. diabetes, epilepsy, asthma)

90

Multiple disabilities

Emotional / behavioural difficulties

97

Other

5 6

Are you in receipt of a Disabled Students Allowance? (Please tick):

Yes

No

Do you have a learning difficulty which could cause you difficulty during your course? (Please tick): 10

Moderate learning difficulty

19

Other specific learning difficulty

11

Severe learning difficulty

14

Autism spectrum disorder

Dyslexia

90

Multiple learning difficulties

Dyscalculia

97

Other

P51

14-19 Advanced Diploma (Level 3)

12 13

Highest qualifications on entry (Please tick): MUK UK Masters Degree MZZ

Non-UK Masters Degree

P54

Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers

HUK

UK First Degree with Honours

P62

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

HZZ

Non-UK First Degree

P63

International Baccalaureate (IB) Certificate

H71

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education

P68

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma

JUK

UK Ordinary (Non-Honours) First Degree

P80

Other qualification at Level 3

J10

Foundation Degree

P91

Level 3 qualifications of which some or all are subject to UCAS Tariff

Form is valid for courses commencing between 1 August 2015 and 31 July 2016 only

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Enrolment Form 2015/16 J20

Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)

P92

J30

Higher National Diploma (HND)

P93

C20

Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)

P94

C30

Higher National Certificate (HNC)

Q52

Level 3 qualifications of which none are subject to UCAS Tariff Level 3 qualifications of which all are subject to UCAS Tariff Level 3 qualifications of which some are subject to UCAS Tariff Welsh Baccalaureate Intermediate Diploma

P41

Diploma at Level 3

Q80

Other qualification at Level 2

P42

Certificate at Level 3

X00

P46

Award at Level 3

X02

P47

AQA Baccalaureate (Bacc)

X05

Higher Education (HE) Access Course, Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) recognised Mature student admitted on basis of previous experience Student has no formal qualification

P50

A/AS Level

X06

Not known

If other please specify: Please give the name of the further (or higher) education institution you most recently attended:

Do you have 5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade C or above? (Please tick):

Yes

No

Have you previously studied in Higher Education in the UK for 6 months or more? (new students only - please tick)

Yes

No

The following question is about your parents’ level of education. This includes natural parents, adoptive parents, stepparents or guardians who have brought you up. Do any of your parents (as defined above) have any higher education qualifications such as a degree, diploma or certificate of higher education?

Not known/provided

Yes

No

Please state the occupation of the highest-earning family member of the household in which you live. If he or she is retired or unemployed, give their most recent occupation. If you are over 21 please give this information about yourself: 1

Higher managerial and professional occupation

6

Semi-routine occupation

2

Lower managerial and professional occupation

7

Routine occupation

3

Intermediate occupation

8

Never worked and long-term unemployed

4

Small employers and own-account worker

9

Not classified

5

Lower supervisory and technical occupation

Vehicle details Registration number:

Make/Model

Colour:

Tuition Fees Who do you expect to pay your tuition fees? (please tick): Student Finance England

SAAS

Other relative

Student Finance Wales

SLC EU team

Sponsor

Student Finance Northern Ireland

Self

Employer

Student Finance (Republic of Ireland)

Parent

Form is valid for courses commencing between 1 August 2015 and 31 July 2016 only

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Enrolment Agreement I confirm that the details entered on the enrolment form are true and accurate in all respects and I agree to comply at all times with all the Reaseheath College’s rules and regulations and those of Harper Adams University / University of Chester where applicable.

You must note that the surname and forename(s) taken from the enrolment form and agreed by you as correct, will be those used on your final award certificate, transcript and other college documentation.

I acknowledge that I have read the Student Handbook 2015/16, located on the college website www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo which contains the college’s regulations.

I confirm that I am personally liable and responsible to pay the annual tuition fees and other charges for my studies in accordance with the college’s Financial Regulations or to arrange for my sponsor, employer or the Student Loans Company (SLC) to pay the tuition fees and other charges. In the event that my sponsor, employer or the SLC refuses to pay all or part of my tuition fees and other charges, I agree to pay any shortfall between the amount paid by my sponsor, employer or the SLC and the total amount of fees due to the college or University of Chester. I accept that failure to adhere to the above will result in my automatic exclusion from the college within the meaning of the college’s Financial Regulations.

I accept that in the event that I choose to voluntarily and permanently withdraw from the college, I remain personally liable and responsible for paying, or arranging payment by my sponsor, SLC or employer, all outstanding fees and charges. A student’s liability is assessed in relation to their date of withdrawal, as determined in accordance with the rules outlined in the college (or University for UoC where applicable) Regulations 2015/16. I accept that non-payment of any outstanding debt to the college or its partner HEIs will result in the withholding of award certificates until all debts have been paid in full.

I also agree to abide by the conditions for the use of computer systems at the College (and University where applicable). The College has an Acceptable Usage Policy and a System Security Policy which are displayed in the suites and on the Reaseheath Student Intranet. Use of a computer account signifies acceptance of these policies.

I understand that the data I provide on the enrolment form will be held and processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and that the information will be shared with external agencies, including the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) and the Higher Education Statistic Agency (HESA).

STUDENT COLLECTION NOTICE Your contact details may be passed to survey contractors to carry out the National Student Survey and surveys of student finances, on behalf of the organisations. These organisations and their contractors will use your details only for that purpose, and will then delete them.

About six months after you graduate, either ourselves or one of our partner HEIs will contact you to ask you to fill in the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) ‘Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education’ questionnaire. We will not give your contact details to HESA. You may also be included in a longitudinal survey of leavers a few years after you graduate. If so, we will pass your contact details to the organisation that has been contracted to carry out that survey. That organisation will use your details only for that purpose, and will then delete them. If you do not want to take part in these surveys, please let us know.

We will send some of the information we hold about you to HESA. HESA collects, and is responsible for, the database in which your HESA student record is stored. HESA uses this information in its own right, for example to publish statistics about students in higher education. HESA also processes information held in the database for other organisations. All uses of the HESA student record must comply with the Data Protection Act 1998.

For full details on the purposes for which the HESA student record is used please refer to www.hesa.ac.uk/fpn Under the Data Protection Act 1998, you have rights of access to the data HESA holds about you. You will have to pay a small fee for this. For further information about the HESA Student Record please see www.hesa.ac.uk/dataprot or email data.protection@hesa.ac.uk By signing below I accept the terms and conditions set out above Student Signature:

Date:

For office use only: Checked by:

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Self Assessment Form 2015/16 HE LEARNER SUPPORT Some people may need support to help them to get the most out of their course. There are many reasons why students need support. Some people have a specific learning difficulty or a physical difficulty which may affect their progress in either the practical or the academic elements of their chosen course. Others may have mental health issues which can impact on their course.

If you would like some general information concerning The Higher Education Support Service, or if you would like to talk to someone in confidence about your support needs, please contact: Helen Kay (Higher Education Support Manager) on 01270 613288.

If you think you might need any form of learner support whilst on your course please complete the attached Learner Support Self-assessment form and return it to the Higher Education Support Team as soon as possible.

If applicable, please also send a copy of some ‘evidence’ of your disability/specific learning difficulty with this form (e.g. medical certificate, psychological assessment).

INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL SUPPORT Students with an identified disability may be eligible for support through the Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA). These allowances are intended to assist UK students with disabilities who are studying in Higher Education. The award is intended to help meet the extra costs of studying that students may face as a direct result of a disability or specific learning difficulty, and also to help students study on an equal basis with other students. This allowance is not means tested.

If you think you might qualify, further details are available at www.studentfinance.direct.gov.uk. A booklet called ‘Bridging the Gap’ can be downloaded which gives full details of the eligibility criteria and how to apply. Students living in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland should contact Student Finance Wales, the Student Awards Agency for Scotland or Student Finance NI respectively.

SELF ASSESSMENT - LEARNER SUPPORT Name:

Course:

Contact telephone numbers:

1

I have a visual impairment

Yes

No

Yes

No

Wheelchair access

Yes

No

Personal care support

Yes

No

Adapted equipment

Yes

No

I have an identified Spld (specific learning difficulty)

Yes

No

I think I may have an Spld (specific learning difficulty)

Yes

No

I have mental health issues

Yes

No

5

I want to discuss my support needs

Yes

No

6

I have applied for the Disabled Students’ Allowance

Yes

No

Adjustments required (please specify) 2

I have a hearing impairment Equipment used (please specify)

3

I have a disability and need:

Other (please specify) 4

The information provided on this form will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and will only be used by the college and will not be given to any third party or disclosed externally. It is, however, beneficial for the college to be aware of any disability or specific learning difficulty that you have so that appropriate support can be given.

Please put a cross in the appropriate box below: I do wish appropriate Reaseheath College staff to be informed of my disability/specific learning difficulty I do not wish appropriate Reaseheath College staff to be informed of my disability/specific learning difficulty Please note - only staff who need to know of your disability/specific learning difficulty will be notified.

Important: Please sign and date the form below Name:

Date:

Print name: Date: Please tick the box below if appropriate: I have enclosed a copy of evidence of my disability/specific learning difficulty

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EMPLOYERS DETAILS If you are studying a course part-time and your employer will be paying your fees, please complete the form below and submit to the Higher Education Office, using the pre-paid envelope provided.

Please note that this must be completed every year of your course.

1. PERSONAL DETAILS Mr / Mrs / Ms / Miss (delete as appropriate)

Date of Birth

2. COURSE DETAILS Course Title

Part Time

Year

Sandwich

3. EMPLOYER DETAILS Name of Organisation / Company

Address

Contact Name

Telephone Number

How many people does your company employ (please tick)

1-249 Employees

More than 249 Employees

Which one of the following best describes what your company does? (Please tick) Agriculture, Hunting and Forestry

Animal Health, Veterinary and Medical Sciences

Construction

Crops / Plant Sciences

Electricity, Gas and Water Supply

Finance and Law

Health and Social Work

Manufacturing

Public Administration, Defence, Social Security

Real Estate, Renting and Communication

Wholesale and retail trade or repair of motor vehicles / motorcycles and personal / household items

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Student Accommodation You need to complete and return the enclosed enrolment form as soon as possible to help us identify your preferences.

Every effort will be made to meet your request but due to limited accommodation the college reserves the right to make alternative arrangements if necessary.

Students will be sent an agreement which must be signed and returned with a refundable deposit of £100 within 7 days of receipt. This will act as a residential caution money deposit (£90) and key deposit (£10) which will be returned at the end of your course providing the key is returned and there is no damage to your accommodation. For overseas students this deposit should be paid in pound sterling. Please note that if the £100 deposit is not received by Student Services room keys will not be allocated.

RESIDENTIAL FEES Contracts for residential accommodation are for the full academic year, excluding Christmas and Easter breaks when you may be asked to empty your room. Fees are charged for either catered or self-catered accommodation and are invoiced on an annual basis (no refunds given if a student leaves accommodation before the expiry date of the residential contract).

Catered accommodation fees include £35 meal allowance per week which equates to approximately 10 meals per week.

ON-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION On-campus accommodation offers single en-suite bedrooms with a work station for internet access and a self-catering kitchen area designated to a number of students. Self-catering and catered accommodation is available on campus.

Type of room

Cost (weekly)

Single en-suite - catered

£145

Single en-suite - self catering

£120

Student Village Single en-suite - catered

£130 - Phase 1 £120 - Phase 2 and 3

Selection

Room charges include cleaning. Students will need to provide their own towels. Laundry facilities are available on site for personal laundry.

Bedding and bed linen are not included in the above prices.

MEAL CARDS FOR CATERED ACCOMMODATION Residential students in catered accommodation will be issued with Personal Identity Cards which will allow them to purchase food and beverages through any of the College catering outlets. Please note the following: • Cards will be credited with £35.00 for each week from the board and lodgings fees at the start of each term • All the amount which has been credited should be used by the end of a term - any credit will be allowed to be transferred to the next term (in cases where a student has been absent due to long term illness, credit will be calculated) • Extra credit can be added to the card via payment online or through the Student Finance Team • Any card that is lost should be reported to the Student Services Manager or catering cash point immediately.

Replacement cards cost £5.00 •P ayment for accommodation must be received at the appropriate time, otherwise the use of the meal card will be restricted • The credit on your card covers only those weeks within the normal term time. It does not cover periods between terms such as Christmas and Easter or study weeks

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For more information the Living in Halls of Residence guide can be found online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo

PERSONAL DETAILS Mr / Mrs / Ms / Miss (delete as appropriate)

First Name

Surname

Date of Birth

Age at 16th September 2015

Full Address

COURSE DETAILS Course Title

Full-time

Year to be studied in 2015/16 (e.g. 1, 2, 3)

Part-time

Sandwich

ACCOMMODATION Please indicate your three preferred choices for accommodation in preference order i.e. 1, 2, 3: Type of room

Cost (weekly)

Single en-suite - catered

£145

Single en-suite - self catering

£120

Student Village Single en-suite - catered

£130 - Phase 1 £120 - Phase 2 and 3

Selection

Once completed, please return in the pre-paid envelope provided.

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Transport Arrangements Reaseheath provides bus routes across Cheshire and surrounding counties. For routes please see our Bus Timetables guide online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo or 01270 613209.

Cost of transport passes are £150 if you live within a 10 mile radius of Reaseheath College, £400 if you live within a 10 to 20 mile radius of Reaseheath College or £450 if you live further than 20 miles away from Reaseheath College. Decisions on radius are decided by the college.

IT IS ESSENTIAL to apply for the travel passes as soon as you can after confirmation of a place at Reaseheath.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Reaseheath College Student Services on 01270 613209 or email studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

STUDENTS LIVING IN CREWE The College provides two buses from the Crewe area. The first bus is from Crewe Railway Station and the second bus stops at Leighton, Coppenhall, Crewe town centre, Shavington, Wybunbury, Stapeley and Nantwich. If you live within a 10 mile radius of Reaseheath College the cost of the travel pass will be £150 for the whole year regardless of which route you travel on. (The cost can be paid online by debit/credit card in full or by monthly instalments, or directly to the Student Finance Team.)

STUDENTS LIVING IN OTHER RESIDENTIAL AREAS To see our bus routes please see our Bus Timetables guide online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo

If you want to travel on one of our contract buses apply to Reaseheath College via the application form found on page 25. Apply early as places are limited on these services.

Once approved your pass will be ready for collection from Student Services by 1st October For more information contact Student Services on 01270 613209 or email studentservices@reaseheath.ac.uk

STUDENTS TRAVELLING BY TRAIN FROM MANCHESTER, RUNCORN OR WIDNES Students travelling by train from the above areas, or further afield, will be issued with a free travel pass for our Crewe 741 bus service from Crewe railway station to the college.

Most students who travel by train apply to the train company for a young person’s railcard and travel to Crewe railway station.

We will then issue you with a travel pass for our Crewe 741 bus service from Crewe railway station to the college. (Please complete the transport application form on page 25).

OWN TRANSPORT If you intend to use your own vehicle you will be required to display a valid student parking permit. These can be requested from Student Services. Free student parking is available on campus. You must register your vehicle with the college. Please see page 13 of the enrolment form.

TRANSPORT These fees can be paid in full online or alternatively an instalment plan can be set up with the Student Finance Team.

GENERAL INFORMATION It is essential to apply for a travel pass as soon as you can after confirmation of a place at Reaseheath as spaces are limited.

The college will invoice students who attend college using the college bus network in September.

The full amount for the bus pass will be due within two weeks of the start of the first term at which point a permanent bus pass will be issued. It will be possible for you to set up an instalment plan either online or with the Student Finance Team.

Students will not be allowed to travel to college by bus after two weeks if payment is not made or instalment plan in place.

Students who do not continue to use the bus will be charged for the period from September 2015 to February 2016 regardless of when they return their pass unless they withdraw from college. After February 2016 half term a second bus pass is distributed for those continuing to use the bus. Passes will not be given out if students have not paid for the bus pass in full or have an agreed instalment plan with the Student Finance Team.

All transport information is correct for September 2015 - July 2016 at the time of producing this document but fees, routes and pick-up points may be reassessed.

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Transport Application Form 2015/16 Office Use - SSTRAN

Information on our bus timetables can be found online at www.reaseheath.ac.uk/hejoininginfo

Name Address

Postcode Home Telephone Number Mobile Telephone Number

Bus Routes (Please tick which service you require) Route 1 - Congleton

Route 11 - Leek

Route 2 - Macclesfield

Route 12 - Hanley

Route 3 - Crewe / Nantwich

Route 13 - Stockport / Cheadle Hulme / Wilmslow

Route 4 - Crewe Train Station

Route 14 - Warrington

Route 5 - Oswestry / Wrexham / Malpas

Route 15 - Liscard

Route 6 - Shrewsbury

Route 16 - Port Sunlight

Route 7 - Telford / Newport / Market Drayton

Route 17 - Ellesmere Port

Route 8 - Knutsford / Northwich

Route 18 - Upton (The Wirral)

Route 9 - Newcastle

Route 19 - Chester

Route 10 - Uttoxeter

Route 20 - Stone / Longton Route 21 - Middlewich / Winsford

Which bus stop will you start your journey from?

For residential students allows for one return journey per week

Students under 18 years of age If you are under 18 years of age as at 31st August 2015, your parents are responsible for payment of the bus pass.

A parent/carer signature is required below as confirmation of acceptance of this application.

Signed

Name

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Term Dates 2015/16 Depending on which course you are studying there may be some variations to these dates. If this is the case you will be notified by your Course Manager. All courses at Reaseheath operate on a 9:00am - 4:50pm working day. Some courses require early morning practical duties of which you will be notified separately. The term dates for 2015/16 can be seen below.

AUTUMN TERM 2015 (13 WEEKS) September

07 14

Higher Education and part-time groups enrol

21 28 October

05 12 19 26

November

Week for half term - student reading break

02 09 16 23 30

December

07 14

Finish for Christmas at 5:00pm Thursday 17th December

21

Christmas holiday

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Christmas holiday

SPRING TERM 2016 (12 WEEKS) January

04

Term starts Monday 4th January

11 18 25 February

01 08 15

Week for half term - student reading break

22 29 March

07 14

April

21

Except Friday 25th March which is Good Friday Bank Holiday

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Except Monday 28th March which is Easter Monday Bank Holiday

04

Week for Easter holiday

11

Week for Easter holiday

SUMMER TERM 2016 (10 WEEKS) April

18

Term starts Monday 18th April

25 May

02

May Day Bank Holiday - Monday 2nd May

09 16 23 30 June

Week for half term - student reading break (Spring Bank Holiday - 30th May)

06 13 20 27

END OF SESSION for Higher Education students Friday 1st July

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General Information ENROLMENT - WHAT TO DO NEXT Please read your Undergraduate Handbook before enrolment.

The following arrangements will apply after enrolment: -- The full facilities of the College will be available. Refreshments can be purchased in the Reaseheath Restaurant.

An evening meal is served between 4:30pm - 7:00pm -- Course Managers will advise students of induction arrangements at the end of the enrolment process If for any reason, you do NOT wish to accept a place at Reaseheath or wish to withdraw your application, please inform our Higher Education Student Data Officer immediately on the contact information provided below.

CONTACT DETAILS REASEHEATH COLLEGE Main Reception

01270 625131

Faculty of Higher Education Contacts Assistant Principal and Dean of Higher Education

Rachel Ellis Jones

Assistant Dean of Higher Education

Alan Hill

HE Quality Enhancement Manager

Shaun Williams

01270 616462

HE Academic Operations Officer

Sean Hargreaves

01270 613284

HE Administrator

Sarah Lloyd

01270 616432

HE Student Data Officer

Shane Wild

01270 613282

Helen Kay

01270 613288

Higher Education Learning Support Contacts HE Learning Support Manager HE Learning Support Administrator

01270 613288

Student Services Contacts Transport Information

Student Services Team

01270 613209

Accommodation Information

Student Services Team

01270 613209

Accommodation Fees and Bursaries

Student Finance Team

01270 613205

Scholarships

Student Finance Team

01270 613205

Bev Bowden

01925 534234

Finance

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER Registry Admissions Tuition Fees

01244 512529 Surname A – F

01244 512072

Surname G – Q

01244 512074

Surname R – Z

01244 512089

Student Support

01244 511550

Reaseheath College is committed to promoting fairness, inclusion and equality of opportunity in all its activities.

Applications are welcomed from all members of community regardless of disability, gender, ethnic background and religious belief. The college will take into account any learning difficulties or disabilities and will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to meet individual needs.

We hope you enjoy your time at Reaseheath College and wish you every success in your studies.

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How To Find Us FROM THE NORTH, SOUTH AND EAST

FROM SOUTH WALES AND SHREWSBURY VIA WHITCHURCH

- Use M6 to Junction 16, then A500/A51 towards Nantwich/Chester

- Use A530 from Whitchurch for 8 miles to Nantwich

- Follow the A500/A51, signposted Chester, for approximately 10 miles (you may notice that this is, in part, a new road)

- Bear right on passing Nantwich Lake on left - At T junction turn left, continue over level crossing and take first exit at roundabout

- After approximately 8 miles you will by-pass Nantwich

- Continue over pedestrian crossing then at next traffic lights turn right (passing through town centre)

- Do not turn towards Nantwich. Continue on the A500/A51 signposted Chester

- At traffic lights at crossroads turn left - Pass straight through next set of traffic lights

- At roundabout take the third exit (B5074 to Winsford), signposted Reaseheath College

- At roundabout take the second exit (B5074 to Winsford), signposted Reaseheath College

- The entrance to the College is on the left hand side of the road approx. 250 metres from the roundabout

- The entrance to the College is on the left hand side of the road approx. 250 metres from the roundabout

FROM NORTH WALES AND CHESTER - Use A51 towards Nantwich - Follow A51 turning left at traffic lights on outskirts of Nantwich (still A51 and signposted Crewe/ Congleton/Stoke/M6)

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