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As the newly appointed Director of The Institute for Lifelong Learning (TILL) at the University of Sheffield, I would like to encourage you to consider studying with us, and can assure you of a warm welcome.

TILL enables students who may not have studied for some time and who may need support in building their confidence, to gain higher education qualifications from the prestigious University of Sheffield. Established in 1947, TILL has over 60 years of experience of offering flexible, part-time study to mature students in supportive groups and with expert tutors. Studying with TILL can transform your life. It can do this by:

• Enhancing your career prospects

• Building confidence and self esteem

• Enabling you to support your children and act as a role model for them

• Extending your subject knowledge and building skills including how to apply knowledge, analysis, written communication, logical thinking and problem solving

It’s easier than you think • We offer generous fee waivers for students

on low incomes, and if you apply for a government loan, there will be nothing to pay until 2016

• Our friendly and supportive staff will advise you about which course will best help you fulfil your ambitions

• Most of our teaching takes place in the evenings, enabling you to fit your study around home or work commitments

• You don’t need to register for a full degree. Our Foundation Programme or Certificates will help you build your confidence along the way.

The deadline for applications is 31st July but we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so that we can work together to identify the best course of study for you and enable you to prepare for it.

We are looking forward to meeting you!Margaret HartDirector, The Institute for Lifelong LearningThe University of Sheffield

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You can talk with our staff by phoning TILL on 0114 222 7000. You can also meet and chat with members of the TILL outreach team, staff and students, at a wide range of different events across the Sheffield City Region. We will answer your questions about studying at TILL and give you an idea of the type of courses that we have to offer.

Where you can meet the TILL team

We will be out and about over the summer at various community events; for up-to-date information about where we will be, and when, do look at the TILL website at www.sheffield.ac.uk/till/prospective/open-events/events

TILL Roadshow Wednesday 22 May from 10am onwards Central library, Sheffield

TILL Roadshow Thursday 23 May from 10am onwards Winter Gardens, Sheffield

TILL Roadshow Wednesday 26 June from 10am onwards Meadowhall

TILL Open Day Thursday 18 July, 2pm – 7pm TILL

Not sure if you’re ready to go to university?

We offer 3 types of free taster courses for you to try: the ‘Discover’ course, a 3-hour taster and a 2-day taster.

‘Discover’ - a seven-week course designed to get you back into learning if you’re unsure of your next steps.

• are you interested in studying at university, now or in the future and finding out more about how to progress with your studies?

• would you like to increase your confidence and improve your English conversational skills?

• are you interested in meeting people from all over the world who have made Sheffield their home?

If so, then the Discover course could be for you.

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Three-hour Taster - designed to let you know more about studying part-time at TILL.

You’ll be offered a tour of the campus, information about support – including financial – and the opportunity to hear what current and former students at TILL have to say about studying with us part-time.

Two-day Summer Taster Workshop - for a more in-depth taster experience that will give you an opportunity to find out:

• what you can expect to achieve from University study;

• what a University qualification can do for you;

• what support and resources are available to help you;

• what you can do to get the most out of your study and how best to prepare.

This taster is a great chance to meet and work with others thinking about higher level study, sharing your hopes, fears and dreams.

For dates and to book a place on any of these tasters, please go to www.sheffield.ac.uk/till/prospective/ open-events

Or contact TILL’s Adult and Community Widening Participation Officers, Louise Ritchie on 0114 222 8121 or Margaret Lewis on 0114 222 8128. E: [email protected] or E: [email protected]

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Benefits of studying at TILLPa

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The HEAR is a formal degree transcript that lists students’ curricular and extra-curricular achievements. It is a key resource for helping future or current employers to appreciate the

breadth of an individual’s capabilities. For more information please visit

www.sheffield.ac.uk/hear

Improve your job prospects – employers value the qualities developed during study

Combine study and work at the same time – with classes mainly in the evenings

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Affordable – generous fee waivers, partial fee waivers and loans available to new students

Achieve your potential

The Sheffield Graduate,

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“Coming to TILL boosted my confidence... the other students were very supportive and very understanding and mature, and the staff were very supportive as well.” Ethel Maqeda Certificate in Creative Writing

“The preparation for degree-level study provided by the Foundation Programme was fabulous in terms of research, essay-writing and exam skills. It was all geared to how to do higher education. I was given all the tools. TILL is an excellent starting point towards discovering brilliant academic prospects.” Nelson Azumah Foundation Programme in Combined Studies and Law Graduate

“TILL paced everything very well. The support was fantastic and the tutors were outstanding throughout, they give you the push you need. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anybody. The course gave me something to aim for, it was definitely a challenge, and for me it’s got me back into work, which everyone told me I wouldn’t be doing. It’s got me doing something I want to do and I can see a nice rosy future, which I never saw before.”Garry Jewell Social and Political Studies (Combined Studies) – BA (Hons) graduate

“Being a student at TILL has made me grow as a person, changed my perceptions about things and helped me develop skills that I can use elsewhere in life. The TILL process really is a complete journey of learning and I’d recommend taking a course to anyone.”Heather Woodley Spanish and Latin American Studies

What our students say

Garry Jewell

Ethel Maqeda

Nelson Azumah

Heather Woodley

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Getting information and helpThe Student Services Information Desk in the Students’ Union building is the gateway to all the academic and support services that are available to you as a student of the University. For a full list of support services and a selection of frequently asked questions please go to www.sheffield.ac.uk/ssid

Study Skills SupportYou may want to enter higher education, but feel wary of writing essays, using the library and doing other academic tasks. However, there is support in place for all these activities, and all the other things you need to know to study effectively. One good starting place is The Academic Skills Hub; the website has extensive information and guidance on the practicalities of university study www.sheffield.ac.uk/studentskills/tash

Personal tutorsTILL students are allocated a personal tutor. A personal tutor is an academic member of staff who you can contact for advice, support and guidance at any time. A personal tutor can help you make the most of your studies.

Disability and Dyslexia Support ServiceThis service provides support and advice to students with a wide range of disabilities including sensory impairments and impaired mobility, as well as unseen disabilities like dyslexia and mental health difficulties. For a full list of the services available please contact them on 0114 222 1303 or visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/ssid/disability

The Disability and Dyslexia Support Service is happy to deal with enquiries from prospective students concerning their support needs.

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English Language Teaching CentreStudy skills classes are put on specifically for TILL students, at a time compatible with study on other modules.

The English Language Teaching Centre also offers support for students whose first language is not English. It offers free English classes in Academic Reading, Listening and Writing. See www.sheffield.ac.uk/eltc

Careers ServiceThe Careers Service can offer help with career planning through a range of services including individual advice, events, activities and information resources, both face-to-face and online. The service provides easy access to an extensive range of employers and has an online vacancy service. To find out more visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/careers


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TILL has been offering successful part-time degrees at the University of Sheffield since the early 1990’s. These programmes will help you to develop the key skills that employers value.

Modules will promote learning in diverse ways including team work, communication and presentation skills, independent study projects and online learning.

The University of Sheffield was voted ‘University of the Year’ in 2011 and offers one of the best possible environments for academic and personal success, combining traditional with modern approaches to learning.

By the time you graduate you will have gained an impressive range of knowledge and skills, obtained through your studies and by the additional activities you undertake whilst at the University. For a full list of these attributes please visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/sheffieldgraduate

How long will it take?Whatever qualification you are taking, you will need to pass a number of modules, worth either 10 or 20 credits. You will normally be expected to study 60 credits each year. To pass the Foundation Programme or a Certificate, you will need to pass 120 credits.

For the Foundation Degree and Diploma you will need to pass 240 credits and for an honours Degree, you will need to pass 360 credits. If you take 60 credits a year, you could gain a Certificate in two years or an honours degree in six.

It may be possible to gain a degree more quickly and we can discuss this if you are interested. The Foundation Degree takes two and a half years to complete because it is taught during the summer.

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How often will I need to come to classes?Classes are taught in two blocks of 12 weeks, from the end of September until mid December, and from early February until mid May (with a break for Easter). You will normally attend one class a week for each module you are taking. Classes are usually held in the evenings and last from 2–3 hours. Some modules also have field trips or day schools at the weekend, and some are taught on-line with just an occasional tutorial to attend.

If you need to miss a class for any reason you can look at MOLE2 which is the University’s on-line learning site, and this should contain course material that will help you catch up.

What will the classes be like?We try to keep our classes small and informal so that tutors and students can get to know each other and learn together in a supportive, friendly environment.

Our staff are committed to helping you achieve your educational potential. They are experienced adult tutors and although classes will contain an element of lecturing, learning takes place mainly through group discussion, debate and the sharing of knowledge and opinions. Some classes are more practical, for example, musical composition or computer skills.

What kind of work will I have to do?Most modules are assessed by written course-work such as essays, projects, reports, practical exercises and translations. Some assessments involve giving presentations or recitals but don’t worry, you will get lots of help and support in preparation for these. A few courses have formal examinations, but these only form part of the assessment for that module. You will also need to read and study independently, using books, web sites, course handouts and other sources of information.


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How to applyPlease apply for a place on the course you are interested in, using the application form at www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/applying

In order for us to respond to your application, you will need to have an email address – if you don’t have one of your own, please ask a friend or relative to help you with this.

The deadline for applications is 31st July but we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so that we can work together to identify the best course of study for you and enable you to prepare for it. Applications after this date will be considered, please contact us.

Written and spoken EnglishTo study successfully at university level, you will need to be proficient in written and spoken English. You can show this through possession of a qualification such as ‘O’ Level or GCSE English. If you do not have a qualification, we may ask you to supply a sample of written work.

Command of spoken English is something that we may look for at interview. If English is not your first language, or you have not previously studied in English, you may be asked to take an IELTS or USEPT test. If so, we’ll require a minimum average score of 6 with at least 5.5 in each component. For further information on the English Language requirements please go to www.shef.ac.uk/undergraduate/policies/englang

Applicants will normally be invited for an interview. At the interview we will look for things such as enthusiasm, experience, subject knowledge, relevant skills, interests and activities, and an awareness of the time commitment involved in studying part-time for a university qualification.

Computer skillsIn order to benefit most from our facilities and learning resources, you will need basic computer skills and access to email. You do not need to have your own computer at home as we have many open-access computer facilities, some of which are open 24 hours a day.

Passport and visa requirements for international studentsThe University is required to assess its students’ home or overseas status in line with government regulations and new immigration legislation. We ask all students to provide information about their nationality and residential status in order to ensure that their status is correctly recorded as home or international (overseas).

Please note: for students in TILL this does not affect the level of fee you pay; you pay the same rates of tuition fee regardless of whether you are classed as a home or international student.

If you are assessed as an international student you will be asked to bring your passport and visa to Registry Services. The University will retain copies of these documents to satisfy UK immigration requirements. International students who do not have their passport and visa will not be accepted on a course in TILL.

AgeWe would normally expect you to be 21 or over. This is because it takes time to develop the range and level of knowledge, skills, experiences and attributes that can be considered in place of ‘A’ Levels or equivalent qualifications. We do consider applications from younger learners, although we would normally expect applicants under the age of 21 to possess ‘A’ Level or equivalent qualifications and to demonstrate the capacity to study at higher education level.

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Computing facilities You will be given a computer account, which gives you a University email address and access to the University network. There are over 1600 fast computers in rooms around campus, all of which are free to use. You will also be able to access all the University’s electronic services from home through MUSE, the University’s on-line portal.

Library facilitiesYou will have full borrowing rights in the University libraries. The Information Commons is the main library used by most of our students and is open 24 hours a day.

U CardAll students receive a University of Sheffield membership card (UCard). This provides full access to the University Library services and will give you membership of both the Students’ Union and Goodwin Sports Centre.

The UCard also entitles you to student discounts in various shops and means of transport around Sheffield.

Car parking facilitiesThere are a number of University car parks around campus. Permits are required during the daytime, but not after 17.00 (when most of our teaching takes place). In addition to the car parks, there is ample on-street parking during the evening around the main teaching venues.

Union of StudentsAs a member of the Union of Students, you will be entitled to use its facilities (bars, clubs, cafes, shops). The Union also has its own 400- seat cinema, which screens a full programme of films every week during semester time.

Sports facilitiesGoodwin Sports Centre (on Northumberland Road) is open 7 days a week, 52 weeks of the year. It has a swimming pool, gym, squash courts, synthetic pitches and much more.

NurseryThe University nursery is located on Brunswick Street. Information can be found at www.sheffield.ac.uk/union/advice/support-services/childrens-services

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The tuition fee for new part-time UK/EU Undergraduate students in 2013/2014 is £3,375 for 60 credits.

If you don’t already have a degree and take out a tuition fee loan you won’t have to pay anything up front. You will only start to make payments after four years, and then only once your earnings are above £21,000. In addition, if you are on a low income, you may be able to get one or more modules completely free!

There are various ways to pay for your tuition fees at University and these include:

• You apply for a student loan from Student Finance England (SFE).

• You apply for a full or partial University fee waiver.

• You pay your own fees, in full or by pre-set instalments or your employer pays your fees.

A loan from Student Finance England (SFE)You can borrow the entire cost of tuition fees and do not have to pay anything up-front provided:

• you are studying 30 credits or more

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• any previous HE level qualifications you have achieved, are at a lower level than the programme of study you will be taking at TILL

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• you have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to coming to university (not for the purpose of education) AND you have no immigration restrictions on how long you can stay in the UK

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• you have registered for an Award such as a Certificate or a Degree

NB If you are an EU student you are eligible to apply for a tuition fee loan as long as you can provide the required evidence. Asylum seekers are not eligible; if you have Refugee

status or have been granted humanitarian protection you are eligible as long as you have been resident in the UK for a full year prior to starting your studies.

For further information please visit www.gov.uk/student-finance/who-qualifies

Applications for a fee loan will open in summer 2013; we will contact all students providing a link to the fee loan application form when it is available.

A University fee waiverYou will be eligible to receive a part or full University fee waiver if;

• you are taking at least 60 credits each year of study

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• your annual gross household income (i.e. before tax and national insurance) is £25,000 a year or less

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• any previous HE level qualifications you have achieved are at a lower level than the programme of study you will be taking at TILL

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• you have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to coming to university (not for the purpose of education) AND you have no immigration restrictions on how long you can stay in the UK

NB If you are an EU student you are eligible to apply for a fee waiver as long as you can provide the required evidence. Asylum seekers are not eligible; if you have Refugee status or have been granted humanitarian protection you are eligible as long as you have been resident in the UK for a full year prior to starting your studies.

To estimate your fee waiver please visit www.shef.ac.uk/ssid/finance/ptcalculator

To contact the University’s fee waiver team please call 0114 222 1319 or email [email protected]

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Foundation Programme in Combined Studies feesYou will receive a full University fee waiver for all 120 credits of study if your annual gross household income is below £25,000. If your annual gross household income is above £25,000 you can apply for a SFE loan to cover the fee of £6,750.

Certificate feesIf your annual gross household income is below £25,000 you will receive a fee waiver for the first 60 credits of study and you will be required to pay £3,375 for the remaining 60 credits. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover this fee. If your annual gross household income is above £25,000 you can apply for a SFE loan to cover the fee of £6,750.

Foundation Degree (Working with Communities) feesIf your annual gross household income is below £18,000 you will receive a partial fee waiver for the first 90 credits and a full fee waiver for your final 60 credits of study. You will be required to pay £843.75 for your first year and £2,531.25 for your second year. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.If your annual gross household income is above £18,000 and below £25,000 you will receive a partial fee waiver for the first 90 credits and a full fee waiver for your final 60 credits of study. You will be required to pay £1,687.50 for your first year and £5,062.50 for your second year. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.If your annual gross household income is above £25,000 you will be required to pay £5,062.50 for 90 credits for the 1st and 2nd years and £3,375.00 for 60 credits in the 3rd year. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.

Degree feesIf your annual gross household income is below £18,000 you will receive a fee waiver for the first and final 60 credits of study and you will be required to pay £1,687.50 (half of the fee) for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th year of study. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.

If your annual gross household income is above £18,000 and below £25,000 you will receive a fee waiver for the first and final 60 credits of study and you will be required to pay £3,375 for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th year of study. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.

If your annual gross household income is above £25,000 you will be required to pay £3,375 for each year of study. You can apply for a SFE loan to cover these fees.

For further information about fees please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/fees

To estimate your fee waiver please visit www.shef.ac.uk/ssid/finance/ptcalculator

To contact the University’s fee waiver team please call 0114 222 1319 or email [email protected]

If you or your employer are paying your feesYou can pay your fees in full or via a pre-set instalment plan. Your employer will be required to pay your fees in full. Arrangements for paying fees are part of the registration process.

For further information please visit www.shef.ac.uk/ssid/fees

Studying a single module on our Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP)The fee is £562.50 for a 10 credit module and £1,125 for a 20 credit module and is payable at the time of registration. Students studying a single module are not eligible for a tuition fee loan.

Disabled Students’ AllowanceIf you have a disability and are studying at least 30 credits, you may be eligible for help with a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). For further information please contact 0114 222 1303, visit www.shef.ac.uk/ssid/disability or email [email protected]

For a full list of allowances please visit www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/overview


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The Foundation Programme is specially designed for adult learners wanting to access full or part-time University study but who do not have the qualifications needed to gain entry onto a degree programme. It provides a thorough preparation for a wide range of degree subjects, as well as the opportunity to experience university study and it is a recognised way for adults to prepare themselves for higher education, in Sheffield or elsewhere.

Course information The Programme is normally studied part-time over two years. You will attend classes two or three evenings per week, with occasional Saturday schools in some subjects. The first year provides you with a firm grounding in core study skills, including language and numerical skills, necessary for success in your university career. It also gives you the chance to try out a range of different subjects to help you decide what to study in the future.

In the second year you take two subject-specific modules which provide grounding in the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in particular subject areas at university. You also take a further study skills module which helps you to identify the best degree route for you. This will also further develop your individual learning and research skills.

Subject areas currently covered in the second year of the programme include Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, History, Mathematics, Psychology and Social and Political Studies.

Why study a Foundation Programme? You may want to build your confidence and update your study skills before starting on full degree level study. You may want to get a taste of more than one subject area before deciding which particular subject to follow. You may just need formal academic qualifications or knowledge in order to be accepted on a specific degree programme.

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Is the course for me?All applicants attend an informal interview to see if the programme is suitable for them. Since this may be your first step back into formal education, we want to ensure that you are starting in the right place.

You don’t need formal qualifications to start in the first year of study, but you must have adequate literacy and numeracy skills (e.g. Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy certificates at level 2). Direct entry into the second year of the programme may be possible if you have studied recently at level 3 (e.g. AS levels, OU credits, BTEC or NVQs).

One thing you really need is a real desire to learn. The programme can be very challenging at times – both academically and in terms of the time you will need to give to it.

What degrees and careers can the programme lead to?Our students have gone on to a wide range of degrees across many subjects, from education, urban planning and social work, to the health care professions, science and engineering, the humanities, social sciences, journalism, psychology and law.

For further information please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses/foundation-programme

Contact Dr Willy Kitchen T: 0114 222 7021 E: [email protected]


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Are you interested in discovering more about past landscapes and people? The Certificate in Archaeology gives you the chance to study the distant and maybe not-so-distant past. Through reading those enigmatic ‘lumps and bumps’ in the landscape and learning about ancient environments and activities, we can uncover the story of times gone by. As a part-time, undergraduate programme of study, the course focuses largely on landscape interpretation and field mapping, and focuses on the Archaeology of Britain and Ireland. On most modules, classroom learning is complemented by two weekend field study days.

Course informationAfter successful completion of the Certificate course, you are guaranteed a place straight into Level 2 of the BSc (Hons) Natural and Human Environments (Combined Studies) part-time degree at the Institute. Alternatively, you may go on to study the part-time BA (Hons) Archaeological Studies degree at the Department of Archaeology.

Examples of modules in the Certificate programme are given below:Introducing Archaeology in the Landscape

Field Techniques in Archaeology

Introduction to the Peak District

Introduction to Environmental Archaeology

Introduction to British Prehistory

Getting Started with Research

Part of the Certificate course can comprise modules which help develop study skills.

For further information please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses

ContactDr Camilla Priede / Dr Vicky CreweT: 0114 222 7091E: [email protected] E: [email protected]

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Information Technology is now an important part of everyday life, and an equally important aspect in the workplace. A sound grasp of basic IT skills and knowledge will provide you with employment and career advantages.

Course informationThis Certificate provides students with the opportunity to gain skills in different aspects of IT, as well as understanding some of the issues surrounding information and how it is managed. It is a foundation to further study and/or self-learning in more specialised IT areas. All teaching is in the evening, allowing you to fit study around work responsibilities.

If you successfully complete the Certificate in IT, you can move on to the IT and Organisations degree.

Modules on offerThe Certificate in IT involves completion of the following six modules:

Digital Literacy

Study Skills in Higher Education

Introduction to Databases

Web Site Creation

Elements of Computing


Career opportunities What kind of jobs will this course prepare me for? These are some examples: IT manager, technical author, helpdesk supervisor, project manager, information officer, web designer and almost any job where IT or the use of IT systems is a major component.


ContactDr Verity BrackT: 0114 222 7085E: [email protected]

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The Certificate is a level one course for those who have an enthusiasm for creative writing and who wish to develop their skills and confidence.

Course informationWe teach writing as both art and craft and aim to inspire students through a wide range of creative writing exercises and the study of relevant examples. We explore the conventions and techniques of different genres and support students’ writing though practice, drafting and workshop discussion. In addition to creative writing modules, students also study for 20 credits of their award with other Humanities students in interdisciplinary/intercultural modules. In addition, students can explore options in other subject areas offered by TILL.

All classes take place in the evenings. The Certificate programme consists of three modules per academic year. Each module lasts for one semester and is offered from the list below. Students normally complete their Certificate over two years but can take up to three years to qualify.

Is the course for me?There is no typical student on our programme, because our students are from diverse backgrounds and have varying levels of experience. Some of our students have done little or no writing beforehand and some have been writing for many years. We are particularly interested in applicants without formal qualifications who enjoy reading and have an interest in developing skills in creative writing as a means of personal and professional development. We welcome enquiries from potential applicants who would like to discuss whether the course would meet their needs.

Creative writing modules may include: Writing and Responding

The Creative Self: Autobiographical Writing

Writing Fiction: Short Stories

Writing Poetry

Writing for Radio

Writing for Theatre

Journeys: Travel Writing

Intercultural/interdisciplinary topics may include:Introduction to the Humanities

Understanding Different Cultures

Film and Film-making


Career opportunitiesSome students who have successfully completed the Certificate in Creative Writing in past years have gone on to study for a degree with the Open University, Open College of the Arts and onto other courses in Creative Writing. Others with an appropriate degree qualification have been admitted to the University of Sheffield’s MA in English Literature (Creative Writing Pathway) and other postgraduate programmes.

For more information please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses

ContactDr Sandra CourtmanT: 0114 222 7116E: [email protected]

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This course is aimed at those who wish to enhance their understanding of music and to develop their abilities as musicians. The programme places great importance on developing the self-confidence of students and should be of interest to anyone who wishes to develop both academic and practical musicianship skills in classical, popular, jazz or folk music.

Course informationThis programme of study is aimed at those who wish to develop and enhance their understanding of music and equip themselves with a thorough grounding in a wide range of practical, analytical and creative skills. Lying at the heart of this programme is a belief that musicianship requires the development of a range of abilities and the capacity to be able to critically reflect on the psychological processes involved in complex skills such as performance and composition. Thus the Certificate enables students to study modules which have been designed to develop skills such as performance, improvisation and composition whilst providing tuition that demonstrates how these practical skills can be further developed. In addition the course explores the ways that new technologies are changing the ways that music is composed, performed, recorded and disseminated.

Students are also introduced to the practical skills involved in recording music and can explore the relationship of music to other media such as film, literature, poetry and theatre.

Is the course for me?To get the most from this course you should be competent on your chosen instrument or be able to sing. We welcome students interested in any style of music and it’s certainly helpful if you have some

understanding of the rudiments and theory of music. The most important thing, however, is that you are actively involved in music-making and have a deep and committed interest in developing your skills and abilities.

Music modules may include: Songwriting: Craft, Technique and Creativity

Music in Theory and Practice

Musical Composition: Styles and Techniques

Musical and Vocal Performance

Short Film Production and Sound Recording





Career opportunitiesOur students have gone on to be professional musicians, composers and arrangers. Others have pursued jobs in schools, or have gone on to pursue specialist undergraduate and postgraduate study in performance or composition. This course is also appropriate for students wishing to explore careers in the media, including sound production, recording, studio work and writing music for computer software or specialist websites.


ContactMr Adam WhiteMusic and Creative MediaT: 0114 222 7007E: [email protected]

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Spanish and Latin American Studies is not just about learning Spanish; it also aims to increase your level of cultural competence and the understanding of the societies where the language is spoken. In a fast changing, globalised society, the study of Spanish offers an opportunity to develop global and international awareness.

Course informationThe key aim of the Certificate is to develop your ability to hold well informed advanced conversations that enable you to participate in leisure and professional situations involving Spanish speakers.

The study of languages at university level has always been a multidisciplinary learning process, which encompasses areas such as the development of communication skills and understanding of grammar, the study of cinema, literature, art, society and ways of life.

Is the course for me?Formal qualifications are not the main consideration. Motivation, commitment and time to study are often better predictors of success. You will be expected to have a level of competence in Spanish approaching GCSE. If you are in any doubt about your language level, please contact the programme director. If you have studied for a Spanish degree at another institution but discontinued your studies and now wish to complete your degree, please contact the programme director.

Spanish modules may include: Spanish Language Skills A and B

Español 5: Intermedio Avanzado A and B

Español 6: Tertulia A and B

Hispanic Press on the Internet





You can also study modules on the French Studies programme.

Career opportunitiesLanguages in general offer the ability to improve employability. Employers often require an understanding of other cultures, good oral communication skills and the discipline, work ethic and effectiveness that the acquisition of language skills clearly demonstrates. TILL programmes reinforce the development of professional skills. These include those necessary for further study (for example, research skills), those relevant to personal development (critical and self-reflective thinking) as well as those regarded as important by employers, for example: self-organisation, time-management, written and verbal communication, team-working and initiative.


ContactToni IbarzT: 0114 222 7049E: [email protected]

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Certificate in Modern Languages (Spanish and Latin American Studies)

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‘Cultural awareness’ is crucial in our global world to improve employability. French is widely regarded as a key second language, offering opportunities both for business and cultural links. This programme fulfils the needs of students who would like to develop their language skills further. It also offers an opportunity to gain an insight into the culture of French speaking people within an international context.

Course informationStudents who complete this award will be able to display the ability to communicate in French with fluency and confidence and will be able to respond appropriately in exchanges involving awareness of cultural issues. The modules cover the study of language, culture and society informed by a broader world view. Students will have the chance to become familiar with professional and personal skills such as translation, presentation, written independent study projects, online learning projects and research methods.

Is the course for me?There is no typical student on our programme because our students are from diverse backgrounds and have varying levels of competency in French. Learners with a basic knowledge of French (beyond beginners), as well as learners with an A-Level or equivalent in French are welcome to apply.

We are particularly interested in applicants without formal qualifications but who enjoy studying and have an interest in French. Please contact us if you would like to discuss whether the award would meet your needs and aspirations.

French modules may include: Intensive French A and B

French Language Skills A and B

French Communication Skills A and B

French Press on the Web





You can also study modules on the Spanish programme.

Career opportunitiesLanguages in general offer prospective learners the ability to improve their employability. Employers often require an understanding of other cultures, good oral communication skills and the discipline, work ethic and effectiveness that developing language skills clearly demonstrates. It is particularly suitable for those who want to develop a career as a translator, interpreter, teacher, researcher, journalist or work in international organisations or businesses. In addition, there are an increasing number of opportunities in ‘liaison’ work in a variety of company settings or the chance to try to work abroad in France, or any other Francophone country.


ContactDr Sophie BelotT: 0114 222 7115E: [email protected]

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This Foundation Degree provides a unique opportunity for you to develop your understanding and skills for bringing about social change through working with people in the community.

The programme is influenced by the National Occupational Standards for Community Development Work. They aim to promote social justice, self-determination, working and learning together, sustainable communities, participation and reflective practice.

This particular course will help you understand the role of social and personal identity and their relationship to the idea of community. We focus on regeneration, as this has influenced policy over the past 20 years. It is also important to understand social change whether planned or unplanned, welcomed or resisted, and this is also explored.

In particular the course will allow you to:

• understand the issues and skills involved in working within your community

• learn how to help people on the fringes of society to feel empowered, and to take action for social change

• develop your own skills, both personal and professional, through the teaching, learning and assessment activities which are designed to link in to your local community and projects

On the course there will be opportunities for you to learn by ‘action learning’ and through working on projects in your community wherever possible. Throughout there will be an emphasis on doing research that aims to make direct social changes. Your work will help you understand how people can feel excluded in a group, organisation or society in general, and will focus on creating positive change in local situations.

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Course informationThe Foundation Degree (and its Masters equivalent) were designed in consultation with community organisations, workers, volunteers and local authorities.

The course is taught by tutors who are involved in community research. It is offered over two and a half years and combines classroom-based study with community-based learning in your community organisation.

If you complete the Foundation Degree successfully you can move on to a full honours Degree, the BA in Community Policy and Practice.

Who is it for?• people involved with communities –

as paid staff, volunteer or activist

• people from local government or public bodies involved with community projects and the voluntary sector

• people who are serious about changing communities

• people who possess evidence of being able to benefit from university learning

More importantly, what is required is an interest in your community and in changing it for the better plus a willingness to share your ideas with others.

How will the course be taught?• Part-time

• Core modules and options are available

• Classes are held mostly on one day a week, and generally not more than 8 hours class time per week

• Teaching is in school term time only

• A mix of teaching styles including seminars, workshops, visits and tutorials

• A mix of activities including research, case studies, mock funding applications

Career opportunitiesGraduates of this programme are prepared for a range of mid-level posts in community development and jobs in the state, voluntary and/or private sector such as health, social policy, probation and advocacy. More than half our current graduates have progressed from being volunteers to paid employees, have been promoted within their present setting, or moved on to a better post than the one they had at the beginning of the course. Others have created social enterprises and gone onto postgraduate study and research.

For further information please visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses

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Has there ever been a better time, or more pressing need, to get to grips with developments in politics and society? Unprecedented cuts in public spending are being accompanied by an upsurge in civil protest. Radical changes are taking place in the education, healthcare and welfare systems. The relationship between politicians and the media is coming under ever-greater scrutiny. Across the world, dictatorships are being overthrown, leading to urgent questions about the nature of democracy and freedom. A degree in Social and Political Studies will give you the knowledge and skills needed to understand, analyse and critically assess the social and political world.

What is Social and Political Studies?The degree programme is centred around the study of Politics and Sociology. In addition, students are able to study other related areas (e.g. Economics, History) and take modules from the other degree programmes offered by TILL. Students on the degree will explore in depth the issues behind many of today’s headlines. Should students in higher education be paying up to £9,000 a year in tuition fees? Can we differentiate between ‘just’ and ‘unjust’ wars? Is globalisation undermining the institutions of democracy? Does the coalition government represent a new kind of politics? Is it ever right for politicians to lie to the electorate?

Questions such as these are the lifeblood of Politics and Sociology. Looked at as a whole, the degree programme aims to provide students with a detailed knowledge of the theories, concepts, approaches and methods used in Politics and Sociology; to encourage students to think critically about the nature of social and political relationships, ideas and institutions; and to develop an awareness

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and understanding of the way in which sociological and political theories, concepts and approaches relate to contemporary problems and issues.

Examples of modules available include:

Level 1* Modern British Politics

* Political Ideologies

* Sociology

* Welfare and Citizenship

* Getting Started with Research

International History

State and Economy

Level 2* Key Issues in Criminology

* Aspects of Social and Political Theory

* Research Methods

* Independent Research Project

History of Political Ideas

International Politics

Propaganda and Persuasion

Professional Development

Career Management Skills

Level 3* Dissertation 1 and 2

* Political Sociology

* Globalisation

The Politics of Ireland

Sociolinguistics

(*Indicates core module)

Some credits may be taken at each level from any other of the degree programmes offered by TILL or from other departments. Note: Not all modules are available every year.

Career opportunities

What kind of jobs will this course prepare me for?A degree in Social and Political Studies opens up a wide range of possible career paths, from social and community work to broadcast media, from public sector administration to marketing and sales, and from teaching to social research. A large number of graduates find employment as managers and professionals within the commercial, industrial and public sectors. Within the public sector, a degree in Social and Political Studies provides a good grounding for work as a community development worker, education officer, housing officer, advice worker, counsellor, probation officer and social worker. A sensitivity to the complexity and diversity of social situations, and the ability to critically analyse common issues of concern, are highly valued by employers.


ContactDr Sarah HaleT: 0114 222 7048E: [email protected]


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Are you interested in the environment that surrounds us? Would you like to find out more about how our landscape was formed, and continues to change, and how the actions of humans in the past and present have influenced this? This unique degree blends Archaeology, Earth Sciences and Ecology in an interdisciplinary programme of study dedicated to enabling a better understanding of the environment. Practical experience is a key element of the NHE degree, and you will develop skills in field identification and recording, working with IT, maps and databases. This course is designed for anyone with an interest in landscapes and heritage, and specifically people interested in entering a career in environmental management, heritage, education and sustainability. On most modules, classroom learning is complemented by two weekend field study days.

The study of Natural and Human Environments brings together aspects of Archaeology, Earth Sciences and Ecology. The degree programme is structured so that students move from studying each of these subjects individually before developing interdisciplinary skills for understanding environmental histories and managing environmental change.

The degree programme aims to build an understanding of the methods used to gather information and to enable the interpretation of the origins and maintenance of a landscape or specific environment. Most of the modules on the programme are drawn from the three main areas of study and, especially at Levels 2 and 3, many are inter-related to focus on a ‘whole-landscape’ approach. In addition, students are able to take some modules from the other degree programmes offered by TILL, if they so wish.

The degree programme is also structured so that students can gain an in-depth understanding of real-world examples of how landscapes are managed for their cultural and natural heritage, and for the interests of communities that inhabit them.

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This ties into contemporary debates about sustainability, and resource management. Students will also have the option to develop skills in Geographical Information Science (GIS), which is becoming an essential skill for working in Environmental Management.

One key aim of the programme is to assist students in the development of various important generic skills. These include those necessary for further study (for example, research skills), those relevant to personal development (critical and self-reflective thinking) as well as those regarded as important by employers; for example, self-organisation and time-management, data collection, synthesis and analysis, written and verbal communication, practical application, team-working and independent initiative.

Entry requirementsThe NHE degree has no formal entry requirements. We do require applicants to have an interest in and an enthusiasm for the landscape that surrounds them, as well as an enthusiasm for one or more of the core subject areas.

Examples of modules include:

Level 1Introducing Archaeology in the Landscape

Introduction to Geology and Landforms

Introduction to Natural History and Ecology

Field Techniques in Archaeology

Conservation Practice and Assessment

Introduction to The Peak District

Level 2Identification and Recording Practice

Archaeological Practice in the Landscape

GIS: Understanding Spatial Data and Maps

Living Environments

Level 3Theoretical Approaches to the Natural Sciences and Archaeology

Evolution and Life on Earth

The Post-Glacial World

Dissertation

Career opportunitiesA degree in Natural and Human Environments opens up a vast range of career pathways for students. This course prepares students for a wide variety of jobs in the cultural and natural heritage and environmental sectors. In allowing students the opportunity to gain a sound knowledge base in the conservation and interpretation of heritage landscapes, the course aims to develop practical and management skills appropriate to a career in this area. Previous NHE graduates have also gone on to further study, at both Masters and PhD level, and have pursued academic careers.


ContactDr Camilla Priede / Dr Vicky CreweT: 0114 222 7091E: [email protected]: [email protected]


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IT is an important part of everyday life and an understanding of how computers and software work gives people the confidence to enter new areas of experience. Most teaching is in the evening allowing you to fit study around work responsibilities, and at higher levels independent study modules allow flexibility in study.

Course informationIT is now an integral part of everyday life, in business, education, social and leisure activities. This degree offers the opportunity to develop and enhance existing skills, particularly concentrating on the twin issues of information and how we manage it, and the essential interpersonal skills necessary for successful interaction and business development. It is widely recognised within organisations that many practitioners in the IT industry require more than technical knowledge and ability. All organisations use IT to store and manipulate information, and there is demand for graduates who have appropriate IT, management, and communication skills, an understanding of the information they are

dealing with, and who are capable of dealing effectively with clients, particularly with regard to knowledge transfer.

Level 1 of the degree provides grounding in IT skills, and in information handling. At Levels 2 and 3 management and strategic issues of IT in the workplace are important elements, as are aspects of personal development pertinent to working in the IT area, whilst modules in more advanced skills are also offered. Research skills are emphasised with core modules at Level 1 and Level 2, and the completion of an independent research project at Level 3.

Examples of modules available include

Level 1Digital Literacy

Study Skills in Higher Education

Introduction to Databases

Web Site Creation

Elements of Computing


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Level 2Website Design and Maintenance

ICT and the Law

Professional Development

Designing Databases

Research Methods

GIS: Dealing with Spatial Data and Maps

Level 3Dissertation 1 and 2

Project Management

Developments in E-Commerce

Website Scripting

Perspectives on Digital Cultures

Career opportunities

What kind of jobs will this course prepare me for?IT manager, technical author, helpdesk supervisor, project manager, information officer, web design, and almost any job where IT or the use of IT systems is a major component.

Some credits may be taken at each level from any other degree programme offered by TILL or from other departments. Note: Not all modules are available every year.


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This is a part-time degree available in partnership with the Department of Archaeology. Our Certificate in Archaeology forms Level 1 of the degree, after which Levels 2 and 3 will be studied at the Department of Archaeology. Students obtaining the Certificate in Archaeology may transfer directly into Level 2 of the new part-time degree, subject to results and an interview with the Department of Archaeology. Please note: the teaching for Levels 2 and 3 of this degree takes place during the day.

The Department of Archaeology at the University of Sheffield is an acknowledged centre of excellence for teaching and archaeological research. It was graded as ‘Excellent’ in the last Quality Assurance Agency subject review. The large number of full-time academic staff and their research projects throughout the UK and Europe, as well as Central Asia and Africa, and from the earliest human origins to the early modern period, provides them with the ability to cover the discipline’s full chronological and geographical range. In addition, the fact

that staff are evenly divided between the sciences and humanities means that they are one of the few departments with the ability to integrate the two approaches in an imaginative programme of teaching and research.

For further information please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses and www.shef.ac.uk/archaeology

ContactDr Camilla Priede / Dr Vicky CreweT: 0114 222 7091E: [email protected]: [email protected]

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The Certificate in Combined Studies is a qualification in its own right but can also be used as a stepping stone to one of our degree courses. It is suitable for anyone wanting to dip their toe into higher education without committing to a longer period of study; and it offers you a wide choice of subjects so you can explore a range of different academic disciplines.

A student will be required to study a minimum of 30 credits each year, which will include a module that is core. You are able to study any module at level 1 offered at TILL which is being taught in the current academic year. The core module is ACE1880 Getting Started with Research.

For further information and the Level 1 modules available in 2013-2014, please visit www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses/our-courses

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The Lifelong learning Programme (LLP) offers flexible part time learning. It provides the opportunity for a student to choose a module/modules that are of interest to them and does not require the student to complete a qualification. It is perhaps most suitable for anyone wanting to study a single module for interest, or to take one or more modules for their professional development. You are able to study any module at level 1, 2 or 3 offered at TILL which is being taught in the current academic year, and with the approval of the Course Director. As an LLP student you would have access to all the University facilities, as any other student would, for the duration of your study. These include the Students’ Union, libraries, careers service, computer rooms and sports facilities.

Please note that students studying single modules through this programme are not eligible for Tuition Fee Loans or for Fee Waivers.

For further information please refer to www.shef.ac.uk/till/prospective/courses

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The BA Education, Culture and Childhood combines two academic subject areas – Education Studies and Childhood Studies. The degree is truly interdisciplinary, drawing on psychology, sociology, politics, cultural studies, history and philosophy. There is also a strong practical applied aspect to the degree, with modules on child safeguarding, the practice of teaching, and a compulsory work placement. During the course of the degree you will gain a detailed understanding of the themes underpinning current educational policy and practice and critically engage with issues surrounding child development and the meaning of childhood.

Completing the degree programme on a part-time basis will normally take five years. For each of the first two years, you will take 60 credits (three modules). You will then have completed Level 1. During Levels 2 and 3 you will normally take 80 credits each year. For more information and details of how to apply, go to www.shef.ac.uk/education/courses/cultchildhood/studyparttime

ContactDr Darren WebbT: 0114 222 7084E: [email protected]

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Archaeology Archaeological Studies 32Certificate in Archaeology 16BSc Natural and Human Environments 28

Apply - How to and when 10

Contact details 3

Combined Studies Certificate in Combined Studies 33BSc Natural and Human Environments 28BSc IT and Organisations 30BA Social and Political Studies 26Foundation Programme 14

Creative Writing 18

Disability support 6

Discover 1

Education, Culture and Childhood 35

Entry requirements 10

Foundation Degree, Working with Communities... 24

Foundation Programme 14

French Studies 23

Guidance and support 6

HEAR 4

How to apply 10

IT Certificate in IT 17BSc IT and Organisations 30

Lifelong Learning Programme 34

Music 20

Open Day 1

Roadshows 1

Sheffield Graduate 4

Social and Political Studies 26

Spanish and Latin American Studies 22

Support and guidance 6

Taster courses 2

TILL – contact details 3

Tuition fees 12

University facilities 11

Working with Communities 24

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