inverness college

Prospectus 2012-13

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WelcomePrincipal’s

INVERNESS COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

We have rewarding courses for people at all stages of life, from

those taking the first steps in a career path to those returning

to learning following a career change or developing their

expertise further.

We focus on making our courses accessible, with options

such as full-time, part-time and distance and online study

methods, covering everything from leisure, Highers and

access courses to HNC, HND, undergraduate and postgraduate

Degree programmes.

We also offer a variety of training and continuing professional

development opportunities in partnership with industry across all

sectors, to help businesses realise the best from their employees,

who can, in turn, maximise their career prospects.

We are part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI),

which comprises Inverness College UHI and twelve other

partner colleges and research institutions and a network of over

fifty outreach learning centres, located throughout the Highlands

and Islands of Scotland (including Moray and Perthshire).

The birth of Scotland’s newest university in February 2011 gives

us new opportunities and we intend to make the most of them to

widen the range of educational provision on offer and to support

economic regeneration throughout the region to benefit you,

our students.

We look forward to welcoming you to our college community

and to helping you make the most of your potential.

John Spencer

Inverness College, Principal and Chief Executive.

Welcome to our 2012/13 Prospectus,which aims to give you all the information you need about coursesand student support at InvernessCollege UHI. As well as an academicaward, we work hard to ensureeach student enjoys a responsiveand engaging student experienceand opportunities to develop skillsand experience relevant toemployability.

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Contents

Principal’s welcomeYour campus, your future 4/5Study Inverness 6/7The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) 8/9Finding the right course 10/11Guide to qualifications 12/13How to apply 14/15

Student support 16/21Funding advice 17/19Guidance and careers 20/21

Campus life 22/27Students’ Association 23Learning Centre 23SkillZone 24Essential Skills 25Nursery 26International students 26Social scene 27

Developing you and your business 28/37HI&M Skills Shop 29CREATE 30/31Modern Apprenticeships 32/33Research 34/35SEAM 36/37

Still at school? 38/41Vocational Pathways Programme (VPP) 39Highers and Intermediate 2 Programme 40/41

Courses 42/146 Access 43Accounting and Administration 46Beauty 53Business, Management and Leadership 56Computing 61Construction and the Built Environment 64Creative Industries 72Education and Childcare 78Engineering 84ESOL 92Forestry 96Hairdressing 102Health and Social Care 106Highers 114History and Politics 130Hospitality 132Modern Apprenticeships 134Science 140Specialist Programmes 144Sport 146

FAQs 150Course index 152How to find us 156SCQF levels Inside B/C

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Disability Support:

Inverness College welcomes all students equally. If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty, please indicate this on the application form. We willcontact you to arrange the support you need. If you would like to discuss thisbefore applying, please call T: 01463 273526.

Your campus, your future

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We are proud to announce that Inverness College UHI will have a new home in 2015.

The multimillion pound campus has been in the planningfor a number of years and, as of November 2011, thecollege was granted funding to go forward with the nextstages of development. The new college will be the firstand largest development on the new BeechwoodEducation and Research Campus being developed byHighlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) on the outskirts of Inverness.

The new building will replace the college’s two main campuses at Longman and Midmills with a single, highquality, modern and sustainable campus. Additionally, theredevelopment of the Scottish School of Forestry site atBalloch will be an important and significant step towardsachieving the college’s mission of providing high qualitylearning and support for the people and the economicfuture of the Highlands and Islands.

Study Inverness


Inverness has excellent modern leisure and recreational facilitiesand an abundance of outdoor and sporting activities. The city hasa fantastic range of restaurants, café bars, pubs and clubs whereyou will find live bands playing modern and traditional music.

Inverness is an exceptional place, open to new ideas, new peopleand new businesses. There is a real vibrancy to life, work and fun.

On CampusInverness College UHI is one of the largest partners of theUniversity of the Highlands and Islands which comprises13 colleges and research institutions. We offer a wide range ofopportunities and courses at all levels.

The college provides a welcoming and friendly atmosphere whereyou can enjoy your studies and gain the maximum value from the time that you invest. We understand that studying is aboutmore than getting a qualification, it’s also an opportunity to develop a wider understanding, to share ideas, to try new thingsand to make new friends. Our lively student association will provide you with opportunities to join clubs, take part in eventsand get involved in many other activities.

LocationInverness College UHI is situated in the thriving City of Inverness,evolved from an ancient fort to the Capital of the Highlands ofScotland, where you will find the warmest of welcomes.

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University of theHighlands and Islands


Inverness College is part of the University of the Highlands andIslands (UHI), Scotland’s newest university, in partnership with 12other Colleges and internationally renowned research centres.

The only higher education institution based in the Highlandsand Islands of Scotland, UHI offers a range of learningexperiences across the network. You have the option of learningthrough full-time study and completing your course as quickly aspossible, or if you prefer the convenience of part-time or distanceand online learning, you can study around work and othercommitments at one of UHI’s 50 local Learning Centresacross Scotland.

UHI programmes cover everything from Higher NationalCertificates (HNCs) and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) to degrees, postgraduate study, research and professional qualifications.

Through the partnership, we are making it easier for people totake part in quality further and higher education across the region.

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Finding the rightcourse

We aim to provide a learning structure which helps you to reach your goal no matter where you start from. We do this by being flexible with our entryrequirements and offering a range of alternative progression routes throughour courses.

Entry requirements – FAQs• What qualifications do I need?

Entry qualifications are shown in the course pages. If you do not have the standard entry requirements we would still encourage you to apply.

• Can I use my qualifications from another institution?Yes, you can sometimes receive credit for qualifications gained from other institutions. For example, an HNC or HND in a relevant subject from another institution could be used to assist your application or in some cases could provide exemption from parts of a degree programme.

• Can I use my work experience as credit for a course? Yes, we will accept properly evidenced voluntary and paid work experience. You may be asked to provide some additional information along with your application and could also be invited for interview. Admissions staff and course leaders will give advice on compiling an evidence claim.

• What if I’ve had a break from study? If you feel you would benefit from a more gradual transition into student life we offer access courses to help you back into study.

Entry, learning options, qualificationsand progression routes.We are proud to welcome andsupport students with a wide range ofbackgrounds, qualifications and lifeexperiences. We will do all we can toassist your application and to supportyour needs once you are studyingwith us.

Learning Technologies Depending on your course you may use a variety of learningtechnologies such as:

VC (video conference): Using cameras and microphones, thistechnology allows staff and students to see and hear each other,and also to share common learning resources and materials.A VC can connect two or more UHI campuses or any other siteworldwide with the required technology.

VLE (virtual learning environment): A web-based system thatenables you to access learning resources, online guidance andsupport, and also access and submit assessments, pluscommunicate with staff and other students through a variety ofmeans, such as discussion boards or live ‘chat’.

AC (audio conference): Using traditional phone systems or web-based phone technology, an audio conference enables threeor more people to share a conversation or discussion.

Learning Centres: We make it easy for our students to access arange of learning opportunities through our local Learning Centresat Aviemore and Lochaber, Fort William. Each centre is equippedwith the latest technology and provides access to a wide range ofcourses, resources and the college network. Our LearningCentres are also convenient for local businesses looking for arange of training options.

Learning Options One of the best things about Inverness College UHI is that wework hard to make sure you succeed. We appreciate that everyonehas different needs, responsibilities and schedules and thereforewe have created a range of ways to help you fit studying intoyour everyday life.

KEY: Full-Time: You will attend college three to five days a week.Courses normally take place at our main Longman campus inInverness or at one of our other campuses at Midmills, Balloch orLochaber for specialist courses and you will follow our academicsemester calendar.

Part-Time: The flexibility of our courses means that you can fitstudy around other commitments such as work or family responsibilities.

Distance Learning: Study where and when you want with onlineresources and paper-based packs.

Online Learning: You may study at flexible times and locationsusing online resources. Attendance at some timetabled tutorialsmay be required. You will usually be part of a group studying inthe same way and will be able to interact with the other students.Some online courses do not require any physical attendance, with all study and support from tutors available online.

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Guide to qualifications

Inverness College UHI is approvedby the Scottish QualificationsAuthority (SQA) to deliver a rangeof academic and vocationalqualifications. We also offerprogrammes certificated by a rangeof other awarding bodies, forinstance ECITB, EAL, City andGuilds, CIPD.

National Certificates (NC) and National Qualifications (NQ)SQA National Certificates and Qualifications are named programmes, which are available at a variety of different levels, from SCQF (Scottish CreditQualification Framework) level 1 up to level 6. These programmes consist of a number of units which fit together to provide you with a named ‘groupaward’ – a recognised qualification in your chosen subject. Included in the NC/NQ programme are ‘core’ skills. These are named units identifyingyour ability in skills such as communication, numeracy and InformationCommunications Technology (ICT). A full-time NC/NQ programme is normallytaught and assessed throughout the academic year, covering 2 semesters.

These courses provide a valuable path to employment or further qualificationssuch as HNCs, HNDs, or degrees.

Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Higher National Diplomas (HND)Our HNC and HND programmes are recognised by employers for their vocational value and have the added benefit of opportunities to progressdirectly into second or third year of university courses. An HNC is generally equivalent to the first year of a degree, and the HND to the second. HNCsconsist of 12 to 15 credits, and HNDs consist of 30 credits. If you study full time, an HNC normally takes one year, and an HND 2 years.

With an HNC or HND, you have the chance to graduate at the end of yourstudies and enjoy the success of attaining a qualification as valuable in theworkplace as it is for continuing your studies.


DegreesBachelors, (Ordinary and Honour) and Masters Degrees are available atInverness College UHI in a range of subjects. The benefits of our courses arethat you can either enrol directly or progress to them through NQ, HNC, andHND courses in the relevant subjects. Degrees can be studied either full timeor part time, and are taught using a variety of methods (known as blendedlearning), which includes online modules, video conference modules, andface-to-face modules. For postgraduate courses please refer to the UHI website www.uhi.ac.uk or information can be found via the postgraduateprospectus which you can pick up from Inverness College UHI reception areas.

Industry and Vocational Qualifications We are proud of our reputation for delivering a host of industry-led qualifications, from professional cookery to hairdressing and motor vehicleengineering. You can earn these qualifications through time split betweencoming to college and at your workplace. Vocational qualifications are basedon evidence of the way you do your job, and are designed to help in yourcareer while encouraging you to go on to further learning. Standards are set at national level by Sector Skills Councils and industry training organisations(which are groups of employers, colleges and other interested parties).Qualifications on offer range from foundation training to senior managementdevelopment. We also offer a range of short courses, specifically designed tomeet the needs of employers and industry. These short courses may be regulatory such as Health & Safety or can be bespoke designed and delivered to meet the needs of individual employers.

Progression RoutesThe Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework (SCQF) is a way of comparing the wide range of Scottish qualifications within one framework. It covers achievements such as those from school, college, university, andmany work-based qualifications. It does this by giving each qualification a leveland a number of credit points. The level of a qualification indicates the level of difficulty and the number of credit points indicates the length of time it takes to complete. One SCQF credit point represents an average of 10 hours of learning time.

The framework aims to help learners, employers, parents and the general public understand how Scottish qualifications relate to each other. The SCQFalso helps to illustrate the relationships between Scottish qualifications andthose in the rest of the UK, Europe and beyond, which can clarify opportunitiesfor international progression routes and credit transfer.

For more information on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework,visit www.scqf.org.uk

On the inside back cover is a chart showing how the Scottish Credit andQualifications Framework (SCQF) works.

How to applyIt’s as easy as A,B,C

A1. Browse through this prospectus or the college websitewww.inverness.uhi.ac.uk. This contains brief descriptions of our courses.

2. Request more informationOnce you have seen a course that interests you, visit, phone or email our Admissions Team and they will give you more information as required.

If you need more advice about choices or funding, an appointment can be arranged with a member of the GuidanceTeam to help you make the right decision for you.

3. Complete an application form Complete an application form available from the college or download online via the courses pages, and post it to us. Extracopies can be obtained by contacting our Admissions Team. If you need any help the Guidance Team will be happy to giveadvice and support.

Degree-Level Study/UCASIf you are a school leaver and applying for a BA or BSc levelcourse, you will need to apply through UCAS. Ask your guidanceteacher, careers adviser or our Guidance Team about this or visitwww.ucas.com or telephone 0870 11 222 11. If you are amature student please apply to the college directly.

BInterviewOnce we have received your application form you will receive anacknowledgement letter or slip.

You may be invited into college for an interview or you may beinterviewed by telephone. The interview is informal and gives youthe opportunity to ask questions about the course, timetable,materials and support available. It also gives you the chance tofind out if the course is right for you.

If English is not your first language you will be asked to demonstrate your English language skills. You may be asked to complete an English test to make sure you will manage your course.

COffer of a place on the courseFollowing the interview you will be sent a letter about the offer of a place.

Unconditional offer – this means yes, you definitely have a placeon the course. All you need to do is complete the acceptancepart and return it to our Admissions Team.

Conditional offer – this means that there are things you still need to do before you can get a place on the course. It could be passing school exams or sitting an entry test. Once you have met these requirements let the Admissions Team know as soonas possible.

If your application is unsuccessful please contact our GuidanceTeam for an appointment to discuss other courses. You can findthe Admissions and Guidance teams near Reception at theLongman or Midmills campus.


Student supportIn this section:

Funding advice | The Guidance Team

Students worry about money – it’s a fact!Most students who apply for a course at college get some form of financial support while they study. What you can apply fordepends on the level of course and your personal circumstances.

Funding for further educationFull-time courses: Access, Intermediate 1 or 2, SVQ, NC, NQ, HigherIf you are interested in enrolling on a full-time further educationcourse at Inverness College UHI you can apply for a bursary orEducational Maintenance Allowance from the college Admissions,Funding and Progression Department.Most full-time further education students will be entitled to anautomatic fee waiver. Short-term full-time courses will normallyincur a fee but you may be eligible for a fee waiver dependingon your personal circumstances, e.g. if you are in receipt ofcertain benefits.

Funding for further education Part-time courses If you are interested in enrolling on a part-time further educationcourse or subject(s) you can apply for a college bursary to helppay for your travel costs and course expenses. If you are studyingpart time, you will have to pay tuition fees. However, if you are inreceipt of benefits or you are on a low income you may be eligiblefor a fee waiver – ask the Admissions, Funding and ProgressionTeam for a list of benefits that are accepted.

Application forms for further education funding can be obtainedfrom Reception at Longman or Midmills, or the Admissions,Funding and Progression Team.

Funding for higher educationFull-time: BA, BSc, HND/DipHE, HNC/CertHEIf you are interested in enrolling on a full-time higher educationcourse at Inverness College UHI, Scottish domiciled students andthose from other European Union countries outwith the UK canapply to SAAS for tuition-free support. Depending on your circumstances you may also be entitled to the following support:• Student loans: These are partly means tested against family income.

• Young Students’ Bursary: This is available for students aged 25 or below from lower income families. This is dependent on family income and replaces part of the student loan.

• Independent Students' Bursary (ISB): This is available for independent students and is dependent on family income.

Additional grants are available to students with dependantresponsibilities and for those students who had previously been in care.

It is important to make sure that you sort out your finances before you enrol on a course. There are various types of fundingavailable depending on what type and level of course you are interested in.

Funding advice


If you need help and advice please contact theGuidance Team.

Funding for higher educationPart-time: BA, BSc, HND/DipHE, HNC/CertHEIf you are studying part time, you will have to pay tuition fees.However, if you are in receipt of benefits you might be exempt – ask the Guidance Team for a list of benefits that areaccepted. For more information on part-time funding contact ourGuidance Team.

If you are applying for a student loan, Young Students’ Bursary, orfor payment of tuition fees you should apply online via the SAASwebsite at www.saas.gov.uk.

For more information on funding for higher education contact:

The Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS)General enquiry line: 0845 111 1711Website: www.saas.gov.ukAddress: Gyleview House

3 Redheughs RiggEdinburghEH12 9HH

Individual Learning Accounts (ILA)If you are 16 or over, living in Scotland and earn £22,000 a yearor less, you could get £200 a year towards the cost of learning,or £500 if you are studying a part-time higher education course(40 SCQF credits or more in an academic year).If you need moreinformation call ILA Scotland on 0808 100 1090.

Talk to the Admissions, Funding and Progression Team about:• Fees • Fee waiver • Travelling expenses• Discretionary fund • Childcare support

Contact the Admissions, Funding and Progression Team for further information, a confidential chat, help and advice via 01463 273000.

Part-time study (fee waivers)If you or your family are in receipt of certain benefits or are on alow household income, you may be entitled to a fee waiver formany of our courses if you are studying part time.Most part-time courses (but not leisure courses) and subjects areavailable free to students who are eligible for a fee waiver.Application forms and more information on fee waivers are available from the Admissions, Funding and Progression Team.

Childcare and discretionary funds – FE and HE coursesChildcare and discretionary funds are available to students on FEand HE courses, once their core funding (student loan, SAAS andbursary funding) has been awarded. Childcare and discretionaryfunds are dependent on personal circumstances – please contactthe Admissions, Funding and Progression Office for further information.

Our experienced, friendly staff in our Admissions, Funding andProgression Team will be able to give you help and advice on allaspects of funding the course you choose, whether it’s by fulltime, part time, day release or home study.

LEVEL MODE OF ATTENDANCE TUITION FEES CHARGED TO STUDENT MAINTENANCE/CHILDCARE/TRAVEL EXPENSES/COURSE EXPENSES

HNC/HND/Degree Full time NONE providing student meets SAAScriteria. Student must apply to SAAS.

Maintenance/travel expenses/equipment/books – apply for SAASfunding and means tested/non-means tested student loan/grant andyoung student bursary (under 25 years old).Childcare/housing/excess travel/general hardship – possible helpwith funding through higher education childcare fund or highereducation discretionary fund (conditions apply).

HNC/HND/Degree Part time NONE if in receipt of working tax credit, housingbenefit, certain state benefits or on a low incomeand studying less than 16 hours per week. If notfees will be charged at a set rate per unit studied.ILA 500 account is available providing studentmeets ILA Scotland criteria.

Travel expenses/equipment/books – possible help with fundingthrough higher education discretionary fund (conditions apply).Childcare/general hardship – possible help with funding throughhigher education discretionary fund (conditions apply).

NC/NQ/SVQ 1-2 Full-time studentsover 18

NONE providing students meet criteriaof national fee waiver policy.

Maintenance/travel expenses/equipment/books – apply for means tested college further education bursary.Childcare/housing/general hardship – help with funding throughfurther education bursary or the childcare fund.

Full-time students16-18 years

NONE providing students meet criteriaof national fee waiver policy.

Maintenance – apply for means tested education maintenanceallowance (known as EMA).Travel expenses/equipment/books – apply for college furthereducation bursary. Awarded to all students under 18 years old whomeet the policy criteria, at the start date of their course regardless ofparental/guardian income. Childcare/housing/general hardship –possible help with funding through further education discretionaryfund or further education childcare fund.

Part-time studentsover 18

NONE if in receipt of working tax credit, housing benefit, certain state benefits oron a low income. If not, fees will becharged at a set rate per unit studied.

Travel expenses/equipment/books – apply for means testedpart time further education bursary.Childcare/general hardship – possible help with funding throughfurther education discretionary fund or further educationchildcare fund.

Part-time studentsunder 18

NONE if in receipt of working tax credit, housing benefit, certain state benefits oron a low income. If not, fees will becharged at a set rate per unit studied.

Travel expenses/equipment/books – apply for part time furthereducation bursary.Childcare/general hardship – possible help with funding throughfurther education discretionary fund or further educationchildcare fund.

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Information on this chart is based on 2010-2011 and may be subject to change for 2012-2013


The Guidance Team are here to help and will do their best to provide the information you are looking for.

The Guidance Team are available at:Longman Campus:Monday to Friday 8.30 am – 5 pm during term time

At Forestry (Balloch) Campus:Thursday 9.00 am – 12.30 pm

At Midmills Campus:Tuesday and Wednesday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm during term time

Some examples of how we can help are:• CoursesInformation and choices

• FinanceFunding, hardship, budgeting

• Learning and study supportPreparation to study, study skills

• Help filling in formsCourse and funding applications

• AccommodationHelp and advice on where to look, and funding options

• Childcare informationCollege and local nurseries

• Personal counsellingFree, private and confidential service for all students

• Advice for International and EU applicants and studentsVisas, funding, finding work, accommodation

• Progression after your courseWhat to do next and where to look

• Careers advice, preparation for employment, Job SearchAdvice, support and guidance, mock interviews, help with your application

• Careers coaching, life coaching and budget coachingCoaches to help with various issues affecting students

• Links with agencies outwith collegeCalman Trust, Barnardos, Highland Council

If you are thinking about coming to college orwhen you become a student, you may havequestions that you need some help with.

The Guidance Team

Foot in the doorWhen you have applied for a course and you are accepted, the next step is to get your trainers on, put your best foot forward and come along to our ‘foot in the door’ day at Inverness College UHI.

Summer study boot camp Join us this summer to kick start your study skills and book into some half day sessionsat ‘boot camp’ before you start your course. Help ease your transition into study if youare returning after a break or see how different college is from school.

Join us for a half day at one of our ‘foot in the door’ or ‘boot camp’ sessions from May to August every year. Contact the Guidance Team.

AccommodationThe college has a list of accommodation available to rent locally.The list is available from Midmills and Longman Reception points,or from the college website in the support services section atwww.inverness.uhi.ac.uk.

Career coachingWhat is career coaching?Our career coaches are trained to support you in making career-related decisions and to help you take steps towardsreaching your goals. A career coach will not tell you what to do,but will work with you to identify your goals, and then help you towork towards these goals. Career coaching is a supportive,focussed relationship based on equality and trust. This meansthat you will be treated as a capable, responsible individual, andassisted to make your own decisions and take your own action.Career coaching may take place over several sessions over anumber of weeks. This is to make sure that you get all the support you need.

Career coaching can help if:• You have clear goals but are finding it difficult to take the action you need.

• You are unsure about your next steps.• You feel you need additional support.

How can I access career coaching?If you are a higher education student (studying HNC, HND orDegree level)• Visit the UHI Career Centre website www.uhi.ac.uk/en/students/career-centre and click on the link for career coachingon the left hand side pane to enquire further or;

• Contact a Guidance Officer to discuss and make an appointment via 01463 273000 or email [email protected]

If you are a further education student (studying Access, NQ or NC level)• Contact a Guidance Officer to discuss and make an appointment via 01463 273000 or email [email protected]

Counselling supportAt times during your course you may find that you have problemsor difficulties that you can’t seem to sort out for yourself. You may need to seek the help of a trained and experiencedcounsellor to talk about an issue in complete privacy and in confidence.

Counselling gives you time and space to explore issues important to you, such as relationships, fear of failure, bereavement,anxiety, depression and personal growth. Counsellors will not beable to give you instant solutions, but will listen carefully andrespectfully to you and work with you.

The Guidance and Counselling Officer can be contacted via01463 273000.


The Students’ Association is your gateway to student life! While studying at Inverness College UHI you will be invited to take advantage of the many opportunities open to you – not only because the success of the Association depends on your participation, but because being a student is not all abouthard work, it’s also about having fun!

Our key role is representing students’ views and opinions.We organise a range of social activities throughout the year, in addition to campaign and awareness events. We’ll also beencouraging students to set up their own clubs and societies.Whether it be social, political, cultural or religious, we’ll offer youas much support as possible to get it started. Get involved andsee what we can do for you!

Students’ Association

The Learning Centre (LC) is situated at theLongman campus and offers a wide range ofmaterials to support your learning during yourtime at college, including books, journals, andonline resources.

When you arrive in college you will be offered an induction session, showing you how to make the best use of the libraryfacilities available to you. A number of leaflets and guides havealso been produced to help you get the most from your time inthe LC. If you require help with any aspect of using the LC pleaseask a member of staff.

You will have access to thousands of online journals, databasesand e-books via the UHI Library Service and you can borrowmaterial from other colleges and universities.

The LC has over 80 PCs available for use and, if you want tobring your own laptop, you can use our Wi-Fi network. There areprinting facilities, a photocopier and scanners to help you produce your coursework. We look forward to welcoming you tothe Learning Centre. The Scottish School of Forestry has a smalllibrary at its Balloch site.

The LC is open at the following times: Monday, Thursday, Friday: 8.30 am – 5.00 pmTuesday, Wednesday: 8.30 am – 8.00 pm

The Learning Centre


The SkillZone is located towards the rear ofthe Learning Centre (LC). You or a member of staff can make an appointment for you toattend, or you can drop-in to find out how you can enhance a range of skills, including:

• Reading, writing and numeric skills (literacies)• Core skills (Communications, Numeracy, ICT,Working with others, Problem solving)

• Employability skills• Citizenship skills • Enterprise skills• Sustainability • Personal and learning skills, including help and guidance with your Personal Progression Portfolio (PPP)

There will always be someone there to help you or to advise youon how to access a range of online and paper-based learningresources. At various times, different specialist staff (for example,core skills teaching staff, the literacy tutor or guidance staff) willbe available to provide support. This support is available to students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.

The SkillZone

How will you develop these skills?In every class you will develop some aspect of Essential Skills.You will find that all of the skills are interlinked. While you arelearning the vocational or academic aspects of your chosencourse, you will be developing these other skills at the same time.For example, this could be working in a team on a project – thistype of activity will help you develop in many ways, includingincreasing your confidence, learning how to support one another,developing your communication skills, planning and organising.

Bksb online resources will help you to work out what your currentlevels are for Communications, Numeracy and ICT - and so willhelp us to support you as you work towards the next level. Youwill be provided with a personalised learning plan for each ofthese core skills and interactive resources to help you to developyour skills.

As you work through the resources you can check your progress.Your learning plans are automatically updated.

Bksb is available to all Inverness College students. It can beaccessed via PCs within the college or anywhere that has aninternet connection.

Access bksb at the following web address:http//:bksblive.co.uk/InvernessCollege/bksb_Portal/

One-to-one support and help in using bksb is available tolearners in the SkillZone.

ASPIRE > ACHIEVE > ADVANCE

Why are Essential Skills important to you?Employers all look for different combinationsof skills, but all employers are looking forpeople who are literate and numerate (i.e.whocan read and write and use numbers ineveryday situations), who are committed,enthusiastic, reliable and good timekeepers.

Essential Skills

You also need to be able to work well with other staff, to work outthe best way to tackle a situation, to understand documents, beable to use electronic information and be able to discuss problems and projects.

As a part of your course you will develop employability skills, citizenship skills, the core skills of Communication, Numeracy,Information and Communication Technology, Problem Solving andWorking with Others – all of which are essential in employmentand for progression to a further course of study.


Our nurseries offer quality nursery care for children aged 0-5 andoffer full-time, part-time and sessional day care. Midmills Nurseryhas childcare for children aged birth – 3 years and LongmanNursery caters for children from 3-5 years. For more informationcontact the Childcare Services Manager via 01463 273000.Financial assistance with nursery fees for the children of studentsmay be available from the college Discretionary Funds.

Inverness College UHI has two facilities offeringchildcare to students, with qualified staff who meet the requirements for the Scottish Social Services Council. Staff are committedand continually enhancing their learning and development through various courses and qualifications.

Nursery

We offer courses for students at a variety of levels, from access todegrees in arts and sciences as well as English language. For thelast few years the college has also been increasingly popular withexchange and study abroad students who come to Inverness fora semester or a year as part of their studies overseas.

International students at Inverness enjoy the Highlands’ safe andgreen environment as well as the warmest of welcomes from the college and the city. Through a variety of support services we ensure overseas students receive all the help they need inorder to enjoy their studies and successfully progress throughtheir education.

From visa advice through to facilitating such initiatives as thebuddy scheme or the Culture and Activity Programme, we caterfor the needs of students who have made a decision to relocatein order to study in a foreign country.

For those students whose English is not a first language we offera range of classes aimed at improving their English languageskills, including English for Academic Purposes and English forSpeakers of other Languages (ESOL).

For further information please visit the college website International pages.

Inverness College UHI welcomes students fromall over the world who want to study a UKqualification and develop an understanding ofthe Scottish culture and heritage.

International Students

We can also put you in touch with a wide range of local clubs and

societies from playing a musical instrument to running up hills!

Educational activities

Various seminars and informative talks are organised and hosted

throughout the year. An up to date program will be published on

the student intranet.

International networks

Every student has an opportunity to build an international network

by meeting overseas students studying here and learn about

different cultures and traditions. You might choose to help fellow

overseas students through the buddy scheme.

Buddy Scheme

The buddy scheme provides new overseas students with a

contact person who helps them to become familiar with and settle

into the local area and local life as well as with the different

educational system.

Volunteering

Through the volunteering scheme at the college, you can bring

ideas and people together, develop better networks and

improve your communication, problem solving and working

with others skills.

The Learning Culture Development Officer is here to help

you link with others and feel you belong to the college and

wider community.

Why not become a part of the collegecommunity and interact with other fellowstudents and staff? All college students havean opportunity to meet new people, learnabout different cultures, improve interpersonaland employability skills and make friends forlife. The college provides a space where people with various interests are brought together and share their experience and knowledge.After you complete your course you will takeaway fantastic memories! There are many opportunities to get involved and become part of the college and wider community.

Social scene

Social and leisure activitiesEvery new student, whether studying a further education or higher education course, receives a warm welcome into the community. You will be given an informal opportunity to meet withother students.

You will be given the opportunity to join informal groups playing orparticipating in sports or just taking part in heritage trips, culturalevents, and outdoor activities. There are drop in sessions toshare ideas with members of staff and other students to improvethe student community.


Developing youand your businessIn this section:

Business Development | HI&M Skill Shop | CREATE | Modern Apprenticeships Research | SEAM

Inverness College UHI provides awide range of training solutionsto support businesses andindividuals with theirprofessional development needs.

We assist individuals looking for the right skillstraining and knowledge to update their ContinuedPersonal Development or to develop new skills ortraining to comply with legislation.

Responsive to the diverse needs of organisationsand individuals, the Business Development Teamoffers work based Vocational Qualifications andCertificate courses along with a range of shortcourses.

We work in partnership with employers, national organisations and awarding bodies to ensure thattraining is delivered to meet national standards and isresponsive to the needs of industry.

We can provide a comprehensive review and trainingneeds analysis and are able to provide solutionstailored to your business needs.

Short courses are available in a variety of tailoredpackages to suit the needs of you and yourbusiness. Subjects include but are not exhaustive:Aquaculture, business and management,electrical and construction, first aid, food hygiene,health and safety, learning and development,office administration and IT, oil, gas and water,security industry and licensed trade andsustainability and micro-renewables through ourSEAM Centre (see pages 34/35).

Why not discuss your training needs with us on01463 273000 or email [email protected].

SupportingBusinesses

SupportingIndividuals

SupportingPublic Sector

There are two distinctive packages for this sector:

World Host is a suite of customer service courses which have beenawarded the 2012 Inspire Mark by the London Organising Committeefor the Olympic Games and comprises• The principles of customer service• Sales powered by service• Front line management solutions.

National Skills AcademyBefore now, there has never been a clear path to nationally recognisedretail qualifications or training programmes. As a result, many employeesare unsure how to improve their skills in a way which makes them moreattractive to employers. Employers themselves are unsure how to bestspend their time and money on improving skills.

The guide to successful retailing master-classes includes• Driving sales through marketing• Buying and visual merchandising• Retail business planning and financeThe master-classes are short courses over one or two days and areavailable for individuals or bespoke groups. Classes will be deliveredat Inverness College UHI.

For more information visit www.himss.org.uk oremail [email protected]

Launched in February 2012, the Skills Shop delivershigh profile, high quality training programmes foremployees in the retail sector. Courses are forpeople living in the Highlands and Islands and Moraywith training delivered either at Inverness CollegeUHI or Moray College UHI.

HI&M Skills Shop


Workshops We offer interactive workshops which help you develop yourknowledge and understanding of enterprise and develop the skillsyou need to create your own future! There is a wide range onoffer such as:• Introduction to Being Enterprising in the Workplace• Introduction to Self Employment• Develop your Creativity Skills• Develop your Networking Skills• Develop your Presentation and Persuasion Skills.

The workshops extend from 1 hour to a full day and are availableon a first come, first served basis.

Create is the Highland Centre for Enterpriseand Innovation at Inverness College UHI. Weexist to help you develop your enterprising skillswhether you wish to be better prepared foremployment or to start your own business.

CREATE

UHI Business Idea CompetitionEver thought that you could improve on an existing product orservice? Ever had an idea to solve a problem in the community orimprove the lot of a particular group of people, for example abusiness that would help students enjoy their studies even moreor an idea to help the environment? The UHI Business IdeaCompetition is for you! In the 2011 competition we had £7,000 incash prizes and 165 entries! Will you be a winner in 2012?Open for entries in August 2012 with closing date for entries24 October 2012. Check out www.createhighland.com forcurrent information.

Website and drop in centreTo book a workshop, or to request further information, contact uson 01463 273267 or [email protected] us and find out what’s happening!

Up to date info is on our website www.createhighland.comor ‘like us’ on facebook at www.facebook.com/createhighland

Create Entrepreneurs’ ClubWhy not come along to our Entrepreneurs’ Club and meetlike-minded people? The club is for all students and staff whowant to be inspired and have fun! The club is normally held onthe last Wednesday of each month. We generally have an interesting guest or two each time and the feedback is great! No need to book!

Start your Business at CollegeEver thought of starting your own business but don’t know where,or how to start?

If you wish to become self-employed and start your own businesswhile you are at college, we can help you. You can join our‘Create Your Business’ programme which aims to help at everystage: from investigating your idea, finding out about businessbasics, to meeting useful contacts and advisers to help take youridea further. There are no assessments or fees – however, ourkey requirements are that you have an idea, passion and determination! Students and graduates who wish to enter theCreate Your Business programme must apply for admission as it is subject to terms and conditions.


Modern Apprenticeship courses offer peopleaged 16 and over the chance to train whilethey earn. They are an exciting way ofgaining skills and qualifications that will helpto start or develop a career without havingto study full time. They are available across awide range of industries.

Modern Apprenticeships

The following Modern Apprenticeship courses are availablethrough Inverness College UHI. Please refer to page 134 for fullcourse details.

• Aquaculture (Fisheries Management)• Construction Operations/Management• Domestic Plumbing• Electrical Installation• Engineering• Hairdressing• Hospitality• Life Sciences• Painting and Decorating• Roof Slating, Tiling and Cement Work• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Motor Vehicle Engineering)

For more information contact the Training Contracts Teamon 01463 273000

What do they offer?As a Modern Apprentice you will be employed from the verystart of your training and receive a wage from your employer.You will then be given the chance to develop expertise and gain knowledge through on-the-job assessment as well as gaining vital skills such as team work and problem solving. Many ModernApprentices and Skillseekers also attend the college to study the theory relating to their chosen occupation. To make sure the combination of theory and practice is right for you a trainingagreement will be drawn up. Through your training agreement,you, your employer and the college are all committed toyour development.

Who pays for all this?Skills Development Scotland fund the training. This governmentagency aims to drive positive change in Scotland's skills performance and, by removing the financial burden of paying fortraining fees, it gives people the opportunity to realise and fulfiltheir potential.

What does a Modern Apprenticeship involve?All Modern Apprenticeships must have certain common features: • Apprentices will achieve a Scottish/National Vocational Qualification (S/NVQ) at level 2 or level 3

• The 5 Scottish Core Skills (Communication, Numeracy, IT, Problem Solving and Working with Others) must be included

• All apprentices must be employed throughout the apprenticeship

• Apprenticeships are achieved at the pace and within the timescale appropriate to the employer and apprentice. There isno element of ‘timeserving’

• Successful apprentices receive a certificate of completion from the Sector Skills Council


There is a growing research capacity atInverness College, forming part of widerresearch developments across the Universityof the Highlands and Islands. The College iscommitted to supporting staff and studentsin developing a research capacity, includingincreasing our number of researchpostgraduates, together with other UHIpartners. The development of research is nowworking towards the move to the newcampus where a bespoke research andenterprise hub will provide the focus forcollaborative research, innovation and businessenterprise.

Research

We have developing research strengths in the area of ruralresources management, particularly freshwater fisheries,sustainable forestry, bioenergy and rural policy. Individual staffinterests also include biodiversity conservation, digital health,technical medical innovation, animal disease modelling andsport education.

As a partner in the University of the Highlands and Islands, thecollege can supervise research postgraduates at Masters andDoctoral level in a number of key research areas, includingfreshwater management, forestry and rural policy. In deliveringresearch degrees, the college works closely with the UHIGraduate School, which is developing a strong research cultureacross UHI, where students can flourish and interact with thewider UK and international academic community.

A thriving research postgraduate community will be central to theactivity in the research and enterprise hub in the college’s newcampus due to open at Beechwood in 2015. The hub will providespace for around 40 staff, and include laboratory facilities forenergy and science. Working with UHI partners and otheruniversities, the hub will be the focus of high quality researchand provide a seedbed for development of research on theBeechwood site in the future.


Our new facility has demonstration renewable energy equipmentinstalled and well-appointed classroom space for teaching. Thiscreates an ideal learning environment for combining the theoryand practical elements of our training courses. We have fullyqualified and experienced teaching staff to deliver our courses.

The SEAM (Sustainable Energy And Micro-renewables)Centre at Inverness College UHI has beencreated to provide training and information inrenewable energy and sustainable construction.

SEAM

We can also deliver short workshops on renewable energy forbusinesses, communities and school groups. These providean introduction to the subject and give people a goodunderstanding of the basics of renewable energy, and helpthem to consider their next steps for using renewable energyat home or work.

ResearchThe SEAM Centre is developing a growing capacity to facilitateand engage with renewable energy research activities. We havebeen involved with projects relating to the development of a tidalturbine prototype, as well as research relating to biomass heating.The SEAM Centre building and facilities, and the wider connectionwith Inverness College and the University of the Highlands andIslands, means that we are well placed to help in research projects.

Keeping in touchAll the latest information is available from www.seamcentre.org.ukand also our Twitter feed @SEAMCentre. You can also call us on01463 273650 or email [email protected].

Training courses for installers We provide a range of training courses for renewable energyinstallers covering different technologies. Our courses arecertificated by BPEC and are an ideal way for installers to gainqualifications that recognise their competence can assist ingaining Microgeneration Certification Scheme accreditation.

Renewable Energy Awareness TrainingThe SEAM Centre offers a 2 day general awareness course forrenewable energy. This provides a thorough background on thepolicy, economic and environmental aspects of renewable energysolutions. It also looks at all the major small-scale renewableenergy technologies and uses theoretical and practical teachingto help candidates increase their understanding of how thesesystems work and the different advantages and disadvantages.

Workshops and SeminarsThe SEAM Centre hosts regular seminars on subjects relating torenewable energy and sustainable construction. These take placeat the college and a range of expert speakers present theirexperience from this industry.


Still at school?In this section:

Vocational Pathways ProgrammeHighers and Intermediate 2 Programmes

The Vocational Pathways Programme (VPP) provides pupils in S3 and above with a range of opportunities to follow vocational courses one day a week.

The programme, which is run as a partnership between theHighland Council, Highland secondary schools and the college,offers vocational training through a wide range of courses, for example:

• Skills for Work: Automotive Skills (Car Mechanics)• Skills for Work: Construction Crafts• Skills for Work: Early Education and Childcare• Skills for Work: Hairdressing• Skills for Work: Uniformed and Emergency Services• Performing Engineering Operations (Fabrication and Welding)• Professional Cookery

Each of these courses offers a recognised SQA qualification andvaluable employability skills.

Can I also apply if I am in S5 or Sixth Year?Yes. You can apply for any of the courses listed above which willgive you experience of the vocational area.

How to apply?Further details about each individual course are available fromguidance teachers in every Highland secondary school. On completion of an application form, pupils are invited to college foran interview. There will be taster events for pupils and parentsthroughout the year which will demonstrate what happens in theclassrooms. Applications for taster events are available fromguidance teachers.

After VPP – what next?VPP provides a bridge between school and employment or afull-time programme at college. On completion of a VPP or Skillsfor Work course, a student can make a more informed choice inhis/her future career path.

For more information on the any of the VPP or Skills for Workcourses, please contact the Guidance Team via 01463 273000.

Please see pages 114 for Highers.

Vocational Pathways Programme (VPP)


Highers & Intermediate 2 ProgrammeHighers Programme

The principle of the Highers programme at InvernessCollege UHI is to provide students with a coherent groupof subjects related to entry on to a higher educationcourse of study or a specific career/employment.

Highers are taken from 3 groupings: Creative Industries;Humanities; Science/Sport. By choosing subjects withinthese groupings, students will leave college with acoherent body of qualifications and skills to preparethem for progression.

The programme also includes a generic element ofpersonal development designed to assist students togain the essential skills sought after by employers andhigher education institutions alike.

Students will normally take 3 Highers if undertakingfull-time study. The programme is available on apart-time basis also (by taking 1 or 2 subjects). Somesubjects are available through open/distance learning.

Higher English is available online for students who preferto study a non-classroom based course. Because onlinestudy requires high levels of motivation and skills intime management, you may be called for interview todetermine your skill level.

Higher psychology is available in a blended learningformat of classroom and online study based elements,as well as face to face. Blended learning requires sometime commitment to attend college in order to undertakeexperiments and assessments.

Some Highers may be available in the eveningssubject to numbers.

Entry Requirements

Entry to Intermediate 2: Intermediate 1 (A or B) orStandard Grade (3 or 4) or GCSE (A or B) orequivalent units in relevant subjects (see individualsubject information).

Entry to Highers: Intermediate 2 (A or B) or StandardGrade (1 or 2) or GCSE (A or B) or equivalent units inrelevant subjects (see individual subject information).

If you intend to resit a subject for which you alreadyhold unit passes, please indicate this on yourapplication form.

If English is not your first language you will berequired to demonstrate English language skillsequivalent to IELTS 5.5, e.g. First Certificatein English.

Applicants who do not meet any of the above criteriabut who have relevant experience or alternativequalifications will be considered, but acceptance issubject to interview.

For more information about the Highers and Intermediate 2Programmes please contact 01463 273000 or email [email protected]

T: 01463 273000

E: [email protected]

www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk

Check out page 114 for full course list.


Programme of Study

If you want to study full time you need to take 3 Highers plus related skills/Intermediate 2 option plus the personal development element.You may take 4 Highers subject to interview. All subjects listed below are subject to numbers. Please contact us for advanced and onlinehighers course leaflet.

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CREATIVE INDUSTRIESArchitectural TechnologyArt and DesignDramaMedia StudiesPhotography*

HUMANITIES

BusinessCareEarly Education & ChildcareEnglishFrenchGermanHistoryModern StudiesPoliticsPsychologySociologySpanish

SCIENCE AND SPORT

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BiotechnologyChemistryHuman BiologyManaging Environmental ResourcesMathematicsOutdoor PursuitsPhysicsSport

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CoursesYour futurestarts here


Access to Further Education NQ (Intermediate 1)SCQF Level 4This course is designed for applicants with little or noformal qualifications who are keen to apply for moreadvanced courses. The course aims to developconfidence as well as qualifications. Progression ispossible to a range of care programmes. Subjectsinclude IT, communication, study skills, numeracy,contemporary issues, holiday planning, customercare, accident and emergency procedures andintroduction to the social world.

Entry requirements (mature students)• All applicants will take part in a series

of activities including an interview and assessment

• Applicants should be to cope with study at Intermediate 1 level.

How is the course assessed?Assessment takes place throughout each unit.

What next?A range of courses at Intermediate 2 level may beaccessed with this qualification. Success is measuredas achieving 4 Intermediate 1 units includingCommunication plus a reference from the StudiesAdviser.

Start date December 2012 Study method Short full timeCampus Longman and MidmillsDuration 24 weeks

AccessIn this section:

Access to FE | College Link | Community LinkPathways to Study | Workwise

Community LinkNQ Access 3 to Intermediate 1

This course helps adults rebuild their

self-confidence and skills. Subjects may include

textiles, IT, social activities, art, hobby choices

and cookery.

Entry requirements

• Application form and informal interview.

How is the course assessed?

Assessment takes place throughout each subject.

What next?

Mainstream college provision.

Start date August 2012

Study method Part time

Campus Longman/Midmills

and Lochaber

Duration Up to 3 afternoons per

week for a number of years

Access...cont

College Link NQ Access Units & CollegeCertificates (according to ability)SCQF Level 3This course assists pupils in the transition from

school to college. It provides a general

introduction to college life and allows students to

experience some of the subjects they would

undertake on either the Workwise or

Skillsbuilder/Adult Foundation courses. Subjects

may include leisure and fitness, construction,

information technology, film and media studies,

relaxation, craftwork and group activities.

Entry requirements (school leavers)

• Referral is made by the school.



What next?

Full-time or part-time college provision either

within Supported Learning or mainstream

provision, depending on ability.



Campus Longman

Duration 1 to 2 days per week for

2 years

Pathways to Study 2Entry requirements (mature students)

• No formal entry requirements.


4 Standard grades at foundation level (5/6)

plus a satisfactory reference from your school or

college studies adviser.

Entry requirements (college students)

Achievement of Pathways to Study 1 plus a

satisfactory reference from your college studies

adviser.


The course is based on SQA credits at SCQF

level 4, which are assessed in range of ways

throughout the course.

What next?

On successful completion of this course, you can

progress to either employment, training or a

National Qualification at Intermediate 2

(SCQF level 5).

Start date

(both levels) August 2012 or January 2013

Study method Attendance at college

Campus Longman and Midmills

Duration 18 weeks

Pathways to Study 1 and 2 SCQF Levels 3 and 4

The Pathways to Study courses are designed as a

stepping stone for school leavers, and for the

mature entrant preparing to return to work or

further study. Depending on your previous

qualifications or experience, this course will help

build your skills and confidence.

Pathways to Study Level 1 will give you practical

tasters in a range of subjects from business,

technology, creative industries and social

subjects. At Level 2, you will chose from two of

the subject areas above and study these in more

depth. Your Studies Adviser will support you to

plan your learning and help you identify your own

personal development needs, and you will also

have access to careers advice and guidance.

Pathways to Study 1Entry requirements (mature students)





The course is based on SQA credits at SCQF

level 3, which are assessed in range of ways

throughout the course.

What next?

On successful completion of this course, you can

progress to either the Pathways to Study 2 at

SCQF level 4, or onto one of the introductory

courses in a range of subjects (eg. construction,

hairdressing, engineering, care, business

administration).

WorkwiseAccess 3 & Intermediate 1

This 2-year course is designed to give students

the opportunity to reach their full potential through

developing personal, social and vocational skills

in an adult environment. This course provides an

introduction to work through work placements.

Subjects may include construction skills, catering

(including running the ‘Roof Top Café’),

communication, numeracy, hairdressing,

construction skills, IT, youth issues, customer

care, group activities, volunteering and work

experience.

Entry requirements (mature students)

• Selection by interview and team-building

activities

• Progress review for year.





What next?

Opportunities exist for students to progress on to

vocational college courses.


Study method Full time

Campus Longman

Duration 1 to 2 years


Name: Lorraine UrquhartCourse: Community Link with ECDL & Dressmaking

Why did you choose to come to InvernessCollege UHI?I started to do basic computing at Highland Tagunit when courses became available at the college.

Tell us about your course. I am doing 2 courses: ECDL and Dressmaking. I enjoy this as I have never had the challenge. I have gained a lot of experience and confidence.

How did you know this was the right coursefor you?When I attended the class I was made verywelcome, put at ease and given the help required.

What are you planning to do once you have finished this course?I would like to apply for advanced ECDLcourse and gain more qualifications to helpwith employment.

Accounting andAdministrationIn this section:

Accounting | Book Keeping | Administration and Information TechnologyMedical Terminology | Medical Administration | Office Administration Office Information Technology | Office Management and Information Technology

For Business, Management and Leadership Courses refer to page 56.


AccountingHNC

This course is designed to prepare candidates for

a career in accounting or financial administration.

Candidates gain skills and knowledge in financial

and management accounting. Subjects include

financial/cost accounting, management

accounting, business law, economics and

management accounting using IT. Exemptions

from professional examinations.

Entry requirements

• 1 Higher at C or above plus 4 Standard

Grades at 3 or above including English or

recognised equivalent qualification

• There are no formal entry requirements for

mature applicants

• Interview.


Continuous assessment plus a graded

assessment at the end of the course.

What next?

• HND Accounting year 2

• Employment.

UCAS code 104N

Start date September 2012

Study method Full time or part time

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks FT

Longer PT

AccountingHND

This course is designed to prepare candidates for

a career in accounting or financial administration.

Candidates gain skills and knowledge in financial

and management accounting. Subjects include

financial/cost accounting, management

accounting, business law, economics and

management accounting using IT in the first year.

Second year develops more in-depth knowledge

and skills including company law and taxation.

Exemptions from professional examinations.

Entry requirements

• 2 Highers at C or above plus 4 Standard




mature applicants

• Interview.


Continuous assessment plus 3 graded

assessments.

What next?

• BA (Hons) Business & Management

with Finance

• Employment.

UCAS code 004N



Campus Midmills

Duration 2 years FT

Longer PT

ACCA Accounting Technician:Introductory Certificate andIntermediate Certificate in Financial and ManagementAccountingThis professional qualification awarded by the

Association of Chartered Credited Accountants

(ACCA) will build your knowledge in accountancy

and management. It is an ideal course if you have

no previous accounting qualifications and want to

pursue a career in the area or if you require

knowledge to support a financial manager.

Programme includes recording financial

transactions, management information,

maintaining financial records and managing

costs and finance.

Entry requirements

• A fee is charged for this course.


Computer based exams.

What next?

• ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business

and Certified Accounting Technician

• Can enhance career prospects in areas such

as finance assistant.

Start date January 2013

Study method Part time evening

Campus Longman

Duration 44 weeks

Accounting and Administration...cont

ACCA Foundations in Accountancy:Diploma in Accounting andBusiness and Certified Accounting TechnicianThis course progresses on from the ACCA

Introductory and Intermediate Certificate in

Financial and Management Accounting and

covers drafting financial statements, planning,

control and performance management,

implementing audit procedures, preparing tax

returns and managing finances.

Entry requirements

• ACCA Introductory and Intermediate

Certificate in Financial and Management

Accounting, HNC Accounting or equivalent

qualification.



Computer based exams.

What next?

• ACCA professional chartered qualification

• Enhances career prospects.

Start date March 2013

Study method Part time evening

Campus Longman

Duration 18 months PT

Book KeepingPDA

This Professional Development Award delivers the

essential skills and knowledge for a career in

book keeping or working in an accounting or

financial administration role. This makes it suitable

CPD for those working in such a role or for

anyone seeking to enter employment in this area.

It consists of 3 credits and is delivered by

blended learning, allowing the student the

flexibility of college attendance and home study to

fit round work and life commitments. Subjects

include recording financial information or

recording financial transactions, using financial

accounting software and payroll.

Entry requirements

• Relevant work experience in relation to the

units being taught and/or can demonstrate

a reasonable expectation of completing

the course.



Continuous assessment.

What next?

• HNC Accounting

• Career progression.


Study method Part time evenings

Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks PT

AdministrationNational Progression AwardSCQF Level 5

For those wishing an introduction to

administration and information technology skills.

A hands-on course that includes units on word

processing, PowerPoint, reception skills, office

technologies such as photocopying, internet and

email, event management and developing skills

for employment.



mature applicants

• Interview.


• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above

including English

• Interview.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit.

What next?

• HNC Administration & Information Technology

• Employment in an administrative environment.



Campus Midmills


AdministrationNCSCQF Level 5

This course introduces students to key administration

areas such as word processing, IT, front of office,

central services, handling business documents,

researching and preparing presentations,

communications and event organisation. There is

also an opportunity to study specialised units in

medical terminology and medical reception and records

and human resource management. Students will

undertake a 2-week local work placement.



mature applicants

• Interview.


• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above

including English

• Interview.



What next?

• HNC/HND Administration & Information Technology

• Employment as an administrative assistant,

receptionist, audio-typist.


Study method Full time and part time

Campus Midmills


Longer PT



Administration& Information TechnologyHNCThis course is designed to meet the demands

and requirements of today’s modern business

environment. Topics include database, word

processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, office

administration and technologies, recording

financial transactions, personal development

planning, and analysing and presenting complex

communications. There is also an opportunity to

study (subject to numbers) specialised units in

medical terminology for administrators, book

keeping and human resource management.

Students will undertake a 2-week local work

placement as part of the course.



mature applicants

• Interview

• NQ Administration & Information Technology

or NQ Administration for existing Inverness

College students or a NQ in another subject

area.


• 1 Higher at C or above and 4 Standard

Grades at 3 or above, 1 preferably English

• Interview.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit

plus a graded assessment.

What next?

• PDA Office Management and Information

Technology

• 2nd year HND Administration and Information

Technology or

• 2nd year BA Hons Business and Management

• Employment of a general administrative

nature.

UCAS code 17PN



Campus Midmills


Longer PT

Administration& Information TechnologyHNDThis course focuses on advanced IT skills in word

processing, spreadsheets, presentation,

database, desktop publishing. It also incorporates

generic business skills such as managing

change, developing teams.


• NQ Administration & Information Technology

for existing students for Year 1

• HNC Administration and Information

Technology or HNC Administration and

Information Technology - Medical for entry to

Year 2 for existing Inverness College students

• Interview.


• 2 Highers at C or above and 4 Standard

Grades at 3 or above, 1 preferably English

• Interview.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit,

plus three graded assessments, one at the end of

first year, then two in second year.

What next?

• 2nd or 3rd year of degree

• Employment as a supervisory level

administrator, personal assistant or secretary.

UCAS code 75NG



Campus Midmills


Longer PT

Medical Terminology forAdministration Staff with Audio

This course is designed for candidates to enhance

knowledge and use of medical terminology in a

variety of healthcare settings. It will enable an

understanding of the medical terminology used to

describe the structure, physiology, pathological

conditions, investigations, abbreviations and

pharmacology related to each body system and

medical speciality. It will also enable you to

develop and demonstrate accuracy and

appropriate pronunciation of an extensive medical

vocabulary as well as developing the skills

required to produce medical text from instructions

in recorded material.

Entry requirements

• Word processing skills and the ability to

demonstrate a reasonable expectation of

completing the course.



What next?

• PDA Medical Administration, PDA Office

Management & Information Technology

• Employment as medical secretary in a GP

practice, hospital or medical environment

(e.g. nursing homes, clinics).


Study method Part time evenings

Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Medical AdministrationPDA

This Professional Development Award is aimed at

those already working in a medical administration

role and aims to further develop knowledge and

experience gained from the workplace. It consists

of 8 credits and is delivered by blended learning,

allowing the student the flexibility of college

attendance and home study to fit around work

and life commitments.



- Medical. Must be working in a medical

administration role.



What next?

• PDA Office Management & Information

Technology

• Administrator in GP, hospital or business.


Study method Part time and blended

learning

Campus Midmills/home study

Duration Extended PT



Office AdministrationPDA

This Professional Development Award is aimed

at those working in an office administration role

and aims to further develop knowledge and


of 4 credits and is delivered by blended learning


attendance and home study to fit round work and

life commitments. Subjects include office

administration, office technologies, analysing and

presenting complex communication and

developing skills for personal effectiveness.

Entry requirements


units being taught.



What next?





learning



Office Information TechnologyPDA

This Professional Development Award is aimed

at those working in an office administration role

and aims to further develop knowledge and


of 4 credits and is delivered by blended learning


attendance and home study to fit round work

and life commitments. Subjects include word

processing and presentation applications,

spreadsheets and databases.

Entry requirements


units being taught.



What next?





learning



Office Management& Information TechnologyPDAThis professional development award is aimed at

those already working in an office management or

administration role and aims to further develop

knowledge and experience gained from the

workplace. It consists of 7 credits and is delivered

by blended learning, allowing the student the

flexibility of college attendance and home study to

fit around work and life commitments. Subjects

include project management, advanced

spreadsheets, advanced databases, office

management, developing the individual within a

team and advanced word processing.



• Work experience

• Not appropriate for school leavers.



What next?





learning



BeautyIn this section:

Beauty Introduction | Beauty Care | Beauty Therapy


Beauty CareNC - SCQF Level 6

You will study subjects including facial techniques, nail

finishes, eye enhancements, manicure and pedicure,

make-up trends, scalp, neck and shoulder massage, the

human body and commercial experience. The course

also includes HN units in Body Massage and Depilation

preparing students for study at HNC level. Students will

also have the opportunity to develop key skills.This

course will take considerable commitment towards study

and practice to ensure achievement.


• Communication skills, a willingness to learn practical

skills and working with the general public are

essential

• Selection by interview and assessment.


• 1 Standard Grade pass at credit and 3 at general

grade including English. Biology is desirable.


Continuous assessments including practical

observations and portfolio building.

What next?

• HNC Beauty Therapy

• Employment in the beauty industry.


Study method Full time or infill

Campus Longman


Beauty IntroductionSCQF Level 5

This programme is highly practical in nature and is

aimed at candidates who have little or no experience

in beauty and who may have recently left school.

The course would also suit those who may have

been away from further education for a while by

developing the confidence and skills necessary

to tackle a full time programme in beauty. The

programme will allow students to develop basic skills

in a variety of subjects including nailcare, make-up,

massage, and Reception skills. Students will also

have the opportunity to develop their essential skills.

Entry requirements

• Selection by interview and assessment

• Core Skills Profile

• Access 3

• Numeracy and English or prepared to achieve

access 3 level before course starts using college

core skills tools

• Applicants also need good manual dexterity

and enjoy meeting and working with people.


Course assessment takes place throughout each

unit and will include written tests, projects,

assignments and other forms of assessment

including observation in the commercial salons.

What next?

NC Beauty Care.



Campus Longman

Duration 18 weeks

Name: Megan McLintockCourse: HNC Beauty Therapy

Overall I enjoy all aspects of the course. The lecturers are always willing to helpand really help you with anything you are unsure about. I love the practical side ofbeauty therapy, being able to make people feel better about themselves. I don’t likethe anatomy and physiology side of the course as it is quite demanding. I wouldrecommend students to stick at biology as this will definitely help if this is yourchosen career path.

How did you know this was the right course for you?During my early teenage years I loved putting on makeup, doing my nails, faketan, etc. - that’s when I realised I wanted to become a Beauty Therapist. I lookedinto different colleges and Inverness College was perfect for me. I got a lot of helpfrom both my school’s guidance team and the college staff.

What are you planning to do once you have finished this course?I plan to work in a salon to get some salon experience then afterwards hopefullyhave my own salon or become a mobile beauty therapist.

What would you say to potential students thinking of coming to the college?I would definitely recommend Inverness College as it has a wide variety of coursesfor whatever career path.

Beauty...cont

Beauty TherapyHNC (HND Year 1)

Develop the skills and competencies required in

the professional practice of beauty therapy. The

course supports the development of advanced

therapy skills, management skills and the ability to

evaluate the effectiveness of therapy treatments.

Students benefit from direct contact with clients

as part of their studies. Units include

management and practice of facial therapies,

management and practice of body anatomy and

physiology of the human body, product

knowledge, lifestyle advice, employment

experience 1, face and body electrotherapy and

graded unit 1.

Entry requirements

• Students must have completed NC Beauty

Care SCQF Level 6.


Continuous assessments including closed and

open book questions, practical observations and

portfolio building.

What next?

• HND Beauty Therapy year 2

• Employment at assistant level or

self-employment; however, progression onto

HND is highly recommended.

UCAS code 113B



Campus Longman

Duration 1 year

Beauty TherapyHND

This course further develops the skills,

competencies and attitudes required in the

professional practice of beauty therapy,

supporting the development of advanced skills

and the ability to evaluate contemporary therapy

treatments. Units include principles and practice

of selling, employment experience 2, contemporary

electrotherapy, electrocosmetic therapy, nail

extensions, aromatherapy, reflexology, business

studies and graded unit 2. As part of the

programme students get the opportunity to

undertake one week’s work experience which is

a requirement of the course.

Entry requirements

• All applicants must have completed the HNC

Beauty Therapy.


Assessment takes place throughout each unit.

You will be assessed practically in the salons.

What next?

The HND Beauty Therapy is the recognised

qualification in the beauty industry. Employment

opportunities exist in salons or the beauty industry

as well as self-employment.

UCAS code 013B



Campus Longman

Duration 1 year


Business,Management& LeadershipIn this section:

Business & Management I Human ResourceLearning and Development Practice | ManagementPublic Service Leadership | UHI Management School

For Accounting and Administration Courses refer to page 46.

Introduction to BusinessManagement & AccountingSCQF Level 5This course introduces business skills and

knowledge to candidates who have limited

experience or qualifications but wish to take up a

career within a range of business organisations or

progress to higher education. Subjects include

accounting, economics, IT, law, marketing,

business decision areas and communication.

Entry requirements

• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above including

English or recognised equivalent qualification


mature applicants

• Interview

• A fee may be charged for this course.



What next?

• HNC Business, HNC Accounting, BA (Hons)

Business & Management

• Employment.

Start date August 2012 or January 2013


Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks FT January –

18 weeks (fast track)

BusinessHNC

This course introduces business skills and

knowledge to candidates who wish to take up a

challenging career within a range of business

organisations, including running their own

business. Subjects include business accounting,

economics, IT, law, marketing, getting started in

business and human resource.

Entry requirements





mature applicants

• Interview.




What next?

• BA (Hons) Business & Management year 2

• Employment.

UCAS code 001N



Campus Midmills


Longer PT

The BA (Hons) Business & Management provides

a high-quality, broad-based business and

management qualification introducing marketing,

human resources, business law, information

technology and the domestic and global

environments in which they operate. At year 3,

you can choose to study for a generic degree in

business and management, or select from the

specialist themed pathways named above. You

will learn through a combination of face-to-face

lectures and tutorials, VC lectures and

independent online study.

Entry requirements

• Year 1: 3 Highers at C and above or

equivalent applications from mature learners

• Year 2: HNC Business or relevant HNC

equivalent

• Year 3: HND Business or relevant HND

equivalent.


Continuous assessments through a variety of

course work and exams.

What next?

• Further study at postgraduate level

• Employment

UCAS code NN21



Campus Midmills

Duration 4 years FT

Longer PT

Business & Management with awards in Finance,Human Resource Management, Marketing and EnterpriseBA (Hons)



Assessments are work focused and you will

undertake a work-based project.

What next?

• Enhances employment prospects

• Associate Membership of the Chartered

Institute for Personnel and Development.


Study method Part time evenings plus 3

one-day workshops

Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

CIPD Certificate in HumanResource Practice

This professional qualification awarded by the

Chartered Institute for Personnel and

Development (CIPD) will highlight the importance

of understanding the business and international

context within which HR operates, and the role of

HR in driving sustained organisational

performance. It will develop competence in a

range of core human resource practice activities,

including employee resourcing, employee

relations, performance management and reward

and delivering learning and development

activities.

Entry requirements

• Accreditation of prior learning and experience

will be considered in order to meet entry

requirements

• Interview


Name: Denise Stewart-ThomsonCourse: BA (Hons) BusinessManagement

Previously studied: Certificate of LineManagement ~ Institute for Management &Leadership (ILM)

Why did you choose to come to InvernessCollege UHI?As a mature student I have work and family commitments in Inverness so relocating in orderto study was not an option. Inverness UHIprovided the opportunity to study towards aqualification which will enable my professionaladvancement.

Tell us about your course.For me the highlights are learning and seeing myprogression by being able to accomplishcoursework, which at times seems daunting,and improving my grades as I work towardsmy degree.

How did you know this was the right coursefor you?I also attended an Open Evening and optionswere discussed with me and I was provided withguidance on how to prepare to return to learning.I was worried that since I did not have Highersthat I would have to do that first, phoned thecollege and arranged to meet with the BusinessProgramme Leader. She was really positive andencouraged me, recognition was given to my lifeexperience and I was offered a place thereand then.

CIPD Certificate in Learning andDevelopment Practice

This professional qualification awarded by the

Chartered Institute for Personnel and

Development (CIPD) will highlight the importance

of understanding the business and international

context within which HR operates, and the role of

HR in driving sustained organisational

performance. It will develop competence in a

range of core learning and developing practice

activities, including undertaking training needs

analysis, delivering and evaluating learning and

development activities and developing coaching

and mentoring skills for the workplace.

Entry requirements

• Accreditation of prior learning and experience

will be considered in order to meet entry

requirements

• Interview





What next?

• Enhances employment prospects

• Associate Membership of the Chartered

Institute for Personnel and Development.


Study method Part time evenings plus 3

one-day workshops

Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Business, Management & Leadership...cont

CMI Certificate in Management

This qualification provides an introduction to the

CMI Certificate in Management. This certificate is

intended for people who are considering a move

into a first line management role or those who are

new to the role. Content includes developing

yourself, the importance of customer focus,

gathering and communicating information, setting

objectives, planning and monitoring, working

effectively with others and the basic concepts of

quality, continuous improvement and change.

Entry requirements

• There are no specific entry requirements.

However, candidates are likely to be working

in, or have just started, a first line

management role



Work-based assignment.

What next?

Progression to CMI Diploma Certificate

in Management.

Start date By arrangement

Study method Online with tutorial support

Campus Longman

Duration 15 weeks

CMI Diploma in Management

Accredited by the Chartered Management

Institute (CMI), this course offers you the

opportunity to study the 4 key areas of

management and apply this knowledge and

understanding to the workplace. Suitable for

middle managers who want to develop their

management and business skills and to those

aspiring to this level in the future.

Entry requirements

• A supervisory management qualification or

other level 3 management qualification is

required. However, relevant experience will

be considered on an individual basis





What next?

• Career in middle or senior management

public sector/voluntary sector positions

• Further study, e.g. UHI Postgraduate

Certificate in Leadership and Management,

CMI Executive Diploma in Management.


Study method Part time (1 session per

month with home study)

Campus Longman

Duration 12 months

CMI Diploma in Public ServiceLeadership

The Diploma in Public Service Leadership is a

new qualification designed by the public sector,

for the public sector. It is accredited and awarded

by the Chartered Management Institute and is

aimed at developing professional managers within

the public sector and encouraging them to work

more collaboratively within and across

organisations.

Entry requirements

• A supervisory management qualification or

other level 3 management qualification is

required. However, relevant experience will

also be considered on an individual basis




undertake a collaborative work-based project.

What next?

• Career in middle or senior management

public sector/voluntary sector positions

• Further study, e.g. UHI Postgraduate

Certificate in Leadership and Management,

CMI Executive Diploma in Management.


Study method Part time (1 session per

month with home study)

Campus Longman

Duration 12 months


Management SchoolInverness College UHI in conjunction with theUHI Management School provides studentswith an innovative and exemplary Leadershipand Management Scheme.

It is crucial to invest in the development of leaders, managers and entrepreneurs,

to develop skills that will help them identify and seize opportunities to transform

and sustain business performance.

With this in mind Inverness College UHI and the UHI Management School have

designed a range of high calibre postgraduate courses to support professionals

and the business community.

Flexible and online courses delivered via our Virtual

Learning Environment (VLE) are available in:

• MSc Leadership and Management

• PG Cert in Health Leadership and Management

• PG Cert in Leading and Managing Remotely

• MSc in Enterprise and eMarketing

• MSc Leadership and eMarketing

• MSc eMarketing

• PG Cert in Enterprise

• PG Cert in Business Leadership

Entry requirements for all programmes

• An Honours degree (or equivalent) normally at 2.1 or 2.2

• A third or ordinary degree will be considered with appropriate

professional experience

• There is no barrier to entry based on the subject studied at degree

level by candidates

• Candidates with no formal qualifications, who can demonstrate a capability

and engagement in an appropriate CPD, will be considered

• Recognition of prior learning (RPL) procedures, and may need to complete

an appropriate bridging module.

Fees

Per 20 credit module - £710.00

Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert (3 x 20 credit modules) - £2,130.00

Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.

Please note that there are instalment opportunities too.

If you have the direct support of your employer then you can contact us directly for

details of how to pay. Call 01463 273000 and ask for the Admissions, Funding

and Progression Team.

ComputingIn this section:

Short IT Courses | Digital Media Computing | Computing


Computing...cont

Digital Media Computing NC - SCQF Level 4

This is an introductory course for those wishing to

develop such skills as digital imaging, web design

and desktop publishing. It is an 18-week full-time

course available from January to June. It is ideal

for the novice, those with an interest in getting into

the IT-related job market or those who are already

working in the area but would like formal training

or to update their skills. Subjects studied include

computer hardware and systems, digital media,

digital gaming design, office applications and

digital communication methods.


• There are no formal entry requirements

• A fee may be charged for this course.


• College interview.



What next?

• NC Digital Media Computing level 5

• Enhances career prospects where knowledge

of IT is required.



Campus Longman

Duration 18 weeks

Short IT Courses

We have a range of short IT courses available

throughout the year. Please ask our Guidance

Team for more information.

Computer Hardware Installation and

Maintenance

This course is designed to enable students to

work effectively in a computer hardware technical

support role. Practical experience is then gained

of installation, maintenance and main failure

modes of all major personal computer

sub-systems. It is primarily intended for

candidates who expect to work in an IT support

role, or who have an interest in building

computers,troubleshooting computing installation

problems and hardware faults.

Computer Software

This course is designed to enable students to

work effectively and plan a programming project.

The planning content allows students to develop

skills in planning, to develop a project and see it

through to completion. The programming section

is an introduction to software development using

the Python programming language.

Website Design and Management

This course is designed to gain the skills to

develop websites using XHTML. You will gain an

understanding of web page design issues

including the use of graphics and Cascading

Style Sheets (CSS). In addition, you will become

familiar with validating XHTML code, client-side

and server-side scripting and the requirements for

publishing a website on the internet. The course is

also designed to introduce the skills required to

successfully install and maintain a web server.

This unit is ideal for those who are seeking a

support role and those who plan to work in a web

development role. You will gain an understanding

of the complexities of a web server and will

develop hands-on skills in installing, configuring

and maintaining a web server.

No formal entry qualifications are requiredfor the following short courses:

Computing for BeginnersSocial SoftwareWordExcelPowerPointAccess

Introduction to PhotoshopIntermediate PhotoshopIntroduction to Web Page Design

Entry qualifications or previous experienceare required for the following courses:

European Computer Driving Licence• Previous experience of using a

computer.

European Computer Driving Licence(Advanced)• ECDL or relevant experience.

E Type• An interest in learning to touch type

with speed and accuracy.

Digital Media Computing NC - SCQF Level 5 and 6

Level 5: The course covers many aspects of

computing and associated technology as well as

core skills. Subjects include web design, digital

audio editing, digital game design, computer

application software, multimedia, software

development, the internet, information systems,

digital media, digital media elements for

applications, numeracy and communications.

Level 6: This course develops higher levels of

knowledge in many aspects.


• Successful interview with Course Team.


Level 5

• 4 Standard Grade passes at general level

or above including English

• Level 4 Digital Media Computing.

Level 6

• Level 5 Digital Media Computing

4 Intermediate 2s including English.



What next?

• Level 6 or

• HNC Computing

• Careers in computing support, website

design, IT systems design/support.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

ComputingBSc (year 3)

The primary aim of the BSc Computing is to

prepare you for professional employment in the

computing industry, or for further study and

research. The course will equip you with relevant

knowledge and skills, and help you develop the

personal and intellectual qualities for a successful

career in the fast-moving computing industry.

Core modules include advanced databases;

intelligent internet applications; web application

development; research management skills; and

a project. Options include network server

management; commercial network

applications; network systems; e-commerce;

game strategy and design; multimedia

development systems; and a work-based

initiative module.

Entry requirements

• An HND in a relevant subject.

ComputingHNC/HND

These courses are designed for students who

would like to gain a general computing

qualification that will allow them to follow a career

in the private or public sector at entry or

supervisory level, or undertake study at a

higher level.

HNC/Year 1 HND

The course offers a choice of subjects in the

areas of software & computing systems

maintenance including SQL, planning, software

development and hardware concepts.

Year 2 HND

Software Development

The aim of this course is to enable students to

further develop the skills and competences

necessary for entry into the computing industry.

Topics covered include operating systems,

systems development, software engineering and

applications. The course has a strong focus on

object-oriented design and programming skills.

HNC Computing or similar qualification is required

to progress directly into the second year of

this course.



mature applicants although they must

complete a successful interview with Course

Team

• Access to Digital Media Computing level 6 or

Higher Computing or relevant SQA

modules/units.


• 1 Higher at C or above preferably in English

required for HNC level

• 2 Highers required for HND level.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit,

and a graded unit exam.

What next?

• The HND qualification could lead to

employment as trainee programmer, systems

analyst or database administrator

• Further study at Inverness College UHI

• BSc Computing.

UCAS code HNC 304G, HND 006G


Study method Full or part time (evening

delivery depending

on numbers)

Campus Longman


Longer PT


Coursework or a final exam at the end of

each unit.

What next?

Employment as a:

• web designer or website developer

• field service engineer

• network solutions engineer

• database implementation consultant

• project manager.

UCAS code G400



Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Longer PT


Construction and the Built EnvironmentIn this section:

Architectural Technology | Bricklaying | Carpentry and JoineryCivil Engineering | Construction | Construction ManagementElectrical Installation | Painting and Decorating | Quantity SurveyingRoof Slating and Tiling

For Modern Apprenticeships please refer to pages 134 to 139 or call theTraining Team on 01463 273000

Architectural TechnologyHNCSCQF Level 7Suitable for those wishing to join an architectural

practice and engage in the production of plans for

all forms of construction detailing or developments.

Subjects include building materials, CAD for

construction, architectural procedures, architectural

drawing & design and construction technology.


• 1 Higher or equivalent at C or above in Maths,

Physics, Graphic Communication or Technical

Studies

• NC or equivalent in a construction-related subject

• Appropriate construction related experience

will be taken into consideration.



Physics or Technical Studies.


Course work plus exams at the end of each

6-week phase.

What next?

HND Architectural Technology.

UCAS code 732K


Study method Full time or day release

(by VC)

Campus Longman

Duration FT: 36 weeks (Aug 2012 -

Jun 2013) Day release:

1 day per week for 36

weeks per year for 2 years

Architectural TechnologyHNDSCQF Level 8This course is designed for those wishing to

specialise within the field of architectural

technology and gain employment or promotion

in an architectural practice.


• HNC Architectural Technology

• Other built environment HNC will also be

considered.


• School leavers must complete an HNC built

environment related programme plus 3

additional HN credits.


• Course work plus exams.

What next?

BSc Architectural Technology.

UCAS code 632K



Campus Longman


Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Day release:

1 day per week for

36 weeks per year for

2 or 3 years

Architectural Technology BSc

This programme provides the opportunity for the

student to explore the concept of architectural

technology and develop the skills commensurate

with the requirements of a graduate architectural

technologist.


• HND Architectural Technology. Holder of

other qualifications deemed relevant by the

course team.


• HND Architectural Technology.


A mixture of course works and exams.

What next?

Possible entry into later years of degree

programmes at other institutions.

UCAS code K130



Campus Longman

Duration 30 weeks, Sept -

May for 3 years

64/65

Name: Lynda SutherlandCourse: BA (Hons) ArchitecturalTechnology

Why did you choose to come to InvernessCollege UHI?I was medically discharged from the Army in Augthis year and after failing to find a job I decided toretrain to make me more employable. UHI isclose to where I live so was the only optionavailable to me as I was unprepared at 35 yearsold to relocate to go back to full time education.

Tell us about your course?The course is fantastic, I am learning lots of newand interesting things. The highlights are gettingout on field trips where we are putting our classroomlearning into context. The difficult bits for me arethe Auto CAD and the Drawing aspects of thecourse. I am now beginning to pick it up and feelmore confident. I just have to accept that it’sgoing to take more time and practice and a positiveattitude. The college staff spent a lot of time tellingme what was available and because I am amature student and have studied through theOpen University, I met the criteria for a lot of thecourses on offer.

What are you planning to do once you havefinished this course?I plan to carry on with the subject at least todegree level and by the time I have obtained mydegree there is likely to be the option ofcompleting a further year to gain my honours.I would like to put my new qualifications toenable me to start my own business in theproperty field.


Carpentry & Joinery National Progression AwardSCQF Level 5Content includes occupational practices, safety

practices, efficient working practices, bench

joinery, manufacture of components,

constructional carpentry skills, site joinery skills,

repair and maintenance, IT, numeracy,

communications and scaffolding. Students work

towards the National Progression Award in

Construction Crafts (Intermediate 2).

All students will be interviewed and tested by

Construction Skills.


• Successfully complete interview and college

test. Will be confirmed with the applicant.


• Successfully complete interview and

college test

• 3 Standard Grades at general level 4 or

above

• A pass in the Construction Skills entrance test

would be an advantage.



What next?

• PDA Carpentry & Joinery - SCQF level 7

• Employment within the construction industry.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

BricklayingNational Progression AwardSCQF Level 5Content includes occupational practices, safety

practices, efficient working practices, half brick

walling, cavity walling, block walling, decorative

brickwork, arch construction, IT, numeracy,



Construction Crafts (Intermediate 2). All

students will be interviewed and tested by







college test

• 3 Standard Grades at general level 4

or above





What next?

• Modern Apprenticeship in one of the

construction crafts programmes




Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Construction and the Built Environment...cont

Civil EngineeringHNCSCQF Level 7For those entering a career in civil engineering or

already in civil engineering employment who wish

to further their qualifications. Subjects include civil

engineering, materials, site surveying, project

management and maths.


• NC Civil Engineering or 1 Higher, or

equivalent, at C or above in Maths

• Appropriate construction-related experience

will be taken into consideration


• Higher Maths at C or above.


Course work plus exams at the end of each

6-week phase.

What next?

• HND in Civil Engineering (subject to approval)

• Possible entry into later years of degree

programmes at other institutions - agreement

exists with other institutions

• Civil engineering employment at

technician level.

UCAS code 102H


Study method Full time or block release

Campus Longman


Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Block release: 2 years

3 x 10-week blocks per year


Construction NPASCQF Level 5Content includes joinery, brickwork, painting and

decorating, roof slating and tiling, plumbing, IT,

numeracy, communications and scaffolding.

Students work towards the Skills for Work in

Construction Crafts (Intermediate 1 and 2).

Students work towards National Progression

Award in Construction (Intermediate 2).

Entry requirements

• Interview

• There are no formal entry requirements.



What next?






Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Name: Gordon FoxCourse: Construction Management HNC

Previously studied: Joinery and Carpentry Yr1 yr 2 and yr 3Advanced Craft 1985-1988, Construction Management HNC yr1

Why did you choose to come to Inverness College UHI? Inverness College is the closest college to cover this course although in the first year I was able to attend West Highland College in Fort William using theVC conference suite but as the second year is more demanding and theclasses are smaller this was not an option for year 2 and I actually preferface to face classes in Inverness.

Tell us about your course The Construction management course is very interesting yet very time consuming as I have a full time job and a lot of the work and revision has tobe done at home preparing for the following week but that can only beexpected as I attend a day release course, I have found the course extremelyinteresting and discovered a lot more aspects of the building trade as a resultof doing the course and it is very difficult to find any negatives. The tutors Ihave had have been extremely helpful and take time to explain any problemsincurred and help to resolve them.

How did you know this was the right course for you?This course was recommended to me by my manager as he had previouslytaken the same course and he said he found it most beneficial to his workand therefore recommended that I also take it.

What are you planning to do once you have finished this course?At the moment I am a Maintenance Officer for the Highland Council and with this course I can then apply to become a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works and take on management of much bigger building projects with the correct knowledge and procedures required to oversee the works.

What would you say to potential students thinking of coming to the college? I would recommend a course at Inverness College to anyone at any age, the staff are very helpful and can’t do enough for you if you have any problems, the facilities are excellent and up to date, so my advice to anyone thinking of taking a course at the college, don’t hesitate and get yourself along and have a look at what opportunities are available for you.


Construction Operations National Progression AwardSCQF Level 5Content includes safety practices, efficient

working practices, laying kerbs and channels,

laying and finishing concrete, operating power

tools and equipment, IT, numeracy,



Construction Crafts (Intermediate 2). All students

will be interviewed and tested by







college test





What next?






Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks


Course work plus exams..

What next?

• HND Architectural Technology

• Candidates from HNC Construction

Management programme will be required to

gain additional units in HND year to achieve

group award

• Employment as trainee construction manager,

construction planner or site-based

management assistants.

UCAS code 252K


Study method Full time or day release (day

release available by video

conference)

Campus Longman


Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Day release:

1 day per week for 36

weeks per year for 2 years

Construction ManagementHNC

The full-time course provides an excellent platform

for candidates to enter the construction industry

as a trainee construction site manager. The day

release structure provides suitable educational

training for those already working in the industry.

Units include construction technology, site

administration, standard forms of contract,

construction materials and land surveying.



Physics, Graphic Communication or Technical

Studies

• NC Building or NC/PDA Civil Engineering or

other relevant qualification for existing

students

• Appropriate construction-related experience

will be taken into consideration.


• 1 Higher at C or above in Maths, Physics or

Technological Studies.


Electrical Installation and EngineeringNCSCQF Level 5This course is an introductory level course designed

to give candidates an introduction to electrical

engineering and electrical installation techniques. It

covers electrical technology, electrical wiring hand

skills, electrical science, health and safety.


• Interview

• Entry at the discretion of the college.


• 3 Standard Grades to include English and

Maths at 3 or above, or equivalent qualification

• Electrical installation Intermediate 2.



What next?

• Apprenticeship in Electrical Industry

• NC Electrical Engineering at SCQF Level 6 or

Electrical Installation with Renewables at Level 6.

UCAS code TBC

Start date Aug 2012


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Electrical Installation withRenewable EnergyPre ApprenticeshipSCQF Level 5This introductory course is designed to givestudents a knowledge of electrical installationtechniques and renewable energy practices. Itcovers: electrical installation, electrical principles,electric installation systems and protection.Inspection and testing covers: domestic windturbine systems, energy and the individual,domestic solar hot water systems and anintroduction to employability and careers.With the inclusion of core skills within theprogramme, this course covers the basic skillsneeded to progress onto an apprenticeship orstudy further at the college.


• Interview


Entry requirements (school leavers)• 3 Standard Grades to include English and

Maths at 3 or above, or equivalent qualification.• Entry at the discretion of the college.



What next?• Apprenticeship in electrical Installation• NC Electrical Engineering SCQF Level 5.

UCAS code TBCStart date Aug 2012Study method Full timeCampus LongmanDuration 36 weeks FT

Name: Jenny ThomasCourse: Pre-apprentice Electrical Installation

Why did you choose to come to Inverness College UHI? I wanted to get involved in the construction industry and came to an open night at the college;there was a place for me on the Access to Construction Course. It toughened me up for the maledominated industry!! I’ve always been interested in the electrical side of things and wanted a skill– one that I can use in my work and also at home, something that stimulates my brain.

Tell us about your course.We do practical work once a week and learn the theory too. You’ve got all these ideas andtheories in your mind but when they work in reality it’s great! I was delighted with the first wiringcircuit I completed and switched it on and it lit up! And continue to be delighted! I’ve foundsomething I love doing.

How did you know this was the right course for you?College staff at the open night were very helpful and encouraging and the guidance team weregreat in helping me prepare a CV. My tutors from last year also gave me good help and advice inplanning for this and applying to companies for my apprenticeship.

What are you planning to do once you have finished this course?I recently won ‘Best Student Idea’ at the UHI Business Idea Competition. I plan to set up‘Sparkles’ – an all-girl electrical company offering an exclusive standard of customer care.I’m one of the only girls in my class and once I get my apprenticeship I want to really developthe idea.

What would you say to potential students thinking of coming to the college?Have a dream and believe in your dream, even if the odds seem stacked against you!Step at a time you can get there. Go for it!


Painting & Decorating National Progression Award - SCQF Level 5Content includes occupational practices, safety

practices, efficient working practices, decorative

painting, decorative treatments, paperhanging,

colour practice, IT, numeracy, communications

and scaffolding. Students work towards the

National Progression Award in Construction Crafts

(Intermediate 2). All students will be interviewed

and tested by Construction Skills.






college test


above





What next?






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Duration 36 weeks

Quantity SurveyingHNC

An opportunity to develop their training in quantitysurveying. Units include standard forms of contracts, estimating, construction technologyand quantity surveying measurements.

Entry requirements (mature students)• 1 Higher or equivalent at C or above in Maths,

Physics, Graphic Communication or TechnicalStudies

• Appropriate construction-related experience will be taken into consideration.

Entry requirements (school leavers)• 1 Higher at C or above in Maths, Physics or

Technological Studies.

How is the course assessed?Course work plus exams at the end of each.

What next?• HND Quantity Surveying• Candidates from HNC Quantity Surveying

programme will be required to gain additional units in HND year to achieve group award

• Employment as trainee quantity surveyor.

UCAS code 182KStart date August 2012Study method Full time or day release (day

release available by video conference)

Campus LongmanDuration 36 weeks FT

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013Day release for 2 years1 day per week for 36 weeks each academic year

Quantity SurveyingHND

This programme is designed for those wishing to

specialise and progress within the field of

Quantity Surveying. Building on HNC studies,

topics covered include technology, estimating,

cost planning and financial studies. Along with the

HNC this programme will help you build your

certificate portfolio for the Tech. RICS.


• HNC Quantity Surveying.


• HNC Quantity Surveying plus 3 additional

HN credits.


A mixture of course work and exams.

What next?



UCAS code U082K

Start date Sept 2012


Campus Longman

Duration 34 weeks Sep to Jun

Electrical Installation withRenewablesSCQF Level 6This full time programme is an advanced level

course designed to give candidates knowledge of

electrical engineering installation techniques.

Course includes: electrical technology, electrical

hand wiring skills, inspection and testing, and

electrical science.


• Interview



• Electrical Installation Intermediate 2 or

• NC Electrical Installation/Engineering

SCQF Level 5

• Normally Mathematics, Physics Standard

Grade Credit or Intermediate 2,

Communication intermediate 2 and 1 other

relevant Standard Grade at Credit.



What next?

• Apprenticeship in electrical industry

• HNC in Engineering Systems

• SVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation.

UCAS code TBC

Start date Aug 2012


Campus Longman



• HND Quantity Surveying.


A mixture of course work and exam.

What next?



UCAS code K240



Campus Longman

Duration 30 weeks Sep to May

Roof Slating & TilingNational Progression Award SCQF Level 5Content includes occupational practices, safety

practices, efficient working practices, slating, plain

roof tiling, single lap roofing skills, IT, numeracy,



Construction Crafts (Intermediate 2). All students

will be interviewed and tested by Construction

Skills.






college test


above





What next?






Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Quantity SurveyingBSc

This programme provides the opportunity for the

students to explore the multi-faceted areas of

quantity surveying and develop technical skills

commensurate with the requirements of a

graduate quantity surveyor. Time will be spent

developing analytical and practical skills relating

to the legal frameworks of the profession.

Throughout the programme you will develop an

understanding of the important role of the

Quantity Surveyor at their knowledge and skills

set pertinent to the level of study.


• HND Quantity Surveying

• Holders of other qualifications deemed

relevant by the course team.

Name: Areeb Nasir SiddiqiCourse: HNC Quantity Surveying

Why did you choose to come to InvernessCollege UHI?I wanted to get out into the world, experience livingon my own, and get all the experience possible. Ichose UHI partly because I had limited choices butalso because it is a growing city and I imagined thatI would experience a lot of growth. Finally I choseInverness because this college is known for itsconstruction degrees.

Tell us about your courseThis course studies the basics of construction,moreover it studies the way in which every processis carried out in the process of building. People onlysee the finished building, and do not really have theinformation about the stages it takes to complete. Ilike architecture; however, I am not the best at drawingand sketching so this course was the best idea. Astime passed I have only liked it more and more.

How did you know this was the right course for you?I applied for Civil Engineering, however I was advisedby a very helpful member of staff that QuantitySurveying was the right option, and I agreed.

What are you planning to do once you havefinished this course?I am planning on staying in Scotland for a coupleyears to get more work experience, thereafter I willmost likely go back to Denmark to my family, andwhere I left my whole life behind. Denmark will beideal for me to work permanently in, but it alldepends on a lot of factors.


Creative IndustriesIn this section:

Creative Industries | Art and Design Introduction | Art and ArchitectureArt and Design | Interior Design and Architecture | Contemporary Art PracticeVisual Communications | Acting and Theatre Performance | Acting and PerformanceLiterature

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Creative IndustriesNCSCQF Level 5 *subject to validation

An 18-unit course offering a stimulating and flexible

introduction to the creative industries. You'll have the

opportunity to study art, media, English, at least one

modern language, drama and communication,

enabling you to progress to higher level study in any

of the above.


• Interview.


• Intermediate 1 at A or B plus 2 other creative

industry subjects.


Continuous assessment and optional exam.

What next?

Academic progression routes to Inverness College's

Introduction to Art & Design, NC Acting & Theatre

Performance, Creative Industries Highers.



Campus Midmills and Longman

Duration FT 1 academic year

Longer PT


Art and ArchitectureNC *subject to validation

The field of architecture and its placement in the public

domain has increased notably in value and importance

in the past 5-10 years with people having a greater

awareness of their aesthetic environment/setting and

its functionality. The provision of a quality designed

programme with an emphasis on architecture provides

students with an important educational base and

stepping stone for progression on to degrees.


• No formal entry requirements

• Interview and provide a portfolio of your work.


• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above to include

Maths and Art

• You may also be called for interview and be

asked to provide a portfolio of your work.



What next?

Academic progression includes HNC Architectural

Technology, HND Architectural Technology and BSc

Architectural Technology, or other

architectural degrees at other Higher Education

institutions, or HND Contemporary Art Practice.


Study method Full or part time


Duration 36 weeks

Creative Industries...cont

Interior Design & ArchitectureNC *subject to validation

The course will provide a greater understanding of

the use of Interior Design in architecture and

demonstrate how both disciplines interact on

vocational and academic levels. It will study the

ways that Interior Design created in an

architectural environment is an intrinsic part of

design and fuses both disciplines to produce

more inspired spaces and a more coherent

approach to art, design, culture and our built

environment.



• Interview and provide a portfolio of your work.



Art & Design, and Maths

• You may also be called for interview and be

asked to provide a portfolio of your work.



What next?

HNC/D and Degrees in design related subjects,

HND Contemporary Art Practice, degrees in

interior design/architecture at various Higher

Education institutions.




Duration 36 weeks

Art and DesignNCSCQF Level 6A new National Certificate award that develops a

foundation for progression to further study or entry

into art and design-based employment. A robust

award of practical and related theoretical content,

it helps students build a portfolio and ensures

candidates develop practical and theoretical skills

in addition to transferable generic employability and

essential skills. There is also the option to gain

Higher Art.


• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above or 4

Intermediate 2, core skill communication at

SCQF 5. Standard Grades should include

Art & Design and English.


• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above: core skill

communication at SCQF 4. Standard Grades

should normally include Art & Design and English.


Continuous assessment and (if taking Higher Art)

external exam at the end of the year.

What next?

Academic progression to HNC Contemporary Art

Practice (dependent on selection interview).

Previous attendance and application on the NC

Art and Design are taken into account.



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Art and Design IntroductionSCQF Level 5

An introductory course to Art and Design which

allows progression to NC Art and Design.

Subjects include: sculpture, digital imaging,

graphic design, painting and drawing.



• You may be called for interview.


• 4 Standard Grades at 4 or above, to include

Art and Design, and English or 4 Intermediate

1 to include Core skills Communication at

SCQF 4.



What next?

Progression to NC Art and Design.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Entry requirements

• HNC Contemporary Art Practice, or subject

to interview.


Continuous assessment and graded unit

(externally verified by SQA).

What next?

Academic progressing to degree-level study at

other higher education institutions.

UCAS code U309W


Study method Blended learning

Campus Midmills

Duration 2 years FT

4 years PT

Visual CommunicationsHNC *subject to validation SCQF Level 7The HNC in Visual Communication is an exciting

and dynamic course that allows students the

opportunity to explore a wide range of design

based subjects including; graphic design,

illustration, digital media, typography and

photography.

The course builds and develops practical and

theoretical skills through a series of challenging

briefs and projects. The work produced is both

relevant to the demands of the creative industries

and also allows students the freedom to interpret

briefs in a creative and highly personal manner.

Upon successful completion of the course all

students will have produced a portfolio of work

and have gained the necessary skills for

progression onto HND/Degree level courses at

a wide variety of institutions across the UK.


• Portfolio of work and interview, accreditation

of prior learning and previous relevant

experience will be taken into consideration.


• 3 Highers at C or above, to include Art &

Design and a portfolio of work.



What next?

HND and Degree level study at Inverness College

UHI and at various institutions across the UK.

Possible subjects include; visual communication,

graphic design, illustration, photography, web

design, film and animation.


Study method Full or part-time, infill

Campus Midmills

Duration One year full-time

Contemporary Art PracticeHND

An advanced course which develops theoretical,

conceptual and practical creative competencies

within the area of contemporary art practice. The

HND framework offers students the opportunity

to develop freelance, self-employed and

professional working skills in the areas of

community, public, environmental and site

specific based artwork. In addition, the course

equips students with exhibition and presentation

skills and introduces them to the potential of new

technologies such as digital media.

The HND is a professionally recognised qualification

which allows students to enter the job market with

the potential to gain employment in galleries, as

freelance graphic designers and illustrators,

working with design companies and agencies.

In addition, the qualification allows students to

progress onto higher level courses, including

those already available within the UHI.



Acting and Theatre PerformanceNC

This SQA group award enables candidates to

develop a range of skills in acting, voice,

movement, lighting, stage management and

theatre productions, exploring texts and working

in teams. Candidates also develop an

understanding of theatre practice, auditions

aspects of core skills and an ability to respond to

direction. There will also be an option to gain

Higher Drama.



English at 1 or 2 or equivalent

• Entry subject to interview.


• 3 standard grades at 3 or above to include

English at 1 or 2 or equivalent

• Entry subject to interview.


Continuous assessment plus external exam at the

end of the academic year if taking Higher Drama

in conjunction with the NC.

What next?

Academic progression routes include HNC at

Inverness College and HND/degree level study at

other higher education institutes.



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Acting and PerformanceHND

A nationally recognised qualification allowing

students with experience and/or genuine interest

in acting and performance to develop their

advanced skills in voice, movement, acting and

stage craft. By taking part in performance’s in the

College Studio and Theatre as well as in the

community, students will work co-operatively in

teams experiencing opportunities for leadership,

and take part in innovative and creative

approaches to work in rehearsal and

performance. This course prepares students to

work in industry as a freelance operator.


• Audition and interview (audition information

forwarded after application has been

considered by the department)

• Alternatively, successful completion of NC

Acting and Theatre Performance.


• 2 Highers at C or above including English and

4 Standard Grades at 3 or above

• Audition (information forwarded after

application has been considered by the

department).


Continuous assessment and graded unit

(externally verified by SQA).

What next?

• Academic progression routes include

HND/degree level study at other higher

education institutions

• Can lead eventually to careers in TV, film,

radio or theatre.

UCAS code U094W



Campus Midmills

Duration 2 years FT

4 years PT

Name: Cameron McAllisterCourse: INT 2 Drama

Why did you choose to come to InvernessCollege UHI?I chose to come to Inverness College because Iknew what I want to do and I heard that it has avery good drama course.

Tell us about your course?I love the drama course. I think that it greatand my highlight of the course is probablyco-writing/directing and performing in a play abouthomeless kids. I like how it is a very creativecourse and people always listen to what you haveto say. I have nothing bad to say about the course - I think that it is fantastic.

How did you know this was the right coursefor you?I knew from the start what I wanted to do and thecollege staff helped me in every way possiblewhen starting at the college and choosing thesubjects that would suit best what I want to do.

What are you planning to do once you havefinished this course?I am planning on doing another year at the collegeand then after that going to university.

LiteratureBA (Hons)

This is an innovative, outward-looking degree

course, focusing on Scottish literature in a world

context and fostering an international,

comparative approach to Scottish texts.

Modules cover a wide range of material, from

medieval poetry and classical tragedy to

contemporary fiction and drama. The degree

incorporates a variety of different critical

approaches with modules approaching texts from

genre-based perspectives and themed

perspectives, and linking texts from across a

broad historical and cultural spectrum. Other

modules focus in detail on a particular historical

period or small group of authors. The application

and critical understanding of literary theory is

encouraged throughout the degree.


• Mature students are encouraged to apply and

depending on qualifications, may be

called to an interview.


• 3 Highers at C or above, one of which must

be English, or 2 A Levels at C or above,

one of which must be English.


A variety of methods including continuing

assessment, course work, project work,

formal exams.

What next?

Academic progression routes include

postgraduate study at Masters or PhD level.

BA (Hons) Literature produces skilled and

motivated graduates who can progress to

careers in teaching, the media, publishing, the

creative arts, education in general, marketing,

PR and many other areas. The highly

developed critical, analytical and

communication skills make graduates strong

candidates for a wide variety of careers.

UCAS code UQ500

Start date September 2012 and

January 2013

Study method Full time or part time,

unstructured


Duration 3 years BA FT

4 years BA (Hons) FT

6 years BA PT

8 years BA (Hons) PT


Education and ChildcareIn this section:

Assessor and Verifier Award | Children’s Care, Learning and Development | Childhood Practice Child and Youth Studies | Early Education and Childcare | Education Support Assistant Teaching in Further Education

Assessor and Verifier Awards

These awards, previously known as the A1 and V1

units, form an integral part of the learning and

development qualification structure but can also

be undertaken as standalone units.

The assessor award, for those who assess

candidates using a range of methods, is appropriate

for individuals wishing to pursue a full-time career as

an assessor of vocational awards and those needing

to assess work colleagues for vocational

qualifications as part of their staff development

responsibilities.

The verifier award, for those who conduct internal

quality assurance of the assessment process,

includes monitoring assessor performance, working

to an internal verification strategy and evaluating

systems. It has a quality management focus.

Entry requirements

These are work-based awards, meaning all evidence

of assessor-candidate and verifier-candidate’s

performance must be taken from their natural place

of work. Similarly, for the verifier award, the work of

the assessors and candidates they verify must also

be work based; and for the assessor award, the

candidates assessed by the assessor-candidate

must also be in their place of work.

To complete the assessor award you must assess two

candidates undertaking an SVQ.

The assessor award is available to experienced staff

who already hold a relevant occupational qualification.

For the verifier award, candidates must hold their

D32/D233 or A1 unit and prove that they have been

practicing as a qualified assessor for at least one year.


This course is assessed through building a

portfolio of evidence and involves observations by

tutors from Inverness College.


Study method Distance learning

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Assessments through essays, projects and

reports with a work-based element.

What next?

• Future provision of postgraduate study

• Employment opportunity as a manager of

an early education and childcare setting.

UCAS code UX310



Campus Online course

Duration 2-4 years

Children’s Care Learning &DevelopmentSVQ3SCQF 6/7 This flexible work-based course aims to develop

knowledge, understanding and skills in early years

and childcare settings. Candidates must be

working in a childcare setting.


• Candidates must be working with children

between 0 and 16 on a regular basis.




Direct observation of practice in your own

workplace, and written evidence of knowledge

and understanding.

What next?

• BA (Hons) Child & Youth Studies

• BA Childhood Practice.


Study method Online and face to face

Campus Longman

Duration 18 months

Education and Childcare...cont

Childhood PracticeBA

The BA in Childhood Practice is a new online

degree aimed at meeting the developing

professional needs of the early years and

childcare workforce. It is a collaborative

venture working in partnership with further

education colleges, local authorities and the

independent sector.

Entry requirements

• UHI applicants will be able to access levels 8

and 9 of the BA Childhood Practice with an

appropriate level 7 qualification.

• Students without a level 7 will be advised on

options open to them and will be enrolled

onto an individualised Pathway to BA

Childhood Practice course

• Applicants who already hold qualifications

equivalent to level 7 and 8 (i.e. HNC and HND

equivalent level) may be able to claim direct

entry into level 9 of the BA degree qualification.

The BA Childhood Practice Level 8 consists of 4

core and 4 optional modules and Level 9 consists

of 6 core modules.

Child & Youth StudiesBA (Hons)

This online open learning degree has a broad

base, which incorporates the areas of childcare,

health education and social care. If you already

work with children, the course will give you a

rigorous academic qualification to strengthen your

practical experience. The course takes a holistic

approach to the subject, merging a wide range of

disciplines to examine influences on the young

from early years to adolescence. The final year

builds on previous levels and provides a platform

for application to postgraduate vocational training.



mature applicants

• HNC Early Education & Childcare, HNC

Social Care, SVQ 3 Early Years Care &

Education or PDA Advanced Certificate in

Childcare plus Higher English preferable for

existing students

• Prospective students may improve their

qualifications by undertaking an access

module. This module is available in January

and September of each year.


• Minimum of 3 Highers at C.



A variety of assessment methods, e.g. projects

and essays with exams at the end of each

semester.

What next?

• Postgraduate courses in teacher training and

social work at other institutions

• Employment opportunities lie in social work,

health and voluntary sectors, working with

children and adolescents.

UCAS code L530



Campus Online course

Duration 4 years FT

Typically Sep - May

Longer PT

Early Education & ChildcareFlexible ProgrammeSCQF 5/6This course gives students the opportunity to

acquire basic knowledge and understanding of

children and young people. The course is

designed to be flexible to allow students to work

at their own pace to fit in with their own personal,

work and life commitments. It consists of units at

a variety of educational levels.


• No formal entry requirements but candidates

are required to produce a report, details of

which will be provided on application.


• No formal entry requirements but level of

study will be decided on previous experience

and/or qualifications.



What next?

Guidance will be given on possible progression

routes, e.g. NC/HNC Early Education & Childcare,

PDA in Educational Support Assistance, SVQ 3

Children’s Care Learning and Development.

Progression depends on other qualifications.

Start date August 2012 and flexible

start dates throughout

the year

Study method Part time/home study

Campus Distance learning/workplace


Early Education & ChildcareHNC

This course covers a wide range of knowledge

and skills to enable effective working in an early

years or a playwork centre. It covers the age

range from birth to 12 for theoretical aspects of

child development, curriculum, planning and

delivering play, observation, children’s rights and

behaviour. Some units are delivered online and

others are blended or face to face. There is a

required 60 day work placement element in

this course.

Entry requirements

• 2 Highers preferably including English and/or

other relevant academic subjects, NC Early

Education & Child Care, PDA Education

Support Assistance, SVQ Level 2 Early

Education & Childcare or SVQ Level 2

Children’s Care Learning & Development, as

well as Standard Grade English at credit level,

or equivalent

• A good standard of written and spoken

English is required. All candidates will be

asked to complete a short piece of written

work at interview

• It is recommended that candidates should

have, or be able to demonstrate, an

understanding of the development and

behaviour of children. This could be

evidenced by significant experience of

working with children.

All candidates are required to complete a PVG.


• Minimum age 18 years by the start of the

course

• 2 Highers preferably including English and/or

other relevant academic subjects

• Relevant work experience



and on placement.

What next?

• BA Childhood Practice, BA (Hons) Child and

Youth Studies or BA Health Studies or

opportunities in health and social care

• An undergraduate course in teacher training

at an appropriate university

• Employment as a practitioner in early years’

sector/nursery assistant.

UCAS code 013X



(day or evening,

2 years)

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 – Jun 2013

Longer PT

Education and Childcare...cont

All candidates are required to complete a PVG.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit and

on placement.

What next?

• HNC Early Education & Childcare

• SVQ 3 Children’s Care Learning &

Development

• Employment as a support worker in an

education setting

• BA Child and Youth Studies (dependent on

Higher results).



Campus Midmills


Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

Longer PT

Early Education & ChildcareNCSCQF 6This course covers theoretical aspects of child

development, child health, childcare, managing

behaviour and play and curriculum, but it also has

a strong practical element. Work placement is a

crucial part of the course with all the students

completing three blocks of work in an early years’

setting. The programme incorporates the option

of achieving three Highers (English, Play and

Early Education & Childcare). Students who do

not meet the entry requirements can apply for NC

Child, Health and Social Care.



mature applicants; however, a good standard

of written and spoken English is required

• All candidates will be asked to complete a

short piece of written work at interview

• Applicants are expected to demonstrate an

interest in and commitment to working

with children.


• 4 Standard Grades at credit level including

English; equivalent units may be accepted

• Candidates must be 17 years old or over

• All candidates will be asked to complete a

short piece of written work at interview

• Applicants are expected to demonstrate an

interest in and commitment to working with

children.






What next?

Depending on previous qualifications, students

have progression to HNC Early Education & Child

Care, BA Child and Youth Studies and/or SVQ

level 3 Children's Care Learning & Development.


Study method Part time and home study

Campus Longman and home study

Duration 18 months PT

Education Support AssistantPDA

This is a revised award replacing the PDA for

Classroom Assistants (CA) and the PDA for

Support for Learning Assistants (SLA).

The purpose of this PDA is to enable candidates

to prepare themselves to undertake roles which

support children and young people in an

educational setting and it will provide a platform

to those already working in educational support

roles for continuous professional development.

It provides a programme of units which promote

personal and professional development. It will

enable support workers to integrate their studies

with ‘on the job’ experience and so enhance their

professional practice.


• Ideally applicants must be working in an

educational support role; applicants not

already working in an educational support role

will have to find their own placement, and pay

for themselves and/or apply for an ILA

• Students may be asked to complete a short

task to establish academic level. Depending

on the results of this, students may be

advised to complete some units from the

flexible programme to build academic skills

before embarking on this award

• Students may also need to complete some

work-based experience.

Teaching in Further Education: An IntroductionPDAThis award consists of two mandatory credit units

at SCQF level 9: Planning; and Delivery and

assessment. Materials are available online,

alongside tutor support sessions.

The principal context is the teaching environment.

The candidate should have access to a workplace

where evidence to meet the performance criteria

can be generated. Further information about the

award is available at:

http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/33053.html

Entry requirements

Access to this award is at the discretion of the

centre, however candidates would normally be

expected to have competence in communication

skills at SCQF level 6, numeracy skills at SCQF

level 5 (or similar qualification or experience) and

some knowledge of learning, teaching and

assessment in further education.

To complete the award you must be observed

teaching groups of learners a minimum of

2 times.

This award is available to those who are

employed in a teaching role in a college or other

similar learning environment.


This course is assessed through building a

portfolio of written and performance evidence

containing a learning, teaching and assessment

plan, which includes the specification of

resources, written assignments and records of

observations by tutors from Inverness College.

Start date October 2012

Study method Blended

Campus Longman

Duration 6-12 months

EngineeringIn this section:

Engineering Access | Engineering Introduction | Mechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering | Engineering Systems | Electrical and MechanicalEngineering | Fabrication, Welding and Inspection | On-site Assessment inFabrication and Welding | Performing Engineering Operations | Motor VehicleMotor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

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EngineeringIntroduction

This introductory level, broad based course offers an

insight into various areas of both mechanical and

electrical engineering. Topics include: basic welding

skills, electrical wiring and hand tools, electronics,

pneumatics/hydraulics, computer aided

draughting, information technology, numeracy and

communications.

Entry requirements


• Interview.



What next?

• (PEO) SVQ 2 or NC Engineering Practice

• Employment as a Modern Apprentice in

relevant industry.



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Jan 2013 - Jun 2013




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EngineeringAccess

This is a 36-week full-time programme that offers a

wide range of topics, which can include machining

skills, thermal joining skills, motor vehicle skills,

electrical/electronic skills, CAD/CAM, practical

project, information technology, numeracy and

communications.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.



What next?

• IMI Certificate (Light Vehicle), NC Fabrication

& Welding Engineering: Craft Practice

• Employment as a Modern Apprentice in

relevant industry.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Engineering SystemsHNC

The HNC Engineering Systems programme

consists of a range of mechanical, electrical and

general engineering units. It is designed to equip

students with fundamental knowledge and

understanding pertinent to a wide range of

industry. This could include the production,

manufacture or energy industries.


At least 1 Higher at C or above from Physics,

Maths or Tech Studies. 3 Standard Grades at

level 1 or 2 or Intermediate 2 passes including

Maths, English, Physics or Tech Studies.


Normally 1 Higher at C or above in a

relevant subject.



Completion of a graded unit is also required.

What next?

• HND Engineering Systems

• Possible bridging programme for part time /

day release students. (See BSc Engineering

programme for further details)

• Employment.

UCAS code 356H



Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Longer PT (normally

2 years for day release)

Mechanical EngineeringNCLevel 6This course gives students the opportunity to

increase practical skills and learn the

underpinning knowledge required for a career in

mechanical engineering. Subject areas include

pneumatics and hydraulics, CAD, dynamics,

strength of materials and engineering materials.

Electrical engineering modules also form part of

this programme.


• Evidence of equivalent qualifications to those

for school leavers.




Communication Intermediate 2 and one

other relevant Standard Grade at Credit or

Intermediate 2.


Continuous assessment takes place throughout

the year.

What next?

• HNC Engineering Systems

• Employment.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Engineering...cont

Electrical EngineeringNCLevel 6This course provides the opportunity to increase

skills and learn the underpinning knowledge

required for a career in electrical engineering.

Subject areas include: electrical principles,

machines, test equipment and electronics.


• Evidence of relevant industrial training /

experience /education if qualifications

listed for school leavers are not held.

Entry requirements (school leavers):



Communication Intermediate 2 and one other

relevant Standard Grade at Credit or

Intermediate 2.

Entry requirements (continuing learners):

Successful completion of corresponding

programme at SCQF Level 5.



What next?

HNC/HND or degree level study. Employment as

an electrical technician.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks full time

Aug 2012 – Jun 2013

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Engineering SystemsHND

The HND Engineering Systems programme is a

2-year programme. Topics covered in the HNC

are built on and advanced skills developed. New

topics are introduced within engineering as well

as an engineering project, project management

and business awareness.


• At least 1 Higher at C or above from Physics,

Maths or Tech Studies. 3 Standard Grades at

level 1 or 2 or Intermediate 2 passes including

Maths, English, Physics or Tech Studies.


• Normally 1 Higher at C or above in a

relevant subject.



What next?

• BSc Engineering year 3

• Employment at technician level.

UCAS code 356H



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks x 2 years,

Sept 2012 – Jun 2014

Engineering...cont

Electrical and MechanicalEngineering BEngThis course aims to meet the demand for

incorporated engineers who have a knowledge

and skills base covering a range of engineering

disciplines. Following the successful completion

of a prerequisite course such as the HND

Engineering Systems, the course can be studied

over 1 year full time or 2 years part time. Building

on prior knowledge, it is intended to produce

graduates with advanced levels of competence in

engineering and technology, including

mechanical, electrical, electronic, systems and

management skills.

Learners can apply their knowledge to a range of

practical engineering challenges. The course

covers aspects such as power engineering,

electronic engineering, mechanical structures,

mechanical systems and engineering

management. The course also teaches generic

skills pertinent to the engineering industry,

including communication and presentation skills.

Entry requirements (outwith college)

• Entry to Year 3 requires an HND Engineering

and perhaps additional units

• Entry is also available for those with relevant

HNCs by following the bridging programme,

which is usually 1 day per week for a year.

This is a popular option, usually taken by

those in employment or on an apprenticeship.

Successful completion allows progress on to

the BSc either continuing on a day release

basis or full time. Please contact the college if

you are interested in joining this bridging class.

Entry requirements (college students)

• HND Engineering Systems from Inverness

College.


Examinations for most modules at the end of

each semester in addition to course work

submissions for each module.

What next?

• Postgraduate study or related employment

• Local and national employment in engineering

at incorporated engineer level.

UCAS code HH36



Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - May 2013

Longer PT (normally 2 years

for day release)


Fabrication, Welding and InspectionHNC SCVQ Level 7This award aims to develop the candidate’s ability to

apply analysis and synthesis skills to the solution of

engineering problems and provides a range of

communication skills relevant to the needs of industry.

Candidates will develop knowledge, understanding

and skills in a range of core fabrication, welding,

quality, materials and inspection systems principles

and technologies to achieve a degree of specialisa-

tion within fabrication or welding engineering.

Entry requirements

• NC Fabrication and Welding, and core skills,

all at Intermediate 1, or proof of industrial

experience in a relevant occupation

• All candidates will be interviewed.


A combination of continuous assessment and

completion of a graded unit.

What next?

Successful completion of the award allows the

candidate to work as a technician or supervisor in

the fabrication and welding industry. This

qualification creates a route towards meeting the

academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer

status or progression to HND level study.

UCAS code 107H



Campus Longman


Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Longer PT

On-site Assessment in Fabricationand Welding/Engineering Maintenance/Manufacture/Production EngineeringSVQ3


• Applications are accepted via employers only

• Must be employed in a relevant discipline

• It is preferable that candidates have all core

skills at Intermediate level 1.


On-site assessment visits by college assessors

and witness testimony.

What next?

• HNC Fabrication, Welding and Inspection

• HNC Engineering Practice

• HNC Engineering Systems.


Study method Work-based assessment

Campus Employers’ premises

Duration 1 - 2 years



• All candidates will be interviewed and entry is

at the discretion of college staff.


• Preferable to have all Core Skills at

Intermediate 1 level



Continuous assessment throughout the course.

What next?

• SVQ 3 On-site Assessment in Fabrication and

Welding/Maintenance/Manufacture/Production

for those in employment. Must be employed

in a relevant discipline

• Employment as a modern apprentice in an

engineering discipline, such as manufacturing

engineering, fabrication and welding

engineering or maintenance engineering

• HNC Fabrication, Welding and Inspection

• HNC Engineering Practice.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks FT (typically

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013)

PT by arrangement

Performing Engineering Operations(PEO) SVQ2 and NC in Engineering

You have to choose one from the following

specialisms:

• Fabrication and Welding

• Mechanical and Machining

• Pipefitting and Welding

Please specify on application.

This pre-apprenticeship programme gives

candidates specialist training in a range of

engineering skills. Skills covered are welding,

fabrication, pipefitting and machining. The course

is mainly practical but includes some related

theory. This course also forms the first part of a

Modern Apprenticeship.

This 1-year full-time course offers the opportunity

to specialise in one of the following disciplines:

Manufacture/Production – provides the opportunity

for people to train to work on milling machines,

lathes, grinding & boring machines and a range

of CNC (computer numerical control) machines.

Fabrication and Welding – typical subjects

include: TIG (tungsten inert gas welding); Stick

(manual metal arc welding); MIG (metal inert gas

welding); spot welding (car body welding);

pipefitting; plating & general fabrication; testing:

destructive and non-destructive (ultrasonic, dye

penetrant, MPI [magnetic particle inspection]);

use of rolling, flanging and cutting machinery.

Welding and Pipefitting – typical subjects include:

pipe forming and joining in a range of materials;

system design and testing; welding technology;

welding procedures; specification and testing.

Motor VehicleAccess

This introductory level programme allows

experience to be gained across the range of light

vehicle maintenance and repair. Topics covered

include automotive workshop health and safety,

light vehicle construction, light vehicle operating

principles and hand tool principles.

Entry requirements


• Interview.



What next?

• IMI Certificate in Light Vehicle Repair Level 1.



Campus Longman


Jan 2013 - Jun 2014

Engineering...cont



Satisfactory completion of workshop tasks. Some

online assessment.

What next?

• Employment within the motor vehicle industry

• Modern Apprenticeships within the motor

vehicle industry.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

IMI Certificate Light Vehicle Repair Level 1SCQF Level 4Course certified by the Institute of the Motor

Industry. This course allows individuals to develop

and integrate their practical and vocational skills

with the related knowledge required. Subjects, key

to the modern automotive technician, include

braking systems (hydraulic), fuel systems,

transmission systems, engine operation & service

techniques, diagnostics, safety aspects, core

skills, electrical and electronic systems.



mature applicants, though it is expected that

applicants can provide evidence of relevant

knowledge and skills gained

• Interview.


• 3 Standard Grades at 4 or above.

Vehicle Maintenance & RepairVRQ Level 3SCQF Level 7Course certified by the Institute of the Motor

Industry. This course develops the topics studies

in the IMI Diploma (Light Vehicle) course and

prepares students for an apprenticeship in the

motor vehicle profession. Subjects include motor

vehicle chassis systems, engines, fuel systems

and engine management.


• IMI Diploma in Vehicle Repair Level 2 or

• NC/NQ level qualifications in Motor Vehicle

or similar

• Mature students with significant experience

encouraged to apply.


• Not suitable for school leavers.



Satisfactory completion of workshop tasks.

Some online assessment.

What next?


at apprentice level.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013.

IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Repair Level 2SCQF Level 5This course is certified by the Institute of the

Motor Industry (IMI). The course develops the

topics studied in the IMI Level 1 Certificate Light

Vehicle Course and prepares the students for an

Apprenticeship in the motor vehicle profession at

Level 2 or progression to the VRQ Level 3. Topics

cover the knowledge and practical skills in

braking systems, fuel systems, transmission

systems, vehicle electrical and electronic systems,

diagnostics, workshop safety, core skills.



mature applicants, though it is expected that

applicants can provide evidence of relevant

knowledge and skills gained.

• Interview.


• IMI Certificate in Light Vehicle Repair and/or

• 3 Standard Grades at 3 or above, including

English, Mathematics and a Science subject

• Interview.

How is the course is assessed?




What next?


• Modern Apprenticeships within the motor

vehicle industry

• VRQ level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair.

Start Date August 2012

Study method Full Time

Campus Longman

Duration 36 Weeks

Aug 2012 – Jun 2013.

Name: Ashleigh BainCourse: VRQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and RepairPreviously studied: SQA Motor Vehicle Systems

Why did you choose to come toInverness College UHI?It has a great reputation for all the practical hands oncourses. I attended the open day and was shownaround, it had a friendly welcoming atmospherewhich was easy to settle into.

Tell us about your course.The highlights of the course are the in depth learningof how a vehicle system works and seeing them foryourself. The work itself can be challenging but thelecturers take the time to go through everythingthoroughly.

How did you know this was the right course for you?I knew the course was right for me as I attended theSQA Motor Vehicle Systems course last year so Iknew some of the lecturers and had experienced thecollege environment and enjoyed it.

The prospectus is a good way to look at what futurecourses contain and the requirements needed forthem. I also found the website very useful as well as speaking to the lecturers themselves.


ESOLIn this section:

Elementary | Pre-Intermediate | IntermediateUpper Intermediate | Advanced | Business

ESOL Elementary

The ESOL Elementary course prepares

candidates for the Cambridge KET (Key English Test).

This certificate recognises the ability to

understand and use everyday expressions, basic

phrases, answer basic questions about personal

details and interact with English speakers who talk

slowly and clearly.

This course also prepares students for an SQA Access

2 Certificate. Sitting the certificate exam is not

obligatory. Students may attend the course to improve

their English language skills.

Entry requirements

• Adult learners

• Candidates contact the college to sit a

placement test.


Continuous assessment plus Cambridge exam at the

end of the year.

What next?

• Progression to ESOL Pre-Intermediate

• The possibility of better integration, both

socially and professionally.




Duration 32 weeks over 1

academic year


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ESOL Pre-Intermediate

The ESOL Pre-Intermediate course prepares

candidates for the Cambridge PET (Preliminary English

Test). This certificate recognises the ability to understand

the main points of straightforward instructions or public

announcements, deal with most of the situations met

when travelling as a tourist in an English-speaking

country, ask simple questions and take part in factual

conversations in a work environment. This course also

prepares students for an SQA Access 3 Certificate.

Entry requirements

• Adult learners

• Candidates contact the college to sit

a placement test.


Continuous assessment plus Cambridge exam at the

end of the year.

What next?

• Progression to ESOL Intermediate

• Accepted for college study at NQ/NC level

• The possibility of better integration both





Duration 32 weeks over

1 academic year

ESOL Advanced

The ESOL Advanced course prepares candidates

for Cambridge CAE (Certificate in Advanced

English). This certificate recognises the ability to

be able to read quickly enough to cope with an

academic course, understand complex opinions,

produce clear, well-structured and detailed pieces

of writing, speak well with a good degree of

fluency, and use English flexibly for social,

professional and academic purposes.

Sitting the certificate exam is not obligatory.

Students may attend the course to improve their

English language skills.

Entry requirements

• Adult learners

• FCE or equivalent


placement test.


Continuous assessment plus Cambridge exam at

the end of the year.

What next?

CAE is valued internationally for university

entrance as well as in the international

business world.





academic year




What next?

• Progression to ESOL Advanced Course;

• Cambridge CAE or ESOL Business course;

• Cambridge BEC Vantage FCE is valued for

entry to college study at HNC/HND level and

is recognised by a few universities and

business schools.





academic year

ESOL Upper Intermediate

The ESOL Upper Intermediate course prepares

candidates for Cambridge FCE (First Certificate

English).

This certificate recognises the ability to

understand the main ideas of complex pieces of

writing, to hold a conversation on a fairly wide

range of topics, to express opinions and present

arguments, to produce clear, detailed writing,

expressing opinions and explaining the

advantages and disadvantages of different points

of view.




Entry requirements

• Adult learners

• PET or equivalent level

• Candidates contact the college to sit

a placement test.

ESOL Intermediate

The ESOL Intermediate course prepares

candidates for the Cambridge PET (Preliminary

English Test). Students who have not presented

the PET in Pre-Intermediate may present in

Intermediate. This certificate recognises the ability

to understand the main points of straightforward

instructions or public announcements, deal with

most of the situations met when travelling as a

tourist in an English-speaking country, ask simple

questions and take part in factual conversations

in a work environment.

Entry requirements

• Adult learners


placement test.




What next?

• Progression to ESOL Upper Intermediate

• The possibility of better integration both






academic year

ESOL...cont

ESOL Business

The ESOL Business English course prepares

candidates for Cambridge BEC (Business English

Certificate) Vantage.

This certificate is an internationally recognised

qualification that shows the level of business

English to be an appropriate standard that can be

used in a business context.




Entry requirements

• Adult learners

• FCE or equivalent level


placement test.




What next?

• Progression on to the next level ESOL course

• BEC is valued by international businesses.





academic year


ForestryIn this section:

Land-based Skills | Conservation SkillsArboriculture and Urban Forestry | ForestrySustainable Forest Management

Land-based SkillsSCQF Level 4/5

This course covers a range of specialist forestry and

conservation units and provides candidates with

basic rural building skills. Subjects include tree

identification, fencing, tree planting, weeding, draining,

rural carpentry, blockwork and field drainage.



mature applicants

• An interest in working in woodland conservation

and management.


• Candidates should be a minimum preferred age

16 by 1 August, 2012

• An interest in working in land-based industries

including forestry, rural and estate work

• Early school leavers will be considered for

this programme.



What next?

Employment in the areas of estate work, forestry,

conservation, gardening or grounds maintenance.



Campus Scottish School

of Forestry, Balloch

Duration 1 year


Name: Stewart JeffreyCourse: NC Forestry

Why did you choose to come to Inverness CollegeUHI?The college was recommended to me from a previousemployer/forester who was also a student, his advicewas taken on board and he was absolutely right. “Youwill have a great time up in Inverness”.

Tell us about your course.I love the course as it stems variety yet every aspect ofthe course is highly advantageous. Every day you face afresh challenge which is the best aspect. I do howeverdislike the size of classes, less students per class wouldenable more time for students to get more experienceduring practical sessions.

How did you know this was the right course for you?I received a prospectus through the post, after reading itthoroughly I decided that starting off on an NC would bethe best option.

What are you planning to do once you have finishedthis course?I have applied for a placement at Tampere College in

Finland to continue further on Timber harvestingoperations, will be shortly applying for a placement viaUPM Tilhill also so I hope 2012 will be a positive andexciting experience.

What would you say to potential students thinking ofcoming to the college?I highly recommend it to anybody who wishes to pursuea career in a forestry or related subjects, all are welcomefrom different backgrounds / sexes. All the staff arehelpful and approachable. Your practical tutors willensure that after thorough and detailed instructions thatyou are thrown in the thick of it in preparation for onceyou enter the working world after the studies. Don’t beafraid to ask questions during class discussions nomatter how daft it may sound and take full advantage oftheir knowledge and experiences.

Some of the practical sessions will get your heart racingand the adrenaline will continue to flow through youminutes after doing a practical task… Awesome!

‘You will have a great time up at Inverness’.

Conservation Skills SCQF Level 5

This course is designed to provide the

underpinning knowledge and practical skills

needed to be a skilled craftsperson in

conservation.



mature applicants

• An interest in working in woodland

conservation and management


• Candidates should be a minimum preferred

age of 17 by 1 January, 2012

• Educated to general Standard Grade level


conservation and management.



What next?

HNC/D Forestry, HNC/D Arboriculture & Urban

Forestry or working within the forestry/

conservation industry.





Duration 1 year

ForestrySCQF Level 5

This course is designed to provide the

underpinning knowledge and practical skills

needed to be a skilled craftsperson in forestry.

Subjects include chainsaw training, tractor driving,

forest machine driving, fencing, tree planting, tree

identification, tree felling, saw bench, clearing,

weeding and draining.



for mature applicants




• Candidates should be a minimum preferred

age of 17 by 1 January, 2012

• Educated to general Standard Grade level





What next?

HNC/D Forestry, HNC/D Arboriculture & Urban

Forestry or working within the forestry industry.





Duration 1 year

Forestry...cont

Arboriculture & Urban ForestryHNC

Arboriculture and urban forestry involves working

with and managing trees in an urban setting, such

as towns or parks. This course is designed to

provide the skills and ability to function as

supervisors or self-employed contractors in

arboriculture and urban forestry. Some prior

knowledge would be preferable but not essential.

Subjects include forest science, woody plant

biology, arboriculture practice, work supervision

practice, urban forests, woodland and green

space, amenity tree management and woodland

operations.



mature applicants but existing students

progressing should have attained an

appropriate Certificate qualification in Forestry

or Conservation Skills.


1 Higher at Grade C or above and 4 Standard

Grade at Grade 3 or above.



What next?

• HND Arboriculture & Urban Forestry Year 2

• Career within the arboriculture and urban

forestry industry, e.g. tree surgeon, gardening,

working as a contractor.

UCAS code U115D

Start date August / September 2012

Study method Full time or part time with

opportunities for those

working in the

Industry to study by

blended learning



Duration FT - 1 year

PT - up to 3 years


ForestryHNC

This course is designed to provide the skills and

ability to function as a supervisor or self-employed

contractor. Practical experience in forestry or

related work is preferred. The HNC Forestry is the

first year of the HND Forestry programme.

Subjects include forest science, establishment of

woodlands, forest harvesting, forest mensuration

and thinning control, timber sales and

transportation and woodland nursery production.


• Minimum of one year’s pre-course experience

in a woodland environment or attainment of

the Certificate in Forestry or Conservation

Skills. This may be waived if applicants have

3 or more Highers at Grade C or above

• Recognition will be given for relevant life or

work experience.


• Minimum of 1 relevant Higher at Grade C or

above plus appropriate Standard Grades

• In addition one year’s practical experience in

a woodland environment or attainment of the

Certificate in Forestry or Conservation Skills.

This may be waived if applicants have 3 or

more Highers at Grade C or above.



What next?

HND Forestry Year 2 or career as a forest

supervisor/foreman, contractor.

UCAS code U105D


Study method Full time or part time with

opportunities for those

working in the industry

to study by blended learning



Duration FT - 1 year

PT - up to 3 years

Arboriculture & Urban ForestryHND

The first year mirrors the HNC Arboriculture &

Urban Forestry programme. The second year is

designed to provide the skills and ability to function

as a tree officer or local authority arborist. The

course provides training and development to prepare

you to organise and supervise tree works and urban

forestry operations or to start up your own business.



for mature applicants

• Appropriate HNC qualification for existing students.


• 2 Highers at Grade C or above and 4

Standard Grades at Grade 3 or above.



What next?

• BSc Sustainable Forest Management (with

Arboriculture & Urban Forestry)

• Associate Member of the Institute of

Chartered Foresters

• Career within the arboriculture and urban

forestry industry e.g. tree surgeon/tree officer.

UCAS code U015D





Duration FT - 2 years

PT - up to 5 years

Name: Derek PeacockCourse: HND Forestry – Year 1

Why did you choose to come to Inverness College UHI?I relocated to Inverness in 2005 and so it was one of the stronger options for me to start mycareer change into forestry. I also needed a college which could offer me the basic buildingblocks of forestry through short courses and the NC to the longer aim of completing theBSc in Sustainable Forest Management with Conservation.

Tell us about your course Last year I completed the NC in Forestry which provided me with a basic understanding offorestry at a practical level which was full of challenges! The first year of a HND in Forestrybuilds on this and the syllabus covers a wide range of subject areas which can bechallenging but also enjoyable. I particularly enjoy the site visits, not because you are letloose from the classroom but because you get to see what you have learned being appliedto actual forestry operations which is invaluable. I also enjoy the campus setting within theCulloden Wood and that fact that most people want to talk about forestry!

How did you know this was the right course for you?I’ve wanted to pursue a career into forestry for a long time and I took the time to visit thecampus and talk to the lecturers back in 2007. I was also given an induction around thecampus which included discussing the course and career options open to me.

ForestryHND

The first year mirrors the HNC Forestry programme.

This course includes an industrial sandwich year

working in the forestry industry. The course is

designed to provide the knowledge and skills for

those wishing to manage woodlands and conserve

our environmental heritage. Subjects include forest

policy and law, forest protection, forest design,

woodland conservation, woodland ecology, forest

industries, market evaluation, forestry and other

land use, forest recreation and urban forests,

woodland and green space.


• Minimum of one year’s pre-course experience

in a woodland environment or attainment of

the Certificate in Forestry or Conservation

Skills. This may be waived if applicants have

3 or more Highers at Grade C or above

• Recognition will be given for relevant life or

work experience.


• Minimum of 2 relevant Highers at Grade C

or above plus pre-course experience in a

woodland environment. This may be waived if

applicants have 3 or more Highers at Grade

C or above

• Completion of the Certificate in Forestry or

Conservation Skills.



What next?

• Final year of the BSc Sustainable Forest

Management (with Forest Conservation).


Chartered Foresters

• Career within the forestry industry e.g forest

supervisor, working forester.

UCAS code U005D





Duration FT - 3 years

PT - up to 6 years

Forestry...cont

Sustainable Forest ManagementBSc

The Scottish School of Forestry has a long-standing

reputation in the forestry industry for providing

graduates of high calibre, capable of providing

professional advice to the land-based sector.

This is an applied programme that aims to give

candidates the skills and knowledge needed to

be a competent forest or arboricultural manager,

capable of providing professional advice to the

land-based sector. Students will gain a technical

management qualification and experience in all

aspects of sustainable management in relation to

forestry or arboriculture. This is an add-on year to

the HND Forestry and the HND Arboriculture and

Urban Forestry programmes.

Students will have the opportunity to study one of

two strands according to their particular

qualifications. These are:

BSc Sustainable Forest Management (with

Forest Conservation)

Core subjects include ecology and management

of native broadleaved woodlands, forestry for

people: policy and practice, environmental impact

assessment, landscape design for land

management. Optional subjects may include

climate change, sustainable forest management,

wood technology for amenity trees, planning in

arboriculture management and alternative forest

resource management.

BSc Sustainable Forest Management

(with Arboriculture & Urban Forestry)

Core subjects include ecology and management

of native broadleaved woodlands, landscape

design for land management, wood technology

for amenity trees, planning in arboriculture

management.Optional subjects may include

forestry for people: policy and practice, climate

change, environmental impact assessment,

sustainable land management, alternative forest

resource management.

The degree year consists of two 15 week

semesters.

Entry requirements

• Those who hold an HND Forestry / HND

Arboriculture & Urban Forestry or equivalent

qualification from other institutions may gain

entry to the final year of the BSc. The

equivalent qualifications will be assessed by

the School to ensure a good match

• Mature students with experiential learning will

be considered for entry.


The course is a mix of coursework and

examination. Examinations take place for some

modules at the end of each semester, in addition

to coursework submissions for each module.

What next?


Chartered Foresters

• Postgraduate studies at other institutions

subject to articulation arrangements

• You will be equipped with the skills to seek

employment in the forest and arboriculture

industry, in the local authority sector, with

private and state forestry companies, with

private estates or landowners, with

conservation organisations (e.g. NGOs)

or VSO, or in self-employment as an

entrepreneur or consultant.

UCAS code UD500





Duration 1 year FT

Up to 3 years PT


Hairdressing


Course assessment includes written tests,

projects, assignments and other forms of

assessment. The greatest emphasis will be of practical

activities, using an observation checklist. Students will be

required to record all forms of assessment in a portfolio

and complete all relevant documentation.

What next?

• SVQ Hairdressing Level 3

• Employment at junior stylist level.



Campus Longman

Duration 1 year FT

Day release or block release

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

HairdressingIntroductionSCQF Level 4This programme is highly practical in nature and is

aimed at candidates who have little or no

experience in hairdressing who may have recently left

school. The course would also suit those who may

have been away from further education for a while by

developing the confidence and skills necessary to

tackle a full time programme in hairdressing or beauty.

Entry requirements

• Selection by interview and assessment

• Core Skills Profile

• Numeracy and English or prepared to achieve

Access 3 level before course starts using college

core skills tools

• Applicants also need good manual dexterity

and enjoy meeting and working with people.


Course assessment takes place throughout each unit

and will include written tests, projects, assignments

and other forms of assessment including observation

the commercial salons.

What next?

• SVQ level 2 Hairdressing.



Campus Longman



Hairdressing SVQ2 (1-year programme)SCQF Level 5This intensive course is designed for those who

want to become a junior stylist at the end of this

one year programme. It is the perfect springboard

for a future career in the industry. During the year

students will learn all aspects of salon work from

styling to reception and health and safety skills.

Students are expected to learn independently

and to undertake a work placement during

the session.


• Applicants should be effective

communicators, have artistic flair and ability,

good personal presentation, physical stamina

and a high level of manual dexterity

• Previous experience of working in a salon is

desirable



• 4 Standard Grades at Grade 3 and a Core

Skills Profile at Intermediate 1 level in English

and Maths




and have a high level of manual dexterity

• Work experience in a salon is desirable.

Hairdressing SVQ2 (2-year programme)

This course aims to provide thorough training and

education in hairdressing, developing skills and

knowledge throughout the programme. Students

will develop competence and efficiency in all

aspects of hairdressing and develop the ability

and confidence to meet the needs of the

hairdressing industry. Subjects will include health

and safety, working in a team, creating a positive

impression, shampooing and conditioning,

consultation, setting, blowdrying and finishing,

cutting, colouring and perming. Students are

expected to find a work placement for one day

a week to carry out salon assistant tasks.

The SVQ level 1 Hairdressing award forms part of

the first-year programme.

The two year programme is designed for students

who have not completed the SVQ Level 1 course

to allow them the additional time to build the

practical skills required.





and a high level of manual dexterity

• Previous experience of working in a salon is

desirable



• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above including

English




and a high level of manual dexterity.

Progression to second year will depend on

students achieving all first year units, have

excellent attendance (90%) and a high level of

motivation. All candidates will be interviewed.


Course assessment includes written tests,

projects, assignments and other forms of

assessment. The greatest emphasis will be on

practical activities, using an observation checklist.

Students will be required to record all forms of

assessment in a portfolio and complete all

relevant documentation.

What next?

• SVQ Hairdressing Level 3

• Employment at junior stylist level.



Campus Longman

Duration 2 yrs FT

PT or block release

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

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HairdressingSVQ3

This programme is highly practical in nature and

is a natural progression on from the SVQ Level 2.

Students will enhance existing skills and knowledge

and keep abreast of changes while progressing to

a more technical or supervisory level. Subjects

will include fashion colouring and cutting, colour

correction, creative styling and dressing of hair,

promotion of services and products, barbering

and health and safety. This course is also

available as CPD for work based students.

Entry requirements

• SVQ 2 Hairdressing or equivalent qualification

and salon experience.


Assessment takes place throughout each unit.

You will be assessed practically in the

commercial salons.

What next?

• Further Continuing Professional Development

(CPD) study

• Hairdressing employment at supervisory level.



Campus Longman

Duration 1 year FT

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

PT or block release

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013


Health and Social CareNCSCQF Level 6The course aims to equip the students with a

thorough knowledge of human growth and

development and, through studies and

placement, with the qualities, values and skills

required to work in health and social care

settings.


• A reasonable level of written English is

expected

• All candidates have to complete an Enhanced

Disclosure check and attend an interview.

Entry requirements (school leavers

up to 21 years)

• 4 credit level Standard Grades or equivalent;

one must be English

• All candidates have to complete an Enhanced

Disclosure check and attend an interview.



What next?

• Nurse education, Paramedic education,

further studies in Allied Health Professions

• HNC Social Care, HNC Health Care and

thereafter possibly BA (Hons) Child & Youth

Studies or BA Health Studies

• Employment in a health/care environment.


Study method Blended

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Child, Health & Social Care(Intermediate 2)NCSCQF Level 5Units included are communication, numeracy, local

investigation, information technology, families in

modern society, sociology in care, psychology for

care, values and principles in care, child development

and first aid.

Entry requirements

• All candidates must be 16 or over

• 4 Standard Grades at level 3 or above (one must

be English).



What next?

• NC Early Education & Childcare

• Access to Health & Social Care

• Highers programme.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 week FT


Learning and Managing Care ServicesUHI CPDThe UHI Continuing Professional Development

Award (CPD) ‘Leading and Managing Care

Services’ is an award designed to meet and

accepted as meeting the Scottish Social Services

Council (SSSC) registration requirements for

managers of care settings.

It is particularly suited to staff who already hold an

approved care qualification.

Entry requirements

• SVQ level 4


Continuous assessment by written assignments,

relating theory to practice.

What next?

Enhances career prospects.


Study method Part time distance learning

Campus Midmills

Duration 12 months

Health and Social Care

Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) provide

training within the workplace. Work-placed

assessments allow candidates to gain recognition

for experience and workplace practice.

Candidates develop a portfolio of evidence which

enables them to match their skills and knowledge

to nationally agreed standards for care.

The SVQs in Health & Social Care help to develop

skills and knowledge already gained working in a

care setting. Subjects may include: promote,

monitor & maintain health & safety; reflect &

develop your practice; promote effective

communication; and promote choice, well-being

& protection of all individuals.


• Must be working in a care setting. SVQ level 4

requires supervisory or managerial role.




Continuous assessment takes place in the

workplace. SVQ level 4 candidates will submit

written assignments.

What next?

• Enhances career prospects

• These SVQs meet Scottish Social Services

Council requirements for registration

• Progression to HNC Social Care may be

possible.

Start date Flexible start dates

throughout the year

Study method Tutor & assessor support

Campus Work-based/home study


SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (Adults)SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (Allied Health Profession Support)SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Adults)SVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)SCQF Level 5-8

Counselling Skills COSCA Certificate

COSCA is the national professional organisation

for counselling in Scotland.

The course focuses on listening skills and the

essential qualities of the counselling relationship

and includes an overview of major approaches to

counselling, e.g. humanistic, psychodynamic and

cognitive behavioural.

The aim of this course is to enable learners to

develop counselling skills with a view to

enhancing work performance and personal

growth.

Entry requirements

• No formal academic entry qualifications

are essential

• Introduction to Counselling course

is desirable.



What next?

This course provides the entry requirements for

the Diploma in Counselling, which is needed for

professional training as a counsellor.


Study method Part time day or evening

Campus Longman

Duration 120 hours

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

CounsellingIntroduction

This course provides an entry level opportunity to

develop interpersonal skills, self-awareness and

theoretical knowledge. It will provide a basic

understanding of counselling, the skills used and

approaches and perspectives as well as

practical exercises.

Entry requirements

No formal academic entry qualifications are

required.



What next?

• Career enhancement

• COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate.


January 2013

Study method Evening class

Campus Longman

Duration 12 weeks

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Health CareHNC

This is a preparation course for entry into nursing,

aimed at adults. Subjects include principles of

health care practice.


• Students over 21 should have relevant

experience in care

• A written piece of work will be undertaken at

interview for those with no formal academic

entry requirements.


• 2 Highers at C or above

• Interview.

All candidates have to complete an Enhanced

Disclosure and an occupational health check.


Continuous assessment throughout each unit and

portfolio for placements.

What next?

• Entry to 1st or 2nd year of Nursing Degree or

BA Health Studies may be possible

• Career in nursing or other health-related

professions.

UCAS code 015L



Campus Midmills

Duration 1 year FT

Longer PT


Health Studies (with Rural Healthor Health & Welfare)BA (Hons) Focuses on contemporary health, community

and social welfare issues. Modules include

psychology, sociology, social policy, health

promotions, public health, health care ethics

and empowering communication.


• Students over 21 with relevant work

experience and without traditional academic

qualifications may be considered

• Credit will be given for previous academic

experience, e.g. nursing diplomas or degrees,

relevant HNC, where there is a possibility of

direct entry into level 2

• Students must choose modules at entry.


• 3 Highers at C or above, one of which should

be English

• A relevant NQ or SVQ level 3.



What next?

Employment in health promotion and health

services management, community development.

UCAS code L510


Study method Online

Campus Midmills

Duration 4 years (Hons),

depending on full

or part-time study


• Equivalent qualifications such as UHI Access

to Science and Environment or Gateway to

Higher Education

• Recognised dental nursing qualification with

evidence of further academic courses

undertaken.


• 3 Highers at level B or above, one must be

a science, one preferably English.



What next?

Employment opportunities - general dental

practice, salaried dental practice, hospital

practice, armed services, academic training.

UCAS code B750



Campus Various

Duration 3 years

Oral Health ScienceBSc

This programme has been created to provide

training for professionals complementary to

dentistry, allowing you to work as a dental hygienist

or therapist. Dental therapists work as part of a

team, providing clinical and educational care for

children and adults in the community, including

those with special needs. They work under the

direction and written prescription of the dentist.

The course provides career pathways for dental

nurses and school leavers, who will have the

opportunity to train for a structured professional

career. It allows local people the opportunity to

access training locally and not compromise their

personal circumstances. There is a serious

shortage of dental therapists working within the

NHS and completion of the BSc Oral Health

Science will enable you to take advantage of the

many opportunities in the sector.

The course runs for 102 weeks over 3 years,

which is longer than the normal university

curriculum, due to the requirements of the

General Dental Council. It is taught at the Centre

for Health Science in Inverness, at Dumfries

Dental Centre, and in Stornoway.

Health & Well-beingMA

The MA Health & Well-being is a new and

innovative programme of study, which has been

developed to meet the changing needs of

healthcare and social care professionals in the

21st century. This programme can help you to

develop your career into one that makes a real

difference to the health and well-being of others.

The success of the health service and formal or

informal social care services depends on the

people who work in them. This programme will

contribute to your career progression, continual

professional development (CPD) and provide

evidence for personal development planning.

It is open to BA health studies graduates,

nurses, allied healthcare professionals, and

social care workers.

Entry requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.



each module.

What next?



Study method Online

Campus Online via

Lews Castle College UHI

Duration Various


PsychologyBSc (Hons)

Choosing a psychology course opens the door to

a diverse range of topics, all of which are

concerned with understanding behaviour and

exploring the mind. Your study will cover the main

core domains of psychology as approved by the

British Psychological Society.

Psychology is a science, using research to

answer questions. You will learn not only how to

ask research questions, but, importantly, you will

develop the skills and understanding to know how

to find the answers to these questions. Research

opportunities will be a significant part of the

course and you will start this from your first year

and complete a piece of independent but

supported research in your final year.


• Students over 21 with relevant work

experience and without traditional academic

qualifications may be considered

• Credit will be given for previous academic

experience.


• 3 Highers at grades B,B,C, one of which must

be Higher English or other literate subject

such as Geography, History, Modern Studies

• Standard Grade Maths at credit or

Intermediate 2 Maths at 1 or 2.


Continuous assessments: essays, presentations,

posters, laboratory reports, blogs. Some modules

have end of semester exams.

What next?

• Postgraduate training as clinical, health,

sports, occupational or educational

psychologists

• Research

• Employment in local authority, industry,

institutions: any setting in which the

understanding of human behaviour, skills of

problem solving, analysis and teamwork are

in demand.

UCAS code C800


Study method Mainly online. Mandatory

attendance at a 3-day

induction and for a week-

long residential in the Spring

Campus Midmills

Duration 4 years depending

on full or part time study




Academic work is assessed by assignments and

vocational work is assessed by observation and

reflective accounts during placement.

What next?

• BA (Hons) Child & Youth Studies, BA Health

Studies, BA (Hons) Social Work or nurse

training at other institutions

• Employment within the social care sector.

UCAS code 045L


Study method Blended learning, full time

or part time

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Longer PT

Social CareHNC

This course provides theoretical knowledge and

practical skills appropriate for a career in social

care or as a stepping stone to degree studies.

The HNC Social Care meets registration

requirements set by the Scottish Social Services

Council for those working in a care setting.

Subjects include social care theory, social policy,

psychology, sociology, protection from harm &

abuse and three SVQ units. The full-time course

also involves a 60-day placement working in a

social care setting. It is only possible to complete

the course part time if you are working in a social

care setting. A personal learning plan will be

developed for part-time students to suit work/life

commitments.


• Over 21s need relevant experience in care

• An appropriate cluster of NC units or SVQ

level 3 Care, Standard Grade credit English or

equivalent or other academic awards are

desirable

• A written test will be undertaken at interview.


• You should be 18 by the start of the course

• Students under 21 must have 2 Highers at C

or above or an appropriate cluster of NC units.

Medical Device DecontaminationMSc/PgDip/PgCert

Online modular programme offers advanced

professional development to all those working in

decontamination, e.g. microbiologists,

decontamination managers, engineers and

authorised persons (sterilisation). It places

emphasis on providing up-to-date technical

information, designed to stimulate critical

awareness of the fundamental scientific principles.


• Honours degree and three years’ experience

in a medical device decontamination/

sterilisation environment

• Other qualifications considered if

accompanied by relevant experience

• An 'access' module may be available for

those who have appropriate experience but

lack the relevant academic qualifications.


• An ‘access’ module may be available.



each module.

What next?



Study method Online

Campus Online

Duration Variable


Infection ControlMSc/PgDip/PgCert

Directed at those whose employment may be

wholly or partially dependent on specialist

infection control knowledge and who require a

holistic and scientifically based knowledge of all

aspects of the disciplines. The course is designed

to increase the participants' ability to deal with the

infectious agents that they may encounter in their

professional practice and to liaise effectively with

other professional groups working in adjacent and

interdependent areas of infection control.


• Honours degree and at least 3 years

experience in infection control

• Other qualifications considered if

accompanied by relevant experience

• An ‘access’ module may be available for

those who have appropriate experience but

do not have a degree.

Entry requirements (school leavers

• An ‘access’ module may be available.



each module.

What next?



Study method Online

Campus Online

Duration Variable

Highers andIntermediate 2

Architectural TechnologyHigher

The Higher Architectural Technology course is

suitable for candidates who aim for a career in

the construction industry as technicians,

technologists and other construction

professionals.

Entry requirements

One of the following, or equivalent:

• Intermediate 2 Product Design, Graphic

Communication or Technological Studies, or

their units

• Two Standard Grades at credit level, one from

each of the following groupings:

Mathematics, Physics or Technological

Studies Craft and Design or Graphic

Communication.

Course content

This Higher has three mandatory units.


Candidates must pass an end-of-unit assessment

for each unit and an end-of-year exam.

What next?

Successful completion of this Higher may provide

progression to study an HNC.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Art and DesignIntermediate 2

Intermediate 2 Art and Design includes the three

elements of expressive, design and critical/evaluative

activities which is a feature of art and design

education in Scotland. Candidates develop

knowledge, understanding and appreciation and are

involved in the creative and aesthetic activities

associated with art and design practice. These

activities are experienced across a range of

cultural, social and historical contexts which enable

candidates to explore personal interests and develop

technical skills.

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade at 4 or above, or Intermediate 1

Art & Design.



What next?

Higher Art or Access to Art and Design.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Art and DesignHigher

This course gives you the opportunity to express

yourself and work creatively with a variety of materials.

It provides you with insight into the world of visual arts

and design and helps you to develop a range of skills.


• No formal entry requirements. Entry subject

to interview.


• Intermediate 2 at Credit.

Entry subject to interview.


Continuous assessment plus external exam at the end

of the academic year.

What next?

Progression to NC Art and Design / HN level study.



if part of a highers study

programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks


Creative Industries


DramaHigher

The Higher Drama course offers students the

chance to develop acting and directing skills, to

gain knowledge and understanding of aspects of

drama, to portray contrasting roles in

performance, and to research issues relating to

set play texts.



to interview.


• Standard Grade English 1 or 2 or

Intermediate 2 at C or above.

Entry subject to interview.



end of the academic year.

What next?

Progression to NC Drama: Acting and

Performance or higher education study.



if part of a of highers study

programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

DramaIntermediate 2

This course involves candidates using a variety of

drama skills, forms and structures in the dramatic

investigation and exploration of a negotiated

theme, issue or topic. Theatre Production Skills

focuses on the exploration and acquisition of play

appreciation skills and other key skills of theatre

production. Drama Production allows candidates

to integrate and consolidate the knowledge,

understanding and skills acquired in the first

two units, by working on the production of a

scripted drama.


• Standard Grade at 4 or above or Intermediate

1 Drama.


Higher Drama or NC Acting & Theatre

Performance.

What next?

Progression to NC Drama: Acting and

Performance or higher education study.




Duration 36 weeks

Media StudiesIntermediate 2 and Higher

Intermediate and Higher Media Studies examines

the media of mass communication, including film,

advertising, and the news both in print and on

television. You will develop skills in the detailed

analysis of professionally produced media texts

and undertake a practical project. Candidates will

gain skills in the use of online learning methods

while studying this course.



to interview.


• Standard Grade English 1 or 2. Intermediate 2

at credit. Entry subject to interview.




What next?

Further study in NC Media or in media-related

subjects at HNC/D or degree level.




programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks


Photography*Higher*Subject to validation

Photography has an increasingly significant core

function within the creative industries and also

within the commercial and scientific community

in Scotland. Employment opportunities in

photography continue in Scotland, but the

required skill set has changed to reflect

technological advances in the subject and the

prevalence of digital photography, combined with

the demands of employers for a technologically

aware and flexible workforce. The Photography

course at SCQF level 6 offers candidates the

opportunity to develop integrated, hands-on skills

across a range of subjects.


• A selection of work in photography. Familiarity

with ICT is highly recommended. You will be

called to interview.


• Intermediate 2 Art & Design at A or B OR

Intermediate 2 English at A or B. Familiarity

with ICT is highly recommended



What next?

HNC Contemporary Art Practice (dependent

on portfolio).


Study method Full-time or part-time

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Humanities

Early Education and ChildcareHigher

The Early Years Higher is made up of three units.

These include child development, which looks in

detail at the various aspects of development,

through the ages from birth to 12 years. Various

methods of teaching are used, including case

studies and DVDs.

Developmental theory is also delivered, and

considers the impact of many developmental

theorists and how they relate to childcare.




• Standard Grade English at credit level or

equivalent.




What next?

Further study in early education and childcare

depending on individual's qualifications and

experience.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Business ManagementHigher

Have you ever wondered how the world of

business works? If you are interested in pursuing

a career in business, Higher Business

Management will give you a good grounding of

the key business areas.

You will use a variety of study methods – practical

investigations, case studies, business games,

project work and guest speakers.

Studying Higher Business Management allows

you to develop your skills in critical analysis,

communication, problem solving, numeracy, ICT

and working with others.


• Standard Grade Business Management at

Credit level

• Intermediate 2 Business Management

(or its component units)


Course assessment consists of three NABs

(one for each unit) and a course exam covering

all three units.

What next?

HNC Business, HNC Accounting at Inverness

College UHI.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

August 2012 - June 2013

CareIntermediate 2 and Higher

Intermediate 2 Care is delivered on various days

throughout the week, and comprises values and

principles, psyshology and sociology. The

subjects studied for Higher Care give the learner

broad-based theory of the major factors which

can enrich care provision. It is most often studied

by those considering a career in a variety of care

environments.

Entry requirements

• No specific requirements, but candidates are

expected to have a good standard of

written English.

Course content

Higher Care is delivered on a Tuesday, all day,

and comprises values and principles, psychology

and sociology. Other units covered include first

aid, and HIV, Hepatitis B and Aids.


Formative assessment throughout the year, with

summative assessment nearer the time of the

external exam in June.

What next?

Further study in care depending on additional

qualifications and experience.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

EnglishHigher

Higher English involves the detailed study of

language through the analysis of poetry, prose

and drama. Candidates engage with a variety of

texts, reflecting on ideas, relationships, points of

view and motivations. They also complete a

writing portfolio for external examination.

Candidates will gain skills in the use of online

learning methods while studying this course.



to interview.


• Standard Grade English 1 or 2. Entry subject

to interview or intermediate 2 at A or B.




What next?

Progression to Advanced Higher English or entry

into a variety of undergraduate courses.




programme. Also available

as an online course.

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

EnglishIntermediate 2 Intermediate 1 is available

Intermediate 2 English involves the detailed study

of language through the analysis of poetry, prose

and drama. Candidates engage with a variety of

texts, reflecting on ideas, relationships, points of

view and motivations. They also complete a

writing portfolio for external examination.

Candidates will gain skills in the use of online

learning methods while studying this course.



to interview.


• Standard Grade English 3 or 4; or

Intermediate 1 English A or B. Entry subject

to interview.


Continuous assessment plus writing portfolio and

external exam at the end of the academic year.

What next?

Progression to Higher English or another higher

education course.




programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

FrenchIntermediate 2 and Higher

The Higher French courses offer extended

opportunities to apply developing skills in a range

of contexts which include the development of

translation skills, and the opportunity to acquire

greater fluency, flexibility and accuracy in the

language.


• No formal entry requirements: Entry subject

to interview.


• Intermediate 2 French at credit

• Standard Grade French 1 or 2.



end of the year.

What next?

Higher education study at university level.




programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks


HistoryIntermediate 2 and Higher

The aims of the Intermediate 2 and Higher History

course are to enable students to achieve breadth

and depth in their knowledge and understanding

of historical themes. In addition, students will

develop skills to explain historical developments

and events, evaluate sources and draw

conclusions about these sources.

Entry requirements

Entry to the course is at the discretion of the

centre but candidates would normally be

expected to have gained one of the following or

equivalent:

• Standard Grade History or another social

subject at grade 1 or 2 (possibly 3)

• An Intermediate 2 course or unit(s) in History

• A course or unit(s) at Intermediate 2 in

another social subject.

Course content

The candidates must study three units:

1. Historical study: Scottish & British 1850 - 1979

2. Historical study: European & World - Russia

3. Historical special topic: Appeasement & the

Road to War.


• One externally set exam of two papers.

Paper 1 is essay based

Paper 2 is source based

• One extended piece of writing of 2,000 words

researched and written up by student before

hand but completed under exam conditions

and externally marked (essential element of

Final Grade)

• One unit assessment for each unit which is

marked internally.

What next?

Entry into employment and training or further and

higher education courses. The skills attained

provide good foundations for the study of not only

history but any arts and humanities or social

science courses. Employment, for example,

journalism, civil service, local government, police,

libraries, museums. HNC Social Sciences. A

higher education course (e.g. BA Social Sciences,

BA History, B Ed Teaching).



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Duration 36 weeks

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What next?

Entry into a number of further and higher

education courses. It is a good Higher for anyone

thinking about a career in the police or social care.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

PoliticsHigher

This programme is aimed at developing

knowledge and understanding of political

concepts, theories and methods in the context of

UK, Scottish and American politics. There is a

comparative, a theoretical and an institutional

dimension to the Higher.

Entry requirements

While entry to the course is at the discretion of the

centre, it would be beneficial if candidates had

achieved the following:

• Standard Grade in a social subject at grade 1

or 2 or an equivalent Intermediate 2 course or

units

• Any other relevant qualification at an

appropriate level and Standard Grade English

at grade 1 or 2 or Communication at

Intermediate 2.

Course content

All students must study three units:

1. Political structures

2. Political theory

3. Political representation.


• One externally set exam of two papers

• One unit assessment for each of the three

study units (internal assessment).


• One externally set exam of two papers. Paper

I is short essay based. Paper II is source

based


study units marked internally.

What next?

Employment and training or further and higher

education courses. The skills attained provide

good foundations for the study of not only politics

and international relations but also other arts,

humanities and social sciences courses.

Employment, for example, journalism, civil service,

diplomatic service, national and local government,

police, social work.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Modern StudiesHigher

The aims of the Higher Modern Studies course

are related to students gaining an understanding

of the main processes which form the basis of

political and social life in the contemporary world.

These processes are considered in local, national

and international contexts. Knowledge and

understanding of these processes will be gained

and extended and skills gained in the analysis

and evaluation of processes and relevant

sources. Examples of the themes which will

emerge include the rights and responsibilities of

citizens in a democratic society and the moral

and ethical responsibilities of individuals.

Entry requirements

Entry to the course is at the discretion of the

centre but candidates would normally be

expected to have attained one of the following or

equivalent:

• Standard Grade Modern Studies or another

social subject at grade 1 or 2 (possibly 3)

• Intermediate 2 course or unit(s) in Modern

Studies

• A course or units at Intermediate 2 in another

social subject.

Course content

The students must study three units:

1. Political issues in UK

2. Social issues in the UK

3. International issues.



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PsychologyHigher

A Higher-level programme aimed at developing

knowledge and understanding of psychological

theories, concepts, research studies, research

methods, terminology and applications. The study

of psychology has unique potential to promote

the development of cognitive, emotional and

social skills that will enhance study activity,

self-awareness and conceptual understanding of

issues of personal relevance.

Entry requirements

While entry is at the discretion of the college,

candidates will normally be expected to have the

following or equivalent:

• Standard Grade in a social subject at credit

level or an equivalent Intermediate 2 course or

units or Intermediate 2 Psychology

• Standard Grade English at credit level 1 or

Communication at Intermediate 2.

Course content

1. Cognitive psychology

2. Social psychology

3. Developmental psychology

4. The psychology of individual differences

5. Research methods.


• One externally set exam of 2 hours 30

minutes

• 2,000 word research investigation, researched

and written up by student and externally

marked (essential element of final overall

grade)

• One unit assessment for each unit, which is

marked internally.

What next?

Higher Psychology provides suitable preparation

for entry to higher education courses in

psychology or further study in other academic

and vocational subjects. Examples are sciences

or social sciences at HNC or degree level. The

varied skills, knowledge and discipline offer

students preparation for careers in research,

teaching, chartered psychology (forensic, clinical,

educational, occupational) or other employment.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Humanities...cont

PsychologyIntermediate 2

This course introduces students to a range of

psychological explanations of human behaviour. It

includes a practical investigation which will allow

experience to be gained in the research methods

used by social scientists. The course will develop

skills in analysis, evaluation and planning.

Entry requirements


centre, Intermediate 2 Psychology forms part of

the Highers programme and candidates must

meet relevant criteria.

Course content

1. Psychology: Understanding the individual

2. Psychology: Investigating behaviour

3. Psychology: The individual in the social

context.


Unit assessments and external exam.

What next?

Highers programme or a range of NC

programmes. The Highers programme will help

candidates apply to a range of care sector and

social science courses which can lead to

employment in social work, education, social care

and local government.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks


SociologyIntermediate 2

The purpose of the Intermediate 2 Sociology

course is to introduce the distinct features of the

sociological approach to understanding and

explaining human social behaviour. It is to

establish the basic theoretical principles upon

which sociology rests and to develop a

knowledge and understanding of the ways in

which evidence is produced when sociological

research is being carried out.

Entry requirements


centre, Intermediate 2 Sociology forms part of the

Highers programme and candidates must meet

relevant criteria.


Unit assessments and an external exam.

What next?

The Highers programme offers the opportunity to

access higher education and will help candidates

apply to a range of care sector and social science

courses which can lead to employment in social

work, education, social care and local

government.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

SociologyHigher

This programme aims to develop knowledge and

understanding of sociological concepts, theories

and methods, and of their distinctive approach to

the analysis and explanation of society. Specific

topics include crime and deviance, social class

and the family.

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade in a social subject at grade 1

or 2 or an equivalent Intermediate 2 course

• Any other relevant qualification at an

appropriate level and Standard Grade English

at grade 1 or 2 or Communication at

Intermediate 2.

Course content

1. The sociological approach

2. Understanding human society 1

3. Understanding human society 2.


• One externally set exam of one paper


study units (internal assessment).

What next?

Entry into a number of further and higher

education courses. Examples of employment

include the police and social care.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

SpanishIntermediate 2

The key aim of the course is to promote the

progressive development of communicative

competence in a modern foreign language.

Passing the course will demonstrate that the

candidate has reached a worthwhile level of

competence in the foreign language, being able

to function competently in a fairly broad, but

defined, range of personal and/or work-related

contexts.


• No formal entry requirements: Entry subject

to interview.


• Intermediate 1 Spanish at credit

• Standard Grade Spanish 3 or 4 or equivalent

qualification.



end of the year.

What next?

Progression on to Higher Spanish.




programme

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

BiologyHigherIntermediate 2 available

The Higher Biology course provides a

broad-based, integrated study of a wide range

of biological topics and builds on concepts

developed in Standard Grade Biology and

Intermediate 2 Biology courses. The course

investigates what makes biology an important and

fundamental area of science and provides a

general basis for further study or employment in

areas related to biology.

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade Biology, credit level 1 or 2.

• Intermediate 2.


• One externally set exam of 2 hours 30

minutes

• Continual assessment throughout the year in

the form of practical and written tests.

What next?

Entry to many undergraduate courses (not

necessarily related to the biological sciences) at

universities and institutes of further and higher

education. At Inverness College there is scope for

progression to HNC Applied Science or BSc

Environmental Sciences.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Biotechnology Intermediate 2

Biotechnology is the study of living things and life

processes. It ranges from the small scale at cell

level, where technology has revealed a marvellous

microscopic world underlying all our basic life

requirements through to a consideration of the

bodies of plants and animals, the way they relate

to the environment and the effect they have on

our world. Intermediate 2 Biotechnology is a

one-year bridging course designed to build on

knowledge and understanding carried out at

Standard Grade level so as to lead on to Higher

Grade Biology or Higher Grade Human Biology.

Not all students need to continue to Higher Grade

level, but they can benefit from discussions about

the social aspects of the discipline, which include

a study of the human population, genetic

modification and pollution, as well as from the

development of a wide range of transferable skills

such as practical dexterity, problem solving and

scientific writing.

Course content

3 units are covered during the year

• The biology of micro-organisms

• Working with micro-organisms

• Biotechnology processes.

Science and Sport

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade Biology at grade 3 or above

• Standard Grade Science at grade 3 or above

• Intermediate 1 Biology.

Together with:

• Standard Grade English and Maths at grade

3 or above.


Candidates must pass an end-of-unit written

assessment and a practical abilities assessment

for each unit. Both are assessed internally. The

final grade is then determined by the external

SQA examination which is sat in May.

What next?

Biotechnology is recognised as a worthwhile

qualification in institutes of further and higher

education courses. The varied skills, knowledge

and discipline that the course can provide will

give students a firm foundation for careers in such

areas as medicine and veterinary science. The

challenging theoretical and practical aspects of

the course will also prove an excellent

introduction in food sciences, health and

technology.



Campus Midmills

Duration Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

ChemistryIntermediate 2 and Higher

The study of chemistry is well regarded as an

intellectual training and can make an

important contribution to knowledge and

understanding of the physical and natural world.

The courses provide a good basis for further

study in chemistry and related subjects. They also

provide valuable background knowledge for

training for a range of careers and for those who

simply find the subject interesting. All students,

however, can benefit from studies of the social

aspects of the discipline, which include energy

sources and pollution, as well as from the

development of a wide range of transferable skills

such as practical dexterity, numerical problem

solving and scientific writing.

Entry requirements

• Chemistry at Standard Grade (credit level) or

Intermediate 2 for the higher

• Mathematics at Standard Grade (credit level)

or Intermediate 2.

Course content

The course consists of three units, with

associated Core Skills:

1. Energy matters

2. The world of carbon

3. Chemical reactions.



Candidates must pass an end-of-unit written

assessment and a practical abilities assessment

for each unit. Both are assessed internally. The

final grade is then determined by the external

SQA examination.

What next?


necessarily related to chemistry) at universities

and institutes of further and higher education. At

Inverness College there is scope for progression

to HNC Applied Science or BSc Environmental

Science.

The varied skills, knowledge and discipline that

the course can provide will give students a firm

foundation for careers in such areas as medicine,

veterinary science, chemical engineering and

chemical research. The challenging theoretical

and practical aspects of the course will also prove

an excellent introduction to undergraduate

courses in food sciences, health and technology.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Managing Environmental ResourcesHigherThe aim of the Higher Managing Environmental

Resources (MER) course is to extend students'

knowledge and understanding of the environment

from a mainly national perspective through the

study of natural resources, ecology and land use.

It seeks to demonstrate the interactions taking

place between humans and the environment

through a scientific treatment of the principles of

ecosystems and contemporary resource use by

society as a whole. The implications of these

interactions for the future well-being of the envi-

ronment in its widest context will be a central

theme of the course. The course will develop the

candidates' scientific knowledge and experience

by its consideration of principles, methods, data

collection, interpretation and analysis.

Investigative fieldwork will be conducted in

local areas.

Entry requirements

Candidates would normally be expected to have

attained at least one of the following:

• Standard Grade Biology, credit level 1 or 2

• Standard Grade Chemistry, credit level 1 or 2

• Standard Grade Physics, credit level 1 or 2

• Standard Grade Geography, credit level 1 or 2

• Standard Grade Science, credit level 1 or 2

• Intermediate 2 MER (or its component units).

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Course content

The course consists of three units:

1. Natural resource use

2. Investigating ecosystems

3. Land use in Scotland.


• One externally set exam

• One formal assessment for each unit

• Fieldwork reports.

What next?


necessarily related to environmental science/

studies) at universities and institutes of further and

higher education. At Inverness College there is

scope for progression to HNC Applied Science or

BSc Environmental Science.



Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013


A practical report and National Assessment

Bank Tests must be completed for each of the

three units. The candidate must also pass the

final exam.

What next?

Higher National Programme in Sciences,

undergraduate courses at universities and

institutes of further and higher education. At



Science. Subsequent careers include those in

science-based industry, lab analysis, applied

science industry and conservation management.



also online

Campus Midmills

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Human BiologyHigher

This Higher course considers those aspects of

science which have immediate relevance to the

biology of the human species and the influence of

humankind on the biological world. The study of

Higher Human Biology also contributes to the

candidate's general and vocational education and

provides a basis for further study or employment

in areas related to biology.

Topics give emphasis to important developing

areas of human biology including molecular

biology, genetics, immunology, control

mechanisms, human behaviour and the impact of

an increasing population on the environment.

Health issues are highlighted where appropriate.

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade Biology or Chemistry, or

Science 1 or 2

• Intermediate 2 Biology (or its component

units).

Course content

• Cell function and inheritance

• The continuation of life

• Behaviour, populations and environment.

Course content

The course consists of three units: two with four

outcomes and one with five outcomes.


Candidates must pass an end-of-unit assessment

for each unit and an end-of-year exam.

What next?

Higher Mathematics or other programmes of

academic study and training.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

MathematicsHigher

Designed to extend your existing knowledge of

mathematics and can make a useful contribution

to logical thinking processes, problem solving and

communicating solutions to problems.

Entry requirements

• Standard Grade at credit level (grades 1 or 2)

• Intermediate 2 Maths at A or B level on units

1, 2, 3.

• GCSE at A or B level

• Mature students with other qualifications

should contact a member of the team.

Course content

The course consists of three units each with four

outcomes:

1. Algebraic and geometric relationships and

techniques

2. Trigonometry

3. Vectors

4. Calculus.


Assessment at the end of each unit, and a

external examination on the whole course in May.

What next?

Advanced Higher Mathematics.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

MathematicsIntermediate 2Also available at Intermediate 1

The Intermediate 2 Mathematics course is

designed to extend your existing knowledge of

mathematics and can make a useful contribution

to logical thinking processes, problem solving and

communicating solutions to problems. It provides

you with skills which are helpful in other subjects

and which can be important for your everyday life,

now, and in the world of work. Although you may

never use some of the topics you study in the

course again, it will help you to appreciate

mathematics and recognise its importance in

today's scientific world. Also, a mathematics

qualification is thought of highly both in university

entry and in the eyes of employers. Without

mathematics, then science, technology and

engineering would not exist in the advanced form

we see today.

Entry requirements

As mathematics is a progressive subject, if you

do not have a suitable foundation, you will find it

very difficult. As a result, if you have not already

attempted Intermediate 2 Maths, you should have

at least:

• General Standard Grade at levels 3 or 4

• Intermediate 1 Maths at A or B

• GCSE at C or D level

Mature students who have other qualifications

should discuss this with the appropriate person

first. However, if you have an O Grade or O Level

from previous years, this should be sufficient.


PhysicsIntermediate 2 and Higher

The aim of the physics course is to extend

students’ knowledge and understanding of

physics. The courses will offer students

opportunities to gain:

• An increased knowledge and understanding

of facts and ideas, of techniques and of the

applications of physics in society

• Skill in applying their knowledge and

understanding in a wide variety of theoretical

and practical problem-solving contexts

• Skills associated with carrying out

experimental and investigative work in physics

and analysing the information obtained.

The study of physics should also foster an interest

in current developments and applications of

physics, the willingness to make critical and

evaluative comment, and the acceptance that

physics is a changing subject.

Entry requirements

While entry is at the discretion of the centre,

candidates will normally be expected to have the

following:

• Standard Grade Physics with Knowledge and

Understanding and Problem Solving at grade

1 or 2, or

• Intermediate 2 Physics and

• Standard Grade Mathematics at 1 or 2 or

Intermediate 2 Mathematics for the

higher course.

Course content

The course consists of three Higher units:

1. Mechanics and properties of matter

2. Electricity and electronics

3. Radiation and matter.


• One externally set exam paper

• A formal assessment for each of the units

taken

• Lab reports.

What next?


necessarily related to physics), at universities and

institutes of further and higher education. At



Science.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

Sport Higher

This course provides the opportunity for

students to prepare qualifications and a

work placement.

This programme allows the student to taylor-make

their timetable to suit their own study needs from

a very wide list of subjects including traditional

school subjects, such as English, Maths and

Biology, to new vocational disciplines such as

Early Years Education. Most subjects can be

studied at either Intermediate 2 or Higher Level,

allowing a mix of levels to suit your own

experience and ability. Full-time students need to

undertake 18 credits in total.

Students wishing to progress onto HNC/Ds

should aim to undertake a minimum of one

Higher or National Progression Award (NPA). The

following are available from the Sport Department:

National Progression Award: Sport

Development (*G9GF 46)

Higher Group Award (3 credits)

• Activity & participation opportunities in the

community ( F7JL 12)

• Investigate activity development opportunities

in an organisation (F7JM 12).

Science and Sport...cont

National Progression Award:

Exercise & Fitness Leadership (*G9GC 46)


• Cardiovascular training (F7JB 12)

• Free weight training (F7JC 12)

• Circuit training (F7JE 12).

Then select units from:

SQA Higher Performance Units

• Rock Climbing – 1 credit

• Hill-walking – 1 credit

• Orienteering – 1 credit

• Mountain Biking – 1 credit

• Alpine Ski-ing – 1 credit

• Snowboarding – 1 credit

• Placement – 1 credit.

National Governing Body Awards

• MBLA Trail Cycle Leader (TCL) training and

assessment (Mountain Biking)

• Mountain Bike Leadership training &

Assessment (MBL)

• Outdoor First Aid

• Level 3 Basic Expedition Leadership (BEL)

• NPLQ Pool Lifeguard.

Outdoor Pursuits Higher

This course provides the opportunity for

students to prepare for employment or further

study in outdoor adventure industries by

combining academic qualifications, with

national governing body qualifications and a

work placement.

This programme allows the student to

taylor-make their timetable to suit their own

study needs from a very wide list of subjects

including traditional school subjects, such as

English, Maths and Biology, to new vocational

disciplines such as Early Years Education. Most

subjects can be studied at either Intermediate 2

or Higher Level, allowing a mix of levels to suit

your own experience and ability. Full-time

students need to undertake 18 credits in total.

Students wishing to progress onto HNC/Ds

should aim to undertake a minimum of one

Higher or National Progression Award (NPA).

The following are available from the Sport

Department:

National Progression Award: Sport

Development (*G9GF 46)


• Activity & participation opportunities in the

community (F7JL 12)

• Investigate activity development

opportunities in an organisation (F7JM 12).



What next?

Successful completion of the course can lead into

the HNC/D Sports Coaching with Development of

Sport, or HNC Fitness, Health & Exercise at

Inverness College, or articulate into Sport Degrees

at other institutions. There is a proposal to have a

Sport Studies degree at Inverness in the near

future.



Campus Longman

Duration Aug 2012 – Jun 2013

National Progression Award: Exercise &

Fitness Leadership (*G9GC 46)


• Cardiovascular training (F7JB 12)

• Free weight training (F7JC 12)

• Circuit training (F7JE 12).

Sport students then select Higher performance

units from:

• H Badmintion – 1 credit

• H Basketball – 1 credit

• H Volleyball – 1 credit

• Int 2 Personal Development – 1 credit

• Outdoor First Aid (National Award).

In addition there is a wide choice of units at either

Intermediate 2 or H from the Outdoor Pursuits

programme, Psychology, Biology, English, Maths,

Early Years Education, Managing Environmental

Resources, to name a few. The full list of options

will depend upon the timetable selected, and can

be offered at interview stage.


• Interview

• Entry at the discretion of the Course Team.


• Interview



History and PoliticsIn this section:

History and Politics | Scottish History

Scottish HistoryBA (Hons)

The BA Honours Scottish History is for anyone

with an interest in Scottish and Highlands and

Islands history. It explores Scottish history from

the medieval to the modern period within a

northern European and northern Atlantic

perspective, focusing on the cultural, political,

social and economic links between Scotland and

these regions. At each degree level specific

modules which focus on the history of the

distinctive Highlands and Islands region are

offered. The degree takes a traditional, broad

approach to the study of history, taking modules

from a number of history topics and moving on to

focused studies of particular topics of Scottish

history, allowing students to study the history of

the nation and the Highlands and Islands region

in detail.


• Students who have HNC Social Science will

gain direct entry to year 2

• Mature students are encouraged to apply

• Depending on qualifications, you may be

called to interview.


• 3 Highers at BCC or above, one of which

must be History or English or 2 A Levels

at C or above.

History and PoliticsBA (Hons)

In this joint Honours degree you will progress

through the course choosing from a combination

of modules where you will be studying two

complementary subjects, history and politics.

The course has a strong focus on research and

methodological skills.

You will learn through a combination of face-to-

face and video conferencing classes at your

college and individual online study via the Virtual

Learning Experience, with plenty of support from

your tutors and studies adviser.


• Although there are no formal entry

requirements for mature applicants, prior

experience and knowledge will be taken

into account

• Mature applicants will normally be interviewed

• Successful completion of the Highers

programme, an Access to HE programme,

HNC, NC/NQ or equivalent qualification for

existing students

• You may enter year two of the course if you

have completed the HNC Social Sciences

(15 credits).


• 3 Highers – B, C, C with B in History, Politics

or Modern Studies or 2 A Levels at C or

above to include History, Politics or

Modern Studies.



with some formal examinations.

What next?

• Postgraduate study in history or politics

• Employment in the public, private or voluntary

sector - teaching, social work, regional

development, educational administration.

UCAS code VL12


Study method Blended learning, full time

or part time

Campus Longman



(typically Sep-May of each

acedemic year)

Longer PT



Students undertake a range of exams and

coursework including essays, presentations,

primary source exercises and research projects.

What next?

• Postgraduate study

• Careers as a teacher, archivist, researcher.

UCAS code UV212

Start date September 2012 and

January 2013


unstructured




6 years BA PT

8 years BA (Hons) PT

Hospitality with EventsHNC

This course introduces the technical skills and

knowledge in a broad range of industry-related

subjects up to supervisory level. Content includes

control and financial accounting, front office

procedures, supervision and human resource

management, food and beverage service.

Students may also gain a recognised professional

qualification in both food hygiene and personal

licence holder. Students will have the opportunity

to study options relating to events management.

Entry requirements





mature applicants

• Interview.




What next?

• Employment as a trainee manager in the

hospitality industry

• BA Tourism and Hospitality Practice Year 2

(coming Sept 2013)

• Progression to further higher education

level study.

UCAS code 522N



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Hospitality and EventsNC

This foundation programme provides a broad-based

practical training in the leisure industry, combining a

work placement in industry with college-based study.

Content includes skills for work, hospitality subjects,

numeracy, communication, working with others, events

and IT. Candidates will also achieve recognised

industry awards in health and safety and food hygiene.

Entry requirements

• Interview

• 4 Standard Grades at 3 or above to

include English

• There are no formal requirements for

mature applicants.


Continuous assessment through e-learning

portfolio and classroom assessment.

What next?

• HNC Hospitality, HNC Tourism or HNC

Business

• Employment in hospitality-related industry.


Study method Full time, will include work

experience and shift work

Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

HospitalityIn this section:

Hospitality and Events | Professional Cookery

For Modern Apprenticeships please refer to pages 134 to 139 or call the Training Team on 01463 273000

Professional CookerySVQ2SCQF Level 5This programme provides a broad-based practical

training in professional cookery, combining a

16-week work placement in industry with

college-based study. Content includes

preparation and cooking of a range of soups,

sauces, vegetables, hot and cold desserts, and

fish, meat and poultry dishes. Candidates will also

achieve recognised industry awards for health

and safety and food hygiene.

Entry requirements

• Interview


numeric subject


mature applicants

• SVQ 1 Professional Cookery

• Appropriate work experience in industry.


Continuous assessment through the use of

e-learning portfolio and classroom assessment.

What next?

• SVQ level 3 Professional Cookery MA

• Employment in related industry.


Study method Full time or day release, will

include work experience

and shift work

Campus Longman

Duration 30 weeks

Professional CookerySVQ1SCQF Level 4This programme provides an introductory

broad-based practical course designed to provide

students with basic cookery, communication,

numeracy and IT skills and to build confidence

and team building.

Entry requirements

• Interview


numeric subject


mature applicants

• There may be a charge for this course.


Continuous assessment through classroom

assessment.

What next?

• SVQ level 2 Professional Cookery

• Employment in related industry.


and January 2013


Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

18 weeks


Name: Thomas JonesCourse: SVQ Level 1, Professional Cookery

Why did you choose to come to Inverness College UHI?

To learn how to be a better chef.

Tell us about your course?

The chef who is teaching us is brilliant and there is nothing about the course I find too challenging.

Highlights are doing the restaurant food and going out to meet the customers who like eating what

I have prepared.

How did you know this was the right course for you?

I have always enjoyed cooking so this is a bonus for me. It was really my Mum who persuaded me

to do it.

What are you planning to do once you have finished this course?

I am going to apply for the Level 2 in Professional Cookery.

What would you say to potential students thinking of coming to the college?

It’s a great experience and you will love every minute of it!

Aquaculture -Fisheries ManagementSVQ Levels 2 & 3SCQF Levels 5/6This qualification is aimed at prospective students

already working in areas of freshwater fisheries

management. As the field of fisheries management

moves more towards protecting and conserving fish

stocks and habitats, the SVQ aims to meet the

increasing demand for training in additional skills

appropriate to the changing objectives of fisheries

managers and their staff. SVQ level 2 is appropriate

for field assistants, ghillies, DSFB bailiffs,

put-and-take fisheries, volunteers, etc. Progression

to SVQ level 3 may then be appropriate.

The qualification is work based. Candidates are

normally already working in this field, carrying out

studies through distance learning or attending short

courses on specialist units. Learning materials are

provided in the form of study manuals.

The qualification covers aspects relevant to river, loch

and put-and-take fisheries management, with units

focusing on habitat management and assessment,

methods of fish capture and fish rearing amongst the

topics. Candidates will be able to choose from a

range of units.

Four mandatory units and two optional units

must be successfully completed to achieve

the nationally accredited SVQ Fisheries

Management award.

Mandatory units include monitor the condition of a

fishery, catch fish, monitor and maintain health and

safety and manage fisheries habitat. Students also

choose two units from the following options: stock

fish into a fishery, catch fish using electro-fishing

techniques, prepare and operate small craft, construct

and maintain boundaries and paths, fabricate and

install permanent structures for the water environment,

maintain the aquatic production environment, treat

health problems in fish, produce eyed fish eggs,

produce juvenile fish, transport live fish, support

angling on a fishery, implement procedures to protect

fisheries and prepare for coaching sessions. SVQ

levels 2 & 3 are appropriate for students of all ages

who are already working in the industry and who have

a number of years of experience but no qualifications.

The programme is knowledge based and has strong

links with the fish farming industry.


Entry requirements

All candidates for a Fisheries Management

Apprenticeship must be employed full time,

part time, casually or on a voluntary basis in a

relevant fishery.


Assessment takes place throughout each unit and is

carried out by a variety of methods, including

observations, report writing, witness testimony,

questioning for underpinning knowledge,

photographic records and site records where

appropriate.

What next?

HNC/D courses in fish farming.

Start date Rolling entry

Study method Part time course by distance

learning and workplace-

based assessment

Campus N/A

Duration Flexible

Applications to be made by employersthrough the Training Contract Team atInverness College UHI. The Team can alsobe contacted for further course informationon 01463 273000

Electrical Installation SVQ3 SCQF Level 6Studying within the structure of the Electrical

Installation Modern Apprenticeship the course is a

combination of work-based and college training.

It provides the dual benefit of gaining a nationally

recognised qualification while being paid as you

work. Over the course of your 4-year

apprenticeship, you will work to achieve the SVQ

level 3 in Electrical Installation.

Entry requirements

4 standard grades at general level additionally

having undertaken the Electrical Industry's

Apprentice Entrance Selection (SECTT) Test.


Continuous assessment and project work.

What next?

• HNC/D courses in construction

• HNC/D Electrical Engineering.

Start date August 2012 or

October 2012

Study method Block release

5 days Mon to Fri

Campus Longman

Duration 3 years

year 1 18 weeks

year 2 12 weeks

year 3 1 week

Domestic Plumbing SVQ3SCQF Level 6Studying within the structure of a Plumbing

Modern Apprenticeship, the course is a

combination of work-based and college training.

It provides the dual benefit of gaining a nationally

recognised qualification while being paid as you

work. Over the course of your 4-year

apprenticeship, you will work to achieve the SVQ

level 3 in MES Domestic Plumbing.


4 standard grades at general level additionally

having undertaken the Plumbing Industry's

Apprentice Entrance Selection Test.


Continuous assessment and project work.

What next?

• HNC/D courses in construction.

Start date August 2012 or

October 2012

Study method Block release from

the employer

Campus Longman

Duration 3 years

Construction Operations SCQF Level 5This programme is for those already working in

the construction industry. It includes units such as

construction safety practices, laying and finishing

concrete, operating power tools and equipment

and using machinery for compacting materials.

Entry requirements

Must be in relevant employment.


Continuous assessment throughout the course

plus work-based assessments.

What next?

• Certificate in Construction Co-ordination or

VQ Construction Site Supervision.


Study method Block release attendance

plus work-based assessment

Campus Scottish School of Forestry,

Balloch and Longman

Duration 2 years (typically Sep - Jun

of each academic year)

Modern Apprenticeships...cont

Applications to be made by employers

through the Training Contract Team at

Inverness College UHI.

The Team can also be contacted for further

course information on 01463 273000



What next?

• A progression to Modern Apprenticeship

Level 3 may be available on application and is

funding dependent.


Study method One day a week in college or

block release (two weeks at

college three times a year)

with attendance over two

years

Campus Longman

Duration 2 years


Performing Engineering Operationsand Engineering Practice SVQ2 and NCSCQF Level 5This 1-year full-time course is for apprentices only

and offers the opportunity to specialise in one of

the following engineering disciplines:

Manufacture/Production – provides the opportunity

for people to train to work on milling machines,

lathes, grinding & boring machines and a range

of CNC (computer numerical control) machines.

Subjects from other engineering areas can also

be studied.

Fabrication and Welding – typical subjects

include: TIG (tungsten inert gas welding); Stick

(manual metal arc welding); MIG (metal inert gas

welding); spot welding (car body welding);

pipefitting; plating & general fabrication; hot and

cold cutting and forming; testing: destructive and

non-destructive (ultrasonic, dye penetrant, MPI

[magnetic particle inspection]); use of rolling,

flanging and cutting machinery.

Welding and Pipefitting – typical subjects include:

pipe forming and joining in a range of materials;

system design and testing; welding technology;

welding procedures; specification and testing.

Welding only – specialising in welding techniques.

Typical subjects include: TIG (tungsten inert gas

welding); Stick (manual metal arc welding); MIG

(metal inert gas welding); spot welding (car body

welding); testing: destructive and non-destructive

(ultrasonic, dye penetrant, MPI [magnetic particle

inspection).

HairdressingLevel 2 SCQF Level 5Inverness College as a training provider offers

Hairdressing Modern Apprenticeships at Level 2

for students/ stylists already employed in a salon.

Training is provided in three fully equipped salons

at the Inverness College Longman Campus and

is complementary to training conducted in the

workplace. The qualification is delivered as a

partnership between Inverness College, the

training provider, the employer (salon) and the

student. A homework diary should be completed

by the student in the workplace and a minimum

of two models per week is recommended in

order to gain the necessary experience to

complete the qualification.

We encourage employers to visit the college,

view facilities and discuss their training needs with

staff. These visits can be as and when required

and are beneficial for integrated training in college

and on site.

Entry requirements

• Candidates should be a minimum age 16

years and employed in a salon

• Potential candidates will be required to

complete a course application form and

demonstrate a record of work experience

and school references

• Three standard Grades at Grade 3 or above

including English are recommended. All

candidates must attend a pre-course interview.

Maintenance – the candidate will learn to

maintain various types of industrial machinery,

maintenance of plant, mechanical, electrical and

electronic equipment.





• Preferable to have all Core Skills at

Intermediate 1


.


Continuous assessment throughout the course.

What next?

• SVQ 3 On-site Assessment in Fabrication and

Welding/Mechanical or Electrical

Maintenance/Manufacture/Production

• HNC Fab/Weld

HNC Engineering Practice

HNC Engineering Systems.


Study method FT or block release

(3 x 10 week blocks)

NB: the SVQ 2 PEO must be

completed in one calendar

year

Campus Longman

Duration 1 year FT

PT by arrangement

Painting & Decorating SCQF Level 6

This programme is for those already in the

construction industry. Students will be working

towards the PDA Painting & Decorating - SCQF

level 6. Content includes applying coatings to

metal, timber and cementitious surfaces,

foundation and plain colour schemes, decorative

effects and colour schemes.


• Will be confirmed with the applicant. Must be

in relevant employment.


• Construction skills test / interview. Must be in

relevant employment.



What next?

• PDA Painting & Decorating – SCQF level 7



Campus Longman

Duration 20 weeks

HospitalitySCQF Level 5/6

Inverness College UHI offers Level 2 and Level 3

Modern Apprenticeships in Hospitality. This sector

and related industries demand professionally

qualified chefs for their establishments. The

reputation and promotion of Scotland’s finest

ingredients depend on technically skilled

professionals to prepare and present these dishes.

The Level 2 Hospitality Modern Apprenticeship

is designed to build practical skills. Units include

basic preparation and cooking of soups, sauces,

vegetable dishes, hot and cold desserts, fish,

meat and poultry dishes and maintenance and

promotion of hygiene, cleaning of food production

areas and safety in the working environment.

The Level 3 Hospitality Modern

Apprenticeship is a progression from the Level 2

and further develops advanced techniques. The

course is designed to establish, develop and

extend technical skills and expertise within a

practical environment whilst building and

enhancing work experience.

Entry requirements

Applicants should be a minimum of 16 years of

age and in employment.

• Level 2: Candidates should have a genuine

interest and enthusiasm for food preparation

and presentation and a commitment to

working in the industry.

• MA Level 2 in Food Preparation and Cooking

is preferable

• Candidates should have 3 standard grades at

level 3 or above and/ or current commercial

experience

• Level 3: SQA Level 2 in Food Preparation and

Cooking

• Extensive current commercial experience

• Candidates will be required to undergo

an interview.



What next?

Employment opportunities through progression on

the programme include Commis Chef and Chef

De Partie or Demi Chef De Partie. Or continued

studies onto a HND/HNC.


Study method One day a week in college or

block release (two weeks at

college three times a year)

with attendance over two years

Campus Longman

Duration 2 years

Modern Apprenticeships...cont

Applications to be made by employers through the Training Contract Team

at Inverness College UHI. The Team can also be contacted

for further course information on 01463 273000

Life Sciences SCQF Level 6

This is a course designed to train and develop

life science technicians who are currently in

full-time employment. Candidates develop both

their underpinning knowledge and practical skills

and gain credit for both.

Entry requirements

• 3 passes at SCQF level 5, or relevant work

experience (in negotiation with college and

employer).



What next?

• MA Life Science level 3, HNC or degree.

Start date Rolling entry

Study method Part time and work-based

assessment

Campus Midmills

Duration Flexible

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair SVQ3SCQF Level 6Course certified by the Institute of the Motor

Industry. The course is designed for those

employed in the motor vehicle industry and is

recognised and valued by employers. The course

covers comprehensive light vehicle theory and

practice. Heavy vehicle and refinishing disciplines

may also be studied.


• Candidates must be working in relevant

industry.


• Not suitable for school leavers as candidates

have to be working in a relevant job.





What next?

• Employment within the motor vehicle industry.


Study method Part time attendance by

block release.

Campus Longman


Roof Slating, Tiling and Cement WorkSCQF Level 6This programme is for those already working in

the construction industry. Students will be working

towards the PDA Roof Slating, Tiling and Cement

Work - SCQF level 6. Content includes units such

as plain tiling to hips, valleys and curved eaves,

single lap tiling to hips and gables, random

slating to vertical, hip and valley roofs, cement

work, fibre cement slating and the construction

skills health & safety test.


• Will be confirmed with the applicant.

• Must be in relevant employment.


• Construction skills test / interview. Must be in

relevant employment.



What next?

• PDA Roof Slating & Tiling - SCQF level 7.



Campus Longman

Duration 20 weeks


Science In this section:

Steminars | Science | Applied ScienceArcheology and Environmental Studies | Environmental Science

For Modern Apprenticeships please refer to pages 134 to 139 or call the Training Team on 01463 273000

ScienceIntroduction

Introduction to Science is for students who have no

formal training in science but would like to know

more. Successful completion of the course leads to

the NC Applied Science award at level 5 and two

Intermediate 2 awards. Students study subjects such

as biotechnology, chemistry, ecology and maths as

well as gaining experience in both laboratory and

field skills.

Entry requirements

• Entry is subject to interview.


Continual assessment with optional end-of-year

exams.

What next?

Science Highers.



Campus Longman

Duration 36 weeks

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

STEMINARS

The STEMINARS (Science, Technology, Engineering

and Maths - Information, Navigation and Revision

Sessions) are for students aged 15-16 and are

designed to help them with revision, to set the STEM

subjects in context and to provide information on

related careers.

Entry requirements

Students must be studying at least one STEM subject

at school.


Poster presentation.

What next?

Introduction to Science or Science Highers.


Study method Evening

Campus Longman

Duration 12 weeks


Applied ScienceHNC

The HNC Applied Science course is a

broad-based course offering an introduction to more

advanced level science, and practical training in a

wide range of scientific subjects. Students only

wishing to study part time may exit with a PDA in

Laboratory Science, or instead study the HNC over

two years.




• 1 Higher at C or above which must be in a

science subject or the completion of an

appropriate Access course.


Continual assessment of course and lab work.

What next?

Students may articulate from HNC Applied Science,

directly into level 8 of the BSc Environmental Science

or progress to HND/degree level study elsewhere.

UCAS code 0CFG



Campus Midmills



Course work and examinations at the end of each

semester.

What next?

• PhD/Postgraduate or Masters levels

• Careers in research, policy or interpretation

with a range of wildlife or heritage groups,

including Historic Scotland and SNH.

UCAS code VF49


Study method A blend of video conference

and online delivery

Full time or part time


Duration FT 4 years

PT 8 years

Archaeologyand Environmental StudiesBSc (Hons), CertHE, DipHEThe Archaeology and Environmental Studies

degree focuses on the scientific aspects of the

archaeological discipline. Issues regarding

sustainability, techniques of field-based evidence

and ethics are also covered. Students will study

both the archaeology and the environmental

characteristics that are distinctive of the Highlands

and Islands and develop an understanding of the

importance of sustainable management of both.

Graduates with a joint Archaeology and

Environmental Studies degree will have a broad

base of knowledge of history and field processes

in both archaeology and environment, as well as

skills in a breadth of styles of written

communication and analysis.




• 3 Highers at C or above, or 2 A Levels at C,

or the completion of an appropriate

Access course.

Science...cont


Environmental ScienceBSc (Hons), CertHE, DipHE

The Environmental Science degree is a

broad-based course offering training in a wide

range of scientific subjects. On completion of the

programme, students will have developed an

understanding of environmental systems,

developed their field and laboratory skills and had

the opportunity to undertake fieldwork in the

Scottish Highlands.




• 3 Highers at C or above, one of which must

be in a science subject, or 2 A Levels at C, 1

of which is a science subject, or the

completion of an appropriate Access course

• Students may articulate from HNC Applied

Science, directly into Level 8

• Other related HNCs will be considered for

direct entry to second year using the APL

process.


Course work and examinations at the end of

each semester.

What next?

• Further study, PhD/Postgraduate or Masters

levels, science research

• Environmental Science graduates would be

likely to pursue careers which involve their

technical lab or field skills, with employers

such as Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish

Environmental Protection Agency, local

authorities, Forestry Commission, ecological

consultancies, or with national (e.g. RSPB) or

local (e.g. Scottish Wildlife Trust) NGOs and

charities.

UCAS code F900


Study method A blend of lab/field work,

video conference and online

delivery. Full time or part time


Duration 4 years FT

8 years PT

Specialist ProgrammesIn this section:

Adult Foundation | Options | Skills Builder

Skills BuilderNQ at Access 2

This course is designed to give students with

moderate learning difficulties the opportunity to

develop individual abilities and interests as well as

increasing the student's awareness of the

community with a view to living as independently

as possible.

It is also designed to introduce students to the

world of work. Subjects may include sport and

fitness, art, IT, film studies, using a camera,

cookery, personal development, group activities

and work experience.

Entry requirements




What next?

• Some students may be able to progress to

the Skills Builder course

• Supported employment working with a job

coaching agency.



Campus Longman

Duration Up to 3 days per week

for a number of years

Duration 1 to 2 years

Adult Foundation NQ Units at Access 1 or 2

This course is for students with moderate to severe

learning difficulties. The main aim is that they

develop autonomy, self-reliance and maturity through

participation in a range of activities. Subjects may

include enterprise, numeracy and shopping, cookery,

group activities, art, film and media studies,

environmental issues, citizenship, IT and office skills.

Entry requirements




What next?

• Some students may be able to progress to

the Skills Builder course

• Supported employment working with a job

coaching agency.



Campus Longman

Duration Up to 3 days per week

for a number of years


OptionsNQ Access 1 Units & CollegeCertificatesThis programme is intended for people who require

varying degrees of support in their daily living and

learning environment. Part of the programme offered

has been adapted to suit the needs and interests of

mature students and also those with severe and

profound learning difficulties, having very poor or no

verbal communication skills.

Subjects may include music, art and craftwork,

cooking, craftwork, social pursuits, printing, citizenship,

shopping and woodwork.

Entry requirements




What next?

Adult Foundation course.



Campus Longman

Duration 1 to 2 days for a

number of years

SportIn this section:

Army Preparation | Introduction to Sport, Fitness and Outdoor StudiesOutdoor Pursuits | Sport and Fitness | Fitness, Health and Exercise Sports Coaching with Development of Sport | Skills for Work Uniformedand Emergency Services VPP (Refer to Schools section on page 39)

For Sport Highers please refer to pages 124 to 129

Army PreparationNQSCQF Level 4This 18-week course is designed to both give

candidates an insight into the various employment

opportunities within the Army, and to prepare them for

the full range of army entrance tests, including core

skills and fitness. Graduates from this course have also

gone on to further study, e.g. NQ and employment in

related fields.

Entry requirements


applicants

• Entry is at the discretion of the Course Team

• Interview.



What next?

Successful completion of the course can lead to

progression to a variety of NQ programmes within the

college, further study elsewhere or employment. In

particular, a high proportion of students on this course

successfully gain entry into the Army.

Start date August 2012 and January 2013


Campus Longman

Duration 18 weeks (Aug 2012 - Jan 2013,

and Jan 2013 - Jun 2013)

Why did you choose to do the course you did?

• I wanted to join the Army and this course gives

you a great insight into the Army

• I knew I wasn’t ready for the Army because of

my fitness and confidence levels

• I chose the course because it was well

recommended by previous students

What did you enjoy most about the course?

• Seeing how much my fitness and confidence

has improved. There is fitness everyday

• Making lots more friends. It doesn’t take long

to start bonding with the other students

• Such a good learning and professional

environment. I couldn’t believe I was at college

Is there anything specific you would recommend

about the course?

• If you want to join the Army this course will

definitely get you ready and into the Army if you

give 100%

• The staff know exactly how to get the best out

of you in preparation for the Army

• The all-inclusive work experience is great. One

week at Scottish Soldier, Military Residential

week and another week of Adventure Training

What do you plan to do next/once you finish

the course?

• After the course I plan to be in the Army.

A lot of my class are going down to the Army

Development and Selection Centre in

Edinburgh to find out if they will get a job in the Army

• I plan to continue in Further Education

• I plan to update my CV with my new qualifications

as I now have experience and qualifications.

Testimonials fromClass 2011/12


Sport and Fitness NCGA - SCQF Level 5

This is a National Certificate Group Awards

(NCGA) programme. This course provides

a general introduction to the sport and leisure

industries and to fitness, health and exercise. It is

a nationally recognised programme and is well

designed to lead the candidate into employment

opportunities or progression onto a wide range of

level 6 courses. As well as sports performance

units (basketball, volleyball, lifesaving, badminton,

etc.), the course contains elements of sports

coaching, sports development, physiology,

personal well-being and exercise.


• Interview



• Interview




What next?

Successful completion of the course can lead

into the Sport Highers programme at Inverness

College, which includes outdoor pursuit or

traditional sport options, as well as a range of

SQA Highers.



Campus Longman


Outdoor Pursuits SCQF Level 5

This is a full-time course focusing on practical

activities on land and water, including mountain

biking, hill-walking, orienteering, kayaking and a

choice of sports. This course also involves a

residential experience. Qualifications are provided

through SQA at Intermediate level 2 with emphasis

on students developing and logging the underpinning

knowledge and experience required to undertake

national governing-body qualifications which are

well recognised within the industry. With the inclusion

of core skills in the programme students can

achieve the necessary skills to progress onto the

Sports Higher programme.


• Interview



• Interview




What next?

Successful completion of the course can lead into

the Sports Highers programme, which includes

outdoor pursuit or traditional sports options, as

well as a range of SQA Highers.



Campus Longman


Introduction to Sport, Fitness andOutdoor StudiesNQ - SCQF Level 4This course provides a general introduction to the

sport, fitness and outdoor industries and is well

designed to provide basic skills in a wide range of

activities for those who are not certain of their

chosen career path. This course enables

progression onto a wide range of level 5 courses,

including those specifically in Sport and Fitness or

Outdoor Pursuits.

Entry requirements

• There are no formal entry requirements. Entry

at the discretion of the Course Team.



What next?

Successful completion of the course can lead

to progression on NGA Sport and Fitness or

NQ Outdoor Pursuits or other SCQF level

5 programmes.



Campus Longman


Sport...cont

Sports Coaching with Development of SportHNCThis course will provide students with an

underpinning knowledge of, and competencies in,

sports coaching and sports development, which

will equip them for employment in the field of

sport, leisure and recreation and/or continued

study to degree level.


• Entry is at the discretion of the Course Team.


• 2 Highers at C or above, English or PE an

advantage plus 3 Standard Grades at

3 or above.

All candidates have to complete a Disclosure

Scotland criminal record check.



What next?

• HND Sports Coaching with Development of

Sport year 2

• Employment in the public sector, e.g. sports

development officer. Employment in the

private sector, e.g. NGB development officer

• The HND also articulates onto the third year

of a Sports Coaching degree at other Scottish

institutions.

UCAS code 16XC



Campus Longman

Duration Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

Fitness, Health & ExerciseHNC

This course provides candidates with the

appropriate skills and knowledge required to work

at a range of levels in the fitness, health and

exercise industry. Study areas include exercise

principles and programming, fitness testing and

assessment, first aid, sports injury, leadership

and personal effectiveness, anatomy and exercise

physiology, nutrition, diet and weight control.


• Entry is at the discretion of the Course Team.


• 2 Highers at C or above, English or PE an

advantage plus 3 Standard Grades at

3 or above.



What next?

Employment as instructor, exercise teacher,

fitness adviser or gym supervisor.

UCAS code 206C



Campus Longman



Sports Coaching with Development of SportHNDThe HND programme provides progression from

the HNC course, extends the opportunity for

practical application of theory and introduces

research skills. Finance, management and

communication skills are also included at

this level.

Entry requirements

• HNC Sports Coaching with Development

of Sport.



What next?

• Degree level study at other institutions

• Employment in public sector (e.g. sports

development officer), employment in the

private sector (e.g. gym instructor or

freelance fitness trainer).

UCAS code 1X6C



Campus Longman


Name: Angus Logan Course: HNC Fitness Health and Exercise

I came to Inverness College because I have ayoung family and moving isn’t an option however,I’m very happy with the course and college. WhenI first arrived I wasn’t sure if this was going to bethe right course, however I feel the work load isspot on, with a great mix of classes.

Just about to finish semester 1 and I can’t wait forthe new classes in semester 2. The whole courseis giving me a really solid foundation for my goalof becoming a personal instructor, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a career in the fitness industry.

Q: Which course is right for me?A: The college staff will be happy to give you advice aboutcourses, study options and funding which may be available.Attending the college open evenings and speaking to staff willhelp you make your choice.

Q: I have chosen a course that I would like to study.How do I apply?A: You can download the application form from the website,collect a form from the college reception or phone us and wewill send one out to you. If you need advice about completingthe form the Guidance Team will be happy to help.

Q: There are two courses that I would like to study but I'mnot sure which course to choose. What should I do?A: You should apply for all the courses that you would like tostudy. You can discuss each course further with the coursetutor at the interview stage or beforehand by contacting thecollege on 01463 273000 and you will be directed to thesubject specialist.

Q: I need two Highers to do the HNC that I want to do,but I didn't do any Highers at school. Is there any otherway I can gain entry to the course?A: Yes, there are several ways you can gain entry to the HNC.One option is to take the Higher you require for the course,by studying full time or part time, and apply for the HNC onceyou successfully gain the Higher required, or you may beable to apply for a NC level course in the same disciplinewhich will offer entry to the HNC once you successfullycomplete it, or if you are a mature student your experiencemay be taken into account and you may not need thenormal entry requirements.

Q: I am a mature student (over 21) and I have chosen acourse I would like to do. It has been years since I was atschool and I have not done any other studying since then.Will I be able to join the course?A: Candidates over 21 with relevant experience may beadmitted after interview without the normal entry requirements.There are study skills workshops held over the summer periodthat will help you to ‘brush up’ your skills for study inpreparation for the start of your course.

Q: I am currently receiving job seekers allowance benefitbut I would like to study full time. Will this affect my benefit?A: You will lose your benefit if you study full time. However,you will be able to study on a part time basis and keep yourbenefit.

Q: What if I am receiving benefits?A: If you are receiving a means tested benefit then you may beeligible to have your fee waived for some part time courses. Fora full time course please contact the Guidance Team. Evidenceof benefit is required.

Q: I would like to study at Inverness College but I live toofar away to travel each day. What are my options?A: The college does not have Halls of Residence but TheGuidance Team produce an accommodation list whichfeatures flats and rooms to let in the area. ContactT: 01463273000 for a copy to be sent to you. There are alsocourses you can study from home by distance learning.

Q: I am interested in taking one unit of a course, but I donot want to do the whole course. Is this possible?A: Yes, this is called 'in-filling'. You should discuss this withthe course leader.

Q: I would like to attend a course but I think that I willneed help with essay writing. Is there any help available?A: Additional help is available. We offer support in a range ofareas, including essay writing. You will be able to sit downwith a member of staff and work out a learning plan to suityour needs. Please indicate on your application form if youwould like help from this service.

Q: My company has an opportunity for an apprentice /office junior but we are not sure how to go aboutrecruiting and training. Can the college help?A: Yes, contact our Business Development Team for shortcourses or the Training Team for Modern Apprenticeships.Training can be provided even if you are already employed.Contact: 01463 273000 for either team.

Q: Do I have to study full time?A: Most college courses allow the opportunity to study on a part time basis. Contact the college if you want to discussthis with the course tutor.

Q: How much will it cost?A: If you enrol on a full time course, normally you will nothave to pay fees. Students on further education coursesmust apply for a college Bursary/EMA. Students on highereducation courses must apply to the Student Awards Agencyfor Scotland (SAAS).

Q: Is there help if I have a disability or learning difficulty?A: During your course you may feel that there are gaps inyour education, or difficulties because of a disability, thatinterfere with your learning. If you feel that you need help withyour study skills we can offer you individual support.

Q: How will I learn?A: A lot of college courses include a practical element andmany also include work experience in addition to classteaching. You will also be given projects and assignments toundertake outwith class time and many students make theuse of the facilities in the Learning Centre to completethis work.

Q: What happens at the end of my course?A: You can go on to further study, or you may decide tofind employment. The course information in this prospectusgives you an idea of what courses you can go on to studyor the types of jobs you might be able to go into. Thecollege can help with your job search skills and careersadvice and guidance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


A

Access to Further Education (Intermediate 1) NQ 42

Accounting Foundations in Accountancy ACCA 48

Accounting HNC 47

Accounting HND 47

Accounting Technician ACCA 48

Acting and Performance HND 76

Acting and Theatre Performance NC 76

Administration National Progression Award 49

Administration & Information Technology HNC 50

Administration & Information Technology HND 51

Administration NC 49

Applied Science HNC 141

Arboriculture & Urban Forestry HNC 98

Arboriculture & Urban Forestry HND 99

Archaeology and Environmental Studies

BSc (Hons), Cert HE, Dip HE 142

Architectural Technology Higher 115

Architectural Technology HNC 65

Architectural Technology HND 65

Architectural Technology BSc 65

Army Preparation NQ 147

Art and Architecture NC 73

Art and Design Higher 115

Art and Design Introduction 74

Art and Design NC 74

Assessor Award and Verifier Awards 79

B

Beauty Care NC 54

Beauty Introduction 54

Beauty Therapy HNC 55

Beauty Therapy HND 55

Biology Higher 124

Biotechnology Intermediate 2 124

Book Keeping PDA 48

Bricklaying National Progression Award 66

Business HNC 57

Business & Management BA (Hons) 57

C

Care Higher 118

Carpentry and Joinery National Progression Award 66

Child and Youth Studies BA (Hons) 81

Child, Health and Social Care 107

Childhood Practice BA 80

Children's Care Learning and Development SVQ3 80

Chemistry Higher 125

CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Practice 58

CIPD Certificate in Learning and Development Practice 58

Civil Engineering HNC 66

CMI Certificate in Management 59

CMI Diploma in Management 59

CMI Diploma in Public Service Leadership 59

College Link Access Units & College Certificates NQ 44

Community Link Access 3 to Intermediate 1 NQ 44

Computing BSc 63

Computing HNC/HND 63

Conservation Skills Certificate (SCQF Level 5) 98

Construction NPA 67

Construction Management HNC 68

Construction Operations Modern Apprenticeship 136

Construction Operations National Progression Award 68

Contemporary Art Practice HND 75

Counselling Introduction 108

Counselling Skills COSCA Certificate 108

Creative Industries NC 73

D

Digital Media Computing Level 4 NC 62

Digital Media Computing Level 5 and 6 NC 62

Domestic Plumbing Modern Apprenticeship SVQ3 136

Drama Higher 116

E

Early Education and Childcare Flexible Programme 81

Early Education and Childcare Higher 118

Early Education and Childcare HNC 82

Early Education and Childcare NC 82

Education Support Assistance PDA 83

Electrical and Mechanical Engineering BEng 88

Electrical Engineering NC 86

Electrical Installation Modern Apprenticeship 136

Electrical Installation and Engineering 69

Electrical Installation with Renewables 70

Course index

Electrical Installation with Renewable Energy

Pre-apprentice 69

Engineering Access 85

Engineering Introduction 85

Engineering Systems HNC 86

Engineering Systems HND 87

English Higher 119

English Intermediate 2 119

Environmental Science BSc (Hons) Cert HE, Dip HE 142

ESOL Advanced 94

ESOL Business Course 95

ESOL Elementary 93

ESOL Intermediate 94

ESOL Pre-Intermediate 93

ESOL Upper Intermediate 94

F

Fabrication, Welding and Inspection HNC 89

Fisheries Management SVQ Levels 2 & 3 135

Fitness, Health and Exercise HNC 149

Forestry Certificate (SCQF Level 5) 98

Forestry HNC 99

Forestry HND 100

French Higher 119

Frequently Asked Questions 150


Light Vehicle Repair IMI Diploma 91

Literature BA (Hons) 77

M

Managing Environment Resources Higher 60

Mathematics Higher 127

Mathematics Intermediate 2 127

Mechanical Engineering NC 86

Media Studies Higher 117

Medical Administration PDA 51

Medical Terminology for Administration Staff with Audio 51

Modern Studies Higher 121

Motor Vehicle Access 90

O

Office Administration PDA 52

Office Information Technology PDA 52

Office Management and Information Technology PDA 52

On-site Assessment in Fabrication and

Welding/Maintenance/Manufacture/Production SVQ3 89

Oral Health Science BSc 110

Outdoor Pursuits Higher 129

P

Painting and Decorating Modern Apprenticeship 138

Painting and Decorating National Progression Award 70

Pathways to Study 1 & 2 44

Performing Engineering Operations

(PEO) SVQ2 and Engineering NC 137

Performing Engineering Operations 89

Photography Higher 117

Physics Intermediate 2 and Higher 128

Politics Higher 121

Professional Cookery SVQ1 133

Professional Cookery SVQ2 133

Psychology BSc (Hons) 111

Psychology Higher 122

Psychology Intermediate 2 122

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Quantity Surveying HNC 70

Quantity Surveying HND 70

Quantity Surveying BSc 71

R

Roof Slating and Tiling National Progression Award 71

Roof Slating, Tiling and Cement Work

Modern Apprenticeship 139

S

Science Introduction 141

Scottish History BA (Hons) 131

Short IT Courses 62

Social Care HNC 112

Sociology Higher 123

Sociology Intermediate 2 123

Spanish Intermediate 2 123

Specialist Programmes - Adult Foundation 145

Course index

H

Hairdressing Introduction 103

Hairdressing 1 year SVQ2 103

Hairdressing 2 year SVQ2 104

Hairdressing Modern Apprenticeship 137

Hairdressing SVQ3 105

Health and Social Care SVQs 108

Health and Social Care NC 107

Health and Well-being MA 110

Health Care HNC 109

Health Studies (with Rural Health or Health and Welfare) BA 109

History Higher 120

History and Politics BA (Hons) 131

Hospitality and Events HNC 132

Hospitality and Events NC 132

Hospitality Modern Apprenticeship 138

Human Biology Higher 126

I

Infection Control MSc/PgDip/PgCert 113

Interior Design & Architecture 74

Introduction to Business, Management & Accounting 57

L

Land Based Skills Certificate (SCQF Level 5) 97

Learning and Managing Care Services 107

Life Sciences Level 2 Modern Apprenticeship 138

Light Vehicle IMI Certificate 90

Specialist Programmes - Options 145

Specialist Programmes - Skills Builder 145

Sport and Fitness NCGA 148

Sport Higher 128

Sport Studies NQ 142

Sports Coaching with Development of Sport HNC 149

Sports Coaching with Development of Sport HND 149

STEMINARS 141

Sustainable Forest Management BSc 101

T

Teaching in Further Education: An Introduction PDA 83

V

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair 91

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Modern Apprenticeship 139

Visual Communications HNC 75

W

Workwise Access 3 & Intermediate 1 45


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