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Prospectus Empire College London 2017-2018
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Contents Message from the Director ............................................................................................................................................... 3 Accreditations ................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Why study Business at Empire? ........................................................................................................................................ 6 Why to join Teachers Training at Empire? ........................................................................................................................ 7 Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) ............................................................................................................. 9 Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Business Management) (RQF) ......................................... 11 Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (QCF).............................................. 13 Empire College London Fee Structure 2017-2018 .......................................................................................................... 15 Admission Process........................................................................................................................................................... 17 Directions to Empire College London ............................................................................................................................. 21
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Message from the Director It is a great pleasure to welcome you to Empire College London on behalf of the entire ECL team. Our college is dedicated to helping all students to achieve academic, professional and personal success by offering education, guidance and support based on modern educational standards and highly competitive market requirements. All our courses are certified by internationally recognized British qualification bodies and provide the students with the opportunity to develop contemporary theoretical knowledge and practical skills in their chosen subjects. Our professional teachers and staff members are dedicated to the students’ interests; our classrooms are equipped with the latest interactive teaching technology, and our caring and supportive environment will ensure that you will have an enjoyable and fulfilling time with us. Empire College London offers you the opportunity to get a qualification which will allow you to enter the professional employment market or to progress onto further study within the college and to higher education Degree programmes at British universities. We at Empire College London aim to provide career oriented further and higher education to students from diverse backgrounds through learner-centred teaching, support and guidance, representing value for money, whilst raising and widening participation in Further and Higher Education in the local area. At ECL, our goals are:
To provide students with contemporary theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for achieving success in chosen professions and/or further studies. To enhance students’ communication skills, analytical abilities and personal qualities. To encourage and facilitate development of staff and faculty members. To be rated outstanding for teaching and learning in terms of QAA/ISI measures. To continue to attract local & international young people and adults.
We wish you all the best in achieving your most challenging goals and we can assure you that during the time of your study, we will be “Working together towards your future”. We look forward to welcoming you to Empire College London. Mr Q A Kakar Managing Director Correspondence Details: Empire College London Forest House 16-20 Clements Road Ilford, Essex, IG1 1BA Phone: +44-208-5532683 Fax: +44-208-5532684 Email:
[email protected]
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Accreditations UK Visas and Immigration Empire College London is licensed by the Home Office – UK Visas and Immigration as Tier 4 Sponsor. License Number: RA44D5FH5
Pearson Education Limited (Pearson) is the UK's largest awarding organization, offering academic and vocational qualifications and training to schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning in the UK and internationally.
City & Guilds is one of the UKs leading awarding bodies offering more than 500 qualifications across 28 industry sectors. City & Guilds is the biggest name in UK for vocational education.
The Independent Schools Inspectorate is an agency approved by the UKVI to carry out Educational Oversight inspections of Private Further Education Colleges and English Language Schools in England and Wales. ISI inspection is for the benefit of the students in colleges and seeks to improve the quality and effectiveness of their education. ISI Review Reports Link
Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) The Quality Assurance Agency is the independent body entrusted with monitoring and advising on standards and quality in the UK Higher Education Sector. QAA Higher Education Review (HER) for Specific Course Designation – June 2017: Empire College London has undergone a Higher Education Review (HER) for Specific Course Designation by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and has received its final report, which is available in full at: http://www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports/provider?UKPRN=10022047. We have received the following judgements from QAA:
The maintenance of the academic standards of awards offered on behalf of degree-awarding bodies and/or other awarding organisations meets UK expectations.
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The quality of student learning opportunities at the provider meets UK expectations. The quality of the information about learning opportunities meets UK expectations. The enhancement of student learning opportunities at the provider meets UK expectations.
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Why study Business at Empire? In a rapidly changing business environment, employers are looking for graduates who constantly have their finger on the pulse and can easily find solutions to an array of problems. This industry led course provides you with the fundamental tools to satisfy this criterion and equip you with the knowledge to manage a successful business or organization. A mix of theory and practice will enable you to apply what you have learned to real world situations, increasing your employment prospects. In Empire College London you'll learn to balance numbers with human values; understand business operations and entrepreneurship; consider the relationship between business and the community, and see through the eyes of classmates from around the world.
The BTEC Level 5 and Level 7 programme is ideal for those who wish to study at undergraduate & post graduate level to become better business managers. STUDY PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE RQF/QCF Awarding Level Body Level 5 Pearson Level 7
Pearson
Programme
Duration
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Business Management) (RQF) Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (QCF)
24 Months
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Why to join Teachers Training at Empire? If you want to be trained as a teacher, we can provide high-quality teacher training in all phases of education at either undergraduate or postgraduate levels. Empire College London is a quality-assured centre for providing quality education. Attending our Teachers Training Programme provides you with many opportunities to improve your fluency in English and presentation skills which may help you to enhance your career prospects. There are special arrangements for overseas graduates with teaching experience who want to gain accreditation as a qualified teacher in England.
Since September 2007, all new teachers/trainers/tutors/assessors who teach are required by law to obtain the Teaching Licence. This has transformed standards across the very wide education sector in the UK, from secondary schools up to Higher Education and including training in the workplace. If you are currently working or are seeking a career as a teacher, lecturer or instructor within the lifelong learning sector or you are an overseas trained teacher that seeks adaptation to the very latest, modern principles of teaching in Britain, then this is an ideal opportunity to qualify and work in one of the specialist areas in Lifelong Learning such as further or higher education, work-based learning or adult and community learning. STUDY PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE QCF Level Level 5
Awarding Body City & Guilds
Programme
Duration
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET)
12 Months
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Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Course ID: ECLDETFT Awarding Body : City & Guilds Duration: 12 Months (Phase 1 and Phase 2) Intakes: September QCF Level: 5 Credit Value: 120 Credits Minimum Entry Requirements:
Candidates must be 19+. Candidates wishing to undertake the DET programme must be experienced or qualified in the subject area they wish to teach at the appropriate level. Candidates must have access to 100 hours of teaching/training practice. Additionally, due to the nature of both the theory and practical assessments which students need to achieve for the DET, candidates need good written and spoken English, i.e. the ability to read and interpret written tasks, and to write in an academic style. Candidates will also need to organise their work and supporting materials clearly and coherently. Learners also need a Subject Specific Mentor to support their studies and to carry out formal observations of their classes.
All candidates should demonstrate:
Literacy and Numeracy level 2. (Overseas students should demonstrate IELTS 6.5 or higher)
Course Information: the qualification is suitable for those who work or want to work as teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector, i.e. further, adult and community education, work-based learning and the voluntary sector. The qualification is designed to enable candidates to:
Adopt an integrated approach to the theory and practice of teaching. Reflect on their own previous/current levels of experience, practice and skills, and areas for development. Identify principles of learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation. Develop confidence, communication and interpersonal skills. Develop an awareness of their professional role and responsibilities.
This is a minimum 120 credit qualification. Phase 1 (75 Credits)
Unit 1 (501) - Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training (Level 5) 20 Credits Unit 2 (426) - Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training (Level 4) 20 Credits Unit 3 (502) - Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training (Level 5) 20 Credits Unit 9 (506) - Developing, Using and Organising Resources within a Specialist Area (Level 5) 15 Credits
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Phase 2 (51 Credits)
Unit 4 (503) - Wider Professional Practice and Development in Education and Training (Level 5) 15 Credits Unit 5 (505) - Action Research (Level 5) 15 Credits Unit 15 (417) - Inclusive Practice (Level 4) 15 Credits Unit 18 (507) - Understanding and Managing Behaviours in a Learning Environment (Level 5) 6 Credits
The learners should also evidence 100 hours of teaching and complete 8 Observations (ideally 4 by their Mentor and 4 by the Teacher Trainer). Assessment is subject to internal and external verification of the Units submitted. This is a full time programme and students are required to attend 15 – 21 hours of supervised study per week. Course Specifications
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Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Business Management) (RQF) Course ID: ECLHNBM04-RQF Awarding Body: Pearson Duration: 24 Months Intakes: February and September RQF Level: 5 Credit Value: 240 Credits Minimum Entry Requirements: Applicants must be aged 18 and above. There are no defined entry requirements set by the Awarding Body. The College makes admission decisions based on students’ potential to complete the programme. Applicants would benefit most from this programme if they hold one or more of the following:
A BTEC Level 3 qualification or other related level 3 equivalent qualification An Access to Higher Education Certificate received from an approved Further Education institution Related work experience
Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications in their work sector. Prospective Students will be interviewed to discuss their relevant experience in relation to the course they have applied for. English Language Requirements: Non-native English speakers and those students who have not had their final two years of schooling in English will need to demonstrate one of the following upon entry:
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2 IELTS 5.5 (including 5.5 for reading and writing) PTE 51 Or equivalent
International students must fulfil the UKVI requirements by providing a valid SELT (Secured English Language Test). Course Information: The HND in Business (Business Management) course covers a broad range of business and management modules from information systems to market economics and financial decision making. This means that you will have a wealth of knowledge to take into your employment or to enable you to carry on and top up your HND to a degree at University. An HND in Business (Business Management) is a perfect introduction to working in financial services, business administration or a career in management. The HND programme is an equivalent to a 2nd year of a UK University Degree. This course leads to a recognised qualification which is accepted by several universities for direct entry into the final year of a Degree programme. Structure The full programme consists of the following Units which will be studied full time throughout the two years.
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Unit Name
Unit Credit
Level
Unit 1 - Business and the Business Environment Unit 2 - Marketing Essentials Unit 3 - Human Resource Management Unit 4 - Management and Operations Unit 5 - Management Accounting Unit 6 - Managing a Successful Business Project (Pearson-set) Unit 7 - Business Law Unit 9 - Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Unit 11 - Research Project (Pearson-set) Unit 12 - Organisational Behaviour Unit 16 - Operations and Project Management Unit 17 - Understanding and Leading Change Unit 18 - Global Business Environment Unit 32 - Business Strategy Unit 38 - Customer Value Management
15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 30 15 15 15 15 15 15
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
* Modules may be subject to change Assessment is through the submission of assignments, project or examination at the end of each Unit. Assessment is subject to internal and external verification of the units submitted, all units must be passed to achieve the full qualification. This is a full time programme and students are required to attend 15 – 21 hours of supervised study per week. Course Specifications
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Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (QCF) Awarding Body : Pearson Duration: 12 Months Intakes: February and September QCF Level: 7 Credit Value: 120 Credits Minimum Entry Requirements: Applicants must be aged 19 and above. The Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Professional Qualification in Strategic Management and Leadership has been developed to aid those wishing to follow a short study programme that is relevant to their working situation or future employment. As such, entry requirements are flexible and seek to accommodate a wide range of students.
A UK Bachelors degree from a recognised institution or equivalent or an HND qualification Applications from mature students may be accepted where relevant work experience is being undertaken, subject to an initial assessment
IELTS score of 6.5 or an equivalent, or demonstrate capability in English to a standard commensurate with this. Course Information: BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (QCF) provides a specialist work-related programmes of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the management sector. This qualification offers an engaging programme for higher education and adult students who are clear about the area of management they wish to enter or progress within. The qualification also provides a suitable qualification for those wishing to change career or move into employment in management following a career break. This course leads to a recognised professional management qualification which is accepted by some universities for direct entry into the final year of an MBA. Structure: The following units will be covered throughout the duration of this course: Unit Name
Unit Credit
Level
Unit 1 - Developing Strategic Management and Leadership Skills Unit 2 - Professional Development for Strategic Managers Unit 3 - Strategic Change Management Unit 7 - Strategic Marketing Management Unit 9 - Managing Corporate Responsibility in the Wider Business Environment Unit 10 - Strategic Human Resource Management Unit 11 - Strategic Quality and Systems Management Unit 12 - Strategic Planning Unit 13 - Managing Financial Principles and Techniques Unit 14 - Strategic Supply Chain Management and Logistics Unit 16 - Research Methods for Strategic Managers
10 5 10 10
7 7 7 7
10
7
10 10 15 15 15 15
7 7 7 7 7 7
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*Optional units may be subject to change depending on demand. Assessment is through the submission of assignments, project or examination at the end of each Unit. Assessment is subject to internal and external verification of the unit’s submitted, all units must be passed to achieve the full qualification. This is a full time programme and students are required to attend 15 – 21 hours of supervised study per week. Course Specification
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Empire College London Fee Structure 20172018 RQF/QCF Level
Course Name
Duration
Tuition Fee
Level 5
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET)
12 Months
£4,900.00
Level 5
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Business Management) (RQF)
24 Months
£6,000.00* per year
Level 7
Pearson BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership (QCF)
12 Months
£3,990.00
All information, including course fee was correct at the time of publishing, but is subject to change at the discretion of the management. Further charges may apply during your studies in regards to non attendance, late assignment submission/coursework and re-registration (further information will be provided at the time of induction). *New fees apply for students enrolling in academic year 2017-2018. Fees Structure Updated & Reviewed: March 2017
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Admission Process Empire College London does not accept any students under the age of 18
Empire College London runs 2 intakes per academic year: February & September. To secure a place, please apply as early as possible. Students who are applying from overseas and need to apply for Entry Clearance, we suggest that you apply at least 12 weeks before the semester start date. Overseas students must provide all the information listed on the application form, including evidence of their financial ability to pay for their tuition fees and living expenses in the UK. Step 1: Application Submission
Complete the Application Form
Please send scanned copies of the following documents to
[email protected]: (We will ask you to provide original documents at the time of enrolment for verification)
Copies of all academic documentation, including transcripts, certificates, etc. (a certified translation is required if documents are not in the English Language) Passport size photographs (you will be required to provide 2 photographs at the time of enrolment) Valid passport (Non-EU Students must send their Biometric Card or Visa Stamp) Recent proof of address such as: utility bill, bank statement etc. (It must be no more than three months old and show your name and current address) Evidence of your English Language proficiency (if applicable) Work experience letter/form (if applicable) Resume/Curriculum Vitae (if applicable)
International students must provide evidence of the Secured English Language Test approved by the Home Office UKVI. All students must read the Terms & Conditions on Application form before applying. Students are advised to familiarize themselves with relevant College policies . Send your application via email with all required documents or apply in person by visiting our campus: Empire College London Forest House 16-20 Clements Rd Ilford, Essex, IG1 1BA E -mail:
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[email protected] Step 2: Assessment Application assessment will take place according to the college Admission Policy and Course Entry Requirements. The applicant will be called for a Skype interview (for Overseas International Applications) / face to face interview (for in-country international and UK-EU Applications). As part of the assessment all students will also be called for an internal English Language test. Successful applicants will receive a Conditional or Unconditional Offer letter.
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Step 3: Tuition Fees International Students Payment of the first year tuition fees for the chosen course (or as indicated in the conditional offer letter) can be in the form of a cheque/demand draft or bank transfer (payable to Empire College London Ltd) within 28 days from the date of the offer. Students are requested not to make any payment to the third party in their home country in respect of admin/tuition fees. ECL will not be held responsible if a student makes a payment to any third party. Admission will not be confirmed if the fee is not paid. Students are advised to familiarize themselves with the Refund Policy. Financial Support for UK/EU Students Depending on the student’s individual circumstances, they may be eligible for financial support. Student Finance England offers support towards tuition fees, living costs and childcare. For more details please visit Student Finance England website. Courses Available for Student Finance Support at Empire College London: (subject to course designation and student eligibility) 1. Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Business Management) (RQF) 2. Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training Those Students’ with a disability may also apply for the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). For details on eligibility and how to apply, please visit Disabled Students' Allowances (DSAs) website. For advice on financial support and what support you could receive, speak to our Welfare Team via phone: 02085532683 or email:
[email protected]. Step 4: Applying for Entry Clearance/VISA (International students only) Students should apply for Entry Clearance at least 12 weeks prior to the commencement date of their course. International Students requiring a Visa in order to study in the UK should apply for Entry Clearance using CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies); A CAS is not a document but a unique reference number issued by a Tier4 sponsor. The student will need to present the CAS Number to the British Embassy or High Commission in their home country to apply for Entry Clearance along with all required documentation and the required application form. Please visit the UKVI Website for further information on how to apply under the Tier 4 Points Based System. Any false or forged documents found by the UK Embassy or High Commission may result in a 10 year ban from applying for any type of UK Visa, and may also result in a criminal conviction. Step 5: Application Outcome International Students must inform the College about the outcome of their Entry Clearance/VISA application within 7 days of the visa issue date. Successful applicants must inform the college of their arrival date. If entry clearance/further leave to remain is refused, students must contact the ECL Administrative Department via email:
[email protected], as soon as possible with the relevant refusal documents from the British Embassy / High commission / UKVI. UK/EU Students must inform the College about the outcome of their Student Loan Application within 7 days of receipt of the loan approval, via email:
[email protected], if they applied for financial support.
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Useful Links: ECL Admission Policy UK Visas and Immigration https://www.gov.uk/student-finance/overview Apply for Student Finance https://www.gov.uk/studentfinancesteps http://www.hefce.ac.uk/reg/register/search/Provider/10022047 Student Loans Company http://www.practitioners.slc.co.uk/
Last updated and reviewed: June 2017
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Directions to Empire College London Address: Empire College London Forest House 16-20 Clements Road Ilford, Essex, IG1 1BA Phone: +44-208-5532683 Fax: +44-208-5532684 Web: www.ecl.ac E-mail:
[email protected]
From Heathrow (Greater London):
Take the underground to Holborn tube station. Change at Holborn onto the Central Line (eastbound). Travel on the Central Line to Liverpool Street Station. From Liverpool street station, take the overhead train to Ilford. Empire College London is situated on Clements Road, which is a 3 minute walk from Ilford train station. From Gatwick Airport (Greater London):
Take the train to Victoria Station from Gatwick Airport. At Victoria, change onto the underground. Take the Circle line (eastbound) to Liverpool Street Station. From Liverpool street station, take the overhead train to Ilford. Empire College London is situated on Clements Road, which is a 3 minute walk from Ilford train station. Useful Links: www.tfl.gov.uk www.nationalrail.co.uk
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Disclaimer The Empire College London has taken all reasonable care to ensure that the information in this prospectus is correct at the time of going to print. Information may be subject to change without prior notice. The Empire College London disclaims all liability in this respect.
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