UNIVERSITY COURSES - Runshaw College...3 Runshaw University Courses Our university courses are designed specifically to advance your career prospects. They combine university studies

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5 minutes from J8 M6110 minutes from J28 M6

Buckshaw Parkway(Blackpool to Manchester line)

Preston in 12 minutesBolton in 24 minutesManchester in 42 minutes

ChorleyBlackpool

Liverpool BoltonManchester

Based in Lancashire, Runshaw is close to the major cities of Preston, Manchester and Liverpool. Our main campus for university courses is located in Chorley.

We’re a small campus with a BIG attitude offering a creative learning environment!

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P Ample FREE parking

Preston

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Runshaw University CoursesOur university courses are designed specifically to advance your career prospects. They combine university studies with the skills employers seek, putting you in the very best position to gain your first graduate job when you leave us.

Outstanding teaching and

learning

FREE parking97%

of Runshaw graduates are in employment or further study within 6 months

Excellent progression

Typically 1-2 day compact timetables

Small class sizes that provide a more

personal learning experience

Additional qualifications and

employability skills included

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Runshaw is a partner college of the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

This means you can study for a prestigious UCLan qualification such as a Foundation Degree*, or study the first year of your Honours Degree at Runshaw and complete it at UCLan.

By studying at Runshaw you can be sure you’ll be in good hands. You’ll experience all the advantages of a large university education, combined with the benefits of studying in a friendly, supportive learning environment.

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*Don’t forget – as a Runshaw College Foundation Degree student, you are also able to apply to UCLan to top-up your qualification to a full Honours Degree usually through one more year of study!

The benefits include:• Outstanding teaching and learning

throughout your studies at Runshaw.

• The very best support, employability and enrichment opportunities.

• Library membership, including access to the Runshaw Library and UCLan’s Preston Campus Library. You will also be able to access VALNOW (the Virtual Academic Library of the North West), providing links to thousands of online materials, journals and ebooks.

• The opportunity to live in UCLan approved accommodation.

• Access to Runshaw Student Services and UCLan Student Support.

• Students’ Union membership providing thousands of offers and discounts, plus access to UCLan’s £6.5 million Students’ Union building in Preston.

• Sporting opportunities at both Runshaw and UCLan, including access to UCLan’s £17 million elite indoor Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre and £12 million UCLan Sports Arena.

• Graduation celebrations at UCLan’s annual Graduation Ceremony.

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Pathways to Higher Education

If you’re thinking of studying a university course but don’t have the right qualifications, or feel you have studied the wrong A Levels or vocational qualifications for the career path you wish to pursue, our Foundation Entry Degrees and Access to Higher Education courses are ideal.

Higher National Certificates & Diplomas (HNCs & HNDs)

HNCs & HNDs are work-related qualifications, designed to give you the skills to put your knowledge to effective use in a particular job. They allow progression to a full-time Honours Degree.

Foundation Degrees

Designed by employers, Foundation Degrees are qualifications in their own right, equivalent to the first two years of an Honours Degree. They can be ‘topped-up’ to a full Honours Degree usually through one more year of study.

Our CoursesWhether you’re leaving college, or looking to develop or change your career, we can help you choose the right course for you.

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Honours Degrees

Our Honours Degrees are designed to develop analytical, intellectual and essay writing skills. You’ll undertake the first year of your Honours Degree at Runshaw College and then progress to complete the second and third years at UCLan in Preston.

Teacher Training

Our Certificate in Education and Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualifications offer a sound introduction to teaching within the post-compulsory sector. They can be studied over one year (full-time) or on a modular basis (part-time). You may also be able to undertake your teaching practice at Runshaw College which is an Ofsted outstanding institution and a National Teaching School.

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Art & Design

#future Artist / Fashion Designer / Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Pattern Designer

Where are you going?Graphic DesignerArtist Fashion Designer

Illustrator Pattern Designer

Our Foundation Degree in Graphic Design has been designed to meet the diverse and challenging needs of the graphic design sector. As part of the course you will examine design fundamentals and develop your creative thinking and project management skills through live employer briefs. You’ll be able to work on creative projects outside classes in our ‘Pen+Pixel’ commercial graphics studio, while being provided with your own Apple MacBook during your studies at Runshaw.

Alternatively, our Foundation Diploma in Art & Design is an intensive one year course. It is primarily designed to bridge the gap between sixth form and university studies, supporting progression to a subject specialist art and design programme at art college, or to an Honours or Foundation Degree at university. On the course you will be introduced to a variety of art and design disciplines and will experiment with a range of media, materials and working methods to enhance your creative talents and build a

Art & DesignFoundation Degree in Graphic DesignFoundation Diploma in Art & Design

@FADRunshaw

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student profile

Sophie EvansFoundation Degree in Graphic Design

“The smaller class sizes at Runshaw allow tutors to provide more one-to-one support, help and attention. You’ll have access to everything you need to succeed!”

FREE* MacBook

for the duration of your course with an option to buy

afterwards.

Follow us online

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@RunshawPenPixel

pinterest.com/runshawcoll/foundation-degree-graphic-design

For more information please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk

*Only for Foundation Degree in Graphic Design

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student profile

Kinga CoforFoundation Degree in Business & Management

“Runshaw’s facilities are fantastic and the standard of education is outstanding. Tutors are really friendly and will always help you, whether you have a question about your career or coursework.”

For more information on Access to HE please refer to P21.

Where are you going?

Sales ExecutiveFinance Manager

Marketing ExecutiveHR Manager

Business & ManagementHNC Business & Management

Foundation Degree in Business & Management (Full & Part time routes available)

Business & M

anagement

#future HR Manager / Finance M

anager / Marketing Executive / O

perations Manager / Sales Executive

Our Business & Management university courses are designed specifically to develop your commercial awareness through the study of contemporary business issues, entrepreneurship, leadership and management. They are unique in combining theory and practical work experience to equip you with the skills needed for today’s rapidly changing business environment.

You will also have the opportunity to study a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualification in the second year of the Foundation Degree to further enhance your employment prospects.

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Children, Young People & Their Services

#future Teacher / Social Care / Social Worker / Teaching Assistant / Youth W

orker

Where are you going?Teacher Social Worker

Youth WorkerTeaching AssistantSocial Care

Children, Young People & Their ServicesFoundation Degree in Children, Young People & Their Services (Full & Part time routes available)

@RunshawCHYPS

The demand for highly-qualified practitioners to work with children, young people and their families is rapidly increasing. Our Foundation Degree aims to develop you as a confident, knowledgeable and effective practitioner, working with children, young people and their families in a variety of education and care settings. It provides a foundation for those wanting to progress to careers such as nursery or primary teaching, social care, working in children’s centres, youth services and special schools as teaching assistants, family support workers and child minders.

For practitioners and professionals such as children’s services employees, teaching assistants, play workers and others already employed in an education and care environment, it will support career progression and professional development by allowing you to complete a qualification directly relevant to your day-to-day employment.

student profile

Sean Maloney

Foundation Degree in Children, Young People & Their Services

“I have always been interested in teaching and the Foundation Degree course has helped me a lot. I like the small class sizes and the compact timetables allow you to work and study. Runshaw tutors are friendly and always approachable. The library is fantastic as there are numerous resources available to support the completion of coursework.”



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Community & Social Care

student profile

Debbie Wright

BA (Hons) in Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice

“Taking a step forward into education was a daunting move but the best decision I have made. Since starting my course in September I have benefited from learning about social theory and had the opportunity to engage with the community. The guest speakers are amazing!”

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munity & Social C

are #future C

omm

unity Work / Fam

ily Support / Adult Social Care / Youth W

ork


Youth WorkSocial WorkAdult Social Care

Family SupportCommunity Work

If you’re looking for an incredibly rewarding career in a multidisciplinary setting, look no further than Community & Social Care. Encompassing voluntary and charitable organisations, the Police, the National Offender Management Service, homelessness agencies, education and the NHS to name but a few, the sector provides a wealth of services and rich and varied career opportunities. Services include the provision of social work, personal care, protection or social support to children or adults in need or at risk; or adults with needs arising from illness, disability, old age or poverty. Our Community & Social Care courses develop a wider understanding of why society behaves in the way it does towards participants of social care, and what can be done to address this by the individual, communities and the state.

BA (Hons) in Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice (Foundation Entry) BA (Hons) in Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice

Foundation Degree in Community Leadership


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student profile

Mark SmithFoundation Degree in Computing

“As part of the course we went to a games show in London which was really fun. I got to try out all the latest games and consoles and I also went into a few of the developer sessions and got to talk to the developers which gave me a great insight.”


Com

puting#future Developer / Program

mer / Security Analyst / System

s Analyst / Systems M

anager


Systems Analyst Systems ManagerDeveloper Programmer Website Designer

Over half a million people work in IT, software and computer services in the UK. Software development is one of the most thriving, vibrant and varied sectors; and the UK games industry is one of the largest in Europe, with around 620 studios developing games for PC, console, handheld and mobile platforms. The continued development of new technologies and the need to develop and look after increasingly complex computer systems means highly skilled and creative professionals are in high demand.

Our innovative courses have been designed to prepare you for a range of careers in today’s competitive and dynamic IT sector. They combine practical experience and in-built development activities, with opportunities to build a portfolio of prestigious vendor awards from some of the biggest names in the computing world such as CompTIA.

ComputingFoundation Degree in Computer Games DevelopmentFoundation Degree in Computer Technology (Full & Part time routes available)Foundation Degree in Computing (Full & Part time routes available)


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Criminology & Criminal JusticeFoundation Degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice

student profile

Callum EdwardsFoundation Degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice

“I’ve always been interested in criminology and prior to studying my degree I completed an Access course in criminology also at Runshaw. The degree has helped me extend my knowledge and I’ve enjoyed the diversity of experiences available, including study visits to courts, prisons and the police service.”



Prison ServicePolice

Crown ProsecutionHM Courts & Tribunal

As society’s interest in crime grows, new areas for criminological investigation are continually evolving and career opportunities related to understanding, preventing and controlling crime are on the increase. Our Foundation Degree offers those interested in issues of how crime is defined, perceived as a problem and managed in modern society, an opportunity to undertake a comprehensive study of these areas.

The course looks at the widespread and growing interest in crime, the nature of crime in society, theories of crime and the nature/function of the main criminal justice agencies.

@RunshawPS


Crim

inology & Crim

inal Justice#future HM

Courts & Tribunal Service / Crown Prosecution Service / Police / Prison Service

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student profile

Ibraheem BaigFoundation Degree in Computer Aided Engineering

“Runshaw tutors are really friendly and we have access to excellent equipment and software including 3D modelling and printing facilities. I’d highly recommend you look at what Runshaw has to offer!”

Engineering#future M

otorsports Engineer / Mechanical Engineer / Robotics Engineer / Product Designer


Robotics EngineerMechanical EngineerMotorsports Engineer Product Designer

EngineeringFoundation Degree in Computer Aided EngineeringHNC & HND in Mechanical Engineering Engineering (Foundation Entry)

Vast opportunities exist in today’s engineering industry, both in the UK and beyond. Careers are available in aerospace, sustainable energy, the automotive industry, life sciences and research development, to name but a few. Over the next 10 years, the UK will need an incredible 87,000 graduate level engineers per year to meet demand. Computer Aided Engineering is one of the strongest growing fields and underpins design and analysis in all engineering disciplines, while Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of all engineering disciplines, encompassing fields such as energy, fluid mechanics, dynamics and combustion.

Our Engineering Foundation Entry course allows progression to degrees in: • Computer Aided Engineering • Electronic Engineering • Energy Engineering • Environmental Management • Mechanical Engineering • Motorsports Engineering • Robotics Engineering It is the first year of an integrated 4-year degree or 5-year master’s programme. Please see page 23 for a list of progression routes.


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student profile

Rebecca Harris

BSc (Hons) Psychology

“The support I received during my studies at Runshaw was exceptional. The tutors were enthusiastic about their subject which was really inspiring, and support was built into the lessons meaning you didn’t have to look outside the classroom. I would definitely recommend Runshaw College.”

Psychology & Crim

inology


CommunityNHS/Health Authority

Prison ServicePsychologist

#future Psychologist / Prison Service / NHS/Health Authority / Comm

unity

Understanding what makes people tick prepares you for a wide range of careers, not just as a professional psychologist. You’ll learn how to apply scientific methods to measure, understand and explain beliefs, decision-making processes and behaviour.The combination of Psychology & Criminology offers a fascinating and complementary programme of study.

Through this degree, you will be provided with the opportunity to learn about factors influencing human experience and behaviour; an introduction to criminological theories and the nature of crime in society; and an understanding of crime and criminal behaviour from a number of different perspectives.

Psychology & CriminologyBSc (Hons) in Psychology

BSc (Hons) in Psychology & Criminology

@RunshawPS


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student profile

Catherine LawlessFoundation Degree in Public Services

“I’d like to join the Police or Prison Service and the knowledge I have gained on this course will definitely help me achieve my goals. I’d definitely recommend this course. The tutors are excellent and provide you with great advice.”

Public Services, Prisons & Law Enforcem

ent


Customs & ExciseCivil Service

Police/Fire/AmbulanceArmed Forces

#future Armed Forces / Police / Fire / Am

bulance / Civil Service / Customs & Excise

A Runshaw College university course in Public Services, Prisons & Law Enforcement is a fantastic pathway into the sector and will take you where you want to go!Our course has been designed to ensure you acquire the employability skills and knowledge to enable you to succeed in this area at supervisory or management level.

Public Services, Prisons & Law EnforcementFoundation Degree in Public Services, Prisons & Law Enforcement (Full & Part time routes available)

@RunshawPS


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student profile

Henna Jameel

Science

“I chose to study at Runshaw as I wanted to stay close to home and the three day a week compact timetable enables me to work alongside my studies. I’m really pleased I chose Runshaw as I have access to fantastic resources and unlike a larger University the tutors are able to offer one-to-one support.”

Science #future Biom

edical Scientist / Chemical Engineer / Pathologist / Pharm

acist / Zoologist


Pharmacist ZoologistChemical EngineerBiomedical Scientist

Pathologist

This Foundation Entry course is designed for students who would like to study for a Science Degree. This course is ideal if you don’t have the formal qualifications to apply directly to the Science Degree of your choice, or feel you have studied the wrong A Levels or vocational qualifications for the career path you wish to pursue. The Foundation Entry year is studied at Runshaw College, with subsequent years studied at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in Preston. Our Foundation Entry Degree is the first year of an integrated 4 year degree programme and provides the necessary ‘foundation’ for direct and smooth progression to an Honours Degree, see page 23 for progression routes.

ScienceScience (Foundation Entry)


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Sport#future G

ym M

anager / PE Teacher / Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor / Sports Coach

Where are you going?Personal TrainerPE Teacher

Fitness Instructor Sports CoachGym Manager

This course will help you develop the skills required to analyse and improve sporting performance. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain additional qualifications through the County Sports

Partnership at no extra cost and you will undertake a 45-day professional work placement to enhance your employment prospects.

SportFoundation Degree in Sports Coaching

@RunshawHESport

student profile

Rebecca RamsheadFoundation Degree in Sports Coaching

“Classes at Runshaw are only two days a week which allows us to work and study. The tutors are supportive. We also get opportunities to go on study trips, meet guest speakers and gain an insight into different job opportunities.”


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Teacher Training#future Education / NHS / Police & Prison Service / Com

munity Learning


Community LearningPolice /Prison Service

NHSEducation

An enormous number of teaching opportunities exist across the learning and skills sector, in organisations including further education colleges, sixth forms, adult and community learning, the National Health Service, the Prison Service, the Police Service and in private sector training organisations. Whilst our programmes are primarily designed for those wishing to pursue a teaching career in the Post 16 sector, independent schools, academies and free schools within England, they also confer eligibility to apply for appropriate registration for Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills Status (QTLS).

Our programmes may be studied as individual qualifications in their own right or, as they are ‘modular’, they may be built up to a full Certificate in Education / Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Your teaching placement (paid or voluntary) is a central feature of our programmes.

Teacher TrainingCertificate in Education

Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

@RunshawTeachEd


student profile

Rebecca Moss

Teacher Training

“As a Degree student at Runshaw College I was really inspired by my tutors, so much so t hat I decided to go into teaching myself! The small groups, teaching support and welcoming environment at Runshaw all really help you to succeed.”

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Event PlannerHotel Contracts Manager

Travel AgentMarketing ExecutiveProduct Developer

Airline Operations

#future Airline Operations / Travel Agent / M

arketing Executive / Event PlannerTourism

and Events

Gain the professional and academic skills sought after by today’s employers on our innovative Foundation Degree. You’ll examine the political, economic and social impacts of the tourism and events sector and examine how and why tourism and events organisations are managed differently.

Knowledge and practical insight will be developed through an examination of global perspectives, from both the developed and developing world.

Tourism & EventsFoundation Degree in Tourism & Events Management

@RunshawTEM

student profile

Jennifer Moss

Foundation Degree in Tourism & Events Management

“College tutors are helpful and supportive, and the two day timetable allowed me to gain employment at Cruise118 which has been invaluable. I’ve gained a lot of experience throughout my studies - if I hadn’t joined this course, I wouldn’t be where I am today!”


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Access to Higher Education

Change your life in a year…! Access to HE courses prepare you for university study and can be your passport to an entirely new career! They provide students aged 19+ with the skills and qualifications for progression to Degrees, Foundation Degrees and other higher level studies.

Your course may be FREE! Depending upon your age and circumstances, you could be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees. As loan repayments only start once you are earning over £21,000 a year, if you never earn this amount you’ll never make any repayments. What’s more, if you successfully complete your Access course and progress to and successfully complete a Degree / Higher Education course, the balance of your Access loan will be written off. This means your Access course could be free!

We offer:• Access to Business

with Technology• Access to Childhood Studies• Access to Nursing, Health

& Social Work• Access to Social Science:

Criminology, Psychology & Sociology

As degree entry requirements vary, you are strongly advised to research the entry requirements for your intended degree to ensure that your chosen Access to HE course is the right course for you.

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How to ApplyFor more information about a course and how to apply please contact the Course Admissions team by emailing [email protected] or call 01772 642040.

To apply for our university courses with the UCAS code, you can complete a UCAS application online. Visit: www.ucas.com and click on ‘Apply’.

To apply direct, you will need to complete a Runshaw application form. Forms are available by contacting our Course Admissions team or visit our website www.runshaw.ac.uk

Please note that all prices are correct at the time of printing. Runshaw reserves the right to cancel any course if it doesn’t meet enrolment targets.

Course UCAS code Annual tuition feesFoundation Degrees

Business & Management (Full time) B258 £6000Business & Management (Part time) Apply direct £4112Children, Young People & Their Services (Full time) Y3P7 £6000Children, Young People & Their Services (Part time) Apply direct £4112Community Leadership LL54 £6000Computer Aided Engineering CA78 £6000Computer Games Development CG28 £6000Computer Technology (Full Time) CT68 £6000Computer Technology (Part time) Apply direct £4112Computing (Full time) CS23 £6000Computing (Part time) Apply direct £4112Criminology & Criminal Justice CJ57 £6000Graphic Design GD26 £6000Public Services, Prisons & Law Enforcement (Full time) P7S9 £6000Public Services, Prisons & Law Enforcement (Part time) Apply direct £4112Sports Coaching SC36 £6000Tourism & Events Management T256 £6000Degrees

Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice L590 £6165Psychology C800 £6165Psychology & Criminology CMV9 £6165Higher Nationals

Business (HNC) Part Time Apply direct £3000 Mechanical Engineering (HND) Full time M257 £6165Mechanical Engineering (HND) Part time Apply direct £2666.40Mechanical Engineering (HNC) Part time Apply direct £2666.40

Foundation Diploma in Art & Design Apply direct Free (if under 19 when enrolling) If over 19 years old POA

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Foundation Entry EngineeringAnnual tuition fees£6165 for Year Entry 1 at Runshaw.£6000 per year if you choose the Foundation Degree in Computer Aided Engineering at Runshaw.£9250 per year for subsequent years studied at UCLan.

Programme Duration UCAS Code Short Form of Course

BEng (Hons) Computer Aided Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years C385 CAE/Fe MEng (Hons) Computer Aided Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years 4C00 CAEMeng/FeBEng Electronic Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years B267 EE/Fe MEng Electronic Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years B367 EEMe/FeBEng (Hons) Energy Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years 7A63 EE/Fe MEng (Hons) Energy Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years 6Q98 EEMeng/FeBSc (Hons) Environmental Management (Foundation Entry) 4 years M468 EMFE BEng Mechanical Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years B467 ME/Fe MEng Mechanical Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years B567 MEMe/FeBEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years B767 ME/Fe MEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years B867 MEMeng/FeBEng Robotics Engineering (Foundation Entry) 4 years B967 RE/Fe MEng Robotics Engineering (Foundation Entry) 5 years B667 MeRE/Fe

Foundation Entry ScienceAnnual tuition fees£6165 Foundation Entry year only£9250 per year for subsequent years at UCLan.

Programme Duration UCAS code Short Code

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science (Foundation Entry) 4 years F556 FSFEBSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (Foundation Entry) 4 years B334 BSFEBSc (Hons) Physiology and Pharmacology (Foundation Entry) 4 years P746 P&PFEBsc (Hons) Chemistry (Foundation Entry) 4 years C368 ChemFE

Student FundingFinancial support is available to support full and part time students through their university studies. Students will not be liable to pay for any of the course fees up front if they meet the criteria and only start paying back the loan once earning above £21,000 a year.

More information and forms can be found at www.gov.uk/student-finance

Foundation Entry Community & Social CareProgramme Duration UCAS code Annual tuition fees

Community & Social Care: Policy & Practice 1 year LLH5 £6165

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UNIVERSITY COURSES - Runshaw College...3 Runshaw University Courses Our university courses are designed specifically to advance your career prospects. They combine university studies