COURSE LOCATION KEY: D = Daventry N = Northampton (Booth Lane) LM = Northampton (Lower Mounts)
Higher National Diplomas in conjunction with The University of Northampton. Have you always wanted to progress to Higher Education? Would you like the option of going to University? Are you looking for a course that will kick- start your career? Do you prefer more practically- based learning? Would you like a flexible approach that fits in with your lifestyle? If so, you should consider taking a Higher National Diploma.
Where will I study?
For many years, Northampton College has worked in partnership with The University of Northampton to develop a range of practically and vocationally-oriented Higher Education courses. Higher National Diplomas are taught at Northampton College, although you will actually be a student of The University of Northampton.
You may well be offered a place in the University’s Halls of Residence and travel a short distance each day to attend your classes, although courses are usually run intensively over three weekdays, providing time for study and leisure.
How do I apply?
You’ll need to apply through the Universities and College Admissions Service, known as UCAS, for all Higher National Diplomas studied at Northampton College. You can get UCAS forms from your school or local library. For more information on Higher National Diplomas, pop into Northampton College and pick up a leaflet, or our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Alternatively call The University of Northampton on 0800 358 2232.
What will I need?
All applications are handled by The University of Northampton through the UCAS system. To be accepted on a programme, you’ll need points equivalent to an A Level Grade D or above, or a pass at BTEC National level or equivalent. For HND Interactive Digital Media and HND Theatre you’ll need a GCSE at Grade C or above in English. Minimum age on entry is 18.
What can I do afterwards? Higher National Diplomas (HNDs)
Whereas traditional degrees tend to concentrate on gaining knowledge, HNDs focus on practical ‘learning by doing’ experience, giving you the skills to put your knowledge to effective use in a particular job. Highly recognised and valued by industry both in the UK and overseas, HNDs are mainly assessed through assignments, projects and practical tasks, which means they’re well suited to those who don’t like exams! HNDs usually take two years to complete on a full-time basis, but may be studied part- time, which takes longer.
A Higher National Diploma provides you with the practical experience that will start you off in your chosen career. These popular and vocationally-relevant programmes offer an alternative HE pathway and tend to require fewer UCAS points on entry.
These courses are designed to give you the skills for a particular field of work, and can lead directly into employment in your chosen vocation. Should you wish to continue learning, you could progress to a related degree with ‘top-up’ study, which generally allows you to enter the second or third year of a degree programme. This option gives you the best of both worlds; an HND and a degree. Alternatively, you may choose to seek further specialist training courses within your chosen industry sector.
HND options
• HND Photography (see Page 65) • HND Interactive Digital Media (see Page 113) • HND Digital Film-Making (see Page 114) • HND Music Production (see Page 120) • HND Music Practice (see Page 121) • HND Theatre (see Page 128)
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