Courses


Access to Higher Education courses

These courses provide access to degree-level study if you do not have the right qualifications or experience. Access courses introduce you to your subject, develop your study skills and confidence required for degree-level study, and provide a qualification recognised by higher education institutions across the UK.
 
We currently offer access courses in:

  • Nursing / Midwifery
  • Social Work / Crime Psychology
  • Science
  • Teacher Education

Foundation degrees

Foundation degrees are vocational qualifications that provide you with the specialist knowledge and skills equivalent to the first two years of a full-time, three year degree programme. Foundation degrees are developed in collaboration with employers to ensure they provide the skills required in industry. Thanks to our association with local universities, you are ensured a smooth progression from our foundation degrees on to the final year of an honours degree.

We currently offer foundation degrees in:

  • Animation for Industry
  • Building Services & Sustainability
  • Care Management
  • Child & Adolescent Studies
  • IT & Networking
  • Media Production
  • Music Technology
  • Psychology & Crime
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Sport & Personal Training


Higher National Certificates & Diplomas (HNCs/HNDs)

HNCs and HNDs develop your skills to a similar level as the first two years of a degree course. These skills are particularly relevant to the workplace, and therefore highly valued by employers. You can also move on to the final year of a degree programme at most universities upon completion of your course.

We currently offer HNCs/HNDs in:

  • 3D Design
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Art & Design, Diploma in Foundation Studies 
  • Business
  • Electrical & Electronic Engineering
  • Fine Art
  • Graphic Design
  • Hospitality Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Public Services
  • Textiles
  • Travel & Tourism

Professional qualifications

Our professional qualifications will help you gain the specific skills you need for particular industries:

  • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
  • Computer Networking (CISCO)
  • Counselling (CPCAB), Intermediate Certificates & Diplomas
  • Law (ILEX), Certificate & Diploma
  • Management (CMI), First Line Management & Management Leadership
  • Marketing (CIM), Introductory Certificate, Professional Certificate & Professional Diploma
  • Teaching in Post-Compulsory Education, University Diplomas in Continuing Professional Development 

    If you are still unsure, our Matrix accredited Enquiries & Guidance team can help you choose the perfect course to meet your goals, no matter what they are, simply call on 01234 291000.