Adult LearninG
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Employers
Did you know we offer bespoke courses* to support Manx businesses?
www.ucm.ac.im/employers
Just for Fun
“I’d highly recommend the drumming courses with Mark to absolute beginners and those with some experience. The weekly classes were so good that I’m going to miss them!” - Carole Quayle.
CULTURE
“The tutor was fantastic and very knowledgeable. They really knew how to help guide and teach people through the process in a way that is enjoyable.”Learner on the Silver Jewellery course
Book one of these courses, visit www.ucm.ac.im/fun
“I have learnt so much from him in such a short time … Raymond is a very patient teacher and I leave each lesson feeling good and standing taller. “ - Fiona
FOOD AND DRINK
“We came away from each session with incredible finished pieces and lots of tips on how we could take these techniques further should we wish to do so. Definitely recommend wholeheartedly the ‘Just for Fun’ courses, they really are brilliantly taught and total FUN!” - Jo Lewy
“An excellent tutor. She made learning easy and enjoyable. I would highly recommend her to anyone.” Learner on the Italian course
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“The tutor was both extremely knowledgeable and thorough with the class, and walked everyone through step by step. They were happy to expand on areas when asked so it was a lot easier to learn. And also, having access to the documents provided on the course afterward means I’m still able to review everything in my own time.” Learner on the Data Analytics course
Degrees
87% OF OUR DEGREE STUDENTS GAIN A 1ST OR 2:1
Whether you’ve always wanted to study a degree, or are wanting to add to your CV with a Masters, studying a degree as a mature student can be extremely rewarding and enriching.
DEGREE LEVEl
Take the next step in your career with a level 4 qualification in Engineering, Quality Assurance or IT.
Undergraduate
Add a BA(Hons) or BSC (Hons) to your CV. These are offered fulltime in Business, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Applied Social Sciences and Nursing or part time through our work based Professional Development Degrees
Postgraduate
Achieve that master’s you’ve always wanted through our work based Professional Development Degrees
Not sure you meet the entry requirements for
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a standalone qualification at A-level developing skills to prepare you for university or your future career. The EPQ involves completing an independent research project on a topic of your studies or a personal interest or passion. For more information visit WWW.UCM.AC.IM/EPQ
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DEGREES (PDD)
Professional Development Degrees (previously known as Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS)) can be studied at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. Learners on all these courses are required to be employed in a relevant professional setting.
Undergraduate
Negotiated Undergraduate Degrees to reflect your career and aspirations
Postgraduate
MA Professional Development in Leadership Practice
MA Professional Development in Sustainable Business Practice
MA Professional Development in Events Management and Marketing
MA/MSc Professional Development in Business Entrepreneurship
MBA Business Administration by Professional Development
Negotiated Postgraduate Degrees to reflect your career and aspirations for a degree?
For more information and the full module list visit WWW.UCM.AC.IM/PDD
A-level standard that lets you investigate a topic you’re genuinely interested in while your choice. You can choose something that extends or expands on your previous WWW.UCM.AC.IM/EPQ
Why study a degree at ucm?
Face-to-face lectures
Smaller class sizes ensure you have an incredibly high level of support
You’re assigned a tutor for 1-1 support
Lecturers have industry experience
Research & employability placements
Staying on-Island ensures you can juggle family and study commitments
Apprenticeships
EARN WHILE YOU LEARN
Apprenticeship courses are great for adults who want to reskill in a new industry or area of employment. Traditionally, apprenticeships were available in ‘the trades’ but this mode of study is now available across a wide range of industries including:
Plumbing
Carpentry & Joinery
Electrical
Brickwork
Painting & Decorating
Construction & the Built Environment
Horticulture
HR
Admin & IT
Computing
Digital Technologies
Engineering
Hairdressing
Dental Nursing
Professional Cookery
Motor Vehicle
Why choose an apprenticeship at UCM?
Earn while you learn
You benefit from applying the skills you learn during your course in a real work setting
You will build strong industry connections which will help strengthen your future career prospects
As well as the technical skills, you also learn key transferable skills in the workplace
We offer quality courses resulting in a nationally recognised qualification
Our lecturers have significant experience in their sectors, which is a huge benefit to you and the quality of your learning
Employers are building a strong and skilled workforce
FOR MORE INFORMATION, THE APPRENTICESHIP COURSES WE
OFFER AND TO APPLY FOR THE COURSE* ONLINE VISIT
*UCM provides the academic element of the apprenticeship scheme and does not find employers. Apprentice positions are advertised on the Job Centre website. Funding is through the Department of Education, Sport & Culture.
Employers
Apprenticeships are great for building a strong and skilled workforce. If you’re interested in providing apprenticeship places, visit www.ucm.ac.im/employers for more information.
We offer a range of Maths and English courses (including English for Speakers of other languages (ESOL) for people who would like an up-to-date, recognised qualification in this subject or the opportunity to improve general understanding and skills, including:
GCSE Maths
Functional Skills Maths
Community Maths
GCSE English
Functional Skills English
Community English
ESOL courses
Cost: Free
For more information scan the QR code below or visit www.ucm.ac.im/mathsandenglish
Did you know that you can choose to sit an exam at UCM as a Private Exam Candidate? So, if you’re studying elsewhere and prefer to take your exams without having to leave the Island, you can do this with us.
Access to Higher Education
If you’ve always wanted to attain a degree or are reskilling into an industry where a degree-level qualification is required but you don’t hold the required qualifications needed –An Access to Higher Education course could be ideal for you.
WHAT ARE ‘ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION’ COURSES?
A one-year course ideal for people who have few or no formal qualifications* but want to go on study a degree. On completion of the course you’ll earn UCAS points in order to go on to study at a University in the UK can continue your studies on a Degree course with us.
*You’ll need a C or above in GCSE Maths and English, if you don’t have that already we can also help you with that.
