International Course Guide 2015

*Blackburn College has a Highly Trusted Status with the UK Home Office.

Associate College of:

International Course Guidecall 0044 (0) 1254 2923 56 visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/international

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At Blackburn College you will find everything to help you succeed. We are driven by the quality of our student experience - which is central to all we do. Blackburn College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, making us one of the best Colleges in the country. We have a 100% A Level pass rate in 26 subjects and One in Five degree students have achieved a First Class Honours degree.

A number of our highly qualified staff either come from or have taught overseas and many have current industrial experience, thereby ensuring that teaching is informed by modern workplace practice. This rich mixture of nationalities and cultural backgrounds, along with our international outlook, gives our world-class campus a truly cosmopolitan feel.

Our £65 million pound campus is within close proximity to the major UK cities of Manchester and Liverpool and their

Dr Thomas MoorePrincipal & Chief Executive

International Airports. Our free Airport transfers will help make your journey stress free.

You will benefit from small class sizes and outstanding support including additional English tuition as part of every course. We will do our utmost to make sure you settle into life at Blackburn College.

With over 16,000 students we are a large College and our dedicated staff and friendly environment mean that you’ll soon make friends.

I hope you will find the information in thisguide useful - and we look forward to seeingyou soon.

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“Blackburn College has a Highly Trusted Status with the UK

Home Office”*

*This means we are recognised by the UK Government as one of the most reliable and trusted institutions offering courses for International Students in Britain.

Welcome

Campus map

Facilities

Accommodation

Support

Scholarships

Which course is right for me?

English Language courses

International Foundation Programme (IFP)

A Levels

Vocational courses

Art & Design Level 3 UAL Foundation Diploma

University education

Students’ Union (SU)

The local area

Beyond the local area

How to apply

Useful links

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08 Regional Automotive Technology Hub (RATH)

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Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre

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Old Victoria

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Beacon Centre

Regional Automotive Technology Hub (RATH)

Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre

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02 Sir Bill TaylorFutures Centre

03 The Sixth Form& St. Pauls

04 New Victoria

Only minutes away from:

Blackburn Town Centre

The Mall

Ice Arena

Bus Station

Vue Cinema

King George’s Hall

Train Station

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Facilities


Library & Learning Resource CentresWe have libraries in both the Beacon Centre & University Centre in addition to the Learning Resource Centres. These provide a range of facilities, information & services to support your study needs.

Social SpacesCollege students have access to a number of social spaces in their dedicated building. You may wish to do your homework, read a book, socialise & play games.


More reasons to choose University education:

Leading Degrees from Lancaster University

85% of our courses are validated by Lancaster University. This means that the course you’re studying will be written by staff from University Centre at Blackburn College, but teams from Lancaster University contribute to the process, add their input and ensure that the course you’re studying on is academically strong. It means you can be certain of the quality of our degree programmes. Lancaster University are in Top 10 of University League tables in the UK so you can be sure you’re in safe hands.

We also have courses validated by University of South Wales, University of Central Lancashire, and the University of Cumbria.

Outstanding results

In 2012 and 2013, one in five of our students graduated with a First Class Honours degree

Scholarships

Scholarships are available helping you to fund from 10% to 50% of your course fees.

And that’s not all…Not only do we have fantastic social spaces and cafés to hang out in, we also offer our students:

Free WifiFree WiFi access (Wireless internet and network connections) is available throughout the campus. WiFi ensures that you can continue your studies wherever you may be in College.

Faith/Chaplaincy Imam Saleem Seedat, our College Chaplain is on hand to provide guidance or just a friendly ear to listen to you, whatever your faith or belief. There are three rooms across the campus where staff and students can go to pray.

Hair & Beauty StudiosAcademy Hair & Beauty Studios are open to both students and the general public. The hairdressing, barbering, beauty salons, nail room and spa area are professionally equipped and ready to pamper you.

For more information please contact our International team:

Call: 0044 (0) 1254 29 23 56Email: [email protected]

Sports FacilitiesAll students will have access to the new £13.5m Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre on the college campus, which includes 2 specialist sports halls, a gym, aerobic studio and a 6 lane swimming pool. As a student you will also receive a discounted membership!

Places To EatWe have a range of Cafés on campus offering hot and cold meals,drinks and snacks. You will also find Halal and vegetarian options. We also serve Starbucks.


Accommodation

There are several types of accommodation available for you when studying at Blackburn College. You are strongly advised to complete applications for accommodation and submit them before receiving your Visa.

HomestayAccommodation

This is recommended for International students. With Homestay accommodation you will be allocated a host family who will welcome you into their home like a member of their family. During your study period you will have your own bedroom and study area within the household. This is a great opportunity to experience British culture first hand. Host families expect you to mix with other family members and help out with household chores. All Homestay accommodation will be checked and approved by the Student Accommodation Liaison Officer before a student is placed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our students.

ResidentialAccommodation

Our residential accommodation, The Dwelling is a five minute walk from the main Blackburn College campus and consists of 18 study bedrooms which include a choice of single or double bedrooms, en-suite rooms and Pods (which are self-contained flats) and they include a desk, wardrobe and chest of drawers. The development is split over three floors and each floor has access to 1 or 2 bathrooms and 1 kitchen. These facilities are shared with other students within your block.

Pricesfrom

£80per week

Pricesfrom

£80per week

If you prefer to live independantly then your other option is to rent a house/flat privately in the local area. We have links with various letting agents in the area as well as a comprehensive list of private agents including E-den Lettings who will help you find accommodation. Ultimately any contract you sign into will be between you and the landlord however the Student Accommodation Liaison Officer is on hand should you need any help or guidance. This type of accommodation will give you the freedom that Homestay doesn’t provide.

Please note that the College does not carry out checks on private

accommodation. Students and parents or guardians should satisfy themselves that the accommodation is acceptable before signing any rental contracts.

“I live with a host family in Blackburn and they treat me like their daughter; taking me on trips to cities and out for meals and shopping. My host family provide me with moral support and friendship and living with them has helped me to improve my English a lot! As a family we help out at the local hospice to help them raise money which I have really enjoyed.”

Sofiya TrubitsinaStudied: HND BusinessFrom: Russia

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Private Home Accommodation

If you need to arrange your accommodation contact our Student Accommodation Liaison Officer, Lesley Bray on:

Tel: 0044 (0) 1254 292423 | Mobile: 0044 (0) 7837072431 Email: [email protected]: www.blackburn.ac.uk/accommodation

Apply now: Visit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/international

Pricesfrom

£75per week

Support

The International Team will be your main point of contact during the application process. They are experienced in advising students on all aspects of studying here in Blackburn and can advise and support you on immigration matters.


Immigration regulations, visa extensions, travelling abroad from the UK etc

Accommodation

Police registration

Opening bank accounts

Religious & cultural needs

Health services – Doctors, Dentists, Opticians

Any other practical information and guidance.

Counselling Services

Well-being & Mental Health Services

Additional Learning Support

Faith Matters and Religious Support

The International Team can provide information and advice on:

Additional support we offer

“The International Team really helpedme to settle in”

Sanjay ShresthaStudied: A Levels

From: Nepal

Your first point of contact should be the International Team who will direct you to the specialist support service.

Scholarships

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Want to study in the UK but need help with tuition fees?

Please note: there are a small number of courses for which scholarships are not offered.

These are currently:

• General English

• Pre-sessional English / IELTS Preparation

General International Scholarship

Academic Excellence Scholarship

If you meet the criteria for either Scholarship you can apply by visiting:www.blackburn.ac.uk/international/scholarships

With the General International Scholarship you could receive a discount of up to 20% for the normal duration of your course.

The basic criteria for the awardof a General Scholarship is:

• Good English marks as identified by IELTS (or equivalent)

• Outstanding High School achievements based on academic achievement, community service or other extra-curricular achievements

• Nomination from sibling or a partnership college or education institution

• You are a self-financing student (fees being paid by yourself, family

or friends)

*There are a maximum 10 scholarships awarded per country in any one year

The Academic Excellence Scholarship gives you a 50% reduction on the cost of your course.

The basic criteria for the award of an Academic Excellence Scholarship is:

• IELTS level of 6 or above

• High school grades of above 75%/Distinction/1st Class

• Nomination from sibling or a partnership college or education institution

• You are a self-financing student (fees being paid by yourself, family

or friends)

*There is a maximum of 1 scholarship awarded per country in any one year


ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES: PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH / IELTS PREPARATION | IELTS 4.5 (minimum) GENERAL ENGLISH | IELTS 4.5 (minimum)


LEVEL3

FOUNDATION DEGREECOURSES

2 YEARIELTS 5.5 (minimum)

BA/BScTOP-UP DEGREE*

1 YEARNO DIRECT ENTRY

VOCATIONAL COURSES2 YEAR

IELTS 5.0 (minimum)

LEVEL7

Which courseis right for me?

LEVEL6

LEVEL4

LEVEL5

Find out how to get the qualifications you need for your dream career.

* Top-Up Degrees

For all Lancaster University Top-Up programmes, admittance onto the programme is through completion of a corresponding Lancaster University validated programme only. This must meet the subuect requirements of the Top-Up programme.

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT STUDIES

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA

2 YEAR IELTS 5.0 (minimum)

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES: PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH / IELTS PREPARATION | IELTS 4.5 (minimum) GENERAL ENGLISH | IELTS 4.5 (minimum)

HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

1 YEAR IELTS 5.0 (minimum)

BA/BSc/BEngTOP-UP DEGREE*

1 OR 2 YEARSHNC MERIT/HND ENTRY

BA/BSc/BEng

3 YEARDIRECT ENTRY

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PROGRAMME (IFP)1 YEAR

IELTS 4.5 (minimum)

Art & Design Level 3 UAL

Foundation Diploma1 YEAR

IELTS 5.0 (minimum)

A LEVELS 2 YEAR

IELTS 5.0 (minimum)


Loyalty Scholarships of 10% are offered when progressing from the International Foundation Programme (IFP) to:

• Higher National Certificate (HNC) / Higher National Diploma (HND)

• Foundation Degrees (FdA/FdSc)

• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)

1 YEAR | IELTS 6.0 (minimum)(exclusions may apply - speak to the Interntional Team)

These English courses, which have been created especially for international students, will provide you with ample opportunity to practice the language with native speakers and prepare you for further study or work.

English Language coursesNeed to improve your English before coming to study?


We also offer bespoke English courses which run from 2-36 weeks and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Please contact the International Team for more information orvisit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/international

Course Title Qualification IELTS Course Length

General English

Pre-sessional English/IELTS Preparation

Blackburn College certificate with the possibility of a Cambridge English exam

IELTS (external centre with additional fee payable)

N/A

4.5-5.5

2-36 Weeks

Various

For full information on fees visit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/international/fees

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International Foundation Programme (IFP)Blackburn College are offering an excellent International Foundation Programme purely for international students. It is run in a format that means you can start in either September or January each year.

What’s the course about?The International Foundation Programme is a one-year academic programme taught at Blackburn College. It is designed to give you the academic and English language skills you need to enter a variety of degree programmes at university.

What will I study?Academic Units: Students choose one academic pathway

Business & ICT:

Business & Economics

Business Environment

Finance

Accounting

Business Management

Organisational Studies

Theories and Perspectives of Management

Marketing

Business Law

Engineering & Technology:Engineering Science

Principals of Electronic Science

Engineering Experimentation

Mechanical Engineering

Algebra

Calculus

Trigonometry

Number

Business Law

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For more information see full course leaflet: www.blackburn.ac.uk/course/ifp

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LEVEL3

10% Loyalty Scholarships are offered when progressing from the International Foundation Programme (IFP) to:

• HNDs

• Foundation Degrees

• BA, BSc and BEng Degrees

*Subject to successful completion of the course and meeting IELTS requirements.


The Sixth Form Centre at Blackburn College has a great selection of A Level courses for those who are interested in academic study.

A Levels let you mix and match four subjects in your chosen areas of interest and allow you to study through a mixture of coursework, assignments and exams. Upon completion our A Level students progressto prestigious universities.

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More reasons to choose A Levels:

ProgressionOur students gain entry to prestigious universities across the UK. Students have recently progressed to:

University of Cambridge

University of Manchester

University of Leeds

Kings College London

Newcastle University

University Centre at Blackburn College

Plus many more…

High Achievers Our High Achievers’ Co-ordinator works with the students who apply to Oxford, Cambridge and other prestigious Universities, and with those who apply for courses such as Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry and Law to offer coaching and interview skills to help you secure a place at a top university

Extended Projects

High achieving students will be given the opportunity to increase their chances of getting into top universities by completing the extended project which is worth 70 UCAS points

Enhancement CoursesFor those students keen to progress into Teaching, Medicine or Enterprise as a career, we offer enhancement courses designed to give students a deeper understanding of the subject, and an extra 70 UCAS points to help them on their way to their chosen career.

Excellent FacilitiesA Level students are taught in their own dedicated Sixth Form Centre located in the St Paul’s Building. Students will benefit from:

Two student common rooms with vending machines, sofas and table football

Free Wi-Fi throughout the Sixth Form Centre

The Sixth Form Learning Resource Centre with books and computers

Lecture Theatre to prepare students for university style learning.

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BusinessAccounting Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/accounting

Business Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/bus-stu

Economics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/economics

Law Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/law

ArtsArt Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/art

Film Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/film-stu

Media Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/med-stu

HumanitiesArchaeology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/arch

Classical Civilisations Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/cc

AS Critical Thinking Level 3 AS Level 5.0 1 Year www.blackburn.ac.uk/ct

Geography Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/geog

Government and Politics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/gov

History Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/hist

Religious Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/rs

English & Modern Foreign LanguagesEnglish Language Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/elang

English Literature Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/elit

English Language and Literature Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/e-lang-lit

French Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/french

Spanish Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/span

Social SciencesAS Citizenship Level 3 AS Level 5.0 1 Year www.blackburn.ac.uk/cit

Psychology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/psyc

Sociology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/soc

SportPhysical Education (PE) Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/pe

Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM)Biology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/bio

Chemistry Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/chem

Computing Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/comp

ICT Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/ict

Further Maths Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/f-math

Maths Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/math

Physics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/phys

A Level Courses Shuting Shen

Studied: A LevelsFrom: China

“I celebrated five grade As at A Level - I got an A in Maths,

Further Maths, Chemistry and Physics and I got an A*

in Advanced Maths.

I thought I would get As but the A* surprised me.

The subjects have been so enjoyable and I am very

pleased with my results. I am going on to study Chemical

Engineering at the University of Birmingham from October

which I am very pleased about.”

Course Title Level


*Level 3 achievers between 2012 and 2013

BusinessAccounting Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/accounting

Business Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/bus-stu

Economics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/economics

Law Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/law

ArtsArt Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/art

Film Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/film-stu

Media Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/med-stu

HumanitiesArchaeology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/arch

Classical Civilisations Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/cc

AS Critical Thinking Level 3 AS Level 5.0 1 Year www.blackburn.ac.uk/ct

Geography Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/geog

Government and Politics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/gov

History Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/hist

Religious Studies Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/rs

English & Modern Foreign LanguagesEnglish Language Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/elang

English Literature Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/elit

English Language and Literature Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/e-lang-lit

French Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/french

Spanish Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/span

Social SciencesAS Citizenship Level 3 AS Level 5.0 1 Year www.blackburn.ac.uk/cit

Psychology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/psyc

Sociology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/soc

SportPhysical Education (PE) Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/pe

Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM)Biology Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/bio

Chemistry Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/chem

Computing Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/comp

ICT Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/ict

Further Maths Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/f-math

Maths Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/math

Physics Level 3 A Level 5.0 2 Years www.blackburn.ac.uk/phys

Qualification DurationIELTS Course Leaflet




Vocational courses are ideal if you already know the area you want to work in, prefer coursework over exams or want to gain practical skills.

You can still go to University if you choose to study a Vocational course. A triple distinction on a Vocational course is the equivalent of getting three A grades at A Level.

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You will have access to excellent facilities including learningresource centres, social spaces, restaurants, cafés and a brand new Sports and Leisure Centre.


Business, Law & Accounting

Catering & Hospitality

Childhood Studies

Computing & IT

Construction & Engineering

Creative Arts

Hairdressing &Beauty Therapy

Health & Social Care

Media

Motor Vehicle

Music

Public Services

Science

Sport

Travel & Tourism

Vocational coursesThe range of Level 3 Vocational courses you can do includes:

For more information on Vocational courses visit:www.blackburn.ac.uk/school-leavers/courses/


Art & DesignLevel 3 UALFoundation

Diploma

All our Level 3 Art & Design courses, along with our flagship Foundation Diploma are awarded by the prestigious University of the Arts, London Awarding Body (UAL).

This specialist leading body only allow their qualifications to be delivered by outstanding creative arts departments. UAL partners with some of the best Universities in the world for creative education including Central Saint Martins, Chelsea School of Art and London College of Fashion. We are proud to work with such an exclusive partner.

Our Foundation Diploma has achieved the highest distinction rate in the country! Over 50% achieved a Merit or Distinction grade and the overall distinction rate is 10% above national average. Plus our students benefit from a guaranteed interview with a UAL college/university and this years students achieved 100% progression to university and employment.

The course consists of 7 pathways, where learners are encouraged to explore materials, media and ideas. Learners then build on techniques they have learnt to initiate their own research and final projects. Pathways include:

Media

Photography

Visual Communication

Fashion and Textiles

Painting and Drawing

3D with Sculpture

Print Making

Art & Design Level 3 UAL Foundation Diploma


LEVEL3


Sing Wai LauStudied: Art & Design Level 3

UAL Foundation Diploma From: Hong Kong

“I met staff and students from Blackburn College in my

home country Hong Kong.It was great to meet students who had studied that course

and the staff even interviewed me there and then.

My tutors were very supportive

and experienced and helped me to develop my skills over

the past year. I have now accepted a place at Glasgow

School of Art”

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university


Blackburn College has an extremely large selection of degrees – 85% of courses are validated by Lancaster University who are ranked in the global top 1% by The Times. Our University Centre is the second biggest in the UK within a Further Education College.

University Centre at Blackburn College welcomes a large number of International Students every year. With courses in everything from Accounting to Fire and Rescue Service Management, you can be sure you’ll find a course that interests you.

Universityeducation

85%OF COURSES VALIDATED BY

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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£14MILLIONNEW DEDICATEDUNIVERSITY CENTRE

*Destinations of Leavers of Higher Education (2013 data)

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More reasons to choose University education:

Leading Degrees from Lancaster University

85% of our courses are validated by Lancaster University. This means that the course you’re studying will be written by staff from University Centre at Blackburn College, but teams from Lancaster University contribute to the process, add their input and ensure that the course you’re studying is academically strong. It means you can be certain of the quality of our degree programmes. Lancaster University are in Top 10 of University League tables in the UK so you can be sure you’re in safe hands

We also have courses validated by University of South Wales, University of Central Lancashire, and the University of Cumbria

Outstanding results

In 2012 and 2013, one in five of our students graduated with a First Class Honours degree

Scholarships

Scholarships are available helping you to fund up to 50% of your course fees (See page 11 for more information).

Excellent Facilities

You will study in your own dedicated building; University Centre at Blackburn College with your own library facilities, restaurant and social spaces.


Associate College of:

Accounting Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N401

Accounting BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L400

Business Accounting BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N400

Financial Services BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N300

HND Business HND 5.5 2 Years Edexcel

HND Business- e Learning HND (Online) 5.5 Flexible Edexcel

Business Studies BA (Hons) Top Up** 6 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/N101

Business Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N102

Business BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N100

Business Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University

Business with Human Resource Management BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/NN16

Retail Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N240

Retail Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University wwww.blackburn.ac.uk/retail

Executive Diploma in Management Studies Executive DMS 6 1 Year Lancaster University

Hospitality Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N860

Hospitality Management (Events Management) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N820

Hospitality Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N870

Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LX53

Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LX5H

Positive Practice with Children & Young People Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L520

Positive Practice with Children & Young People BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University wwww.blackburn.ac.uk/L590

Computing (Software Development) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/GG46

Computing (Software Development) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/G610

Computing (Networking & Forensics) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/GG4M

Computing (Network & Forensics) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/I230

Computing (Business Information Systems) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/G500

Computing (Business Information Systems) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/I200

Construction & the Built Environment Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCC

Construction & the Built Environment Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/002K

Construction Building Surveying* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K340

Construction Project Management* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K302

Construction Sustainable Design* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K303

Computing

University educationAccounting & Finance

Course Title Qualification IELTS

Business, Retail & Management

Catering & Hospitality

Childcare & Young People

Computing

Construction


Accounting Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N401

Accounting BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L400

Business Accounting BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N400

Financial Services BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N300

HND Business HND 5.5 2 Years Edexcel

HND Business- e Learning HND (Online) 5.5 Flexible Edexcel

Business Studies BA (Hons) Top Up** 6 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/N101

Business Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N102

Business BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N100

Business Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University

Business with Human Resource Management BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/NN16

Retail Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N240

Retail Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University wwww.blackburn.ac.uk/retail

Executive Diploma in Management Studies Executive DMS 6 1 Year Lancaster University

Hospitality Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N860

Hospitality Management (Events Management) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N820

Hospitality Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N870

Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LX53

Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LX5H

Positive Practice with Children & Young People Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L520

Positive Practice with Children & Young People BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University wwww.blackburn.ac.uk/L590

Computing (Software Development) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/GG46

Computing (Software Development) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/G610

Computing (Networking & Forensics) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/GG4M

Computing (Network & Forensics) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/I230

Computing (Business Information Systems) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/G500

Computing (Business Information Systems) BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/I200

Construction & the Built Environment Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCC

Construction & the Built Environment Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/002K

Construction Building Surveying* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K340

Construction Project Management* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K302

Construction Sustainable Design* BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/K303

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**For all Lancaster University Top-Up programmes, admittance onto the programme is through completion of a corresponding Lancaster University validated programme only.


Computing

University educationIELTS

Contemporary Design for Interiors Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W250

Contemporary Design for Interiors BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W251

Contemporary Fashion Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W230

Contemporary Fashion BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W23Y

Contemporary Textiles Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W231

Contemporary Textiles BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W232

Fine Art (Integrated Media) BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W101

Graphic Communication BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W210

Graphic Design Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W215

Illustration and Animation BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/WW26

Photographic Media Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W640

Photographic Media BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W641

Coaching & Mentoring Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/B940

Education Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/X300

PGCE (Education & Training) / CertEd (Education & Training) PGCE/CertEd 5.5 1 Year UCLan www.blackburn.ac.uk/PGCE

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCEE

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/006H

Electrical/Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/HP00

HNC Mechanical Engineering Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCME

HND Mechanical Engineering Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/002K

Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/HH10

Robotics & Mechatronics BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/H3C0

Applied Psychology (Counselling & Health) BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/C810

Counselling (Brief Interventions) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/B990

Counselling (Brief Interventions) BA (Hons)Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/CBI

Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L591

Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice) BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L340

Health Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/8L50

Social Care Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L510

Social Care BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L500



Creative Arts

Engineering

Education, Coaching & Teaching

Health, Social Care & Counselling


Contemporary Design for Interiors Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W250

Contemporary Design for Interiors BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W251

Contemporary Fashion Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W230

Contemporary Fashion BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W23Y

Contemporary Textiles Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W231

Contemporary Textiles BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W232

Fine Art (Integrated Media) BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W101

Graphic Communication BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W210

Graphic Design Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W215

Illustration and Animation BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/WW26

Photographic Media Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W640

Photographic Media BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/W641

Coaching & Mentoring Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/B940

Education Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/X300

PGCE (Education & Training) / CertEd (Education & Training) PGCE/CertEd 5.5 1 Year UCLan www.blackburn.ac.uk/PGCE

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCEE

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/006H

Electrical/Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/HP00

HNC Mechanical Engineering Higher National Certificate 5.5 1 Year Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/HNCME

HND Mechanical Engineering Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/002K

Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/HH10

Robotics & Mechatronics BEng (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/H3C0

Applied Psychology (Counselling & Health) BSc (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/C810

Counselling (Brief Interventions) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/B990

Counselling (Brief Interventions) BA (Hons)Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/CBI

Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L591

Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice) BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L340

Health Higher National Diploma 5.5 2 Years Edexcel www.blackburn.ac.uk/8L50

Social Care Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L510

Social Care BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L500







Law LLB (Hons) 5.5 3 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/M100

Law (Accelerated Route) LLB (Hons) 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/M101

Paralegal Studies Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/8L36

Criminology & Criminal Justice Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LM32

Criminology BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/M930

Fire & Rescue Service Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LM32

Fire & Rescue Service Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N290

Public Service Management FdA 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L490

Public Service Management (Uniformed Services) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/2W69

Public Service Management (Housing) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/2B89

Public Service Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L491

English Language & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Q300

History & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Politics BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Sociology BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Politics & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Politics & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Social Science BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L300

Sociology & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Sociology & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Community Coaching & Sports Development Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/C620

Community Coaching & Sports Development BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/CC60

Sports Coaching & Performance Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/C610

Sports Coaching & Performance BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/CP10

Health & Personal Training Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years UCLan www.blackburn.ac.uk/BC92

Complementary Therapies* Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of Cumbria www.blackburn.ac.uk/B300

Professional Practice in Complementary Therapies BSc (Hons) Top up ** 5.5 1 Year University of Cumbria www.blackburn.ac.uk/B301


Law

Social Science & Humanities

Justice

Sports, Fitness & Wellbeing



Law LLB (Hons) 5.5 3 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/M100

Law (Accelerated Route) LLB (Hons) 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/M101

Paralegal Studies Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/8L36

Criminology & Criminal Justice Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LM32

Criminology BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/M930

Fire & Rescue Service Management Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/LM32

Fire & Rescue Service Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/N290

Public Service Management FdA 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L490

Public Service Management (Uniformed Services) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/2W69

Public Service Management (Housing) Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/2B89

Public Service Management BA (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L491

English Language & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Q300

History & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Politics BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

History & Sociology BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Politics & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Politics & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Social Science BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/L300

Sociology & Literary Studies BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Sociology & English Language BA (Hons) 5.5 3 Years Lancaster University www.blackburn.ac.uk/Y001

Community Coaching & Sports Development Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/C620

Community Coaching & Sports Development BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/CC60

Sports Coaching & Performance Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/C610

Sports Coaching & Performance BSc (Hons) Top Up** 5.5 1 Year University of South Wales www.blackburn.ac.uk/CP10

Health & Personal Training Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years UCLan www.blackburn.ac.uk/BC92

Complementary Therapies* Foundation Degree 5.5 2 Years University of Cumbria www.blackburn.ac.uk/B300

Professional Practice in Complementary Therapies BSc (Hons) Top up ** 5.5 1 Year University of Cumbria www.blackburn.ac.uk/B301







Ikram Ul-haqBA (Hons) Business Accounting

“I can’t thank Blackburn College enough for helping me settle in here. Not only did they provide me with every support whilst studying my degree but even helped me register with the doctor and open a bank account.

University Centre at Blackburn College seemed an obvious choice for me as a member of my family had studied here and said the staff and facilities were second to none.

I achieved First Class Honours and I am now looking to start my professional qualifications in order to progress on to being a certified or chartered accountant.”

Olaitan KumoyeFdA Contemporary Fashion

Olaitan, 27, from Nigeria studied FdA Contemporary Fashion at University Centre at Blackburn College. “If I could give any advice to a student thinking about coming here I would say that you will love it! Everyone is so friendly and makes you feel welcome and I have made friends here that I will stay in touch with forever.”


Meet our students

Our Students’ Union (SU) As a student at University Centre at Blackburn College (UCBC) you are automatically a member of our Students’ Union.

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Students’Union

Where is the SU?

The SU is located in the curve in UCBC, in the glass office opposite Starbucks.

Who is part of the SU?

Every student, unless they opt out, is part of the Union. The choice they are presented with is how much to get involved. You could start a club or society or become one of our student reps.

When can you meet the SU?

You can drop into our office at anytime, or digitally through our website www.su.blackburn.ac.ukor our twitter @UCBC_SU.

We also run forums once amonth which you are more than welcome to attend, details of which are posted on the website, as well as all social opportunities.

What is the SU?

The SU – Students’ Union – is the voice of the students within our institution.

We aim to represent the student body on all levels within UCBC, as well as promoting and hosting opportunities for students to get involved socially through events, clubs and societies.


Meet our students


Blackburn is located at the heart of the North West of England and is a one hour drive away from Manchester and Liverpool. It is a culturally diverse, busy but safe town with a large shopping mall, ice skating arena, football club and lively restaurants to eat and socialise in.

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Visit Blackburn Cathedral

Watch a match at Blackburn Rovers Football Club

Get your skates on at Blackburn Ice Arena

Watch a movie at Vue Cinemas

Shop at The Mall

Visit the Youth Zone

Enjoy the countryside around Darwen Tower

Visit the historic Town Hall

Be entertained at King Georges Hall

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Manchester is a truly multicultural city and

international students are well catered for. In the city centre

there are plenty of international restaurants, including

Thai, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, Indian,

and Chinese.For more information visit

www.visitmanchester.com

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Manchester*

Beyond thelocal area...Blackburn is in easy reach of Manchester, Liverpool and even London - by train! The beautiful Lake District is also near-by where you can walk around the surrounding countryside, visit the home of Beatrix Potter and see the sights that inspired William Wordsworth’s poems.

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London, our capital city, is bursting at the seams with things

to see and do, from famous tourist attractions such as Buckingham

Palace, London Eye and the Tower of London to Galleries and Exhibitions, Shops, Parks, Restaurants & Bars. For tourist

information see www.visitlondon.com

Liverpool was voted the European Capital of Culture in 2008 and is home to the legendary band The Beatles. There’s lots to do and see

such as the Waterfront, Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock and Tate Liverpool- art gallery.

For more information see http://www.visitliverpool.com/

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Beyond thelocal area...

Applying is easy; just follow the five steps to making your application:

How to apply


Please remember, as an international student you can only apply for courses at Level 3 and above.

Should you need any assistance when filling in the online form contact us at [email protected] call the admissions team on 00 44 (0)1254 292356.

Apply

Apply online at https://centurusone.com/apply/1066

Interview

A Skype interview and assessments are conducted

Offer

An offer letter will be sent to you after your interview is completed successfully

Acceptance

You can then accept your place by making a deposit payment and providing us with a bank statement to show available funds to cover fees & 9 months accommodation/living costs

CAS Issued

Your CAS letter is issued allowing you to apply for your VISA.

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Sanjay came to Blackburn College to study A-Levels in Business, Accounting and Applied ICT. He was given the opportunity as part of his Extended Project on a four-week internship with the New York Bank in Manchester where he learned about investment banking.

“We looked at colleges and Blackburn College came highly trusted by the UK Home Office so I decided to study here. The application process was really easy and I’ve had great support from the International teamthroughout mytime here.”

Sanjay ShresthaStudied: A LevelsFrom: Nepal

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UKVISAFor official information about immigration, Visas and news

www.ukvisa.gov.uk

UKCISA(the UK Council for International Student Affairs)provides advice and guidance for students interested in studying in the UK www.ukcisa.org.uk

Education UKProvides information supplied by the government for international students considering studying in the UK

www.educationuk.org.uk

The British CouncilFor information about study options and what it’s like studying in the UK

www.britishcouncil.org

Manchester AirportFor information about the nearest airport to Blackburn as well as flight and arrival information

www.manchesterairport.co.uk

The TrainlineFor the best prices on train fares

www.thetrainline.co.uk

Lancashire Bus ServiceBus timetables for Blackburn and surrounding areas

www.lancashire.gov.uk

Students’ UnionFor Students’ Union information

Email: su.blackburn.ac.ukTwitter: @UCBC_SU


At Blackburn College we make every effort to ensure the information in our Course Guide is correct. However, inevitably courses and information change over time. This Course Guide was correct at the time of going to print but you should ensure you visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/international for the most up-to-date information.

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