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STUDENT GUIDE & DIARY
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Student Guide & Diary 2021/22
CONTENTS Welcome
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College Services
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Vision and Mission
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Use of College Car Parks
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Why Southern Regional College
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Examinations
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Top 5 Reasons why SRC is for you
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International Opportunities
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Corporate Governance
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ICT Facilities
50
College and Student Awards
12
Give us your Feedback
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All You Need to Know
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Student Charter
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Campus Information
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College Rules for Students
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Student Services & Marketing
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Formal Disciplinary Procedure
62
Support for Carers
18
College Policies
65
Help and Support Pathway
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Student Health and Safety
66
Who’s Who on Campus
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ApprenticeshipsNI
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Student Finance
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Lifelong Learning & Community
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Careers – Information Guidance
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Education
& Advice Student Activities
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College Connect
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Learning Support
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Learning Resources
40
Safeguarding
42
Care Leavers/Care Experienced
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Support Criminal Convictions Disclosure
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Student Counselling
44
Data Protection
44
Attendance Statement
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Useful Contacts
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Academic Calendar
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WELCOME Mr Brian Doran Principal & Chief Executive
Transforming lives through meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences
Welcome to Southern Regional College. I am delighted that you have chosen to study at SRC, a leading college of Further and Higher Education in Northern Ireland. With over 4,500 full-time students and a further 12,000 students studying on a part-time basis, the College provides an extensive portfolio of courses from entry level through to degree level. Although we are a large college, we strive to ensure that your individual needs and aspirations are met through a supportive and caring environment. As we continue to navigate our way through the Covid-19 pandemic, I want to reassure you that we have taken considerable steps to ensure the continued safety of students coming on campus including enhanced hygiene measures, use of PPE and all other protocols in line with Public Health Agency guidelines. I am hopeful that these steps combined with the roll out of the vaccination programme and introduction of lateral flow testing will enable the College to return to normal face to face delivery from September. Our College teams will work with all students to ensure that we are in a position to alter our delivery models should the need arise during the academic year. The College is an exciting and friendly place to study and socialise. You will have access to first class facilities and, equally important, to a range of student support services that will make your transition from school to college as
smooth and productive as possible, ensuring that you know where to seek help and advice. Our Student Services team will also help you with any problems or concerns you may have and our careers guidance staff are always on hand to guide you on progression routes into employment or further study. I am particularly pleased that we will be introducing the new Traineeship and Advanced Tech awards for the first time in September. These are new and innovative full-time programmes of learning aimed at school leavers and are designed in conjunction with business and industry to prepare students for employment or for progression to further study. This guide is designed to meet the needs of our full-time students including those following apprenticeship training but a great deal more information is available on the College website www.src.ac.uk and on our virtual learning environment, Moodle. However, please remember that if you cannot find the answer to a problem or query please do not hesitate to ask a member of staff for advice. We will always be happy to help you. I hope you find your time at the College enjoyable and rewarding and that you fully embrace the opportunities and experiences that are now available to you. On behalf of the Governing Body and staff, I wish you every success during your time with us.
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OUR VISION
“To be the provider of first choice for professional and technical education and training in the region – prized by individuals and employers.”
OUR MISSION
“To positively transform lives through meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences.”
OUR CORE VALUES 1. 2. 3.
Putting The Learner First Working Together To Achieve More Striving for Excellence
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WHY SOUTHERN REGIONAL COLLEGE Invested over £100million in our new state-of-the-art campuses
Extremely competitive higher education fees - £2,500 per year compared with up to £9,000 per year at university STEM Assured Status ensures our STEM provision is innovative, wideranging and relevant to the needs of local business and industry Highly experienced and skilled staff across a broad range of subject areas
97% of our Higher Education Final Year students from last year are either employed or have progressed to another HE course
Whether you need welfare support or information, advice and guidance, we have experienced teams to help support you every step of the way – We are Matrix accredited for our excellence in advice and guidance services.
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TOP 5 REASONS FOR CHOOSING US
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Award Winning College
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Teaching And Learning
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Raising Expectations
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Investing In Our Staff And Students
Excellent results at all levels, from Level 1 to higher education courses and in both academic and applied subjects. Students and staff have been highly successful in local, national and international competitions.
Friendly And Welcoming
A genuine community where every individual is cared for and supported to success.
Dynamic, engaging lessons delivered by enthusiastic staff, passionate about their subjects and their students. Teachers provide extensive academic, pastoral and extracurricular activities to ensure students fulfil their potential and achieve their goals.
A College environment that seeks to prepare students for the next stage in their careers by fostering their maturity, encouraging independent learning skills and seeking to develop their entire personality.
We have made a significant investment in building new stateof-the-art facilities at Armagh and Banbridge. This represents a really positive contribution for the region and will provide a legacy for future generations of students.
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SUMMARY OF THE COLLEGE’S STRUCTURE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Governing Body
The College’s Governing Body is comprised of members appointed by the Minister for the Economy, members nominated by staff and students of the College, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and people co-opted by the Governing Body. The role of the Chairman of the Governing Body is separate from the role of the Chief Executive. The Governing Body is responsible for the ongoing strategic direction of the College whilst the Executive Officers are responsible for the operational management of the College. The Governing Body approves all major developments and receives regular reports on the activities of the College. The Governing Body meets at least six times over the course of the academic year and has a number of committees.
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee is responsible for ensuring that the internal control systems, including audit activities, of the College are monitored actively, independently and objectively. It provides a channel of communication from the College’s auditors, which is not controlled by College management. It also must promote and ensure high standards of propriety, accountability and financial management within the College. The Committee meets at least four times per year to discuss reports from the external and internal auditors and the relevant responses. It also receives and considers reports from the Department for the Economy and the Northern Ireland Audit Office. It reviews the College’s annual financial statements to ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards. Whilst Executive Officers and other officials attend meetings of the Audit Committee as necessary, they are not members of the Committee. The Committee can meet with auditors on their own for independent discussions.
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Finance and General Purposes Committee
The Finance and General Purposes Committee inter alia supervises all matters relating to the finance and accounts of the College and the receipt of its income and expenditure. The main business of the Finance and General Purposes Committee is to monitor, determine and advise the Governing Body on the College’s solvency, matters relating to estimates, budgets and presentation of accounts of the College, and other matters as the Governing Body may from time to time remit to it. The Committee normally meets on at least four occasions during the academic year.
Staffing Committee
The main business of the Staffing Committee is to ensure that the appropriate procedures are in place in relation to the recruitment, appointment, promotion, professional development and grading of all staff, other than senior management. The Committee normally meets on at least three occasions during the academic year.
Education Committee
The Education Committee is authorised by the Governing Body to oversee the curricular provision of the College, especially the nature, quality and performance of the provision and the extent to which it meets the needs of the community the College seeks to serve. The Committee normally meets on at least four occasions during the academic year. Full minutes of Governing Body meetings are available from the Secretary to the Governing Body or on the College website. The Secretary to the Governing Body maintains a register of financial and personal interests for the Governing Body members and this is also available for inspection.
Members Of The Governing Body Mr Andrew Saunders
Chairperson of the Governing Body
Mr Brian Doran
Accounting Officer and Chief Executive
Mrs Teresa Campbell
Chairperson - Finance and General Purposes Committee
Mr Gordon Gough
Chairperson - Education Committee
Mr John Nugent
Chairperson – Audit Committee & Vice Chair
Mr Scott Alexander
Chairperson – Staffing Committee
Mrs Nicola Wilson
Governor
Mr Arder Carson
Governor
Mr Aidan McCormick
Governor
Prof Gregory O’Hare
Governor
Mr Tom Redmond
Governor
Dr Eileen Stewart
Governor
Mrs Judith Thompson
Governor
Mr Kieran Swail
Staff Governor
Mr Matthew Turner
Staff Governor
Louisa Goss
Student Governor 2021-2022 Academic year
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FACTS & FIGURES
600 94% 93% graduands at our Virtual HE Graduation in December 2020
of SRC students were satisfied with the range of resources in our libraries
of students feel their tutors encourage them to produce high standards of work
92% 94% 90%
of student feel they are developing skills to help them get a job in the future
pass rate at A-Level overall in 2020-21
of students would recommend their course to a friend
89% 96% 98%
part-time Higher Education achievement rate
full-time Higher Education achievement rate
full time Further Education achievement rate
89% 92% 700
part-time Further Education achievement rate
learner satisfaction rating following a recent independent survey
learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities supported through additional learning support over the past year
The best in the sector! SRC has invested £100 million in new state-of-the-art campuses
Outstanding Pastoral Care and Student Services
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2021 COLLEGE AND STUDENT AWARDS
Dylan Wins Trainee Tile Fixer of the Year Dylan Calvert, a Level 3 apprentice at SRC was named Trainee Tile Fixer of the Year at the The Tile Association (TTA) Awards. Dylan, from Tandragee, works for Johnny Elliot at Orchard Tiles in Portadown and is currently completing the Level 3 Wall and Floor Tiling apprenticeship programme at the Southern Regional College Greenbank Campus. TTA is the trade association for wall and floor tiling in the UK and to win one of these awards is a mark of excellence and skill within the industry. Upon receiving his award, Dylan said; “I started my trade in Year 11 in the School Partnership Programme and this experience really helped me confirm that this was my career pathway. It is unbelievable how far I have come and what I have achieved with the training and support I receive at Southern Regional College. I now have the opportunity to go to the Skills Olympics as part of WorldSkills UK and compete in my skill area.” Dylan will now add this award to his already bulging trophy cabinet as he has also recently won Gold at the national finals of the SkillBuild competition, progressing to the WorldSkills UK training squad for WorldSkills 2021 which are due to be held in Shanghai.
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SRC Students Excel in Project-Based Learning and are awarded Best in Sector! Despite lockdown, SRC students continued to excel in their studies and had the opportunity to present their innovative ideas at the Further Education Sector Project Based Learning Skills Competition. The competition provides all further education students from across the FE colleges in Northern Ireland, the opportunity to pitch their ideas, within set categories, to a panel of experts. This competition celebrates the excellence and diversity of project-based learning across all curriculum areas and showcases the creativity and innovation among FE students. SRC was delighted to learn that the College’s Christmas Panto ‘Beauty and The Beast’ was announced the winner of the Social Impact Award as well as Overall Winners across the sector! The College’s Gaming students project, ‘Herd on the Hill’ was also awarded runners up in the Innovation category! The SRC panto was an all-inclusive example of project-based learning at its finest, using the skills and ideas of students from performing arts, music, media, hairdressing, beauty therapy, joinery and art and design to deliver a virtual panto extravaganza to thousands of school pupils from over 500 primary, secondary and special schools across Northern Ireland!
Centre of Excellence Status Established for SRC Southern Regional College is delighted to be designated a TTA (The Tile Association) Centre of Excellence. The College’s tiling courses are particularly well-regarded and students have notched up considerable achievements, including competing in the World Skills UK national finals, under the enthusiastic guidance of Paul Doran, lecturer at the College, who is also the WorldSkills UK Training Manager for Wall and Floor Tiling. “TTA is delighted to welcome SRC as a TTA Centre of Excellence,” says David Rowley, Chairman of the TTA Training Committee. “The College provides a great resource for trainee and apprentice tillers looking for training. I would like to congratulate the College, and I’m sure the accolade of being a TTA Centre of Excellence will strengthen their offer to the community, enabling students in Northern Ireland to access the most suitable training available.” Speaking about the award, Brian Doran, Principal & Chief Executive at Southern Regional College said: “Southern Regional College is delighted to be awarded TTA Centre of Excellence status. As the largest provider of construction apprenticeships in the local area, it is critical to meet labour market demand and provide opportunities for young people to progress into the range of jobs available in the tiling industry. This award recognises the high quality of training in floor and wall tiling and we look forward to our continued association with the Association”.
Christian Celebrates Success at the Highly Prestigious Annual Northern Ireland Colleges Media Awards Christian Sloan, a Level 3 Art and Design student from SRC Newry Campus, won top prize in the Animation Category at the prestigious annual Northern Ireland Colleges Media Awards (NICMAs). Supported by the Department for the Economy, these awards are now a focal point for celebrating excellence in creative media production across the Further and Higher Education sector in Northern Ireland. Industry judges reviewed over 200 entries from all six colleges before choosing winners in Moving Image Fiction, Moving Image Factual, Animation, Photography and Music Video Production. The judges were Mal McCann, Irish News; Eavan King, British Film Institute; Vinny Cunningham, Northland Broadcast; and Fionnuala Deane, Dog Ears Animation Company. Speaking about the competition, Fionnuala Deane said: “We saw some really excellent entries across all categories. Having been involved with the competition from the start I can say that every year the work is getting stronger and more diverse. This is a brilliant showcase of the talent which exists in media in Northern Ireland across many platforms from Animation to Factual. Congratulations to all who took part. For those who didn’t win this time, keep trying and for those who did, I know we will be hearing much more of you in the future.”
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW! Surviving Your First Week •
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Plan your journey. If you are using public transport, make sure you are familiar with the transport timetable. Please ensure you are following the recommended and most recent guidelines e.g. mandatory wearing for face masks on buses. The first few weeks can be quite tiring; try to get yourself into a routine and don’t forget to set your alarm clock. Come to College prepared. Bring with you your books, pens, folders and notebooks, safety equipment/vocational uniform. Your first few weeks at College are all about helping you to make friends and to settle into life at the College. You will take part in lots of fun activities that will help you to achieve this. Make sure you know who your Personal/ Course Tutor is and how to contact her/ him. Make sure you study your personal timetable and know your start time and where you should be for your first session. If you need help, please ask a member of staff. Contact Campus Services at the main office if you need assistance or further information.
Your Attendance at College
Please take note of these important points: • Attendance and punctuality at classes are compulsory. • The College has a minimum attendance requirement of 90%. All absences must be accounted for! • Absences are deemed unauthorised unless proven otherwise. It is your responsibility as a student to provide a valid reason as to why an absence should be authorised. All authorised absences from a course of study must be approved by the Personal Tutor prior to the absence occurring e.g. hospital appointment or driving test. If the absence cannot be foreseen and is unavoidable you should complete an Authorised Absence Form and forward to your Personal Tutor for approval.
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If you are absent for more than five consecutive days due to a medical reason, a Doctor’s Certificate will be required. If you are absent from College, you must inform the College by contacting your course tutor by email or your Faculty Admin. Faculty Admin email as follows; HESC – facultyHESC@src.ac.uk BUTE – facultyBUTE@src.ac.uk CDAC – facultyCDAC@src.ac.uk PRSE – facultyPRSE@src.ac.uk If you are absent for four consecutive weeks without formal notification, it will be assumed that you have withdrawn from the College. Remember - to progress and achieve on your course, you must attend. A good attendance record can make all the difference when applying for jobs or going on to university.
Changing Your Contact Details
You should notify your tutor and Campus Services at the main office if you change your address, telephone numbers, name etc. You can also update your personal details by logging into the student portal section on the College intranet. It is very important we have accurate details for you, to make sure that important things like letters and exam certificates reach you.
What Happens If...
You do not feel well enough to come to College Contact your Personal/Course tutor by email as soon as possible to let them know you won’t be in. You lose your timetable Speak with a member of staff from your course team and they will provide you with another one. You arrive late Go to your class immediately and explain why you are late. Please note if you are in receipt of EMA, lateness may affect your payments.
You are lost Go to the main reception and Campus Services staff will be able to help you. You forget to bring a packed lunch Do not worry; we have a student restaurant and snack bar on each campus that provide hot and cold food and vending machines. You do not like the course you are on Tell your Personal Tutor immediately and they will talk you through other opportunities that are available. We also have Careers Advisors across the College who you can talk to about other course or employment options. You need help or guidance If you are having any kind of difficulty, let us know at the earliest opportunity. Even if your problem is personal and you do not wish to discuss the details, you should still let us know: your privacy will be respected. Keep staff informed about your situation, especially during periods of absence. This will enable staff to review any special periods or arrangements that have been made for you and make any changes necessary.
Personal Tutor
You will have a designated Personal Tutor, who will advise you on a variety of issues and provide general information and advice about possible career paths as well as monitoring and encouraging academic progress. Your Personal Tutor will also be able to refer you to other areas within the College such as Student Financial Support, Learning Support, Counselling and Careers. You will also have regular progress reviews throughout the year identifying aptitude, attendance and assessed work and agreeing actions for the future. Your Personal Tutor will guide you through a comprehensive induction and how to complete your electronic Individual Learning Plan (eILP).
Communication
through social media as inappropriate use is not acceptable. The College’s Communication Policy is available at https://www.src.ac.uk/the-college/ policies. Phone Calls can be made to the College on 0300 123 1223 – please state your course title, campus and the name of yourPersonal Tutor when calling the College. Email All information and enquiries from students should be emailed to their Personal Tutor. If a student is absent this must be reported by email to their Personal Tutor on the first day of absence. All students will be issued with an SRC email account while studying at SRC – this is the only account that will be used by the College to communicate with students once they have enrolled. Please ensure you log on to your account on a daily basis to ensure you receive important information e.g. exam results etc.
Individual Learner Plan (ILP)
Full-time and substantial part-time further education students will be required to maintain an up-to-date electronic ‘Individual Learner Plan’ (e-ILP). This is a formal learning agreement between you and the College. You will have the opportunity to review and evaluate progress with your tutor on a one-to-one basis during regular meetings. Please ensure that you complete and update your ILP on a regular basis as this is an essential record of your learning activities, learning support review and career pathway.
Personal Belongings
The College does not accept responsibility for damage to or theft of personal belongings, including lecture notes. You should take precautions to ensure the safety of such belongings, especially in the periods leading up to examinations.
All students will be given clear guidance at induction on how to communicate with College staff and services. Any student requiring further information or guidance on communications should contact their Personal Tutor. Please take particular care when communicating
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CAMPUS INFORMATION
Portadown Armagh
Lurgan Banbridge
Newry
Kilkeel
Armagh Campus
Lurgan Campus
Banbridge Campus
Portadown Campus
Kilkeel Campus
Newry Campuses
7 Lonsdale Road Armagh County Armagh BT61 7JX T 0300 123 1223
Castlewellan Road Banbridge County Down BT32 4AY T 0300 123 1223
Greencastle Street Kilkeel County Down BT34 4BH T 0300 123 1223
Kitchen Hill Lurgan County Armagh BT66 6AZ T 0300 123 1223
36 Lurgan Road Portadown County Armagh BT63 5BL T 0300 123 1223
East/West Patrick Street Newry County Down BT35 8DN T 0300 123 1223
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Greenbank Greenbank Industrial Estate Ballinacraig Newry County Down BT34 2QX T 0300 123 1223 Model Catherine Street Newry County Down BT35 6JG T 0300 123 1223
srcchat www.src.ac.uk SouthernRegionalCollege @southernregionalcollege
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STUDENT SERVICES & MARKETING Lorraine McKeown
Assistant Director Student Services & Marketing Our Student Services and Marketing team has received the Matrix accreditation, meaning that we provide the highest standard of information, advice and guidance. Whether you need welfare support or information, advice and guidance, we have experienced teams to help support you every step of the way. We can help you before you arrive at Southern Regional College and throughout your course. Check out our website www.src.ac.uk for help with all aspects of College life. Student Services are a key part of the College, offering help and guidance to students on a wide range of issues including: • • • • • • • • •
Financial support – including grants and benefits Careers advice and guidance Transport arrangements Admissions and enrolments Learning Resource services Safeguarding and pastoral services (including counselling and welfare) Learning Support services Student Activities Health and Wellbeing
Our friendly and approachable staff are here to help and support you!
SUPPORT FOR YOUNG CARERS AND YOUNG ADULT CARERS SRC believes that young carers have the right to participate in learning and to have access to information, support and guidance they need to have fair access to their learning and College life. Some students provide care for a family member with a chronic illness or disability, mental health condition (including substance misuse) connected with a need for care, the person receiving care is often a parent but can be a sibling, grandparent, partner, own child or other relative. If you are a Young Carer please either speak to your Personal Tutor or refer to the ‘Support’ section of the SRC website for further guidance.
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WHO’S WHO ON CAMPUS Campus Services Team
Raymond Mallon
Campus Services Manager E: mallonr@src.ac.uk
Newry Campus
Armagh Campus
Lorna Carnegie
Michelle O’Callaghan
Campus Services Co-ordinator E: carnegiel@src.ac.uk
Campus Services Co-ordinator E: ocallaghanm@src.ac.uk
Portadown Campus
Banbridge & Lurgan Campuses
Cate McCourt
Campus Services Co-ordinator E: mccourtc@src.ac.uk
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Emma Kavanagh
Campus Services Co-ordinator E: kavanaghe@src.ac.uk
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STUDENT FINANCE
Finance Team
If you are concerned or having difficulties with financial matters during your course or if you require further information, please contact: Armagh Campus
Newry Campus
Banbridge Campus
Portadown Campus
Michelle O’Callaghan Campus Services Co-ordinator T: 028 3025 9674 M: 075 87770 223 E: ocallaghanm@src.ac.uk
Emma Kavanagh Campus Services Co-ordinator T: 028 3751 2814 M: 077 6716 7127 E: kavanaghe@src.ac.uk
Lorna Carnegie Campus Services Co-ordinator T: 028 3025 9601 M: 077 6716 7131 E: carnegiel@src.ac.uk
Cate McCourt Campus Services Co-ordinator T: 028 3839 7805 M: 077 6716 7121 E: mccourtc@src.ac.uk
Lurgan Campus
Emma Kavanagh Campus Services Co-ordinator T: 028 3751 2814 M: 077 6716 7127 E: kavanaghe@src.ac.uk You may contact our student finance team via relevant email above, Tel 0300 123 1223 or visit https://www.src.ac.uk/support/financial-assistance for further information.
Further Education Full-Time Fees: There are NO fees for home* students studying full-time Further Education courses. *Where reference is made to Home students this means a student resident in the UK for 3 or more years.
Closing date for these applications is 1st September 2021.
Transport
Transport assistance (bus/train/car) will be provided to home students* if their home is more than 3 miles from the College. You must be under 19 years of age on 1st July 2021.
School Meals Support
If you were born after 31st July 2003 and your parents are receiving Income support or Income-base Job Seekers Allowance you may be entitled to free school meals. If you received free school meals at your previous school, you should complete a transfer form which will be issued by the Education Authority.
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EMA - Educational Maintenance Allowances
You may be entitled to EMA if you are aged 16-19 years old on 1st July 2021. See www.nidirect.gov.uk or phone 0845 601 7646.
What is EMA? This is a weekly allowance, paid fortnightly, direct to the student’s bank account for up to three years (based on student attendance, recorded on a daily basis, and performance). It is a means-tested weekly allowance of £30 based on the household income. This allowance DOES NOT have an impact on any other benefits. There are two performance-based bonus payments of £100 each on a two-year programme which are normally paid in January and June. You must have your own current bank account for your EMA to be paid into. If you are absent from class, you must submit an EMA absence request form available through the College IT System (MOODLE) or from to the Campus Services Office on your campus. Applying for EMA You must be studying a full-time Further Education Programme. You must apply before the 30th September 2021 to be paid from the start of the academic year but applications will be considered after this date. Closing date for all applications is 31st March 2022. Any fraud detected in the EMA system will result in disciplinary action and the amount of fraudulent EMA awarded deducted from future payments or bonus. For further information contact the EMA Officer at Campus Services.
Further Education Grant
Home students over 19 years on 1st July 2021 can apply for a Further Education Grant. Students may receive a maintenance allowance of up to £2,092 and childcare allowance. This is means tested on household income. Students should apply to the Further Education Grant Section, Education Authority – Western Region, 1 Hospital Road, Omagh or www.eani.org. uk. The closing date for applications is 30th September 2021.
Care-to-Learn
Childcare support is available for students at least 16 years old but under the age of 20 by the start date of their course, undertaking a fulltime or part-time course in Further Education. You may receive assistance with childcare costs, up to £165 per week per child and travel expenses to and from the childcare premises.
Students with Dependants
Home students over 19 years on 1st July 2021 may be entitled to a childcare allowance if the child is being looked after by a registered childminder. This is applied for through the EA FE Grants Section in Omagh. If you have problems with course related finance contact Campus Services.
Monitoring Attendance You will be able to view your attendance record via the College IT system. It is recommended that you check your attendance record at the end of each week for any non-marking or anomalies in the marking of your attendance record/register. This will ensure that you do not miss out on any EMA payments or other student finance payments. Further information will be available on the College IT system and at your student induction and campus registration day.
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Further Education PartTime Students may be entitled to a concession fee for part-time accredited courses if they are in receipt of any of the following and produce evidence at enrolment: • • • • • • •
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Universal Credit (within the qualifying threshold); Guaranteed Pension Credit; Housing Benefit (Rates Rebate) or Rate Relief; Income Based Jobseekers Allowance (Copy of SSA letter of current entitlement to benefit); Income Support Allowance (Copy of SSA letter of current entitlement to benefit); Income Related Employment and Support Allowance (Copy of SSA letter of current entitlement to benefit); Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit: only where total income is confirmed in evidence as being below the qualifying threshold £16,190 (Copy of NHS Exemption Certificate or Tax Credit Award Notice Form TC602); Universal Credit (within the qualifying threshold) Full-time students (proof required-student ID/letter from school); Republic of Ireland means tested benefit; The concession fee will be 50% of full tuition fees (minimum fee £30). Any exam or material fees must be paid in addition to the concession fee at enrolment.
Further Education Grant
This applies to courses totalling 8 hours or more per week or a full time equivalent i.e. Access Courses, Private Secretary’s, NVQ Beauty, Hairdressing, Catering Childcare, and CACHE. • Students must be over 19 years by 1st July; • Fees will be means tested - based on household income over £25,000; • Grant of £265 for course related costs (this grant is means tested); • Students must be progressing (i.e. studying a course at a higher level to what they have
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already achieved). Closing date for applications is 30th September 2021.
EU Students - Fees only
A Part-Time Further Education Application form should be completed. Closing date of 30th September 2021. Applications must be fully completed and necessary documents attached before they will be accepted. Students who have not received their FE Grant notification by time of enrolment must pay full fees due. If students are in receipt of benefits they pay the concessionary fee and these fees will be refunded at a later date on receipt of the FE Award notification.
Hardship Fund
All students over 18 or turning 18 in the academic year experiencing financial hardship may apply to the Hardship Fund for financial assistance for course related costs i.e. tuition fees, examination and registrations fees. The Hardship Fund is means tested. Students studying a part-time course of 8 hours or more must initially apply for an FE Award.
Higher Education Full-Time Fees
All students applying for or already in higher education should apply online www. studentfinanceni.co.uk to determine the level of maintenance grant, maintenance loan and tuition fee loan available to them. All Higher Education full-time students must apply through their local Education Authority. Students from the Republic of Ireland can also apply to the Education Authority – Southern Region for a Tuition Fee Loan and to their local VEC for a maintenance allowance.
Tuition Fee Loan
The Tuition Fee Loan is available to Home and EU students and is not means tested. This is paid directly to the College by the Student Loans Company.
Maintenance Grants
This is a means tested non-repayable allowance. The amount payable will vary depending on the level of household income. Students with household incomes of £19,203 or less (including single, independent students) could receive the full £3,475 Maintenance Grant.
Maintenance Loans
The Student Loan is to help with your living costs. The amount of loan varies as follows: • Max £6,780 per annum if living away from home and studying in London, • Max £4,840 if living away from home and studying outside London • Max £3,750 per annum living at home. Loans are reduced if a Maintenance Grant is payable. Students can apply online https://www.studentfinanceni.co.uk/types-offinance/undergraduate/full-time/
HE Bursary
Students receiving a full Maintenance Grant (household income below £19,203) may be eligible to receive a bursary of £250. Care Experienced and students from ROI may also be eligible to apply for this bursary. In order to apply for this bursary, students can make an application alongside their student loan maintenance application to SLC.
Hardship Fund
Students may apply to the Hardship Fund for a ‘temporary loan’ until they receive their core loan from the Student Loans Company. Students who are in financial hardship and have exhausted all other sources of finance can apply to the Hardship Fund for living costs including travel.
Students with Dependants
Grants for Disabled Students
Students with disabilities who are applying for a Higher Education course and require additional support will need to apply to their local Education Authority (EA) office for Disabled Students Allowance (DSA). DSA funds the additional support required for students who have a diagnosed learning difficulty and/ or disability and who are studying on a Higher Education course. It is important that this application is made as early as possible and preferably in advance of commencing their course. The application is made by the HE student directly to their local EA in advance of commencing their course. Please refer to the following website to get guidance on how to apply for DSA and begin this application process as soon as possible: https://www. studentfinanceni.co.uk/types-of-finance/ postgraduate/northern-ireland-student/extrahelp/disabled-students-allowances/what-arethey/#main To access more information about applying for learning support for your Higher Education course please visit: https://www.src.ac.uk/ support/learning-support
Examination Support Arrangements It is very important to inform your Learning Support Co-ordinator if you need any examination support. If you have been permitted exam support arrangements such as extra time or a reader in your previous school/ educational setting, a new application must be made to the Awarding Body by Southern Regional College.
Learning Support Officers will also be able to offer advice and guidance. Contact the Learning Support Officer on your campus - contact details can be found on the SRC website.
Extra help includes: • Parents’ Learning Allowance of up to £1,538 per year • Childcare Grant of up to £148.75 per week for one child and £255.00 per week for two or more children • Adult Dependants’ Grant of up to £2,695 per year
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Higher Education Part-Time Higher Education Finance
Students can apply online https://www. studentfinanceni.co.uk/types-of-finance/ undergraduate/full-time/
Students may receive a Tuition Fee Grant of up to £1,230 depending on how intensive the course is and a course grant of up to £265 towards books, travel expenses and other course costs. The award level you will get will depend on your income as a single / married student. Your parental/guardian household income is not assessed as a PT HE student for student finance. EU students may only get a fees allowance.
Part-time Student Academic Year 2021/2022 Thresholds Part-time Student’s household income in academic year 2021/2022.
Household income How much you get is also affected by your income and/or your partner’s income. As household income increases, the Tuition Fee Grant will be reduced followed by the Course Grant.
Students can also apply for a loan for their tuition fees up to £3022.50. The loan is repayable but not means tested. Students can apply to the loan for full fees, or use the loan as a top up from their tuition fee grant award.
Tuition Fee Grant Household Income
50% - 59% course intensity
60% - 74% intensity
75% or more course intensity
£16,843 or below
£820
£985
£1230
£16,843 - £25,420
Between £50 - £770
Between £50 - £935
Between £50 - £1180
£25,420 or more
No grant, income too high
Course Grant Household Income
Course Grant
£16,842 or below
£265
£16,843 - £25,420
£265
£25,421 - £26,029
£265
£26,030 - £28,066
£265 minus £1 for every £9.47 of your remaining income over £26,030
£28,067
£50
£28, 068 or more
No grant, income too high
The “Household Income” figures assume you are single with no children. When each of the following apply, these figures will increase by: • £2,000, when a partner is counted; • £2,000, where a child dependent is included; and • £1,000, for each additional child dependent.
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For example, if you have two dependent children then all of the “Household income” thresholds would increase by £3,000. Therefore, the maximum Fee Grant and Course Grant would be payable if you earned on or under £19,842.
Funding for EU Residents (includes ROI students) Students studying full-time higher education courses such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, NVQ level 4 courses and degrees may apply for a tuition fee loan/grant through the EU Customer Services Team in Darlington and through SUSI. Please see information below detailing the different types of grant/loans available:
Maintenance Grant
A Maintenance Grant is available for Republic of Ireland (ROI) students who are studying higher education courses. New students should apply through SUSI via www.studentfinance.ie, and continuing students should apply through their local VEC. The amount you get depends on your household income, as well as other factors. Unfortunately, there is no Maintenance Grant for ROI students who are studying further education courses, but students may be able to apply for a Back to Education Allowance - see details below.
Back to Education Allowance
Students studying both further education and higher education courses from the Republic of Ireland may be eligible to apply for the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA), which allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further and higher education. The BTEA allows qualifying persons to return to full-time education in approved courses whilst continuing to receive income support. Access the link below to find out more information regarding BTEA and your entitlement: http://www.studentfinance.ie/mp7237/back-toeducation-allowance/index.html
Tuition Fee Loan
EU students studying full-time higher education courses such as HNDs, foundation degrees, NVQ level 4 courses and degrees may apply for a Tuition Fee Loan through the EU Customer Services Team in Darlington. You can receive up to £2,500 to cover the cost of your tuition fees only. You should complete the EU13 form which can be downloaded from: www.studentfinanceni.co.uk
Partnership Grants
Dundalk Employment Partnership operates a limited system of grant aid to support disadvantaged residents from the Dundalk urban area, in continuing or returning to education. Not all partnerships have such funds and eligibility requirements and amounts vary. http://homepage.tinet.ie/~tep/Dundalk.html For more information, contact your local partnership: Dundalk T: 042 933 0288 Drogheda T: 041 984 2088 Monaghan T: 042 974 9500
ROI Fund for Students with Disabilities
Funding may be available from the HEA to help towards course-related equipment, travel or subsistence for those students who have a verifiable disability. Go to http://www.hea.ie/ for further information.
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Other Sources Of Support Social Security Benefits
Family Action
Part-time students in receipt of benefits can receive help with childcare, travel and books through grants without affecting benefits. This has been confirmed by the Social Security Agency (Jobs and Benefits Section). For additional information, you can contact your local advice centre for further information.
The Royal Ulster Constabulary Benevolent Fund
Although most full-time students are not entitled to social security benefits, certain students in vulnerable groups, including single parents and disabled students, may be eligible for social security benefits including Housing Benefits. If you want to pursue a full-time course of education, you should ask your local benefits office how this may affect your benefits.
Army FE Bursary
This Bursary pays students £1,000 per year whilst studying at a FE college and also offers a full-time job with the army once you complete your basic training. For more information, Tel: 0845 600 8080.
St Vincent de Paul
Funding is available to students to help towards materials, childcare, transport and registration fees for applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds. For more information, visit https://www.svp.ie/What-We-Do/Educationgrants.aspx
Helena Kennedy Foundation
Awards are made primarily to disadvantaged students who have overcome significant barriers in order to continue with their education at university level. Applicants will be nominated by the College. Application forms are available to download from the website: www.hkf.org.uk or Tel: 020 8223 2027.
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Family Action is able to provide lone parents on a lone income with financial support through the Barclaycard Horizons Education Fund. Grants are available up to a maximum of £200. If the student needs significantly more than this, for childcare or fees for example, they will need to be able to show that they have obtained most of the amount from other sources before applying. Visit: http://newsroom.barclays.com/r/2021/ national_programme_offering_educational_ grants_for_lone
This is for members and ex-members of the Royal Ulster Constabulary and their dependents. Support is available to schoolchildren, college students and undergraduates towards fees, travel, books and equipment. Applications in writing must be submitted via a regional representative. Contact: Royal Ulster Constabulary Benevolent Fund, Police Federation Northern Ireland (PFNI), T: 028 9076 4215.
All Ireland Scholarships (JP McManus)
These scholarships are awarded to the top 25 performing students in NI who are progressing to university level courses. Students should have been previously in receipt of EMA. https://www.allirelandscholarships.com/
International Student Award (British Council) This award is available to international students studying in the UK. Students are required to write about their experiences studying in the UK. The lucky winner will receive £2,000 and runner up prizes are also available. For further information, visit: http://siem.britishcouncil.org/
GAA Bursary Scheme
GAA are giving bursaries of £700 to students who are members of a GAA club and are studying higher education in a sports related area. For information contact: Ulster Council GAA, 8 -10 Market Street, Armagh BT61 7BX or visit: https:// www.gaa.ie
Thomas Devlin Fund – Performing Arts Bursaries
The Thomas Devlin Fund offers bursaries of up to £1500 to young people between the age of 15 and 19 in order to pursue a career or study in the area of performing arts. Contact The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland, Community House, Citylink Business Park, Albert Street, Belfast, BT12 4HQ Tel: +44 (0) 28 90245927 or visit: https://www. communityfoundationni.org/thomas-devlinbursaries
Banking
Banks appreciate the value of student accounts. Every August/September there is huge competition by banks to gain your business by offering promotional deals. It is advisable to shop around and make sure you get the best deal.
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CAREERS INFORMATION, ADVICE AND GUIDANCE Welcome to our Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance service. What follows is an outline which describes the careers education, information, advice and guidance services, which all prospective, full-time and part-time students may expect at Southern Regional College. Careers advice, information and guidance are an essential part of your learning programme. It enables you to make decisions about your learning, training and work opportunities to assist you in making informed career choices.
What we offer our students
Careers Advice • Drop-in sessions – 10 minute meeting with a careers adviser, available daily, on a firstcome, first-served basis; • Pre-booked individual appointment with a careers adviser for more detailed discussion about career plans; • Telephone or email contact with a careers adviser. Careers Information • General career information; • Guides to job seeking; • Employer information and directories; • Information on progression routes.
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Careers Education A range of careers education activities including seminars, workshops and briefings on aspects of career choice, development of employability skills and career progression opportunities. We aim to: • Deliver impartial, informed and accurate help from trained and qualified staff; • Provide a supportive, friendly, nondiscriminatory and respectful service for users; • Help students become more employable – to be more self-aware, self-confident and more able to achieve success in the labour market; • Provide an accessible service.
Getting the information you want
A range of careers resources/careers information is available in the Student Services Centre and College Library. This includes prospectuses, higher education guides and access to on-line databases and career related web-sites on higher education, employability and progression opportunities.
How to contact us
The Careers Service has offices in Armagh, Banbridge, Lurgan, Newry and Portadown Campuses. These are located in the Student Services Centre and are open daily from 8.45am to 5pm. We offer a ‘drop-in’ enquiry service to all students. However, appointments can be arranged for guidance sessions during opening hours or if you are a part-time student, evening appointments can be arranged. Alternatively, you can contact an advisor by telephone or e-mail;
Armagh Campus
Frank McCourt 7 Lonsdale Road Armagh County Armagh BT61 7JX
T: 028 3751 2808 M: 077 6075 0691 E: mccourtf@src.ac.uk
To be appointed
Portadown Campus (Main Building - Ground Floor) Lurgan Campus Student Services Centre – 2nd Floor Banbridge Campus Main Building – Ground Floor T: 028 3751 2808
Newry Campus West Campus 2nd Floor Learning Resource Centre
Laura McNally T: 028 3751 2808 M: 077 6075 0685 E: mcnallyl@src.ac.uk
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES Participating in student activities within the College is a fantastic way to mix with other students, improve your confidence, improve your employability skills and is fun at the same time. You will discover many social, cultural and sporting activities to integrate with your academic studies.
If you would like more information on the Student Activities programme and how you can get involved, then please contact:
Student Activities at Southern Regional College exists to enhance and support the student experience. Student Activities is supported by the Student Engagement Coordinator and five Student Intern Engagement Officers.
Student Activities aims to: • • • • • •
• • •
Organise student activities such as Freshers’ Week and Charity Events Support the development of student clubs and societies Develop the Students’ Union Coordinate enterprise activities with the interns across the sites Provide health information, advice, and support to students on a range of issues Deliver tutorials in class on topics such as health and wellbeing, employability, time management, internet safety, enterprise, cultural diversity, and volunteering Organise interactive workshops and seminars with external organisations and guest speakers on various topics. Develop a range of new activities to enhance your student experience Facilitate the Student Council through class reps. and focus groups
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Jason Brennan
Student Engagement Co-ordinator Armagh Campus 7 Lonsdale Road Armagh County Armagh BT61 7JX E: brennanj@src.ac.uk T: 0300 123 1223 M: 077 6075 0692 Or the Student Engagement Officer on your campus https://www.src.ac.uk/health-andwellbeing-hub/student-activities Student Engagement Officers are based on five campuses; Armagh, Banbridge, Lurgan, Newry and Portadown and their role includes: • Developing entrepreneurial skills • Teamwork • Teambuilding • Delivering workshops/tutorials in class • Running activities on each campus • Health promotion • Class Rep. liaison • Working with students to develop new activities • Facilitating in the running of the Students’ Union
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Working alongside the health clinic to ensure students’ health needs are met
Get Involved
There are lots of ways to get involved, have fun, meet new people and build your skills! Each year a programme of activities and events are developed with the input of the Students’ Union. Activities for students include:
Events • •
Freshers’ Fayre Charity Fundraising
Tutorials Seminars Health Clinics
Guest Speakers Information Stalls Signposting to Business start up Cross Campus Seminars
Students’ Union • •
Student Constitution/Union
Class Reps Focus Groups
To view Student Health and Wellbeing Policy log onto the College website.
Freshers’ Fayre
The Annual Freshers’ Fayre is all about having fun and meeting your fellow students. You will find out about the calendar of events, community action projects, charity fundraising events and sign up for any of our clubs and societies. The student experience encompasses much more than studying – you will discover many social, cultural and sporting activities to integrate with the academic aspects of student life. Details of when and where are available on the College website.
Class Representatives
Students elected to Class Representatives and Student Union Officer positions will be invited to attend the Campus Student Council meetings. These meetings will be held three times per year on each campus. The purpose of these meetings is to provide the Student Body with an opportunity to update the management team on the student experience and opportunities for improvement.
At these meetings, you will have an opportunity to discuss issues related directly to your course of study and curriculum and are facilitated by Course Co-ordinators and Personal Tutors. You will also have the opportunity to influence the future of Southern Regional College and aid in the amendments of facilities (where possible) or any other issues, through your input during meetings.
Enterprise • • • •
Student Council
Staff/Student Consultative Meetings
Health Promotion • • •
the College as well as attending Staff Student Consultative Meetings and wider Student Council meetings.
Each class will have the opportunity to elect class representatives at the beginning of each academic year. As a Class Representative, you will be invited to attend training for your role within the College and learn how you can effectively represent the views of your peers in
The Students’ Union exists to further your interests and facilitate the representation of your views. Southern Regional College is governed by a Board of Governors and the Students’ Union of the College may elect one Governor to the Governing Body. The Students’ Union is structured to ensure maximum participation across the College in line with the revised Students’ Union Constitution. A Student Council, consisting of elected class representatives, is established on each campus. Elected representatives from the Student Council (office bearers) are appointed on each campus. The Students’ Union consists of five Student Councils. Each Campus Student Council consists of elected Class Representatives from which office bearers are elected to six positions:1. Campus President 2. Cultural Diversity Officer 3. Disability and Equality Officer 4. Events and Activities Officer 5. HE Officer 6. LGBTQ+ Officer
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The President of Students’ Union will be elected from the student body and will act as the Student Governor (subject to Departmental approval). A Vice President will be elected from the four post holders on each campus. The annual Students’ Union AGM is used to bring together the full Students’ Union each year to review the operation and effectiveness of the union.
Sports Teams
The College provides direct support to the Students’ Union and its Student Councils through the Student Engagement Co-ordinator and Student Interns. Student Council office bearers will work directly with the Student Engagement team to: • Organise events • Inform future programmes and plans • Consult on Campus Issues • Represent the Student Body as appropriate
Fundraising Activities
All Students’ Union activities and events will be organised through the Student Engagement Team at Southern Regional College and will be indemnified by the College.
Students’ Union Elections
The election for vacant officer positions, in the 2021/2022 academic year, will take place in October 2021. Details will be circulated through the tutorial system, plasma screens and notice boards. If you are enthusiastic and enterprising, please give it a go! The College will give you training and support. Check out the website for further information or contact the Student Engagement Intern on your campus.
CV Enhancement
Being in the Students’ Union or being a Class Rep. will boost your CV and is something employers will be keen to see. As well as this, students also get the chance to be put through extra training which can be added to their CV. For example, students this year took part in Mental Health First Aid training and will receive a certificate upon completion.
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Getting involved in a team is a fantastic way to mix with other students, giving you confidence, and improving your employability skills whilst having fun at the same time. Some of the teams include rugby, soccer, football, netball, camogie and volleyball. If you have an idea for a new activity or event, please contact the Student Engagement team - all ideas are welcome!
Students at the College are very passionate about fundraising and have gone to great lengths to raise money for many worthwhile causes. Some of the charities we have supported this year have included PIPS, Northern Ireland Air Ambulance, Action Mental Health, AutismNI and the Southern Area Hospice. We have also worked to raise money for organisations that have worked with us and supported us as a College, such as PIPS.
Health and Wellbeing Activities
The College promotes healthy living by providing health education information on health and wellbeing activities to students. Health and Wellbeing Activities include: • Health Clinics at our Lurgan, Portadown and Newry Campuses • Smoking Cessation/Eating Disorders Clinics • Inspire Students - a free Counselling Service (Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year) • Health and Wellbeing Tutorials • Health Awareness Seminars • Promotion of National Health Campaigns https://www.src.ac.uk/support/health-andwellbeing-hub
Environmental Awareness
At the College, we encourage you to become actively involved in activities which will enhance our campus environment. In previous years, the College has celebrated its annual Eco-Week, where green issues were highlighted through workshops, stands, visits and competitions.
Exhibitions and Shows
A series of creative shows and exhibitions take place on all campuses to celebrate the success and achievements of our students as they showcase their work from a range of disciplines including art and design, media, music, drama and visual arts.
Visits
Throughout the year a number of visits are planned for our students, ranging from educational day trips or exchange visits. For further information, check out the Student Activities section of the College website Student Activities (src.ac.uk) or contact:
Jason Brennan Student Engagement Co-ordinator Armagh Campus 7 Lonsdale Road Armagh County Armagh BT61 7JX E: brennanj@src.ac.uk T: 0300 123 1223 M: 077 6075 0692 or the Student Engagement Officer on your Campus.
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COLLEGE CONNECT Course Location
Newry and Lurgan Campuses Duration
One year full-time
Overview
College Connect is a newly developed Level 1 Certificate in vocational skills including: Technical Qualifications; Work Placement; and Employability. Essential Skills delivery will be underpinned by a comprehensive “wraparound” support network provided by mentors and externally through Specialist Support services.
Modules • • • • • •
Employment Opportunities Teamwork Vocational Taster Outdoor Pursuits Personal Fitness Planning Principles of Sports Coaching
Assessment
Assessment is through internally assessed assignments.
Requirements
Applications should be those who are not currently in education or employment. An interview is required to determine suitability for applicants to the course of study and will be on a case by case basis.
Progression
Learners will be able to progress to Level 2 programmes in SRC or go directly into employment.
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Contact Lurgan Campus Joseph McCaffrey mccaffreyj@src.ac.uk Newry Campus Jenni Spice spicej@src.ac.uk
LEARNING SUPPORT The College aims to provide a safe, supportive and friendly learning environment for all students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
What is Learning Support?
Learning Support is additional support to assist students who might otherwise be unable to access a programme of study or who, by reason of their learning difficulty or disability, may require specialist support beyond that normally provided by the College. This support will assist students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities to realise their full academic and personal potential. Examples of difficulties includes specific literacy difficulties, Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome, mental health difficulties or mobility difficulties. Examples of support include learning support assistants, mentors, scribes, special exam arrangements or assistive technology loan. Students with additional learning support requirements will be interviewed and assessed in relation to their needs and an individual support plan drawn up and agreed with them. The College welcomes the student’s designated person (e.g. Parent, Guardian, Carer, Key Worker, Social Worker, Support Worker) to attend their initial needs assessment.
Should I disclose my learning difficulty and/or disability?
There is no obligation to disclose learning difficulties or a disability, either when applying to the College or throughout time spent studying at the College. However, we would strongly advise you to inform us as it is impossible to plan in advance if we are not advised of the support that you may require. All information will be treated in a sensitive and confidential manner.
How can I access Learning Support?
There are a number of options available for you: • Complete a Referral Form and forward to the Learning Support Co-ordinator. Referral is available on the SRC website: Learning Support (src.ac.uk) • Contact the relevant Learning Support Coordinator on your campus by either calling into their office, e-mailing or calling them. Contact details can be found on the SRC website • Speak to your Personal Tutor
What support will I receive on my course?
The level of support that you receive will depend on your particular learning needs. Every student is treated on an individual basis. Types of support can include the following: • Learning support assistant support • Mentoring support • Support for assistive technology • Examination Support
How do I obtain special examination arrangements if I have any disabilities? If you have a disability and are sitting exams an application may need to be made to your Awarding Body.
It is very important to let College staff know as soon as possible if you need any adjustments to make your course accessible to you and this includes special exam arrangements. If you have been permitted exam arrangements such as extra time, or a reader in your previous school and will be sitting exams here at the College, an application has to be sent to the Awarding Body at the beginning of the exam series. You need to make an appointment with the Learning Support Co-ordinator if you require examination support for your course.
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What support will I receive if I am a Higher Education student?
Students on Higher Education programmes who have a diagnosed learning difficulty or disability may be eligible to apply to their local Education Authority for the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). DSA can help with the cost of a non-medical helper (e.g. mentor or note taker), items of specialist equipment, travel and other course-related costs. If you need any advice or guidance on this process please contact your Learning Support Co-ordinator or alternatively view www.studentfinanceni.co.uk for further details.
‘AccessAble’ - Promoting Accessibility at SRC
Southern Regional College is pleased to be working with AccessAble to promote the accessibility of our College. Visit: https://www. accessable.co.uk/ and search for the campus you want to find your way around. Contact details for the Learning Support Team are available on the SRC website: https://www.src.ac.uk/support/learningsupport
Donna Hughes
Learning Support Manager T: 028 3839 7710 M: 077 6716 7124 E: hughesdo@src.ac.uk
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LEARNING RESOURCES Learning Resource Centre (LRC)
The College offers extensive study and learning facilities spread over the five main campuses. Learning resources such as books and journals, are combined with a wide range of electronic multimedia learning materials and these are linked to the computer networks. The stock of resources is updated in line with curriculum developments and includes: • computer network online databases • networked computer stations • colour printers • scanners and photocopiers • catalogues for both on site and at home use • quiet study and group areas Please refer to the website www.src.ac.uk for the latest day and evening opening times.
College Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle)
The College has embraced ‘blended learning’ which combines face-to-face learning carried out in normal classroom sessions with online learning. The ‘Moodle’ Virtual Learning Environment is the platform used to deliver both on-line and blended learning programmes. Key features of the Virtual Learning Environment include: • online communication between staff and students • provision of e-books and e-resources with 24/7 access • collaborative working with other students • published learning materials • online resources • student timetables • discussion forums • access to internal email • up-to-date information on news and events
Photocopying Facilities
Photocopying facilities are located across the College’s Campuses. Students can use their
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network user ID and password to log on and copies are charged against the students print credits. Print credits can be renewed through the LRCs on each campus – ask LRC staff for further information.
Student ID Cards
As a student, you will be issued with a free student card which confirms your current status as a member of the College and enables you to gain entrance to the Learning Resource Centres and other facilities on any SRC Campus. The College Policy is ‘No Card No Entry’ to the Learning Resource Centres. Please note that you must have a student card in order to sit examinations or vote in the Students’ Union elections. Replacement cards can be obtained from your campus LRC. Please note, there is a charge for replacing lost cards. For security reasons, students should carry their student card at all times when on campus. To contact the Library, please telephone: Armagh Banbridge Lurgan Newry Portadown
028 3751 2815 028 3839 7711 028 3839 7809 028 3025 9638 028 3839 7775
or go to our website http://www.src.ac.uk/tmstudent-life/learning-resource-centres
Patrick Toner
Learning Resource Officer E: tonerpa@src.ac.uk
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SAFEGUARDING What is Safeguarding?
Safeguarding is about helping students to keep themselves safe and to prevent harm happening to them. Safeguarding is also about responding to concerns about alleged and suspected harm and putting in place plans to help and protect those who cannot protect themselves. Everyone has the right to live their lives free from violence and abuse.
If you are worried about something that is happening to you or to someone you know, please talk to us. If we are concerned about your safety, we may need to share this information with others, but we will always tell you first. At Southern Regional College, all members of staff are trained in the protection of children, young people, adults at risk and adults in need of protection and safe from harm to ensure that they are fully aware of their responsibilities in this area. The Student Safeguarding Officers, have undergone additional training for these roles.
Designated Safeguarding Officer and Adult Safeguarding Champion Lorraine McKeown E: mckeownl@src.ac.uk M: 078 4197 0692 Designated Deputy Safeguarding Officer Donna Hughes E: hughesdo@src.ac.uk M: 077 6716 7124 Contact details for the Colleges Safeguarding Officers are available on the SRC website under the Student Welfare section.
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CARE LEAVERS/CARE EXPERIENCED SUPPORT Southern Regional College is committed to supporting young people in and leaving care to support and further develop the student experience to ensure these young people receive the quality of support systems to help them succeed within further and higher education at Southern Regional College.
CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS DISCLOSURE PROCESS Southern Regional College actively promotes equality of opportunity for all and welcomes enrolments from students with criminal convictions. To help the College reduce the risk of harm or injury to students and staff caused by the criminal behaviour of other students we must be made aware of any unspent criminal convictions. Students must declare all unspent criminal convictions using the Criminal Convictions Disclosure Form available from College website, any campus reception or by telephoning 0300 123 1223.
If you are convicted of a criminal offence after you have enrolled on a course you must tell the Campus Services/Skills Training Co-ordinator on the campus you are studying. Please complete the relevant Disclosure Form as accurately as possible declaring all criminal convictions and place the form inside an envelope marked “Confidential” for the personal attention of Raymond Mallon Campus Services Manager Southern Regional College West Campus Patrick Street Newry Co Down BT35 8DN.
Certain courses require us to consider spent and unspent criminal convictions therefore in certain circumstances you must also disclose spent convictions using the Enhanced Criminal Convictions Disclosure Form available from College website, any campus reception or by telephoning 0300 123 1223. If you require advice and guidance with this process please contact the Campus Services Manager by emailing: mallonr@src.ac.uk (or telephone 028 3025 9677). If you require independent advice and guidance on conviction disclosure please contact NIACRO on 028 9032 0157.
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STUDENT COUNSELLING For all Southern Regional College Students who are struggling with a personal concern counselling support is available in partnership with Inspire Students. This counselling service is independent and confidential and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Common personal concerns include relationship difficulties, grief, difficult life circumstances, anxiety and depression. People often find it useful to get support from a qualified counsellor who will work within strict professional guidelines and can help with whatever difficulty they are facing.
How can I contact Inspire Student Counselling?
Drop-in counselling is available at the Armagh and Newry campuses. If a student needs to speak directly with a counsellor about a concern they can drop into one of the sessions where a counsellor will be available on campus. If you are feeling distressed, anxious or have a concern you would like to discuss, please come and talk to an Inspire Counsellor at this drop-in facility – there is no need to book an
appointment. Please refer to the SRC website for dates and time of the scheduled sessions. https://www.src.ac.uk/support/onsitecounselling-service
Support Hub SRC PIN: SRCHUB!
The Inspire Student Support Hub gives students instant access to a range of information, guidance and screening, which is tailored specifically to help care for your individual wellbeing needs. The hub will help you to create a bespoke wellbeing care-plan, as well as giving you guidance on appropriate support and intervention through guided self-assessment. More information can be found at https://www.inspiresupporthub.org/students
DATA PROTECTION Southern Regional College recognises and respects the importance of your privacy and is committed to treating your personal information responsibly and in compliance with all relevant data protection legislation (The United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation 2020 and the Data Protection Act 2018). We are required to collect and hold information on all our students. The College needs to process your information to administer your studies; provide you with support; contact you about the College and its news and events; facilitate strategic planning and fulfil our statutory reporting obligations. Your data will be shared with Government Departments and Statutory Bodies e.g. the Department for the Economy for statistical
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research, funding and other legitimate business purposes, including the provision of careers advice and guidance. Current Data Protection Legislation entitles you to see the data held about you. For further details on our Privacy Notices, Data Protection and your rights, please visit our website at https://www.src.ac.uk/src-data-protection Your success at SRC is best achieved through the support from staff, College support services, family and friends. The College requires your consent to use your Emergency Contact/Next of Kin contact details to discuss matters relating to your progress within the College. Please ensure that your consent preference is recorded on the Student Portal. You may withdraw your consent or amend your preference on the Student Portal at any time.
ATTENDANCE STATEMENT While you are attending Southern Regional College you are offered every opportunity to be successful in your studies. This includes access to a wide range of support services and high quality teaching. Student achievement and progression to further study or employment is directly linked to a student’s general attendance and punctuality. The SRC Personal Tutorial system has been designed to support you throughout your time at the College. The support provided through the tutorial system will assist you to identify and address the issues that are preventing you from achieving. Students are provided with a course timetable which details the start and end time of each class. You are expected to attend all classes for which you have been enrolled. When a lecturer is unavailable to take a class, the Head of Faculty or their delegated authority on campus will make appropriate cover arrangements. Every effort will be made to give advance warning of unavoidable changes or cancellations to classes.
The academic calendar has been structured to provide students with appropriate breaks. It is not permissible to take holidays during term-time. If you need to miss a class, you or someone acting on your behalf should: • inform your personal tutor and member of staff who takes the class, in advance, of any planned absence (e.g. for a doctor or dentist appointment); • email or phone your personal tutor in the first instance to explain an unplanned absence; • obtain a letter from your parent or guardian if you are under 18 years for any absence and give this to your personal tutor immediately upon return to college; • make arrangements to catch up on any work missed during absence. If you are absent without authorisation for a period of 4 weeks, the College may be required to remove you from the programme of study. Where a student’s attendance and/or punctuality is not of an acceptable standard the College may invoke the disciplinary procedure.
Southern Regional College requires students to attend all classes punctually with not less than 90% attendance. You should not knowingly miss a class. You must inform the College of your absence by contacting the Faculty Office (details are outlined on page 14). Evidence to support an absence resulting from illness or exceptional circumstances must always be presented to the personal tutor.
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COLLEGE SERVICES Catering Facilities
Facilities at each campus provide you with a range of affordable snacks in a relaxed atmosphere. Most campuses have a restaurant and vending machines are available at all campuses. Opening hours vary from campus to campus - please ask at Campus Services Reception for more information.
Covid-19: Due to Covid-19 restrictions all services are currently by appointment only; clients must adhere to social distancing while in the salons and wear a face covering unless exempt. Please note: Most hair and beauty treatments require a skin/patch test 48 hours prior to treatment.
Hairdressing and Beauty Salons
Our salons are open to both students and the public offering a full range of hairdressing, barbering and beauty treatments. As we are a training establishment prices are considerably reduced. All students that are training are monitored by staff and high-quality products are used. To make an appointment telephone:
Armagh Campus
Lurgan Campus
Newry Campus
Hairdressing, Beauty &
Hairdressing, Beauty
Hairdressing, Beauty
Barbering
& Barbering
& Barbering
028 3751 2856
028 3839 7827
028 3025 9608
Fitness Suite and Fitness Testing Laboratories
SRC has fitness facilities in the Armagh, Newry and Lurgan campuses. These suites host a comprehensive range of fitness testing, cardiovascular and resistance equipment designed to meet the health and fitness needs of students and staff. If you would like to use these facilities, please see staff in the campus fitness suites. Please note priority will be given to sports students and availability is dependent on timetabling.
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USE OF COLLEGE CAR PARKS If you are travelling to Southern Regional College by private car you must: • Display a current College Parking Permit. Applications for parking permits are made using Moodle and can be collected at Campus Services Reception; • Adhere to the speed limits of 5 mph; • Drive carefully within the College grounds; and • Park in a designated parking space.
Please note that a parking permit gives you the right to park in College car parks if there is a space available. Car parking spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis, therefore if the car park is full you must park elsewhere. Only blue badge holders are permitted to park in designated disabled spaces.
If you use your car to transport other students throughout the day, please ensure that you have adequate insurance.
EXAMINATIONS You are responsible for ensuring that you are entered for the appropriate examination subjects and that your entry is submitted before the closing date. Where necessary, entry forms will be made available through the Examinations Office and may need to be authorised by your tutor or subject lecturer. Certain courses of study require a one-off registration fee to be paid to the Awarding Body e.g. Edexcel. In such cases registration with the Awarding Body is mandatory. Completed forms must be returned directly to the Examinations Office with the appropriate fee if applicable or where these have not been collected at enrolment. Additional charges may arise if entries are late. Examination fees and registration fees are not refundable. SRC re-sit fee of £20 applies to all re-sits plus an awarding body fee, where applicable.
examination. Mobile telephones/smart watches or any form of personal communications device are not permitted in examination halls. Please note examinations may be scheduled in an alternative SRC campus depending on programme of study. You are required to adhere to the Awarding Body guidelines at all times. Failure to do so may prevent you from submitting coursework or sitting an examination.
Information on entry deadlines and timetables will be available from various sources including, the College VLE, course tutor, display screens and on examination notice boards strategically placed throughout the College. You must familiarise yourself with the examination regulations and arrive on time on the date of the
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For further information please contact: staffexams@src.ac.uk
Campus
Examinations Officer
Lorraine Connolly
Contact 028 3839 7758 028 3025 9647 028 3025 9739
Newry
Libby Wallace
Catherine Quinn
028 3751 2842
Frances Duffy
028 3025 9649
Banbridge
Victoria McAlorum
028 3839 7719
Portadown & Lurgan
Amanda Lappin
028 3839 7847
Joanne Anderson
028 3025 9611
Claire Fegan Armagh
Assignments and Coursework
Assignments and coursework will be only kept until the end of the programme of study or receipt of results. Any material which is not collected by the student or his/her nominated representative, may be disposed of.
Certificates
Certificates will be dispatched at various prizegiving events or collected from Examinations office after course completion. Ulster University certificates must be collected in person from respective Examination Offices. Any errors on certificates must be reported to the exams office within 6 weeks of receiving the certificates.
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INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES International Affairs
The External Funding & International Affairs Team (EFIAT) continues to promote SRC on a regional, national and international basis. The EFIAT team is responsible for planning, organising and managing a range of international mobilities and managing European strategic partnership projects. The EFIAT continues to promote excellence, innovation and successful collaboration in an increasingly European and global context. Since its inception the team have successfully managed over 70 innovative international projects. The College has been an AoC Beacon Award Finalist for its international work in 2019 and also in 2020. The College’s Strategic Aim 7 is ‘To promote an outward and forwardlooking College through the development of international links supporting staff, students and knowledge exchange’. Each year the College sends on average 120 students on life changing work placements and study programmes across the world, fully funded through the Erasmus and Turing Scheme. Once travel restrictions are lifted and when it is safe to do so, students can travel to a wide range of countries including, Malta, Finland, Italy, Spain and Germany. The benefits of getting involved are cultural awareness, development of employability, life skills and is great for your CV and personal statement.
HE student course and a Train-the-Trainer CPD course, which are available on the project’s website (https://wellproject.online), there is also a Survival Toolkit to prepare and support learners successfully move to HE: https:// toolkit.wellproject.online. This year, the EFIAT secured €260,000 for the 2-year Erasmus+ funded BRIDGES Project. This project will develop digital resources for older learners, including those from migrant, asylum seeker and refugee communities to help them to become more connected. For more information, please visit the project’s Twitter account: https://twitter.com/BridgesKA2. For further information on our International Affairs Office, Southern Regional College, Portadown Campus, please visit the College website.
International Affairs
Southern Regional College 36-44 Lurgan Road Portadown Craigavon County Armagh BT63 5BL T: 0300 123 1223 E: internationalaffairs@src.ac.uk
In addition, as part of the Learning for Living Together project, a range of excellent resources for students to promote diversity and integration have been developed and are hosted at: https://learningforlivingtogether.conform. it/en. The International Team’s Well Project has recently developed resources to support students who are making the move to higher education with their mental health and wellbeing. In addition to a level 2 Transitioning to
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ICT FACILITIES SRC provides modern ICT equipment and software to enhance your learning experience.
Policy. All usage is monitored and recorded including internet usage.
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
Use of the IT facilities is subject to the Acceptable Use Policy and UK law. Access may be removed and/or disciplinary measures taken if misuse occurs.
As a student of the College you will be given a student account which enables you to access and use computers on the network throughout each of the College campuses. All students will need to agree to follow the College’s Acceptable Use Policy prior to using any ICT/ILT system. The AUP sets out general rules and guidance about the use of College information systems, such as ILT equipment and services, particularly the network. Many of these are connected with our legal responsibilities. In addition, the College has its own relevant guidance and requirements (including on e-mail and Internet use, Health and Safety and the Student Code of Conduct). It is essential to adhere to this policy. If you don’t understand any item, please find out more from a member of staff. You may like to know that the AUP also applies to staff use of information systems.
Help and Guidance
Many FAQs are covered in the IT Services section within the College VLE. These cover a wide range of IT related activities like: EduROAM WiFi, Logging onto O365, Using Microsoft TEAMs, Software for Students and many more.
Username (UserID) and Password
You will be issued with a username and password when you are enrolled on a course. This will be communicated to you via email and text for new students. If you are returning for your 2nd or 3rd year, you will continue to use the same account. Your tutor will also be able to issue this if required.
New students
The aims of the AUP are: • To promote the professional, ethical, lawful and productive use of SRC information systems • To define and prohibit unacceptable use of SRC information systems • To educate users about their Information Security responsibilities • To describe where, when and why monitoring may take place • To outline disciplinary procedures for any breaches
Your UserID and instructions will be sent to the email you registered with and the password will be sent via text to the mobile number used when you registered.
There is a lot of specific guidance in the AUP itself – it is intended to help you be safe and to learn well. A full copy is available on the College VLE - please read it carefully.
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Each student’s username (UserID) is made up of an 8-digit number plus @students.src.ac.uk which is also your College email. For example: 30004567@students.src.ac.uk •
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Once you register for a college course and obtain a password and ID you must keep that password confidential User IDs and passwords help us maintain individual accountability for Internet usage. You must not share your User ID and password with anyone. It is your responsibility to change your password regularly.
Logging on to a computer in the College for the first time Take the following steps: • •
Press Ctrl, Alt and Delete Enter your username and password and click OK.
Note: You should change your password from the default issued by your tutor. If you require to at any stage, take the following steps from a College computer: • Login using your current username and password. • Press Ctrl, Alt and Delete • Click Change Password • You will then be required to enter your old password and enter your new password twice. • Click OK Please note: • that passwords are case sensitive. • complex, with at least one of each of the following – Uppercase letter, lowercase letter, number and a special Character all needed. E.g. Hello2U! (sample don’t use this one). • minimum length is 8 characters. If you forget your password, your lecturer can reset it back to the original password for you. Use of Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Self-Service Password Resetting (SSPR) will be introduced for 2021/22 academic year. Full details will be provided. MFA is where you will use an Authenticator APP on your mobile to verify your logon. SSPR allows you to take responsibility for your own password for SRC and enables you to reset it if required, as long as you can correctly answer security questions which you will complete when setting up.
Security Tip! Don’t use the same credentials (emails and passwords) on multiple web sites. If one gets compromised, they all are! SRC recommends you use a unique password for your College account which you don’t use for anything else.
In College or remotely logging onto Office 365, Moodle or VLEs links at top of College Website home page as shown below - College Web Site.
Links shown at top of page to access: Select School or Work if prompted.
Click on this icon to logon, choose Work or College if prompted and use username and password you have received. This will get you access to email (Outlook), TEAMs, OneDrive (File storage) and office applications e.g., Word, Excel and PowerPoint including free download of Office 365 for your computer at home. Once you logon to Office 365 you will see icons for various online APPs you can use including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (for College email) and TEAMs as shown below. There is also a button which will allow you to Install Microsoft Office Pro on your own device. (uninstall older versions of Office first).
Notes: 1. You are responsible for your account and network activity originating from it. 2. It is essential that your password is kept secret at all times and that you do not let anyone else use your username. Log off the computer any time you leave it.
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College Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) TEAMS
Once you logon to O365 if you Click on TEAMs icon – use the Get Application to install the APP and get the full features. Please note it can take 24 hours before your TEAMs access is available. You need to install this Application to partake in class discussions and video calls with your lecturers and other students in your class. We would now encourage you to logon and check you have access to your email and TEAMS as these will be key applications your tutor will use to communicate with you. Due to differences in Mobile Operating Systems and Browsers we would advise you to try your first logon on a Windows or Apple PC/Laptop using the Chrome browser if possible to verify access. You can then try accessing from your mobile device (on Mobile devices use of an APP is preferred to browsers for enhanced user experience, see next note).
Moodle (M icon)
Please logon to Moodle (College VLE) from the College website using the icon shown above. Within Moodle you will be provided with materials and assessments for your course. Also on Moodle there is a full induction program, information relating to student Finance, ICT, Examinations etc. Under Resources there a heading called Induction and Information, if you click here it will give you access to more detailed student information. The one entitled IT Induction contains lots of detailed guides on various IT Systems and processes. te.
Mobile Apps are also available for above and you can install the Microsoft Outlook and TEAMS Apps on your Mobile or Tablet from your normal APP store. Use the same Username and password to connect to these APPs.
CANVAS
Canvas is a new VLE which will be introduced and this icon will appear for it.
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Microsoft Office 365
Students at Southern Regional College have been setup to use Microsoft’s Office 365 (O365) services including web-based e-mail services, TEAMs and OneDrive which will assist you during your studies. O365 also includes Web based versions of Office Applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Student Email
You will be given a College email address to use as part of your studies. This email address will be used as the primary email communication if your lecturer or the College needs to contact you. The email address given to you will be in the following format. UserID@students.src. ac.uk (replace UserID with your own UserID). On College Desktop Computers, a shortcut to your email account will appear on your desktop when logged onto a College PC. If prompted to logon use SRC\UserID (replace UserID with your own UserID) plus your password.
Security Tip!
Watch out for malicious emails, be sure before following or clicking on links in emails. Review each email before taking action. If it feels wrong check it out before responding. If it’s demanding action or offering money be cautious, especially if you aren’t expecting such an email.
Saving Work
With Office 365 you have use of OneDrive with 1Tb of storage space. This can be accessed from within the College or remotely so is useful for working on files in either location. Students are encouraged to use this for general file storage. H: drive should be used if larger graphic or video type files. This can be used for your file storage needs or as a backup location for non-frequently used files to free up space on your H drive (see below for more details on the H drive).
To access the Full Office365 (O365) facilities including your College email, TEAMs and OneDrive use https://login.microsoftonline. com and enter your username in the format : UserID@students.src.ac.uk Select Work or School if prompted. Use your normal College password. There are also shortcuts to O365 and Moodle at the top of the College website homepage www.src.ac.uk
Internal College H Drive
You will be given a set amount of storage space, which will appear as an H Drive once you’re logged in, on which you can save your college work. All students are initially allocated 250MB of storage space on their H drive (some classes will have a higher initial allocation). If the H drive space becomes full, you should check and delete any files that no longer need to be stored. If it is essential that you be allocated further storage, this can be arranged through your tutor and your H drive may be checked for any noncourse related material. Note however that your OneDrive has limited recovery option for items deleted within the last 30 days, whereas your H drive will be backed up periodically. We discourage the use of USB devices, especially as your only storage option as they have proven to be unreliable. You could possibly use it for backup purposes.
Printing
You will be given a quota of print credit at the beginning of each academic year. You can purchase further print credit from any of the College Learning Resource Centres. Note: If you enrol on additional College courses, additional print credit will have to be purchased (by you) through the LRC.
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Software for Students
Links are included in IT Services section on the College VLE for software that you can download and use on your own computer. Note that licenses for these software products are only valid while you are a student at SRC and must be removed (and may not work) once you have left SRC. Software includes Microsoft Office, Autodesk, Solidworks and others as they become available.
Free Microsoft Office Software
An additional benefit of using Microsoft Office 365 is that students can avail of a free student copy of the Microsoft Office Software. Download icon is on top right of main O365 Portal page when you log onto O365.
Anti-Virus
WIFI – eduroam
Eduroam allows students from participating institutions including SRC to obtain Internet connectivity across College campuses and when visiting other participating institutions. This allows you to connect your personal device to WiFi. To connect to Eduroam in SRC, search for wireless networks. When Eduroam is available select it, you will then be prompted for a username and password. Use your full SRC e-mail address UserID@students.src. ac.uk (replace UserID with your own student ID). Enter your password and you should get connected. Trust any certificates if prompted.
General ICT Usage
The following are guidelines for use of all ICT equipment within SRC:
All College computers run up-to-date AntiVirus software. If you repeatedly use media (e.g. USB pens) that contain viruses, your access to College ICT resources may be restricted or withdrawn and disciplinary action taken.
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It is highly recommended on your personal device that you: • use an anti-virus product and keep it up to date. • Also ensure your device is updated regularly with any security or application updates. This applies to all device types. • If using a shared device (e.g., PC, iMAC or Laptop), use separate local account to logon to device to restrict access to your College work. You can’t do this on for example a tablet like an iPAD so you should take great care if you have to use these, use a passcode to help reduce access. • If possible, encrypt your device. • These will help reduce compromise and exploitable vulnerabilities on your device
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As services provided by IT can change please refer to IT Services section on the College VLE for current guides for various ICT activities. No food or drink allowed in any computer rooms. Please treat all ICT equipment with respect, remembering that others have to use it as well. Please leave your workstation and the area surrounding it as you would hope to find it. Ensure you log off your computer when you are not using it. Connection of any external device (including laptops) to the College physical network or electrical supply is strictly forbidden. Please contact ICT Services if this is required. USB pens, CDs and DVDs may be used for backing up work and transferring work to and from College, but only if you are certain that any external computer to which the device is connected has an up-to-date anti-virus package running. Be aware that all these media types are prone to failure. Thus, we recommend using OneDrive for transferring work when required. Do not give your username or password to anyone. College staff do not need to know your password. ICT equipment can only be moved by a member of the IT Services team.
Internet Advice (E-safety)
The Internet is a marvelous resource which has transformed the way in which we learn, do business, and to socialise. It is also a place that provides cover for those whose intent is to harm and exploit young people. Behind the mask of anonymity pedophiles, extortionists, and organised gangs of criminals from any part of the world can reach young people in their bedrooms. They make young people feel safe. They become their “friends”. They use images of other victims to create a false identity and gain young people’s trust. In short, they groom young people. Home computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, if used inappropriately, are this generation’s version of the dark alleyway in which a menacing stranger lurks. You need to be aware of the dangers that you face online. In some instances, young people are targeted by strangers who attempt to blackmail them over images they have been tricked into taking. Other cases involve private messages between friends being forwarded to others or a user posting a picture of themselves on a website or social media with low privacy settings. At SRC, we understand that this is a worrying message, but we do believe that it is warranted. We all take great care to ensure you are safe whilst attending the college, but it is essential that you also exercise that same care and vigilance to protect yourself online. If you need any assistance or advice on this matter, please do not hesitate to speak to your tutor or alternatively seek assistance through Student Services.
Useful contact numbers: • • • •
PSNI on 101 24 hour Freecall Lifeline Helpline on 0808 808 8000 Childline on 0800 1111 or https://www. childline.org.uk/ Inspire Students on 02890328474 or https://www.inspirewellbeing.org/students
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Check your privacy settings - Make sure that you are only sharing posts with friends and trusted sources. Never upload or say anything in social media that you don’t want the world to know - Always remember that sites like Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram are predominantly public spaces. Think before you click – Do I want the world to see this image? If not, stop and delete. Review your ‘friends’ on social media sites - If you have someone on there who you have never met or know of, and perhaps you just added, then delete them, they may be a fake profile. If you are asked for an image of yourself online or are asked to provide material that you feel is inappropriate, then please talk to an adult you trust, a parent/guardian and make them aware of the situation. If an image of you has already been used or shared and you are concerned, then please talk to an adult you trust/parent/guardian or you can get support and help on what to do on some of the websites below:
www.thinkuknow.co.uk www.getsafeonline.org www.saferinternet.org.uk www.oursafetycentre.co.uk Security Tip! Most importantly NEVER KEEP IT TO YOURSELF if you are made to feel uncomfortable online or are under threat of any kind. Please do not underestimate the importance of talking to your family at home, or a member of staff at the College. If you have shared an image, the sooner you tell someone, the sooner it can be taken down/ deleted or made much more difficult for anyone to find.
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GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK Southern Regional College is committed to providing you with the best possible service. We firmly believe that the best way to improve our services is to listen to our students. Feedback
Southern Regional College values your feedback - please tell us if we do something well or suggest how we might improve our services. You will be asked to complete an online learner survey during the year and your feedback through this survey is very important to us.
Student Council and Students’ Union You also have opportunities for feedback through your Class Representative. Class Representatives are elected in September each year and they can take forward issues about your campus for discussion at the Student Council Meetings. These meetings take place three times per year at each campus. The dates of the meetings can be found on Moodle, Section 10, Student Activities and Student Activities SharePoint. We also elect five Students’ Union Officers per campus each year and they will hold different events and activities to engage with you and provide opportunities to hear about your student experience. They will work with the Student Governor to run campaigns and make improvements. Full details on all these events and how you can get involved are on Moodle - Section 10 Student Activities and Student Activities SharePoint.
Focus Groups
The purpose of a focus group is to get feedback and different ideas and opinions from as many learners as possible. For Further Education students and trainees, your personal tutor will hold a class focus group meeting once each term in your tutorial class to allow you to discuss issues which are specific to your class. The Curriculum Area Manager or Head of Faculty on the campus will also meet with all the class representatives on the campus to get your feedback and ideas about the course.
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Higher Education students will have Staff Student Consultative Committee Meetings with the Course Co-ordinator once each semester. These will provide opportunities for feedback on any issues about your course. The Curriculum Area Manager will hold a subsequent focus group to follow up on any issues you raised.
Student Complaints/Compliments
If you have a complaint, please speak to your Personal Tutor or to your lecturer to attempt to resolve the issue in the first instance. If this is not possible or if you are not satisfied with the response you have received, you can contact the Curriculum Area Manager or Head of Faculty for your course. If, following this process, you feel that your complaint has still not been satisfactorily resolved, a further two options are available to you: 1.
You can raise an informal complaint by emailing the College’s Corporate Compliance Manager on feedback@src.ac.uk or by calling on 077 2520 0069.
Or 2. Where you believe the matter to be of a more serious nature, you can raise a formal complaint by completing a ‘Customer Complaints Form’, which is available to you on the College website. Information provided on the College website details the process the College will undertake in respect of managing complaints. The College’s Complaints and Compliments Policy is also accessible on the College website and this provides information in respect of the appeals process and the role of the Northern Ireland
Public Services Ombudsman in handling complaints about the College. For HE students, the policy also provides contact details for the Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA). If you feel that the College has exceeded the expected standard of service, or you wish to provide a compliment or positive feedback, you can complete a ‘Customer Compliments Form’ which is accessible on the College website or available at Campus reception. Alternatively, you can email the College’s Corporate Compliance Manager on feedback@src.ac.uk
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STUDENT CHARTER Southern Regional College aims to deliver quality education to all our students in an atmosphere of mutual respect. This Student Charter sets out what you can expect as a student of the College and what the College expects from you in order to ensure that your learning objectives are met. Learning is a twoway partnership between the students and staff of our College. The Charter recognises the importance of staff and students working in partnership. What Prospective Students Can Expect From Southern Regional College
We will: • provide you with Admission and Enrolment services to ensure that the transition to College is fair, equitable and transparent; • treat you equally with respect and consideration at all times, regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, political opinion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or whether or not you have dependants; • provide informed, impartial, supportive and timely guidance and careers advice to enable you to choose a programme of study that suits your ability and aspirations; • advise you on financial and other support available.
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We will: • provide you with a comprehensive induction to the College services, resources, rules, policies, procedures, your programme of study, as well as an opportunity to meet other students; • treat you equally with respect and consideration at all times, regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, political opinion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or whether or not you have dependants; • provide you with a learning experience
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in a safe and caring environment which is evaluated taking account of stakeholder feedback to enhance the quality of our provision; agree your individual programme of study comprising quality teaching with informed, timely constructive assessment and feedback on your work; provide you with access to the SRC Learning Resource Centres and e-resources; provide you with access to appropriate careers education, advice and guidance; provide opportunities to access work experience / placement and industry visits where appropriate; provide you with a personal tutor/class tutor (part-time courses) who will advise you on pastoral care information and services including: o Personal Tutor Support; o Learning Support; o Student Safeguarding; o Student Activities; o Health & Safety Instruction; o Care Experienced Support; o Student Finance Advice; o Personal Counselling Service; provide you with clear information on fees and other costs, methods of payment and student finance support; provide opportunities to ensure your views and feedback informs improvements through: o Class Representatives; o Student Council and Student/Staff Focus Groups;
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Student Governor and Student Union Elected Officers; o Student Surveys and involvement in the student voice activities. allow you to make a complaint on any issue and ensure you receive a response in line with the College complaints procedure; treat your personal information with confidentiality and in accordance with current legislation (The General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018) and Freedom of Information Act.
What Southern Regional College Can Expect From Students
In return you are expected to: • fully engage as an active student in our shared educational experience and take responsibility for your own learning; • treat everyone with respect and consideration at all times, regardless of differences in ethnic origin, religious belief, political opinion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or whether or not they have dependants; • familiarise yourself and comply with College policies and procedures, rules and regulations - available in your Student Guide, Course Handbook, SRC Website and on SRC VLE/ Sharepoint; • behave in a responsible manner on and off campus and treat the property of the College with respect; • wear your identity badge visibly at all times when on campus in the holder and lanyard provided by the College and when representing the College externally including on industrial visits etc.; • comply with College health and safety requirements; • complete all coursework and assignments on time and to the best of your ability; • complete entry forms for external examinations and assessments and pay the appropriate fees when they are due; • ensure the prompt payment of fees and charges, return of books, equipment and materials; • act as ambassadors for SRC at all times on campus, in our community, in any public forum and after your time at SRC;
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attend regularly and punctually all scheduled classes, assessments and agreed meetings and be an active participant; contact your Personal Tutor by email if you are unable to attend class, assessments or examinations. Your Personal Tutor will guide you in relation to extenuating circumstances and the appropriate evidence requirements; comply with the SRC Network Acceptable User Policy and use your SRC email address for college related communication; maintain/ keep up to date your personal information, e.g. new address or new telephone number; notify your Personal Tutor/Tutor in writing if you wish to withdraw from your chosen course of study; notify the College of your destination following completion of your studies.
As a student in this College, you have a right to be able to study in a safe, harmonious environment, to be treated with respect, fairness and dignity, and not to be subjected to any form of bullying, harassment, abuse or victimisation because of your background, ability, culture, identity or caring responsibilities. This section should be read carefully by you, the student, as it contains information, which may have an impact on your progress within the College. Please ask your Personal Tutor to assist you if you are unclear about any part of the document. More information is available on the College website and College policies www.src.ac.uk
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COLLEGE’S RULES FOR STUDENTS a.
b.
c. d.
e. f.
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You are required to respect all people who use or are present at the College. Abuse, threat of violence, violence, intimidation, bullying or taunting of anyone on College premises or involved in an activity associated with the College will not be tolerated. You will be treated, and are required to treat others equally, with respect and consideration at all times, regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, political opinion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or whether or not you have dependants. You are required to attend all classes regularly and punctually with not less than 90% attendance. You will be provided with a learning experience in a safe and caring environment. You should be respectful in the classroom or learning environment, and not interrupt or disturb the learning activities of others. You will be asked to provide feedback to enhance the quality of our provision. You are required to complete an enrolment form, and where required, should have paid tuition or other fees before commencement of the class. Assignments and course work must be handed in on time. Assignment work submitted for assessment, must follow examining body guidelines. Assignments, assessments or exams are subject to scrutiny and there will be no tolerance of cheating, collusion, plagiarism or fraud. Students should not absent themselves from class without the formal approval of the Head of Faculty or delegated authority (Curriculum Area Manager). Students who are required to wear specified dress or safety gear, must do so as advised by their course tutor or Head of Faculty or Curriculum Area Manager. Failure to do so may be considered a breach of discipline.
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Students should follow their prescribed course of study and any alterations to this must have the permission of their Head of Faculty. l. Within the College: o Adhere to guidelines for classroom management introduced in response to Covid-19. o Current student ID lanyard must always be worn when on SRC premises. o Smoking is strictly forbidden. o Current Student ID card is required to enter the LRC/Library and for access and security. o Mobile phones should only be used under the direction of the lecturer during class time and must be switched off completely whilst in the LRC/Library. o The use of the camera facility within mobile phones is strictly prohibited anywhere in the College. o Possession or consumption of alcohol or drugs is strictly forbidden. o Students are not allowed on College property while under influence of illegal drugs or substances. This also applies to any activity associated with the College. o All forms of gambling are strictly forbidden. o Food and drink must be consumed only in areas provided and never in classrooms or corridors or the LRC/ Library m. Anyone found causing damage to or theft of College property will be suspended from classes and will be required to make good any damage caused. n. Textbooks, library books, instruments etc. are supplied on loan to students and must be returned in good condition at the end of the College year. Non return of library books or resources may result in examination results being withheld. o. Students are required to pay tuition and examination fees as appropriate.
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Students who fail to pay tuition and examination fees will have their results held and will not be permitted to graduate. q. Students using the Sports Centre must adhere to the College’s dress code (outlined below). r. Lifts are restricted to those who are unable to use the stairs. During the Covid-19 restrictions, lifts must only be used by 1 person at any time, unless they have dedicated student support. s. In the event of the bell ringing continuously, which is a warning of suspected fire etc., students are required to evacuate the building immediately in an orderly manner and in accordance with the fire drill procedure. t. Students are requested to help maintain all areas of the College in a clean and tidy condition. u. Litter should be placed in the wastepaper bins provided throughout the buildings and in the grounds. v. Students seeking to use the College’s network and internet facilities must sign up to and adhere to the College’s Network Acceptable Use Policy. Inappropriate use of resources will result in disciplinary action and removal from the network system. w. Students undertaking examinations must follow the instruction of the invigilators at all times. Students using unauthorised materials to assist them during examinations will be subject to disciplinary action, which may result in suspension from the College. Mobile phones must not be taken into an examination – any student found to be in possession of a mobile phone during an exam may forfeit his/her opportunity to sit the examination. x. The College operates a No Smoking Policy, except in designated areas. Smoking within any of the College buildings or at entry and exit doors is strictly prohibited. y. In line with the Equality Commission Guidelines: Emblems directly linked to the community conflict and or local politics must not be worn or displayed. The College will continue the pilot scheme of wearing soccer, gaelic, rugby and sports tops, bags, track suits, badges and scarves. Wearing of Celtic and Rangers attire is not permissible.
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All students attending Southern Regional College are required to conduct themselves in accordance with the College’s rules. Failure to adhere to the College’s rules will result in disciplinary action. aa. Students should refrain from activities that are liable to discredit the College, disrupt the normal working of the College, prevent employees going about their normal business or results in complaints from the general public.
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FORMAL DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE The following outlines the formal disciplinary process at Southern Regional College. The following is not the policy, but rather guidance to the policy. It is possible to view the policy on the College website or by contacting Richard Gough, Quality & Pedagogy Manager, goughr@src.ac.uk to request a copy. Two disciplinary policies are in existence, one for Skills Training participants and one for all other students. The formal disciplinary procedure is used when a student breaches any policy or procedure of the College. Any student in breach of policy or procedure will be investigated and a report will be provided to a designated Disciplinary Authority. The student concerned shall be informed of the details of the alleged offence and given the opportunity of presenting
a defence at a disciplinary meeting. After consideration of all evidence, the Disciplinary Authority shall inform the student of the decision and in cases where the offence is proved, of the student’s right of appeal and who to appeal to. If a student charged with an offence does not attend a disciplinary meeting on the date and at the time appointed, without prior satisfactory written explanation having been received, the Disciplinary Authority may make a decision in the student’s absence. A complainant, or a witness, who is summoned to attend a meeting arranged by the Disciplinary Authority and who fails to attend without due cause, may be liable to disciplinary proceedings.
Disciplinary Stages Stage
Period
First Written Warning*
Duration of programme of study or a minimum of one year from the date of sanction
Final Written Warning*
Duration of programme of study or a minimum of one year from the date of sanction
Time Limited Exclusion from the College*
Excluded for up to four weeks
Exclusion from the College*
Minimum period - exclusion for remainder of the current academic year
*In exceptional circumstances the time periods specified above may be varied by the Disciplinary Authority– the student must be notified in writing of any such variation at or following the disciplinary hearing. In addition to the disciplinary sanction, the College may also seek financial restitution when costs have been incurred as a result of the actions of the student, for example in cases of vandalism costs may relate to the engagement of a specialist cleaning firm. The student will be required to meet these costs in full.
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Any information regarding Assessment Malpractice offences by learners who have completed one course of study will be held on the learner’s file until the end of that course and may inform the admission decision for another course at the College. Further information on what is deemed misconduct is provided in Appendix 2 of the Disciplinary Policy.
First Written Warning
A first written warning will be given to the student if, after a disciplinary hearing, it is found that: • The student has committed an offence of misconduct which warrants entry to the disciplinary procedures at the first written warning stage; • The student has failed to demonstrate the level of commitment and effort required for successful completion of the course; • Despite, having been given a verbal warning as the result of previous conduct or poor performance, the student has committed a further offence or has shown no improvement. A copy of the written warning will be retained within the student’s personal record for the duration of their programme of study. The student will be asked to countersign the copy attached to his/her records. Refusal to do so will not negate the disciplinary action. Likewise, refusal to attend a disciplinary interview will not prevent this procedure from being invoked.
Final Written Warning
A final written warning will be given to the student if, after a disciplinary hearing, it is found that: • Despite having been given a first written warning as the result of misconduct or continued poor performance, the student has committed a further offence of misconduct; • Despite having been given, a first written warning as the result of a lack of commitment to the course of study, the student has failed to demonstrate achievement of previously agreed improvement targets; • The student’s misconduct, although not considered to be serious enough to justify exclusion, is sufficiently serious to warrant a final written warning. A copy of a final written warning will be retained within the student’s personal record for the duration of their programme of study. The student will be asked to countersign the copy attached to his/her records. Refusal to do so will not negate the disciplinary action. Likewise, refusal to attend a disciplinary interview will not prevent this procedure from continuing.
Time Limited Exclusion
In addition to the above first/final written sanctions the student may be excluded from the College for a period of up to four weeks. Such a sanction may be utilised in combination with a first/final written warning as an alternative to exclusion.
Performance Improvement Contract When a written warning is issued to a student on the basis of poor performance including attendance, punctuality, assignment submission and commitment to the course, the student will be required to agree to and sign up to a Performance Improvement Contract.
A Performance Improvement Contract will be developed by the Curriculum Area Manager in conjunction with the Course Co-ordinator and the student to reflect a set of agreed milestones. Such milestones may include adherence to agreed deadlines for submission of assignment work, attendance at college, punctuality, and commitment to the course of study. The period over which milestones and targets are set will normally span the academic year but may be extended for a further academic year at the discretion of the Curriculum Area Manager/ Head of Faculty. Failure to agree and adhere to the Performance Improvement Contract will be used in any further disciplinary process and may result in removal of the student from the course of study.
Exclusion From the College
The Chief Executive (or his/her nominated deputy) may give notice to a student of ‘permanent’ exclusion from the College, if after a full investigation and disciplinary hearing, it is found that a student has committed: • A further act of misconduct despite having been given a final written warning. • An act of gross misconduct that in the view of the College, fundamentally undermines the relationship between the student and the College. Exclusion will be effective immediately.
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Disciplinary and Investigatory Authorities
Prior to any disciplinary hearing an investigation must be conducted by a person other than the person charged with hearing the disciplinary charge. Details of the investigatory and disciplinary authorities normally used at each stage are shown below.
Further Education Stage
Investigatory Authority
Disciplinary Authority
First Written Warning
Lecturer
Course Co-Ordinator
Final Written Warning
Lecturer/Course Co-Ordinator
Curriculum Area Manager or Head of Faculty
Exclusion from the College
Senior Manager of Head of
Chief Executive or Senior
Faculty
Manager
Stage
Investigatory Authority
Disciplinary Authority
Verbal Written Warning
Lecturer or monitoring officer
Course Coordinator / Personal
Skills Training
Tutor First Written Warning
Lecturer or monitoring officer
Course Coordinator / Personal Tutor
Final Written Warning
Lecturer/Course Coordinator
Curriculum Area Manager or
Serious misconduct including
Senior Manager of Head of
Chief Executive or Senior
potential suspension
Faculty
Manager
Consequences of Disciplinary Action
Where a part-time/day-release student is in training or employment, the College may take the disciplinary action outlined above, in conjunction with the student’s Training Manager or employer where they are the sponsor. Students should note carefully that the consequences of suspension or dismissal from a course at the College may include loss of earnings, EMA, loss of scholarship or dismissal from employment.
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Head of Faculty
COLLEGE POLICIES The College has several policies that are relevant to you as a student of the College. It is important that you familiarise yourself with these. A copy of the policies and procedures can be found on www.src.ac.uk and on Moodle: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Admissions Alcohol, Drug and Substance Abuse Anti-Bullying (Learners) Assessment Malpractice Assessment Appeals Careers Car Parking Complaints and Compliments Communications Data Protection Disciplinary Policy Students Disciplinary Policy (Trainees & Apprentices) Equality and Diversity (Students) Fees Schedule & Annual Charges Annual Fees Policy Fees Refund Freedom of Information Hardship Fund Policy (Discretionary) Health and Safety HE Professional Suitability Fitness to Practice Policy & Procedure Learning Resource Centre and Library Loans Learning Support Network Acceptable Use Network Security Portable Media Safeguarding Smoke Free Social Media Student Charter Student Health and Wellbeing Student Identification Sustainability
community. Our rich and diverse use of social media also allows us to share, in a public way, the many qualities and strengths within our further education and training. It is important that students use social media responsibility both in and outside of the College. Please refer to the College Social Media Policy for further details.
If you have any difficulty understanding these policies or how they affect you, please seek advice from your Course Coordinator. All policies are reviewed during Induction with additional information signposted in your Course Handbook. SRC welcomes the responsible use of social media technologies to support engaged and transformative learning and to reach out effectively to our student
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STUDENT HEALTH & SAFETY We all have a legal and moral duty to make the College as safe and healthy a working environment as is reasonably practicable. This statement gives some information about what the College has done to achieve this and how you can play your part. • •
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Taking reasonable care of our own health and safety within the College; Following health and safety policies and procedures within SRC and those of any other company on whose premises we might be working; Not placing other people at risk, through what you do or fail to do; Not misusing equipment and resources which have been provided in the interest of Health and Safety (e.g. inappropriate use of fire extinguishers); Reporting anything that might present a danger to either you or anyone else at the College to a member of staff.
Regular Health and Safety inspections are carried out by the Estates Department.
Health & Safety Policy
The College Health and Safety Policy comprises the organisation and arrangements for the health, safety and welfare of students, staff, contractors, visitors and others. This policy communicates the beliefs, direction and commitment to Health and Safety within the College. The College’s Health and Safety Policy is available on Moodle.
Organisational Arrangements
There is a line of responsibility for health and safety management which reaches as far as the Chief Executive who is assisted in this by the Estates Department, the Health and Safety Committee and the Health and Safety Manager. However, all students and staff are responsible
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for taking reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be adversely affected by their actions or omissions.
Emergency Procedures
If there is a power failure, College users should remain where they are until instructions are given on the action to be taken.
Fire Safety
The consequences of a fire can be devastating but through measures that SRC has taken and by your own actions we can ensure that the risk is minimised. You should make yourself familiar with normal and alternative escape routes and the designated assembly points, as indicated on the fire evacuation route plans displayed throughout the College. Fire extinguishers are located throughout the College. When you hear the fire alarm • Leave the building immediately by the nearest available clearly marked escape route without using lifts. • Go to the designated assembly point and remain there (do not leave College grounds to ensure everyone can be accounted for) until you are given permission to do so by the Evacuation Controller.
Smoking
Smoking shelters are provided at each campus if you wish to smoke. Smoking including e-cigarettes is prohibited within and surrounding all College buildings.
First Aid Arrangements
A list of the College’s first aiders for each campus building is available from reception and the caretaker’s office. Each building has a first aid room and first aid boxes are provided in all laboratories, kitchens, workshops and salons.
Accidents
Accidents and potential causes of accidents (hazards) must always be reported to a member of staff who will record the incident on a College Incident Report Form. Most hazards can be eliminated by the completion of risk assessments and implementation of suitable control measures, provision of information, health and safety training and instruction. You can also assist in the reduction of accidents by keeping your work area clear of materials and obstructions. It is College policy to record all accidents and incidents to permit a suitable investigation to be carried out to determine appropriate corrective and preventive action. If you are involved in an accident ensure that it is reported to a lecturer, a member of campus services or a member of the caretaking staff who can summon a first aider, if necessary.
Display Screen Equipment Regulations
Building Defects and Damage
Please report any building defects to a member of staff, including water leakages, electrical problems and defects to windows or doors.
Housekeeping
Please ensure that your personal possessions do not obstruct pathways, creating a trip hazard between desks, on corridors or in stair wells. This is vital to ensure safe evacuation of buildings in the event of a fire alarm.
Electrical Equipment
Please ensure that when you use any equipment in the College, you follow all the instructions given. This applies to photocopiers, VDUs, video players and reader printers. All electrical equipment should have a valid ‘Portable Appliance Test’ (PAT) conducted by the College. Non-PAT tested equipment (including portable computers mobile phone chargers and e-cigarette chargers) cannot be used with the College electrical supply. The Health and Safety Policy and related Procedural Notes can be found on Moodle. For more information on health and safety, please contact the Estates Office: T: 028 3025 9620
When using any visual display equipment (e.g. computers) in the College, you should ensure that the workstation is comfortable by checking the seat height and adjustment, that the screen is clean and at the right height and distance and that the keyboard and mouse are positioned comfortably.
Manual Handling • • • • • •
Always use a kikstep when retrieving books or other objects from a high shelf; Always place both feet on top of the kikstep; Never climb up on chairs, desks, worktops or other furniture; Always lift or lower books or other objects by bending your knees not your back; When moving several items at once, never extend your hand span, always use both hands to support the items; Do not place items on the floor or on top of other items.
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APPRENTICESHIPSNI There are a vast range of courses available through the ApprenticeshipsNI within Southern Regional College. As well as learning new skills, you will work towards gaining vocational qualifications at levels 2 and/or level 3 plus qualifications in Essential Skills, Communication, Application of Number and Information Communication Technology if you have not already achieved them.
Armagh Campus
We offer Apprenticeship programmes at Levels 2 and 3 in the following areas: Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery (Site), Electrotechnical, Fabrication and Welding, and Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. More detailed information is available in the College prospectus.
Newry Campuses – Greenbank Training Centre, West and East Campuses
We offer Apprenticeship programmes at Levels 2 and 3 in the following areas: Brickwork, Business Administration, Carpentry and Joinery (Site and Bench) (including Specialist Joinery), Electrotechnical, Floor and Wall Tiling, Light & Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Horticulture, Painting and Decorating, Plastering and Plumbing. More detailed information is available in the College prospectus.
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Portadown Campus – Training Centre
We offer Apprenticeships programmes at Levels 2 and 3 in the following areas: Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery (Site and Bench), Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Electrotechnical, Food Manufacturing, Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Meat Technology, Plumbing and Vehicle Body Repair & Refinishing. More detailed information is available in the College prospectus. Courses will run subject to sufficient numbers. Further information is available by visiting our website at www.src.ac.uk
LIFELONG LEARNING & COMMUNITY EDUCATION Southern Regional College’s dedicated Community Learning Team ensures that adults from disadvantaged communities have access to learning and vocational training to improve their knowledge, skills and qualifications. We work with community organisations in areas of our region of greatest deprivation and social disadvantage to provide courses at local venues that support the learning and skills’ needs of local people who have underachieved in education, are disengaged or are economically inactive. The team engage with over 75 community associations delivering an array of FE, recreational and essential skills’ courses.
Further information is available by visiting our website at www.src.ac.uk and on our Facebook page @SRCCommunityEducation
Part of our work involves the provision of education to local people based in Neighbourhood Renewal Areas and remote rural areas. Currently there are 7 fully funded programmes part funded by the Department for Communities, the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs and the Prince’s Countryside Fund. Working alongside statuary organisations, employers and service providers, the College offers a wide and diverse portfolio of learning opportunities that connect local people with realistic employment opportunities and life improving skills. These courses range from essential skills programmes in Literacy, Numeracy and ICT, or employment focused training in transport, manufacturing, beauty, construction, catering, security and other sectors. As well as achieving City and Guilds essential skills certificates, learners are able to obtain a range of vocational qualifications, such as Category C lorry and RITTB forklift licences, SIA security licences, CSR cards, various health and safety certificates, Nail and Beauty qualifications and RSPH Food Hygiene certificates.
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USEFUL CONTACTS HELP IN AN EMERGENCY Emergency Services Police, ambulance, fire and rescue and coastguard
999 or 112
Lifeline
0808 808 8000
Southern Area Out of Hours GP After 6pm All day Saturday and Sunday Bank holidays
028 3939 9201
Inspire Students Student Hotline From ROI
Student Helpline NI: 0800 389 5362 Student Helpline ROI: 1800 409 673
Samaritans
Samaritans Newry: (local charges apply): 0330 0945 717 Call free: 116 123
PIPS - Suicide Prevention
CRUSE Bereavement Care Youth Helpline
Rape Crisis
lifelinehelpline.info
NI/UK: workandstudy@ inspirewellbeing.org ROI: workandstudy@ inspirewellbeing.ie jo@samaritans.org
inspirewellbeing.org /students
Upper Bann: 028 3831 0151 Newry and Mourne: 028 302 66195 Belfast: 0800 088 6042/ 028 9080 5850 Call free: 0808 808 1677 Newry and Mourne: 028 3025 2322 Armagh and Dungannon: 028 8778 4004
pipsupperbann @hotmail.co.uk
pipsnewryand mourne.org
Call free: 0808 808 1677 Newry and Mourne: 028 3025 2322 Armagh and Dungannon: 028 8778 4004
newryandmourne cruse.org.uk Branch@cruse.org.uk
Helpline: 0800 0246 991
emailsupport@ rapecrisisni.org.uk
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samaritans.org.uk
info@pipsnewry andmourne.org
pipscharity.com
info@ pipscharity.com pipsnewryand mourne.org
armaghand dungannonArea @cruse.org.uk rapecrisisni.org.uk
MENTAL HEALTH Inspire
Central Office: 028 9032 8474
Young Minds
24hr Counselling Support Line: 0800 389 5362
hello@ inspirewellbeing.org
inspirewellbeing.org/ students youngminds.org.uk
020 7089 5050 Text ‘YM’ FREE to: 85258 Parent/Carer: 0808 8025 544 MIND
0300 123 3393
info@mind.org.uk
mind.org.uk
Aware NI Support for people suffering with depression
028 9035 7820
help@aware-ni.org
aware-ni.org
Mindwise
Portadown: 028 3833 4434 Banbridge: 028 4066 9402 Belfast: 028 9040 2323
Action Mental Health
028 9182 8494
info@aware-ni.org info@mindwisenv.org mindwisenv.org
amh.org.uk
COUNSELLING Inspire
Central Office: 028 9032 8474 24 hour counselling support line: 0800 389 5362
support@ inspirewellbeing.org
inspirewellbeing.org/ students
Niamh Louise Foundation Suicide support
028 8775 3327
info@niamhlouise foundation.com
niamhlouise foundation.com
Relate Healthy Relationships
028 9032 3454
office@relateni.org
relateni.org
CRUSE Bereavement Care Youth Helpline
Call free: 0808 808 1677 Newry and Mourne: 028 3025 2322 Armagh and Dungannon: 028 8778 4004
newryandmourne cruse.org.uk Branch@cruse.org.uk armaghand dungannonArea @cruse.org.uk
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COUNSELLING PIPS - Suicide Prevention
QUB Student Guidance Centre
Upper Bann: 028 3831 0151
pipsupperbann@ hotmail.co.uk
pipsnewryand mourne.org
Newry and Mourne: 028 302 66195
info@pipsnewry andmourne.org
pipscharity.com
Belfast: 0800 088 6042/ 028 9080 5850
info@pipscharity.com
028 9097 2727
sgc@qub.ac.uk
Mobile text or call: 077 8743 2845
andrew.martin@ southerntrust.hscni. net
GENERAL HEALTH Health and Wellbeing Hub On-campus Health Clinic Drop in service, no appointment necessary
pipsnewryand mourne.org pipscharity.com
health.hub@ southerntrust.hscni. net
Newry: Monday Lurgan: Tuesday Armagh: Wednesday Portadown: Thursday Banbridge: Friday Cystic Fibrosis Trust
General Enquires: 020 3795 1555
helpline@ cysticfibrosis.org.uk
Helpline: 0300 373 1000 Hospitals
Armagh Community: 028 3752 2341 Daisy Hill: 028 3083 5000 Craigavon Area: 028 3833 4444 Southern Area GUM Clinic: 028 3756 2080 Royal Victoria: 028 9024 0503
Action Cancer for Patients and Families
028 9080 3344
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info@actioncancer. org
actioncancer.org
STOP SMOKING Health and Wellbeing Hub On-campus Health Clinic
Mobile text or call: 077 8743 2845
Drop in service, no appointment necessary Newry: Monday
andrew.martin@ southerntrust.hscni. net
health.hub@ southerntrust.hscni. net
Lurgan: Tuesday Armagh: Wednesday Portadown: Thursday Banbridge: Friday Southern Health and Social Smoking Cessation Care Trust Service: Stop-Smoking Clinics 028 3756 4400
Stop.smoking@ southerntrust.hscni. net
www.southerntrust. hscni.net
Free NHS Smokers Helpline: 0808 812 8008 Cancer Focus Stop Smoking Support
028 9066 3281
hello@cancerfocusni. www.cancerfocusni. org org
Mobile text or call: 077 8743 2845
andrew.martin@ southerntrust.hscni. net
SEXUAL HEALTH Health and Wellbeing Hub On-campus Health Clinic Drop in service, no appointment necessary
health.hub@ southerntrust.hscni. net
Newry: Monday Lurgan: Tuesday Armagh: Wednesday Portadown: Thursday Banbridge: Friday Common Youth (the Brook)
Belfast: 028 9032 8866
hello@commonyouth. commonyouth.com com
Coleraine: 028 7034 2178 Positive Life HIV Support
028 9024 9268
Family Liaison Officer Gavin Armstrong:
positivelifeni.com
gavin@positivelife. com Family Planning Association NI
Belfast Office: 028 9087 7777 0845 1228 687
fpa.org.uk
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SEXUAL HEALTH GUM Clinic
www.nidirect. gov.uk/articles/ genitourinarymedicine-gumclinics#toc-0
Southern Area GUM Clinic: 028 3756 2080
BULLYING Anti-Bullying Alliance
aba@ncb.org.uk
anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk
Ditch the Label
Hello@ DitchtheLabel.org
ditchthelabel.org
Young Minds
020 7089 5050
youngminds.org.uk
Act Against Bullying
Text ‘YM’ FREE to: 85258
actagainstbullying.org
Parent/Carer: 0808 8025 544 info@ actagainstbullying. org
endbullying.org.uk
Start 360
During covid19 contact number: 079 2312 9559
info@start360.org
Dunlewey Addiction Services
028 9039 2547
admin@dunlewey.org dunlewey.net
Frank Honest information about drugs
Call 24/7: 0300 123 6600
frank@talktofrank. com
talktofrank.com
Addiction NI
028 9066 4434
enquiries@ addictionni.com
addictionni.com
Drink Aware
Drinking: 0300 123 1110
contact@drinkaware. drinkaware.co.uk co.uk
Northern Ireland Anti-Bullying Forum (End Bullying Now)
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL start360.org
Text: 82111
020 7766 9900 Magnet Centre Newry
028 3026 9070
NI Drug and Alcohol Services Directory
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magnetyac@live. co.uk http://services. drugsandalcoholni. info
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Health and Wellbeing Hub On-campus Health Clinic
Mobile text or call: 077 8743 2845
Drop in service, no appointment necessary
andrew.martin@ southerntrust.hscni. net health.hub@ southerntrust.hscni. net
Newry: Monday Lurgan: Tuesday Armagh: Wednesday Portadown: Thursday Banbridge: Friday
WELFARE Adopt Supporting adults linked to adoption
028 9045 4222
Age UK
To get involved with our charity work: 028 9024 5729
adoptni.org
info@adoptni.org ageuk.org.uk
For advice and information: 0808 808 7575 Carers NI Carers Trust: SHSC Carer Coordinator, Clare Forsythe
078 2693 0508 price@carers.org 028 3756 6284 Clare.Forsythe@ southerntrust.hscni. net
carersuk.org/northernireland https://carers.org/our-work-in-northernireland/carers-support-service-northernireland
028 3756 6284 Childline
0800 1111
www.childline.org.uk
NSPCC
0808 800 5000 help@nspcc.org.uk
www.nspcc.org.uk
Under 18: 0800 1111 Welfare Rights Centre Newry
028 3026 7631
College Connect SRC Matt Turner Epilepsy Action
turnerm@src.ac.uk csmyth@epilepsy. org.uk
https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/involved/
078 8577 8585
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WELFARE Citizens advice
0300 3030 306
citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/northernireland/
Simon Community NI Support for the homeless
0800 171 2222
simoncommunity.org
Buttle UK For children and young people in need
028 8774 6778
buttleuk.org
Women’s Aid Federation Northern Ireland
Armaghdown Women’s Aid 028 3025 0765 or 028 3839 7979
womensaidni.org
Cara-Friend Gay, lesbian and bisexual support
028 9089 0202
admin@cara-friend. org.uk
cara-friend.org.uk
SAIL Transgender and gender variant support
028 9532 0023
nicola@sailni.com
sailni.com
The Rainbow Project Supporting and empowering LGBT people in NI
028 9031 9030
info@rainbowproject.org
rainbow-project.org
Transgender NI
0300 302 3202
info@transgenderni. org.uk
transgenderni.org.uk
LGBT Switchboard
0300 330 0630
chris@switchboard. lgbt
Switchboard.lgbt
Disability Action
Head Office Belfast: 028 9029 7880
hq@disabilityaction. org
disabilityaction.org
Mencap
Learning Disability Helpline: 0808 808 1111
Helpline.ni@mencap. org.uk
northernireland. mencap.org.uk
Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission
028 9024 3987
info@nihrc.org
nihrc.org
AccessAble
01438 842 710
hello@accessable. co.uk
accessable.co.uk
Action Deaf Youth
028 9099 2779
LGBTQ+ Support
DISABILITY
PHAB NI Inclusion Matters
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actiondeafyouth. co.uk phabni.org
DISABILITY Education Authority
028 9056 4000
Department for the Economy (DfE)
028 9052 9900
UCAS
UCAS Undergraduate Application Service: 0371 4680 468
NI Dyslexia Centre
028 9065 4670
NUS/USI National Union of Students Northern Ireland
028 9024 4641
nus-usi.org
CCEA Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment
028 9026 1200
www.ccea.org.uk
AQA
0800 197 7162
www.aqa.org.uk
City and Guilds
0844 543 0000
cityandguilds.com
Pearson BTEC
0344 4632 535
https://qualifications. qualifications. pearson.com/en/ pearson.com home.html
OCN NI
028 9046 3990
https://www.ocnni. org.uk
Translink NI Railways/Ulsterbus
Phone: 028 9066 6630 Text Phone: 028 9038 7505
translink.co.uk
Bus Eireann
Dundalk: 00353 42 933 4041 Cavan: 00353 49 433 1353 Monaghan: 00353 47 823 77
buseireann.ie
Iarnrod Eireann
Customer Care: (01)8366 222 Dundalk: 00353 42 933 5521 Drogheda: 00353 41 983 5023
irishrail.ie
eani.org.uk info@nistudents.org
economy-ni.gov.uk ucas.com
info@nidyslexia centre.co.uk
nidyslexiacentre. co.uk
www.ocnni.org.uk
TRANSPORT
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FINANCE Student Finance NI
0845 600 0662
Jobs & Benefits Offices
Benefits Freephone Number: 0800 022 4250
studentfinanceni. co.uk Armagh.delmail@ nissa.gsi.gov.uk
nidirect.gov.uk
banbridge.office@ Employment Services communities-ni.gsi. Phone Number: gov.uk 0300 200 7822 Lurgan. OfficeMailbox@ communities-ni. gov.uk newry.delmail1@ nissa.gsi.gov.uk portadown.office@ communities-ni. gov.uk EMA Website for NI
Helpline: 0300 200 7089
nidirect.gov.uk
CULTURAL/ETHNIC Chinese Welfare Association
028 9028 8277
reception@cwa-ni. info
cwa-ni.org
Commission for Racial Equality
028 9050 0600
information@ equalityni.org
www.equalityni.org
Traveller Support Group
Newry: 028 3083 4200/4272
information@nihe. gov.uk
nihe.gov.uk
nidirect.gov.uk
Armagh: 028 3741 2755 Craigavon: 028 3834 209
ACCOMMODATION NI Housing Executive
General Enquiries: 034 4892 0900
Council for the Homeless NI
028 9024 6440
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OTHER Consumer Council NI
0800 121 6022
consumercouncil.org.uk contact@consumercouncil.org.uk
Health Promotion Agency
028 9032 1313
publichealth.hscni.net
Get Connected
0741 481 3038
getconnected.org.uk
Tenants’ Rights ROI
threshold.ie
National Centre Of Guidance In Exams ROI
00353 1869 0715/6
ncge.ie
Central Applications Office ROI
00353 9150 9800
cao.ie
Higher Education Authority Ireland
00353 1231 7100
hea.ie
Further Education and Training Awards Council
00353 1865 9500
www.education.ie
MABS Money Advice & Budgeting Service
0761 07 2000
www.mabs.ie
Volunteer Now
028 9023 2020
www.volunteernow.co.uk
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND KEY DATES FOR 2020-21 Week No
Week Starting Mon To Week Ending Sun
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FURTHER EDUCATION/ TRAINEESHIPS FULL-TIME KEY DATES Student Enrolment/ Registration Clearing Day 1st Year Classes Begin 1st Year Students LRC Registration 2nd Year Classes Begin FURTHER EDUCATION PART-TIME KEY DATES Enrolment for 2021-22 Begin Day Classes Begin Semester 1 Evening Classes Begin Semester 2 Evening Classes Begin Classes Finish (PT FE) HIGHER EDUCATION FULL-TIME KEY DATES Clearing ongoing from 1st Year Enrolment 2nd Year Enrolment Classes Begin LRC Registration Classes Finish (FT HE) HIGHER EDUCATION PART-TIME KEY DATES 1st & 2nd Year Enrolment Begins Day Classes Begin LRC Registration Evening Classes Begin Classes Finish (PT HE) SFW/ APPNI/ TFS (2nd years only) KEY DATES Clearing Day Classes Begin LRC Induction & Registration Begins OTHER KEY DATES Part-time Saturday Classes Begin Fresher’s Week College Open Days 2022 (subject to ratification) - Portadown - Newry - Banbridge - Kilkeel - Lurgan & Armagh Course SER Submission Enrolment Information Sessions for 2022-23 Begin Higher Education Graduation Ceremony 2022 Higher Education Full-time Semester Dates • Semester 1 (16 weeks) • Semester 2 (16 weeks) Further Education Full-time Semester Dates • Semester 1 (17 weeks) • Semester 2 (17 weeks) SH CC
Wed Fri Mon Mon Mon
1 Sep 2021 3 Sep 2021 6 Sep 2021 6 Sep 2021 6 Sep 2021
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7 June 2021 13 Sep 2021 20 Sep 2021 7 Feb 2022 17 Jun 2022
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24 Aug 2021 26 Aug 2021 25 Aug 2021 13 Sep 2021 13 Sep 2021 3 June 2022
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4 May 2021 13 Sep 2021 13 Sep 2021 13 Sep 2021 10 Jun 2022
Fri Mon Mon
3 Sep 2021 6 Sep 2021 20 Sep 2021
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11 Sep 2021 13 Sep 2021
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2 Mar 2022 3 Mar 2022 8 Mar 2022 9 Mar 2022 10 Mar 2022 24 Jun 2022 23 Aug 2022 3 Sept 2022
13/09/21 – 21/01/22 24/01/22 – 03/06/22 06/09/21 – 21/01/22 24/01/22 – 10/06/22
Statutory Holidays (College closed) P/NAY Previous/Next Academic Year College Closed Student Holiday Period
** Enrolment Information Sessions for 2022-23 begin Tue 23 August 2022 ** (TBC) Staff Rota organised by Curriculum Managers (Staff must be available as previously outlined)
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