Undergrad Prospectus 2017

Undergraduate Prospectus your future | your career | your choice #cardimet

Course Directory & Entry Requirements at a glance The following course directory and matrix will give you a broad indication of the entry requirements needed to enter one of our undergraduate programmes.

The matrix is based on the most common qualifications our students enter our programmes with. Further information about each individual course can be found on the relevant course page. Full details on all accepted entry requirements can be found on our website at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate and on page 114.

Please note that information listed in this prospectus is correct at the time of print.

You should refer to the University website for the most up-to-date information before making your application.

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Please note that applicants are also required to have at least five GCSE grades A*-C for the majority of our courses.

You can view further specific GCSE requirements on the individual course pages.

* Subject to validation 1 Enhanced Level Disclosue and Barring Services Check 2 Occupational Health Check/Screening 3 No automatic progression

Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels (Typical offer)

BTEC

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

Other

Cardiff School of Art & Design

8

Animation - BA (Hons)*

14

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Architectural Design & Technology BSc (Hons)

15

Art Foundation or

CCC-BCC

or MMM-DMM or

240-260

or

96-104

+

Portfolio

Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons)

16

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Ceramics - BA (Hons)

17

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Fashion Design - BA (Hons)*

18

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Fine Art - BA (Hons)

19

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Graphic Communication - BA (Hons)

20

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Illustration - BA (Hons)

21

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Interior Design - BA (Hons)*

22

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

International Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

23

-

or

-

+

240 HE credits

International Foundation (Art & Design)

24

-

-

-

Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

25

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Textiles - BA (Hons)

26

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

-

or

-

-

or

-

or

-

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Foundation­ (or­equivalent)

A-levels

UCAS­Tariff­ Points­(2016)

BTEC

UCAS­Tariff­ Points­(2017­)

Other

Cardiff School of Education

28

Creative Writing and Media - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Drama and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

34

-­­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Drama and Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Drama and Media - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Early Childhood Studies (Single Honours) - BA (Hons)*

41

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Early Childhood Studies and Literacy BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Drama - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & English - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Welsh - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education, Psychology and Special Educational Needs - BA (Hons)*

42

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

English & Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

English & Drama - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

English & Media - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Primary Education Studies - BA (Hons)*

43

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Secondary Education: Music (leading to QTS) - BA (Hons)

44

-­

or

Minimum­CC or inc.­Music

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Secondary Education: Welsh (leading to QTS) - BA (Hons)

44

-­

or

Minimum­CC or inc.­Welsh

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

TESOL & Education Studies - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

TESOL & English - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

TESOL & Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-­

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

45

Foundation­ leading­to­BA/ BSc­Social­ Sciences

80

DBS­ &­ 100­hrs­ + experience­in relevant­ setting

Youth & Community Work - BA (Hons)

or Minimum­CC or

MMP/DM

or

200

or

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Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels

Cardiff School of Health Science

46

Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)

50

Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) - BSc (Hons)*

51

Complementary Healthcare (with Practitioner Status) - BSc (Hons)

52

Dental Technology - BSc (Hons)

53

Environmental Health - BSc (Hons)

54

Food Industry Management - BSc (Hons)*

55

Food Science & Technology - BSc (Hons)

56

Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences

57

Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences

58

Health & Social Care - HND/BSc (Hons)

59

Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons)

60

Housing: Policy & Practice - BSc (Hons)

61

-

or Minimum CC

Housing: Supported Housing - BSc (Hons)

62

-

or Minimum CC

Human Nutrition & Dietetics - BSc (Hons)

63

Nutrition - BSc (Hons)

64

Podiatry - BSc (Hons)

65

Psychology - BSc (Hons)

66

Public Health - BSc (Hons)*

67

Social Work - BSc (Hons)

68

Speech and Language Therapy - BSc (Hons)

69

Minimum CC to include Biology and Chemistry Minimum BC Foundation leading to include B to BSc Health or in Biology/ Sciences Chemistry Minimum CC Foundation leading to include or to BSc Health Biological Sciences Science Foundation leading Minimum BB or to BSc Health to include Sciences3 Science Foundation leading to BSc Health or Minimum CC Sciences Minimum CC to include or Science/Food Technology Minimum CC Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or Science/Food Sciences Technology Minimum 2 or A Levels Minimum 2 or A Levels Foundation leading to BSc Health or Sciences

-

or

ABB to preferably include a Science subject

Other

DMM (Applied Science)

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

DMM in Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM (Biological or Science)

280

or

112

+

DBS1

or

or

DMM to include Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

or

DMM (Applied Science)

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

DMM (Applied Science)

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

PPP

or

120

or

48

+

-

or

MPP

or

140

or

56

+

-

MMM/ MPP/MM

or

240/160

or

96/64

+

-

DDD in Science

or

300

or

120

+

DBS1 & OHC2

or

MMP/DM

or

180

or

72

+

DBS1

or

MMP/DM

or

180

or

72

+

DBS1

DDD in Science

or

300

or

120

+

DBS1 & OHC2

DMM in Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM to include Biological Science

or

280

or

112

+

DBS1 & OHC2

DMM

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

MMM

or

240

or

96

DBS1 & + Relevant Work Experience

-

or

-

Minimum BB Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or or Biology & 3 Sciences Chemistry Minimum CC to include C in Foundation leading to BSc Health or Biology & Food or Technology/ Sciences Chemistry Minimum CC Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or or Biological Sciences3 Science Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social or Minimum BC or Sciences Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social/ or Minimum CC or Health Sciences or Minimum CC

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

or

Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social or Minimum CC/C or Sciences Minimum BB Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or Biology & Sciences3 Chemistry

-

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

BTEC

or

Relevant subjects considered in or or combination i.e. 3 separate subjects

+

DBS1 & OHC2

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Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

BTEC

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

Other

Cardiff School of Management

70

Accounting - BA (Hons)

74

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons)

75

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Business & Management Studies - BA (Hons)

76

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Business Economics - BA (Hons)

77

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Business Information Systems - BSc (Hons)

78

Foundation: CSM

or

CCC

or

MMM

or

240

or

96

+

-

Computer Games Design & Development - BSc (Hons)*

79

Foundation: CSM

or

CCC

or

MMM

or

240

or

96

+

-

Computer Science - BSc (Hons)

80

Foundation: CSM

or

CCC

or

MMM

or

240

or

96

+

-

Economics - BSc (Hons)

81

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Events Management - BA (Hons)

82

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Fashion Marketing Management - BA (Hons)*

83

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (CSM)

84

-

or

c

or

M

or

80

or

32

+

-

International Business Administration (Top-Up) - BA (Hons)

85

-

or

-

or

-

or

-

or

-

+

240 HE credits

International Business Management - BA (Hons)

86

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

International Economics & Finance - BSc/BScEcon (Hons)

87

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

International Hospitality Management - BA (Hons)

88

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

International Tourism Management - BA (Hons)

89

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Marketing Management - BA (Hons)

90

Foundation: CSM

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

280

or

104

+

-

Software Engineering - BSc (Hons)

91

Foundation: CSM

or

CCC

or

MMM

or

240

or

96

+

-

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Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels (Typical offer)

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

BTEC

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

-

Other

Cardiff School of Sport

92

Dance - BA (Hons)

96

-

or

or

DMM

or

280

or

112

+

Dance Experience

Sport & Exercise Science - BSc (Hons)

97

-

To inc. or minimum BB or (inc. Science)

DDD

or

320

or

128

+

-

Sport & Exercise Science (Intercalated) - BSc (Hons)

98

-

or

-

or

-

or

-

or

-

+

Passed the first three years of Medicine degree

Sport & Physical Education - BSc (Hons)

99

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

300

or

120

+

Sport and Physical Education Studies (bilingual) - BSc (Hons) / Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol (dwyieithog)*

100

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

300

or

120

+

-

Sport Coaching - BSc (Hons)

101

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

280

or

112

+

-

Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage - BSc (Hons)

102

-

To inc. or minimum BB or (inc. Science)

DDD

or

320

or

128

+

-

Sport Development - BSc (Hons)

103

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

280

or

112

+

-

Sport Management - BSc (Hons)

104

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

280

or

112

+

-

Sport Performance Analysis - BSc (Hons)

105

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

300

or

120

+

-

Sport Studies - BSc (Hons)

106

-

or

To inc. minimum BB

or

DDM

or

280

or

112

+

-

To inc. minimum BB

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Why study with us?

Top 10 reasons to choose Cardiff Met… oUR FAnTASTIC CAPITAl CITy loCATIon Our University is located in Europe's youngest capital, Cardiff, with a thriving student population of over 42,000. The city boasts all the benefits of a major cosmopolitan destination but in a friendly, safe and affordable space - a great place to live as a student!

See page 134 for further information and watch our student life video to find out more: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ourcity

HIGH lEvElS oF STUDEnT SATISFACTIon 83% of students at Cardiff Met agree or strongly agree that overall, they are satisfied with the quality of their course* *National Student Survey 2015. 100% overall satisfaction in: Accounting | Accounting and Finance | Complementary Healthcare | Education Studies and English | English and Media | Human Nutrition and Dietetics | Nutrition |Sport Coaching | Sport Development.

We have also been ranked as the top UK university for international student support six years in a row in the International Student Barometer (2010 – 2015)*.

See page 152 *ISB survey based on the overall average measure for overall international student satisfaction.

EnHAnCInG THE STUDEnT ExPERIEnCE In November 2014, our commitment to enhancing the student experience was recognised at the annual Times Higher Education Awards, where Cardiff Met won the 'Most Improved Student Experience Award' - as voted for by students.

MAkInG oUR STUDEnTS EMPloyABlE Through work placement programmes and the promotion of student entrepreneurship, our focus on employability has ensured that 94% of our graduates secure employment or enter further study within six months of graduating.* See page 122 Our Students' Union UMAX initiative also helps our students gain valuable employability skills and experience.

See page 145 *Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) 2014.

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MoDERn STUDEnT FACIlITIES Over the last few years, considerable investment has and continues to be made across the whole of the University, with over £70 million of completed and planned investment in estate developments and student facilities.

See page 128

A REPUTATIon FoR qUAlITy In TEACHInG

STUDy ABRoAD oPPoRTUnITIES

The latest Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) report (2014) affirms that Cardiff Metropolitan University met UK expectations for academic standards and student learning opportunities.

As a student of Cardiff Met you will have the opportunity to participate in Outward Mobility and Erasmus exchanges, providing you with the chance to study part of your degree abroad. Previous locations have included California, Florence, Hong Kong and many more. See page 126

STRonG InTERnATIonAl lInkS A lEADInG UnIvERSITy FoR STUDEnT SPoRT The University competes at the highest level in the British Universities & College Sport (BUCS) leagues, regularly winning championships across a wide range of sports. See page 148

Through our strong international links, we educate over 16,000 students from more than 140 countries worldwide, providing our students with the chance to experience cultures from all over the world.

InTERnATIonAlly RECoGnISED AnD woRlD lEADInG RESEARCH Cardiff Met has been ranked as the top post-1992 University in the UK for 'world leading' (4*) or 'internationally excellent' (3*) research in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) (2014), rising 62 places on the previous year.

See page 162

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Contents why study with us

2

Campuses and Facilities

128

About us

6

Library and Information Services

130

Academics Schools and Course Entries:  Cardiff School of Art & Design

132 134

 Cardiff School of Education

8

Cardiff - Our city, your home

28

Travelling to Cardiff

140

 Cardiff School of Management

Student life #cardiffmet

142

70

 Cardiff School of Health Sciences

 Cardiff School of Sport

Welsh Language Provision

4

Accommodation

46

92

109

open Days

110

Admissions and How to Apply

112

Entry Requirements

114

Applicant Tips and Guidance

116

Widening Access

118

Tuition Fees and Finance

120

Employability and Careers

122

Student Entrepreneurship

124

Study Abroad (Outward Student Mobility & Erasmus)

126

Students’ Union

144

Sport for all

148

International Students

152

International Foundation Course

155

Student Advisory and Student Wellbeing Service

156

Alumni Network and Postgraduate Study

160

Research

162

Partnerships

164

Index

166

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About us Located in a vibrant European capital city, Cardiff Metropolitan University is a thriving and modern university. Integral to the city of Cardiff for more than 150 years, we continue to invest in our students’ future with a focus on employability and enhancing the student experience; providing education and training opportunities of the highest quality to students from over 140 countries worldwide.

Our schools specialise in courses that are career orientated and have been designed in conjunction with business and industry. Each school is also heavily involved with research and enterprise activities in their fields and offer thriving study environments for our students. Our academic teams are at the forefront of their fields and are supported in developing their knowledge and skills through the University’s staff review and development scheme.

“It is our objective to develop you into a creative, resilient and sought-after graduate, with the aptitude, skills and experiences that will enable you to make an impact in your chosen profession”

Five Academic Schools

 Cardiff School of Art & Design

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 Cardiff School of Health Sciences

46

 Cardiff School of Sport

92

 Cardiff School of Education

 Cardiff School of Art & Design

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The University’s approach to learning, teaching and assessment is underpinned by high quality academic standards, working in partnership with students, the development and embedding of technology-enhanced learning and assessment, and research informed teaching*

To find out more about the University, please visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/aboutus

“We place the student voice at the heart of our activities and it is our aim to continually enhance your student experience.” *The latest Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) report (2014) confirms that Academic standards at the University meet UK expectations for threshold standards; that the quality and enhancement of student learning opportunities at the University meets UK expectations; that the Information about learning opportunities produced by the University meets UK expectations.

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Connect with the world around you.

Examine it from every angle. Question it, feel it. Open yourself to new experiences.

Feed your creativity – and you can change the world.

At Cardiff School of Art and Design, creativity is shaped by your experiences.

We give you opportunities to see things differently, to explore disciplines and cultures. We push you to expand your horizons and build your skills every single day.

As a CSAD student, you get a thorough, deep understanding of your chosen specialism. But you venture beyond your subject. You collaborate with fellow students. Explore the ideas and theory behind your craft. Draw inspiration from everywhere and everyone – and see where it takes you.

Because when you see a textile project through the eyes of a photographer – or apply architectural thinking to fine art – you create something new, that makes the world sit up.

Choose your own path. Develop new skills in our extensive workshops. Create a business plan – or travel abroad. Get a taste of professional life with a placement with one of our industry partners, or critique the latest research.

Learn how to shape your future. So when you leave us – to be a practitioner, take your studies further or set up your own business – you’re ready to change the world.

IMAGINEDESIGNSKETCHEDITMOULD 8

Your Degree Your undergraduate degree course is built upon three core modules - Subject, Field & Constellation.

Subject This is your specialism, where you belong, the home during your time at university.

You’ll focus on subject modules that will immerse you in the concepts and practices of your chosen degree. You will be creatively and academically challenged, whilst building on your existing skills by taking part in workshops, tutorials and studio practice projects.

Field The field modules are designed to make you look up and around you, experience different ideas in collaboration with students from other courses, noticing differences and similarities and widening your viewpoint.

There will be choices for you to make and new experiences to try. You can start to think about the kind of artist or designer you want to be, try out a business idea, work alongside a research project or take a study trip abroad.

Constellation These modules introduce you to the wider world of ideas, theory and contextual studies. You will learn how art & design contributes to and is influenced by a network of contemporary and historical social, cultural and philosophical settings.

You can choose to study a subject in further depth and produce a range of written/practical work in response.

Typically students will produce a dissertation, a business plan or a combination of theory and practice.

our CourSeS: Animation - BA (Hons)* Architectural Design Technology - BSc (Hons) Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons) Ceramics - BA (Hons) Fashion Design - BA (Hons)* Fine Art - BA (Hons) Graphic Communication - BA (Hons) Illustration - BA (Hons) Interior Design - BA (Hons)* International Design - BA/BSc (Hons) International Foundation (Art & Design) Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons) Textiles - BA (Hons) *Subject to validation

Further inFormation: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/csad Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26

on SoCial meDia:  /cardiffschoolofartanddesign  @csadnews  flickr.com/ cardiffschoolofartanddesign take the tour oF our FaCilitieS at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/virtualtours

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WE WORK WITH STUDENTS WHO ARE SERIOUS ABOUT ART AND DESIGN, READY TO TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR EXPERIENCES AND THEIR FUTURE. SO IF YOU’RE AMBITIOUS, CURIOUS, AND READY TO POUR YOUR HEART AND SOUL INTO YOUR UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE, WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU.

IMAGINEDESIGNSKETCHEDITMOULD 10

FORGEPAINTTHINKMAKECHANGE. 11

 at a glanCe 2009 - 2011: A-level double award in Art & Design, BTEC in Sport – Royal Wootton Bassett Academy Sixth Form

GRADUATE PROFILE

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2011 - 2012:

Art & Design Foundation Course - Swindon North Star College

2012:

Enrolled on the BA (Hons) Ceramics degree Cardiff Met

2015:

Graduated with first-class honours

2015 - 2016:

MA Ceramics, Cardiff Met

Cardiff School of Art & Design at the heart of Charlotte’s passion for ceramics Charlotte Burke’s interest in Cardiff Met began whilst studying GCSE Art & Design at Royal Wootton Bassett Academy. Her teacher at the time, Laura Milne, gained her Ceramics degree at the Cardiff School of Art & Design, and her enthusiasm about the experience struck a chord.

At school, Charlotte was interested in art and design as well as sport, and during sixth form became an FA-accredited Level 2 football coach, gained a BTEC in Sport and a double award Art & Design A-level.

After completing her coaching qualifications, she decided to concentrate solely on art and design, and enrolled on to a Foundation course at Swindon North Star College, Wiltshire.

Charlotte developed a real interest in ceramics as a discipline whilst at college.

She said, “Studying ceramics for the first time, I realised that not many people really work in this area of art, and many people don’t actually understand its potential. I felt this was an area where there was something new to be discovered.”

Cardiff Met came up again at this point, when the ceramics assistant at the college mentioned that she had also studied at the Cardiff School of Art & Design, and recommended the Ceramics course to Charlotte.

Charlotte explained: “I began to look at relevant degree courses in more depth and found Cardiff Met popping up again and again. What finalised my decision to apply to the BA (Hons) in Ceramics here, was the fact it offered a whole ceramics course rather than the subject alongside another discipline, like most other university courses in the subject. Also, I was very impressed by the course’s global reputation as well as the facilities on offer to students.”

Speaking about her time as an undergraduate, she said: “Cardiff Met was a very friendly environment and my tutors really pushed me on, and inspired me to go to the next level with my work. I also have family roots in Cardiff, and loved the fact that the University was far enough away from home for me to gain some independence, but also close enough to travel home easily.”

The hard work paid off, and Charlotte graduated with a first-class honours degree in 2015. She is now enrolled on the MA in Ceramics at Cardiff Met - a yearlong, full-time course – and is enjoying the opportunity to explore and expand upon the work she began at undergraduate level in even more depth.

She said: “The MA really gives me the space and opportunity to engage with my process-led work, and further explore and experience the research element of ceramics”.

“There are great opportunities in Cardiff after my graduation, whether it’s continuing my research to PhD level, or securing Arts Council funding for my own work and space in some of the local community studios. I could also continue embracing my passion for sport by venturing into coaching and teaching opportunities in Cardiff. These are all areas I’m considering, inspired by my time here at Cardiff Met.” Charlotte’s website and blog can be found at: www.charlotteburkeceramics.com  cburkeceramics  Charlotte Burke Ceramics  @CharlieBurke8

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uCaS CoDe: 6hJ3 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

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Animation BA (Hons) *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards COURSE OVERVIEW This course will introduce you to traditional and contemporary techniques of animation, challenging you to experiment and innovate, and ultimately helping you make your mark in this field.

During this year your use of current key animation tools, design concepts and skills will also be developed.

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You’ll have access to workshops and specialist equipment in the purpose built School of Art & Design, enjoy the opportunities of collaboration with students across other disciplines and bring new ideas to your own practice.

Animators use time, sound and form to create the illusion of motion. They breathe life into stories. Even the simplest line drawing can magically come alive and delight anyone in a language that is understood by all. You’ll become familiar with techniques, principles and skills that open up the world of animation. You’ll find your own place in the story telling, planning, and execution of a created world.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

During this year you will be encouraged to identify the areas that you wish to develop in preparation for professional life or further study.

You will be encouraged to experiment with techniques, tools and structures. The uniqueness and versatility of animation, will help you emerge as a practitioner who has the skills and confidence to explore and exploit the application of animation to new markets and contexts. You will become a critical thinker, who is a confident and responsive contributor to the professional discipline.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Graduates from the programme are well placed to work as independent animators, join media and design companies or advertising agencies, or to be employed in the film, television and broadcast industries.

YEAR ONE: You will explore and understand the extent and diversity of contemporary animation practice. The emphasis is on creative enquiry and knowledge acquisition, where you will focus on experimenting with animation techniques, practicing basic animation principles and digital skills.

Additionally, you will be introduced to key concepts in film language, narrative and non-narrative structures, design, motion theory and team working.

YEAR TWO:

During the course, there will be the opportunity to undertake live briefs and work experience. This will include building contacts and undertaking placements as well as exposure to animation professionals through industry talks and mentoring. You will be offered support in forming your own business should you choose to do so.

Graduates may become teachers by taking a PGCE. Some graduates may elect to take their studies further by studying at CSAD for a Master’s level qualification and there are opportunities to take this further still, into research with a PhD or a Professional Doctorate in Art or Design.

This year focuses on your individual creative development. You will develop your skills and concepts within digital technologies in order to advance the understanding of animation processes and terminology.

Writing-skills and scripting for animation will continue to be developed along with story boarding, time management and budgeting practices.

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Architectural Design & Technology BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, this course concentrates on excellence in technical detailing, coupled with a rigorous approach to sustainability and the minimisation of environmental impact; whether designing new buildings or working with our existing built heritage.

You will learn about different building techniques, materials and other factors that impact on the technical design of buildings.

At the same time, you will develop an appreciation of the historical context of architectural design and become familiar with the values of environmentally responsive building design as you study innovative building techniques.

You will have access to our well-equipped studios, gain key presentational skills and become proficient in the use of processes such as Building Information Modelling and Computer Aided Design.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: You are introduced to the demands of architectural technology and cover aspects of design, construction and servicing of lowrise domestic buildings, which help you to understand and embody the threshold concepts of a practicing architectural technologist. You will use a range of drawing and presentation techniques including computer aided drawing and virtual and physical model making.

You will also undertake collaborative work with students from other disciplines within the School and be introduced to a series of diverse historical and theoretical concepts and debates.

YEAR TWO: You will develop your practice knowledge and skills in the discipline of architectural technology, through a series of lectures and exercises covering aspects of design,

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construction and servicing of medium rise, framed buildings. You will continue to develop presentation and technical drawing skills.

You will be given the opportunity to engage with one or more challenging projects, which will require you to negotiate and learn beyond the curriculum of your subject discipline.

In addition, you will focus on the science of architectural technology, including the servicing of buildings, fire, drainage and environmental controls. You will apply and demonstrate this knowledge through student-centred learning activities and studio projects.

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By developing an autonomous approach to your work you will actively plan ahead towards the start of your career as a professional, or to engage in a higher level of further academic study.

uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-260 points 2017 – 96-104 points

You will produce a professional presentation of your work as a culmination of your creative and technical development as an architectural technologist, which will be built around the design and exhibition of a complex live or simulated building project.

You will also produce a dissertation of significant value to your field.

All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The focus of the degree is not only to develop you as a student and critical thinker, but to inspire your growth into a skilled and intellectual architectural technologist.

These attributes, which are dependent on one another, combined with practical experience and an understanding of the architectural design and technology industry, will form the beginning of your career, and stand you in the strongest possible position to carry it forward.

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You can choose a four-year 'sandwich degree' option, whereby your third year is spent on placement in an architectural practice or similar environment.

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uCaS CoDeS: W291 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Artist Designer: Maker BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

This course has making at its heart, enabling you to engage with practices drawn from a broad spectrum of creative disciplines including art, design and craft. Bridging the gap between traditional skills and new technologies, the course will enable you to work in a myriad of ways, including producing work for batch production, bespoke one-off pieces or manufacture.

This combination of traditional skills and the use of new technologies is part of what makes this course so unique and exciting.

You will explore the synergies between these areas, creating new ways of making for our ever-changing world.

Designed to enable you to reflect upon your own strengths and interests and to begin to shape your career by building intellectual expertise and vocation into the core of your practice.

Alongside this skill acquisition you will learn about the context of making practices. You will identify where your work is situated within the broader parameters of creative practice and you will learn how to investigate and develop an idea into a fully realised material outcome, whether this is a functional product, a decorative artefact, an installation or an expressive object.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

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Designed to develop your understanding of the key concepts in practicing art and design through making. You will become familiar with the materials, processes and equipment relevant to creative practice.

These will include processes in ceramics, textiles, wood, metal and glass, as well as CAD applications and rapid prototyping.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

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You will be set a challenging project, which will require you to negotiate and learn beyond the curriculum of your subject discipline and take the form of international study, work experience or voluntary social engagement. You will also engage in a diverse range of topics where you will be able to put your academic skills into practice. This will include critiquing current literature as well as contemporary journals and exhibitions.

YEAR THREE: Student-led in terms of both content and outcome and designed to help you further your creative practice. You will produce a professional presentation of your design collection and demonstrate your ability to produce a dissertation of significant value to your field.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The structure of the course enables you to gather the experience and knowledge relevant to your own future aspirations as a maker. You may choose to gain strong business experience, or undertake a work placement within industry. Equally you may wish to take a more academic path, carrying out research-based projects with one of the professors or academics within the school.

Throughout your time at CSAD, you will be meeting and hearing from professionals within your industry, honing your skills and ideas for commercial and professional advantage. Cross-disciplinary projects will prepare you for teamwork later on, whilst live briefs will prepare you for deadlines and the demands of tight specifications.

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Ceramics BA (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

Ceramics at the Cardiff School of Art and Design has a global reputation that attracts students, practitioners and academics from all over the world. With a long-standing and uninterrupted reputation for excellence in the field, based on an approach that is dynamic and progressive.

From domestic tableware ware to sculpting the human form, surface pattern to environmental, time-based installation, the diversity of your practice is channelled only through shared fascination with the versatility and material languages of clay.

This is a chance to choose a route that will help you define your individual practice, with options including professional work placements, studying ceramics in other cultures by travelling abroad and further possibilities of entering into collaborative projects across the School. You will also engage in a diverse range of topics through which you will be able to put your academic skills into practice.

You will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of processes, exploring the full potential of ceramic applications and acquiring advanced skills in a range of technologies. You will be supported in excellent facilities and dedicated studio spaces by an award-winning academic team, whose specialist interests include figurative ceramics, materiality, utility, new technologies and creativity.

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The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: You will begin by examining the power of material language through a diversity of clay practice. Your ideas will be explored in relation to a series of core skills from throwing and plasterwork, to multiple hand building and construction processes, to different firing methods and approach.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

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entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following:

uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

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CourSe length: Three years full-time

a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM

The emphasis is on professional practice and career planning. Your major project and exhibition brief will represent the culmination of your learning, as well as your development into a ceramicist with a strong skill set and distinctive voice.

Ceramics Graduates are well placed to enter a broad range of careers; including sculpture and more ‘white cube’ or gallery orientated practices; designers/makers working in industry or as design consultants; studio potters; and self-employed artists/ ceramists. Others might go into teaching, model making, arts management, curating museum or collection practices. Many graduates from the course progress to postgraduate study on our prestigious MA Ceramics programme.

PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus

art Foundation Diploma and/or

YEAR THREE: Taught practices include: Throwing (Traditional Pottery); Hand Modelling; Cob Building; Mold Making; Tile and Surface Pattern; Firing; Digital Fabrication.

uCaS CoDe: W232

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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BA (Hons) *Subject to validation for 2017 entry COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This course will prepare you to be part of a fast moving, multi-faceted and evolving fashion industry. You will have the opportunity to travel to broaden your horizons and bring the world to your design thinking. You will develop skills from pattern cutting and CAD - to 3D printing and laser cutting.

You will complete a major research/design project preparing you for the graduate fashion design market. Negotiated, the work produced will be exhibited and entered into competitions and should challenge creativity through research, design development and design translation/ realisation to a high level. Creative investigation into garment shape and silhouette, as well as form and finish will be developed through creative pattern cutting and successive toiling processes.

Fabrications and materials will be key with a focus on texture, colour and print.

entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following:

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

art Foundation Diploma and/or

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a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

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Fashion Design

Briefs are structured to give you the space to explore the contemporary fashion design landscape and help you to find your place within it. Creative briefs will challenge preconceived notions about what fashion is and can be in the future. You will be introduced to primary research and be expected to keep sketchbooks that include drawing, design development, documenting 3D experiments in form, silhouette and fabric resulting in links to clothing design.

The fashion exhibition/catwalk show will allow you to see your vision realised on the body, but also to understand the production demands of time and resources. Finally the portfolio will include a range of promotional materials to showcase your professional body of work.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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You will apply techniques and skills to more industry focused methodology and outcomes. Simulated or live briefs will give you alternative perspectives on fashion from differing brands/designers as well as different areas of the market. Creative problem based learning and studio practice, together with more advanced workshops, will provide you with the skills and confidence in make and stand by decisions.

There is also a growing professional focus, with particular emphasis on relevant skills and knowledge for the design and production of clothing that makes an impact in the contemporary world. You will be set challenging projects that require you to undertake extensive research and to appreciate, select, and effectively make use of traditional techniques and new technologies.

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Practical and strategic thinking will be required to develop competition briefs and industry briefs where applicable and this will help to identify the direction your portfolio will take.

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During the course emphasis will have been placed upon your work ethic, both creatively and academically, matched with significant focus on real experience in industry and with the current issues in the world of Fashion design. The strength of this course is that as well as giving you an insight into the glamour and excitement of the industry, your studies will include real world skills development and will ask challenging questions of ethical and ecological practice in an international context.

In addition to the role of the designer, associated specialisms that might interest you as career options are: Garment Technology, Accessory Design, Retail Buying, Fashion Illustration, Merchandising, Fashion Styling, Textile design, Fashion Public Relations, Fashion Writing/Blogging.

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Fine Art BA (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

At the Cardiff School of Art and Design we offer contemporary Fine Art practice that is innovative and current but which is mindful of its historical context and informed by traditional skills. Our course is intended for those whose ambition is to practice as a professional artist, to work as a professional in the creative industries or in education.

You will begin to explore your artistic position through an in depth study of key artworks within the cannon of fine art that you have a personal affinity with. You will be encouraged to be bold and experimental in order for you to fully interrogate the positions and materials you have chosen to work with, and to explore new ways forward for your practice.

You will develop your skills through an engagement with materials within a studio practice culture. You will begin by exploring the materials of the contemporary fine artist, such as paint, wood and metal, photography, video-installation, performance, or print. You may elect to study techniques employed within other disciplines such as digital design technologies, ceramics or sound.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: You will be introduced to the breadth of processes available to the fine artist along with the critical thinking that underpins the rational for selecting certain materials. You will be required to take part in a directed drawing programme to help develop ideas, communicate complex information and solve conceptual problems, central to the study of fine art.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

You will engage with one or more challenging projects, which will require you to negotiate and learn beyond the curriculum of your subject discipline and engage in a diverse range of topics where you will be able to put your academic skills into practice.

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PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS. A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM

YEAR THREE:

uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points

You will develop your studio practice and the focus is on the production of a body of work, which demonstrates your individual vision and ability and how you choose to position your practice within the context of a public fine art exhibition. You will also produce a dissertation of significant value to your field.

All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The structure of the course enables you to acquire an awareness of entrepreneurship and professional practices, undertake a work placement within industry, carry out research with one of our Professors, or travel to study fine art in countries where the traditions are very different.

uCaS CoDe: W100

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In the third year the emphasis is on developing your studio practice to a professional standard for exhibition. This is supported by a dissertation, which could take the form of a business plan or a critical review, preparing the way for your career on graduation.

Some graduates choose to stay at CSAD and progress to postgraduate study by undertaking the MFA Fine Art or MA Art & Design programme.

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uCaS CoDe: W210 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Graphic Communication BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

Graphic design is about bringing ideas to life and making meaningful visual messages; it is both the secret to great design and the skill behind conveying complex information, which must be easy, as well as enjoyable, for a reader to digest. Whatever the medium, a graphic communicator uses words, images, schematics, colour, form, metaphors, symbols and stories to innovate and create lasting messages.

You will reflect on your own strengths and interests, building intellectual expertise and vocation into the core of your practice as the foundations for your future career.

Our broad and varied curriculum invites you to explore all kinds of visual languages, as well as the technologies that link different client and audience groups. You will be encouraged to use as wide a range of these materials and technologies as possible, although equal emphasis is placed on your ability to develop strong ideas. It is this combination of practical, intellectual and vocational experiences that makes our course award-winning.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: Designed to immediately challenge you with questions around what it means to be a Graphic Communicator. You will question accepted notions of Graphic Communication as you are introduced to the written, spoken and visual skills, which define the design profession.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

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You will engage with one or more challenging projects, which will require you to negotiate and learn beyond the curriculum of your subject discipline and you will engage in a diverse range of topics where you will be able to put your academic skills into practice.

YEAR THREE: Your final year concentrates on 'real world' opportunities, from working with mentors to live briefs and competitions. Built around a major project and an exhibition brief, you will produce a professional presentation of your design collection and a dissertation of significant value to your field.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The commitment to facilitating real-world experience and building contacts makes a significant contribution to our excellent employment rates. Visiting speakers and live briefs with real clients are core to the delivery of our degree, ensuring that you get to know people in the industry before you graduate. You will be learning at the home of the critically acclaimed Cardiff Design Festival, with the support of industry mentors, and access to an enviable network of employers, as well as past graduates who are leading the field at both local and international level.

You will be well placed to join design companies, work as a designer in large organisations, or set up your own businesses.

Further training, for example a PGCE or postgraduate study at CSAD at masters or doctorate level are also options.

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Illustration BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

Illustration always has a purpose. This applied art form covers a vast range of methods and media, and is constantly growing in its contexts both through new technologies and traditional media. From enhancing literature, to enabling understanding of science, medicine and health, politics and commerce; illustration brings sense, understanding, empathy and humanity to complex and difficult subject matter.

In the third year you will work towards producing a refined body of work, which reflects your passion for communicating ideas arising from your chosen subject matter. We ask you to constantly question the power of images in our visually oversaturated world and to consider how your work will speak to audiences humbly, helpfully and inclusively.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS This degree will help you to discover what kind of illustrator you want to be through explorations in subject matter, materials and skills. We will enable you to develop the robust range of skills, ideas and fluidity to fulfil your unique potential.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: You will concentrate on unlocking ideas that can be translated into illustrative material.

The emphasis will be on illustrative perspectives, including those of the inventor and interpreter. You will explore applied narrative, drawing, making and collaborative processes and have the freedom to experiment with familiar and unfamiliar technical skills, according to your emerging needs, interests and strengths.

The course is designed to develop you into a rounded and capable illustrator and intellectual. This is built upon a curriculum that has your potential in mind. As such, the emphasis that will have been placed upon your work ethic, both creatively and academically, is matched with significant focus on real world experience. This will include building contacts and undertaking placements as well as live briefs. You will be offered support in forming your own business should you choose to do so.

Graduates from the programme are well placed to join design companies, work as illustrators and designers in large organisations, or set up their own businesses. Some take further training, for example a PGCE. Some elect to take their studies further by studying at CSAD for a Master’s level qualification and there are opportunities to take this further still, through a Professional Doctorate in Design.

uCaS CoDe: W220 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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YEAR TWO: Your second year offers the challenge of communicating complex information using a variety of voices and perspectives. All second year work is underpinned by discourse, reading, and writing; helping you to explore new knowledge.

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uCaS CoDe: 56F1 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Interior Design BA (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

Interior designers understand how people live, work, and play. They know how our sense of place can influence the way we feel.

By creating spaces, places and environments you will discover how light, sound, materials, colour and surfaces, technology and detail, can elicit emotional responses and create atmosphere; whether for spaces for living or working, commercial or domestic.

You will explore and understand what it means to be an Interior Designer in the 21st Century. You will learn more about the working life of a designer and begin to work independently and responsibly as a member of an Interior Design team.

The course is designed for you to gain a confident understanding and intellectual awareness of the nature of spaces, a working knowledge of the technical, legal and logistical skills the interior designer needs, and the opportunity to engage with contemporary interior design practice.

Core subjects of drawing, model making and studio design techniques and high-end CAD/CAM technologies, understanding materials and digital space will lay the foundations for specialisation in a commercial career or further study.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

You will develop your own understanding of the appropriate design language and identity for the particular client culture and user/s. You will consider the site-specific restrictions and possibilities, and apply your knowledge of materials qualities, surfaces and texture; colour; form; furniture and furnishings to create a Place for Experience.

You will contextualise your ideas from a global, ethical, sustainable perspective, as well as being aware of technical, legal and regulatory constraints.

YEAR THREE: Working with academics and interior design consultants if appropriate, you will write a self-set brief that allows you to further explore and consolidate practical and creative skills alongside your professional aspirations. You may, for example, choose to explore commercial, specialist or a more speculative, philosophical direction to your work.

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You will work in a studio culture, learning design strategies and the synthesis of the interior elements of object, space and experience.

You will learn how to visualise your ideas and present them, through sketching, technical drawing, model making, CAD visualisation and verbal presentation techniques. You will also focus on ethical and social issues such as environmental, ecological and sustainability principles as well as technical, legal and regulatory constraints.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your interior design practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The emphasis that will have been placed upon your work ethic, both creatively and academically, is matched with significant focus on real world experience; from building contacts and undertaking placements to live briefs and, should you choose so, support in forming your own business.

You will have the opportunity to engage with clients and in your final year and have the option of devising a detailed business plan should that be appropriate, rather than submit a dissertation.

Graduates from the programme are well placed to join interior design companies, work as independent designers or undertake postgraduate study.

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International Design BA/BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW the Ba/BSc international Design programme is a one year level 6 award that allows students from anywhere in the world to convert their diploma into an honours degree.

The programme welcomes students from any design background including Graphic Design, Fashion or Textile Design, Interior Design, Product Design, User Experience Design or Craft Design. You will work together within in an interdisciplinary design environment strengthening your existing skills and practices within an international context. You will generate a body of work that has international scope and awareness and will make you highly employable and comfortable with diverse International clients.

MODULES: Subject (orientation): Is design really global? Or do designers unwittingly reinforce their own economic, historic, social and cultural models. This module will teach you how to play with ideas that question and develop your design practice. You will explore how designers might think in parts of the world with which you are not familiar, or know only from what you have seen in films or on TV. You will develop a deeper understanding of how your own practice has economic, historic, social and cultural practices embedded within it. You will also explore visual thinking and visual communication strategies that will help you to creatively explore unfamiliar international contexts and communicate your ideas amidst a diverse range of language abilities.

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exhibition: Built around a major project and an exhibition brief, you have the chance to develop a professional presentation of your design strategies and solutions. This presentation will be the culmination of your work on the International Design programme and should provide you with a substantial basis on which to build your future career as an International Designer.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The programme will provide you with the skills to be a flexible, agile and capable designer who can quickly and creatively adapt to new and unfamiliar international contexts.

The emphasis is placed upon the flexibility of your design strategies, both creatively and academically, that will support you in undertaking industry placements, live briefs, as well as identifying new and creative opportunities for business ventures anywhere in the world.

The programme will also help you prepare for a career within commercial design practice and strategy, buying and consultancy, marketing and advertising, business strategy, brand development, or teaching. It will also prepare you for further postgraduate study, doctoral research and publishing.

uCaS CoDeS: tS8W: BA 2h64: BSc PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: One year full-time entrY requirementS: Applicants should already have 240 UK Credits equivalent to a Diploma Level (5) Qualification.

Students whose first language is other than English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.0 standard or equivalent and be invited to attend a presessional English language programme at the University.

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Constellation: You will develop a deeper understanding of how to map and position the international historical, socio-cultural, economic and theoretical context of your subject work. We recognise that English may not be your first language and so the programme tutors will work closely with you to help you write a dissertation, a technical report or to present your project verbally and visually.

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PlaCe oF StuDY: English Language modules are delivered through the English Language Training Centre in the Cardiff School of Education, Cyncoed Campus.

Art and Design modules are delivered making use of the purpose built Art and Design studios and workshop facilities in Cardiff School of Art and Design, Llandaff Campus.

International Foundation (Art & Design) is a one-year full-time programme that aims to help International students to develop language and academic skills to a level appropriate for successful progression to an intended undergraduate degree course.

The programme provides a guaranteed opportunity to join year one (Level 4) of any of the undergraduate three-year honours degree programmes within the Cardiff School of Art & Design upon successful completion:

There are five compulsory modules:

Animation - BA (Hons)* Architectural Design & Technology - BSc (Hons) Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons) Ceramics - BA (Hons) Fashion Design - BA (Hons)** Fine Art - BA (Hons) Graphic Communication BA (Hons) Illustration - BA (Hons) Interior Design - BA (Hons)* Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons) Textiles - BA (Hons)

english language modules: • English Language Proficiency • English for Academic Purposes • Professional Development art and Design modules:

CourSe length: One year full-time Two intakes: September to June/January to August

• Practical Art and Design • Art and Design Presentation

entrY requirementS: Applicants should have completed their high school education; have a relevant finishing certificate and achieved IELTS 4.5 or equivalent - note that under current UKVI regulations, a minimum of 4.0 in each component is required.

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* Subject to validation for 2016 entry **Subject to validation for 2017 entry HOW TO APPLY: Please refer to our international web pages for full details on the application process: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international Programme fees can be found by visiting: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/eltc

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Product Design BA/BSc (Hons)

KEY FACTS

COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

On the Ba Product Design, the focus is more on the intellectual and creative skills required to develop objects of purpose, beauty and social relevance. You will be positioned to understand the user, not least in relation to the forms and functions of objects in social groups and diverse cultural situations.

You will reflect upon your own strengths and interests and will have a choice from a wide range of challenging projects requiring you to undertake extensive research and to appreciate, select, and effectively make use of, traditional techniques and new technologies.

On the BSc Product Design, the focus is more on technical and engineering issues and concerned with design for manufacture and assembly. You will have the chance to develop your logistical and intellectual skills, especially those needed for problem solving and product development.

BA students will be introduced to a number of topics through a series of lectures, seminars and laboratory/workshop sessions, whilst BSc students will engage in a diverse range of topics putting academic skills into practice.

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YEAR THREE: You will have the option to switch from the BA to BSc (or vice versa) at the end of year one. Irrespective of this choice, your studies will involve learning the product development process, from concept to production.

The final year begins by identifying a market need (identified by yourself or your industry sponsor) or a brief from a national/ international product design competition.

You will have access to a very wide range of workshop facilities, including FabLab, and can develop skills in both traditional and unusual technologies. Working in specialist design studios, you will gain a practical understanding of a wide range of materials.

BSc students will complete a dissertation in the form of technical research, whilst BA students have the choice of submitting a 10,000 word essay or a business plan, a technical report, conference paper and presentation, a 6000 word paper and accompanying practical piece.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

With support and academic direction from your project supervisor, all students will progress through a self-directed conceptual design brief and work towards a professional presentation of your design collection.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

You will explore and understand what it means to be a Product Designer in the 21st Century. You will assess and evaluate the key role that product designers have played and might play in addressing social, economic, cultural and environmental issues, as well as how they have sought to shape relationships between humans and technology.

The structure of both courses offers you the opportunity to gather strong business perspective, undertake a work placement within industry, carry out research with one of our Professors and research staff, or travel to study Product Design in countries where the traditions and culture are very different.

The choice is yours, and it is there to help realise your ambitions – whether they are to continue your personal development through further study, build an audience for your work, work in industry, join an agency, or build the beginnings of your client list.

You will also collaborate with students from different subjects and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

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aCCreDiteD BY: The Institute of Engineering Designers uCaS CoDeS: W240: BA W241: BSc PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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uCaS CoDe: W231 PlaCe oF StuDY: Llandaff Campus CourSe length: Three years full-time entrY requirementS: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: art Foundation Diploma and/or a-levels: CCC-BBB BteC: MMM-DDM uCaS tariff: 2016 – 240-300 points 2017 – 96-120 points All applicants are required to attend an interview day where you will be expected to present a portfolio of work.

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Textiles BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Textile design is about the development of all kinds of textile materials for use in a wide variety of ways, from textiles for fashion to interior design and from decorative products to paper-based products, such as greetings cards, gift-wrap and wallpapers.

This course is designed for you to gain a confident understanding and intellectual awareness of the nature of textile materials, a working knowledge of elected technical skills in print, stitch and embroidery, and the opportunity to engage with contemporary design practice.

With core subjects of drawing, colour workshops, traditional studio design techniques and high-end CAD/CAM technologies, understanding materials and digital media will lay the foundations for specialisations in both hand-based and digital applications.

The course is built upon three core modules across the three years – Subject (your specialism), Field (your opportunity to collaborate) and Constellation (theory and contextual studies).

YEAR ONE: You will study the concepts and practices of textile design; be creatively and academically challenged, whilst building upon your existing skills by taking part in workshops and studio practice.

You will be offered the opportunity to collaborate across subject disciplines and develop your ability to contextualise your practice by introducing historical and theoretical perspectives to assist in the development of ideas.

YEAR TWO:

You will be set a challenging project, which will require you to negotiate and learn beyond the curriculum of your subject discipline and engage in a diverse range of topics where you will be able to put your academic skills into practice.

YEAR THREE: Working with academics and design consultants, you will write a self-set brief that allows you to further explore and consolidate practical and creative skills alongside your professional aspirations. You may, for example, choose to explore global or local textile design opportunities, commissions or competitions.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Whilst your learning is designed to develop you into a rounded and capable textile artist/designer and intellectual, your curriculum is similarly structured with your potential in mind. As such, the emphasis that will have been placed upon your work ethic, both creatively and academically, is matched with significant focus on real world experience; from building contacts and undertaking placements to live briefs and, should you choose so, support in forming your own business.

You will have the opportunity to engage with businesses and in your final year, you have the option of devising a detailed business plan, rather than submit a dissertation, Throughout your time at CSAD, you will be meeting and hearing from professionals within your industry, honing your skills and ideas for commercial and professional advantage. Cross-disciplinary projects will prepare you for teamwork later on, whilst live briefs will prepare you for deadlines and the demands of tight specifications.

The emphasis is on professionalism; how to engage these skills in a way which might inform your future plans and assist you in achieving them. Innovation and creativity is important; you will be problem-solving, building an intellectual portfolio and reflecting on your progression in becoming a confident designer, capable of a wide range of textile processes, design practice and thinking.

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Cardiff School of Education The Cardiff School of Education (CSE) has been providing initial teacher education (ITE) for over 60 years and forms part of the South East Wales Centre for Teacher Education and Training (SEWTCET). This expertise in Primary and Secondary ITE is complemented by a stimulating mix of Humanities and Education joint Honours programmes, where you can combine subjects that include English, Media, Drama, Creative Writing, Education Studies, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and more, to graduate with a degree that focuses on your interests.

A professionally endorsed programme in Youth and Community Work completes the School’s portfolio of undergraduate programmes.

Why choose the cardiff school of education?

• Employability and career development is central to CSE, with 93% of our graduates entering employment or further study within six months of graduation1.

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• We have high levels of student satisfaction across all our programmes.

91% of CSE students agree or strongly agree that overall, they are satisfied with the quality of their course2.

• Through our excellent links with industry, such as Literature Wales and Fresh Ties, we encourage our Humanities students to participate in cultural events and relevant work experience to enhance career opportunities.

• Studying in Cardiff offers our English, Creative Writing, Media and Drama students the opportunity to study creative and cultural practices in a vibrant capital city; the largest UK creative industry sector outside London.

• Our Humanities academic team is made up of internationally recognised and published authors who bring extensive knowledge and practical experience to enhance your chosen degree programme.

• Our Education Studies academic team offers an innovative range of courses that provides an excellent route towards teaching, with many graduates choosing to progress to PGCE teacher training programmes within the School upon graduation.

• Education and Early Childhood Studies students also have the opportunity to volunteer within our Forest School, located within our on-site outdoor learning centre. Students gain valuable practical experience working with children and young adults from local

schools and voluntary organisations in this unique facility, providing quality experiences critical to assisting applications for jobs within the education sector. The centre also provides students with opportunities to gain accredited Forest School levels one and three qualifications.

• Graduates from our Secondary ITE programme in Music or Welsh become equipped with the skills to respond to present and future challenges in education. Students of this course are registered for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) allowing entry to the teaching profession at secondary level.

• Our Youth and Community Work course is professionally endorsed by Education Training Standards (ETS) Wales and is recognised by the Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) for Youth and Community Workers.

our courses: humanities & education Joint honours Programmes: Creative Writing & Media - BA (Hons) Drama & Creative Writing - BA (Hons) Drama & Literacy - BA (Hons) Drama & Media - BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies & Literacy - BA (Hons) Education Studies & Drama - BA (Hons) Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons) Education Studies & English - BA (Hons) Education Studies & Literacy - BA (Hons) Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity - BA (Hons) Education Studies & Welsh - BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing - BA (Hons) English & Drama - BA (Hons) English & Media - BA (Hons) TESOL & Education Studies - BA (Hons) TESOL & English - BA (Hons) TESOL & Literacy - BA (Hons)

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Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)* Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs - BA (Hons)* Primary Education Studies - BA (Hons)* Secondary Education: Music or Welsh 11-16 (Leading to QTS) - BA (Hons) Youth & Community Work - BA (Hons)

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A-levels in English, Maths, Biology and Chemistry at Brynteg Comprehensive

2009 - 2010: First year degree in Medicine at Cardiff University 2010 - 2011

Year out working in retail

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Freelance theatre director

march 2016: Co-directing ‘Constellation Street’ at the Other Room Theatre in Cardiff

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Degree in English & Drama helps Chelsey follow her dream to work in theatre Theatre director Chelsey Gillard began higher education following a very different career path, but a change of direction early on has since rewarded her with her dream career in drama.

I really think the two subjects complement each other. So many of the lecturers at Cardiff Met are willing to go above and beyond - everyone is passionate and knowledgeable.

Chelsey, who is originally from Bridgend in South Wales explained, “After taking mainly science A-levels at my school, I decided to study Medicine at Cardiff University. After just a year, I realised I was on the wrong course; I was putting far more time and effort into my adventures with the drama society than in to my studies.

“I particularly liked some of the more unusual elements of the course like getting to study graphic novels, and the theatre facilities are incredible. You get to learn about all aspects of making theatre like lighting and sound - not many courses will give you such a wide basis of knowledge to draw from in the future.

“I made the decision to drop out and really didn't know what to do, so I spent a year working in retail. This gave me the space and time to think about what I really wanted, and I came to the decision that I should study what I really enjoyed learning about, and that was drama.”

Speaking about her interest in theatre, Chelsey said: “Growing up in Wales, theatre and stage was always part of my life with Eisteddfodau and school choirs, but my interest was really ignited when I joined Bridgend Youth Theatre at 14 where the alumni includes Rob Brydon, amongst others. Being able to perform in high quality productions with a hugely talented bunch of people, many who have gone on to have very successful careers in drama, gave me a really good start in developing a professional working attitude and more importantly a passion for theatre.

“After leaving my medical degree I knew I wanted to pursue my passion, but couldn't decide between English and Drama. Luckily Cardiff Met offered a joint honours degree course which was ideal.

Chelsey enrolled on the three-year BA (Hons) English & Drama at the Cardiff School of Education. She said:” I loved being able to do a joint honours course as

“In addition to my studies, I put in a lot of work to make myself known to the theatre community of Cardiff. I would see and review shows at various venues, email directors I admired to ask if I could chat to them or sit in on their rehearsals, and I made use of the wonderful National Theatre Wales online community.

Chelsey is now working as a freelance theatre director and has long-term links with Pontardawe Arts Centre and The Other Room in Cardiff, where she is a trainee director.

Speaking about her career, she said: “What I learnt at Cardiff Met allowed me to be a useful member of the team when I started getting jobs as an assistant director, and now I get to work with lots of exciting companies and venues making exciting theatre shows. This year I will be co-directing a really exciting piece of new writing called Constellation Street at The Other Room, which will be a new challenge. I am so excited to be working on such a great play written by one of Wales' best writers, Matthew Bulgo, alongside some amazingly talented actors.”  @chelsey_gillard

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BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes COURSE OVERVIEW

CREATIVE WRITING

Our joint honours degree programmes within the Cardiff School of Education, offer you the unique opportunity to combine subjects from the following Humanities and Education subject areas and to graduate with a specifically named degree:

Taught by published authors who have hands-on experience of writing for publication, the Creative Writing element of your degree will develop your thinking through textual and practical exploration, and equip you with a wide variety of writing skills and methodologies in relation to different genres (fiction, poetry, scriptwriting, non-fiction, etc.).

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creative Writing drama early childhood studies education studies english literacy media sport & Physical activity tesol (teaching english to speakers of other languages) • Welsh For entry requirements please see page 40. core modules (across all degree combinations):

• Skills for Success in Higher Education • Developing Work-Based Skills • Work-related Placement: Managing Yourself & Others • An Introduction to Academic Research • Independent Project subject specific modules: The following descriptions will provide an introduction to each of the subject pathways and the modules you may study.

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You will be encouraged to consider textual influence and experiment with different styles. At the core of the degree is your development as a writer and the honing of skills that you can use to find jobs in a variety of creative industries such as publishing, journalism and marketing.

You'll cultivate your individual voice and writing style through revision and editing and share your writing and thinking with your fellow students in a supportive and evaluative environment. We will encourage and support you to seek publication and to develop a writing portfolio for prospective employers. you can combine creative Writing with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Creative Writing & Media (D3K2) • BA (Hons) Drama & Creative Writing (J42W) • BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing (QW38) as well as core modules, you will study creative Writing specific modules: • • • • • • • •

Writing Stories Writing Poetry Creative Non-Fiction Urban & Contemporary Writing Scriptwriting Digital Media Publishing Auto/biographical 'I' Professional Practice in the Creative Arts

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BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes (continued) DRAMA

EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES

Drama will introduce you to a range of theatre genres, playwrights and practitioners using both textual and practical exploration.

You will be encouraged to consider the influences from which theatre is made, experiment with performance styles and analyse theatre practice. In addition, you have the opportunity to develop your own skills as a theatre maker, as both performer and director. You will also explore how drama can be applied to a range of community and educational settings, which will complement your work-based placement in year two.

You will be encouraged to consider issues such as children’s rights, child development, and the importance of working with families and ways in which childhood is evolving. In addition, you will experience play and early learning, using our unique Outdoor Learning Centre, which will give you opportunities to explore real life practice and engage in Forest School and project work. This will be in addition to work-related experiences in relevant settings.

you can combine drama with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Drama & Creative Writing (J42W) • BA (Hons) Drama & Literacy (6G72) • BA (Hons) Drama & Media (8GF3) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Drama (XW34) • BA (Hons) English & Drama (QW34) as well as core modules, you will study drama specific modules: • • • • • • •

Theatre Practitioners Drama Perspectives Applications of Drama Directing Approaches Post War British Drama Other Theatres Performance Project

As part of the joint honours programme, you will study issues around historical and contemporary education, the psychology of education and practice-based skills including working with children with additional learning needs and learning and teaching through ICT. you can combine early childhood studies with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies & Literacy (41HR) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies (X300)

 “Cardiff Met was one of a few universities that offered this joint course. I had spent a lot of time in Cardiff and loved the city; the University was growing and developing and seemed ideal for me.” miv hipkiss BA (Hons) Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies Graduate.

Family Support Worker at Children’s Centre.

as well as core modules, you will study early childhood studies modules: • • • • • • • • • •

Just Playing?

The Developing Individual Safety First: Safeguarding in the Early Years Understanding Children’s Worlds: Perspectives of Early Childhood Extending Learning: Innovative Approaches Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies: Young Children’s Health Powerful Children? Children’s Rights in Early Childhood Rainbows, Woodpeckers and the Swamp of Biting Mud: Outdoor Play and Learning Over the Rainbow: Creativity & Imagination in the Early Years Through the Looking Glass: Observation & Reflection

Alternatively, you may choose to study Early Childhood Studies as a single Honours degree. This will provide you with more practical experience within Early Years settings. Please see page 41.

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 “During my first year at university, I have really enjoyed the variety of things Reading Literature has to offer. It allows you to explore different texts, whether that be Drama, Poetry, Hybrid narratives or the Novel. The flexibility within the course means that you aren't limited within your studies.”

BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes (continued) EDUCATION STUDIES

ENGLISH

Education Studies is the study of psychological, sociological, historical and political issues that shape education. The focus of this subject is on learning throughout life and explores education across the age ranges, from early childhood into adulthood. We critically examine key educational research and policy and how these impact on education. The course blends theory with practice and will extend your knowledge and understanding of education provision in a range of context, both at home and abroad.

The study of English engages with your enthusiasm for reading and literature and will introduce you to advanced critical thinking in the form of theoretical practice.

You will analyse a wide range of texts (including film and digital narratives) to explore the cutting edge of English as well as its canonical texts.

you can combine education studies with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Drama (XW34) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies (X300) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & English (XQ33) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Literacy (XQ34) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity (XB39) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Welsh (XQ35) • BA (Hons) TESOL & Education Studies (56D2)

english joint honours student as well as core modules, you will study education studies modules: • • • • • • • •

Education Past, Present & Future* Psychology of Education* Teaching in all its Forms* All things being equal: Education & Equality* Supporting Learners: Strategies and Challenges* From Cradle to Grave: Lifelong Learning* Global & Comparative Education Learning & Teaching with ICT

* Modules available through the medium of Welsh.

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A mixture of thematic and chronological modules ensures a good grounding in genre, context and period. You will challenge assumptions about the production of narratives and their relationship to questions of authority and identity. The degree has a strong contemporary focus and provides highly valued employability skills. you can combine english with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing (QW38) • BA (Hons) English & Drama (QW34) • BA (Hons) English & Media (QP33) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & English (XQ33) • BA (Hons) TESOL & English (853R) as well as core modules, you will study english specific modules: • • • • • • •

Critical Approaches Reading Literature Monsters, Cyborgs & Imaginary Worlds Romanticism and its Legacies Children's Literature Narratives, Identities & Place Modern & Contemporary Literature

English Modules are taught by a research active team who have research interests in Romanticism, Modernism and Contemporary Literature, gender and sexuality, women's writing, children's literature, fantasy literature, science and literature, with specialisms in the work of John Ruskin, DH Lawrence, Virginia Woolf, and J. R. R. Tolkien.

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BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes (continued) LITERACY

MEDIA

Literacy is a unique degree subject that is not only in tune with national and international priorities, but will also allow you to develop your own literacy and creativity skills. Using advanced technologies and cutting edge theories you will explore contemporary literacies, as well as more traditional forms of literacy. The latest classroom theories, techniques and pedagogical practices are examined. This will enable you to gain an in depth knowledge of the current trends and issues surrounding education in Wales, and the wider world. Creativity is also a key theme throughout the course and you will be able to develop your knowledge of children's literature for example, as well as taking part in exciting creative projects.

The subject combines theoretical analysis of media, such as film, TV and digital media with practical skills in digital media, media writing and journalism, with particular focus given to 'specialist journalism', such as film, music, fashion and sports journalism.

You will develop knowledge and understanding of significant themes in the promotion of oracy, reading and writing. Key issues explored include defining literacy, creativity, the use of technologies, children's literature, adult literacy and bilingualism.

Practical placements are embedded within the course with a view to developing employability skills in a range of different learning environments. you can combine literacy with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies & Literacy (41HR) • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Literacy (XQ34) • BA (Hons) Drama & Literacy (6G72) • BA (Hons) TESOL & Literacy (TYC3)

Taught by academic staff who are current practitioners and researchers, this distinctive degree subject also has a strong employability focus allowing you to combine theoretical perspectives with practical vocational skills. You will graduate with strong communication and analytical skills that are highly valued in today’s employment market. These skills are reinforced by optional work placements. you can combine media with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Creative Writing & Media (D3K2) • BA (Hons) Drama & Media (8GF3) • BA (Hons) English & Media* (QP33) as well as core modules, you will study media specific modules: • • • • • • •

Introduction to Media Theory Getting Started in Journalism Culture, Media & Sports Journalism The Moving Image Media Industries Radical Cinema Digital Culture & New Media

 “Media Industries is a very interesting module, taught in a dynamic and engaging way. It enabled me to find a clear interest in my future career path and what I want to get out of my degree.

The guest speakers also helped me get a better understanding of the variety of jobs within the media.” media joint honours student

* Our BA (Hons) English & Media degree achieved 100% overall satisfaction in the 2015 National Student Survey.

as well as core modules, you will study literacy specific modules: • Once Upon a Time: Stories of Literacy & Stories for Children • To Infinity & Beyond! Development of Personal Literacy & Creativity Skills • Gruffaloes, Heffalumps, Hunger Games & Hogwarts • In a Galaxy Not So Far Away • Bilingualism & Multilingualism • Dancing to Different Beats: Literacy for Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties • Lights, Camera, Action! Community Literacy

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 “I’d definitely recommend the course. The staff are really supportive and it opens the door for you to progress to the PGCE Primary course at Cardiff Met.” charlotte morgan BA (Hons) Education Studies & Literacy Graduate

BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes (continued) SPORT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY This subject examines sport and physical activity, health issues and sports principles and techniques, and explores current issues in physical education. The modules have a distinct educational focus.

You will be able to choose specific sports to specialise in, selected from a wide range of National Curriculum-based sports.

Participation in practical sport and physical activity will not only enable development of interpersonal skills but also provide knowledge and understanding of technical aspects and the application of theory into practice. There will also be opportunities to gain national coaching qualifications. you can combine sport and Physical activity with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity (XB39) as well as core modules, you will study sport & Physical activity specific modules: • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to Sport Coaching & Physical Education • Sports Coaching & Physical Education • Health Related Exercise • Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Advanced Physical Education • Health Related Exercise - Analysis & Application

TESOL (TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) This subject combines the theoretical aspects of language analysis, lesson planning and teaching methods with practical teaching skills for learners of English as a second language, at all levels.

The second year of the programme embeds the industry standard CELTA qualification, which provides you with practical skills, knowledge and experience in English language teaching.

The academic team have practical experience of working in Asia, the Americas and Europe, as well as working extensively with learners from the Middle East and Africa.

The course will cover a broad range of different practical contexts from teaching young learners overseas to learners of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) in the UK. With shifting demographics within and beyond the European Union, the opportunities for graduate employment are very good for qualified English language teachers. you can combine tesol with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree: • BA (Hons) TESOL & Education Studies (56D2) • BA (Hons) TESOL & English (853R) • BA (Hons) TESOL & Literacy (TYC3) as well as core modules, you will study tesol specific modules: • • • • • • • • • •

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Passport to TESOL Characteristics of the English Language Preparing for TESOL Learners, Teachers and the Teaching & Learning Context Language Analysis & Awareness Language Skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing Planning & Resources for Different Teaching Contexts Developing Teaching Skills & Professionalism Designing Materials & Syllabi for ELT Theory & Practice of EAP

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BA Humanities & Education Joint Honours Programmes (continued) WELSH/CYMRAEG

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

The study of Welsh investigates Welsh identity through the exploration of language, literature, culture and society. You will examine modern Welsh identity in a national and international context. You will have the opportunity to attend a Welsh work-based placement in the second year to enable you to develop your practical use of Welsh in the workplace.

education studies, early childhood studies, Welsh and literacy Graduates:

Mae'r astudiaeth o'r Gymraeg yn ymchwilio i hunaniaeth Gymreig drwy astudio iaith, llenyddiaeth, diwylliant a chymdeithas.

Byddwch yn archwilio hunaniaeth Gymreig gyfoes mewn cyd-destun cenedlaethol a rhyngwladol. Bydd cyfle i chi fynd ar brofiad gwaith mewn cyd-destun Cymraeg yn yr ail flwyddyn er mwyn hybu eich sgiliau ymarferol yn y gweithle Cymraeg. you can combine Welsh/cymraeg with the following subjects and graduate with the following named degree:

Employability skills are generated both through experience in work-based settings and also in the teaching and learning within the University environment. Our graduates access a range of jobs and employment opportunities including further study in education via the Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or Graduate Teacher Programme and have also pursued careers in nursery management, educational welfare and worked as local education officers for local education authorities.

Progression to PGCE Teacher Training: Guaranteed entry to the selection process for PGCE Primary at Cardiff Met for all graduates of Education Studies is offered, with at 2:2 degree classification or above.

Grade B in GCSE English and Maths and grade C in Science are also required.

 “The teaching staff are invaluable. They put a huge amount of effort into the course to make sure students gain from every possible learning opportunity.” sally thomas BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing Graduate

• BA (Hons) Education Studies & Welsh (XQ35) as well as core modules, you will study Welsh specific modules: • Knowledge of Language/Gwybodaeth am iaith • Contemporary Welsh Media/Cymraeg a'r Cyfryngau Cyfoes • The literary traditio /Y Traddodiad Llenyddol • Creative Forms/Ffurfiau Creadigol • Welsh in an International Context/ Cymraeg mewn Cyd-destun Rhyngwladol • Professional Welsh/Cymraeg Proffesiynol • Tales & the Novel/Chwedl a Nofel • Old Poetry/Yr Hen Gerdd • Contemporary Poetry/Cerddi Cyfoes

english, creative Writing, media and drama Graduates: Cardiff has one of the largest media and creative-industry sectors outside London, including BBC Wales, ITV Wales, S4C, BBC Radio Wales and Media Wales (walesonline.co.uk, the Western Mail and Echo).

You will be well situated to draw upon a range of opportunities to combine theory with 'applied practice' and be supported and encouraged to develop a portfolio of highly valued skills and practices, putting you in a strong position when it comes to moving towards a career.

Our graduates pursue careers in professions such as writing (fiction, poetry, script), journalism, publishing, editing, media production, teaching, lecturing, PR, copywriting, advertising, video game production, web content generation, research, and the Civil Service. There is also significant scope to go on to further study at PGCE, Master's or PhD level.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS (CONTINUED)

UCAS CODES

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tesol Graduates:

This programme offers the following named degrees and subject combinations. The relevant UCAS code, shown below, should be used on your application:

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Place of study: Cyncoed Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on: a-levels: BCC (to include grade B minimum) Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points education studies, early childhood studies and literacy applicants: Entry is also subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

There are a number of career paths for graduates of the TESOL programme. Many graduates prefer to use their qualification for extended overseas travel, teaching in language schools in countries as diverse as Vietnam, China, Oman, Spain, Greece or Australia. Others graduates prefer to work within the UK in private language schools, Summer schools or in community based schools. The TESOL degree gives students the advantage of looking for work with the industry standard CELTA certificate, as well as practical experience in areas that would assist them finding managerial posts in private schools, examination training or working on university English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

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XW34: X300: XQ33: XQ34: XB39:

sport and Physical activity Graduates: XQ35: This pathway provides a solid foundation for a range of future careers. For example, our graduates have gone on to teaching Secondary PE, primary teaching, coaching, the leisure industry, community sports development, and recreation management.

Progression to PGCE Teacher Training:

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d3k2: J42W: 6G72: 8Gf3: 41hr:

QW38: QW34: QP33: 56d2: 853r: tyc3:

BA (Hons) Creative Writing & Media BA (Hons) Drama & Creative Writing BA (Hons) Drama & Literacy BA (Hons) Drama & Media BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies & Literacy BA (Hons) Education Studies & Drama BA (Hons) Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Education Studies & English BA (Hons) Education Studies & Literacy BA (Hons) Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity BA (Hons) Education Studies & Welsh BA (Hons) English & Creative Writing BA (Hons) English & Drama BA (Hons) English & Media BA (Hons) TESOL & Education Studies BA (Hons) TESOL & English BA (Hons) TESOL & Literacy

Guaranteed entry to the selection process for PGCE Primary and PGCE Secondary (Physical Education) at Cardiff Met for all graduates of this subject, with at 2:2 degree classification or above. Grade B in GCSE English and Maths and grade C in Science are also required.

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Early Childhood Studies (Single Honours) BA (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This new innovative single honours degree programme has been developed in direct response to proposed changes to Early Years provision within Wales. As such, we are working with the Care Council for Wales (CCW) to develop a nationally recognised qualification for Early Years provision and practice within Wales.

• Independent/Empirical Research Project • Professional Practice 3 • Understanding Children’s Worlds: Perspectives of Early Childhood 2 • Over the Rainbow: Creativity & Imagination in the Early Years • Inclusive Practice • Teaching and Learning with ICT

You will be encouraged to consider issues such as children’s rights, child development, and the importance of working with families and ways in which childhood is evolving. In addition, you will experience play and early learning, using our unique Outdoor Learning Centre, which will give you opportunities to explore real life practice and engage in Forest School and project work. This will be in addition to work-related experiences in relevant settings.

Full module detail can be found on our website.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Skills for Success in Higher Education Developing Work-Based Skills Professional Practice 1 Just Playing?

Developing the Individual Safety First: Safeguarding in the Early Years Understanding Children’s Worlds: Perspectives of Early Childhood 1 • Education Past, Present & Future YEAR TWO: • Work-related Placement, Managing Yourself & Others • An Introduction to Academic Research • Professional Practice 2 • Extending Learning: Innovative Approaches • Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies: Young Children’s Health • Powerful Children? Children’s Rights in Early Childhood • Rainbows, Woodpeckers and the Swamp of Biting Mud: Outdoor Play and Learning • All Things Being Equal: Education & Equality

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Alternatively, you may choose to study Early Childhood Studies as part of the joint honours degree programme in Humanities and Education. Please see page 35.

course lenGth: Three years full-time entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points

Employability skills are generated both through experience in work-based placements and within the teaching and learning environment. In addition to the programme, you have opportunities to further develop your knowledge, skills and experience through voluntary work. For example, we provide Forest School training and opportunities to volunteer with local schools and community groups.

Progression to PGCE Primary Teacher Training:

Place of study: Cyncoed Campus

a-levels: BCC (to include grade B minimum) Btec: DMM

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

Our graduates will be able to access a range of jobs and employment opportunities in a range of areas including nursery management, educational welfare and as local education officers for local education authorities. This degree also provides a solid foundation for a range of related careers such as family support work, health and social care, community and play work.

ucas code: rd43

Bsc (hons): a-levels: To include grades CC minimum Btec: MMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points Entry is also subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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We are pleased to guarantee entry to the interview process for the PGCE Primary Course at Cardiff Met for all graduates of this programme. An Honours degree classification of a 2:2 or above is currently required and the statutory entry requirements (including B grades or equivalent at GCSE for English and Maths, C grade for Science) must also be met.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/pgceprimary

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Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs BA (Hons)*

KEY FACTS

COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This exciting new degree programme in Education, Psychology and Special Educational Needs offers a unique opportunity to examine a range of additional learning needs in depth whilst also providing a strong focus on psychology.

• Independent/Empirical Research Project • Issues & Debates in Special Educational Needs • Teaching & Learning with ICT • Future of Education • Social Behaviour • Disorders of Cognition

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ucas code: 71P2 Place of study: Cyncoed Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on: a-levels: BBC (to include grade B minimum) Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check.

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*Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards

The degree will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical strategies needed to support a range of learners, including those with special educational needs. You will explore the varying fields of psychology, focusing on how they can impact on an individual's development, behaviour and thought processes.

This programme offers an excellent gateway for individuals interested in professional careers in areas such as special education, teacher training, educational support services, educational social work and educational psychology.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Skills for Success in Higher Education Developing Work-Based Skills Education Past, Present & Future Psychology of Education Teaching in all its forms The Developing Individual Historical & Contemporary Issues in Psychology • Introduction to Research Methods & Statistics • Introduction to Cognition YEAR TWO: • Work-related Placement: Managing Yourself & Others • An Introduction to Academic Research • All Things Being Equal – Education & Equality • From the Cradle to the Grave – Lifelong Learning • Supporting Learners: Strategies & Challenges • Individual Differences • Cognition & Biological Influences on Behaviour • Statistics for Psychology

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Full module detail can be found on our website.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS This degree leads to a diverse range of career options including working in the private or public sector, social and educational research, teacher training, educational support services, educational development within the community, academia, education-related work within charity organisations, the health sector, and the full range of psychology careers.

During the programme, you will have opportunities for work experience within a range of educational settings including special needs schools. This will help prepare you for employment or further study. There is potential for you to undertake postgraduate study relating to careers in teaching and Educational Psychology and to undertake Master’s or PhD level research.

Progression to PGCE Primary Teacher Training: We are pleased to guarantee entry to the interview process for the PGCE Primary Course at Cardiff Met for all graduates of this programme. An Honours degree classification of a 2:2 or above is currently required and the statutory entry requirements (including B grades or equivalent at GCSE for English and Maths, C grade for Science) must also be met.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/pgceprimary

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Primary Education Studies BA (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

The Primary Education Studies degree is a dynamic and exciting programme that will give you a thorough understanding of fundamental issues in education across a range of contexts and environments. The course has a specific focus on the primary sector and will provide an ideal platform for those interested in careers in primary education. In addition, this degree supports those interested in working in the wider fields of education, health and social work.

• Independent/Empirical Research Project • More than the Mirror Image: The Reflective Practitioner • Over the Rainbow: Creativity & Imagination • The Unseen World: Working Together For Children • The Heart of the Matter: Children’s Health & Wellbeing • Teaching & Learning with ICT

Regular opportunities for work-based experience in schools will enable you to be involved in current practice using the latest technologies and learning strategies. The city of Cardiff and its surrounding areas boasts a diverse range of schools that will allow you to see sector-leading practice across all areas of the primary phase.

Please note: This degree does not award 'Qualified Teacher Status' (QTS). However, the programme prepares you for various professional training routes including School Direct and PGCE routes towards QTS and other forms of postgraduate study.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • • •

Skills for Success in Higher Education Developing Work-Based Skills Just Playing?

Once Upon a Time: Stories of Literacy & Stories for Children Safety First: Safeguarding in the Early Years Education Past, Present & Future Psychology of Education The Developing Individual

YEAR TWO: • Work-Related Placement, Managing Yourself & Others • An Introduction to Academic Research • Thinking With Feeling: Cross-curricular & Experiential Learning • Gruffalos, Heffalumps, Hunger Games & Hogwarts: Oracy, Reading & Writing • In a Galaxy Not So Far Away: Contemporary Literacies • All Things Being Equal – Education & Equality • Supporting Learners: Strategies & Challenges

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Full module detail can be found on our website.

Place of study: Cyncoed Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on: a-levels: BCC (to include grade B minimum) Btec: DMM

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points

This course will support you in your pursuit of careers in a variety of job markets and industries including: primary education; library and information management; heritage education; arts education; community education; media and communication services; publishing; health and wellbeing; government administration; the arts; tourism and leisure. Work-based experiences throughout the course will provide you with the opportunity to gain experience within professional environments.

Progression to PGCE Primary Teacher Training:

ucas code: d93t

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check.

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We are pleased to guarantee entry to the interview process for the PGCE Primary Course at Cardiff Met for all graduates of this programme. An Honours degree classification of a 2:2 or above is currently required and the statutory entry requirements (including B grades or equivalent at GCSE for English and Maths, C grade for Science) must also be met.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/pgceprimary

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ucas codes: XW33: Music XQ3m:Welsh Place of study: Cyncoed Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs, inc. English Language & Maths at grade B and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Music or Welsh (depending upon pathway) Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Secondary Education: Music or Welsh 11-16 (Leading to Qualified Teacher Status) BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

This programme is designed to produce competent and confident secondary school teachers of Music or Welsh as a second language. Subject knowledge is delivered in parallel with Education Studies and you will be able to place all academic work in the school context through regular school placements. The overall aim of the programme is to train new Welsh and Music secondary teachers who can contribute to the raising of standards in schools by engaging in high quality and effective teaching.

core modules:

You will be placed in Partnership Schools in the South Wales area. The first year will contain subject-based studies, Education modules and an observation placement in school. Years two and three will then develop subject knowledge, pedagogy, and Education. Both years will contain a block placement, which will involve observation of good practice, team teaching and lesson delivery. You will leave the programme equipped with the skills to respond to present and future challenges in education and to become reflective practitioners. The programme is based on the curriculum for 11-16 (up to GCSE), and meets the needs for teachers at this age-range in the Secondary sector.

YEAR ONE: core modules:

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• • • •

Introduction to Education School Observation Study Skills Profiling & PDP

subject specific modules (Welsh/Cymraeg): • Gwybodaeth am Iaith 1/Knowledge of Language 1 • Y Traddodiad Llenyddol a'r Stori Fer • Seminarau Iaith a Llen/Seminars – Language & Literature • Cyfathrebu Cymraeg Cyfoes subject specific modules (Music): • • • •

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Music Technology Historical Perspectives 1 Arranging 1 Performing and Rehearsing

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Professional Studies School Experience Methodology Welsh Methodology Music

subject specific modules (Welsh/Cymraeg): • Gloywi Iaith 2/Language Improvement 2 • Golwg ar Ryddiaith/Persectives on Prose • Cymraeg mewn Cyd-destun/Language in Context subject specific modules (Music): • Arranging 2 • Historical Perspective 2 • Composing YEAR THREE: core modules: • School Experience & Personal Development Planning • Professional Studies • Methodology Welsh • Methodology Music subject specific modules (Welsh/Cymraeg): • Gloywi Iaith 3/Language Improvement 3 • Golwg ar Farddoniaeth/Perspectives on Poetry • Prosiect Arbennig/Special Project subject specific modules (Music): • Music and Theatre • Historical Perspective 3 • Special Project EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Graduates of the course will be registered for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) allowing entry to the teaching profession at secondary level. Graduates from this course will have strong career prospects in their chosen subject in the secondary sector.

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Youth & Community Work BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

Professionally endorsed by Education Training Standards (ETS) Wales and recognised by the Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) for Youth & Community Workers, this course is designed for youth and community workers who wish to extend their understanding, skills and competence as informal educators and gain a nationally recognised professional qualification in youth and community work.

You will have a clearer idea of the direction your career is taking, so you have the option of studying community practice, youth and community work in a global context, and teaching in non-formal environments. All Honours degree candidates undertake a module in supervision theory and skills, a 200-hour placement, and a piece of research (dissertation) on an area of your choice, supported by tutorials.

All our lectures are undertaken in small cohorts (usually no more than 35 students) and delivered by qualified staff who have significant experience in youth and community work. You will be on placement throughout the course in a wide variety of youth and community settings.

This course will help you to develop your critical faculties, providing a deeper understanding of social inclusion, empowerment and the nature of society, which will develop your skills to engage effectively in a key role in the community.

YEAR ONE: You will be given an introduction to professional skills as a youth and community worker, and academic skills are integrated in the programme. You'll cover basic concepts in sociology and social psychology, whilst also studying human development and the learning theory that underpins informal and formal education practice. A community research module will enable you to undertake a small piece of research on a community of interest to you.

You will also undertake a placement of 200 hours.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS This course is designed to provide a professionally recognised qualification in youth and community work. The course attracts students who are interested in a range of community professions including youth work, community education, community development, supported housing, alternative education/alternative curriculum, mentoring and guidance, youth justice and voluntary organisations working in a community setting.

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ucas code: X320 Place of study: Cyncoed Campus Foundation year at Llandaff Campus (if taken). course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (inc. foundation year) Also available part-time. entry reQuirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades CC minimum Btec: MMP/DM ucas tariff: 2016 – 200 points 2017 – 80 points

Professionally qualified staff are in high demand, particularly as Youth Work has been a degree-entry profession since 2010.

Many graduates will find paid employment in the above professions whilst they are students, and promotion is often secured upon completion of this professional qualification.

foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences (see page 57) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check and experience in an aspect of youth & community work (equivalent to 100 hours to be completed prior to commencing the course).

YEAR TWO: You will study issues connected with education, politics and social policy and be introduced to research skills for community practitioners. Modules consider issues of equality, social justice, leadership, management and organisational theory in a youth and community context. You will also undertake a placement of 400 hours, including a block placement for eight to 10 weeks, supported by tutorials.

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Cardiff School of Health Sciences At the Cardiff School of Health Sciences (CSHS) we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals through the delivery of high quality education and research.

Our exciting portfolio of interdisciplinary programmes across Health Sciences and Social Care areas provide you with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills, gain practical experience and utilise cutting edge equipment and facilities, in preparation for your chosen career.

Why choose the cardiff school of health sciences?

• Work placements are integral to most of our degrees, maximising practical experience and ensuring excellent career opportunities upon graduation.

and a number are unique within Wales, allowing direct entry into your chosen profession and forming an excellent springboard for your career.

• 93% of CSHS graduates enter employment or further study within six months of graduation1.

• Our staff are research active and regularly speak at national and international conferences. They act as advisors to national and international funding and decision-making bodies across all subject areas. This means our courses are delivered by staff with

• Many of our programmes are professionally accredited to meet the requirements of healthcare professions,

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extensive experience within their respective fields.

• We have high levels of student satisfaction across the school. 83% of CSHS students agree or strongly agree that overall, they are satisfied with the quality of their course2.

• We offer excellent facilities that will enhance your learning experience.

These include the £4.9 million Food Industry Centre for food science and nutrition students. We have dedicated microbiology, chemical analysis, dental technology and health assessment and physiology laboratories. There is a clinical simulation suite, working clinics for podiatry and complementary healthcare, as well as dedicated spaces for psychology and speech therapy students.

• Our personal tutor scheme will support you in your personal, academic and professional development; enhance your student experience and support you through every step of your learning journey and life at university.

• Progression to postgraduate and research study is available across a wide range of subjects within the school. further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/cshs our courses: Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) - BSc (Hons)* Complementary Healthcare (with Practitioner Status) - BSc (Hons) Dental Technology - BSc (Hons) Environmental Health - BSc (Hons) Food Industry Management - BSc (Hons)* Food Science & Technology - BSc (Hons) Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences Health & Social Care - HND/BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons) Housing: Policy & Practice - BSc (Hons) Housing: Supported Housing - BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics - BSc (Hons) Nutrition - BSc (Hons) Podiatry - BSc (Hons) Psychology - BSc (Hons) Public Health - BSc (Hons)* Social Work - BSc (Hons) Speech & Language Therapy - BSc (Hons)

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 at a Glance 2003 - 2005: Fraud investigator at car insurance firm 2005 - 2009: Employment adviser, Civil Service, Liverpool 2006 - 2007: Part-time study for Certificate in Counselling at the Open College Network 2009 - 2010: Foundation year, Cardiff School of Health Sciences, Cardiff Met 2010 - 2013: BSc (Hons) Psychology, Cardiff Met

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2013:

Begins work as a psychological wellbeing practitioner, Leeds NHS

2013 - 2014:

Completes Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from Sheffield University

Re-training led to rewarding psychology career for graduate Kate Kate Crompton was in her early twenties, working as an employment adviser for the Civil Service in her native Liverpool when she decided she wanted to re-train.

Kate explained: “In my role at a Job Centre at the time, I felt as though I was meeting a lot of people who were in distress, but that I wasn’t able to help them with the root cause of their problems and unemployment, or address their situation in any depth.

“I had already done some part-time study for a Certificate in Counselling, but I decided I wanted to take my study to degree level so that I would be able to apply for the sort of career I was really interested in.

“I went along to an Open Day at Cardiff Met, where first and foremost I was really taken by the staff members in the psychology department. They seemed so open and passionate about the subject and talked about how they knew each student individually. I got the impression that I wouldn’t just be ‘another’ undergraduate.

“As a student returning to education, a big appeal of the course at Cardiff Met was that it offered the one-year Foundation course, to allow me to then progress on to degree level. I didn’t really fancy the idea of sitting A-levels alongside lots of younger people so Cardiff Met offered the perfect solution for me.”

After studying her foundation year at Cardiff Met, Kate progressed onto the BSc (Hons) Psychology at the Cardiff School of Health Sciences.

Speaking about her three-year degree, Kate said: “I can’t speak highly enough of the staff in the department, they were really supportive, and when I had some personal problems during the course, they were extremely flexible and offered me help around my work load and deadlines.

“The course also importantly offered me great employability prospects, it is British Psychology Society (BPS) accredited which is a major selling point for employers. My tutors were invaluable in helping me secure my role after graduation, by giving me pointers and advice and letting me help out with projects in my spare time to help build my experience further.”

Kate is now working as a psychological wellbeing practitioner (PWP) for Leeds NHS. She said: “My job entails completing assessments, one-to-one treatments and group therapy sessions with people with mild to moderate mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. I am also a clinical supervisor for trainee PWPs, so a large part of my role involves facilitating continuing professional development sessions. I have also been able to complete my postgraduate professional training alongside working.

“I am really enjoying my role and so glad I made the decision to retrain at Cardiff Met. With a BPS qualification, there are lots of opportunities open to me for the future too, perhaps to become a therapist or go into clinical psychology in the future.”

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accredited by: Institute of Biomedical Science ucas code: b900 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

Biomedical Science is a continually changing and dynamic scientific discipline, concerned with understanding how diseases develop and how they may affect the normal functioning of the body. The aim of this discipline is the investigation of the disease process and, ultimately, the development of methods for monitoring, diagnosing, treating and preventing disease.

The final year focuses on the integration of previously acquired knowledge to provide you with an appreciation of the multidisciplinary approach to research, diagnosis and management of disorder and disease. Subjects covered will include the laboratory investigation of disease, bioinformatic analysis, translational research and a selection of topics of current relevance to biomedical science.

The final year research project will further encourage independent learning, the continued development of technical research skills, scientific writing and critical analysis.

Professionally accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, the course is designed to enable you to develop, integrate and apply scientific knowledge, understanding and skills to the multi-disciplinary investigation of human disease and disorders, such as diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease.

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a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Biology and Chemistry btec: DMM (Applied Science)

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b900

You will gain an understanding of human physiology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, microbiology and immunology.

Laboratory and teaching sessions will provide you with the scientific knowledge and technical skills that will prepare you for years two and three. In addition, you will be able to develop relevant analytical, communication and transferable skills.

YEAR TWO: You will gain more understanding of molecular biology and acquire expertise in a range of specialist investigative techniques; epidemiology and data analysis and research methods. Coverage of areas such as medical biochemistry, cellular pathology, haematology, transfusion science, medical microbiology, immunology, pharmacology and toxicology will explore the nature, importance and treatment of disease processes.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Graduates will be equipped to find employment in a variety of contexts, including pathology laboratories, research laboratories, the food industry, forensic science, pharmaceuticals, health and safety, commerce and teaching. In addition, many of our graduates have gone on to study for higher degrees at postgraduate level, including graduate entry medicine and dentistry degrees, and further professional qualifications.

Graduates may use their expert scientific knowledge and analytical skills to investigate diseases such as diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease. As such, you are able to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment and support the research and development of new diagnostic tests or pharmaceutical products.

Please also see BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science on page 60.

In addition, a professional development module will encourage you to consider your own career aspirations, and help you to develop key transferable skills that will assist in your preparation for future employment.

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Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) BSc (Hons)* * Subject to validation for 2016 onwards ( formerly called BSc (Hons) Sports Biomedicine & Nutrition)

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YEAR TWO:

This degree focuses on the scientific study of all aspects of lifestyle and the strategies that can be employed to improve health.

Emphasis is placed on the role that exercise, health promotion and nutrition contribute to this end. The course includes a series of fundamental science-based modules in human physiology, nutrition, biochemistry and psychology.

You will apply your knowledge obtained in year one, through the use of laboratorybased techniques and practical sessions to understand the relationships between exercise, health and disease. Emphasis is placed on the detection, assessment and monitoring of the effects of exercise and nutrition on health and fitness. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in using techniques for the detection and measurement of performance-enhancing drugs.

Modules are designed to allow you to understand the interactions between our bodies and minds and the environment in which we live. These are complemented with exercise-based modules in sport and exercise physiology, psychology of sport and exercise, health related exercise and public health nutrition. These modules will allow you to understand and predict how the body responds and adapts to exercise, and to consider the strategies that can be employed to improve health, fitness and performance.

You will have access to well-equipped, recently refurbished laboratories at the Llandaff campus, including the recently developed Health Assessment Suite, as well as the state-of-the-art facilities located at our Cyncoed campus.

YEAR ONE: You will be introduced to the underlying themes of human nutrition, human physiology, biochemistry, and psychology of sport and exercise. Emphasis is placed on the effect of exercise on the physical and mental development of the body. This will enable you to develop a foundation in applying scientific principles, reasoning and practice to the field of health and exercise science.

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You will also undertake a dissertation, developing original and critical thinking, which will equip you for a range of careers in the biomedical, exercise and health areas.

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ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

There is a booming economy in the health and fitness sectors, and successful completion of this programme will provide a variety of career options in areas such as the Sport and Leisure industry, National Health Service, National Sports Councils and Sporting National Governing Bodies.

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Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

a-levels: Grades BC minimum to include B in Biology/Chemistry btec: DMM in Science

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Graduates will also be well qualified for a career in the Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage industries. Opportunities for further study are excellent and include other health related studies and higher degrees (MSc and PhD).

ucas code: 707W

foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Up to four years full-time.

Also available part-time. entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include a Biological Science btec: DMM (Biological Science) ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and completion of an Occupational Health Check.

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Complementary Healthcare (with Practitioner Status) BSc (Hons)/DipHE/CertHE COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

No other undergraduate programme in the UK offers you the opportunity to study at degree level and to gain three professional qualifications, at the highest level, in massage (MTI: Massage Training Institue); aromatherapy (IFPA: International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists), and reflexology (AoR: Association of Reflexologists).

You will undertake a work placement in a health or social care setting and participate in the running of a student clinic open to the general public. You will continue to develop your bodywork skills, increase your knowledge of the differential diagnosis of common diseases and examine the influence of psychological and sociological factors on health. Each student undertakes a research project, which makes a major contribution to his or her degree classification.

You will learn to combine complementary and conventional approaches to healthcare.

The training provided in the skills of holistic massage, reflexology and clinical aromatherapy is supported by the biological and behavioural sciences and the development of research skills. You will also develop your business skills, benefit from a work placement and, as part of a team, run a student clinic.

YEAR ONE: This provides foundation skills and knowledge by developing a range of holistic massage skills and techniques to a professional standard. Reflexology is also introduced in the first year. Biomedical science modules in anatomy, physiology and nutrition support the bodywork therapies. You will familiarise yourself with other types of complementary and alternative healthcare and examine the importance of issues such as regulation and evidence-based medicine. Qualitative research methods will also be introduced and employed in the case studies for holistic massage and reflexology.

A full module list can be found on our website.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The course maintains contact with therapists and graduates, offering current students the opportunity to work with and learn from professionals working in the field.

Most of our graduates are working in private practice as self-employed practitioners, who have set up their own businesses, for example: • • • • •

Cinnabar Health (Newport) Cotswold Therapies (Gloucestershire) Hi Therapies (Bournemouth) Holistic House (Cardiff) Therapease (Cardiff)

Other graduates have pursued careers in the management of the complementary therapy provision at hospices or in the community.

Some of our graduates have gone on to further study at Master’s level, or become involved in research, whilst others have gone on to employment within the NHS.

YEAR TWO: You will learn the skills of aromatherapy and complete your training in reflexology, both to a professional standard. The biomedical theme will continue by developing your understanding of pathophysiology and mechanisms of disease. You will further develop your communication and listening skills. You will also develop skills in quantitative research methods including the use of statistical software, and learn about the use of audit. These research skills will be used to evaluate the case studies required for aromatherapy and reflexology. The business module will enable you to develop your business skills.

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Dental Technology BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This degree aims to produce dental technologists able to fabricate dental restorations, prostheses and appliances (such as unique, individually made crowns and bridges or orthodontic appliances) to a high standard of precision. The course also seeks to enlarge understanding of new and developing areas of dental technology and to enhance relationships within the Dental Team.

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This course is operated in close collaboration with the University of Wales Dental Hospital Trust, which will deliver, assess and be responsible for one third of the course. As a dental technology undergraduate you will work with trainee dentists and consultants in the second and third years of the course.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Introductory Techniques Applied Dental Materials Dental Anatomy & Physiology Removable Partial Dentures 1 Complete Dentures 1 Cast Restorations Professional Practice 1

YEAR TWO: • • • • • • • • •

Clinical Observation CAD/CAM in Dentistry Work Placement Removable Partial Dentures 2 Complete Dentures 2 Ceramic Restorations Work Placement Research Methods Professional Practice 2

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Complete Dentures 3 Bonded Restorations Research Project Orthodontics Advanced Dental Assignments Prosthodontics

During years two and three, you will undertake periods of work placements, normally at the University of Wales Dental Hospital Trust. The placement periods will enable you to gain the necessary experience in producing appliances, restorations and prostheses for patients.

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Employment schemes are also available to successful graduates, for a period of one or two years, at University Dental Schools within the region, providing excellent opportunities to specialise. The Cardiff and Bristol Dental Hospitals offer this to dental technology graduates.

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accredited by: General Dental Council ucas code: b840 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades BB minimum to include a Science btec: DMM to include Science ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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accredited by: The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) The Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. (IOSH) ucas code: b910 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

Environmental Health BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Environmental Health includes occupational health, safety and wellbeing, environmental protection, housing, food safety and public health. It is an opportunity to study for five potential career opportunities within one discipline area.

Our course is accredited by both the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH). This means you are able to gain graduate membership of both organisations and increase your potential employability prospects. Throughout the course you will be taught by a dedicated team of practitioners and study core areas, comprising: Food Safety; Housing; Health & Safety in the Workplace; Environmental Protection and the underpinning themes of Public Health; Epidemiology and Risk Assessment.

We have excellent work based placement opportunities in both the private and public sector via the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Student Training Directory and access to employers via our employability and work based learning module.

a-levels: Grades CC minimum btec: DMM YEAR ONE: ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b910

You are introduced to the underpinning themes of environmental and public health.

You will be taught the general principles of law and science that will provide the legal and scientific framework within which environmental health practitioners operate.

In addition you will undertake modules that will develop your communication and analytical skills.

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Foundation Law Environmental Science Environmental & Public Health Practice Food Safety Management Built Environment Research & Study Skills Occupational Health & Safety 1

YEAR TWO: You will further develop your problem solving skills, by critically evaluating various strategies to remove the risk to health in core areas of environmental health.

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Occupational Health & Safety 2 Housing Law & Practice Promoting Change & Managing Risk Principles and Practice of Risk Assessment Public Health Epidemiology Professional Employability & Work Based Learning • Applied Research Methods • Environmental Protection • Food Safety Management YEAR THREE: You will develop high level skills to critically evaluate policy and strategies in the key areas of environmental and public health, which culminates in a research project. This utilises original thought to demonstrate problem-solving skills in an area that requires an intervention.

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Management of Outbreaks Environmental Protection Management Occupational Health & Wellbeing Improving Health & Safety Performance Influencing Policy for Health & Sustainable Development • Food Safety Management • Environmental Health Intervention Development • Research Project EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

Graduates from the course have a very high rate of employment. Within local government, the profession of the environmental health practitioner is highly regarded and environmental health practitioners are employed by all local authorities throughout Britain. The armed forces and public health bodies also offer strong career options for environmental health practitioners.

Within the private sector the five disciplines of the degree open up a wide array of employment opportunities. These include consultancy, auditing and regulatory compliance roles within medium to large companies both in the UK and abroad.

Opportunities for further study include the MSc Occupational Health Safety & Wellbeing and MSc Applied Public Health, as well as a number of research studentships.

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Food Industry Management BSc (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This new programme leads and develops the skills and academic excellence that is paramount to the future growth of the food industry. You will be encouraged and challenged to become an ambassador for excellence in Food Industry Management, raising the standards that the public expects of this crucial industry to every nations health and prosperity.

• Applied Quality Management • Strategic Management for the Food Industry • Applied Food Safety • Finance for the Food Industry • Research Project

The management and the food production modules will develop your skills, knowledge, procedures and practices for the food production industry. The knowledge and skills that you develop throughout the modules of the programme will be applicable to many other manufacturing industries.

The degree has been specifically designed to address the needs of the industry through stakeholder feedback by senior managers from the industry.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • • •

Foundation Law Food Safety Management Professional Studies Commercial Management for the Food Industry Food Raw Materials Introduction to the Food Supply Chain Food Preservation & Sensory Analysis Occupational Health & Safety Management 1

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Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (if undertaking year-long industrial placement) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Science/Food Technology btec: DMM (Applied Science)

This course is aimed at students who wish to gain the knowledge and experience to achieve management status in the food manufacturing industry and allied industries including retail. The course will equip you with the necessary skills, knowledge, procedures and practices to attain the highest performance in both food production and management. You will be encouraged to explore this growth industry with the most modern management theories and practices that are prevalent in other manufacturing organisations outside and allied to the Food Industry. You will develop innovative ideas for the sustainable future of the food industry.

With the opportunity to spend time on industrial placements, you will be able to provide better context to your learning as well as enhance your CV and employability options upon graduation.

ucas code: d600

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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• Occupational Health & Safety Management 2 • New Product Development 1 • Employability & Work Based Learning • Research Methods • Processing Technology • Applied Food Law • Promoting Change & Managing Risk • Principles & Practice of Risk Assessment • Marketing for the Food Industry

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ucas code: d616 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Science/ Food Technology btec: DMM (Applied Sciences) ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Food Science & Technology BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Food technology is the application of food science to the processing of food materials into safe, wholesome, nutritious, tasty and attractive food products. Food technology draws upon and integrates the application of other technologies to food, such as packaging, materials science, engineering, instrumentation, electronics, agriculture and biotechnology.

All this activity is supported by food science, which covers the scientific understanding of the composition of food under various conditions. This involves the understanding of many disciplines including nutrition, enzymology, microbiology, pharmacology, toxicology and effects of manufacturing, processing and storage.

As such, this course aims to provide you with a broad understanding of modern food industries and combines theoretical studies and practical work, which may be applied in the modern industrial food environment.

You are actively encouraged to consider work placements during your course of study as undertaking work experience in industry will contribute towards your credit accumulation. A 12 week or a 12 month placement is available.

Throughout the course you will have access to the state-of-the-art facilities located within Food Industry Centre located on campus.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Foundation Law Food Preservation & Sensory Analysis Food Safety Management Nutrition Food Raw Materials Professional Skills Introductory Biochemistry

YEAR TWO: core modules: • • • • •

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Analysis & Examination of Food Biochemistry Food Quality & Legislation Processing Technology Research Methods

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option modules: • • • • • • •

Baking Technology Confectionery Technology Dairy Technology Environmental Management Meat Technology New Product Development Public Health Nutrition A

YEAR THREE: core modules: • Applied Food Safety • Applied Quality Management • Dissertation option modules: • • • • • • • •

Advanced Baking Technology Applied Food Biochemistry Applied Processing Technology Contemporary Nutrition Food Biotechnology Global Nutrition Independent Study Industrial Work Experience (12 weeks or 12 months) • New Product Development 2 • Nutrition and the Consumer EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS A career in the food industry will put you in the middle of the largest and most important economic activity in the world.

Independent food experts have stated that the long-term prosperity of our food industry depends upon a continuing supply of trained food scientists and technologists.

The food industry today is in desperate need of these technically trained staff and this course is providing graduates to fill that gap.

With an excellent graduate employment history, our graduates can gain employment within many areas, including research and development, quality control, hygiene, packaging, food microbiology and food analysis. Most graduates will achieve starting salaries of £18,000 – £23,000.

For further in depth information about specific jobs available in the industry please visit www.ifst.org

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The foundation programme is intended to cater for those who aspire to enrol on a social science-based Higher National Diploma (HND) or Honours degree programme within the Cardiff School of Health Sciences or the School of Education at Cardiff Metropolitan University. It is designed for those who have not achieved the required entry requirements to enter year one of their chosen degree programme, or for those who have studied A-level subjects (or their equivalent) in areas that do not provide the necessary background within the subject disciplines required for the chosen Honours degree programme.

The programme will form an integral part of certain honours degree programmes delivered within the Cardiff School of Health Sciences or Education. Undertaking the foundation year will mean that the relevant full-time honours degree or HND will take one extra year to complete.

It is also intended to widen access and participation for ‘return to learning’ students who wish to embark upon a Science based honours degree.

The foundation year will act as a year 0 and students wishing to undertake the foundation will apply for the relevant degree programme, using the relevant UCAS code for that programme and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

HND/BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care (015L/L511) BSc (Hons) Psychology (C800) BSc (Hons) Public Health (21Y9) BA (Hons) Youth & Community Work (X320)

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Also available part-time. entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

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ucas tariff: 2016 – 120 points 2017 – 48 points

The foundation programme will develop your confidence and competence in acquiring the study skills required to embark upon a social science-based Honours degree, whilst introducing you to a basic bank of knowledge on which you can build, either by the process of self-study or in further programmes of directed study.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ foundation-ss

core modules: Key Skills in Social Sciences (Numeracy, Research, IT & Study Skills) Critical Analysis in the Social Sciences which includes the completion of an independent study in an area related to your chosen progression pathway Plus, programme specific modules for foundation certificate in social sciences: • • • •

Introducing Psychology Introducing Youth & Community Work Introducing Sociology Introducing Health & Social Care

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Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: One year full-time, with an additional three or four years full-time to complete chosen degree programme. entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Minimum of two A-levels btec: MPP ucas tariff: 2016 – 140 points 2017 – 56 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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UCAS CODE

The foundation programme is intended to cater for those who aspire to enrol on a health science based honours degree within the Cardiff School of Health Sciences, who have not achieved the required entry requirements to enter year one of their chosen degree programme. It is also suitable for those who have studied A-level subjects (or their equivalent) in areas that do not provide the necessary background within the scientific disciplines required for the chosen Honours degree programme.

The programme will form an integral part of the following Honours degree programmes delivered within the Cardiff School of Health Sciences. Undertaking the foundation year will mean that the relevant full-time honours degree will take one extra year to complete.

It is also intended to widen access and participation for ‘return to learning’ students who wish to embark upon a Science based honours degree.

The programme will develop your confidence and competence in acquiring the study skills required to embark upon a health science-based Honours degree, whilst introducing you to a basic bank of knowledge on which you can build, either by the process of self-study or in, further programmes of directed study.

The programme is modular in structure comprising a set of core modules:

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b901

Key skills core module, worth 40 credits, covering: • • • •

Study Skills Information Technology Numerical Skills Study Skills & Research Method

Plus Science core worth 80 credits covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The foundation year will act as a year 0 and students wishing to undertake the foundation will apply for the relevant degree programme, using the relevant UCAS code for that programme and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (B900) BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) (707W) BSc (Hons) Complementary Healthcare (B390) BSc (Hons) Environmental Health (B910) BSc (Hons) Food Science & Technology (D616) BSc (Hons) Nutrition (B490) BSc (Hons) Public Health (21Y9)

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You can also undertake the foundation year if you wish to be considered for entry onto one of the following degree programmes. In this case, you should apply on UCAS using code B901: BSc (Hons) Dental Technology BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics BSc (Hons) Podiatry

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However, please note, there is no automatic progression from the foundation course to these four degrees. You will need to re-apply via UCAS to be considered upon successful competition of the foundation course.

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YEAR THREE: (bsc)

The course aims to provide interprofessional learning for those intending to follow a career in Health and Social Care. It would particularly interest those who are not yet committed to one particular career but want a generic course; or who want to use the course as an excellent basis for more specific vocational training, such as social work or occupational therapy.

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You will undertake core modules in year one, but be able to choose from optional modules in both years two and three (degree students) according to your career needs and aspirations. You are strongly recommended to complete sixty hours minimum per year, voluntary or paid work in the sector, in order to apply learning to practice and to enhance your employability.

YEAR ONE: (hnd & bsc) • • • • • • • • • •

Health & Social Care in Context Understanding Illness and Disease Personal & Professional Development Research Working with Vulnerable Adults Risk Assessment Sociology Psychology Working with Children Legislation

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Research Evaluating Quality Dissertation Managing in Organisations Law & Regulation Project Management & Social Enterprise

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Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: hnd: Two years full-time; Three years full-time (inc. foundation year) bsc (hons): Three years fulltime; Four years full-time (inc. foundation year) Also available as a part-time HNC. entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: hnd: a-levels: To include Grade C minimum btec: MPP/MM ucas tariff: 2016 – 160 points 2017 – 64 points

For those students undertaking the HND, you can progress to year three of the degree upon successful completion.

bsc (hons): a-levels: To include grades CC minimum btec: MMM

Personal & Professional Development Ethics Working in the Community Research Managing Financial Resources Managing Performance Social Policy

ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points

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foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences (see page 57)

Positive Approaches to Health Mental Health Assistive Technology Partnership Working Dietetics & Nutrition Working with Carers Social Inclusion Regeneration

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Healthcare Science BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

Our professionally accredited programme is specifically designed to enable you to develop, integrate and apply scientific knowledge and skills to the multidisciplinary investigation of human health and disease. With elements of work-based training incorporated into every year of the programme, it is carefully tailored to prepare graduates for a career in the NHS.

The final year focuses on integrating your learning to support a multidisciplinary approach to research, diagnosis and management of disorder and disease.

Subjects covered will emphasise the multidisciplinary approach to laboratory investigation of disease, and patient management. You will undertake specialism specific modules and complete a 25-week period of work-based training in a clinical laboratory environment. The final year research project, which will be undertaken as part of your work based training, will further encourage independent enquiry and critical analysis.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus

During the second year of study, you will specialise in one of the following disciplines: Blood Science, Cellular Science, Genetics Science or Infection Science.

course lenGth: Three years full-time

YEAR ONE: EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades BB minimum to include Biology and Chemistry btec: DDD in Science ucas tariff: 2016 – 300 points 2017 – 120 points

You will cover fundamental biochemistry, cell biology and genetics, microbiology, immunology, and human physiology, providing the necessary scientific knowledge for further study. In addition, you will be able to develop relevant analytical, communication and professional skills as well as undergoing a period of generic workbased training. You will undertake a six-week work-based learning placement during this first academic year in one of our accredited NHS clinical laboratories.

YEAR TWO:

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

All applicants are interviewed and early applications are encouraged.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and completion of an Occupational Health Check.

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You will acquire expertise in a comprehensive range of specialist investigative techniques, epidemiology and data analysis and research methods. You will also have an introduction to the disciplines of blood science, cellular science, genetic science and infection science. You will explore the nature and importance of disease processes and their clinical investigation and embark upon a specialist 15-week work-based training period in a clinical laboratory environment.

Healthcare Science offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities within the National Health Service and many other organisations including the Health Protection Agency, National Blood Authority and Medical Research Council.

The programme is closely linked with the workforce planning requirements for NHS Wales, therefore offering an enhanced level of employability. Extended periods of work based training in NHS laboratories are embedded across the three years of this degree programme. This ensures that you gain in depth knowledge, understanding and experience of the healthcare science environment in preparation for employment as a Healthcare Science Practitioner/ Biomedical Scientist within the NHS. Successful graduates will also be eligible to apply for registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), further enhancing career opportunities.

Tuition Fees are fully paid by a NHS bursary. Full details can be found at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nhsbursaries full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b130

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Housing: Policy & Practice BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW Professionally accredited by the Chartered Institute of Housing, this is a comprehensive programme of study incorporating all the essential core skills and experiences required for the competent housing professional. The teaching involves a number of guest lectures and field trips conducted by representatives of the housing profession in Wales.

You will undertake a practice placement which will enable you to gain experience of the housing workplace and to reflect on issues and practices within the workplace.

Upon completion of the placement, you will be eligible for corporate membership of the Chartered Institute of Housing. You will also be offered volunteering opportunities and access to apply for internships, often paid, with our practice partners.

You will learn about all aspects of housing: how policies are developed; finance for housing and supported housing; legislation; housing management; regeneration; managing performance; planning and development; design; working with vulnerable people and many other aspects of the profession. In addition to the more academic subjects you will be supported in the development of personal and professional skills.

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Regeneration Housing Design Personal & Professional Development Research skills

option modules: • • • • • •

Managing Performance Partnership Working Mental Health & Illness Social Inclusion Working in the Community Housing in a Global Context

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ucas code: k491 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum btec: MMP/DM ucas tariff: 2016 – 180 points 2017 – 72 points

option modules: • • • • • •

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Managing in Organisations Evaluating Quality Addictions Homelessness Participation & Empowerment Housing, Community and Culture

Housing continues to grow as a priority at local, regional and national government levels, which has created great employment potential both at service delivery and strategic levels. Housing professionals are involved in many different activities and have many areas of work, including: Housing Management; Housing Strategy; Regeneration; Development and Asset management; Repairs and Maintenance; Customer Care; Supported Housing; Community Work.

• Professional Approaches to Housing Management • Legislation in Context • Housing and the Economy

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Strategy & Policy Process Research Methods Dissertation Practice Placement/Independent Study

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core modules:

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YEAR ONE: Housing & Welfare Policy Equality & Diversity Planning & Development Challenges for Housing Managing Customer Services Housing Law, Rights & Advice Housing Planning, Development & Design Working with Vulnerable Adults Housing Management Housing Finance Study & Professional Skills Research Skills

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/k491

A career in housing can lead to a wide and varied choice of pathways, well-paid and secure jobs, good terms and conditions of employment and excellent opportunities for promotion and career advancement.

Working in the housing sector can be stimulating and interesting and can make a positive contribution to people’s lives.

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accredited by: Chartered Institute of Housing ucas code: k450 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum btec: MMP/DM ucas tariff: 2016 – 180 points 2017 – 72 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check.

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Housing: Supported Housing BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Professionally accredited by the Chartered Institute of Housing, this is an ideal course for students who wish to work supporting vulnerable people. It is a comprehensive course of study incorporating all of the essential core skills and experiences required for the competent supported housing professional, with elements of social care and housing management. The teaching programme incorporates a number of guest lectures conducted by representatives of the supported housing profession in Wales.

You will undertake a practice placement which will enable you to gain experience of the housing workplace and to reflect on issues and practices within the workplace.

Upon completion of the placement, you will be eligible for corporate membership of the Chartered Institute of Housing. You will also be offered volunteering opportunities and access to apply for internships, often paid, with our practice partners.

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Regeneration Social Inclusion Mental Health Housing in a Global Context

YEAR THREE: core modules: • • • •

Strategy & Policy Process Practice Placement/Independent Study Individual Research Project (Dissertation) Research Methods

option modules: • • • • • • •

Project Management & Social Enterprise Addictions Housing Community & Culture Homelessness Participation and Empowerment Evaluating Quality Managing in Organisations

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • • •

Housing & Welfare Policy Risk Assessment Housing Law, Rights & Advice Working with Vulnerable Adults Managing Customer Services Professional & Study Skills Social & Supported Housing Finance Housing Planning, Development & Design • Managing Support (Individual Support Planning) • Equality & Diversity • Research Skills YEAR TWO: core modules: • Performance Management/Partnership Working • Legislation in Context • Housing and the Economy • Research Skills • Working in the Community • Supported Housing Practice • Personal & Professional Development

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Supported Housing describes a profession that incorporates the fields of social care and housing. The UK ‘Supporting People’ funding programme created a supported housing industry that is growing in size and variety. In simple terms, supported housing provides social, emotional and/or lifestyle support to people in their own homes, and often includes the housing management (landlord) function.

Supported Housing projects are organised around a variety of client needs including learning disabilities; mental health; young, vulnerable people; women fleeing domestic violence; and addiction issues.

As the industry is expanding so rapidly, appropriately qualified and experienced staff are in high demand.

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Human Nutrition & Dietetics BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR ONE:

Professionally approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and British Dietetic Association, the course contains two major elements. The academic component based on campus and clinical training, which occurs on three separate placements within the course.

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Both elements are essential for the achievement of the course objectives and award of the degree, with eligibility to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council for registration as a dietitian.

The course requires completing and passing three clinical placements: • Placement one: For six weeks during year two of the course (May - June) • Placement two: For eight weeks at the start of year three of the course (Sept- Oct) • Placement three: For 14 weeks during year three (Jan - April) All placements require you to show competencies in specific dietetics skills.

Placement two and three have assessed elements that contribute to the final degree classification.

You will begin to build skills in dietetics from the first year, with an emphasis on nutritional assessment and reflective skills.

Visits into the professional NHS setting during this year will help you to develop a professional understanding of the role. In the second year, case studies and kitchen practicals are used to teach dietetics therapy.

In addition, we simulate consultations and group teaching sessions in order to build your communication skills. During the first year you will participate in interprofessional learning. You will also undertake in depth research into a chosen topic to complete your dissertation, which you disseminate via a poster presentation at the end of the course.

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Biochemistry: Introductory Biochemistry Physiology: Human Anatomy & Physiology Food Studies Public Health Nutrition Nutrition Professional Skills & Studies for Dietitians (includes hospital/catering visits)

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Public Health Nutrition: Lifecycle Health Psychology Health Sociology Communication for Dietitians Principles of Dietetics Specialist Dietetics Nutritional Biochemistry & Physiology Clinical Science for Dietitians Research Skills for Dietitians

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aPProVed by: Health and Care Professions Council and British Dietetic Association ucas code: b402 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades BB minimum to include Biology and Chemistry btec: DDD in Science

YEAR THREE: • Current Issues in Nutrition and Dietetics • Public Health Within Populations • Dissertation Project

ucas tariff: 2016 – 300 points 2017 – 120 points

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Dietitians normally begin their career in the National Health Service where they progress to the main clinical grades. The opportunity exists for specialisation in various aspects of dietetics by means of post-registration education. In addition there are opportunities for dietitians to be involved in health education/promotion, education, research and journalism.

All applicants are interviewed and early applications are encouraged.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and completion of an Occupational Health Check.

Progression to postgraduate study is also an option.

Tuition Fees are fully paid by a NHS bursary. Full details can be found at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nhsbursaries

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accredited by: Association for Nutrition ucas code: b490 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (Inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Biology & Food Technology/ Chemistry btec: DMM in Science ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page 58) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Nutrition BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

We are proud to be the only degree programme in Wales to be accredited by the Association for Nutrition professional body.

This means graduates are eligible for direct entry to become Associate Nutritionists (AssocNutr) and after a few years of relevant employment, can become a fully Registered Nutritionist (RNutr). This prestigious quality marker enables graduates to be recognised as professionally trained and regulated Nutritionists.

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The degree benefits from shared modules from the Human Nutrition and Dietetics and Food Science programmes. In years two and three, you are supported by a personal tutor to choose the modules which will best fit with your future career plans. You will also be encouraged to undertake a period of relevant work experience between years two and three.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Introduction to Public Health Nutrition Nutrition (Macro & Micronutrients) Introductory Biochemistry Human Anatomy & Physiology Professional Skills & Studies Food Studies Food Preservation & Sensory Analysis

Contemporary Nutrition Global Nutrition Health Promotion Nutrition and the Consumer Independent Study Public Health Nutrition B (Employability) Placement Dissertation New Product Development 2 Nutrition in Sport & Exercise Sustainable Food Issues

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Nutritionists work in health improvement, with groups or communities to promote health, well being and reduce inequalities.

The role might involve working with lowincome groups, pregnant women or in communities requiring specific health interventions related to nutrition. Our graduates have gone onto deliver nutrition interventions in public health teams and for local councils, while others have used their skills of nutritional analysis to improve the provision of school meals.

Other career opportunities are within NHS Trusts, sports nutrition, health promotion or Government Departments. Nutritionists may also work with charities or in the food industry, either with manufacturers or retailers.

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Communication Nutritional Assessment Research Methods Public Health Nutrition A (Lifespan Nutrition) Sport and Exercise Physiology Food Quality & Legislation New Product Development 1 Health Sociology Health Psychology Nutritional Biochemistry & Physiology

The programme has been devised to prepare graduates to join the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register. For more information visit www.senr.org.uk.

Graduates have also secured employment in the food industry, while others have joined food-related graduate training schemes.

Progression to postgraduate study, research, teacher training, or to train to become an NHS Dietitian are also options.

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b490

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Podiatry BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

Professionally approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, the couse offers integrated theoretical and clinical studies, which is dependant on the completion of 1,000 clinical hours across the programme.

This requirement enables you to demonstrate that you have met the Standards of Proficiency necessary for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) – the UK regulator for the Health Professions.

The practice of podiatry is delivered both within the NHS and in the independent sector and a significant number of practitioners are either fully or partly engaged within Private Practice. The programme therefore aims to expose you to both areas of practice within your clinical learning experiences. Private practitioners, NHS staff and podiatry academic staff all work within the clinical environment with students. In addition, the course hosts NHS clinics in which NHS patients are treated by podiatry students under the supervision of NHS podiatrists.

The course offers a wide range of learning opportunities that will enable you to experience most of the therapeutic modalities available in podiatric practice.

Facilities include a large clinical facility with a gait laboratory, orthosis manufacturing laboratories and a recently established simulation suite where a variety of preclinical diagnostic and treatment skills can be developed.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • •

Podiatric Medicine 1 Musculoskeletal Studies 1 Medical Sciences 1 Professional Development 1 Pre-clinical Practice Clinical Practice 1

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You will also visit clinics within the NHS and the independent sector thus providing the best opportunity to integrate theory with practice and come into contact with an extensive range of patients. As such, graduates are able to gain work in the public (NHS) and private sector (practice, industry, commerce). Currently newly qualified podiatrists have ample opportunities to gain employment with little or no delay following graduation.

ucas code: b985 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum to include Biological Science btec: DMM to include Biological Science ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Tuition Fees are fully paid by a NHS bursary. Full details can be found at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nhsbursaries

YEAR TWO: • • • • • • •

aPProVed by: Health and Care Professions Council

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and completion of an Occupational Health Check.

Podiatric Medicine 2 Musculoskeletal Studies 2 Medical Sciences 2 Professional Development 2 Clinical Practice 2 Placement Practice 1 Podiatric Surgery 1

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b985

YEAR THREE: • • • • • • •

Podiatric Medicine 3 Professional Development 3 Clinical Practice 3 Podiatric Surgery 2 Pharmacology Placement Practice 2 Research Project

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accredited by: The British Psychological Society ucas code: c800 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Professionally accredited by the British Psychological Society, the course confers Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC), an essential requirement for admission to postgraduate psychology training.

will be supported throughout your studies by an assigned personal tutor, as well as lecturers in all the modules.

The course is delivered by a student-centred team that cares about employability and will give you the skills and knowledge to make the most of your degree and your career.

• Final Year Project • Project Proposal

YEAR ONE: Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (Inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades BC minimum btec: DMM

The first year introduces all the key skills and knowledge to be developed over the three years of the full-time programme.

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Social Psychology 1 Developmental Psychology 1 Brain & Cognition Introduction to Research Methods Data Analysis Psychological Literacy: Skills for Learning & Work

YEAR TWO:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

The second year develops core knowledge and skills required for the British Psychological Society accreditation.

Furthermore, we offer volunteering placement opportunities.

foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences (see page 57)

core modules:

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Research & Statistics Cognitive Neuroscience Childhood Issues & Disorders Social Psychology 2 Cognitive Psychology Individual Differences

• Contemporary Issues in Psychology 1 • Work, Volunteering & Applied Psychology 1 YEAR THREE: core modules: You will undertake your own research in an area of psychology that interests you, and complete a range of optional modules. You

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option modules*: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Media Psychology Contemporary Issues in Psychology 2 Applied Psychological Testing Forensic Psychology Health Psychology Language & Social Psychology Human Genetics & Healthcare Clinical Psychology 1 Clinical Psychology 2 Applied Psychological Therapies Occupational Psychology Exercise Psychology Work, Volunteering & Applied Psychology 2 An Introduction to Counselling Psychology Positive Psychology Human Performance in the Workplace Evolutionary Psychology

* Please note that not all year three options are available every year.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

option modules: full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/c800

core modules:

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The course is an ideal foundation for further study in postgraduate psychology courses leading to a qualification as an occupational, educational, clinical, and forensic or health psychologist. It also leads to other postgraduate courses such as PGCE. Graduates will also be able to enter careers in personnel management, advertising, health promotion and many areas of industry. For further information on careers: www.bps.org.uk From the start of the degree you will be encouraged to think about your career, work and skills. The second year offers opportunities to develop with a volunteering and work-based learning module, which encourages the application of psychological knowledge to real-world situations. In the final year, optional modules integrate skills development and applied psychology to help prepare graduates for their next steps.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

Public Health is about helping people to stay healthy and protecting them from threats to their health. There are three main areas of public health work:

During the second year, you’ll be developing core public health knowledge and skills in areas such as epidemiology, health promotion, and health protection, and further develop your communication and teamwork skills.

health Protection: protecting people's health from environmental or biological threats, such as food poisoning or radiation, or by tackling the health effects of climate change in the UK or overseas. health improvement: improving people's health, for example by helping people quit smoking, or improving their living conditions. healthcare Public health: ensuring that our health and care services are the most effective, most efficient and equally accessible.

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YEAR THREE: In the final year, you will learn how to effectively influence policy decisions to enhance public health, and how to work in partnership with communities and professionals to develop and apply effective public health interventions. You’ll also undertake a research project.

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During the course of your studies you will undertake at least three weeks equivalent of work-based learning, assessed and evaluated as part of your degree. We’ll help you find a suitable opportunity and liaise with the provider of the opportunity to ensure that you can get the most from your experiences.

YEAR ONE: In your first year of studies, you’ll get a solid grounding in key principles of public health and the range of factors that influence people’s health and wellbeing, as well as developing your critical thinking and academic research skills.

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course lenGth: Three years full-time; Four years full-time (Inc. foundation year) entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSE’s inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 260 points 2017 – 104 points

This programme has been designed to enable graduates to demonstrate the source of their public health knowledge and skills. Your work-based learning experiences will enable you to take the first steps towards becoming a Registered Public Health Practitioner.

Graduate roles in public health may include a wide range of potential roles in public health practice with a local authority, Health Board or national agency (e.g. Public Health Wales or Public Health England). Examples of potential job titles include: Public Health Practitioner; Health Improvement Practitioner; Public Health Information Analyst; Smoking Cessation Co-ordinator; Community Engagement Officer; Health Protection Practitioner. Alternatively you could pursue a career in public health overseas working with international organisations and aid agencies.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus

a-levels: Grades CC minimum btec: DMM

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Our new degree in Public Health will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills you need to be an effective public health practitioner. When you graduate you’ll be able to identify and assess the health of individuals, groups and communities, and identify particularly vulnerable groups.

Working with people from across a range of organisations and professional backgrounds, you’ll design, plan and apply interventions to promote and protect people’s health.

ucas code: 21y9

foundation Programme: Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences (see page xx) or Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences (see page 57) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/21y9

Graduates are also well placed to pursue further study at Cardiff Met by undertaking the MSc Applied Public Health, MSc Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing, MRes Health & Social Science Research or MSc Sport & Exercise Science (Physical Activity and Health pathway).

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aPProVed by: Health and Care Professions Council ucas code: l501 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades CC minimum btec: MMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

All applicants are interviewed and will undergo a written test.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and applicants are also expected to hold a minimum of twelve (minimum 420hrs) weeks, supervised (paid or unpaid) work experience in a social care setting.

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Social Work BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEARS TWO & THREE:

The course is based on the National Occupational Standards for social work practice and is a partnership with local social work agencies and service user groups. It combines and integrates professional training in social work with academic study to degree level.

You will spend 180 days in assessed practice learning settings (80 days in year two and 100 days in year three).

Social Work involves a flexible approach to meeting the needs of individuals, groups or communities. The programme is concerned with developing a range of competencies to meet the National Occupational Standard for Social Work. Current legislation, theory and research-based evidence in relation to social work knowledge, skills and values are related to direct practice experience and settings. This will include an understanding of the legislative provision of services and the importance of understanding social work within a Welsh context.

This will involve a minimum of two practice settings and will provide you with a range of learning opportunities to demonstrate competence in relation to National Occupational Standards for Social Work and the Care Council for Wales' Code of Practice.

There will be a focus on disadvantage, oppression and deprivation; leading to an emphasis on social work intervention and the contexts within which social work is practised.

Each year you will focus on six key roles in working with individuals, families, carers, groups and communities:

The Care Council for Wales Code of Practice, equality and human rights issues will be integral to learning and practice. You will be expected to comply with the Code of Practice of the Care Council for Wales.

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Role & Context of Social Work Communication & Empowerment Assessment & Intervention Management of Risk Work within Organisations Personal & Professional Development

YEAR ONE:

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

Before undertaking direct practice with service users in a practice learning setting, you must undertake 20 days of assessed practice learning, through which you must demonstrate that you have the basic interpersonal skills and values to be suitable and safe to work with service users. Study will focus on core values and skills, as well as broader social, cultural and institutional processes that frame the role and task of social work.

Graduates will be able to access a wide range of employment opportunities within social work in statutory, voluntary and independent sector employment. Graduates are able to work with a range of services users and address complex social issues.

Graduates will also be required to pursue Continued Professional Education and Learning within their Social Work careers, or a postgraduate qualification, for example in teaching in further/higher education or a Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work.

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/l501 Please note this course is also offered at Bridgend College.

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Speech & Language Therapy BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

You will have access to start-of-the-art facilities and be taught by a dedicated team of lecturers that include experienced Speech and Language Therapists in a range of specialisms. We have long-established links with the NHS and you will have the chance to gain hands-on clinical experience with a range of adult and paediatric clients.

Clinical placement opportunities are very varied, ranging from our in-house clinics to hospitals, clinics and schools.

You will begin to study more specialised clinical areas, such as bilingualism, audiology, stammering, multiple disability, and alternative and augmentative communication. On your placements, you will now have responsibility for the management of your own caseload, with guidance and supervision.

YEAR ONE: You are given a firm foundation in subjects that are core to the Speech and Language Therapy profession. Off campus you learn about child development in a nursery placement, and you are also given the opportunity to interact with older adults who may have communication difficulties.

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Phonetic Transcription Phonetic & Phonological Theory Linguistics 1 Biological Sciences Lifespan Psychology & Language Development • Clinical Foundations/Sylfeini Clinigol* YEAR TWO: The focus of teaching becomes more clinical and you explore ways of assessing and managing a range of client groups, including children with speech and language difficulties, adults with acquired language and voice disorders, and individuals with learning disabilities. You will also begin to develop your clinical understanding through contact with clients on your placements.

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Phonetics & Linguistics Linguistics 2 Speech & Language Pathology 1 Speech & Language Pathology 2 Medical Sciences Clinical Practice 1/Ymarfer Clinigol 1* Tuition Fees are fully paid by a NHS bursary. Full details can be found at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nhsbursaries

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Communication Science & Technology Speech & Language Pathology 3 Bilingual & Bicultural Studies Audiology Psycholinguistics & Cognitive Neuropsychology • Clinical Practice 2/Ymarfer Clinigol 2*

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YEAR FOUR: You will continue to develop your understanding of clinical specialisms and the wider aspects of practising Speech and Language Therapy within a professional context. A large part of your time will be taken up on clinical placement, and you will also carry out your own research project.

aPProVed by: Health and Care Professions Council ucas code: b620 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course lenGth: Four years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. grade B in English, Maths & Science; (MFL desirable) and one of the following: a-levels: Grades ABB to preferably include a Science subject btec: Relevant subjects considered in combination (i.e. three separate subjects)

• Acquired Neurological Disorders • Professional Practice & Adult Learning Disability • Project/Prosiect* • Clinical Practice 3

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

All applicants are interviewed and early applications are encouraged.

* Modules available through medium of Welsh

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Graduates from the programme are qualified to practise as Speech and Language Therapists (subject to registration with the Health and Care Professions Council after graduation). The course has a good reputation throughout the UK and our graduates have been successful in obtaining employment. There is a demand for Speech and Language Therapists both in the NHS and in the Education Service.

Entry is also subject to an enhanced level disclosure barring service (DBS) check and completion of an Occupational Health Check.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/b620

Opportunities exist for Speech and Language Therapists in hospitals, health centres, schools and specialist units.

Graduates may also choose to progress to postgraduate study and/or research in the department.

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Cardiff School of Management At the Cardiff School of Management (CSM) we offer a wide range of programmes carefully designed to help you become what employers prize: someone who can think for themselves with the knowledge and skills to make the right things happen.

Why choose the cardiff school of ManageMent?

• Many of our courses offer a choice of pathways allowing you to specialise in a particular area.

• Our work placement programme is a core module on all our undergraduate degrees and designed to enhance your future employability prospects.

• 94% of CSM graduates enter employment or further study within six months of graduation1.

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• Our award winning, state-of-the-art, £21 million management building at the Llandaff Campus will provide you with an excellent social and learning environment whilst you study with us.

• Opportunities exist for you to continue your study at postgraduate level within the School, by undertaking the MBA or one of our well established and internationally recognised postgraduate programmes.

• We have strong links with professional bodies2 and the business community, ensuring our programmes offer cutting edge content and are delivered by staff with extensive experience in their respective fields.

• We offer a personal tutoring team dedicated to supporting you in your personal, academic and professional development, to enhance your student experience and support you through every step of your learning journey and life at university.

our courses: Accounting - BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons) Business & Management Studies (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons) Business Economics - BA (Hons) Business Information Systems - BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design & Development - BSc (Hons)* Computer Science - BSc (Hons) Economics - BSc (Hons) Events Management - BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing Management - BA (Hons)* Foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management International Business Administration (Top-Up) - BA (Hons) International Business Management - BA (Hons) International Economics & Finance - BSc/BScEcon (Hons) International Hospitality Management (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons) International Tourism Management (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons) Marketing Management - BA (Hons) Software Engineering - BSc (Hons) *Subject to validation

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on social Media:  /CardiffSchoolOfManagement  @CardiffMetCSM take the tour of our facilities at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/virtualtours 1

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Examples include: ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), BCS – The Chartered Institute for IT, CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing), TMI (Tourism Management Institute), IoH (Institute of Hospitality).

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 at a glance 2010 - 2012: A-levels in Business, Maths and Graphics

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2012:

Enrolled on BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management at Cardiff Met

2013:

Awarded the Sodexo catering scholarship

2014:

Secured a place on the Mitchells & Butlers’ graduates’ scheme

2014:

Three-month work experience at Silky Oaks Lodge, North Queensland

2015:

Graduated with first-class Honours from Cardiff Met

2015:

Began working as assistant manager, The Old Cottage, Cardiff, as a Mitchells & Butlers graduate trainee

Degree serves up a hospitality management career for graduate Katie Having worked in a variety of pubs, restaurants and hotels by the time she was 18, alongside studying for her A-levels at college in Taunton, Katie Swaffield knew that a career in hospitality was what she wanted from life.

She said: “I knew very early on that I wanted to go into hospitality management and soon realised that studying a vocational degree would help me develop my career and step up to management level.

“I started researching courses, and went along to an Open Day at Cardiff Met. I was so impressed by the new Cardiff School of Management building and all the facilities on offer, especially the practical kitchen facilities that were available to hospitality students.”

Katie applied and was offered a place on the BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management course at Cardiff Met. She said: “The other factor that really appealed to me about the course was the certifications offered alongside degree level, like the food safety, health safety and wines and spirits certificates as well as the chance to gain my personal license to authorise the sale of alcohol. Having these certifications is really appealing to prospective employers as it means you are ready to hit the ground running without having to invest more time and money in training when you start working.”

During her second year of degree study, Katie applied for a place on the Mitchells & Butlers’ graduates’ scheme, run by the UK’s largest managed restaurant and pub company. She secured a place on the scheme and was offered the chance to begin working for the company part-time alongside her degree studies.

After graduating from Cardiff Met with first-class honours, Katie is currently six months in to the two-year, full-time graduate programme and is working as assistant manager at The Old Cottage restaurant and pub in Lisvane, Cardiff.

Katie said: “My degree course has really helped me with preparation and background as you have to very much throw yourself in to all aspects of the job and it’s a very busy role. It’s hard work but there is also lots of freedom to put your stamp on the business and learn from it.

“I am really enjoying the graduate programme and hope that it will lead on to a role somewhere as general manager.

Further in the future I’d like to develop my experience in a fine dining role and one day perhaps even own my own business.”

Mitchells & Butlers: www.mbcareersandjobs.com  Katie Swaffield

Katie flourished during the three-year course at Cardiff Met. As well as spending three months working in hospitality and event catering roles in North Queensland in Australia, she was also awarded a prestigious Sodexo catering scholarship, worth £1,500, an opportunity put forward by her tutors at the Cardiff School of Management.

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accredited By: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) ucas code: n400 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Accounting BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Professionally accredited by the ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW the course will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to all areas of accounting and prepares you for further study at the final stages of professional accounting qualifications. As such, you may obtain the maximum number of exemptions from the professional body examinations.

Coursework is generally very practical in nature to reflect the level of the skills and techniques required by a professional accountant. Assessment for ACCAaccredited modules in year three includes a three-hour closed-book examination in order to satisfy exemption requirements.

In addition, we have a strategic partnership with Graham Paul Chartered Accountants, which provides for paid student placements with a view to graduate training contracts.

This may also provide you with the option to undertake a yearlong work placement between your second and third years.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Financial Accounting Management Accounting IT Digital Accounting Applied Management Statistics & Quantitative Technologies Financial Services

option modules: • • • • • • •

Strategic Management or European Law or Investment Management or Tax planning or Advanced Audit or Behavioural Finance or Economic History

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS There is a considerable demand from UK employers for accounting graduates and past experience suggests that a significant proportion of graduates will obtain graduate training places in finance sections of businesses, high street practices and the public sector.

The course is fully accredited by the main UK accounting bodies and you will be able to obtain maximum exemptions from the ACCA and ICAEW examinations and substantial exemptions from the CIMA examinations. This is therefore a demanding course, which combines academic content with the development of the knowledge and skills required to pass the accounting bodies’ final examinations.

YEAR TWO: • • • • • •

Management Accounting Financial Reporting Taxation Auditing Financial Management Corporate Law

YEAR THREE:

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core modules: full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/n400

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Management Accounting Financial Reporting Taxation Auditing & Corporate Governance Financial Management

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Accounting & Finance BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

KEY FACTS

Professionally accredited by the ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW the course will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to all areas of accounting and finance and prepares you for further study at the final stages of professional accounting qualifications. As such, you may obtain the maximum number of exemptions from the professional body examinations.

core modules:

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Coursework is generally very practical in nature to reflect the level of the skills and techniques required by a professional accountant. Assessment for ACCAaccredited modules in year three includes a three-hour closed-book examination in order to satisfy exemption requirements.

In addition, we have a strategic partnership with Graham Paul Chartered Accountants, which provides for paid student placements with a view to graduate training contracts.

This may also provide you with the option to undertake a yearlong work placement between your second and third years.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Financial Accounting Management Accounting IT Digital Accounting Applied Management Statistics & Quantitative Technologies Financial Services

YEAR TWO: core modules: • • • • • •

• Management Accounting • Financial Management • Investment Management option modules: • • • • • • • • •

Financial Reporting Taxation Auditing & Corporate Governance Strategic Management European Law Behavioural Finance Economic History Capital Markets Dissertation

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS There is a considerable demand from UK employers for accounting and finance graduates and past experience suggests that a significant proportion of graduates will obtain graduate training places in ‘the big four’ (Deloite, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Ernst & Young and KPMG), finance sections of businesses, high street practices and the public sector.

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The course is fully accredited by the main UK accounting bodies and you will be able to obtain maximum exemptions from the ACCA and ICAEW examinations and substantial exemptions from the CIMA examinations. This is therefore a demanding course, which combines academic content with the development of the knowledge and skills required to pass the accounting bodies’ final examinations.

Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Financial Reporting Taxation Auditing Corporate Law Islamic Finance

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ucas code: nn43

a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM

Management Accounting Financial Management Banking and Financial Institutions Credit Management & Risk Research Skills Work Placement

option modules: • • • • •

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accredited By: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nn43

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ucas codes: nn12 Business & Management Studies* Pathways: n1n3: Finance n1nP: Human Resource Management n1gM: Information Systems Management n191: International Business Management n1M1: Law n1nM: Marketing

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Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Business & Management Studies (with specialist pathways) BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

This highly popular programme will provide you with a high quality and professionally relevant undergraduate programme, developing your critical appreciation of the role managers undertake in the modern business world. Graduating from this programme will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for a multidisciplinary approach to diverse business and management problems.

Employability is an important aspect of your degree programme. We hold careers fairs and networking events with employers and provide a compulsory work experience module in year two, which offers you the opportunity to spend one year in industry on placement.

The degree offers the following specialist pathways of study: • • • • • •

Finance Human Resource Management Information Systems Management International Business Management Law Marketing

The course structure develops from a compulsory first year, consisting of seven modules, to only two compulsory modules in the final year of study. This will enable you to direct your interests into a specialised pathway or specific set of option modules, whilst ensuring that you receive a sound understanding and appreciation of the central tenets required of all business and management students.

The programme also allows for considerable flexibility to ensure that you are academically guided in your ultimate choice as to whether to graduate with a BA (Hons) Business and Management Studies degree, or a BA (Hons) Business and Management Studies degree with one of the available named pathways.

We also support Entrepreneurship through our Centre for Entrepreneurship (see page 124), which aids you in business practice to develop your business ideas while you are a university student.

Most of our students enter the business world after graduation and will find employment in a wide range of organisations, in both the public and private sector. For example, past graduates have found employment as business sales executives, marketing associate professionals, financial account managers, managers and directors in retail and wholesale, estate agents and auctioneers, human resources and industrial relations officers, to name a few.

There are also opportunities to continue your study at postgraduate level at the Cardiff School of Management with the MSc International Business Management, MSc Human Resource Management, MSc Strategic Marketing, LLM International Business and the MBA. In addition graduates will be well prepared to undertake professional qualifications or courses.

You will undertake a compulsory work placement module in the second year as this is considered an essential requirement for all business and management students.

For those who wish, there is the additional opportunity to take a sandwich year between years two and the final year.

A full module list, including options for each specialist pathway and year breakdown, can be found on our website.

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/nn12

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Business Economics BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

The unique strength of our degree is the clear emphasis on application and critical understanding. As the emphasis is on business you will also be taught management techniques to give you the edge in the business world.

The third year focuses on applying economics, but also explores strategic management. Again there will be the opportunity to specialise in areas like public economics (the economic tools important for governments) and monetary economics (why and how money is important and what central banks do).

Our Economics tutors work with organisations such as the Government Economics Service, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in Ireland, Roubini Global Economics, the Economist Intelligence Unit and the International Monetary Fund. These links ensure our curriculum is cutting edge and relevant.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

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ucas code: l101 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year.

YEAR ONE:

Economists are in demand in both the private and public sector. They can be skilled managers, researchers, analysts and strategists. Research shows that Economics graduates have higher average earnings than most other graduates, including those studying a general business degree. Figures published by the Complete University Guide in 2015, show an average starting salary of £26,630 for Economics graduates.

In the first year you will get an introduction into micro and macroeconomics, as well as being equipped with the necessary quantitative and academic skills to succeed not only in your studies, but also more importantly in your future career.

Furthermore, you will get a wider perspective with an introduction to accounting and the theory and practice of entrepreneurship.

The provision of work-placements as an assessed part of your academic programme of learning is so important that we provide you with the opportunity to undertake placement as part of your second year studies. We have strong links with the business community and the workplacement programme is designed to enhance your future employability prospects.

foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84)

YEAR TWO:

Progression to postgraduate study within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option.

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

The Guardian University Guide 2016 ranked Cardiff Met as the best university in Wales for Economics and 21st out of 68 in the UK.

In the second year you study economics at a more advanced level. You learn how to undertake financial planning in a business and how to undertake research. You also find out how to develop a business.

Furthermore, you will study game theory (Where you learn how to act strategically, taking possible actions of others into account) and how to undertake data research. As with all Cardiff School of Management courses a workplace module is also included in the second year of study to prepare you for your career after completing your studies.

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entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/l101

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accredited By: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT ucas code: gn51 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents.

A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: CCC Btec: MMM

Business Information Systems BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, this course is designed to develop your knowledge and expertise in the analysis, development and application of socio-technical systems and the importance of information technology and computing in society. It provides a deep understanding of the underpinning theoretical foundations of information, technology and systems applied to modern business environments.

• • • •

Multimedia & Interaction Data & Knowledge Management Business Operations & Improvement Consumers, Cultures & Commerce

YEAR THREE: core modules:

You will also be exposed to the state-of-theart theories, technologies and research that will shape and transform society over the next decade. At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of information systems to the UK and global digital economy.

• Professional Issues & Technology Management • Analytics & Business Intelligence • Information Systems Project Management • Dissertation Project option modules (select one):

The Department of Computing & Information Systems has strong links with industry and key technology companies throughout the UK and Europe. As such, you will have the opportunity to participate in research, enterprise, public engagement, student exchange and internship programmes.

ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points

YEAR ONE:

foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84)

• • • • • •

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

option modules (select one):

• • • •

Cyber Security Advanced Multimedia Leadership & Change Management Innovation & Entrepreneurship Please note: Not all optional modules will run every academic year, as this will depend on selection by students.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS core modules: Fundamentals of Information Systems Business in a Global Context Building for the Web Computing & Society Computational Thinking Developing Quality Software & Systems 1

Business Information Systems graduates will find a wide variety of career opportunities across both the traditional IT and telecoms sector, as well as the majority of the other industrial sectors, including the digital/creative industries, financial and professional services, management consultancy and across the wider public sector.

YEAR TWO:

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Law & Digital Security Systems Analysis & Design Digital Business & Management Research Methods for Computing & IS Developing Quality Software & Systems 2 Work Placement

Real world experience is obtained as part of your study by compulsory work experience, as well as optional sandwich year placements and industrial internships. Over the past few years, our students have been successful in obtaining placements in nationally competitive schemes with Microsoft, HP, General Electric and the Met Office.

Progression to computing and information systems postgraduate programmes within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option, as well as research and PhD programmes.

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Computer Games Design & Development BSc (Hons)*

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KEY FACTS

*Subject to validation for 2017 entry

This course will cover the key concepts of computer games design and development.

It will provide you with an understanding of development and design in this field, along with developing your highly transferable computational thinking, analytical and problem solving skills, as well as a broad range of software development skills.

You will also be exposed to computer games theories, technologies and research.

At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of computing and technology to the UK and global digital economy.

The Department of Computing & Information Systems has strong links with industry and key technology companies throughout the UK and Europe. As such, you will have the opportunity to participate in research, enterprise, public engagement, student exchange and internship programmes.

option modules (select one):

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• Advanced Games Programming • Advanced Games Design EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Graduates will find a wide variety of career opportunities within the computer games sector and also within the IT and telecoms sector, as well as the majority of the other industrial sectors (both public and private), including the digital/creative industries, financial and professional services, advanced manufacturing, engineering and management consultancy.

Real world experience is obtained as part of your study by compulsory work experience, as well as optional sandwich year placements and industrial internships. Over the past few years, our computing/IT students have been successful in obtaining placements in nationally competitive schemes with Microsoft, HP, General Electric and the Met Office.

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Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents.

A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: CCC Btec: MMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points

YEAR ONE: • • • • • •

ucas code: 433y

Principles of Programming Building for the Web Computing & Society Computational Thinking Fundamentals of Games Programming Fundamentals of Games Design

foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

YEAR TWO: • • • • • •

Advanced Programming Data & Knowledge Management Research Methods for Computing & IS Work Placement Games Programming Games Design

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YEAR THREE: core modules: • Professional Issues & Technology Management • Computational Intelligence • Cyber Security • Dissertation Project

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ucas code: g400 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW This course is designed to develop a grasp of the key concepts of computing, software and systems. It provides a deep understanding of the underpinning theoretical foundations of data and computation, along with developing highly transferable computational thinking, analytical and problem solving skills, as well as a broad range of software development skills.

option modules (select one): • • • •

Multimedia & Interaction Mobile & Web Technologies Networks & Communications Law & Digital Security

YEAR THREE: core modules:

You will also be exposed to the state-of-theart theories, technologies and research that will shape and transform society over the next decade. At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of computing and technology to the UK and global digital economy.

• Professional Issues & Technology Management • Computational Intelligence • Cyber Security • Dissertation Project option modules (select one):

The Department of Computing & Information Systems has strong links with industry and key technology companies throughout the UK and Europe. As such, you will have the opportunity to participate in research, enterprise, public engagement, student exchange and internship programmes.

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foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84)

YEAR ONE:

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

core modules:

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

• • • • • •

Computer Science graduates will find a wide variety of career opportunities across both the traditional IT and telecoms sector, as well as the majority of the other industrial sectors (both public and private), including the digital/creative industries, financial and professional services, advanced manufacturing, engineering and management consultancy.

a-levels: CCC Btec: MMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points

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Computer Science

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/g400

Principles of Programming Architectures & Operating Systems Building for the Web Computing & Society Computational Thinking Developing Quality Software & Systems I

YEAR TWO: core modules: • • • • • •

Advanced Programming Physical Computing Data & Knowledge Management Research Methods for Computing & IS Developing Quality Software & Systems II Work Placement

Parallel & Distributed Systems Advanced Multimedia Software Architectures & Design Patterns Algorithms, Logic & Complexity Please note: Not all optional modules will run every academic year, as this will depend on selection by students.

Real world experience is obtained as part of your study by compulsory work experience, as well as optional sandwich year placements and industrial internships. Over the past few years, our students have been successful in obtaining placements in nationally competitive schemes with Microsoft, HP, General Electric and the Met Office.

Progression to computing and information systems postgraduate programmes within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option, as well as research and PhD programmes.

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Economics BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

The strength of our BSc in Economics is a strong emphasis on critical understanding and application. Our Economics tutors work with organisations such as the Government Economics Service, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in Ireland, Roubini Global Economics, the Economist Intelligence Unit and the International Monetary Fund. These links ensure our curriculum is cutting edge and relevant.

The third year focuses on applying economics, but also explores further important areas of economics, which are health and monetary economics (why money is important, how a credit crunch happens), as well as public economics, which is all about the economic tools important for governments. The dissertation will be an opportunity to apply your acquired knowledge and skills. This will further prepare you for your future professional or academic career.

The Guardian University Guide 2016 ranked Cardiff Met as the best university in Wales for Economics and 21st out of 68 in the UK.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS YEAR ONE: In the first year you will get an introduction into micro and macroeconomics, as well as being equipped with the necessary quantitative and academic skills to succeed not only in your studies, but also more importantly in your future career.

Furthermore, you will get a wider perspective with an introduction to related subjects, such as accounting.

YEAR TWO: The second year concentrates on the more advanced study of micro and macroeconomics. This includes game theory (Where you learn how to act strategically, taking possible actions of others into account). You will also learn how to use statistical analysis and how to undertake research. As with all Cardiff School of Management courses a workplace module is also included in the second year of study to prepare you for your career after completing your studies.

Information correct at time of print

Economists are in demand in both the private and public sector. They can be skilled managers, researchers, analysts and strategists. Research shows that Economics graduates have higher average earnings than most other graduates, including those studying a general business degree. Figures published by the Complete University Guide in 2015, show an average starting salary of £26,630 for Economics graduates.

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Have a question?  @CMetAdmissions

Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points

The provision of work-placements as an assessed part of your academic programme of learning is so important that we provide you with the opportunity to undertake placement as part of your second year studies. We have strong links with the business community and the workplacement programme is designed to enhance your future employability prospects.

Progression to postgraduate study within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option.

ucas code: l100

foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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accredited By: The Institute of Hospitality ucas code: n820 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points

Events Management BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

Professionally accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, our BA Events Management programme is widely recognised for its industry relevance and academic rigour. We offer a vocationally orientated programme, with practical hands on experience and a rigorous management underpinning.

core modules:

Our programme combines essential skills and knowledge in terms of our compulsory modules, with a range of optional modules to facilitate flexibility and employability in specific career areas. Through completing our programme you will become familiar with the techniques, specialisms and issues involved in staging a wide range of events, in addition to receiving a strong management education, transferrable to a range of sectors.

YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Venue Planning & Operations Events in Context Event Design & Production Managing People & Organisations Finance for Managers Personal Development Planning Business Applications

YEAR TWO: foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/n820

core modules: • • • •

Event Project Management Major Incident & Crisis Management Event Safety & Licensing Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality & Events • Human Resource Management for Tourism, Hospitality & Events • Operational Finance for Tourism, Hospitality & Events • Research Skills option modules (select one): • • • • • • •

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Certification Module Developing a Business Field Study 2 Social Events & Party Planning Large Scale & Event Catering Sociology of Tourism, Hospitality & Events Diversity & Disability in Tourism, Hospitality & Events

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• Legal Issues for Events • Strategic Management for Tourism, Hospitality & Events • Employability & Career Development • Dissertation or Enterprise Project or Independent Study Choose at least one of the following: • Festivals & Cultural Events • Conferences, Exhibitions & Corporate Events • Fundraising & Charity Events • Global Sporting Events option modules: • • • • • • •

Branding & Advertising Field Study 3 Employee Resourcing Corporate Finance Ethics for Tourism, Hospitality & Events Public Relations & Sponsorship Industrial Work Experience

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Events Management is an expanding and exciting field and graduates will gain a management qualification that will provide excellent career and employment prospects in all fields of the events industry, which includes: festivals, conferences, exhibitions, corporate hospitality, sports, fundraising, sponsorship, experiential marketing and more.

Cardiff Met graduates have secured employment in a range of organisations ranging from local authorities, to charities and a myriad of private sector organisations.

As all sectors of industry - public, private and voluntary - realise the benefits of professionally managed events in terms of contributing to project based and long term objectives, organisations within them are increasingly developing in house events teams, or outsourcing projects to events management companies. All these activities, coupled with increasing public expectations and improved standards of facility and service, have created a need for trained and professional managers at all levels and across a broad range of disciplines.

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Fashion Marketing Management BA (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2017 entry COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

This degree is a unique merger of fashion, marketing and management for those who want to pursue a career in the fashion industry. It is ideal if you have no previous marketing experience, but want to learn how marketing and management principles work in the context of fashion.

You have the opportunity to spend year three in a relevant work placement to gain a year of industrial experience.

You will gain insights into the needs and desires of fashion consumers; understand the importance of brand marketing in fashion and the international scope of fashion marketing. You will explore the ‘style press’ and future colours and trends and will discover the art of effectively communicating with a variety of fashion customers using both digital and traditional methods. The marketing concepts most relevant to fashion such as visual merchandising, digital media and public relations are emphasised in this degree.

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core modules: • Strategic Fashion Branding & Effective Advertising • International & Global Fashion Marketing • Fashion Creativity & Entrepreneurship option modules: • Final Year Project: either Fashion Dissertation or a Fashion Marketing Plan or Launching a Fashion Enterprise • Contemporary Issues in Fashion Marketing • Green Design, Sustainability & Responsibility in Fashion • PR & Fashion Stakeholder Management

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ucas code: 721B Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*C and one of the following:

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS YEAR ONE: • • • • • • •

Fashion Context 1 The Fashion Industry Introduction to Fashion Marketing Digital Media for the Fashion Industry Marketing Research in a Fashion Context Finance for Managers Foundations of Human Resource Management

a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM

Upon graduating, you will have a wide base of fashion, marketing and management knowledge. You will have the skills to gain a position in fashion marketing, putting your skills to use in positions in advertising, marketing research, sales management, product management, customer service, public relations, and business management.

So, if you are interested in fashion but perhaps not in design, then this degree is perfect for you.

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

YEAR TWO: core modules: • • • • • • •

Fashion in Context 2 Fashion Visualisation & Colours The Style Press: Fashion Journalism Fashion Consumers, Culture & Commerce Marketing Communications for Fashion Research Methods for Business Workplace Learning & Professional Development

This course has been designed in conjunction with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), in order to provide you with an opportunity to gain exemptions from both the CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing and Diploma in Professional Marketing. You will also be able to join our newly created CIM student chapter which encourages all students to engage in our marketing learning community through organising key speakers and managing marketing-focused events.

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You will also have the opportunity to study alongside BA (Hons) Fashion Design1 students to maximise your fashion experience.

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Digital & E-Marketing Event Marketing Marketing Law Marketing in Practise Creativity & Innovation

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ucas code: Please refer to the relevant degree programmes for the relevant UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: One year full-time, with an additional three or four years full-time to complete chosen degree programme. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-level: C Btec: MERIT ucas tariff: 2016 – 80 points 2017 – 32 points

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Foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management COURSE OVERVIEW The foundation programme is intended for students wishing to enrol onto an honours degree programme in the Cardiff School of Management, who fall into one of the following categories: • Students who have not achieved the required entry requirements to enter year one of their chosen degree programme.

• Mature students who have been out of the formal education system for some time.

BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING: Business & Management Studies (with specialist pathways) BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing Management BA (Hons)* International Business Management - BA (Hons) Marketing Management BA (Hons)

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The programme will include the following areas: • • • • •

Academic Skills Information Technology Quantitative Methods Business and Management Studies Finance

The foundation programme links with the following honours degree programmes delivered within the Cardiff School of Management. As such, students following the foundation route will take an extra year to complete their honours degree.

COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION SYSTEMS: Business Information Systems BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design & Development - BSc (Hons)* Computer Science - BSc (Hons) Software Engineering - BSc (Hons)

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Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS & FINANCE:

TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS:

full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ csmfoundation

Accounting - BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons) Business Economics - BA (Hons) Economics - BSc (Hons) International Economics & Finance - BSc/BScEcon (Hons)

Events Management - BA (Hons) Page 82 International Hospitality Management (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons) Page 88 International Tourism Management (with specialist pathways) BA (Hons) Page 89 .

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International Business Administration (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW This one year top-up programme allows relevant students to progress towards an honours degree qualification through one year of further full-time study. The degree is run over two semesters and has two entry points.

The programme aims to provide you with a high quality and professionally relevant degree qualification, developing your critical appreciation of the role managers undertake in the modern business world, together with the skills and knowledge for a multi-disciplinary approach to diverse business.

In devising the course content the course team has sought to ensure an appropriate balance between academic content and vocational skills. It seeks to provide you with a body of knowledge traditionally associated with Business and Management Studies and to develop appropriate skills enabling you to apply such knowledge to realistic business situations.

The BA (Hons) International Business Administration consists of six, twenty credit core modules: • Building Business in Action • Understanding Culture & Diversity • International Human Resource Management • International & Global Marketing Strategy • Finance of International Business • Professional Development for Business.

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Students following the BA (Hons) International Business Administration (Finance) pathway will take all core modules with the exception of ‘International & Global Marketing Strategy’, which will be replaced with ‘Financial Management for Decision Makers’.

Students following the BA (Hons) International Business Administration (Human Resource Management) pathway will take all modules with the exception of ‘Financial Management for Decision Makers’, which will be replaced with ‘Leadership & Management of People’.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Successful graduates have found positions at supervisory and management level not only within the traditional business and commerce sectors but also small and medium enterprises, public sector and the voluntary sectors.

ucas code: n120 Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: One year full-time CSM International Summer Programme (July to September prior to entry if required) entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on: An appropriate Foundation degree or an equivalent (NARIC) qualification equivalent to 240 HE credits.

Alternatively, a HND (or equivalent) in a Business, Management and/or Finance area.

IELTS overall score of 6.0 or TOEFL equivalent is also required. Applicants with less than the required language competency will need to attend and successfully complete the eight week intensive Cardiff School of Management International Summer Programme.

Please see: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/eltc for further information.

Others have chosen to continue their studies and have moved on to Masters Level programmes such as the MSc International Business Management, MSc Financial Management and the MBA at Cardiff School of Management.

For those students wishing to specialise we currently offer the following pathways:

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• BA (Hons) International Business Administration (Finance) • BA (Hons) International Business Administration (Human Resource Management)

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/n120

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ucas code: n110 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year.

BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW This course is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in the arena of international business management and who would like to gain a competitive edge in today’s global job market. You will gain the all-round knowledge and skills in international business management and cross-cultural management. Furthermore you will be required to study one foreign language as a core module (either at beginners/post GCSE level or Post A-level) over the duration of the course.

entry requireMents.

A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

The course combines core and option modules from the disciplines of business and management, intercultural studies and languages. It also is compulsory to undertake a work-based learning module in year two to strengthen your employability.

Upon successful completion the opportunity to undertake a year long placement in industry is also available.

a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM

YEAR ONE:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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International Business Management

core modules: • • • • • • •

Business in Global Context Introduction to Marketing Managing People & Organisations Finance for Managers Introduction to Information Systems Personal Development Planning language Module: French/Mandarin Chinese/Spanish (Entry level Beginners/GCSE or Post A-Level)

YEAR TWO: full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/n110

core modules: • Management from an International Perspective • Intercultural Awareness for Business • Law for International Business • Creativity & Innovation Management • Work Placement and Personal Development Planning • language Module: French/Mandarin Chinese/Spanish option modules: • Human Resource Management in Context • Business Operations & Improvement • Contemporary Issues in International

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Political Economy Consumers, Culture & Commerce Money, Banking & Risk Business Obligations E-Business Management Research Methods for Business Developing a Business Financial Planning for Business

YEAR THREE: core modules: • International Business Management • International Business & Cultural Diversity • language Module: French/Mandarin Chinese/Spanish option modules: • International & Comparative HRM • Contemporary & International Issues in Business Ethics • International & Global Marketing • International Business Law or European Business Law • Innovation & Entrepreneurship • Visioning Sustainability for Change • Investment Management • Information Systems in Business • Foreign Language (2nd Foreign Language) • Dissertation • Launching an Enterprise • Industrial Work Placement EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS As businesses continue to operate across borders, job market demand is high for graduates who have attained a multidisciplinary international business education and who are able to communicate in a foreign language. Foreign language skills are considered a valuable asset in most business and management sectors. Career prospects are excellent with local, national and international opportunities existing in all areas of business, management and commerce.

Successful graduates have found positions at supervisory/management level in a variety of private and public sector organisations. The fields of work include international HRM, international marketing, business consultancy and planning, financial management and international trading.

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International Economics & Finance BSc/BScEcon (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR THREE:

The degree seeks to provide an appropriate mixture of economics and finance modules to provide you with a combination of economics and finance analytical skills, as well as a strong understanding of UK and international financial markets. The unique strength of our course is the clear emphasis on application and critical understanding.

The course aims to create highly skilled individuals that are able to undertake analytical tasks rather than just knowing about finance and economics.

The Guardian University Guide 2016 ranked Cardiff Met as the best university in Wales for Economics and 21st out of 68 in the UK.

The third year concentrates on applying the knowledge of microeconomic, macroeconomic and finance theory that you have acquired throughout your first two years of study. In addition, you may choose from a number of alternative finance and economic modules, allowing you to specialise in preparation for your future career. Options will include topics such as: monetary economics (why money matters and what central banks do), behavioural finance, derivatives markets and management of investments. You will also undertake your own research in an area of economics or finance that interests you in the form of a dissertation.

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In the first year you will get an introduction into micro and macroeconomics, as well as being equipped with the necessary quantitative and academic skills to succeed not only in your studies, but more importantly in your future career. You will be introduced to the field of finance both in terms of managerial use of accounts to make financial decisions, and also the wider financial services sector, in particular the regulatory and ethical framework adopted in the UK.

The course provides a combination of the analytical skills possessed by economists that are demanded in the private and public sector, as well as comprehensive specialist knowledge of financial markets. This will provide graduates of the course with a wide variety of career options, but will be particularly useful to those wishing to work as analysts within the financial services industry.

YEAR TWO: The economics component of the second year concentrates on the more advanced study of micro and macroeconomics. Whilst in the finance modules you will consider the impact of risk and uncertainty on investment portfolios, as well as studying the UK and international investment institutions in greater depth. To further develop your analytical skills you will be shown how to use statistical and empirical work within your own research. As with all Cardiff School of Management courses a workplace module is also included in the second year of study to prepare you for your career after completing your studies.

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The provision of work-placements as an assessed part of your academic programme of learning is so important that we provide you with the opportunity to undertake placement as part of your second year studies. We have strong links with the business community and the workplacement programme is designed to enhance your future employability prospects.

Progression to postgraduate study within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option.

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ucas code: ln13 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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accredited By: The Institute of Hospitality ucas codes: n220: International Hospitality Management – BA (Hons)* nn28: International Hospitality & Events Management – BA (Hons) n892: International Hospitality & Tourism Management – BA (Hons) Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM

International Hospitality Management (with specialist pathways) BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW The programmes encompass a range of core and optional modules, which will develop the skills you need for specialist roles within the Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE) industries.

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Niche Tourism Social Events & Party Planning Sociology of THE Visitor Attractions Management

YEAR THREE: YEAR ONE: core modules for all pathways: core modules for all programmes: • • • • • •

Hospitality in Practice International Hospitality Operations Management Theory & Practice Finance for Managers Personal Development Planning Business Applications

• International Food & Beverage Management or Venue Design & Project Management • Strategic Management for THE • Dissertation or Enterprise Project or Independent Study or Marketing Plan & Report • Employability & Career Development

With specialist modules for pathways: With specialist modules for pathways: • For International Hospitality Management: Principles of Hospitality • For International Hospitality & Tourism Management: International Tourism Management in Action • For International Hospitality & Event Management: Fundamentals of Events

• For International Hospitality & Tourism Management: Tourism Ethics • For International Hospitality & Event Management: Conferences, Exhibitions & Corporate Events or Global Sporting Events OR Festivals & Cultural Events OR Charity & Fundraising Events

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option modules:

core modules for all pathways:

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Global Hospitality Management Today Marketing for THE Human Resource Management for THE Research Skills Industrial Work Experience

Branding & Advertising Corporate Finance Employee Resourcing Field Study 3 Industrial Work Experience Public & Media Relations for THE Tourism Culture, Power & Identity Wines & Spirits Studies

With specialist modules for pathways: ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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full course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/n220

• For International Hospitality Management: Integrated Project • For International Hospitality & Tourism Management: Developing a Competitive Destination • For International Hospitality & Event Management: Event Design & Project Management option modules: • • • • • •

Certification Module Developing a Business Field Study 2 Financial Planning for Business International and Contemporary Cuisines Large Scale & Event Catering

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The tourism industry offers a diverse range of career opportunities and therefore graduates will be well placed to secure managerial positions in the private, public and voluntary sectors of the tourism industry, both in the UK and overseas.

Opportunities exist in the fields of destination marketing and planning, airport and airline operations, travel and tour operations, events management, sports management and marketing national and local tourism organisations, visitor attractions management, hospitality provision, and small business development (possibly leading to self-employment).

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International Tourism Management (with specialist pathways) BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

YEAR TWO:

Professionally accredited by the Tourism Management Institute*, this course offers the following study pathways:

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• BA (Hons) International Tourism Management* • BA (Hons) International Tourism & Events Management • BA (Hons) Sports Tourism Management In order to help you explore and prepare for a career in this diverse industry, the degree will provide a blend of core knowledge that reflects the economic, environmental and social context and practice of tourism with rigorous management underpinning throughout the course. It is mandatory to undertake a work-based learning module to strengthen your employability at the end of the course.

To date students have undertaken placements both overseas and within the UK. Overseas placements have included Universal Studios, Disney and a range of Country Clubs within the USA, as well as European placements with tour operators including Thomas Cook. Within the UK, students have worked for a range of organisations such as the National Trust, the Youth Hostel Association, airlines and tourist information centres.

To enhance the module content further, the course draws on the expertise of a number of industry representatives including Visit Wales, Cardiff Airport and the Millennium Stadium. The course team also frequently arrange visits to many local tourist attractions and destinations.

Depending on the pathway chosen, modules across the three years may include: YEAR ONE: • International Tourism Management in Action • Tourism in the Natural Environment • Fundamentals of Events Management • The World of Sports Tourism • Sporting Destinations • Introduction to Marketing

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Niche Tourism Developing a Competitive Destination Events Safety & Licensing Major Incident & Crisis Management Managing Activity & Adventure Tourism The Sports Tourism Experience Digital Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality & Events Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality & Events Work-based Learning Field Study Design & Project Management

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Tourism Ethics Tourism Culture, Power & Identity Legal Issues for Events Global Sporting Events Festivals & Cultural Events Public & Media Relations for Tourism, Hospitality & Events Branding & Advertising Conferences, Exhibitions and Corporate Events Strategic Management for Tourism, Hospitality & Events Dissertation, Enterprise Project or Independent Study

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The tourism industry offers a diverse range of career opportunities and therefore graduates will be well placed to secure managerial positions in the private, public and voluntary sectors of the tourism industry, both in the UK and overseas.

Opportunities exist in the fields of destination marketing and planning, airport and airline operations, travel and tour operations, events management, sports management and marketing national and local tourism organisations, visitor attractions management, hospitality provision, and small business development (possibly leading to self-employment). Due to the management focus of the course graduates opportunities also exist in wider business areas.

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Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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accredited By: CIM Graduate Gateway Status ucas code: n500 Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: BCC Btec: DMM

Marketing Management BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW Developed in conjunction with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), our marketing management degree is one of only 25 Universities in the country to have been awarded the CIM 'Graduate Gateway' status. Our CIM accreditation will provide you with an opportunity to gain exemptions from both the CIM Certificate in Professional Marketing and Diploma in Professional Marketing; engage in our CIM Student Chapter and participate in CIM based creative and entrepreneurial activities.

The course has a great reputation for its vocational orientation and provides the opportunity to gain real world experience.

Lecturers have both academic knowledge and industry experiences to teach you the skills you need for the workplace after graduation. For those who wish, there is the additional opportunity to take a sandwich degree in which the third year could be spent undertaking an appropriate marketing industrial placement.

YEAR ONE:

• Creativity & Innovation Management • Language (French, Spanish or Chinese Mandarin) • Marketing Law (compulsory for students choosing the Language option in year one) YEAR THREE: core modules: • Strategic Brand Management & Effective Advertising • International & Global Marketing • Contemporary Issues in Marketing option modules: • Contemporary & International Issues in Business Ethics • Global Sporting Events • Language • Innovation & Entrepreneurship • Visioning Sustainability for Change • PR & Stakeholder Management • Strategic Management • Marketing Plan • Dissertation

core modules: ucas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 104 points foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Introduction to Marketing Business in a Global Context Managing People & Organisations.

Finance for Managers Foundations of Law or Language (French, Spanish or Chinese Mandarin) • Marketing Research • Personal Development Planning YEAR TWO:

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Managing Marketing Performance Consumers, Culture & Commerce Integrated Marketing Communications Marketing in Practice Research Methods Workplace Learning & Professional Development

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Sports Marketing & Sponsorship Events Marketing Digital & E-marketing Business Operations & Improvement

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS During this course you will develop the key skills and understanding required for business with specialism in marketing management central to all business functions. On successful completion of the course you will have the skills to gain a position in marketing management, putting your skills to use in positions in advertising, marketing research, sales management, product management, customer service, public relations, and business management.

The aim of the course is that study and practical experience give the best prospect of employability at the end of the degree course. As such, you have the opportunity to graduate with a wide base of marketing knowledge and the potential to be a specialist in strategic use of marketing, digital marketing, integrated marketing communications, branding and global marketing. Furthermore, by becoming a ‘Met Marketer’ you will have gained ‘real-world’ experience, the chance to engage in our CIM learning community and to be able to speak and second language.

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Software Engineering BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, this course is designed to develop your knowledge and expertise in the design, development and delivery of software for modern environments and platforms, by studying a broad range of software development tools, technologies and methodologies. It will develop a culture and appreciation of software carpentry and codemanship: creating useful and usable software artefacts.

You will also be exposed to the state-of-theart industry tools, methodologies and research that will shape and transform the computing and IT industry over the next decade. At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of software and technology to the UK and global digital economy.

The Department of Computing & Information Systems has strong links with industry and key technology companies throughout the UK and Europe. As such, you will have the opportunity to participate in research, enterprise, public engagement, student exchange and internship programmes.

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Multimedia & Interaction Data & Knowledge Management Networks & Communications Law & Digital Security

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Cyber Security Advanced Multimedia Computational Intelligence Analytics & Business Intelligence

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core modules: • • • • • •

Principles of Programming Architectures & Operating Systems Building for the Web Computing & Society Computational Thinking Developing Quality Software & Systems I

YEAR TWO: core modules: • • • • • •

Advanced Programming Systems Analysis & Design Mobile & Web Technologies Research Methods for Computing & IS Developing Quality Software & Systems II Work Placement

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Foundation students should also use this UCAS code and apply for entry point 0 on the UCAS website.

Place of study: Llandaff Campus course length: Three to five years full-time, dependent upon undertaking foundation and/or sandwich year. entry requireMents: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English & Maths A*-C and one of the following:

ucas tariff: 2016 – 240 points 2017 – 96 points

Software Engineering graduates will find a wide variety of career opportunities across both the traditional IT and telecoms sector, as well as the majority of the other industrial sectors (both public and private), including the digital/creative industries, financial and professional services, advanced manufacturing, engineering and management consultancy.

Real world experience is obtained as part of your study by compulsory work experience, as well as optional sandwich year placements and industrial internships. Over the past few years, our students have been successful in obtaining placements in nationally competitive schemes with Microsoft, HP, General Electric and the Met Office.

ucas code: g600

a-levels: CCC Btec: MMM

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS YEAR ONE:

accredited By: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

foundation Programme: Cardiff School of Management (see page 84) Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

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Progression to computing and information systems postgraduate programmes within the Cardiff School of Management is also an option, as well as research and PhD programmes.

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Cardiff School of Sport The Cardiff School of Sport (CSS) has an international reputation for the quality of its learning and teaching, research and professional practice. The School offers some of the best and most popular sport related courses in the UK, all designed to make our graduates highly employable with a balanced portfolio of professional, practical and academic knowledge and skills. The courses are designed to include an attractive mix of theoretical, practical and laboratory-based opportunities to learn.

Why Choose the Cardiff sChool of sport?

• We have strong links with local sport and recreation departments, National Governing Bodies, UK Sports Councils and a range of professional sports teams. These relationships ensure our programmes offer cutting edge content and are delivered by staff with extensive experience in their respective fields.

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• You will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement in years two or three of your study. This focus on employability has led to 93% of CSS students entering employment or further study within six months of graduation1.

• 93% of CSS students agree or strongly agree that overall, they are satisfied with the quality of their course2.

• Opportunities exist for you to continue your study at postgraduate level within the School.

• Staff in the School are involved in coaching, advising international sports teams and contributing to UK boards of governance in sport; many are actively involved on advisory panels that shape the future of the British sport, physical education and leisure industries.

• In the most recent UK Government Research Excellence Framework exercise (REF), 80% of the School’s research was rated as World Leading or Internationally Excellent. Its impact on the world beyond academia and the research environment was entirely rated as World Leading or Internationally Excellent.

• A personal tutoring team dedicated to supporting you in your personal, academic and professional development helps to enhance your student experience and support you through every step of your learning journey and life at university.

• The University is a major force in UK university sport and the School supports students in participation at all levels. Comprehensive support services are offered to ensure performers reach and maintain ideal performance status in their chosen sport.

• The School’s excellent facilities include the impressive National Indoor Athletics Centre, a tennis centre, a fitness gym, new third-generation pitch, and a sand-dressed artificial pitch. New builds on the Cyncoed Campus include extensive strength and conditioning facilities for practical lectures, psychology, physiology, biomechanics and performance analysis laboratories.

our Courses: Dance - BA (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science - BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science (Intercalated) - BSc (Hons) Sport & Physical Education - BSc (Hons) Sport & Physical Education Studies (bilingual) / Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol (dwyieithog) - BSc (Hons)* Sport Coaching - BSc (Hons) Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage - BSc (Hons) Sport Development - BSc (Hons) Sport Management - BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Analysis - BSc (Hons) Sport Studies - BSc (Hons) Subject to validation

neW Courses in development for 2017 entry: Please visit our website for further details

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Sport, Physical Education & Dance - BA (Hons)

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Above:

Frankie Jones: BSc (Hons) Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage degree Commonwealth Gold Medallist.

Top right: Aled Davies: London 2012 Paralympic Champion, World Record holder (F42 Discus) and British Universities Champion. Cardi School of Sport Graduate.

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Above: Nathan Stephens: Paralympian in 2008 and 2012 and gold medal winner Paralympic Athletics World championships 2011 (Javelin) Centre: Helen Glover: 3 x World Champion, 2 x European Champion and Olympic Champion, Women’s Pairs

Coaching career is going swimmingly thanks to Cardiff Met Former full-time swimmer Matt Williams was keen to combine a career in coaching with degree level studies, and found that Cardiff Met offered him the perfect solution.

Matt began his coaching career as a ‘millennium volunteer’ with the City of Cardiff Swimming Club in 2007.

Determining that coaching was where his future was headed, he went on to teach at Cardiff Council Active Aquatics before becoming head coach of Font-Y-Gary Flippers Swimming Club. In 2010 he was named Swim Wales Young Coach of the Year.

After completing UK Coaching Certificates (UKCC) Level 1 Coaching and Teaching Aquatics; Level 2 Teaching Aquatics; Level 2 Coaching; and a Foundation Diploma in Humanities, Matt decided to undertake a degree. He explained: “Although it wasn’t necessary for my career progression in the short-term, in the long-term I wanted a degree which would hold me in good stead down the line.”

In 2012 Matt started a sports coaching degree course at the University of South Wales in Newport, but made the decision to transfer to Cardiff Met’s Cardiff School of Sport the following year.

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“I chose to transfer to Cardiff Met after I met with the senior sport lecturer at the

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2007: Retired from swimming and started voluntary coaching

2013:

Began degree studies in Sport Coaching at Cardiff Met

2009: Starting teaching swimming at Cardiff Council Active Aquatics

2015:

Appointed Hillingdon Borough Elite Swim Team assistant coach (Hillingdon Swimming Club)

2015:

Graduated from Cardiff Met’s BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching degree with a 2:1

2010:

Swim Wales ‘Young Coach of the Year’ award

2013:

Became head of academy at City of Cardiff Swimming Club

Cardiff School of Sport, and seeing the extensive course programme. As well as the unparalleled facilities and the renowned sport achievements of Cardiff Met, the team providing the Sport Coaching degree programmes are at the top of their field. I don’t think there is anywhere that rivals them.”

He added: “The logistics were also preferable as it wasn’t practical travelling back and forth between where I was based in Cardiff and going to Newport while coaching practically full-time. The tutors were also really supportive, offering flexibility to suit my work, which enabled me to apply what I was learning to my coaching job.”

“The course itself was made up of seminars all year round. It involved lots of discussion and debate, rather than a formal classroom based approach. I know a lot of my fellow students also found this method really effective.”

In June 2015, Matt graduate from the BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching degree with a 2:1 and was appointed as assistant coach at premier London club, Hillingdon Borough Elite Swim Team.

Matt said: “Combining studies with regular coaching hours helped me to develop a coaching philosophy. I understand more who I am as a person and a coach, and why I do the things I do. I actually recommended the degree to a coach I was mentoring in the City of Cardiff Swimming Club who has now enrolled and is already coaching the University swim team.”  @MFW_SwimCoach @Hillingdon_SC

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Dance BA (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW

plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus

Our BA (Hons) in Dance is the first single honours degree in Wales and focuses on developing creative and reflective independent dance practitioners, equipped to work across performance, community and education contexts.

Course lenGth: Three years full-time

Contemporary dance is the main focus and is explored through three core strands:

entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs inc. English A*-C and one of the following:

the healthier dancer Physically training the body & mind.

a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DMM

• Performance Techniques • Healthy Dance Practice

uCas Code: W500

uCas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

Modules within this strand include:

dance Contexts: Choreography & performance Creative approaches to performance.

Modules within this strand include:

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Applicants should demonstrate potential; motivation and a sound level of current dance experience, as well as attend an interview/audition.

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• Research in Performance Practice • Choreographic Research Project • Analytical & Contextual Studies professional practice Preparation for the profession.

Modules within this strand include: • • • •

Dance Pedagogy & Leadership Professional Placement Managing Professional Dance Practice Research Process

full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/W500

The picture of dance in Wales is one of continuous development. The worlds of creativity, performance, programming, participation and viewing are an integral part of the vibrant dance ecology. In order to further its ambitions for dance in Wales, the sector continues to consolidate existing strengths and pursue new practices.

Consequently the dance industry, not only in Wales but also across the whole of the UK, demands a highly skilled, creative and innovative workforce. Pathways into the profession and professional practice are an integral part of the Dance programme at Cardiff Met, providing you with additional enhancement opportunities to develop skills, experiences and qualities essential to work within and contribute to shaping the profession. The design of the programme ensures learning experiences remain current and relevant to prepare you for entry into the profession.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS There has been an increase in the range of career opportunities in the field of dance in recent years, fed by the increased demand for dance engagement and participation in a variety of settings. This exciting programme is designed to meet those demands by preparing skilled dance practitioners of the future.

As such the course will prepare you for a range of portfolio careers in the dance industry, particularly work which takes place in performance, community and education settings. Specific opportunities are provided through a Professional Placement module (in year three) and enhanced learning opportunities often facilitated by practising artists.

Career opportunities include freelance performers and choreographers, education and dance practitioners with professional dance companies, primary & secondary education dance specialists, dance development officers, researchers, community dance practitioners, inclusive practice, and commercial dance performers.

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Sport & Exercise Science BSc (Hons)

KEY FACTS

COURSE OVERVIEW Professionally endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), the course focuses on the scientific basis of performance in sport and participation in exercise.

The main thrust of the course is based on the disciplines of physiology, biomechanics and psychology, with optional focus on performance analysis, sports coaching, and strength and conditioning. You will follow a dedicated pathway throughout the three years that focuses on interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary aspects of Sport and Exercise Science with a high level of vocational relevance and experience. You will also be afforded many opportunities to develop your practical contextual knowledge in exercise settings, training, coaching and performance.

YEAR ONE:

If one chosen from previous, choose two from: • Applied Principles and Techniques (Athletics, Basketball, Badminton, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Problem Based Learning through Outdoor Adventurous Activities, Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) YEAR THREE: Compulsory module:

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• Independent Project* option modules (choose three or four from): • • • • •

Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Sport & Exercise Physiology

professionally endorsed By: British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) uCas Code: C600 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum (inc.

Science) BteC: DDD

Compulsory modules: uCas tariff: 2016 – 320 points 2017 – 128 points

If three from above, choose one from: • Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to the Physiology of Sport & Exercise • Biomechanics & Functional Anatomy for Sport and Exercise • Psychology of Sport & Exercise option modules (choose one from): • Introduction to Strength & Conditioning • Sport Performance Analysis • Introduction to Sport Coaching & Physical Education* YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules: • • • •

Research Process* Physiology of Sport & Exercise* Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Sport & Exercise Psychology

option modules (choose one or two from): • • • •

Strength & Conditioning Sport Performance Analysis Sport Coaching & Physical Education* Work Experience

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Problem Based Learning in Coaching* Advanced Strength & Conditioning Managing High Performance Sport Sport Performance Analysis

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS This course will prepare you to follow a career in sport and exercise science, fitness testing, instruction and health promotion, teaching and lecturing in primary, secondary and higher education, coaching, and in performance analysis within high performance and community levels of sport.

In addition, our graduates have obtained roles in national governing bodies, sports institutes, and non-sporting areas (e.g. business and health). Past graduates have gone on to study physiotherapy, medicine, chiropractic and nursing, while others have obtained employment as scientific support personnel (e.g. in fitness, biomechanics, physiology, psychology and performance analysis) for regional and international rugby teams, golf unions, professional football teams, the English Institute of Sport, Sport Wales, and lecturing globally in sport and exercise science related areas. Progression to postgraduate study and PGCE teacher training is also an option.

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Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

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full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C600 Module also available through medium of Welsh.

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uCas Code: C605 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: One year full-time entry requirements: Applicants must have passed, at their first attempt, all of the modules in the intermediate stage of their medical studies.

Applicants must also have the approval of their current Medical School.

full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C605

Sport & Exercise Science (Intercalated)

BSc (Hons)

COURSE OVERVIEW

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

this course is only open to medical students in the uk who have passed their first three years of medical school (intermediate). it is not a ‘top-up’ course.

Upon successful completion of your medical degree, successful graduates from this course could work in sport and exercise medicine, for example with elite athletes, national teams and squads or be involved in health promotion activities within a local authority or health care trust.

By undertaking this degree, you will integrate with students on the final year of the ‘BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science’ degree and have the opportunity to work in the challenging sports and exercise environment, within first class sports science laboratories and sports facilities. you will study:

Graduates will also be in an ideal position to undertake the ‘MSc Sport & Exercise Medicine’ degree at the Cardiff School of Sport or to register on the recently approved Certificate for Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) in Sport and Exercise Medicine.

• Sport & Exercise Physiology • Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise • A choice of either Exercise Psychology or Sport Psychology • For an Independent Project in one or more of these three subject areas The delivery of modules is achieved using a range of techniques. Specifically you will experience lectures, practicals and seminars for taught modules and one-to-one tutorials and seminars for your Independent Project.

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Sport & Physical Education BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW You will gain in-depth academic and practical knowledge of sport and physical education, and appreciate its issues and operational contexts. The course aims to develop your intellectual knowledge, understanding and application of the academic disciplines that underpin physical education and youth sport. You will evaluate the needs of participants relevant to their age, ability and levels of physical attainment in sport and physical activity and investigate the concepts and issues that inform physical education and youth sport in the UK and abroad. You will be encouraged to build a portfolio of UKCC coaching qualifications, work placement learning and experiences.

Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) And choose two from: • • • • • • • • • •

Sport Coaching & Physical Education* Sport Development in Practice Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship Contemporary People Management Ethics in Sport Sociology of Sport* Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology* Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology Sport Performance Analysis

YEAR ONE:

YEAR THREE:

Compulsory modules (programme specific):

Compulsory modules:

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to Physical Education & Youth Sport* • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science*

• Independent Project* • Advanced Physical Education

option modules (choose one or two from): • Introduction to Sport Coaching & Physical Education* • Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education* option modules (if one from above, choose one from below): • Introduction to Sport Development • Sport Performance Analysis • Understanding Sport Management YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules (programme specific): • Research Process* • Physical Education in Youth Sport option modules (choose two from): • Applied Principles & Techniques (Choose two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Problem based learning through Outdoor Adventurous

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Problem-Based Learning in Coaching* Sociology of Sport & Physical Culture* Ethical Issues in Sport Work Experience* Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Sport & Exercise Physiology Problem-based Learning through Outdoor Adventurous Activities • Sport Performance Analysis

Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

uCas tariff: 2016 – 300 points 2017 – 120 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

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plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus

a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM

option modules (choose two from): • • • • • • • • • •

uCas Code: C604

full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C604 Module also available through medium of Welsh.

Our graduates have followed careers in teaching PE, primary teaching, coaching, the leisure industry, sport science, community sports development, in recreation management, and as national and regional coaches. Past graduates have delivered education progammes at football academies, coached gymnastics, soccer or trampolining, worked as fitness consultants and trainers, as sports analysts, sports administrators, or joined the Armed Forces or Police Service. Others have undertaken further study in the areas of physiotherapy, sports massage, nursing, teaching and coaching.

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Sport & Physical Education Studies (bilingual)/ Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol (dwyieithog) BSc (Hons)* *Subject to validation for 2016 entry onwards

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uCas Code: ut9h plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths, Welsh & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM uCas tariff: 2016 – 300 points 2017 – 120 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

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full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ut9h

This course is focused on developing your academic and practical understanding of sport through a bilingual medium. Whilst some of this course will be delivered through the medium of English, most of the course is available through the medium of Welsh. It is designed to meet the increasing demand for graduates who have bilingual capabilities and qualifications.

Throughout the course you will learn about the science of sporting performance, the coaching process, the socio-cultural and ethical significance of sport and physical activity, and the issues associated with the provision of physical education and youth sport from a pedagogical perspective.

You will also be encouraged to build up a portfolio of UKCC coaching qualifications, work placement learning and experiences.

YEAR ONE: • Cyflwyniad i'r Broses Ymchwil • Introduction to Applied Principles and Techniques in Professional Practice • Cyflwyniad i faterion DiwylliannolGymdeithasol mewn Chwaraeon • Cyflwyniad i Chwaraeon a Gwyddor Ymarfer • Cyflwyniad i Hyfforddi Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol • Cyflwyniad i Addysg Gorfforol a Chwaraeon Ieuenctid YEAR TWO:

• Dulliau Ymchwil • Applied Principles and Techniques (Choose one: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Outdoor Adventurous Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Waterpolo).

• Or you can opt to study a Welsh medium module offered by University of Wales Trinity Saint David instead of the practical module above. option modules (choose three or four): • Cymdeithaseg Chwaraeon • Hyfforddi Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol

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If you have only selected three of the above, then you can select one module from: • • • • •

Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship Contemporary People Management Ethics in Sport Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology

YEAR THREE: Compulsory module: • Prosiect Annibynnol option modules (choose at least three or four):

Compulsory modules: This course page is available in Welsh on our website.

• Addysg Gorfforol a Chwaraeon Ieuenctid • Ffisioleg Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Cymwysedig

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• Cymdeithaseg Diwylliant Corfforol a Chwaraeon • Dygsu Seiliedig ar Ddatrys mewn Hyfforddi • Addysg Gorfforol Uwch • Ffisioleg Ymarfer ar gyfer Iechyd If you have only selected three of the above, then you can select one module from: • • • • • • • •

Ethical Issues in Sport Problem-Based Learning in Coaching Profiad Gwaith Work Experience Sport and Exercise Biomechanics Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Problem-Based Learning Through Outdoor Adventurous Activities

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The degree prepares you for a range of professions within the sports industry, including careers in sports coaching, physical education, sports administration, sports media, and roles with national governing bodies. It is increasingly the case that such careers within the sports sector in Wales (in particular teaching and coaching) require students who possess bilingual skills.

This course specifically prepares you to apply for careers where bilingualism and Welsh language skills are desirable or essential. Progression to postgraduate teacher training is also an option.

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Sport Coaching BSc (Hons)

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COURSE OVERVIEW The course focuses on the application and dissemination of knowledge in the practical coaching environment. Specifically, it will provide you with opportunities to gain a better understanding of the socially contested nature of the coaching process.

You will engage with a range of theories which inform sports coaching and you will develop a critical insight into the application of this knowledge through work based learning experiences. Furthermore, you will be able to apply your knowledge gained from other key disciplines such as: physiology, biomechanics, psychology, measurement issues in sport and exercise science, performance analysis and adapted physical activity to a variety of contextual issues in sports coaching.

YEAR ONE:

Adventurous Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) And two from: • • • • • • •

Sport Development in Practice Ethics in Sport Sociology of Sport* Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology* Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology Sport Performance Analysis

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uCas Code: C603 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

YEAR THREE: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM

Compulsory modules (programme specific): • • • •

Independent Project* Problem-based Learning for Coaching* Work Experience* Advanced Sport Coaching

uCas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

Compulsory modules: Option modules: • Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to the Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to Sport Coaching • Introduction to Sport Coaching & Physical Education* • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science* option modules (choose one from): • Introduction to Sport Development • Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education* • Sport Performance Analysis • Understanding Sport Management YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules: • • • •

Research Process* Sport Coaching Sport Coaching & Physical Education* Work Experience

option modules (choose two from): • Applied Sports Principles & Techniques (Choose two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Problem based learning through Outdoor

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Ethical Issues in Sport Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Sport and Exercise Physiology Sport Performance Analysis Sociology of Sport & Physical Culture* Managing High Performance Sport Commercial Approaches to Sport

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

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EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS Once graduated you will be able to follow a career in coaching and teaching, the leisure industry, sports science support and in the field of sports development. Past graduates have obtained employment in coaching in the UK and abroad in a variety of sporting contexts some examples of which include football coaching in Adelaide, Australia, and in the USA, Assistant Academy Manager for a championship football club, rugby coaching in Singapore, multi-sport coaching in Shanghai and swimming coaching in Wales.

In addition graduates have found employment working as sport development officers for local authorities and National Governing Bodies, as fitness consultants and trainers. Progression to Master's, Doctorate level or PGCE are also options.

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full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C603 Module also available through medium of Welsh

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Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage BSc (Hons)

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uCas Code: C607 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: Grades BB minimum (inc. Science) BteC: DDD uCas tariff: 2016 – 320 points 2017 – 128 points

The course includes core modules within the fields of strength and conditioning, rehabilitation and sports massage, as well as modules in the underpinning sports-science disciplines of physiology, psychology and biomechanics.

option modules (choose two from):

Work-based learning is a key element of the final year of study, to enable you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings and to gain value experience to use as a foundation for future employment.

YEAR THREE:

Furthermore, the learning outcomes for modules across the programme are clearly linked to the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA), British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT) and Sports Massage Association (SMA) competencies and role delineations, leaving you ideally placed to pursue these accreditations with these professional bodies.

• Physiology of Sport & Exercise* • Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise • Sport & Exercise Psychology

Compulsory modules: • Independent Project* Compulsory modules (programme specific): • Work-Based Learning option modules (programme specific choose one or two from): • Advanced Strength & Conditioning • Advanced Sports Rehabilitation option modules (choose 0 or one from):

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

YEAR ONE: Compulsory modules:

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science* Compulsory modules (programme specific):

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full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C607 Module also available through medium of Welsh

• Introduction to Strength & Conditioning • Introduction to Sports Massage & Soft Tissue Practices • Introduction to Sports Injuries & Rehabilitation YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules:

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Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Exercise Psychology Sports Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Sport & Exercise Physiology

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS This course provides graduates with the skills and knowledge to work in strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, sports massage or sports science settings. Graduates are ideally placed to pursue careers with a range of populations including youth and development academies, professional teams, sports governing bodies, national institutes of sports, health and fitness industry, or as independent practitioners.

Graduates will also be well placed to undertake further study at Master’s or PhD level, or complete a PGCE.

• Research Process* Compulsory modules (programme specific): • Strength & Conditioning • Sports Injuries & Rehabilitation • Sport Massage & Soft Tissue Practices

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Sport Development BSc (Hons)

KEY FACTS

COURSE OVERVIEW The course focuses on developing your intellectual knowledge and understanding of sport development within a local, national and international context, with a focus on school, community and elite sport.

Course content considers the macro and micro components of effective sport development in relation to sport policy, sport management and marketing and the structure and resourcing of sport.

You will complete compulsory problembased learning and work placement modules, facilitating a better understanding of both the theory and practice of sport development and the relationship between the two. In particular, this will provide you with a good understanding of how sporting opportunities are developed and their potential impact within the different sport development settings.

option modules (choose two from):

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• Applied Principles & Techniques (Choose one or two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) • Problem Based Learning through Outdoor Adventurous Activities • Contemporary People Management

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professionally endorsed By: Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) uCas Code: C602 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following:

Compulsory modules: YEAR ONE:

• Independent Project*

Compulsory modules:

Compulsory modules (programme specific):

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice

• Strategic Management & Change • Applied Sport Development

a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM uCas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

option modules (choose two from):

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Compulsory modules (programme specific): • Introduction to Sport Development • Problem Based Learning in Sport Development • Introduction to Physical Activity & Behaviour Change option modules (choose one from): • Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education* • Introduction to Sport Coaching/PE* YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules: • Research Process* Compulsory modules (programme specific): • Sport Development in Practice • Sport Interventions: Promoting Behaviour Change • Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship

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• Marketing & Event Management • Contemporary Issues in Sport Development

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

And one from: • Ethical Issues in Sport • Sociology of Sport & Physical Culture* • Problem Based Learning for Coaching* EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS On graduation you will be able to follow a career in sports development, leisure/sports management, coaching and teaching.

Specifically, past graduates have obtained employment in local authorities, national governing bodies, sports councils and sports marketing companies, event management organisations, the adventure activity industry and the university sector. Graduates have also been accepted onto management trainee programmes; others have undertaken further study at Master's level or undertaken a PGCE.

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uCas Code: Cn62 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM

Sport Management BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW This degree will enable you to develop the critical understanding, professional knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to take up a managerial position in the fast expanding sport industry. You will be given the opportunity to challenge your preconceptions and establish guiding principles of what it means to be a manager in the industry today. Notions such as best practice, benchmarking and personal professional development in an industrial context will be investigated and examined.

You will be challenged to question the meaning and purpose of sport in contemporary society.

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Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology Sport Performance Analysis Sport Coaching/PE* Work Experience Problem based learning through Outdoor Adventurous Activities • Applied Principles & Techniques (Choose two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Outdoor Adventurous Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) • Work Experience YEAR THREE:

YEAR ONE: Compulsory modules: Compulsory modules:

uCas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Understanding Sport Management • Finance for Sport Managers option modules (choose two from):

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

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• Introduction to Physical Activity & Behaviour Change • Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education* • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science* • Sport Performance Analysis • Introduction to Sport Coaching/PE* • Introduction to Sport Development • Introduction to Sport & Event Tourism YEAR TWO:

• Independent Project or Enterprise Project* • Commercial Approaches to Sport • Strategic Management & Change option modules (choose two from): • • • • • • • • • • • •

Marketing & Event Management Ethical Issues in Sport* Sociology of Sport & Physical Culture* Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Advanced Sport & Exercise Physiology Work Experience* Managing High Performance Sport Sport in Context Problem-based Learning Through Outdoor Adventurous Activities • Sport Performance Analysis • Corporate Finance

Compulsory modules: EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS • • • •

Research Process* Applied Sport Management Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship Contemporary People Management

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Sport Development in Practice Sport & Event Tourism Industrial Qualification Financial Planning for Business Ethics in Sport Sociology of Sport* Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology

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You will be able to follow a career in sport facilities management, health and fitness management, sport management consultancy, teaching and lecturing, sports event management, sports development and in local authority sports departments.

In addition, you can follow management careers in other industry sectors, join the armed or uniformed forces, or set up a business. As well as these employment options you will be able to undertake postgraduate study including PGCE, MSc and MA programmes.

Information correct at time of print

Sport Performance Analysis BSc (Hons)

KEY FACTS

COURSE OVERVIEW This is an applied sport science programme that focuses on the understanding, improvement and analysis of performance in sport. The curriculum progressively develops your knowledge of tactical analysis, measuring technical effectiveness, and specific technique analysis within actual sporting performance using a range of modern techniques and technology. In addition, you will be introduced to behavioural analysis of coach and athletes, and state-of-the-art athlete monitoring and time-motion analysis techniques via GPS (Global Positioning Systems).

You will be given many opportunities to develop your practical and contextual knowledge in training, coaching and performance that will allow you to evaluate and modify your own professional practice as an analyst and that of performers and coaches in a range of sports. It will also enable you to develop the specific, vocational skill-set necessary to embark on a career in performance analysis.

option modules (choose one or two from): • • • • •

Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship Sociology of Sport* Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology

If one chosen above, choose one from: • Applied Principles & Techniques. (Choose two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Outdoor Adventurous Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo)

• • • • • •

Problem-Based Learning for Coaching* Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise Sport Psychology Advanced Sport & Exercise Physiology Work Experience* Problem Based Learning through Outdoor Adventurous Activities

option modules (choose one from):

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS

• Understanding Sport Management • Introduction to Physical Activity & Behaviour Change • Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education*

You will be able to follow a career in elite sport performance analysis, sports science support, sports development and nonsporting applications of performance analysis. Past graduates who specialised in performance analysis at undergraduate and postgraduate level have become very influential in high performance sport, working for a wide range on international governing bodies and professional clubs.

Examples include the RFU, WRU, the EWCB, the EIS, Aviva Premier rugby, premiership football clubs and Team GB at the London Olympic Games. The subjects studied and skills learnt will also give you the opportunity to continue your education to Master's degree and Doctorate level.

• • • •

Research Process* Sport Performance Analysis Sport Coaching/PE* Work Experience

Information correct at time of print

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uCas Code: C690 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM uCas tariff: 2016 – 300 points 2017 – 120 points

• Independent Project* • Managing High Performance Sport • Sport Performance Analysis

Compulsory modules:

Compulsory modules:



Compulsory modules:

option modules (choose two from):

YEAR TWO:



YEAR THREE:

YEAR ONE:

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science • Sport Performance Analysis • Introduction to Sport Coaching/PE*



Have a question?  @CMetAdmissions

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

 *

full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C690 Module also available through medium of Welsh

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 KEY FACTS

   

uCas Code: C601 plaCe of study: Cyncoed Campus Course lenGth: Three years full-time entry requirements: A typical offer is based on five GCSEs to inc. English, Maths & Science A*-C and one of the following: a-levels: To include grades BB minimum BteC: DDM

Sport Studies BSc (Hons) COURSE OVERVIEW This degree will require you to critically examine sport in its socio-cultural context.

Sports culture is dynamic rather than fixed and requires scholars to develop critical thinking from a range of relevant perspectives. You will continuously challenge your own preconceptions and guiding principles both as to the nature and purposes of modern sports cultures.

This course has a strong humanities and social science element and is particularly geared towards those of you who are interested in the place and role that sports play in contemporary society. The programme draws on historical, sociological and ethical perspectives to examine and understand the global appeal and cultural significance of sport.

• Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology • Applied Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise • Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology If one chosen above, choose one from: • Applied Principles and Techniques.

(Choose two: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, HRE, Netball, Outdoor Adventurous Activities (counts as two), Rugby, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining, Volleyball, Water Polo) YEAR THREE: Compulsory modules: • Independent Project*

uCas tariff: 2016 – 280 points 2017 – 112 points

YEAR ONE:

Other entry routes are accepted. Please visit our website for full details.

• Introduction to the Research Process* • Introduction to Applied Principles & Techniques in Professional Practice

Successful applicants will be invited to and be expected to attend a sport specific applicant day as part of the application process.

Compulsory modules (programme specific):

Compulsory modules (programme specific): Compulsory modules:

• Contemporary Issues in Sport & Physical Education* • Sport Studies: A Critical Introduction option modules (choose three from):

 *

full Course detail: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/C601 Module also available through medium of Welsh

• Understanding Sport Management • Introduction to Sport Development • Introduction to Physical Activity & Behaviour Change • Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science* • Sport Performance Analysis • Introduction to Sport Coaching/PE* YEAR TWO: Compulsory modules: • • • •

Research Process* Sport Performance Analysis Sport Coaching/PE* Work Experience

option modules (choose one or two from): • Sport Marketing and Entrepreneurship • Sociology of Sport*

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Have a question?  @CMetAdmissions

• Ethical Issues in Sport • Sociology of Sport & Physical Culture* option modules (choose two from): • • • • • • • • • • •

Commercial Approaches to Sport Marketing & Event Management Problem Based Learning for Coaching* Exercise Psychology Sport Psychology Exercise Physiology for Health* Advanced Sport & Exercise Physiology Sport Performance Analysis Work Experience* Sport in Context Problem Based Learning Through Outdoor Adventurous Activities

EMPLOYABILITY & CAREERS The sport studies degree will prepare you for success in a range of professions, both within the sports industry, including careers in sports coaching, physical education, sports development, sports management, sports administration, sports media, and roles with national governing bodies, and within the graduate sector more broadly.

Progression to postgraduate study is also an option with our MA Sport, Body and Society programme, as well as other postgraduate taught and research degree studies within the University and at other higher education institutions.

Information correct at time of print

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“Mi wnes i dderbyn fy holl addysg trwy fy mamiaith felly roedd dewis astudio cwrs trwy’r Gymraeg yn gam naturiol i mi. Mae nifer o fanteision wrth astudio trwy’r iaith fel gwell cyfle am swydd gan fod dwy iaith yn rhoi dwywaith y cyfle.”

Dylan Nicholas, myfyriwr BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Busnes a Rheoli ym Met Caerdydd a llysgennad y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol (i’r dde) I wybod mwy am astudio drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg a Dylan ei hun, darllenwch ei flog yn: http://blog.colegcymraeg.cymru/cyfranwyr/dylannicholas/

Cymdeithasu: Mae’r ddinas a’r Brifysgol yn llawn cyfleoedd i gymdeithasu drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Tu mewn i’r Brifysgol mae’n bosib ymuno â Changen y Coleg Cymraeg a Chymdeithas Gymraeg y myfyrwyr. Mae’r ddau yn trefnu pob math o ddigwyddiadau, o gigs gyda bandiau i deithiau i Brifysgolion eraill. Yn ystod wythnos y glas fe fydd hi’n bosib i ti ymuno â’r ddau yma a dechrau mwynhau bywyd Cymraeg yn y ddinas.

“Mae astudio drwy’r Gymraeg yn hwyl.

Mae’r darlithwyr yn gwneud popeth posib i’ch helpu chi ac mae’r dosbarthiadau bach yn rhoi pob cyfle i chi ofyn cwestiynau ac i gymryd rhan.

Mae’r darlithwyr hefyd yn hapus i ailesbonio unrhyw beth sy’n gymhleth ond meant yn ymwybodol iawn o ddigwyddiadau cyfoes, profiad gwaith a chystadlaethau diddorol. Rwy’n credu bod astudio rhan o fy ngradd drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg mynd i fod o fudd go iawn i mi ar ôl i mi raddio” Iwan James Williams, Myfyriwr BA (Anrh) Rheoli Digwyddiadau.

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“Dwi wrth fy modd yn cael astudio chwaraeon drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg a chael bod yn rhan o Gangen y Met! Drwy astudio yn y Met dwi’n dysgu llu o bethau newydd ac wedi dod i nabod cymaint o fyfyrwyr eraill o Gymru a thu hwnt. Mae’r Gangen yn rhoi’r cyfle i fi ddod i nabod myfyrwyr sy’n siarad Cymraeg a bod yn rhan o gymuned agos a chyfeillgar. Am fy mod yn astudio bron fy ngradd Chwaraeon i gyd yn y Gymraeg dwi wedi llwyddo i dderbyn un o Brif Ysgoloriaethau’r Coleg, sef £3,000.

Mae hyn wedi bod yn help anferth i mi wrth astudio.”

Naomi Rose Davies, BSc Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol

Welsh Language Provision/ Darpariaeth Gymraeg Drwy gymryd rhan yn y cyfleoedd Cymraeg sydd yn y brifysgol a’r ddinas, fe fyddi di’n gallu datblygu’r sgiliau angenrheidiol ar gyfer byd gwaith a dod yn rhan o gymuned o Gymry Cymraeg sydd yn byw, yn astudio ac yn gweithio yn y ddinas. Drwy ddatblygu sgiliau yn y Gymraeg byddi di’n gallu mwynhau defnyddio’r iaith a dod i nabod pobl newydd. Byddi di hefyd yn gallu cynnig y sgiliau hyn i gyflogwyr, rhywbeth fydd yn dy wneud yn gystadleuol iawn wrth geisio am swyddi.

Astudio drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg Mae’r Brifysgol yn cynnig nifer o gyfleoedd i fyfyrwyr astudio drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Mae’n bosib astudio yn y meysydd isod:

y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol: Mae bosib cynnig am Brif Ysgoloriaethau’r Coleg Cymraeg sy’n werth hyd at £3,000 am astudio o leiaf 2/3 o’r cyrsiau Addysg, a Chwaraeon drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Os nad wyt ti am astudio cymaint â hyn drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, mae’n bosib cynnig am Ysgoloriaethau Cymhelliant y Coleg, sy’n £500 y flwyddyn am astudio o leiaf 1/3 o dy gwrs drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.

Mae’n bosib cynnig am yr Ysgoloriaethau hyn ar gyrsiau Addysg, Astudiaethau Busnes, a Chwaraeon.

Am fwy o wybodaeth, neu er mwyn ymgeisio am yr Ysgoloriaethau, mae’r manylion ar www.colegcymraeg.ac.uk.

maes

darpariaeth

Celf a Dylunio

Hyd at 40 credyd bob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Addysg

Hyd at 80 credyd bob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Astudiaethau Busnes

Hyd at 40 credyd bob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Astudiaethau Twristiaeth/ Lletygarwch

Hyd at 40 credyd bob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Chwaraeon

Hyd at 80 credyd bob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Therapi Iaith a Lleferydd

Peth darpariaeth ar gael ym mhob blwyddyn yn y Gymraeg

Am fwy o wybodaeth ewch i: www.metcaerdydd.ac.uk a chliciwch ar astudio drwy’r Gymraeg.

GWyBodaeth BellaCh: Daniel Tiplady  dtiplady@cardiffmet.ac.uk  @colegcymraeg

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Open Days Come and visit us Whether you’ve already made your mind up that Cardiff Met is the place for you; or if you’re still deciding, attending one of our Open Days is essential.

Coming to an Open Day is the perfect chance for you to find out more about the course you're interested in, speak to course tutors and students and tour our facilities, accommodation and campuses.

It also gives you the perfect opportunity to visit Cardiff and explore our fantastic city.

We run Open Days by academic school throughout the year, which are relevant to your course and your area of interest. We run these events for the following areas:

 Cardiff School of Art & Design  Cardiff School of Education

 Cardiff School of Health Science  Cardiff School of Management  Cardiff School of Sport

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“Loved the size of the campus, it's not too big and not too small, it doesn't seem daunting.

I felt at home as soon as I got there and the staff and students seem friendly and supportive” Open Day Visitor 2015

For a full list of dates and areas covered, visit our website at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/opendays It is essential that you book to attend any of our Open Days.

You can do this by registering online at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/opendays, by contacting our Open Day Officer on 029 2041 6042 or by emailing us at: opendays@cardiffmet.ac.uk

Sport ApplicAnt DAyS For those who apply for a Sport degree at the University, we also run a series of Sport Applicant Days from December to May. You cannot book onto one of these events; you have to be specifically invited.

In order to receive an invitation you will need to meet, or be predicted to meet, the entry requirements of the course you wish to apply to. Please refer to the individual course descriptions in this prospectus and on our website for entry requirements.

“I loved how informative the student ambassadors were and all of the staff.

Everything I wanted to know I found out and I loved every second of the day. Cardiff Met is my first choice 100% and I cannot wait to see if I have got in soon!”

Open Day Visitor 2015

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Admissions & How to Apply To guarantee consideration all applications to Cardiff Met for full-time undergraduate courses should be made and submitted online via UCAS at www.ucas.com between 1 September and 15 January. After this time, applications are only considered if there are vacancies on the course.

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Our Institution code on UCAS is C20 and we do not use individual campus codes.

Please note: Our Cardiff School of Art & Design programmes have a slightly different deadline date of 24 March.

Full instructions are detailed online and help is available at: www.ucas.com/apply.

Students at school or college should also seek advice from their tutors.

Cardiff Met accepts deferred applications for the majority of programmes, please contact Admissions (see opposite) to confirm this is the case for the course you are interested in.

perSonAl StAtement

termS AnD conDitionS of your offer

This is a very important part of your UCAS application; it’s your chance to tell us what excites and motivates you, what your ambitions are, your transferable skills, about research you’ve done and your experiences. Make sure it’s your personal statement but ask a teacher, friend or parent to proof read it; there’s nothing worse than seeing spelling mistakes.

A binding contract is formed between the University and the applicant when the applicant accepts the offer of a place.

This contract is the basis of your relationship with the University.

Your place with the University will be subject to you fulfilling the application process and enrolling at the start of your programme. Your place will be subject to the terms and conditions stated in your offer letter, the information contained in the relevant University prospectus and/or website, and the policies and procedures of the University (available on the website).

These are referred to in the student handbook and student charter and will be sent to you before the start of the programme. For further details please refer to www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/terms

ADvice for ApplicAntS To help make sense of all the information you need to know when making an application to university, we have put together our ‘Advice for Applicants’ web pages to help you identify the main things that you have to do throughout the application cycle - both before and after you make your UCAS application: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ advice4applicants

open DAyS Admissions will be on hand at our Open Days to answer any questions you may have regarding your application. Visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/opendays and book your place today.

Useful telephone numbers: UCAS UK: 0371 468 0 468 UCAS non-UK: + 44 330 3330 230

Visit: www.ucas.com/personalstatement for more information.

How AnD wHen you will HeAr About tHe StAtuS of your ApplicAtion You can view the status of your application online at any time by visiting UCAS Track at www.ucas.com/track. However, we will also be in touch via letter, email and SMS throughout every step of the application cycle - from the moment you apply, through to when a decision is made.

Helpful advice and reminders will be sent right up until you start the course in September.

For callers with hearing difficulties: UK: 18001 0371 468 0468 cleAring (Text Relay service) Non-UK: + 44 151 494 1260 (Text Phone) and then ask the operator to dial 0371 468 0 468

StuDentS witH DiSAbilitieS Students should use their UCAS application to declare any disabilities so any necessary arrangements and/or provisions can be put in place by our Student Services Team.

See page 156 or visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentservices

If for whatever reason you have declined all your offers, or did not gain a place at your chosen university, you may be eligible for Clearing. Courses with vacancies will be advertised on UCAS from July and on our website from August. If you would like someone to talk you through your options, please call our Clearing advice line on 0300 330 0755 or email askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk from July onwards.

If you become a student, the University will take all reasonable steps to provide the educational services described in this prospectus and other promotional material. However, we cannot guarantee that circumstances beyond our control e.g. industrial action, will not interfere with our ability to provide these services. In such circumstances, the University will take all reasonable steps to minimise disruption to your education.

our ADmiSSionS policy Cardiff Metropolitan University's admissions policy seeks to accept anyone who would benefit from higher education.

Applications are considered on their individual merits, and will take into account a wide range of formal qualifications (please see Entry Requirements on the next page), as well as any relevant work experience.

The admissions policy can be viewed at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/admissions

For any further information please contact Admissions:  029 2041 6010  askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/advice4applicants  @CMetAdmissions

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Entry Requirements The next few years will see substantial qualification reforms and UCAS tariff changes throughout the UK. Cardiff Met will endeavour to be as flexible as possible during this transitional period so as not to disadvantage applicants.

For entry onto our programmes, applicants should normally have Level 3 qualifications. We accept a range of different qualifications, and will consider a variety of different combinations.

Specific information on entry requirements can be found on each course page in this prospectus and online at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

We welcome applications from applicants who may not necessarily have the required academic qualifications.

Generally however, if an applicant has been out of education for more than five years, an Access to Higher Education Diploma or similar may be required in a relevant subject. See page 118 for further information.

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eu/internAtionAl StuDentS

gcSe profile

Students from the EU and further afield will need a qualification acceptable to the University that will indicate their ability to study through the medium of English Language to be able to successfully complete their chosen course. We will require students whose first language isn’t English to meet course specific English Language criteria such as IELTS.

We generally ask for five GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or above for entry onto the majority of our programmes, to include English Language and Maths.

Please check individual course entry pages for specific requirements: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

AS-levelS Cardiff Met recognises the equivalence of qualifications awarded in each member country of the EU and further afield, applicants can visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/overseasquals for further information.

Non-EU students can also visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international.

From 2017 entry onwards, in line with qualification regulators’ statements, AS levels will be repositioned to 40% of an A-level, as opposed to 50%. We will continue to take the whole application into consideration.

Cardiff Met will not count points from an AS-level if an applicant has progressed to the full A-level.

A-levelS/btec A large proportion of our students enter the University with three A-levels or BTEC Level 3 Diploma qualifications.

We will also consider combinations of these qualifications for entry onto our programmes. Individual course entry requirements can be found at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

welSH bAccAlAureAte We welcome applications from applicants who are completing the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma alongside A-levels or vocational qualifications. For 2017 entry onwards, the Welsh Baccalaureate will be graded and awarded tariff points equal to an A-level, and our offers will reflect this.

extenDeD project QuAlificAtion Due to the additional breadth of study the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) brings, we welcome applicants who have studied the Extended Project alongside A-levels or vocational qualifications. Applicants should ensure they list this qualification on their UCAS application form so that it can be taken into consideration as part of the whole application.

AcceSS to HigHer eDucAtion DiplomA Cardiff Met welcomes applicants with Access to HE qualifications.

It is particularly suitable for applicants who have been out of education for a period of time. Applicants may need additional English language and/or Maths qualifications such as GCSEs for certain programmes. Please check individual course entry information as entry requirements will vary depending on the programme: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

internAtionAl bAccAlAureAte (ib) DiplomA Cardiff Met is happy to receive applications from applicants who are studying the IB Diploma. Some programmes will ask for specific subjects within the IB and grades at Higher level (HL).

tHe ucAS tAriff From 2017 onwards, UCAS are making major changes to the number of tariff points awarded to qualifications. Grading will still work in the same way (A,B,C etc), but the number of tariff points awarded will be adjusted. Universities will also change their entry requirements to reflect this, for example, a standard offer may have been 280 points, but under the new system, that offer will be 112 points.

The tables below show some of the most common qualifications students use to gain entry to university along with the old and new tariff system: A-levelS grade

old tariff

A*

140

new tariff 56

A

120

48

B

100

40

C

80

32

D

60

24

E

40

16

iriSH leAving certificAte btec nAtionAl DiplomA We welcome applications from applicants studying the Irish Leaving Certificate.

Specific requirements will vary according to programme, but we only consider Higher Level subjects at C2 or above.

Further information can be found at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

grade

old tariff

new tariff

DDD

360

144

DDM

320

128

DMM

280

112

MMM

240

96

MMP

200

80

MPP

160

64

PPP

120

48

ScottiSH HigHerS We consider Scottish Advanced Highers, Scottish Highers and other Scottish qualifications that meet our entry requirements.

Further information about the new tariff can be found by visiting the UCAS website at: www.ucas.com.

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Top Tips for Applicants We’re really happy that you’re considering Cardiff Met, so make sure you read up on all the important tips and guidance below to find out what to consider between now and the start of your course.

This prospectus contains a full list of all of our undergraduate opportunities and entry requirements, but when doing your research, make sure you visit our course pages for even more valuable information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate.

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Do your research

prepare for your interview

Where do you want to study and why?

What do you want to study and why?

Will you be able to meet the entry requirements?  cardiffmet.ac.uk/beforeyouapply

Some undergraduate applicants may be asked to attend an interview.

Remember, this is also your chance to ask us questions as well!

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6 Apply for accommodation

visit us at an open Day Meet current academics, students and support staff.

Get a feel of what it’s like living, studying and socialising at that university.

Soak up the atmosphere!  cardiffmet.ac.uk/opendays

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Sharing a house or flat with other students is one of the best things about university. After you have made Cardiff Met your firm or insurance choice, You’ll be able to apply for accommodation from 1 April onwards.

For more information, please visit:  cardiffmet.ac.uk/accommodation

7 Apply for student finance!

put together your personal Statement Tell us what excites and motivates you, what your BIG ambitions are, your transferable skills, about research you’ve done and your experiences.  www.ucas.com/personalstatement

To make sure that you receive the first installment of your student loan on time in September, apply for your financial support as soon as you decide to apply to university - don’t wait until you are offered a place.  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentfinance

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8

Apply through ucAS

Ask us questions!

UCAS opens early September each year, create a Track account and submit your application.

Need help with your application, personal statement or anything else?  @CMetAdmissions  cardiffmet.ac.uk/afteryouapply

We’re here for advice and guidance and to answer any application related questions, so don’t be shy, Tweet us at @CMetAdmissions,  askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk  029 2041 6010

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Your Applicant Journey *Please note. This diagram highlights the key steps a Home (UK/EU) student would typically take from the point of application through to enrolment. International students may follow a slightly different journey. Please visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international for further information.

Apply tHrougH ucAS Opems early September www.ucas.com/apply

Got the offer you wanted?

Change of mind?

No offers?

unconDitionAl

conDitionAl

cHooSe your ‘firm’ AnD ‘inSurAnce’ cHoiceS

cHooSe your ‘firm’ AnD ‘inSurAnce’ cHoiceS

ucAS extrA Opens late-Feb and allows you to make one extra applicatiomn

met your (non-AcADemic) conDitionS? You might be required to meet extra conditions alongside you academic ones. See individual course pages for more information

got tHe grADeS you neeD? Whatever you are working towards, good luck with your results

not got tHe grADeS you neeD? Admissions will advise you on your options

enrolment Opens end of July www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ enrolment

cleAring Dont panic, give us a call and we’ll help you decide what to do next 0300 330 0755 117

Widening Access at the University Learning for everyone...

Cardiff Metropolitan University welcomes people of all ages and from all backgrounds.

no trADitionAl QuAlificAtionS?

AccreDiteD level 3 courSeS

Many people think that higher education is beyond their capabilities or they are unsure about what it means to be a student.

We run a number of accredited Level 3 courses that are designed for people who want to return to study but perhaps feel they are not quite ready for direct entry into higher education.

At Cardiff Met we consider a diverse range of entry qualifications and pride ourselves in making study as accessible and flexible as possible. We will give you information about the financial assistance on offer and support should you need it.

“I did my Access course in College and I was absolutely adamant that I was going because I wanted to be the first one in my family to go to university.”

Kayleigh Hall Health and Social Care Student

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We also offer advice and guidance on your future career choices as well as practical help with applications for employment or further study. Whoever you are, regardless of age, race, gender or background we have courses that you will enjoy studying, which are taught in a comfortable and non-threatening environment.

For further information about these courses, entry requirements and how to apply please refer to our website: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/wideningaccess

eQuAl opportunitieS We recognise that discrimination is unacceptable and are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for staff and students in all aspects of our activities as an educational institution.

courSeS for ADult leArnerS The University offers a wide range of free courses for adults throughout the year in local community settings. These give a taste of courses that you can study at a higher level and are a great way to find out more about university before committing to a full course. We also run ‘How to apply’ sessions enabling you to gain advice on how to complete your UCAS application.

Further information on our courses for adult learners can be found at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/wideningaccess or contact the Widening Access team:  +44 (0)29 2020 1563  wideningaccess@cardiffmet.ac.uk On Social Media:  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/wideningaccess  www.facebook.com/wideningaccess  www.twitter.com/wideningaccess

firSt cAmpuS Cardiff Metropolitan University is a partner in the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW) Reaching Wider programme, First Campus. The First Campus programme’s mission and purpose is to provide a series of pathways that inspire and capture the imagination of learners from Communities First areas in South East Wales who are traditionally under-represented in higher education.

It is our aim to raise aspirations, inspire learners, provide defined progression pathways to higher education and promote learning, success and retention.

We promote fair access to the professions and priority sectors including Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM), Creative & Cultural Industries (CCI), Hospitality & Tourism, Business and Sport, as well as flexible part-time learning opportunities.

Our policy is to actively combat direct and indirect discrimination, raise awareness to help minimise the likelihood of intentional or unintentional discrimination and to take steps to ensure that all members of the University comply with the law, equal opportunities legislation and codes of practice.

The First Campus partnership is now in its fourteenth year of operation and continues to raise aspirations, improve access and create new study opportunities and learning pathways to higher education through its exciting learning activities programmes. It also provides help and support to identified pupils in primary and secondary education through its mentoring programme.

For further information, please contact our First Campus Co-ordinators:  +44 (0)29 2041 6796  aedavies@cardiffmet.ac.uk lsmith@cardiffmet.ac.uk plambert@cardiffmet.ac.uk nray@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/firstcampus

“Break it down, take one step at a time, you will definitely fulfil your potential and reach your goals.”

Njide Ezechi Lecturer at Cardiff Met

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Financing your way through university* Going to university is a considerable financial investment, but you should remember that holding a higher qualification such as a degree will improve your job prospects, making it easier to find a fulfilling, well paid job.

During your time at university, you will have two main costs to meet: tuition fees and living costs. As a full-time undergraduate student, you may be eligible for a package of financial support made up of:  A loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees.  A loan to help with your living costs.  Various means-tested non-repayable grants (Welsh students only, depending on your circumstances).

For up-to-date tuition fees and the financial support that may be available whilst you study, please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ studentfinance

fAQ’s Understanding what financial support is available and how you pay back any student loans can be confusing, so we have put together some answers to the questions you may have: Q. How much are the tuition fees?

A. Full time undergraduate tuition fees at Cardiff Met are currently £9,000 per year.

Q. Do I need the funds to pay the tuition fees up front?

A. Welsh & EU Students No, the government will be providing loans for the duration of your three or four-year course and this is only repaid once your salary exceeds £21,000 a year.

As a Welsh student, the Welsh Assembly Government will provide a non-repayable grant for the first £5,190 for each of your yearly full-time tuition fees, the remaining £3,810 will be paid directly to the University as a repayable loan.

English, Scottish, & Northern Irish Students No, the government will be providing loans for the duration of your three or four-year course and this is only repaid once your salary exceeds £21,000 a year.

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Q. Is there more than one type of student loan available?

A. Yes, you can apply for two types of government loans. The first is a tuition fee loan, which is automatically paid to your university to cover the cost of your course. The second is a maintenance loan, which is there to help with the cost of living (such as accommodation, books, food and other additional costs you may incur). Maintenance loans are paid to you in three installments during the academic year to help you manage your money.

Q. Does everyone qualify to receive a student loan?

A. Yes, student loans (both tuition fee and maintenance loans) are available for all students who meet the eligibility criteria. To check your eligibility, visit the relevant website based on where you live (see Where can I find out more information?).

Tuition fee loans are available for the full cost of your course, no matter what your personal financial situation.

Maintenance loans differ slightly, in that, they are means tested (dependent on your parents combined household salary) and (for Welsh students only) given in conjunction with maintenance grants. The grants are non-repayable, meaning you will never have to pay them back.

Q. When and how are the student loans repaid?* A. You won't be eligible to repay the loan until you graduate and begin earning £21,000 or over; monthly repayments are 9% of everything you earn above this figure. Loan repayments are taken from your ‘net’ pay through the Income Tax system. Therefore, like Income Tax and National Insurance, the money never actually makes it into your bank and if your income ever falls below £21,000, you don't get a job or take a career break, your payments will stop.

See the table to the right for example repayments:

Annual income before tax

Monthly income before tax

Amount repayable per p/m

Up to £21,000

Up to £1,750

£0

£25,000

£2,083.33

£30

£30,000

£2,500

£67

Q. When should I apply for these loans and financial support?

A. If you want to make sure that you receive the first installment of your loan (and grants!) when you start university - you must apply for your financial support as soon as you decide to apply to university, don’t wait until you are offered a place. Applications must be renewed each academic year.

Q. Where can I find out more information?

A. For more information on financing your way through university and how to apply for the various loans available, take a look at the following websites: Welsh & other EU students: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk English students: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance Northern Irish students: www.studentfinanceni.co.uk Scottish students: www.saas.gov.uk

open DAyS We also run finance talks at all of our Open Days. This is a great opportunity for both students and parents to find out more and ask any questions about student finance.

Our Student Support Services also run a Student Finance & Welfare Advisory Service offering confidential, impartial and non-judgemental advice on all aspects of student finance: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentservices.

Please also see page 158.

Rent Bills Food & Toiletries Travel Books & Course Materials

£3,900 £0

Private Landlord (Room in a Shared House) £2,750 £400

£1,300

£1,300

£400

£400

£350

£350

£100

£100

Photocopying

£400

£400

Clothing Laundry Insurance

£120 £100 £500

£0 £100 £500

Misc (Haircuts, TV License, Phone, Going Out etc…)

£900

£900

Total (38 weeks)

£8,070

£7,200

cArDiff met burSArieS & ScHolArSHipS The University is proud to offer a range of scholarships designed to help you succeed. For further information about what’s available, eligibility and how to apply, please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/scholarships

money tipS Making your money last is an important skill whilst at university, so we’ve put together some handy tips to help you manage your money:  Budget & plan for essential expenses first (e.g. rent and bills)  Shop around for a good student bank account - some come with gifts and benefits e.g. a free Young Person’s Coachcard  Buy a bus pass (the Met Rider offers heavily subsidised travel across Cardiff)  Cook fresh and in bulk so you can freeze for later (it’s cheaper than buying ready meals and takeaways)  Think about getting a part-time job they are a great way to earn some extra spending money  If you’re in difficulty, come and talk to student services – we’re here to help  Make sure you apply for a bursaries and/or scholarships if eligible  Read advice from our student blogger Charlotte on how to save money at university: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentblogs

Cardiff Met Non-catered Halls

It’s also worth remembering that certain courses may incur some extra costs. More information can be found on our Additional Course Cost webpages: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/additionalcosts

wHAt Are tHe AverAge living coStS for one yeAr? The table below is based on the average costs for living in Cardiff. Obviously, these figures will vary between students but they are designed to give you an idea of the sort of living costs you will face.

Remember, it is up to you how you spend your money!

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Employability and Careers

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Our focus on employability and careers has ensured that 94% of our graduates enter employment or further study within six months of graduation.*

* Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) Survey 2014.

Making the decision to attend university is a big life investment, not only from a financial point of view, but the course you choose will pave the way for a rewarding career in your chosen field.

Your course will provide you with knowledge and experience closely linked to the employment market, teaching methods that will help develop your core work skills and staff that use real-world issues in the curriculum as well as visiting lecturers from business and industry.

Finally, all courses have Personal Development Planning systems adapted to the subject, helping you identify your development needs, reflect on your experiences and record your achievements in a progress file or e-portfolio.

Close links with local employers help to ensure you know more about your future career options and give you the opportunity to network with potential employers as well as preparing you for a rapidly changing world.

Visit the following pages within this prospectus to hear from some of our graduates and how studying with us helped them progress beyond graduation

It is our aim to provide you with employability skills that will help support your future career. These skills will be developed throughout your time at university, in all aspects of university life.

We can offer a wide range of work experience and volunteering opportunities including placements, sandwich years, work tasters and the opportunity to study abroad as part of our Outward Mobility and Erasmus scheme. (See page 126).

Alongside your course, we also provide opportunities for extra-curricular activities and roles that can help develop your employability, professional and personal skills. These include opportunities to participate in employability specific activities in addition to your course, to maximise your potential.

If you’re interested in working for yourself after you graduate the Centre for Entrepreneurship can help. The Centre provides a wide range of services to help students and graduates to start their own business while also helping you to develop your entrepreneurial skills, whichever career path you take.

(See page 124).

 Charlotte Burke Cardiff School of Art & Design Page 12  Chelsea Gillard Cardiff School of Education Page 32  Kate Crompton Cardiff School of Health Sciences Page 38  Kate Swaffield Cardiff School of Management Page 72  Matt Williams Cardiff School of Sport Page 95 Find out more at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/graduateprofiles

cAreerS Service Our Careers Service provides impartial, professional career guidance centered on your individual needs. Advisers will work with you to identify and work towards your chosen career path, find relevant experience and practise the skills necessary to get that graduate level job, so please take advantage of our services from the moment you arrive.

Through our online database CareerHub you can keep up-to-date with careers news, find job vacancies (full and part-time), sign up for a meeting with a Career Adviser and book onto workshops, employer presentations and careers fairs.

We provide a comprehensive programme of careers education in a number of ways: within your course; through extra-curricular workshops; and online – our interactive e-learning module ‘Your Career’ is full of practical exercises, film clips, examples and guidance for you to use at any time.

Our website has a wealth of advice and carefully selected links for students and you can keep up-to-date through Facebook, Twitter and our LinkedIn page as well.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/careers On Social Media:  CardiffMetCareersService  @CMetCareers  Cardiff Metropolitan University Career Development Services

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Centre for Entrepreneurship

“The Centre for Entrepreneurship really helped me to look at our band, Firewoodisland, as a business potential, and not just a bit of fun. It was through them that we ended up applying and taking part in ‘Countdown to Launch’ in June 2014.

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In 2016 we look forward to releasing our 2nd EP. We have the ears of Sony Records and Fierce Panda Records, and are working with a good PR team, radio pluggers and a sync agency who are putting a plan in place for the new year. Overall, the team at the Centre for Entrepreneurship has been really helpful, in hearing out our ideas and putting

us in contact with people who can help our business to grow. They have been a big step in helping us to believe we have what it takes, and to take the necessary steps to achieve our goals.”

Abi Newbould Cardiff Met Illustration Graduate Band member, Firewood Island www.firewoodisland.com

Being entrepreneurial doesn’t mean you have to be an ‘Alan Sugar’ or ‘Dragons’ Den’ type; whether you’re looking to secure your dream job after university, or you’d prefer to work for yourself or set up a business, the Centre for Entrepreneurship can help.

We work with a variety of students from a wide range of disciplines including Sport, Complementary Healthcare, Art and Design and Business and Management.

Throughout the year we run a jam-packed programme of activities for students and graduates, from informal networking events and creative competitions, to workshops and courses that will help you to develop a range of entrepreneurial skills.

We also offer support for student and graduate start-up businesses. Our dedicated Business Start-up Manager is available for one-to-one meetings and can guide you through the steps you need to take to start your own business.

We are constantly developing new events and activities to help support our students and graduates, including test-trading opportunities such as the Cardiff Christmas Markets. These events are a great way for budding entrepreneurs to test whether their product appeals to customers, check whether their pricing is on the right track and get a feel for the real business world.

In 2016 we launched our brand new startup incubator facility that is open to Cardiff Met graduates who are launching a business. The incubator provides graduates with a co-working space, and access to our accelerator programme which provides extensive support to entrepreneurs to help make their business a success.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/entrepreneurship On Social Media:  centreforstudententrepreneurship  @CardiffMetEnt

QR code: Scan to watch our video where we speak to some of our students about setting up their own businesses.

Whichever path you decide to take, the Centre for Entrepreneurship can help.

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Study abroad with Outward Mobility The world is yours to explore!

“Thanks to Cardiff Met’s Short Term Mobility Funding, I was given the opportunity to go to Rajasthan, India.

We were there for just under two weeks and that amount of time was perfect to get a real feel for the culture and see the unique processes and skills that go into traditional practices like woodblock printing.

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Being a Fine Art student, I could not miss the chance to travel again and study in Venice. Unlike Rajasthan where I felt like a tourist, Venice became my home for five months thanks to the Erasmus programme.

Studying at Venice’s only Fine Art University gave me a real understanding of older techniques, and an

appreciation of how modernised Cardiff is by comparison. I met so many lovely people from all over the world and I will be close to them for the rest of my life.

Overall, the Erasmus experience made me much more independent, more confident, and more driven” Molly Lewis BA Fine Art

Outward Mobility gives Cardiff Met students the chance to embark on a unique study experience abroad. From France to Fiji, Finance to Food Science, there is a fantastic range of destinations and subject areas available to you.

wHy StuDy overSeAS?

SAntAnDer ScHolArSHipS

The invaluable opportunity to study abroad as part of your course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the global market place. If you want to broaden your horizons, develop your skills, gain new experiences and improve your future employability, then Outward Mobility is definitely for you!

As part of the Global Santander Universities Division, Cardiff Met is able to offer a range of excellent scholarship awards, which will allow you to take part in an activity at another Santander University - a huge worldwide network of universities! The activity must benefit your studies, so for example, you could do a summer course or a period of research abroad.

With opportunities to study in Europe, America, North Africa, Latin America, Asia, the South Pacific and much more, read on to discover how you can get involved.

erASmuS+ Erasmus+ is the new European Union funding programme for education and training, youth and sport. For European Exchanges, you can take part in a study exchange (three to 12 months) at a partner higher education institution, or a work placement (two to 12 months). You also have the opportunity to take part in a study exchange experience beyond the borders of Europe for the duration of three to 12 months. Through the current Erasmus Mundus programme, we are supported by approximately €27 million of funding with a portfolio of six co-ordinated projects and 12 partner projects, which provide study/research opportunities to all levels.

SHort term mobility funDing Cardiff Met also invests in Short Term Mobilities that are embedded in the curricula, such as a field visit or a summer school. This funding is bid for by programme directors and successful activities are then arranged by your academic school with the aim to enhance your studies in your chosen field.

trAnSnAtionAl eDucAtion It can be possible to study exactly the same degree course as you are already on, but in a new educational and cultural environment at one of our overseas partners. This is a unique opportunity to study part of your degree overseas, on a Cardiff Met approved degree programme.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/outwardmobility  outwardmobility@cardiffmet.ac.uk  029 20 41 6027 On Social Media:  Search: ‘Cardiff Met Outward Mobility’  @CardiffMetOM

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Our campuses The University prides itself on providing modern, well-equipped buildings and campus environments that oer all the facilities you need to succeed as a student.

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Over the last few years, considerable investment has and continues to be made across the whole of the University, with over £70 million of completed and planned investment in estate developments to enhance your student experience.

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llAnDAff cAmpuS

Cyncoed is home to the Cardiff School of Education and the Cardiff School of Sport.

It is a busy campus that offers on-site accommodation and a purpose-built campus centre. The campus offers extensive sporting facilities, on-site shop, coffee bars and refectory. The campus also acts as the head office for the Students’ and Athletics Union.

Llandaff is home to the Cardiff School of Art & Design, Cardiff School of Health Sciences and Cardiff School of Management.

Recent developments: • ‘Centro’ - A purpose built campus centre for students • A £250,000 refit of the fitness centres • A newly refurbished learning centre • Newly refurbished accommodation • The i-zone - an innovative and integrated service hub for current and potential students • 2013 saw the beginning of the redevelopment of sports facilities, including a new 3G outdoor pitch, which opened in late 2013, an extension to the indoor running track in the National Indoor Athletics Centre (NIAC) and a new Astroturf in 2014 • 2015 also saw the opening of a brand new two floor strength and conditioning facility within NIAC New developments at Cyncoed: For more information on the exciting new sports facility developments at the Cyncoed Campus, please see page 149 or visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/sport

This is a busy and bustling campus. With millions of pounds of recent investment, it offers state-of-the art facilities for our students. The campus offers excellent fitness facilities, an on-site shop, and coffee bars, including Costa and Starbucks, and a refectory. The campus is located approximately two miles from the city centre, surrounded by parks, playing fields and the historic village of Llandaff.

The Plas Gwyn accommodation campus is also close by.

We are a forward-thinking institution, proud of our reputation for providing a student-centred approach to learning. We want this excellence and quality to be reflected in our campus buildings by creating an environment fit for 21st century higher education.

For further information and to explore our campuses and facilities visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/virtualtours

Recent developments: • The Cardiff School of Art & Design opened a brand new facility in autumn 2014, as part of a £14 million redevelopment project • The award winning, £21 million, state-of-the-art management building • A newly refurbished learning centre • The £4.9 million Food Industry Centre • The i-zone - an innovative and integrated service hub for current and potential students • A refit of the Llandaff fitness centre • A redevelopment of the Students’ Union bar at Llandaff

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Library & Information Services Library & Information Services (L&IS) are at the heart of the learning, teaching and research experience for students and staff at Cardiff Metropolitan University. Our two Learning Centres are the physical hubs for library and IT provision.

MyCardiffMet Wi-Fi enabled Learning Centres

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24/7 IT facilities including an Electronic Library and 500 open access computers

42,000 e-journals, 56,000 ebooks and 250,000 items on our shelves

120 loanable laptops and 12 bookable study rooms

App Based Learning Portal for current students Download at: cardiffmet.ac.uk /mycardiffmet

With daytime, evening and weekend opening hours, plus a variety of group and quiet spaces with Wi-Fi throughout, our Learning Centres are the ideal place for you to research and study.

Both Learning Centres have PC and Apple Mac open-access computers offering a wide range of assistive, cutting edge and industry standard software to help you gain experience of many of the systems used in your chosen field. In terms of access, if we are closed, you can make use of our open access computer facilities that are available 24 hours a day.

Our extensive library collections have been specially tailored and developed to enhance your learning and research experience. Both in the Learning Centres and online, you will find a wealth of resources in print and electronic formats books for core and wider reading, a vast collection of academic journals and a broad range of ebooks. If it’s visual resources you are interested in, then we have an art and design slide collection, as well as an art-house and feature film collection to support your studies and research. We also have thesis and special collections such as Artist’s Books.

In addition to our own collections you will be able to freely request other research materials from the British Library.

In each Learning Centre you will find a technology support desk, with IT staff providing expert support, advice and guidance. Our Library staff will assist you in finding information from our collections, and can work with you to help develop your information literacy and research skills. Library & Information Services staff deliver teaching and training courses in a range of IT and Research Skills required for studying at university. You can also get further help by phoning, emailing or using our new web chat service.

Our website is our main information point for all students and can be accessed at any time and from any device. At the centre of our online presence is the Electronic Library - this is available 24 hours a day and provides access to thousands of quality, academic resources such as specialist databases, e-journals and ebooks. Also available is the excellent “MyCardiffMet” mobile app which provides not only library and IT information but also campus maps, bus timetables, laundry availability and more - download it from your favourite app store.

We have a webspace devoted to the core skills of academic practice, including assignment-writing, critical thinking and referencing. For each skill, you will find resources such as guides, e-lessons and worksheets, as well as links to books and online material. If you’re keen to develop your writing, we are also able to provide feedback on a sample of your work.

On Social Media:  @CardiffMetLearn

We teach modules and sessions in each of Cardiff Met’s academic schools. Our sessions are activity focused and regularly updated to ensure you have the best opportunity for academic progression and development of important skills that you will take into the workplace. We contribute substantial amounts of online learning and assessments to a variety of modules across the University.

AcADemic SkillS

Further information: academicskills@cardiffmet.ac.uk

Further information: study.cardiffmet.ac.uk

Adapting to higher education means learning to work independently, think critically and write clearly. Developing these abilities will increase your chances of success during your degree and in your professional career after leaving Cardiff Met. Whatever your starting point, the academic skills team can teach you approaches, knowledge and habits to enhance your academic performance.

On Social Media:  @CardiffMet_AST

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Accommodation Your home away from home

Cyncoed Campus

As first year students, many of you will be living away from home for the first time and our dedicated accommodation team are on hand to help you find suitable, affordable accommodation whether it’s on or off campus.

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Plas Gwyn

We currently have nearly 1000 study bedrooms located at the Cyncoed and Plas Gwyn campuses. In addition, we also allocate just over 750 en-suite halls to students through nomination agreements with private halls located near to the campuses. Fees vary from year to year and from campus to campus, depending on the type of room allocated to you.

wHAt it coStS The fees vary according to the type of accommodation, where the accommodation is located and whether catering is included. Fees start at £98 per week for a 40 week contract at Plas Gwyn (based on 2015/16 figures) whilst a catered standard room at Cyncoed starting from £135.50 per week including two meals per day, seven days a week during term time. Fees are updated by the end of March each year for the following academic year and can be found on our website at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/hallfees

Cyncoed Campus

Applying for HAllS or obtAining privAte AccommoDAtion Once you have decided to make us your first or insurance choice, you will need to apply online for halls accommodation from the beginning of April on the Accommodation Service web page at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/accommodation If you would prefer accommodation in a private house, the Accommodation Office maintains a Landlord Register with landlords who meet all of the legislative requirements to let out their houses.

We can also provide advice on contracts and what to look for.

The Accommodation Office is based in Warwick House on the Cyncoed Campus and is open throughout the year, during office hours 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am - 4.00pm Friday if you have any queries about applying for halls or about any other housing advice.

For full details of our accommodation options, policies and procedures,

Plas Gwyn

If you have any questions about the eligibility criteria or how to apply, please visit our website at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/accommodation Contact us:  029 2041 6188 or 6189  accomm@cardiffmet.ac.uk  cardiffmethallshousing Take a look around our Accommodation: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/virtualtours

getting ArounD Please note: None of our campuses offer car-parking facilities for resident students, so the easiest way to travel around Cardiff is by foot, bicycle (there are lockable cycling facilities on all campuses), or by using the Met Rider Service (see below).

Please note: The images on these pages provide just a small sample of the types of accommodation available on-campus. Allocated halls may differ to that shown.

cArDiff met riDer The Cardiff Met Rider is the largest student bus service in Wales and offers transport between all campuses and all main student halls and private accommodation areas.

It runs Monday to Friday from 8am to 10pm throughout the academic year and allows students to travel safely through the city day and night.

The Met Rider pass also provides unlimited access to the entire Cardiff Bus network for the full academic year (from the 1 September until 30 June). All Cardiff Met students are eligible to apply for a Met Rider pass. This pass is heavily subsidised by the University, making bus travel around Cardiff very affordable.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/metrider

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Cardiff Our city, your home Cardiff is an exciting, modern capital city that punches well above its weight for its size and relatively small population of around 350,000 people. It has been described as both the ‘epitome of cool’ by the renowned travel guide Lonely Planet, and as ‘one of the coolest cities in the UK’ by Rough Guides, but as you’ll be planning more than just a fleeting visit, it’s worth noting that research by MoneySuperMarket.com also put Cardiff in the top three UK cities for quality of life two years running.

It is Cardiff’s big city attitude combined with small city benefits that make it the ideal place to live,work and study.

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About tHe city

going out

As the Welsh capital, Cardiff boasts an excellent, year-round calendar of events and cultural occasions; from major sporting events like the recent Rugby World Cup to theatre productions, comedy acts and musicians who visit the city on tour. Top this off with a variety of quirky events like food festivals, pop-ups, and secret cinemas, and you’ll find that there’s always something different to do here.

The traditional student areas of Cardiff are found in the suburbs of Roath and Cathays, where there are plenty of pubs, cafes, bars and shops to cater for your every need. Whether you’re looking to watch sport on a big screen with a cheap meal and a drink, or prefer cocktails in a trendy bar and maybe some live music, these areas have something to suit any taste.

Cardiff city centre sits neatly alongside acres of parkland, and is home to a brand new shopping and entertainment centre, a warren of boutique Victorian shopping arcades, three world-class sporting stadiums, and a lively coffee shop and craft beer scene all of which stretches down to a stunning waterfront area and the bars and restaurants of Cardiff Bay.

In the city centre, traditional pubs and cocktail bars sit alongside the larger nightclubs which all host weekly student themed nights and offers; whilst Mill Lane is popular for having a more stylish, cocktail bar scene. For live music lovers, Cardiff is home to a variety of smaller independent venues like Clwb Ifor Bach, whereas the Motorpoint Arena and the recently renamed Principality Stadium (prev. Millennium Stadium) play host to the big name bands and artists.

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When it comes to food, Cardiff has made great strides in the last 18 months; luring big names like Burger & Lobster, Wahaca and Shake Shack (allegedly President Obama’s favourite burger chain) to ditch favourites like Liverpool, Bristol and Manchester and open their first restaurants outside London in the Welsh capital.

Cardiff is home to an incredible sporting heritage. You could spend your weekends here watching football at the Cardiff City stadium, international cricket at the SSE SWALEC, ice hockey with the Cardiff Devils in Cardiff Bay and of course, international rugby at the Principality Stadium.

If big name chains aren’t your thing, the independent restaurants and takeaways of Roath and Canton can cater to anything from a fiendish falafel craving to a deep desire for duck pancakes.

If you’re in to mass participation or non-competitive sporting events, the Cardiff 10k and Cardiff Half Marathon are gaining popularity every year, and the UK’s only Velothon has also become an annual highlight, welcoming more than 10,000 cyclists to Cardiff to tackle an 140km, traffic-free route through South Wales.

A so called ‘street-food revolution’ in the city has also seen a variety of independent food traders popping up in quirky venues like The DEPOT; a 24,000 square-foot derelict warehouse that has been transformed in to a mecca for craft beer and casual dining.

Add to that, a major international food festival which takes place in Cardiff Bay every summer, and of course, the Great Welsh Beer and Cider Festival which comes around every year.

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“Every night there's something different going on, something local and unique” Sam Smith BSc (Hons) Psychology

ADventureS - in tHe city & beyonD For those seeking adventure within the city, options include indoor climbing, white-water rafting, ice-skating or swimming in a state of the art, Olympic sized pool. However, Cardiff has got to be one of the UK’s best-placed cities for easy access to great outdoors.

You can enjoy surfing, coasteering or simply sunbathing at world-class beaches, or head to the mountains of the Brecon Beacons for biking, hiking or horse riding - both are within an hour’s drive from the city centre.

To find out more about Student Life in Cardiff: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentlife www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/behindthescenes www.visitcardiff.com www.wow247.com/cardiff You can also watch our Student Life in Cardiff video at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/ourcity

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Travelling to Cardiff Cardiff is well connected and easy to get to, no matter where you’re coming from.

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Birmingham Bournemouth Bristol Brighton Exeter Gloucester Hull Leeds Liverpool London Manchester Newcastle upon Tyne Nottingham Norwich Newport Oxford Plymouth Southampton Swansea

106 miles 119 miles 43 miles 198 miles 108 miles 60 miles 245 miles 226 miles 198 miles 151 miles 187 miles 315 miles 158 miles 271 miles 15 miles 104 miles 151 miles 136 miles 41 miles

Information supplied by AA route planner (2015).

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The M4 motorway lies within easy reach of the city centre giving easy access to London and the south-east or, via the M5 to the Midlands, the south-west and the north.

The central bus station in Cardiff is currently being redeveloped. However, National Express and Megabus services are currently departing and arriving at Sophia Gardens in the city centre (as of August 1st 2015). Please check your relevant bus/coach service before embarking on your journey. Local services and the Met Rider connect to both campuses and other city centre locations. For more information about the Met Rider please see page 133.

cyncoed campus Home to the Cardiff School of Education and the Cardiff School of Sport.

by trAin Rail travel is just as easy. A good rail network links Cardiff to all parts of Wales.

There are fast, daily services to other major cities and London is only two hours away

by Inter-City.

The main station for Inter-City services is Cardiff Central in the city centre. It is approximately 2.5 miles from the campuses at Llandaff and Cyncoed. Taxis and buses (including the Met Rider) to all the campuses and halls of residence are available from the station. Local train services operate from both Cardiff Central and Queen Street stations.

by Air Cardiff International Airport is approximately twelve miles from the city centre. There are regular services to many British cities and to other European capitals.

Postcode for GPS: CF23 6XD From the A48 Eastern Avenue, travel via Llanedeyrn Road to Cyncoed Road. llandaff campus Home to the Cardiff School of Art & Design, the Cardiff School of Health Sciences and the Cardiff School of Management.

Postcode for GPS: CF5 2YB The campus is located on Western Avenue (A48).

More detailed directions can be found at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/findus

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Student Life #cardiffmet

Loving life at Uni #cardiffmet @alexjohnharding

Been at uni a week and possibly the best week I have ever had! #freshers #cardiffmet @LiamWilliams29

Making the decision to apply for university isn’t just about choosing the most appropriate course. You’ll also need to decide where you want to spend the next few years of your life.

This could mean a moving to a new city, and even a new country.

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Whether you choose to live on or off campus, we want your time with us in the Welsh capital to be an experience you’ll never forget. From course activities and nights out - to sports, outdoor pursuits and day-to-day life on campus, you can check out Instagram, Twitter and our student blogs to see what student life in and around Cardiff is really like.

Can't believe freshers is over.

Easily the best year ever!! #freshers #cardiffmet @Gemmaa16

Only been in uni two days and its the best decision I've made! #cardiffmet @TomFear1

To see the latest updates, visit our dedicated Student Life web pages, which showcase real tweets and pictures shared by our students. You can also check out our Cardiff Met Bloggers site to read more about the day-to-day lives of our student bloggers, busy enjoying their time at Cardiff Met.

www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentlife www.instagram.com/cardiffmet www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentblogs

To join in the conversation on Twitter or Instagram, search for and use #cardiffmet

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Students’ Union

the cardiff met Students’ union (Su) has five main purposes: • To support and represent our students • To facilitate student clubs, societies and interest groups • To provide our students with employability opportunities, training and development • To provide affordable commercial services, the proceeds of which go into funding all of the above • To ensure you have the best student experience possible Upon enrolment at Cardiff Met, you will automatically become a member of Cardiff Met Students’ Union.

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umAx

The Students’ Union has two Executive Officers and five Academic School Representatives, whose job it is to express the student voice to the University. They attend all official University committees, co-ordinate the Lead Representatives and Course Representatives, and are there to support students across a range of issues.

Through the UMAX initiative, the SU offers our students the opportunity to attend a range of free workshops delivered by industry consultants, aimed at providing you with additional skills and training things that can boost your CV and enhance your employability. It also includes the JobShop, which provides our students with employment opportunities both on and off campus, ranging from full-time graduate work to voluntary positions. UMAX also runs an independent and confidential advice service for all students, as well as engaging students in a number of awareness raising campaigns.

Information about all of our Student Representatives is available via the Students’ Union website: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/ representationhome

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/umax

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AtHletic union

clubS AnD SocietieS

cyncoeD cAmpuS centre: ‘centro’

The Athletic Union is run by the Students’ Union and it provides and supports over 25 different Sports Clubs to ensure that we have something to meet every student’s sporting interests. It also administers a successful scholarship program, which assists students with exceptional sporting ability. Furthermore, they have ‘Focus Sports’ - an initiative aimed at improving sporting excellence across targeted performance sports.

The SU supports a range of Clubs and Societies for our students, providing an opportunity for you to socialise and explore shared interests, away from the demands of your studies. It’s a great way to integrate with people who may not be on your course or in your year - joining a club or society can help you get more from your student experience overall.

Centro is an on-campus facility exclusively for the use of Cardiff Met students, staff and visitors. It offers a relaxing and sociable environment for you to enjoy the hot and cold catering, bar and Starbucks café on site in-between lectures and studies. The Students’ Union head offices including the SU run Athletic Union - are also based there

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/societies

llAnDAff cAmpuS centre: ‘Zen’

The University has established a great reputation for the support and development of elite performers across many sports, and our Hall of Fame includes over 350 international competitors from 28 different sports, including World, Olympic, British and Commonwealth champions. We are proud to have been BUCS champions over the most recent years in rugby union, football, indoor athletics, basketball, and indoor cricket.

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/sport/au

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cAmpuS Sport Campus Sport provides participation sport, offering competition with or against other members of the Cardiff Met student body.

Please see page 150 for full details.

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/sport/ims

With a recently refurbished bar area, hot and cold food catering, an SU run Starbucks franchise and a small shop stocking the essentials, Zen is a convenient and sociable facility at our Llandaff campus.

At both of our campuses our students are encouraged to use our meeting rooms and break out spaces, and are welcome to book our venues free of charge to use for social events.

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The SU operates two bars across its campuses: one within the Campus Centre at Llandaff and Centro at Cyncoed. The SU hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year - sign up to the SU website to get all of the latest information.

The SU website will be your one-stop-shop for any and all of the Students’ Union associated memberships and activities.

You’ll be able to sign up to any of our sports programs, join societies, register for our free workshops, browse our Jobshop, purchase tickets for our events and more!

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/events

Contact us  029 2041 6190  studentunion@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk On Social Media  /cardiffmetsu  @cardiffmetsu

Further information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk

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Sport for all Cardi Metropolitan University is internationally recognised for the achievements of its sports students past and present, on a university, national and international level.

The University can oer all students access to ďŹ rst-class sports facilities and opportunities for participation in a wide range of sport and recreation activities.

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The University offers a comprehensive range of sporting facilities all built and equipped to the highest standards, including:

Over the next few years the University is investing heavily in the development of its sport facilities on the Cyncoed Campus.

Recent additions to our existing worldclass sports facility portfolio include an expansion of the National Indoor Athletics Centre, accommodating a state of the art strength and conditioning teaching and training facility and two new teaching spaces for the Cardiff School of Sport programmes.

The Llandaff Campus is home to a fully refurbished fitness centre equipped with the latest cardiovascular machines, a brand new resistance gym facility, a multi-purpose hall for fitness classes and outdoor pitches for rugby and football.

• National Indoor Athletics Centre • Outdoor athletics facility • Inclusion Fitness Centre equipped for able bodied and disabled users • Floodlit artificial hockey and football pitches, including a brand-new 3G pitch opened in 2013 and a new Astroturf laid in 2014 • National league pitches for rugby and soccer • Gymnasia for gymnastics and trampolining • Dance studio • Lawn Tennis Association regional indoor tennis complex • Multi-sports centre with specialist cricket provision • Swimming pool and squash courts • Brand new strength and conditioning facilities which opened in November 2015 • Sports science teaching and research laboratories

Future plans include the installation of a new six lane outdoor athletics track and winter athletics throwing facility; a new 3G IRB Reg 22 and FIFA 2 star rugby pitch and a new multi-purpose sports complex located at the rear of the existing Tennis Centre.

You can follow the progress of these new developments at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/sport

recreational Sport Students who wish to participate for recreation or leisure can do so by joining the Sports & Fitness Membership scheme, or by using the facilities on a pay as you go basis. A dedicated team organises various activities for all levels including the complete beginner who just wants to keep fit and have some fun. Fitness classes include Boxercise, Pilates, Bootcamps and Weightlifitng. Activities include lane/recreational swimming, tennis, badminton, squash, athletics and table tennis.

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campus Sport

performAnce Sport

Cardiff Met provides participation across a wide range of sports, offering competition with or against other members of the Cardiff Met student body. A family atmosphere on campus and in the city itself, allows individuals to extend their friendship network, develop social skills and make friends for life. Campus Sport is your ticket to social, psychological and health benefits, while learning something new or improving on your existing love for sport in a safe, secure and fulfilling environment.

The pursuit of sporting excellence requires time, commitment, expert coaching and access to high quality training and competition facilities, all of which are offered at Cardiff Met. The Athletic Union supports over 30 different sports clubs with many teams and individuals competing in national league and cup competitions. The University has been BUCS champions in rugby union, netball, indoor athletics, basketball, trampolining, football, gymnastics and indoor cricket.

Further Information: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/sport/au

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cardiff/South wales centre of cricket excellence The University Centre of Cricket Excellence Scheme (UCCE Scheme) is supported by the MCC who have provided significant funding to develop the six centres: • • • • • •

Cardiff/South Wales Centre Bradford/Leeds Centre Cambridge Centre Durham Centre Loughborough Centre Oxford Centre

These centres are aimed at male students with potential to play first class cricket and female students who have played to senior county level.

The Cardiff/South Wales Centre is a partnership between Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cardiff University and the University of South Wales.

Sports Scholarships

Students’ Union Sports Scholarship

focus Sport Support

The aim of the Cardiff Met Sports Scholarship is to assist students of exceptional sporting ability to develop their academic and sporting talents to their full potential, and therefore to encourage the development of university sport. There are two sport scholarships available:

This scholarship is also open to all students regardless of what course they are studying at Cardiff Met, as long as they are competing or have the potential to compete at international level. The scholarship value can be up to £1,000.

Students who play for one of the university’s ‘focus sports’ (currently athletics, men’s cricket, tennis, women’s basketball, women’s football, men’s football, women’s hockey, men’s hockey, netball, women’s rugby, and men’s rugby) may be selected to receive free access to facilities, strength and conditioning and sports science support and a discounted physiotherapy rate.

The University Undergraduate Sport Scholarship Award This is an award for students that excel in sport. Students can be studying in any of our five academic schools to apply for this award. The scholarship value can be up to £7,500.

For full details and to apply please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/scholarships

Details of sport and recreation activities for students can be found at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/sport www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk/sport

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International Students Over 1,200 students from more than 140 countries choose to study at Cardiff Met every year. We offer high quality, career-focused courses and pride ourselves on the high level of individual support that is given to each and every International student. internAtionAl perSpective Our reputation as one of the UK's leading modern universities is a reflection of our high quality teaching and research, as well as the committed and enthusiastic staff in all of our academic schools.

By choosing to study at Cardiff Met, you have the opportunity to further your education at one of the UK's most respected modern universities. By studying one of our many vocationally focused courses, you will help secure success in your chosen career and will join a truly global network of Cardiff Met alumni.

Our international students benefit from a dedicated and experienced International Office team who can support you before you apply, right up until you graduate.

With offices in China and India, dedicated staff in Nigeria and Vietnam as well as a large network of education advisors across the world, Cardiff Met continues to grow its international population, creating a diverse community for all students at the University.

Our Student Welfare Team, offers many services that are free and intended to help students adjust to British culture and settle into their new home in Cardiff quickly.

Our international students are valued and respected for the unique experiences and perspectives that they contribute to university life, enriching the study experience for all students.

Services offered include: • Accommodation information • Airport welcome service • Advice on finding part-time employment • Advice on money and finances • Advice on registering with a doctor • Information on places of worship • Study skills and English language support • Visa and immigration advice

To find out more about life as an international student at Cardiff Met visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international and watch our video at: www.vimeo.com/cardiffmet/ international

The team also organises a full programme of cultural and social events including parties, national day celebrations and a series of trips and excursions at the weekends to London, Oxford and other places of interest throughout the UK. This all helps to ensure that our international students have an enjoyable experience throughout their studies and make the most of their time in the UK.

Alternatively, contact us by email at: international@cardiffmet.ac.uk For further information about Cardiff, please see Cardiff page 134 or visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentlife On Social Media:  /Cardiff-Metropolitan-UniversityInternational  @CardiffMet_Int

*ISB survey based on the overall average measure for overall international student satisfaction. (2010-2015)

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Ranked as Top UK University for International Student support for a 6th time*, the happiness and wellbeing of all our international students is the number one priority of our International Welfare Team.

Name: Shulong Zheng From: China Studying: Business and Management Studies

“I chose to study Business and Management Studies with Law at Cardiff Met because the University has a great reputation for providing excellent support for its International students.

The University is also recognised as being one of the best institutions in the UK for providing career focused courses, which will help with my future employment prospects.

Through my studies, I feel I have improved my communication, written, independent and team-working skills. My class is made up of people from all over the world, which has been a great way to learn from different cultures and to make friends.

Being an international student, one of my main concerns when choosing a place to study was safety, but Cardiff is a very safe city, and the cost of living is quite low, too.

The city has everything you could wish for.

I would definitely recommend studying here.”

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Name: Tina Ho From: China Studying: BSc (Hons) Psychology

“The people in Cardiff are very friendly and it’s easy to make friends everywhere, especially in the University. There are a lot of different students from across the world, so you can talk with them and get to know more about their culture and country.

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I chose Cardiff Met as the international welfare team has continuously been ranked top for student support. The staff provide you with lots of help and suggestions before you arrive in the UK and when you get here.

They really help to increase your confidence.”

International Foundation Course COURSE OVERVIEW The International Foundation course is intended to provide a vehicle for international students who wish to improve their English language proficiency and become familiar with the conventions of Higher Education in the UK. Students who successfully complete the course will be awarded with 120 transferrable academic credits and will be assisted in applying for their chosen degree programme either within Cardiff Metropolitan University or at other UK universities.

The International Foundation Course is intended for students who fall into one or both of the following categories: • Students who require a bridging course, have one A-level or do not have the required level of qualifications to join year one of a Bachelor’s degree.

• Students who have not achieved the required level in English proficiency.

progression routes Cardiff School of Management Students who complete the foundation course successfully are guaranteed progression onto year one (Level 4) of their chosen undergraduate degree programme in the Cardiff School of Management: Accounting - BA (Hons)

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Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons)

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Business & Management Studies (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons)

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Business Economics - BA (Hons)

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Business Information Systems - BSc (Hons)

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Computer Science - BSc (Hons)

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Economics - BSc (Hons)

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Events Management - BA (Hons)

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International Business Management - BA (Hons)

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International Economics & Finance - BSc / BSc Econ (Hons)

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International Hospitality Management (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons)

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International Tourism Management (with specialist pathways) - BA (Hons)

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Marketing Management - BA (Hons)

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Software Engineering - BSc (Hons)

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there are five compulsory modules: English Language modules: • English Language Proficiency (20 credits) • English for Academic Purposes (20 credits) • Professional Development (20 credits) Other modules: • Critical Thinking (30 credits) • Context Analysis (30 credits)

Cardiff School of Art & Design Students who wish to join year one (Level 4) of any of the undergraduate three-year honours degree courses within Cardiff School of Art & Design should refer to the International Foundation Course (Art and Design) on page 24.

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Cardiff School of Education and Cardiff School of Sport Students can also be considered for entry onto programmes in the Cardiff School of Sport and Cardiff School of Education.

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plAce of StuDy: The English Language Training Centre in the Cardiff School of Education, Cyncoed Campus. courSe lengtH: One year full-time Two intakes: September to June / January to August entry reQuirementS: Applicants should have completed their high school education; have a relevant finishing certificate and achieved IELTS 4.5 or equivalent - note that under current UKVI regulations, a minimum of 4.0 in each component is required.

How to Apply: Please refer to our international web pages for full details on the application process: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international Programme fees can be found by visiting: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/eltc full courSe profile: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/eltc

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Student Services Student Services are designed to meet the support needs of all students and offer help and guidance to ensure your time at university is as enjoyable and successful as possible.

The Service is comprised of: Wellbeing Service (Disability, Counselling and Health) and the Student Advisory Services. tHe wellbeing Service (DiSAbility, counSelling AnD HeAltH) encompASSeS: Disability Service Each year our Disability Service supports about 1,400 students. We work with students on an individual basis to determine support and direct reasonable adjustments across the University.

We offer advice and guidance on a range of matters relating to higher education, disability and dyslexia.

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The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is funding available to assist with the additional cost of attending university if you have a disability, dyslexia, or long-term health condition, including mental health issues.

Examples of support include specialist software, equipment such as recording devices or non-medical helper support such as note takers or study skills support.

We can help you make an application for the DSA and guide you through the process. For information on DSA, please go to: www.gov.uk/disabledstudents-allowances-dsas/overview

Disability Assessment centre The University has its own accredited Disability Assessment Centre situated on the Llandaff campus. Students can have their study skills and technology assessment here as part of the DSA process ensuring that any recommendations, are tailored to the specific programme and university.

If you are thinking of studying with us, please contact us as soon as possible to discuss support options.

For further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/disability

counselling Service

Health Service

If you feel anxious, upset or distressed during your time at university, counselling can help you to focus and explore your difficulties in a safe and supportive environment with someone who is trained to listen and offer honest feedback.

Our Nursing Officers are experienced professionals committed to an integrated system of care, encompassing physical, emotional and psychological health and wellbeing. If you need help or advice on any aspect of health or wellbeing, they provide a confidential drop-in service on campus and organise a variety of health education events. It’s worth remembering that they provide a useful front-line service if you are feeling upset or distressed during your time at university.

Free, confidential counselling is available during term-time via an appointment system.

We also offer on-line counselling, a highly accessible service for our students who have found it to be a convenient way of getting support that fits into their busy schedule.

Additionally, this innovative service offers hypnotherapy sessions for academicrelated issues such as exam stress, anxiety with presentations or public speaking, and panic attacks.

In addition, a local GP practice provides regular surgeries at the Cyncoed campus for students registered with them.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/health

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/counselling

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StuDent ADviSory ServiceS encompASSeS: Student finance & welfare Advisory Service If you need specialist advice on matters including financial support, benefits, budgeting or any other financial problems that may affect your studies, book an appointment with one of our Student Finance and Welfare Advisers, who are also the main contacts for students leaving care.

The Finance & Welfare team also administers the Cardiff Met Hardship Fund, which is a sum of money given from the University to help students who are experiencing excessive financial hardship or an unexpected financial crisis.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/financewelfare

multi-faith chaplaincy The Chaplaincy is a safe place of welcome for those of any faith and those of none.

The University is extremely diverse with 92 faiths from 143 different countries.

The co-ordinating Chaplain can be contacted easily and is an open source of help, responsible for all matters of faith within the University and his team runs the emergency ‘out of hours’ service.

Further information www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/chaplaincy

i-zone The i-zone is a single point of contact for all student enquiries. It is part of Student Services, with one based at the Llandaff Campus and one at the Cyncoed Campus.

The i-zone is one of the UK’s ‘Outstanding Student Services Teams’* offering an innovative and integrated service hub for potential and current students.

The team welcomes any questions, is always happy to help and can, if appropriate, signpost you to other specialist services within the University.

Further information: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/izone * Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Award Finalist 2011.

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contAct uS Further information about any of our Student Service areas can be found on our website at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentservices To make an appointment with one of our advisors, call:  029 2041 6170 (Llandaff)  02920416133 (Cyncoed) or email:  disability@cardiffmet.ac.uk  financeadvice@cardiffmet.ac.uk  healthservice@cardiffmet.ac.uk  studentcounselling@cardiffmet.ac.uk  welfareadvice@cardiffmet.ac.uk  chaplaincy@cardiffmet.ac.uk  izone@cardiffmet.ac.uk On Social Media:  /CardiffMetStudentServices  @CardiffMetSS

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Your Alumni Network Alumni benefitS

Though graduation may seem like a long way away, when you complete your degree, you will become a member of the Cardiff Met Alumni Network. With a thriving population of graduates around the world, you can benefit from a lifetime of opportunities that your chosen course, and the contacts you make here will open up for you.

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keep in touch You’ll receive the annual alumni magazine, e-newsletters and occasional invitations to reunions and other events that may be of interest. We like to inform our alumni of the great work we are doing at Cardiff Met, and we also love to find out about what our former students are up to, so we can share in their success. We’re proud of the education we provide, and of the students who come here, and that pride does not stop at your graduation ceremony!

Aluminate Cardiff Met’s online alumni networking site.

This online platform allows alumni and students to open doors and opportunities.

This could be anything from a few emails or checking a CV/application, to meeting face-to-face or even offering work experience. The expertise and knowledge that Cardiff Met Alumni can offer our students is invaluable.

We have a thriving network of graduates around the world, helping you to benefit from a lifetime of opportunities that your chosen course will open up for you...”

careers networking Our network of alumni provides an unrivalled resource in industries as diverse as Education, Sports, Arts, Management, Tourism and Public Health. Through careers mentoring, informal after-work gatherings, or more formal KTP opportunities, we are creating a truly active network of hardworking, focussed, talented people. facilities Our alumni benefit from free use of all campus libraries and a reduced-rate to access the sports facilities, as well as continued access to the Careers Service.

We encourage you to participate in the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities available, and open up our professorial lectures to all alumni.

international We have a growing community of alumni overseas, in some cases led by our volunteer International Alumni Ambassadors. Wherever you’re from in the world, there may be fellow alumni just around the corner!

The Alumni Office wishes you all the best in your chosen studies, and we look forward to welcoming you to our network in the future! www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/alumni

On Social Media:  /cardiffmetalumni  @cmetalumni  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/alumnilinkedin

next Step?

Once you’ve finished your undergraduate degree, you may want to continue your studies with us by undertaking a postgraduate degree, or undertake research before trying to find a job. We offer a wide range of taught postgraduate courses, professional development and research opportunities across our five academic schools To find out more, please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/postgraduate

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Dr Mike Stembridge PhD Graduate CSS

Research Cardiff Metropolitan University has six main centres for research activity - the five academic Schools and the National Centre for Product Design and Development Research (PDR).

Much of the research at Cardiff Met is applied and is linked in some way to professional practice. We have strong connections with industry as our research addresses real world problems and attempts to find solutions to them.

Research informs our undergraduate programmes in a number of important ways.

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Programmes of study at Cardiff Met are modern, appropriate and underpinned by leading-edge research. Curricula are constantly updated when new research findings become known and this means that when you graduate your knowledge is up-to-date and relevant.

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Across our five academic Schools and PDR there are centres of particular research expertise and our researchers are leaders in their respective fields.

The knowledge they create helps to make our curricula distinctive.

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Our senior researchers are Readers and Professors. They contribute to the delivery of our programmes and share both their experience of actually doing research and what they have discovered.

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Many of our programmes of study have elements in which students engage in their own problem-based learning and develop their own research skills.

Working in excellent facilities and with high specification equipment, you will become accomplished researchers and create you own new knowledge.

The research skills you develop and the experience you gain will help to make you even more employable.

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The delivery of our programmes is also informed by research about how students study and learn, and how our academic staff facilitate learning.

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With a positive experience of research during their undergraduate programmes, some of our students pursue a career in research either through taught postgraduate provision (e.g. MA, MBA, MSc programmes) or through research degrees (e.g. MPhil, PhD) either at Cardiff Met or elsewhere.

For further information visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/research

Internationally and world-leading research “Results of the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) (2014) rank Cardiff Met as the top post-1992 University in the UK, with 80% of the University's overall quality profile rated as 'world leading' (4*) or 'internationally excellent' (3*).”

“Through my undergraduate studies I gained insight into the innovation and high standards of biomechanical research at Cardiff Met”

“The specialist knowledge we gain from our involvement in international research projects enables staff to deliver cutting edge thinking, information and technologies in our teaching .”

Dr Cathy Treadway Cardiff School of Art & Design

Hannah Wyatt Cardiff School of Sport Graduate and PhD student

“I feel that the diverse range of skills I’ve gained during my undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Cardiff Met will hold me in good stead for a future in academia” Dr Lee Butcher Cardiff School of Health Sciences Graduate

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Partnerships In keeping with its mission to provide services that meet the needs of Wales and wider communities, Cardiff Metropolitan University has sought to expand its role in partnership activities, in Wales and internationally.

The University works with local Further Education colleges and other providers in Wales and beyond to offer courses at locations which may be more convenient for you.

Strategic partnerships with Bridgend College and Cardiff and Vale College, means that the University’s programmes can be offered at both. The University also offers its programmes at locations outside Wales, through its Transnational Education (TNE) partnerships.

To find out more about the University’s academic partnerships in Wales and internationally, please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/partnerships

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Index A

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About the City

134

Campuses

128

About Cardiff Met

6

Cardiff

134

Academic Skills

131

Cardiff School of Art & Design

8

Accommodation

132

Cardiff School of Education

28

Accounting - BA (Hons)

74

Cardiff School of Health Sciences

46

Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons)

75

Cardiff School of Management

70

Admissions (Advice for Applicants)

112

Cardiff School of Sport

92

Alumni

160

Careers

122

Animation - BA (Hons)

14

Ceramics - BA (Hons)

17

Applicant Journey

117

Chaplaincy

158

Architectural Design & Technology - BSc (Hons)

15

Clubs and Societies

146

Art & Design

8

Complementary Healthcare - BSc (Hons)

52

Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons)

16

Computer Science - BSc (Hons)

80

Athletic Union

146

Computing and IT Facilities

130

Counselling Service

157

Creative Writing (BA Joint Honours)

34

B Beyond the City

139

Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)

50

Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) - BSc (Hons)

51

Blogs

D Dance - BA (Hons)

96

Dental Technology - BSc (Hons)

53

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Disability Service

156

Business & Management Studies - BA (Hons)

76

Drama (BA Joint Honours)

35

Business Economics - BA (Hons)

77

Business Information Systems - BSc (Hons)

78

Bus Service (Met Rider)

133

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G

Early Childhood Studies (BA Joint Honours)

35

Graduate ProďŹ les

123

Early Childhood Studies (BA Single Honours)

41

Graduation

160

Graphic Communication - BA (Hons)

20

Economics - BSc (Hons)

81

Education Studies (BA Joint Honours)

36

Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs - BA (Hons)

42

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Employability

122

Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons)

60

English & Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

36

Health Service

157

English & Drama - BA (Hons)

36

Health & Social Care - HND/BSc (Hons)

59

English & Media - BA (Hons)

36

Housing: Policy & Practice - BSc (Hons)

61

Entrepreneurship

124

Housing: Supported Housing - BSc (Hons)

62

Environmental Health - BSc (Hons)

54

Hospitality Management - BA (Hons)

88

Entry Requirements

144

How to Apply

112

Equal Opportunities

119

Human Nutrition & Dietetics - BSc (Hons)

63

Erasmus

126

Humanities (BA Joint Honours)

34

Events Management - BA (Hons)

82

I

F Fashion Design - BA (Hons)

18

Fashion Marketing Management - BA (Hons)

83

Fine Art - BA (Hons)

19

Finance and Tuition Fees

120

Finance and Welfare Advisory Service

158

Food Science & Technology - BSc (Hons)

56

Foundation Leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences

57

Foundation Leading to BSc Health Sciences

58

Foundation Programme: Cardi School of Management

84

Illustration - BA (Hons)

21

Interior Design - BA (Hons)

22

International Business Administration (Top-Up) - BA (Hons) 85 International Business Management - BA (Hons)

86

International Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

23

International Economics & Finance - BSc/BScEcon (Hons)

87

International Foundation Course

155

International Foundation (Art & Design)

24

International Hospitality Management - BA (Hons)

88

International Tourism Management - BA (Hons)

89

International Students

152

Investments

128

i-zone

158

167

L

S

Library and Learning Centres

130

Secondary Education: Music or Welsh - BA (Hons)

44

Literacy (BA Joint Honours)

37

Social Work - BSc (Hons)

68

Living Costs

121

Software Engineering - BSc (Hons)

91

Loans

120

Speech & Language Therapy - BSc (Hons)

69

Sport & Exercise Science - BSc (Hons)

97

Sport & Exercise Science (Intercalated) - BSc (Hons)

98

M Media (BA Joint Honours) Marketing Management - BA (Hons)

37 90

N Nightlife (Social Scene) Nutrition - BSc (Hons)

135 64

O

Sport & Physical Education - BSc (Hons)

99

Sport & Physical Education Studies (bilingual) /Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol (dwyieithog) - BSc (Hons)

100

Sport for all

148

Sport Coaching - BSc (Hons)

101

Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage - BSc (Hons)

102

Sport Development - BSc (Hons)

103

Sport Management - BSc (Hons)

104

Sport Performance Analysis - BSc (Hons)

105

Open Days

110

Sport Studies - BSc (Hons)

106

Outward Mobility

126

Student Finance

120

Student Life

142

Student Support Services

156

Students’ Union

144

Study Abroad

126

P Partnerships

165

Podiatry - BSc (Hons)

65

Postgraduate Study

161

Primary Education Studies - BA (Hons)

43

T

Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

28

Teacher Training (Secondary)

44

Psychology - BSc (Hons)

66

38

Public Health - BSc (Hons)

67

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) (BA Joint Honours)

R Research

162

Textiles - BA (Hons)

26

Top Tips for Applicants

116

Tourism Management - BA (Hons)

89

Travelling to Cardiff

140

Tuition Fees

120

W Welsh Language Provision

108

Widening Access

118

Why study with us

2

Y Youth & Community Work - BA (Hons)

168

45

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Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

BTEC

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

Cardiff School of Education

28

Creative Writing and Media - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Drama and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Drama and Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Drama and Media - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Early Childhood Studies (Single Honours) - BA (Hons)* Early Childhood Studies and Literacy BA (Hons) Education Studies & Drama - BA (Hons)

41

34

34

-

-

-

or

or

or

BCC

BCC

BCC

or

or

or

DMM

DMM

DMM

or

or

or

260

260

260

or

or

or

104

104

104

+

+

+

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & English - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Sport & Physical Activity - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education Studies & Welsh - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Education, Psychology and Special Educational Needs - BA (Hons)*

42

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

English & Media - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

Primary Education Studies - BA (Hons)*

43

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

44

Minimum CC or inc. Music

-

or

DMM

-

Minimum CC or or inc. Welsh

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

Secondary Education: Welsh (leading to QTS) - BA (Hons)

44

TESOL & Education Studies - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

TESOL & English - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

TESOL & Literacy - BA (Hons)

34

-

or

BCC

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

DBS1

45

Foundation leading to BA/ BSc Social Sciences

80

DBS & 100 hrs + experience in relevant setting

Youth & Community Work - BA (Hons)

or Minimum CC or

MMP/DM

or

or

260

200

or

or

104

+

50

Biomedical Sciences (Health Exercise & Nutrition) - BSc (Hons)*

51

Complementary Healthcare (with Practitioner Status) - BSc (Hons)

52

Dental Technology - BSc (Hons)

53

Environmental Health - BSc (Hons)

54

Food Industry Management - BSc (Hons)*

55

DBS1

Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels

Minimum CC to include Biology and Chemistry Minimum BC Foundation leading to include B to BSc Health or in Biology/ Sciences Chemistry Minimum CC Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or Biological Sciences Science Foundation leading Minimum BB to BSc Health or to include Sciences3 Science Foundation leading to BSc Health or Minimum CC Sciences Minimum CC to include or Science/Food Technology Minimum CC Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or Science/Food Sciences Technology Minimum 2 or A Levels Minimum 2 or A Levels Foundation leading to BSc Health or Sciences

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

BTEC

or

or

or

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

Other

DMM (Applied Science)

or

DMM in Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM (Biological or Science)

280

or

112

+

DBS1

280

or

112

+

or

DMM to include Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

or

DMM (Applied Science)

or

DMM (Applied Science)

or

280

or

112

+

-

or

PPP

or

120

or

48

+

-

or

MPP

or

140

or

56

+

-

MMM/ MPP/MM

or

240/160

or

96/64

+

-

DDD in Science

or

300

or

120

+

DBS1 & OHC2

or

280

or

112

+

-

Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences

57

Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences

58

Health & Social Care - HND/BSc (Hons)

59

Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons)

60

Housing: Policy & Practice - BSc (Hons)

61

-

or Minimum CC

or

MMP/DM

or

180

or

72

+

DBS1

Housing: Supported Housing - BSc (Hons)

62

-

or Minimum CC

or

MMP/DM

or

180

or

72

+

DBS1

Human Nutrition & Dietetics - BSc (Hons)

63

DDD in Science

or

300

or

120

+

DBS1 & OHC2

64

Podiatry - BSc (Hons)

65

Psychology - BSc (Hons)

66

Public Health - BSc (Hons)*

67

Social Work - BSc (Hons)

Speech and Language Therapy - BSc (Hons)

68

69

Minimum BB to include or Biology & Chemistry Minimum CC to Foundation leading include C in to BSc Health or Biology & Food or Sciences Technology/ Chemistry Minimum CC Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or or Biological Sciences3 Science Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social or Minimum BC or Sciences Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social/ or Minimum CC or Health Sciences Foundation leading to BSc Health or Sciences3

-

or Minimum CC

or

ABB to preferably include a Science subject

ADMISSIONS

General enquiries telephone:  +44 (0) 29 2041 6070

The Admissions Manager, Cardiff Met, Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YB

Or contact us via email:  askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/enquiries

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or

International Office, Cardiff Met, Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YB    

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DMM in Science

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM to include Biological Science

or

280

or

112

+

DBS1 & OHC2

DMM

or

280

or

112

+

-

DMM

or

260

or

104

+

-

96

DBS1 & + Relevant Work Experience

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ACCOMMODATION SERVICES STUDENT SERVICES Student Services, Cardiff Met, Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YB

MMM

 +44 (0)29 2041 6288  wideningaccess@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/wideningaccess

STUDENTS' UNION INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social or Minimum CC/C or Sciences Minimum BB Foundation leading to include to BSc Health or Biology & Sciences3 Chemistry

-

GENERAL ENQUIRIES

OPEN DAYS

56

Nutrition - BSc (Hons)

Contact us

-

Food Science & Technology - BSc (Hons)

-

English & Drama - BA (Hons)

Secondary Education: Music (leading to QTS) - BA (Hons)

Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)

DBS1

-

-

46

DBS1

34

34

Cardiff School of Health Science

DBS1

Education Studies & Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)

English & Creative Writing - BA (Hons)

Page

Other

 +44 (0) 29 2041 6170  +44 (0) 29 2041 6950  www.caridffmet.ac.uk/studentservices

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SPORTS FACILITIES

or

Relevant subjects considered in or or combination i.e. 3 separate subjects

240

-

or

or

-

+

DBS1 & OHC2

Sports Facilities Office, Cardiff Met, Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff, CF23 6XD  +44 (0) 29 2041 6777  sfm@cardiffmet.ac.uk  www.cardiffmwet.ac.uk/sportfacilities Your prospectus has been carbon balanced.

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Course Directory & Entry Requirements at a glance

Undergraduate Prospectus | 2017 Entry | C20

The following course directory and matrix will give you a broad indication of the entry requirements needed to enter one of our undergraduate programmes.

The matrix is based on the most common qualifications our students enter our programmes with. Further information about each individual course can be found on the relevant course page. Full details on all accepted entry requirements can be found on our website at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate and on page 114.

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Please note that applicants are also required to have at least five GCSE grades A*-C for the majority of our courses.

You can view further specific GCSE requirements on the individual course pages.

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Foundation (or equivalent)

A-levels (Typical offer)

BTEC

UCAS Tariff Points (2016)

UCAS Tariff Points (2017 )

Other

Cardiff School of Art & Design

8

Animation - BA (Hons)*

14

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Architectural Design & Technology BSc (Hons)

15

Art Foundation or

CCC-BCC

or MMM-DMM or

240-260

or

96-104

+

Portfolio

Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons)

16

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Ceramics - BA (Hons)

17

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Fashion Design - BA (Hons)*

18

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Fine Art - BA (Hons)

19

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Graphic Communication - BA (Hons)

20

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Illustration - BA (Hons)

21

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Interior Design - BA (Hons)*

22

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

International Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

23

-

-

or

-

+

240 HE credits

International Foundation (Art & Design)

24

-

Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

25

Textiles - BA (Hons)

26

or

-

or

-

or

-

-

-

-

See page 24

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio

Art Foundation or

CCC-BBB

or MMM-DDM or

240-300

or

96-120

+

Portfolio