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Wiltshire College & University Centre offers a wide variety of employability-focused degree courses. These are validated by some of the UK’s top universities such as Bournemouth and Oxford Brookes.
HE courses include:
Courses cover areas like agriculture, life sciences, creative arts, teaching, engineering and business. Several courses can be studied on a part-time basis.
All courses are vocational where students learn on the ground through work experience and industry placements. As a result, 96% of graduates go onto employment, further study or training.
Spread across five campuses in Wiltshire, students have access to a range of specialist facilities in:
All learners have access to plenty of inclusive activities, fun events and academic support. At the end of the course, they get to graduate within the beautiful setting of Salisbury and its cathedral.
Wiltshire College & University Centre teaches degree-level courses in:
Students are taught by lecturers who are highly qualified experts in their fields. Teaching takes place in inclusive environments that encourage self-directed investigation as well as guided learning. Each learner is assigned a tutor who provides extra academic support throughout the course.
Before they can graduate, all students must complete a work placement of at least two weeks. Placement staff assess performance and ensure that everyone gets the most out of their industry experiences.
Interested? Order a prospectus to find out more about the uni and the courses on offer.
GET PROSPECTUSDepending on the chosen course, students will usually need the following:
BA (Hons)
BA/BEng (Hons) top-up
PGC/PGCE
PGCE students will need to have achieved a 2.2 at undergraduate level.
Foundation
HNC/HND
International students will also need to meet the minimum English language requirements.
UCAS TARIFF CALCULATORSend a message directly to the uni to learn more about their entry requirements.
ASK A QUESTIONBoth the Salisbury and Lackham campuses have on-site student accommodation. Rooms are on offer to all students who wish to enjoy the unique college experience. The accommodation team ensures that the location is safe and secure. They host fun enrichment activities for all to get involved in.
Rooms and facilities
There are 80 student rooms on the Salisbury campus and 145 on the Lackham campus, with disabled units available. These feature a bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, desk and wifi. Some come with an en-suite bathroom that has a toilet, shower and washbasin. Price options include professional cleaning. Meal plans are also available.
Communal areas include:
Each campus is packed full of specialist facilities that benefit students from different subject areas. For instance, the Castle Combe Centre is dedicated to motorsport engineering, with a seven-car workshop, engine and machine workshop, CAD engineering and 3D printers and a wind tunnel.
The Lackham campus, where land-based courses take place, is set among 1,600 acres of countryside. It features working farms and an animal centre with animals such as raccoons, chinchillas, snakes, birds, fish and much more.
The Salisbury campus underwent a £14 million redevelopment to refresh teaching facilities and expand its course offerings. It’s home to creative studios and suites, professional broadcast equipment, a student-run restaurant, darkrooms, 3D workshop areas, IT facilities, construction environments, motor vehicle workshops and more.
Find out more about the accommodations and facilities in person at the uni.
BOOK OPEN DAYWhat's it like to study at this institution? Current students and alumni share their opinion...
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The Learning and Skills Development Service is dedicated to providing students with tailored academic support. This includes with writing, numeracy, planning, research, exam techniques and more. It helps students in areas such as:
Many students also benefit from the college’s counselling and wellbeing services. Professional advisers are there to support those who have any kind of issues or concerns during their studies.
Find out more about the student support offered on the university’s website.
VISIT WEBSITEWiltshire College & University Centre’s academic strengths are reflected in the specialities of each campus. The Lackham campus, for example, is highly regarded for its agricultural and land-based study offerings, and the Castle Combe centre was the first trackside centre for motorsport engineering in the UK.
The College’s student union is active, inclusive and supportive. It’s made up of a team of elected student officers who work hard to ensure that the student voice is listened to. All students become part of the union when they join the college. They also have the opportunity to apply to be part of the team.
The student union organises and promotes:
It supports local charities, holds fundraisers, sends out regular newsletters and provides many ways to support student wellbeing.
Alongside their studies, students can enjoy the Wiltshire College Academy of Sport. No matter what level of ability they’re at, there is something for everyone – from team sports, individual activity and community games. Football, rugby and futsal academies provide opportunities for students to represent the college and compete in sports leagues.
Wiltshire College & University Centre has five campus locations:
See the campus and city for yourself in person by booking an open day place.
BOOK OPEN DAYWork experience and industry placements
All full-time courses at the College include invaluable work experiences. These ensure that students can develop their skills and industry knowledge to prepare for future careers. A dedicated placement officer supports students in finding suitable experiences, which could involve working with a local employer or on a community project, for example.
Careers support
Students have access to free careers guidance throughout their studies. Through booked appointments or drop-in sessions, they can utilise resources and advice from friendly staff. Support services include help with:
Degree-level students studying a course that is validated by a university partner may be able to receive funding from the university.
Those studying one of the following courses may be eligible for a Wiltshire College bursary (listed below):
Progression Award
Students may receive an award of up to £500 depending on the course, level of study and length of study. Eligibility criteria include a household income of below £25,000.
Wiltshire College Bursary
Students may receive an award of up to £500 depending on the course, level of study and length of study. Eligibility criteria include a household income of below £16,000.
Foundation degrees
BA (Hons) degree
HNC/HND
PGC/PGCE
Send a message directly to the uni to learn more about their scholarships and bursaries.
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Wiltshire College and University Centre
As well as a wide range of courses, studying at Wiltshire College and University Centre offers you loads of opportunities to boost your CV thanks to the careers department. You might even have the chance to do a work placement or sandwich year during your degree.
As well as providing you with opportunities to develop academically and professionally, you'll have a wide range of clubs and societies to join. You'll be able to pick up a new hobby and make loads of new friends by joining some of the clubs and societies on offer at Wiltshire College and University Centre.
The world is your oyster! Of course, the exact options open to you will depend on which subject you choose to study. Employers often look to hire graduates, so you can be sure that your degree will give you a wider range of employment opportunities.
No matter what degree you choose, however, you'll have option of going on to further study. If you want to keep studying, your undergraduate degree will enable you to go on to a master's degree or even a PhD.
If you opt to live in uni halls, you'll benefit from free WiFi and all-inclusive rent. Rent for uni halls also includes security and maintenance, so you can be sure you'll be well-looked after. There are several accessible rooms available, which are adapted for disabled students.
Halls also have communal areas such as kitchen facilities where you can meet your flatmates over a cup of tea. You'll also have access to dining facilities where you can share a meal with other students in your accommodation.
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