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Public Services at Wigan and Leigh College - UCAS

Course summary

The course provides the opportunity to become a self-reflecting professional and progress within industry. You will develop analytical thinking skills and the principles of working in the public services to meet the demands of employers and enhance career prospects, or top-up to a full degree. You will also have the opportunity to take up additional qualifications to enhance your employability through our Higher Education Development Programme. ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY The Higher Education Development Programme has been developed to enhance your learning and provide additional qualifications to support with your employment. This can include self defence classes, Level 2 CCTV Operations qualification, Level 3 Close Protection course, DBS support, First Aid qualification and professional volunteering. Volunteering with professional organisations is actively encouraged. Notable organisations may include British Red Cross, St. John’s Ambulance and Army Reserves. INDUSTRY RELEVANT As a HE student you may be eligible for additional qualifications which could include one or more of the following: • Level 2 CCTV Operations • Level 2 Bushcraft, Survival and Wilderness Living Skills • Level 3 Close Protection in Private Security Industry • Internal Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and First Aid qualification. EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM • Duke of Edinburgh award and associated expeditions form part of course content you may take part in mountain biking, climbing and abseiling at home or abroad. • Self-defence classes aimed at educating students on how to protect themselves and others using safe techniques. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to learn from an expert in the field. • Students have previously benefited from overseas trips as part of their course.

Modules

HNC content mandatory modules include: • Organisational Structure and Culture • Mental Health and Wellbeing • Public Services in Contemporary Society Research • Equality, Diversity and Fair Treatment HND content mandatory modules include: • Research Project (Pearson set) • Reflective Professional Practice Plus further options chosen by the course team • Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Health • Serious and Organised Crime • Offender Management* • Expeditions Planning • Crime and Substance Misuse • Fitness Preparation and Testing • Outdoor Skills Development

  • Available subject to demand for those interested in Prison Service careers.

Assessment method

You will be assessed via a variety of methods including written reports, presentations, VLOG's/BLOGS and practical assessments for expedition and fitness units.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
PS21
Institution code:
W67
Campus name:
Wigan
Campus code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £7500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 Year 1
Scotland £7500 Year 1
Wales £7500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Public Services at Wigan and Leigh College - UCAS