HE Prospectus 15-16 by City College Brighton and Hove

Higher education course guide 2016/17

CONTENTS Welcome.......................................................................3 Campus Facilities and Support Services...........4 How to Apply...............................................................6 Your Offer Explained.................................................7 Financial Assistance.................................................8 Where to Live...........................................................12 Explore our Courses...............................................18 Useful Contacts.......................................................45 2

Welcome We are delighted that you are considering coming to study on an Undergraduate programme at City College Brighton and Hove. All of our courses blend practical and academic learning designed to help you progress into work or further study. To prepare students for careers in their chosen fields, our teaching and learning is professionallyfocused through work placements, access to real employers, entry to national competitions and student-led events and projects. Our courses prepare students for employment via a variety of methods, including placements, industry-related teaching and assessment and personal and career planning. At the end of our courses, students will be supported to either graduate and find employment or progress to further degree programmes. Studying with us for an award is a collaborative process - a collaboration between you, your tutors and your peers. You will get strong encouragement to take full advantage of the opportunities available to you here, attend classes regularly and challenge yourself in your academic work. We will also encourage you to get involved with your programme of study by becoming a course representative, being an active member of our Student Forum and attending our Course and Higher Education Boards. We value our student voice and use your feedback to help drive the student experience. Highlights of your experience at City College will include: • smaller class sizes promoting greater contact time with tutors in a supportive learning environment • dedicated HE student space in which to work and socialise • lectures and tutorials with a highly-qualified professional teaching team • a central Brighton campus less than an hour from London • online access to course documents and study support through a virtual learning environment • an annual programme of guest speakers from industry • library and computing facilities • access to student services including welfare advice and additional learning support • cafés and coffee bar • hair and beauty salons • free gym • dedicated Brighton Students’ Union officers. I hope you will find this guide helpful when making your decision and I wish you every success for the future. Chris Hill Head of Higher Education 3

Campus Facilities and Services Location

Public Transport and Links to London

Without a doubt one of the reasons we know you’ll love studying with us is the fact our Central Campus is located right in the heart of Brighton’s world-famous North Laine area. This area is a hub of independent shops and eateries and is the first port of call for ‘in the know’ visitors.

Brighton is a relatively small and compact city which is easy to get across on foot. However, public transport is readily available should you need it, with a frequent, well organised 24-hour bus service, numerous taxi ranks and train links with direct and fast access to London. London by rail is an hour from Brighton and Gatwick Airport only half an hour away.

The central location of the College affords you the luxury of being within walking distance of all the city’s main amenities the award-winning city library is only five minutes walk away, the train station is visible from the College, and within ten minutes walk of the College you can be strolling on one of the most famous beach strips in the country.

Support and Facilities The College provides a range of services and facilities to help you succeed on your course. These include: • lectures and tutorials with our highly-

• c afés and coffee bar with wide range of

• a ccess to top-quality teaching resources,

• hair and beauty salons and a travel agency

qualified, professional teaching team rooms and studios

• online access to course documents,

resources and study support through the College’s virtual learning environment

• a n annual programme of guest speakers from industry

• library and computing facilities • access to the College’s student services,

reasonably-priced meals, snacks and drinks which are open to the public, offering exceptional value

• f ree minibus service between Central Campus and East Campus

• f ully-equipped gym, two full size all-weather pitches and an indoor sports hall on East Campus

• d edicated Brighton Students’ Union

including welfare advice and additional learning support

Officers.

Disability Support We believe that every student should have an equal opportunity to learn and use their abilities. The HE Disability Support team co-ordinates support for students who declare a disability, including learning difficulties. For information on this service please contact hesupport@ccb.ac.uk. Brighton Students’ Union All higher education students at City College are automatically members of Brighton Students’ Union (Brighton SU). The SU provides a wide range of services and support for over 22,000 students in the Brighton area and provides advice on student welfare, entertainment, activities and local campaigns. A dedicated member of the SU works with students at City College to ensure that you make the most of your time as a student. Full details on the services and activities provided by the SU can be found on www.brightonsu.com.

How to Apply Applications should be made through UCAS. If you are currently in school or college you will be able to submit an application to UCAS via the online application system, Apply. If you are not at school or college you will be able to apply online through the UCAS website (www.ucas.com). Applications should be submitted to UCAS between 1 September 2015 and 15 January 2016. Applications sent to UCAS after 15 January 2016 will still be considered depending on the availability of places. If you apply after the end of June you will automatically go into Clearing. It is possible to apply for up to five courses (choices) on your UCAS form. The fee for applying through UCAS is currently £23 for multiple choices or £12 for a single choice. If you apply after 30 June the application fee will be £23. Once UCAS has processed your application you will receive a Personal ID number. Along with your username and password you can use this to track the progress of your application via UCAS Track. If you have applied through UCAS and are not holding any offers, or you have changed your mind about the course you have applied for, you may find UCAS Extra useful. This service allows you to apply for courses with vacancies from the end of February until early July. City College’s institutional UCAS code is B76. In some cases we may be able to accept applications directly to the College. This service will not normally be available, however, until after 15 January 2016.

Your Offer Explained Your Offer Your formal offer will be sent to you by UCAS and will be displayed on UCAS Track. You should respond to your offer through UCAS, following the instructions they provide. When we make you an offer it will be one of the following: n unconditional offer, if you have • A already achieved the necessary conditions or qualifications for your chosen course.

• A conditional offer, if you have not yet completed your qualifications and/ or you are expected to gain additional experience. Conditional offers will mostly be made in tariff points and grades or just grades. • A changed offer, which could be either conditional or unconditional. This means that we have been unable to make you an offer on the course you applied for but that we can on a different course. Accepting Your Offer Once you receive decisions on all your choices UCAS will require you to choose one of your offers as your firm choice, one as your insurance choice, and decline all others. UCAS will set you a deadline in order to make your choice. It is important you keep an eye on this deadline as failure to adhere to it will mean your offers will be automatically declined by UCAS.

Deferred Entry If your point of entry (or start date) states 2017, then your offer is for deferred entry. This means that you must still satisfy the conditions of your offer by 31 August 2016 and if you are successful in meeting those conditions, or if your offer is unconditional, a place will be reserved for you to start your course in September 2017. You should apply for accommodation and funding during the academic year 2017-2018. If you change your mind and wish to join us in September 2016 instead, then please let us know immediately at he@ccb.ac.uk. Your Admission Your offer of admission to City College Brighton and Hove is based on the information you submitted as part of your UCAS application and any additional information we requested from you. If any of the information you have provided proves to be incorrect we reserve the right to review and possibly withdraw your offer of admission.

Meeting the Conditions All the conditions set out in your confirmation must be met by 31 August 2016. Our final decision will be sent to UCAS and displayed on UCAS Track.

Financial Assistance Financial Assistance for Undergraduate Courses at City College Tuition Fee Status Using the information on your UCAS application and any additional information you have provided us with, we will classify you as a UK/EU or an international student. This is your tuition fee status and determines the tuition fees you pay and your eligibility for student finance. The fees for 2016/17 are £7500 for a Home/EU student and £9000 for an International student. You can find out more about how fees are assessed by visiting the UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs) website http:// www.ukcisa.org.uk/International-Students/ Fees--finance/Home-or-Overseas-fees/ International Students If you have been classified as an international student, further advice on fees and funding will be provided directly to you by our International Team. They can be contacted at intapps@ccb.ac.uk. Government Student Funding If you are a UK or EU student studying at undergraduate level for the first time, you can apply for funding from the UK Government. Students Resident in England - 2016 entry From 1 September 2016, the student finance package will include a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan. You may have access to extra help in certain circumstances, for example, if you have children or if you have a disability.

If you are a UK resident, studying for an undergraduate degree for the first time, you should apply to the student finance body where you are normally resident when you first apply, to find out whether you qualify for government funding. • England or an EU country www.direct.gov.uk • Northern Ireland www.studentfinanceni.co.uk • Scotland www.saas.gov.uk • Wales www.studentfinancewales.co.uk Students Resident in the EU - 2016 entry If you are a (non-UK) EU student you should apply to the UK government via the Student Finance Services non-UK team to determine your eligibility for a tuition fee loan. If you are an EEA migrant worker who has been granted Home status you may be eligible to apply for the same maintenance loan as UK students. • Student Finance www.gov.uk/student-finance • How to apply www.gov.uk/apply-for-student-finance • Contact the Student Finance Services Non-UK team www.gov.uk/contact-student-financeengland

Other Financial Support City College Higher Education Bursary

Please make sure that you:

This bursary is for full-time first year undergraduate students who are normally resident in England or the EU and starting their studies in 2016. Students who satisfy the following criteria will be eligible to receive a cash bursary subject to terms and conditions:

• Apply for your student loans as soon as possible.

Household income £0-£25,000 £1000 cash in two instalments Household income £25,000-£42,600 £500 cash in two instalments Students entering their programme with an advanced apprenticeship or a Level 3 national vocational qualification £1000 cash in two instalments

All recipients of this bursary must have been assessed as being eligible to receive full funding from Student Finance England. You will not need to make an application to be considered for this bursary. We use the information you have provided to UCAS and Student Finance England to assess your eligibility.

• Apply for means-tested support and agree to Student Finance England sharing the information you (or your parent/guardian) provide about household income (we need this information to assess your eligibility and we can only see it if your permission has been given). • Contact Student Finance England if you are not sure whether you have given this permission. • EU students should complete an EU Higher Education bursary application form when you apply to Student Finance England. This will be used to assess your household income and eligibility for this bursary. We will generally email you in the autumn term of the year you start your course to confirm whether you will receive this bursary. City College Hardship Fund If you get into financial difficulty, or find yourself unable to cover costs while completing your course, you may be eligible for financial help from our Hardship Fund. Further information will be available to you from the HE Academic Office whilst you are studying.

Other Sources of Funding Widening Participation City College is committed to widening participation, ensuring that students from disadvantaged backgrounds can access higher education, get the support they need to succeed in their studies and progress to further study and highly skilled employment. To further this, there will be a number of strategies in place to support students with the following backgrounds: • Students coming from areas classified as having low participation rates in higher education. • Students in receipt of DSA or who may be academically challenged by periods of ill health. • Care leavers. Council Tax Certificates We can provide all full-time students with a Council Tax Certificate which may exempt you from paying local council taxes. Your local council will be able to tell you whether or not you can claim the exemption. The information above is accurate at the time of going to publication but may be subject to change during the academic year.

Where to Live Brighton and Hove is a vibrant and multicultural ‘city by the sea’. It boasts a relaxed, cosmopolitan air, buzzing nightlife and thriving culture. City College’s Central Campus on Pelham Street is located right in the heart of Brighton. Eating out, shopping, culture and of course one of the most famous beaches in the country are just a few minutes walk from our central campus. Brighton is considered to be one of the most dynamic and exciting cities in the country and with good reason. We have international festivals, major theatres, four cinemas, Championship football and County cricket, a city marathon, beach life and an unrivalled relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere. There are also areas of tranquillity including city centre parks, the grounds surrounding the Pavilion and the famous beach. Brighton is also a popular university city and, as such, demand for student accommodation is unsurprisingly high. It is therefore vital that you do not leave your accommodation search to the last minute. City College Brighton and Hove does not have halls of residence which means you will be looking to rent in the private sector. This guide aims to point you in the right direction and help you on your way to finding a place that suits your needs.

Living at Home If you are local to the area you may wish to continue living at home. If you choose this option, don’t worry, you won’t be the only one. Around one third of our students studying an undergraduate degree live at home. If you choose this option you’re likely to save money. You can still join in all the campus events and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to make new friends and experience student life to the full. Please note: The services listed in the following sections have not been visited or vetted in any way by City College Brighton and Hove and you should therefore use them at your own risk. Make sure you are fully aware of Terms and Conditions before entering into any agreements. There is no requirement for letting agents to be registered with a regulatory body. However, registration with professional bodies such as the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) or the National Approved Lettings Scheme (NALS) is something to look out for.

Independent Accommodation Adviser City College applicants can access the services of Jackie Phillips, an independent accommodation adviser, who has a wealth of experience and knowledge in finding properties for students in the Brighton area. Jackie charges a one-off admin fee which includes finding suitable accommodation and helping with any problems, should they arise, during your tenancy. Jackie deals with both private landlords and letting agents who keep properties specifically for the educational institutions she supports. She can provide you with information on accommodation in the local area including flat and house shares, bedsits and, occasionally, host family accommodation. She is also well placed to link together people who are looking for shared accommodation.

Find out more about the services Jackie offers by contacting her directly on 01273 493409 or email her jke.phillips@btinternet. com. Please bear in mind that Jackie is likely to be very busy towards the start of term so the earlier you can secure her services, the better. If you do not wish to use this service and prefer to be more independent then the following information gives you a good alternative selection of other ways to find your perfect accommodation.

Where to Live (continued...) Private Halls of Residence

Things to think about

There are two in Brighton, both within easy walking distance of the main City College campus.

• Register for free property alerts straight to your email or your phone. Use the ‘listed in the last 24 hours’ option on the search screen. This will show you the newest properties so you don’t waste time looking at properties that have already gone.

‘Abacus House’, Prodigy Living www.prodigy-living.co.uk/abacus-house ‘Sawmills’, CRM Students www.crm-students.com/crmaccommodation/brighton/sawmills/ Property Websites Locally available accommodation can be found on these websites.

www.accommodationforstudents.com www.studenthousesonline.com www.padsforstudents.co.uk www.uk.easyroommate.com/south-east/ east-sussex/brighton-and-hove-flatshare www.theargus.co.uk/property www.fish4lettings.co.uk www.findaproperty.com www.latesthomes.co.uk www.ineedaplace.co.uk www.rightmove.co.uk www.zoopla.co.uk www.friday-ad.co.uk

• Always exercise caution, particularly if using a site such as Gumtree. Never send any personal ID info or money online before seeing a property and meeting the landlord/agent - be aware of scams involving transfer services like Western Union. • Rightmove, in particular, has a separate student section and also contains useful guides on aspects such as deposits and tenancy contracts. • Make a good impression on your landlord/ agent by dressing smartly and turning up on time - this could stand you in good stead if there is competition for a particular property.

House Shares Facebook can be a good way to find people who are starting University at the same time as you. As a starting point, send a request to join the ‘CCB Freshers 2016’ group. You can use this facility to post information about yourself, the type of housing you are looking for and also any rooms that you or others may know of which are available for rent. Also use this group as a way of getting to know your new fellow students. You can also find a number of existing house shares in Brighton where you can potentially join an already established group of people. You can see what’s available here: www.accommodationforstudents.com www.spareroom.co.uk Things to think about • How many people? The more people sharing a property, the cheaper the bills. However, this could also mean more disagreements, noise and competition for the best rooms! • Friends and relationships. Are your potential housemates in couples? This could affect how people expect to pay bills and share house resources. What if a housemate allows a friend to stay on the sofa - how will this go down? • Cleanliness. If you’re very tidy, how will you get on sharing a property with someone who is completely the opposite? • Bills. Think about how bills will be split, particularly for basics. Eg. Will you have a communal jar for things like cleaning products and toilet rolls?

Where to Live (continued...) Letting Agents There are several agencies in Brighton specialising in student accommodation. Be aware that there is no requirement for letting agents to be registered with a regulatory body. However, registration with professional bodies such as the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) or the National Approved Lettings Scheme (NALS) is something to look out for. A simple search on the internet will provide you with details of all available letting agents. Things to think about • When entering into a rental agreement you will be entering into a legally binding agreement, so it’s worth taking your time and carefully considering your options. • You may be asked to put down a holding deposit to secure the accommodation - don’t do this until you know for sure what the conditions are for getting your money back should you need to. • Don’t sign anything until you are confident all your finances are in place and you can afford any upfront charges as well as your monthly rent and bills. • If you are asked to pay a holding deposit then ensure that this is offset against the balance of your damage deposit or deducted from the rent. • Ask as many questions are you can think of about the property and the tenancy, eg. If bills are included.

• The cheapest agent isn’t necessarily the most professional so a good idea is to check online for reviews of their service. Try www.whichpad.com which has reviews from students of the agents they’ve rented through which could be helpful. Bear in mind, however, that if people have a good service they will post a review much less often than if they feel they have had a bad service. Be objective when using reviews as sometimes someone may have had unrealistic expectations that could not be met. • Make a good impression on your landlord/agent by dressing smartly and turning up on time - this could stand you in good stead if there is competition for a particular property. • You can get a tenancy agreement checked by an informed person such as an advisor from the Citizens Advice Bureau. Think twice about signing about anything that needs to be done there and then. • Above all, use your common sense if it’s too good to be true, it most probably is. Temporary Accommodation There are many hotels and hostels offering cheap rooms in the Brighton/Hove area. Visit www.visitbrighton.com/accommodation for suggestions or for a full list of hostels in the city, please phone the VisitBrighton call centre on 01273 290337 or email visitor.info@visitbrighton.com

Determining Your Budget Don’t underestimate what it’s going to cost you.

www.studentcalculator.org is a budgeting calculator and will help you work out what you can afford as well as providing you with case studies. As a guide, average costs in Brighton during 2015 were as follows: Average cost of private accommodation

Average weekly cost

Average annual cost

£95 - 100

£4,940 - £5,200

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£165

£8,580

Contents insurance

£1.50

£78

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£205.50 - £275.50

£5,618 - £9,258

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Gas, electricity, television licence, water TOTAL Average extra weekly costs Food, domestic items and toiletries Books and equipment

£20–40 £5

Phone £5–£10 Laundry £5 Clothing £10 Entertainment £10–£50 TOTAL £55–£120 Remember, these figures are likely to be higher for 2016.

Arts Management Foundation Degree 18

Arts Management Foundation Degree Course Code: N200 Duration: 2 years This is an innovative and exciting new course that reflects the diverse and dynamic arts community in Brighton and the South East of England, providing you with the skills and knowledge to gain employment in entry level arts management and administration positions and to take an entrepreneurial approach to initiating and managing arts and cultural projects. This is the only Arts Management FdA course in the South of England and provides practical placement opportunities in arts management in Brighton and surrounding areas. It has been developed in consultation with arts professionals to meet the need of entry level employment in the arts. Course content Modules taught will include:

Assessment Students are assessed through practical demonstration of the design and management of arts projects, application of management theory in practical context, case studies, critical journals and research projects and essays. UCAS tariff Minimum of 160 UCAS points. Tuition fees Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

• Project management • Marketing and business planning • Accounting • Ethics and cultural diversity • Events management • Culture in context • Arts funding, politics and education.

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Just under 1,600 of the 8,600 businesses in Brighton and Hove are part of the creative economy.

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Course Code: C110 Duration: 2 years This course delves into the fascinating area of living organisms, from the molecular level up, including human biology, immunology, genetics, microbiology and biochemistry. You’ll be involved in practical lab sessions and in-depth research projects, and will also develop valuable presentation and teamwork skills. After the foundation degree, you’ll be well placed to work in a range of laboratory and science roles or progress to BSc programmes in biological or biomedical science at the University of Brighton.

Assessment A wide range of assessment strategies are used in order to support all students. These will include end of year examinations and coursework that includes the following: short essays, presentations, practical reports, short answer questions, research based project, work placement. UCAS tariff Minimum of 120 UCAS points.

Course content

Tuition fees

Modules taught will include:

Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

• Microbiology • Biochemistry • Cell Biology & Genetics • Human Physiology • Protein Technology • Integrated Physiology of Human Systems.

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The small class sizes really helped because you were able to get to know the lecturer really well – it felt almost like having a private tutor.” Natascia Ingino Biological Science Foundation Degree

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Business Foundation Degree 22

Business Foundation Degree Course Code: N102 Duration: 2 years Whether you’re a student fresh from school or college, have some business experience and want to develop your understanding of business theory, or are an entrepreneur wanting to know how to build a successful business, then this course is for you. The course covers key aspects of business from understanding organisation structure and culture and managing people, to finance and starting a small business. With modules on marketing, accounting and law, you’ll get the skills you need to improve your employment prospects.

Assessment Students are assessed through a mix of methods including, group work, presentations, case studies, essays and exams. UCAS tariff Minimum of 160 UCAS points. Tuition fees Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

Course content Modules taught will include: • Understanding Organisations • Marketing • Personal Development Planning • Business Law • Human Resource Management • Leadership and Performance Management.

DID YOU KNOW?

In a report from the Centre for Cities, Brighton ranked third for having the highest business start-up rates out of all UK cities.

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Creative Music Production Foundation Degree 24

Creative Music Production Foundation Degree Course Code: W302 Duration: 2 years This course allows you to explore and develop your personal creative practice in the field of music production. From the outset you will gain practical experience of production techniques, work with professionals from the music industry and develop a deep understanding of the subject area. The type of music recorded or produced can take any form or genre and you will learn to manage the process of developing musical ideas in the studio with musicians. You will also be working towards a broader understanding of the current music industry and how you can identify your role in the field. Course content Modules taught will include: • Computer Music Production

Assessment Assessments take place at the end of each module or unit of study. Forms of assessment include practical recordings, assignments in the workplace, research and written projects. UCAS tariff Minimum of 160 UCAS points. Tuition fees Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

• Experimental Sound • Sound Studio Techniques • Work-related creative practice • Music and Sound for Moving Image • Professional Practice.

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The most useful things I learnt on the course were the use of sequencers and synthesisers. I’m now head of Loopmasters’ sub label Patchworx which deals in selling patches and presets for soft synths.” Gareth Halsall Creative Music Production Foundation Degree

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Creative Music Production BA (Hons) Top-up Course Code: 4R76 Duration: 1 year This innovative, exciting and stimulating course combines creative academic study with an invaluable insight into the music industry. It enables students who have a foundation degree or higher national programme in music to top-up their qualification to an honours degree. Our students go on to work as producers, sound artists, audio programmers, studio engineers and performers, or progress to MA programmes in sound art, sonic art or digital media. The course content helps you to refine existing academic and creative skills as well as providing scope for development of innovative approaches to music production. Course content Modules taught will include: • Integrated Practice

Assessment Assessments take place at the end of each module. Forms of assessment include practical performances and workshops, assignments in the workplace, research and written projects. UCAS tariff Completion of an appropriate Foundation Degree or equivalent. Tuition fees Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

• Philosophies and Theories of Music • Dissertation • Individual Project.

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Learning music production skills at City College is brilliant because you’re right in the heart of town.” Finn Bowden Creative Music Production BA (Hons) Top-up

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Event & Tourism Management Foundation Degree

Event & Tourism Management Foundation Degree Course Code: 7L88 Duration: 2 years This course has been designed to give you a thorough grounding in the event and tourism industry, and has a strong vocational emphasis. You’ll gain essential knowledge of the skills required to run successful event and tourism operations in a challenging but very rewarding sector. Successful completion of this course will prepare you for work within the event and tourism sectors, management roles or progression to related BA programmes.

Assessment Assessment will be varied and provide opportunities for development of analytical and presentation skills via essays, presentations, role-plays and debates. Individual and group projects provide graduated developmental opportunities for independent study. In some subjects, examinations will be used to assess the acquisition of knowledge. UCAS tariff

Course content

Minimum of 120 UCAS points.

Modules taught will include: • Relationship Management

Tuition fees

• Creative Business Planning • Digital & Social Media Marketing • Managing People • Sustainable Tourism • Event Sponsorship & Fundraising.

DID YOU KNOW?

Student feedback on higher education courses at City College indicates that the quality of assessment, feedback and academic support is well above national average.

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Course Code: D600 Duration: 2 years If you’re a dedicated ‘foodie’ wanting to pursue an exciting career in culinary arts, this course is ideal. You may already be working in the sector and looking to enhance your skills, prospects or business - if so, this programme will provide you with expertise, a recognised qualification and the opportunity to enter gastronomically innovative organisations. The course enables practical application of theoretical skills in food and culinary arts and there are also opportunities for collaborative working with other courses.

Course content

Tuition fees

Modules taught will include: • Food and Food Service Environments • Food, Diet and Nutrition • Principles and Practices of Research • Contemporary Gastronomy • Food, Science and Technology

• Enterprise Project Planning

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It was a fantastic experience and I thoroughly enjoyed the academic challenges. City College is a happy and friendly environment.” Tina Horvath Food & Culinary Arts Foundation Degree

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Food & Culinary Arts BA (Hons) Top-up Course Code: 32X8 Duration: 1 year This course enables food and culinary arts professionals to advance their careers in the food production, food retail and food service related enterprise sectors. The course is work-based and your existing abilities will be enhanced by applying your newfound knowledge and skills in both classroom and working environments. The course also supports you to become adaptable to the changing demands of commercial, industrial and professional life by encouraging you to develop a wide range of personal and transferable skills such as self-reliance, interpersonal communication and research methods. Course content Modules taught will include:

Assessment A wide range of assessment strategies are used in order to support all students. These include coursework and practical projects, dissertation and case studies. UCAS tariff Completion of an appropriate Foundation Degree or equivalent. Tuition fees Most students will be eligible for a loan from Student Finance England to cover fee costs, so most students are not expected to pay tuition fees upfront. The tuition fee for 2016/17 will be £7500 per year. Tuition fees for international students: £9000.

• Contemporary Issues in Food • Culinary Arts and Hospitality • Food Production and Service Systems • Resources Management • Food, Society and Culture.

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There are excellent career opportunities in the local catering industry -Brighton has the highest number of restaurants per capita in the whole of the UK.

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Hospitality & Event Management Foundation Degree

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Course Code: N820 Duration: 2 years This course has been designed to give you a thorough grounding in the hospitality and events industry and has a strong vocational emphasis that incorporates current industry developments. Lecturers utilise their close links with industry, inviting guest speakers and organising student visits. Assessments are based on industry scenarios and case studies, while practical sessions are held in the College’s training restaurant, The Gallery.

Course content

Minimum of 120 UCAS points.

Modules taught will include: • Relationship Management

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• Creative Business Planning

• Digital & Social Media Marketing • Managing People • Food & Nutrition • Pubs & Clubs Management.

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Through my City College work placement, I have been offered a full-time supervisor role at a hotel which I’m going into straight after my course.” Megan Matthews Hospitality & Event Management Foundation Degree

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Hospitality & Tourism Management Foundation Degree

Hospitality & Tourism Management Foundation Degree Course Code: 7H84 Duration: 2 years This course has been designed to give you a thorough grounding in the hospitality and tourism industries and has a strong vocational emphasis. You’ll learn how to apply management theory in practical placements and have collaborative working opportunities with other courses and events. The course also provides preparation for entry level management positions in the service sector. Course content

Assessment Assessment will be varied and provide opportunities for development of analytical and presentation skills via essays, presentations, role-plays and debates. Individual and group projects provide graduated developmental opportunities for independent study. In some subjects examinations will be used to assess the acquisition of knowledge. UCAS tariff

Modules taught will include:

Minimum of 120 UCAS points.

• People & Organisations • Relationship Management

Tuition fees

• Digital & Social Media Marketing

• Managing People • Sustainable Tourism • Food & Nutrition.

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Brighton & Hove attracts over 8.5 million visitors a year and tourism contributes an estimated £780 million to the local economy. Source: VisitBrighton

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Photography Foundation Degree 38

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Course Code: W641 Duration: 2 years Assessment

This practical course develops the skills you need for a successful career in professional photography. The programme is tailored to commercial advertising and editorial work, but also covers many essential photographic and transferable skills. You’ll be equipped with skills to pursue a career as a freelance photographer with sound business and marketing awareness, or as a photographic assistant, web designer or digital re-toucher.

Students are assessed through practical demonstration of the design and management of photographic projects, technical development in lighting, web development and digital imagery and written essays which demonstrate critical engagement in photographic practices.

Course content

Minimum of 160 UCAS points.

Modules taught will include:

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• Digital Imaging

• Studio Lighting • Context and Methodology.

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There’s a great creative atmosphere in the College’s photography department with exactly the kind of resources that will help students to learn their craft.” Brian Griffin Award winning photographer

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Travel & Tourism Management Foundation Degree

Travel & Tourism Management Foundation Degree Course Code: N800 Duration: 2 years This course recognises the growing importance and role of the travel industry. It’s aimed at students who have the motivation, attitude and drive to develop a career in travel and tourism management. You will acquire an understanding of the concepts and demands of the industry and its customers and successful graduates from this programme are highly employable in the sector. Our courses provide a sound practical and theoretical foundation for management careers in the hotel, event and tourism industries throughout the UK and abroad, or enable you to be well-placed to progress to a related BA programme.

Course content Modules taught will include: • People & Organisations • Relationship Management • Digital & Social Media Marketing • Managing People

• Sustainable Tourism • Niche Tourism.

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Student feedback on higher education courses at City College indicates that the quality of assessment, feedback and academic support is well above national average.

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Visual Arts Practice BA (hons) Top-up 42

Visual Arts Practice BA (Hons) Top-up Course Code: OG93 Duration: 2 years This innovative honours degree top-up is aimed at graduates from foundation degrees in visual arts and photography. It is also open to students from outside the College who have completed a foundation degree or HND in a relevant subject. Students’ creative practice is at the heart of the experience, and studio-based teaching and studying promotes collaborative work. Graduates are well-informed and able to contribute to a wide range of visual and creative careers and entrepreneurial activities.

Assessment Students are assessed through the production of artefacts and texts, research projects, dissertation and proposals which aim to consolidate creative practices, academic rigour and entrepreneurial capability. UCAS tariff Completion of an appropriate Foundation Degree or equivalent. Tuition fees

Course content

Modules taught will include: • Practice-based Project • Cultural and Critical Studies • Technical Development • Creative Enterprise.

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What I’ve enjoyed most about being at City College is the quality of the resources and the staff who are always there to talk to and support your work.” Dylan Scalet Visual Arts Practice BA (Hons) Top-up

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Useful Contacts Undergraduate Admissions Higher Education Academic Office Central Campus 01273 667719 (direct) or he@ccb.ac.uk Course Advisors Student Centre Central Campus 01273 667759 (direct) or courseadvice@ccb.ac.uk International Student Enquiries International Office Central Campus 0044 (0) 273 667752 (direct) or intapps@ccb.ac.uk Disabilities Support HE Disability Support Co-ordinator Central Campus 01273 667788 ext 593 or hesupport@ccb.ac.uk Curriculum Leaders Creative Arts Central Campus 01273 667788 ext 453 or db2@ccb.ac.uk Business, Science and Service Industries Central Campus 01273 667775 or lcs@ccb.ac.uk Head of Higher Education Central Campus 01273 667788 ext 472 or cjh@ccb.ac.uk

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Disclaimer The information in this guide is correct at the time of publication, but it does not form any part of a contract between City College Brighton and Hove (CCBH) and the student. CCBH does not hold itself liable for any actions taken as a result of the information given in this course guide. Courses may be subject to occasional changes. CCBH maintains the right to close any class which is not viable. Any fees shown are a guide only and are subject to change.