WELCOME.
Welcome to our Undergraduate Course Guide 2024.
It provides an introduction to the welcoming and friendly Canterbury Christ Church University community way of life and our shared purpose.
Our range of courses is designed to give you the higher education you want, and the skills you need to succeed. We are proud to continue to reach outwards, and welcome an ever more diverse group of students, who have the ambition and ability to learn and produce new insights to understand and inform the ever-changing environment around us.
If you’d like to find out more, please visit our website or get a real sense of what it’s like to be a student here at one of our Open Days. I hope to see you there.
SEE FOR YOURSELF
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SETTLING IN.
Meet people and make new friends from the moment you arrive.
Freshers’ Fayre takes place during your first week at CCCU, and you can sign up for a variety of societies and sports clubs – making sure you get the most out of your time here.
St George’s Student Centre is right in the city centre, and its Lounge Bar & Kitchen is an ideal venue for music, performance and socialising. The newly refurbished Students’ Union is situated at the heart of the Canterbury Campus, with pop-up SU activity also taking place at our Medway Campus.
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The easiest way to make friends and get involved at university is to find something in common... and that’s where our societies and sports clubs (see page 35) come in. There are too many to list here – everything from Dungeons & Dragons to Forensics, from KPop to MedSoc, from Karaoke to Musical Theatre. For more information, visit ccsu.co.uk or scan:
BELONG AND BE HAPPY.
We understand the importance of studying, working and living in a culture of inclusivity and acceptance, so you can thrive without barriers.
Right from the start we want to make sure that everyone, regardless of difference or disability, has what they need to reach their full potential.
We’re proud to have students from across the UK and the world studying at CCCU, exchanging ideas, values and experiences.
LGBTQIA+ students and staff are important in our strong and supportive community. We are Stonewall Diversity Champions, and sponsors of Pride Canterbury, with dedicated support networks and a calendar of events and opportunities throughout the year.
Your fellow students will come from all backgrounds, all ages, all faiths or no faith at all. We have a Canterburybased Chapel, a Muslim Prayer Room, a Buddhist Meditation Room, and quiet rooms on all campuses, supported and supervised by the Chaplaincy Team.
Relaxing in Westgate Gardens, Canterbury
WHERE ARE WE?
CANTERBURY CAMPUS
WE’RE WELL CONNECTED
High-speed train to London in under 1 hour
Train to Dover in just over 20 minutes
Folkestone: Eurotunnel trains to France in 35 minutes
Dover: Ferries to France in 1 hour 30 minutes
CANTERBURY CAMPUS
Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London, less than an hour by train from St Pancras. It’s a historic cathedral city, a World Heritage Site and one of the UK’s ‘must-see’ cities. Our Canterbury Campus is right in the centre of town, with shops, cafés, clubs and bars all within walking distance.
Canterbury hosts cultural events and exhibitions year-round at the Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Cathedral, and Canterbury’s museums.
Canterbury is surrounded by beautiful countryside, picturesque villages, stunning coastal scenery and cosmopolitan city life. A short bus-ride away are the seaside towns of Whitstable and Margate – recently voted ‘the coolest neighbourhood in the country’ by Time Out magazine.
MEDWAY CAMPUS
The Medway Campus is close to the historic naval town of Chatham and to Rochester with its beautiful cathedral and buzzing high street.
Medway has vibrant festivals throughout the year and incredible museums including the Chatham Historic Dockyard (where Call the Midwife is filmed!). The campus itself is in Chatham Maritime, a student-friendly quarter with a multiplex cinema, a shopping centre and a fully equipped sports centre. London is under an hour away by train.
IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU.
At CCCU, we’ll also help you develop the skills, confidence and attributes valued by employers.
Scientists, engineers, medical and forensics students study in our new £65 million facility, the Verena Holmes Building, working together on real-world projects with researchers and employers in dedicated makerspaces and labs.
Or maybe you’re set on the creative industries
Our Daphne Oram creative arts building is home to the latest digital facilities to equip you with the skills you need to feed the UK’s booming creative sector.
If you’re an aspiring teacher or health professional, you’ll be studying at a university with a national reputation and extensive network of contacts. Our simulation suites provide a realistic work environment allowing you to practise your skills and build your confidence.
Research skills are a key part of all our courses, preparing you to take your experience into the workplace.
Studying a subject that interests and inspires you is the main reason for coming to university.
PREPARE FOR THE WORKPLACE WITH:
n Volunteering service
n Career and enterprise development bursaries
n Online and in person careers and employability advice
n Part-time work opportunities
n Business and personal development workshops
n Get Hired! programme in your final year.
Our Careers and Enterprise Team can provide you with information, advice and guidance in planning your future.
3 FOR EMPLOYABILITY
TOP UK
*Out of 100 Higher Education Institutions with 3,000 or more graduates (HESA: Graduate Outcomes 2022)
SUPPORTING YOU TO SUCCEED.
We’re committed to working with you to ensure you reach your full potential. Our specialist advisers provide guidance and support about anything that might be worrying you.
GETTING YOU STARTED
Student webpages
Online course essentials
Student-led Facebook groups
Welcome Hub and Student Welcome Ambassadors
Peer mentors: experienced students to help you find your way
Face-to-face campus orientations
WHILE YOU’RE HERE
Peer mentors: experienced students, here to help with personal or academic challenges
Student Disability Service: support and advice if you’re living with a disability, a learning difficulty or long-term health issues
A dedicated team of Student Support and Wellbeing Advisers
Free, confidential counselling with fully qualified BACP registered counsellors
Dedicated support for care leavers
The Students’ Union also has a free, independent Advice Centre offering guidance on academic issues, as well as advice on housing, money and any other concerns you may have, to make sure your time at CCCU is the best it can be.
LEARNING RESOURCES
Library: hundreds of thousands of books, journals and electronic resources available 24/7 via LibrarySearch
Specialist support provided by our team of dedicated Faculty Learning Developers
Learning and Research Support Librarians, providing one-to-one tutorials and workshops to develop your study skills and digital capabilities
Quiet study rooms
On-campus bookshop: next-day ordering service with price match and book bundle offers
A range of digital platforms and resources provided through our Blackboard virtual learning environment
Play and repeat recordings made by your lecturers
The Virtual PC and Student Apps Store: access to software for your course, wherever you are
For more information on all our support services, visit canterbury.ac.uk/student-wellbeing-services or scan:
SUPPORT WITH ENGLISH LANGUAGE
If English isn’t your first language, the Academic English Language Team, as part of the Centre for Language and Linguistics, is available to offer guidance. You can meet a tutor, attend workshops on specific areas of difficulty in academic English, and access online modules in academic writing, reading and other essential skills through the Learning Skills Hub.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.
We’ve been welcoming international students for many years, and our diverse community is drawn from over 80 countries.
Our International Team is here to help you through the application process, and you’ll have all the advice you need to feel happy and settled in your new home.
On our website you’ll find all the information you need on:
n Entry requirements
n Tuition fees, funding and scholarships
n Living expenses
n English language requirements
If English isn’t your first language, we offer workshops and tutorials to help you improve your English, and student advisers will support you throughout your studies. In your first year you’ll be given priority for our student accommodation.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to experience life in the UK and you’ll be able to join a huge range of clubs and societies to make the most of your time with us.
For more information, visit: canterbury.ac.uk/international or scan:
STUDY ABROAD.
CCCU is part of an overseas student exchange programme, with well-established links with universities around the world.
On some courses, you’ll be able to study in North America as part of your degree.* On others, you can apply to study at one of our exchange partners in the USA or Canada for part of your degree.
Look for the symbol in this guide, or visit: canterbury.ac.uk/studynorthamerica
There are also opportunities to study in Europe. Visit our website for the latest information on your chosen course.
Learning a new language is a great way to enhance your career prospects and help you when studying or working abroad. We offer modules at different levels in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Mandarin, all of which can be taken at the Canterbury Campus alongside your other studies.
CANTERBURY. OUR CAMPUSES
Students can step out into a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city and also benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a wellstocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat.
At the heart of our main campus is the Verena Holmes Building, a major hightech facility for STEM subjects and our Medical School. Our Daphne Oram creative arts building is dedicated to 21st century creativity and digital innovation, and has become a hub for arts and culture in the city with a vibrant, year-round programme of concerts, exhibitions and events. Next to the city walls is Augustine House, home to our library and student services.
In addition to these modern, state-ofthe-art buildings, our dynamic Canterbury Campus includes a priory, a historic prison and courthouse, our original 1962 chapel and a 19th century church building. We’re very proud of our facilities but do come and see them for yourself at one of our Open Days (see page 2).
Our Canterbury Campus occupies contemporary and historic buildings, right in the centre of town.
MEDWAY. OUR CAMPUSES
Our Medway Campus has a unique atmosphere, with its long-standing reputation for excellence in Early Years, Health and Social Care and Education.
The campus is part of Universities at Medway, which is made up of three universities (CCCU, the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich) so you’ll be part of a vibrant student campus with plenty of facilities. A busy programme of social and sporting events is organised by the Students’ Unions, while the Drill Hall Library contains extensive collections of books and journals, hundreds of PCs and study places, training rooms and discussion spaces.
As a Health and Social Care student, you’ll be learning in our realworld Simulation Suite, designed to teach and enhance clinical skills. The Simulation Suite will enable you to apply the theory you learn to clinical techniques using specialist equipment. For more information, visit: canterbury.ac.uk/medway or scan:
HOME FROM HOME.
Make friends and live independently in the heart of the city.
All accommodation is self-catering, and there are campus cafés and local restaurants for those times when you want someone else to do the cooking for you!
With a choice of en suite or shared facilities, your university home will feature 24-hour security, internet access and free contents insurance. Utility bills are included in the rent. We have photos and 360º views of some of our rooms, including adapted rooms, on our website.
All of our student accommodation is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you have a particular preference, apply as soon as you can.
Full details, including prices, are available at: canterbury.ac.uk/accommodation or scan:
If you’re a first year undergraduate or foundation student and have firmly accepted an offer of a place on one of our courses, your accommodation is guaranteed as long as you apply by 31 July 2024.
CITY LIVING.
CANTERBURY
In Canterbury, student residences have study bedrooms grouped into either houses or flats. Many are en suite, and we also have a limited number of studio and one-bedroom flats designed for single/shared occupation. Many have communal living and dining areas, and some have beautifully landscaped courtyards.
Security Officers are on hand at our larger sites 24 hours a day, or just a phone call away at smaller sites.
RENTING PRIVATELY
You are able to apply to stay in university-approved accommodation for the entire length of your course, but if you decide to move into private accommodation for the second and third years, our Accommodation Team can show you the available options.
MEDWAY
If you’re studying at our Medway Campus, you’ll have the chance to rent a room in one of the purpose-built flats in the Pier Quays development, which is owned and managed by a private provider. Grouped into modern flats for six or eight students, they feature shared communal lounges and fully equipped kitchens.
IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY
We have adapted rooms for wheelchair users and students with other disabilities. Please contact our Disability Team early for advice, and to discuss any specific requirements when you apply. Please email: disability@canterbury.ac.uk
GET INVOLVED.
Get involved with other students, staff and the Students’ Union through our year-round Us in the World programme of events. Our Student Green Office actively promotes socially and environmentally responsible living at university. Look out for their events, opportunities and pop-up activities hosted on campus (one of our favourites is the Fairtrade chocolate tasting!) and sign up for free certified Carbon Literacy Training so you can arm yourself with the knowledge and skills you need to make a difference.
For more information, visit canterbury.ac.uk/sustainability or scan:
There are lots of outlets across campus that sell healthy, veggie/vegan and Fairtrade options including – yes! – vegan sausage rolls, and we have our very own weekly veg box scheme bringing affordable, organic, seasonal vegetables right onto campus for you, direct from a local farm.
If, like us, you care about the environment and our future, there are lots of ways to make a positive difference and meet new people.
SPORT, HEALTH AND FITNESS.
Sport
Whether you’re serious about training and competing or would simply like to get a little fitter, you’ll have access to our multi-million pound Sports Centre with a state-of-the-art gym, a full range of fitness classes, interactive spin studio, climbing wall and a personal training service.
We provide many free programmes centred around student wellbeing to help you stay active and healthy.
You’ll also have access to Polo Farm Sports Club, a short distance from the Canterbury Campus, with facilities including three floodlit hockey pitches, an indoor tennis centre, outdoor tennis courts and a spacious sports hall specialising in netball, hockey and cricket.
There are five grass sports pitches for football and rugby, and in partnership with local clubs we offer golf, kayaking, equestrian, trampoline and athletics facilities.
We work with various national governing bodies of sport to offer sport-specific coaching and officiating courses, giving you the skills and academic knowledge to coach or referee – great for enhancing your career prospects.
and active health are exciting parts of the CCCU experience.LEARN TO COACH
SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS
If you’re talented at sport, you can apply for a CCCU Sport scholarship.
As a Sport Scholar, you’ll enjoy a financial bursary, University gym membership, personal training, mentoring and sports science support. As a TASS Dual Career accredited site, we support our scholars in balancing their studies alongside their sport.
Sport scholarships are available in a range of sports, including disability sport.
FOOTBALL PERFORMANCE ACADEMY
Play football alongside your studies through one of three diverse sport-based degrees (see page 82).
Train at an intensive level while we support you to succeed as both an athlete and a student, with access to regular football training, expert strength and conditioning, a fixtures programme, performance analysis and much more.
For more information, visit canterbury.ac.uk/sport or scan:
STUDENT SPORTS CLUBS
There are a wide range of club sports on offer, led by students through the CCCU Students’ Union.
n American Football
n Athletics
n Badminton
n Basketball
n Boxing
n Cheerleading
n Climbing
n Cricket
n Equestrian
n Football
n Futsal
n Hockey
n Lacrosse
n Netball
n Pole fitness
n Rounders
n Rugby
n Snow sports
n Swimming
n Tennis
n Trampolining
n Volleyball
Many teams compete regularly in British Universities and Colleges
Sport leagues (BUCS) and a variety of other competitions.
GRADUATION AND BEYOND.
Graduation day is the exciting culmination of your university studies.
If you are awarded a BA or BSc, on your graduation day you’ll process into Canterbury’s magnificent cathedral, an amazing setting for your big day. If you’re a student based at our Medway Campus, ceremonies take place in the beautiful Rochester Cathedral.
You’ll be celebrating your achievement in awe-inspiring surroundings.
You’ll head towards your future with optimism and confidence, secure in the knowledge that as a CCCU graduate you’ll continue to have access to:
n Careers support for up to three years
n Discount on eligible Master’s courses
n Alumni events
n Volunteering opportunities
n Retail discounts and discounts on membership of the CCCU Library and Sports Centres
For more information, visit: cccualumni.com or scan:
DIFFERENT WAYS TO STUDY.
On the following pages, you can explore the undergraduate courses we offer across a range of subject areas. Visit our website to find out more about why you should study your chosen course at CCCU. canterbury.ac.uk/studyhere
SINGLE HONOURS
We have over 80 single honours courses leading to qualifications including BA, BSc, BEng and LLB.
COMBINED HONOURS
Can’t decide between your favourite subjects? Find out more about our combined honours degrees on page 41
FOUNDATION YEARS
If you don’t have the grades you need, or are returning to study, we have a number of four year degree courses with the first year (Year 0) as a foundation year which introduces you to university study in your chosen subject area.
See page 42 for more information, and look out for this icon
FOUNDATION DEGREES
We offer a number of these qualifications which combine academic study and workbased learning. They usually involve two years’ full-time study but part-time options may be available. You can study for an additional year to ‘top up’ to honours degree level.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENTS
While you are with us we want to help you develop the skills you need to get a great job when you graduate. So, many of our courses give you the chance to gain work experience or undertake a professional placement year.
A YEAR IN NORTH AMERICA
Some of our courses provide an exciting opportunity to study for a year in North America at one of our partner institutions. Look out for this icon .
LEARNING A NEW LANGUAGE
You can study a range of languages as part of, or alongside, your course. We offer modules in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Mandarin at the Canterbury Campus.
Find out more: canterbury.ac.uk/modern-foreignlanguage-modules
DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS
CCCU offers a range of Higher and Degree Apprenticeships which combine work with study. These allow employers to attract new recruits with clear progression paths, and to upskill existing staff to enable them to be more productive. If you are interested in our apprenticeships then please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/apprenticeships
Most of our degree courses can be studied full-time or part-time, offering flexibility and choice.
COMBINED HONOURS.
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finding it hard
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decide between two
subjects you enjoy? CCCU has a wide selection of degrees covering two subject areas, offering you variety, flexibility and a chance to maximise your employability.
WHY STUDY A COMBINED HONOURS DEGREE?
A combined honours degree is one degree covering two subject areas.
It will allow you to:
n explore two subjects you enjoy and gain a wider set of knowledge and skills
n tailor your degree to suit your own personal preferences, giving you greater choice of what you study
n meet an even wider range of students to work with and make friends.
MAXIMISE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY
With an ever-changing work environment, employers are looking for those who can demonstrate adaptability and diverse knowledge and skills. Specialising in two subject areas provides you with the opportunity to distinguish yourself in an increasingly competitive job market as a graduate who is flexible, adaptable, possesses excellent interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills, can undertake independent research from more than one discipline and has the ability to work as part of a team.
WHAT MAKES A COMBINED HONOURS DEGREE?
With a combined honours degree, in your first year you will spend half your time studying one subject and half the other. As you progress into your second and third years, you may decide that you prefer one subject to another and you will be able to study one subject for two thirds of the time and the other for one third.
CHOOSE YOUR COMBINATION
Take a look at the specific subjects you are interested in within this guide. The course page will tell you if your chosen course is offered as a combined honours degree and recommend some subjects it combines well with.
For more about the combinations on offer, their UCAS codes, and our suggestions for the combinations we think really work best, please visit:
canterbury.ac.uk/combined-honours-degrees
FOUNDATION YEARS.
A number of our degrees are offered with an additional foundation year providing an ideal route for those who have the ability to study at degree level but don’t have the entry requirements for their chosen subject.
WHAT IS A FOUNDATION YEAR COURSE?
A foundation year is the first year of a four year degree which:
n provides an introduction not only to study at university but also to your chosen subject
n offers you a highly supportive environment where you can develop the self-confidence, knowledge, skills and understanding for further study.
Our foundation years are offered in the following subject areas:
n Arts & Humanities
n Business
n Chemical Engineering
n Computing
n Education
n Engineering
n Forensic Investigation
n Health
n Law
n Psychology, Politics, Sociology & Applied Criminology
n Science
n Sport & Exercise Sciences
WHAT NEXT?
Have a look on the following pages for the degree you are interested in studying. If it is also offered as a four year course with a foundation year, you will see this icon
The course page on our website gives you all the details you need to apply via UCAS.
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR
The International foundation year will enable you to improve your English language, study skills and academic content knowledge in English to the level necessary to take an undergraduate degree. You will study a combination of language-focused classes alongside subject-based courses relating to the BA/BSc course you intend to study. As well as improving your language skills, you will develop key academic study skills for research, assignment writing and oral presentation. We also provide individual help with your studies through regular tutorials.
Once you have successfully completed the International foundation year, you’ll progress onto a place on the first year of your chosen undergraduate degree course at CCCU.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
The Course Enquiry Team is here to help you. We understand that applying to university and finding the right course, one that meets your interests and future aspirations, is a big decision, and we know you are likely to have further questions you’d like to ask us.
We are dedicated to providing you with friendly information, advice and guidance to help you make an informed choice and one that’s right for you.
We can offer advice about how to apply for our undergraduate courses, entry requirements, tuition fees and student finance support, in addition to information on what you can expect from life as a CCCU student.
If you would like to speak to us, you can call us on 01227 928000 and we’ll be happy to help with any questions that you may have. We are available 9am-5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 9am-5pm on Fridays.
Alternatively, you can contact us by email at: courses@canterbury.ac.uk or our online web enquiry form: canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/contact-us
You can live chat with us there too. Or visit our social media channels:
@canterburyccuni
facebook.com/ChristChurchUni
instagram.com/canterburyccuni
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS COURSE GUIDE. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
The information in this guide was accurate when it went to print in January 2023. On occasion, it may be necessary to change details relating to a particular course that commences from September 2024 onwards. We will set out any changes on the web page relating to the course. Where there has been a material change to a course, we will separately draw this to the attention of applicants at the earliest opportunity.
We recommend that you look at the web page for further information on the course and any notifications of change to the details in the course guide.
ART & DESIGN
If you have a strong visual sense, or are interested in making playful media, these courses will help you change the way people see the world while developing your talents.
GAMES DESIGN
UCAS code: I600
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n After your induction, you’ll be given a laptop and the necessary gaming software
n The University is a world leader in play-culture research
n You’ll be taught by lecturers with experience working in the games industry and creative sectors
UCAS code: W210
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
GRAPHIC DESIGN PHOTOGRAPHY
UCAS code: W640
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n You’ll work in specialist graphic design studio spaces in the Daphne Oram creative arts building
n Opportunity to work with a professional design agency to learn business and entrepreneurial aspects of the industry
n 100% of our Graphic Design students were satisfied overall with their course (National Student Survey 2022)
n Access to industry-standard equipment, digital imaging, darkrooms and photographic studios
n Regular exhibition and gallery-based sessions, with visiting professionals
n 100% of our Photography students agreed staff have made the subject interesting (National Student Survey 2022)
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
We equip you with the skills businesses are looking for to help you stand out from the crowd. Working closely with real-world businesses, we have strong professional links across our courses.
Augustine House, Library and Student Resources CentreUCAS code: N400
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
UCAS code: N405
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with Business Management
n Develop specialist accounting knowledge with an emphasis on professional body requirements
n Test your skills in our Bloomberg Trading Room, which recreates the high-energy City of London trading environment
n Accredited by the ACCA, ICAEW and IFA
Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code N401
BSc Single Hons
n Gain a solid grounding in the challenges of managing organisations, information technology and analysis
n Test your skills in our Bloomberg Trading Room, which recreates the high-energy City of London trading environment
n Accredited by the ACCA, ICAEW and IFA
Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code NN4J
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UCAS code: N200
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
ECONOMICS
UCAS codes: with Business Management NC20 with Finance NC28 with Politics NC36
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with some Business courses, or any other combined honours non Business course
n A practical course, building your skills from day one
n Benefit from strong links with local, regional and national organisations, gaining real-world experience
n Prepares you for general management, particularly for roles in the service, retail or public sectors
Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code N20N
BSc Hons in combination with Finance, Business Management or Politics
n Gain the skills to analyse real economic problems and understand how the world works
n Develop skills that will appeal to employers, including the ability to think critically, communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely, work independently and as part of a team, plan and manage your time effectively
n Learn from academics who are in constant dialogue with industry experts
Options with Professional Placement: with Business Management: UCAS code NC44 with Finance: UCAS code NC48 with Politics: UCAS code NC52
UCAS code: N300
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with Business Management or combination with Law
n Develop a range of essential transferable business skills including communication, IT, research and team working
n Test your skills in our Bloomberg Trading Room, which recreates the high-energy City of London trading environment
n Accredited by the ACCA, apm, CISI and CMI Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code N301
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
UCAS code: NA32
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with Business Management
n Work on real-world projects with external businesses and organisations
n Benefit from our extensive links with industry to undertake professional work placements
n Enables you to progress to HRM qualifications with the CIPD
Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code N601
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
UCAS code: N210
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with either Marketing or Business Management
n Attend field trips to see first-hand how some of the most successful logistics businesses operate
n Covering all aspects of logistics and management and how they relate to the industry
n Access to the learning resources of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code J960
ENGINEERING & COMPUTING
Our engineering and computing degrees will give you the skills you need to forge a successful career in these competitive – and growing – industries.
State-of-the-art engineering resources, Verena Holmes BuildingBIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
UCAS code:
H105 MEng
H104 BEng
4/3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM (MEng)
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM (BEng)
n Develop engineering solutions including robotics, prosthetics, diagnostic equipment and artificial organs to help solve medical problems
n Get involved in smart technologies and apply them to transmit data directly to clinics
n This innovative course has been designed in collaboration with industry and a research medical clinician
Optional summer placement or semester placement
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
UCAS code: GN41
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain the skills needed to understand the processes, people and technology required to improve a business’s sustainability
n Develop your business acumen and IT capability with problems sourced from industry
n Equip yourself with both the theory and the practical skills you need to design and build software systems to solve commercial problems
Option to study with a year in industry (UCAS code: GN42)
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
UCAS code:
H102 MEng
H103 BEng
4/3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM (MEng)
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM (BEng)
n One of the best paying professions in the UK with salaries rising by 30% over the last decade (UK salary data from IChemE)
n It’s an exciting time for practising engineers in the chemical/food industry to support and contribute to the latest innovations
n Pioneering CDIO* approach, giving you a rich hands-on experience and unlocking your creative potential
Optional summer placement or semester placement
A PIONEERING APPROACH TO YOUR LEARNING
CONCEIVE Look at the problem and think of possible solutions DESIGN Plan how to create your solutions IMPLEMENT Bring your solutions to life OPERATE See if your solutions work and are fit for purpose
UCAS code: FG45
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Significant demand for skilled graduates in this field brings excellent career prospects
n Learn how cybersecurity protects organisational ecosystems from malicious attacks and human error
n Explore how ethical hacking approaches can be used to highlight security vulnerabilities so that they can be fixed or mitigated
Option to study with a Year in Industry (UCAS code: FG46)
UCAS code: I104
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPUTING
n Designed to meet the demands of high-performance computing in industry
n You’ll learn software development, machine architecture, problem modelling and parallel computing
n Emphasis on the development of advanced software, enabling you to work with data on a massive scale –something employers are increasingly demanding Option to study with a Year in Industry (UCAS code: I105)
UCAS code: G400
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Designed to meet the real needs of the computing industry, particularly in relation to infrastructure development and support
n Gain a broad overview of IT systems in the workplace, from design to maintenance, and supporting their users
n Areas of focus include networking, system administration, databases and cybersecurity
Option to study with a Year in Industry (UCAS code: G404)
UCAS code: H146
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain insights into different engineering options as you study, eg mechanical, systems and electronics
n Working in line with industry, pioneering the CDIO* approach, you’ll help create solutions for local industries
n Designed in collaboration with industry, enabling you to develop as a problem-solving engineer, valued by employers
Optional summer placement or semester placement
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUITE
Mechanical engineers play vital roles in a variety of industries and CCCU offers several routes to study this fascinating, real-world subject. Each course employs the pioneering CDIO (see page 50) approach, developed by the world-renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in collaboration with business.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
UCAS code: H145
3 years full-time
Canterbury & specialist facilities in Kent
Entry requirements:
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Work with engineering experts to apply your practical skills and technical knowledge to solve real-world industry problems
n Develop and apply technical and nontechnical mechanical skills to develop engineering solutions
n CDIO (see p50) projects are typically sourced from industry so you can contribute to local economy with inclusive engineering solutions
Optional summer placement or semester placement
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (Advance Manufacture)
UCAS code:
H150 MEng
H147 BEng
4/3 years full-time
Canterbury & specialist facilities in Kent
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM (MEng)
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM (BEng)
n Understand the role of engineering and manufacturing in production processes and gain expertise in product creation from design to end manufacture.
n Unique CDIO (see p50) learning opportunity to enable you to develop mechanical engineering knowledge through projects typically sourced from industry
n Opportunities to learn Industry 4.0 technology, and how to design for Industry 4.0 manufacture
Optional summer placement or semester placement
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (Building Services)
UCAS code:
H154 (MEng)
H148 (BEng)
4/3 years full-time
Canterbury & specialist facilities in Kent
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM (MEng)
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM (BEng)
n Building service engineers play a critical role in the onand off-site construction process and also in designing new systems and techniques that are driving the industry
n Unique CDIO (see p50) learning opportunity to enable you to develop and apply technical and nontechnical skills to engineer inclusive solutions
n Opportunities to learn and consider building services design, development and implementation in traditional design for build and modular building construction
Optional summer placement or semester placement
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (Systems)
UCAS code:
H149 (MEng)
4 years full-time
Canterbury & specialist facilities in Kent
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM
n Mechanical engineers who specialise in systems are tasked with solving complex engineering problems through systems tools and techniques
n You will have the opportunity to get involved in solving problems facing businesses in the real world, using the pioneering CDIO (see p50) approach
n Develop strong technical and engineering skills and build your mechanical engineering knowledge while taking specialist modules that focus on systems
Optional summer placement or semester placement
PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEERING
UCAS code:
H153 MEng
H152 BEng
4/3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM (MEng)
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM (BEng)
n Develop and prototype your ideas to produce engineered working solutions with commercial potential
n You’ll be shown how to use key design methods so you can create functional and aesthetically pleasing solutions
n Pioneering CDIO (see p50) approach, giving you a rich hands-on experience and unlocking your creative potential
n You will have the opportunity to work on projects for industry clients and contribute to the local economy
Optional summer placement or semester placement
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
UCAS code: I302
3 years full-time
Canterbury & specialist facilities in Kent
Entry requirements:
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Technology is moving at a fast pace, so software engineering graduates are in high demand
n Designed in collaboration with industry, enabling you to develop as a problem-solving engineer, valued by employers
n Pioneering CDIO (see p50) approach, giving you a rich hands-on experience and unlocking your creative potential
n Work on developing applications to provide solutions to challenges typically sourced from industry clients
Option with Professional Placement: UCAS code I303
ENGINEERING & COMPUTING
Simulation suites give you real-world experience
HEALTHCARE, PUBLIC HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Our healthcare courses enable you to qualify in a profession where you can make a difference to people’s lives by developing your skills in modern simulation suites and hands-on work placements.
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY
UCAS code: B821
3 years full-time Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Our course is reactive to evolving technologies and trends, future-proofing your career
n Opportunities to lead, manage and develop entrepreneurial and strategic skills within a range of settings
n Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a diagnostic radiographer
MENTAL HEALTH, WELLBEING & SOCIETY
UCAS code: B904
3 years full-time Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Study mental health and wellbeing in a non-clinical capacity and learn about the importance of prevention of mental and physical ill health
n Gain the knowledge and skills sought by a wide variety of employers in both public and private sectors
n Pursue careers in areas such as mental health support, social prescribing, campaigning and policy development and health-related charity work
UCAS code: B720
3 years full-time Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: BBB at A-Level or BTEC DDM
n Develop the practical midwifery skills and knowledge to allow you to practise as a midwife both in the UK and abroad
n You’ll be taught to question and critically evaluate practice, placing women and families at the centre of care
n Our simulation facilities support your learning allowing you to practise clinical skills in a safe environment
UCAS code: B740
3 years full-time Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain the skills to assess and care for adults who have a wide variety of healthcare needs
n 50% of your course will be spent in a variety of placements, giving you confidence for your future nursing career
n On successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
NURSING: CHILD NURSING
UCAS code: B730
3 years full-time Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Learn how to care for infants, children, young people and their families in a holistic manner
n Support for your professional and personal development at University and on placement in a variety of settings, learning both practical and academic skills
n On successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
NURSING: MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
UCAS code: B760
3 years full-time Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain knowledge and skills required to become a mental health nurse and eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
n Practice placements allow you to apply your learning in a variety of settings including hospitals, care homes, and in the community
n Specialise in a wide range of roles or choose to develop your career in management, education and research
THERAPY
UCAS code: B920
3 years full-time Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Challenge the traditional boundaries of Occupational Therapy practice and gain the knowledge, understanding, and tools you will need to promote occupational justice for individuals and communities
n Become a confident, compassionate practitioner who can adapt to the changing world we live in and develop new emerging occupational therapy roles
n Learn clinical and business skills that you can apply to inspire new developments in occupational therapy practice
UCAS code: B991
3 years full-time Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain the knowledge and skills to perform complex activities caring for patients in the hospital operating department and other critical care settings
n You’ll learn in our state-of-the-art simulation suite with experienced theatre practitioners
n Clinical placements, mainly within hospital operating departments but also in other critical care areas, will support your learning
PARAMEDIC SCIENCE
UCAS code: B780
3 years full-time
Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
PHYSIOTHERAPY
UCAS code: B160
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: ABB at A-Level or BTEC DDM
n Gain the knowledge and skills required to become an autonomous, effective, and safe paramedic
n We prioritise your student experience and teaching and regularly review our course and improve through feedback and research
n Your learning is enhanced through practical sessions in our excellent simulation suite and on unique practice placements
n Gain the knowledge and skills to become an effective, safe, and autonomous health professional, preparing you to work as a physiotherapist fit for the future
n You’ll have access to our dynamic science, technology, and health resources within our Simulation Suites and Anatomy Learning Centre
n A high staff to student ratio allows us to fully embed individual support to our students throughout the course
PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH PROMOTION
UCAS code:
See our website
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
SOCIAL WORK
UCAS code: L500
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work in crucial roles within the public health workforce both in the UK and internationally
n Our team has expertise in a variety of health-related areas such as physical activity, nutrition, sexual health, substance misuse, mental health and arts and health
n Our lecturers provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment that nurtures your passion and interest in health and wellbeing
n Gain the knowledge and skills required to meet professional standards to be eligible to register with Social Work England as a qualified social worker
n We create a learning environment that supports everyone’s potential, with practitioners and Experts by Experience contributing to lectures, seminars and simulations
n We provide good quality practice placements and have established strong links through our Teaching Partnership with local authorities
HUMANITIES
Subjects within our Humanities subject area explore human society and culture from different angles, making Canterbury the perfect place to study.
ARCHAEOLOGY
UCAS code: V400
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Canterbury is one of the most significant historical and cultural centres in Britain. Our Canterbury Campus is itself situated in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
n The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists and University Archaeology UK
n Opportunity to undertake up to eight weeks of funded fieldwork at an outstanding Romano-British settlement site in East Sussex
CREATIVE & PROFESSIONAL WRITING
UCAS code: W800
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Learn to write, edit and submit your work to agents and publishers alongside developing employability skills
n Taught by authors and industry professionals with current, real-world experience
n Top 5 in the UK for graduate prospects in the subject area of Creative Writing (Complete University Guide Subject League Table 2023)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS
UCAS code: QPH9
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Taught by tutors who are experts in language and communication, and the interface between the two
n Includes modules specifically related to the working world, such as a work placement
n Opportunity to take the Cambridge ‘CELTA’ course which leads to an internationally recognised professional qualification for teaching English language abroad
ENGLISH LITERATURE
UCAS code: Q300
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n 100% of our English Literature students were satisfied overall with the course (National Student Survey 2022)
n Get involved in unique projects and volunteering opportunities with the International Centre for Victorian Women Writers and the Centre for Kent History and Heritage
n Work with lecturers who have a strong track record as specialist researchers and inform their teaching with the latest research findings
HISTORY
UCAS code: V100
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Delivered by experienced academics. We were ranked 5th in the UK for student satisfaction with the quality of teaching (Guardian University League Tables 2022)
n Experience history at the heart of the city of Canterbury, one of the most significant historical centres in Britain
n Get your hands on the past with visits to archives and on field trips within Canterbury and beyond
RELIGION, PHILOSOPHY & ETHICS
UCAS code: V627
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
THEOLOGY
UCAS code: V610
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Taught by an experienced team of academics who have published widely on topics such as idealism, spirituality, and interfaith dialogue
n Study in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey just a stone’s throw away
n Ranked 11th in the UK for student satisfaction with the quality of teaching in the subject area of Theology and Religious Studies (Complete University Guide Subject League Table 2023)
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Study in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site near the ancient buildings of Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s church
n 100% of our Theology students were in jobs or further study 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
n Graduates have gained roles with charities, opted for postgraduate study, and secured lecturing work at North American universities
HUMANITIES
You could also consider: Arts & Humanities foundation year 42
LAW, POLICING & CRIMINAL JUSTICE
We combine high quality teaching with the latest research from fields of law, policing, criminology and forensics.
APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY
UCAS code: M900
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA/BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Explore the true nature, extent and causes of crime and the methods used to manage crime and criminal behaviour
n Taught by staff who have worked as criminal justice practitioners or researchers
n Exciting career paths focusing on criminal justice and the treatment of victims and offenders
APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY & FORENSIC INVESTIGATION
UCAS code: MF94
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Unique combination of subjects prepares you for a range of remarkable careers
n Explore psychological, sociological and legal theories to understand crime and criminal justice
n High level of practical and lab work, exploring crime scenarios and developing skills to investigate and solve crimes
APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY with another subject
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
Other subjects you can study as part of an ‘Applied Criminology with’ degree:
BSc Single Hons
Applied Criminology with another named criminal justice subject (Single Hons)
UCAS code: M901 Applied Criminology (Criminal Investigation)
UCAS code: M902 Applied Criminology (Interpersonal Violence)
UCAS code: M903 Applied Criminology (Policing)
UCAS code: M904 Applied Criminology (Terrorism & Political Violence)
COUNTER TERRORISM & TRANSNATIONAL CRIME
UCAS code: L441
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n One of the only universities in the world focusing on Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime at undergraduate level
n Experienced staff committed to your development as a criminal justice sector professional
n Crime scene, policing and court facilities allow you to develop practical skills in a realistic environment
BSc Single Hons
LAW, POLICING & CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
UCAS code: L313
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Taught by staff with a wide range of experience, including academics, former criminal justice professionals, and current practitioners
n Subjects include historical development of the detective function, investigative interviewing, sexual and domestic abuse, and miscarriages of justice
n Career opportunities include the Police, National Crime Agency, the Military, charitable organisations and others within the criminal justice system
FORENSIC INVESTIGATION
UCAS code: F410
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA/BSc Single Hons or in combination with Archaeology
n Develop practical skills in a realistic environment with our range of crime scene, laboratory, policing and court facilities
n Learn from staff who are forensic practitioners or researchers
n Gain the knowledge and skills needed to forge a successful career in forensic investigation
Available with a foundation year.
See page 42
North America Exchange. See page 21
Part-time options available
BSc Single HonsFORENSIC INVESTIGATION with another subject
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
LAW
UCAS code: M100
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
Forensic Investigation with another named criminal justice subject (Single Hons)
Other subjects you can study as part of an ‘Forensic Investigation with’ degree:
UCAS code: F415 Forensic Investigation (Criminal Investigation)
UCAS code: F416 Forensic Investigation (Interpersonal Violence)
UCAS code: F417 Forensic Investigation (Policing)
UCAS code: F418 Forensic Investigation (Terrorism & Political Violence)
LLB Single Hons
n Taught by experienced academics, academics with practitioner backgrounds, and practitioners, including solicitors, barristers and international lawyers
n Potential to graduate with the National Association of Licensed Paralegals in addition to your LLB
n Option to get involved with practical justice and experience law in practice by participating in our Clinical Legal Projects
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
Other subjects you can study as part of a ‘Law with’ degree:
UCAS code: MN11 LLB with Business
UCAS code: ML13 LLB with Criminology
UCAS code: MN13 LLB with Finance
UCAS code: MF14 LLB with Forensic Investigation
UCAS code: MV11 LLB with History
UCAS code: ML12 LLB with International Relations
UCAS code: ML14 LLB with Politics
UCAS code: ML15 LLB with Sociology
PROFESSIONAL POLICING
UCAS code: L435
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n For 25 years CCCU has led the way in providing innovative academic and professional courses to support students seeking a career in policing
n Taught by dedicated and experienced staff who unite years of service with academic excellence
n Licensed by the College of Policing and is one of the approved entry routes into policing
n Interactive learning includes the use of a police custody suite, interview rooms and hydra simulation activities
LAW, POLICING & CRIMINAL
Law with another subject LLB with another named subject (Single Hons)MEDIA, MARKETING & JOURNALISM
Our focus is on employability to give you the opportunity to become part of this exciting and growing industry.
Filming on the Canterbury CampusADVERTISING
UCAS code: N561
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
DIGITAL MEDIA
UCAS code: N53W
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA/BSc (Hons) in combination with Business Management or another subject
n Exploring the creative and strategic aspects of advertising, using consumer and trend insights for planning media and executing advertising campaigns
n Variety of live advertising client briefs and focused brand projects from professional bodies
n Options to take courses accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Institute of Data and Marketing (IDM)
Option with Professional Placement: see our website
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n 100% of our Digital Media students were satisfied overall with their course (National Student Survey 2022)
n Access to industry-standard software and equipment as well as to a teaching team with knowledge and experience in a broad range of creative disciplines
n Explore a variety of practical skills and theories that are applicable to many different creative pathways as well as opportunities to develop into specialised areas
FILM PRODUCTION
UCAS code: P313
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n In Year 3 you’ll undertake industry-recognised Albert sustainable production certification
n Our research active staff, guest speakers, expert masterclasses and industry advisory panel ensure you will be ready for the world of work or further study
n Our graduates have achieved festival success and employment within the film industry within six months of graduating
FILM, RADIO & TELEVISION
UCAS code: W620
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Our research active staff, guest speakers, expert masterclasses and industry advisory panel ensure you will be ready for the world of work or further study
n In Year 3 you’ll undertake industry-recognised Albert sustainable production certification
n Thelma Schoonmaker Powell, three-time Academy Award winner and Martin Scorsese’s editor is a CCCU Honorary Fellow
Available with a foundation year.
See page 42
North America Exchange. See page 21
Part-time options available
BA Single HonsMARKETING
UCAS code: N500
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or BSc / BA (Hons) in combination with Business Management or another subject
n Learn to research, plan and manage a range of marketing activities to improve your employability prospects
n Professional accreditation opportunities, including the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Institute of Data and Marketing (IDM).
n Opportunity to try out your skills and decision-making in computer-based simulations and creative branding and consumer projects
Option with Professional Placement: see our website
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
UCAS code: P300
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Develop academic, research and practical skills, including how to use industry-recognised tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
n Partner University status with the Public Relations and Communications Association
n 90% of our Media and Communications students were in jobs or further study 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISM
UCAS code: P501
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n You’ll be taught by experienced journalists with backgrounds in print, online, radio and TV journalism
n News production days will give you a taste of a real working newsroom, and you can join our award-winning student news outlet UNIfied
n Fully accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC)
PUBLIC RELATIONS & MEDIA
UCAS code: PP23
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, with Partner University status with the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA)
n Designed with input from industry experts to ensure you will be equipped with the communication skills that employers want
n Gain work and real-world experience of PR or mediarelated roles
You could also consider:
MEDICINE
Kent and Medway Medical School is a collaboration between Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent, with specialist facilities on both campuses.
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE, BACHELOR OF SURGERY (BM BS)
KMMS has developed an innovative, integrated curriculum. You’ll study in a modern, vibrant, interprofessional health and technology community, alongside other students working to be health professionals. You will have access to state-of-theart facilities including our well-equipped Anatomy Learning Centre.
You will explore areas including:
n Biomedical sciences
n Pharmacology
n Scientific enquiry and research
n Medical ethics and law
n Core practical skills
n General practice and community care
n Psychiatry and behavioural science
n Major medical and surgical disciplines.
You’ll have a combination of written assessments including essays, short answer questions and single best answers. Your professional values, communication and clinical skills will be tested through practical assessment methods.
Your professional development is also tracked through assessments within the e-Portfolio, including reflective writing, and feedback from colleagues and staff. Regular meetings with your tutors will ensure that you’re given support to keep on track and reach your full potential.
At the end of the course you will be eligible to apply for a UK Foundation Programme job in the United Kingdom. This will provide you with the required postgraduate experience to gain full registration with the General Medical Council.
After obtaining full registration, you will have the education and experience to apply for any one of over 100 possible medical specialties.
There are national programmes available for medical graduates to obtain specialist postgraduate training and experience in leadership, management, entrepreneurialism and research.
It is possible to study for an additional degree: an intercalated degree may condense a three year course into one year, which makes it a challenging but rewarding choice.
For more information, visit: kmms.ac.uk or scan:
Duration
5 years full-time
Location
This programme is taught at the Canterbury campuses of both Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent
UCAS code
A100
Typical entry requirements AAB
Additional entry requirements See our website How to apply kmms.ac.uk International students Yes
For more information and full course details, visit: kmms.ac.uk
Subject to successful progress through the General Medical Council’s quality assurance programme.
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS
We offer courses that cover almost every aspect of music, composition, dance and performance.
DANCE
See our website for combined honours
UCAS codes
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Internationally recognised teaching team, led by the first Professor of Dance Education in the UK
n Purpose-built studios with stage lighting, performance props, mirrors, a sprung floor and audience seating
n Links with local, regional and international companies eg Royal Ballet School, Trinity Laban and The Marlowe Theatre
UCAS code: WX53
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
DANCE EDUCATION MUSIC
UCAS code: W303
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Equips you with a deep understanding of dance in its relation to education, community, health, fitness and performance
n Purpose-built studios with stage lighting, performance props, mirrors, a sprung floor and audience seating
n Links with local, regional and international companies eg Royal Ballet School, Trinity Laban and The Marlowe Theatre
UCAS code: W340
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Free one-to-one lessons in performance modules with scholarships for second-study instrumentalists and vocalists
n Exciting curriculum embracing wide-ranging music theories and creative practice
n Inspiring spaces for rehearsal, performance, recording, and studio work, including dedicated labs, fine concert venues, and Canterbury Cathedral
n Free one-to-one lessons in performance modules with scholarships for second-study instrumentalists and vocalists
n Taught by a dynamic team of tutors who are active in the music industry as performers, songwriters, music producers and composers
n On-site access to industry-standard facilities and stunning performance spaces, including specialist resources in our Mac suites, rehearsal rooms, recording studios and sound design labs
MUSIC: CREATIVE MUSIC PRODUCTION & TECHNOLOGY
UCAS code: W373
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Compose and produce music using specialist facilities within our Creative Arts Building, with recording studios, rehearsal rooms, mixing suites and Apple Mac labs
n A year-round programme of events offers you the opportunity to showcase your talents in a variety of venues
n Taught by recognised industry music producers, creative technologists, songwriters, composers and performers with real-world experience
MUSICAL THEATRE
UCAS code: W370
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Taught by tutors with professional experience in national and international performance productions
n Two on-site dedicated performing arts venues –a converted church with amazing acoustics and a contemporary full-size black box theatre complete with the latest lighting rig and sound system
n With the contemporary Marlowe Theatre and the annual Canterbury Festival you’ll be able to immerse yourself in the world of musical theatre both in the University and outside
PERFORMING ARTS
UCAS code: W490
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Participate in performance work each year, where every aspect of the production, front and back of house, is managed by students
n Examine the industry as a whole, gaining an understanding of performance, management, design and production
n Two on-site dedicated performing arts venues – a converted church with amazing acoustics and a contemporary full-size black box theatre complete with the latest lighting rig and sound system
UCAS code: W371
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Two on-site dedicated performing arts venues –a converted church with amazing acoustics and a contemporary full-size black box theatre with the latest lighting rig and sound system
n Supportive technical team and expert practitioners with professional experience in the live arts industry
n Our course has been designed to ensure content meets the changing needs of the live arts sector
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS
You could also consider:
Arts & Humanities foundation year 42
SCIENCES
From Animal Science to Human Biology, our courses cover the spectrum of this fascinating field of study.
ANIMAL SCIENCE
UCAS code: C300
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n You’ll have the opportunity to take part in a residential field trip studying animal behaviour
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n You’ll benefit from our strong links with industry, and opportunities to collaborate in research, undertake work experience and gain internships
BIOCHEMISTRY & GENETICS
UCAS code: C723
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Our degree encompasses genetics, biochemistry and the molecular biology of organisms
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n Our excellent links with biotech companies can provide opportunities for developing valuable experience
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
UCAS code: B102
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BIOSCIENCE
UCAS code: C191
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n You’ll have opportunities to collaborate with research scientists at our Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park
n Our BSc Biomedical Science degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n Our excellent links with pharmaceutical, biotech and life science industries can provide opportunities for developing valuable experience
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n You’ll benefit from specialist laboratories at our Canterbury Campus and Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park
n Our excellent links with employers from biotech to ecology can provide opportunities for developing valuable experience
FOOD
UCAS code: BL94
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
Available with a foundation year.
See page 42
n Develop expert skills in a variety of scientific fields, including biochemistry, human physiology and nutrition
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n You’ll benefit from specialist laboratories in our multimillion pound Verena Holmes Building at our Canterbury Campus
North America Exchange.
See page 21
options available
UCAS code: L700
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Strong emphasis is on field work, with opportunities to visit sites around the local area and abroad
n You’ll have opportunities to collaborate with relevant industry and charity partner organisations
n Benefit from multi-million pound specialist laboratories and IT facilities in our Verena Holmes Building
HUMAN BIOLOGY
UCAS code: B100
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
PLANT SCIENCE
UCAS code: C200
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Strong emphasis is on applied and practical skills through a series of intensive lab weeks, within specialist facilities in our multi-million pound Verena Holmes Building
n Guest lectures by professionals in the scientific and healthcare industries
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n You’ll have opportunities to be involved in research as an intern, volunteer or through an industry focused research project
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
n You’ll benefit from specialist laboratories at our Canterbury Campus and Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park
UCAS code: C180
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Our degree places emphasis on developing your field and laboratory skills and will encourage you to interact and work with a range of employers
n You’ll have opportunities to get involved in research through the University’s Ecology Research Group
n This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills
SCIENCES
You could also consider:
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Our degree courses have been developed to provide you with a stimulating and challenging environment.
Psychology students, Verena Holmes BuildingINTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
UCAS code: L250
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
POLITICS
UCAS code: L290
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n We prioritise activities such as political role plays, policy brief writing and blogging
n Wherever possible, we involve partner practitioners from the political arena (journalists, diplomats, parliamentarians, civil servants, NGO workers and activists) in our teaching
n Lectures reflect current thinking, reinforced by our established Making Politics Matter series which attracts high-profile guest speakers
n We bring the outside world into our programme, with role-plays, study trips and interactive online learning
n Our Making Politics Matter series invites high-profile guest speakers, including politicians, to debate with our students and the general public
n You’ll be tested using a variety of forms of assessment, allowing you to play to your different strengths and to develop a range of academic and professional skills
UCAS code: See our website
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
POLITICS & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS PSYCHOLOGY
n Gain a historical understanding of our current political concerns, exploring the links between identity, conflict and models of governance
n We bring the outside world into our programme, with role-plays, study trips and interactive online learning, together with our Making Politics Matter series
n Strong emphasis on transferable skills with a focus on employability. You’ll gain skills including communication and influence, critical analysis and teamwork
UCAS code: C800
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) offering the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist
n One of only a few degrees across the country offering Psychology in combination with another subject, such as Early Childhood Studies (see p84) or Applied Criminology (see p62)
n Strong emphasis on transferable skills with a focus on employability
Available with a foundation year.
See page 42
North America Exchange. See page 21
Part-time options available
BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject BSc Single HonsSOCIOLOGY
UCAS code: L300
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
SOCIAL SCIENCES
BA/BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Studying Sociology is transformative: it changes your outlook and your understanding of the social world
n Our research internship scheme gives you the opportunity to be involved in research projects
n Our degree is designed to support career pathways with opportunities to volunteer and undertake placements
SPORT, EXERCISE & REHABILITATION SCIENCES
Whether you’re interested in sports therapy, coaching or physical education, this subject offers a diverse range of employment opportunities.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & SPORT
UCAS code: XC63
2 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements:
Employment based. Please see our website
n This course is hands-on and employment focused, enabling you to work while you study
n Access our multi-million pound Sports Centre and Polo Farm Sports Club, with its state-of-the-art facilities
n On successful completion of the course you’ll be able to progress on to the BA (Hons) Physical Education, Physical Activity & Sport, a one-year top-up degree
PHYSICAL EDUCATION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & SPORT
UCAS code: 0P1P
1 year full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: Relevant foundation degree and employment based. Please see our website
n If you have a relevant foundation degree, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to achieve a full BA Honours
n The course allows you to work while you study – attending formal study one day per week
n Access our multi-million pound Sports Centre and Polo Farm Sports Club with its state-of-the-art facilities
UCAS code: XC36
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Opportunity to work within our University consultancy unit SportsLab, helping athletes improve their performance
n 100% of our Physical Education and Sport & Exercise Science students were satisfied overall with their course (National Student Survey 2022)
n In Year 3 you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a setting of your choice
UCAS code: C813
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) offering the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist
n Opportunity to gain paid employment working for our University consultancy unit SportsLab, helping athletes improve their performance
n Benefit from specialist facilities in our new dedicated labs, including eye tracker technology, brain imaging equipment, reaction timers, gas analysis systems and 3D imaging
SPORT & EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
See our website for combined honours
UCAS codes
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Hons in combination with another subject
n CCCU is recognised by Sport England’s Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme allowing talented athletes to balance their studies alongside a sporting schedule
n Opportunity to work within our University consultancy unit SportsLab, helping athletes improve their performance
n Benefit from specialist facilities in our new dedicated labs, including eye tracker technology, brain imaging equipment, reaction timers, gas analysis systems and 3D imaging
SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE
UCAS code: C600
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Opportunity to work within our University consultancy unit SportsLab, helping athletes improve their performance
n Benefit from specialist facilities in our new dedicated labs, including 3D imaging, gas analysis systems and altitude chamber
n Sport scholarships available, offering a financial bursary, gym membership, personal training and mentoring
SPORT COACHING SCIENCE
UCAS code: 38BD
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Access our multi-million pound Sport Centre and Polo Farm Sports Club with its state-of-the-art facilities
n Benefit from specialist facilities in our new dedicated labs, including eye trackers technology, portable monitoring equipment and reaction timers
n Develop your communication and coaching skills while undertaking placement opportunities during Level 5 and Level 6 of your studies
SPORTS THERAPY & REHABILITATION
UCAS code: B103
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Opportunity to work within our University consultancy unit SportsLab, helping athletes improve their performance
n Access our multi-million pound Sports Centre and Polo Farm Sports Club with its state-of-the-art facilities
n Benefit from specialist facilities in our new dedicated labs, including eye tracker technology, brain imaging equipment, reaction timers and 3D imaging
SPORT, EXERCISE & REHABILITATION SCIENCES
BSc Single Hons
BSc Single Hons
You could also consider: Sport & Exercise Sciences foundation year 42
TEACHING, EDUCATION & CHILDHOOD
If you want to make a difference, then this subject area is perfect, and offers a variety of career paths in education and beyond.
CHILDHOOD
UCAS code: X321
X325 SEN pathway
2 years full-time
Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: Employment based. Please see our website
n This course has been specifically designed for those working on a paid or voluntary basis with children and young people
n You can apply to study the course either by ‘day’, with lectures and seminars taking place during normal teaching hours, or ‘twilight’ where teaching is delivered after 5pm
n We offer a Special Educational Needs route, enabling you to explore the issues relating to this area of practice in greater depth
UCAS code: X323
1 year full-time
Canterbury and Medway
Entry requirements: Relevant foundation degree and employment based. Please see our website
n The course is designed for those that have completed a relevant Foundation Degree, are working with children and young people aged 0-19 years, and wish to gain a full honours degree
n You can apply to study the course either by ‘day’, with lectures and seminars taking place during normal teaching hours, or ‘twilight’ where teaching is delivered after 5pm
n We offer a Special Educational Needs route, enabling you to explore the issues relating to this area of practice in greater depth
UCAS code: B940
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Gain a solid grounding in a broad range of helping approaches and techniques, so that you can build effective relationships with people in different settings
n Develop the skills and competences needed to work with others, often in challenging and difficult circumstances
n Our Volunteering Service offers you the opportunity to gain new skills, meet new people and prepare for life after your studies
UCAS code: X310
3 years full-time
Canterbury or Medway
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Tailor your studies to your own interests through optional modules, research and work-related practice
n Explore significant issues facing children today, such as digital technologies, children’s wellbeing and sustainability
n Gain practice-based experience, exploring the roles of professionals supporting children and their families
EDUCATION STUDIES
UCAS code: X301
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons or in combination with another subject
n Explore some big questions underpinning education through the lens of politics, psychology, sociology, history and philosophy
n Wide range of career options include training for teaching and caring professions, educational publishing and research
n Opportunities to view professional practice in the workplace through organised trips to educational settings, such as schools and community groups
MATHEMATICS WITH SECONDARY EDUCATION
UCAS code: G1X1
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level A-Level mathematics at grade B or equivalent
n This is the only joint course in the country offering BSc Mathematics with Secondary Education
BSc Single Hons leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF; OCR) on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice on your individual circumstances
PRIMARY EDUCATION
UCAS code: X122
X120 Mathematics
Specialism: see our website for additional maths entry requirements 3 years full-time Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
BA Single Hons with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
n CCCU was founded as a teaching college 60 years ago. You’ll be taking part in one of our flagship degrees
n 97% of our Primary Education (Upper Primary) students and 93% of our Primary Education (Lower Primary) students were in jobs or further study 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
n We provide an almost unparalleled range of learning opportunities for you in schools and in other educational settings
SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS & INCLUSION STUDIES
UCAS code: OHM1
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n A solid academic grounding, with an optional practice placement and employment-based activities
n 91% of our Special Educational Needs and Inclusion Studies students were in jobs or further study 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
n CCCU’s Volunteering Service offers you the chance to gain new skills, meet new people and prepare for life after your studies
TEACHING, EDUCATION &
BASingle Hons
You could also consider: Education foundation year 42
TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS
Whether you’re interested in planning and managing events or want to learn more about the expanding world of tourism, you’ll definitely find a degree suitable for you.
Canterbury city centreEVENTS MANAGEMENT
UCAS code: N820
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Current digital, sustainable, and experiential innovations in festivals, weddings and conferences make events management an exciting and varied subject
n As well as developing your marketing, entrepreneurial, creative and analytical skills, you will gain practical experience of pitching and staging Green Event on campus
n Take part in an international field trip in year one (included in your university fees)
INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
UCAS code: N823
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n In an industry worth over $570 billion worldwide and with one in every four jobs being in the hospitality sector, there is not a better time to study this exciting and fastmoving industry
n You will explore the contemporary issues in the sector and have opportunities to work with industry practitioners to develop the necessary skills to thrive in the business world
n Take part in an international field trip in year one (included in your university fees). You’ll also have the opportunity to study a modern language
UCAS code: N800
3 years full-time
Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n Academic lectures and seminars are supported by a wealth of industry speakers and site visits, plus you will further enhance your employability skills whilst working with local employers on a consultancy project
n Our Tourism and Event Research Hub has strong industry links and offers opportunities to collaborate in research, gain valuable work experience and undertake internships
n Take part in two international residential field trips (both included in your university fees). You’ll also have the opportunity to study a modern language
INTERNATIONAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subject BSc Single Hons or in combination with another subjectSee our website for combined honours
UCAS codes
3 years full-time Canterbury
Entry requirements: BBC at A-Level or BTEC DMM
n The global tourism and hospitality industry is part of the dynamic visitor economy which contributes one in every four jobs and 10% to the world’s GDP
n You will have opportunities of working with industry owners and practitioners on key projects set on real life scenarios. Knowledge applicable to hotels, resorts, attractions, travel operations and restaurants
n Take part in two international residential field trips (both included in your university fees)
HOW TO APPLY
FULL-TIME: For undergraduate full-time courses please apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
PART-TIME: Some courses in this guide offer a part-time route. Please apply directly through the course pages on our website.
THE PERSONAL STATEMENT
Try to include a wide-ranging description of yourself that includes:
n your study interests – what you enjoy about your current course(s)
n why you have chosen the subject(s) you are applying for
n work or other relevant experience you have. With teaching or health-related subjects, relevant experience in either a voluntary or paid capacity is highly recommended as part of your application
n any career ideas you have for the future, and how your chosen course will fit into this n interests outside school/college, tell us about them and how they’ve helped you.
THE REFERENCE
You will need to provide an academic reference and your school or college will write a reference for you. If you are not currently studying we may accept professional references.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All students must meet our general minimum entrance requirements before they register. These are published on our website at canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/applying/ entry-requirements
Please check individual course entries on our website for specific requirements, including whether specific subjects are required, GCSE requirements and offer grades.
DEGREES WITH A FOUNDATION YEAR
Most of our courses offer a foundation year for students who need extra support before they start their degree. This is for people who may not have studied the right subjects at Level 3, or for those who may not have the grades needed for entry onto the degree.
DIRECT ADMISSION TO YEAR 2 OR 3 (LEVEL 5 OR 6)
We will consider applicants for direct entry for most of our courses. Please apply through UCAS. We will need a copy of your relevant transcripts.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) OR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (RPEL)
You may be able to demonstrate learning which has occurred in the past by way of certification or experience.
You will need to provide appropriate documentation, including transcripts. This process may enable you to build directly onto your existing learning if you are choosing a course of study within the same discipline.
INTERVIEWS
Some courses require interviews. These include Professional Health Courses and Primary Education.
The University reserves the right to interview applicants for any subject where we feel this would benefit both the University and the applicant. Interviews may be remote or in person. For more information, visit: canterbury.ac.uk/interview
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE (DBS) AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH (OH) CLEARANCE
Courses with placements may require DBS and OH clearance if you are working with children and/or vulnerable adults. Details about these will be provided by Admissions when an offer is made.
For more information visit: canterbury.ac.uk/our-students/ug-new/ getting-ready/meeting-the-conditions-ofyour-offer
SELECTION AND ADMISSIONS POLICY
There is a University Selection and Admissions policy, copies of which can be obtained by writing to the Assistant Director (Admissions), Canterbury Christ Church University, North Holmes Road, Canterbury, Kent CT1 1QU or go to: canterbury.ac.uk/admissions-policy
COMPLAINTS
The University has policies and procedures in place for responding to applicants’ complaints about the way in which we handled their application. A copy of the policy and procedures relating to complaints can be obtained from the Assistant Director (Admissions) or go to: canterbury.ac.uk/student-tsandcs
FUNDING YOUR DEGREE
The Government offers loans to cover your tuition fees and assist with your living expenses while you are studying.
Tuition Fee Loans are available to most students who meet the relevant eligibility criteria for full-time and part-time higher education courses, except those who already have a higher education qualification. Your funding eligibility may also be affected if you have previously studied at a UK or overseas university. Students studying nursing, midwifery and most allied health professional (AHP) subjects as a second degree are also able to obtain student loans. Students in England on nursing, midwifery and most AHP undergraduate pre-registration courses will have access to the standard student support package of tuition fee loans and support for living costs. Further information regarding funding for Health students can be found on nhsbsa.nhs.uk the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) website.
MAINTENANCE LOAN
This is to help you with the day-to-day costs of going to university (a place to live, food, travel and course materials, for example). The amount you can borrow depends on where you live and study and your household income. You can apply for your Maintenance Loan when you apply for your Tuition Fee Loan.
For more information, please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/ funding-your-degree or gov.uk/get-undergraduate-student-loan
WORK WHILE YOU STUDY
You may wish to find employment to supplement your income and gain valuable work experience. Unitemps, our in house recruitment service offers part-time and vacation work, internships, placements and full-time work opportunities both within the University and with local businesses. For more details, visit: canterbury.ac.uk/unitempsstudying
ADVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
We have been welcoming international students to Canterbury Christ Church University for many years and there’s lots of information and advice on our website about what you may need to know before applying and the application process itself.
English language requirements vary by course and we may require you to take a Secure English Language Test (SELT).
For more information please check your country details on our website: canterbury.ac.uk/ study-here/international/find-your-country
OUR AGREEMENT WITH YOU
Once you have an unconditional firm place you are in an agreement with Canterbury Christ Church University in relation to an academic contract.
In accepting the offer of the place you are agreeing that you will either pay the published course fees and other additional costs or arrange for them to be paid by a sponsor or a lender such as the Student Loan Company.
You will have the opportunity to read the regulations that apply to you when you are offered a place and before you register. For further information, please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/student-tsandcs
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
Canterbury Christ Church University is committed to providing a fair environment in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
The University takes a proactive approach to promoting equality and is committed to a range of actions intended to create a welcoming and positive environment for all staff, students and stakeholders.
For full information, please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/about/equal-opportunities
INFORMATION FOR DISABLED STUDENTS
Whether you have a disability or want to learn more about the support that is available for disabled students, our advisers are able to help. The University endeavours to provide the maximum possible support to students, implementing reasonable adjustments following an assessment of the individual.
For more information, please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/disability-support
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Whether you’re feeling stressed, suffering from anxiety or you need help with a diagnosed mental health condition, we have a range of support available.
For further information, please visit: canterbury.ac.uk/student-mental-health
MEMBERSHIP OF THE STUDENTS’ UNION
As a student of the University you are able to become a member of the Students’ Union, although you can decide to opt out of membership if you want. You can change your mind at any time.
For more information, please visit: ccsu.co.uk
SUBJECT TO VALIDATION OR APPROVAL
Some of the courses in this prospectus may be in the process of development or review at the time of going to print. For the latest information on the status of your chosen course, please visit the relevant page on our online prospectus.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS COURSE GUIDE. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
The information in this guide was accurate at the time of printing in January 2023.
On occasion it may be necessary to change details relating to a particular course that commences from September 2024 onwards. Where there has been a material change to a course, we will draw this to the attention of applicants at the earliest opportunity.
Applicants should visit the University website for up-to-date information when considering applying to the University: canterbury.ac.uk