Why the University Centre could be right for you
There are many benefits when it comes to choosing the University Centre to take your education to the next step. From specialised tutors from industry and education to qualifications awarded by University of Lancashire, Edge Hill University and Pearson, We combine academic knowledge and real-world experience to prepare you with the relevant skills for your chosen industry. We offer placement opportunities, guest speakers from global leaders, and strong industry links, amongst much more.
Our smaller class sizes ensure lessons are suited around you as an individual and this means that you have more contact time with your tutors.
For 80 years, we’ve been helping people build their future through higher education. Whether you’re taking your first step, looking to progress at work or changing direction, we’re here to help equip you with the skills that employers need.
At the University Centre, you’ll learn from experienced tutors that have come from industry, and care about your success.
With smaller class sizes, modern facilities and plenty of support, you’ll be part of a community where you’re known as a person, not just another student.
Our courses are designed with employers and industry partners, giving you the skills, knowledge and confidence to get work ready and achieve your ambitions.
As we celebrate 80 years of higher education, we’re proud of the thousands of students who havestudied with us and we’d love you to be part of our future.
Ursula Hoyles
Dean of Higher Education
Degree with a difference
Our technical qualifications provide all you need to develop the practical skills to prepare for a career in industry.
You can study a two-year full-time programme, such as an HND or foundation degree and then add a top-up year to complete the degree.
Flexibility means that if you’re a mature student who wants to fit your studies around work and family commitments, you can study part-time, stepping on and off programmes rather than committing to a three-year course, and you’ll still receive a degree once you complete.
| Higher National Certificate (HNC) | A level 4 qualification for progression to higher level study. This may form from the first year of your HND. |
| Higher National Diploma (HND) | Typically a two-year full-time commitment and three years part-time for a Level 5 award or maybe a follow-on year after HNC. |
| Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) | A one or two year commitment for a Level 4/5 award, specifically developed with employers. |
| Foundation degree (FdA) | A two-year commitment for a Leve 5 award. You can progress to a one-year top-up for the full honours degree. |
| Top-up degrees | One-year full-time programmes or two years part-time to follow HND, FdA and HTQ for the full Bachelor of Arts, Science or Engineering. |
| Post-graduate | Level 7 Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Further Education and Skills Sector) (PGCE) for aspiring teachers, or those working in other education settings. |
| Professional qualifications | Management and professional qualifications include those awarded by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) such as the AAT Level 4 Diploma. |
Partnership with the University of Lancashire
As a partner college our Foundation Degrees, Top-up Degrees and Teacher Education programmes are approved and awarded by University of Lancashire. This means that you can access the clubs, services and facilities (including library, social venues and the Students’ Union) of both institutions.
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