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Welcome to HE at Petroc
Why study a degree and what make Petroc degrees so unique?
Hear from our Head of Faculty, Andrew Peacham in the video below
STAY LOCAL. GO FURTHER WITH PETROC
You don't need to move away to gain a higher level qualification; studying a degree locally in Devon couldn’t be easier. Our university-level courses at Petroc offer high quality, flexible study in a caring and supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to improve your qualifications whilst working, take time out to study something you’re passionate about, develop new skills or find a different perspective on life, we can offer a course to suit you. Petroc works in partnership with the University of Plymouth and the University of Bolton to widen participation in higher education and deliver first-class degrees in Devon.
How to apply?
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Find the HE course you are interested in!
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Click on the Apply now button and complete an application. This should take around 10 minute.
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If you want to have an informal chat with our Advice & Guidance Team about your study options, funding, or any other concerns, you can reach them at guidancecentre@petroc.ac.uk or on 01271 852422.
Have a look at what our students say!
Emily Fox,FdSc Psychological Studies
"During lockdown in March 2020 I - like many others - wasn't able to go to work. During this period I had time to really think about what I was doing and where my career was heading. I was feeling concerned that I was being limited in just Childcare, and didn't want to commit to this field forever.
This made me start looking at my options, which is when I started looking at Degree courses offered at Petroc. I didn't want to continue with a specific child-related qualification, and that's when I started looking into the Psychological Studies Degree. It sounded interesting, and something I could really enjoy as well as giving me more experience and knowledge.
I chose to do a degree at Petroc for a number of reasons; it costs less to do a degree here than at Universities, and I didn't want to leave home and deal with a new city as well as a new course, that would have been too much for me personally. I love where I live and didn't want to move, this way I can study for my degree with the support I need around me - and I don't have to leave my dog!
Once I had decided on my course, the rest was easy. The application was easy to complete and my interview took place over the phone - I was enrolled within within two weeks!
Once I was enrolled, I was given information and resources to prepare me for September. We had zoom sessions providing us with anything we needed to know including an understanding of our programmes and the expectations for the first year. It made me feel prepared and ready.
I attended the first day in person and we were provided with a bi-weekly timetable; basically attending one week in person then the next online - this went really well, but actually, due to there being no more than 16 of us on our course, we attend in person in the lecture theatre for all but one of the classes. This actually suits me better as I enjoy learning in this environment.
Attending Petroc college during the pandemic has not been an issue for me; the college feels safe and everything is being done to ensure we are ok.
I only attend 1.5 days a week which gives me plenty of time for degree work at home as well as having a part-time job.
I have found I need to do approximately 15 hours of college work - give or take - per week.
It is never too late to enjoy learning new things, and I feel like this has opened up a really exciting world I had never even considered before starting my degree."
Nicholas , HNC in Mechanical Design & Manufacture
"I was given the opportunity by my employer to further my education, Petroc was the obvious choice as it is situated not far from my place of work.
As a design engineer at work, I wanted to study a course that I would not only enjoy and find interesting but would be relevant to my day to day tasks as an engineer.
The courses I studied at Petroc covered a broad range of subjects, the variety of modules gave me the opportunity to learn so much that essentially made me a better engineer. I found I was taking what I had learnt at Petroc and using it at work!
The lectures at Petroc are not only very knowledgeable but are supportive and approachable."
New Year Starts
Petroc is launching a range of courses that are available to start in January or February 2021.
We understand that COVID-19 has caused a great deal of uncertainty amongst people considering starting a qualification, with many deciding to delay their studies. We are therefore pleased to be able to offer additional start dates for a wide range of programmes including degrees, part-time adult courses, apprenticeships and full-time courses for school-leavers.
We have been working hard to ensure our students receive a safe, enjoyable and rewarding learning experience so that you can study with peace of mind.
Take a look at our New Year Starts page to find out more!
If you want to have an informal chat with our Advice & Guidance Team about your study options, funding, or any other concerns, you can reach them at guidancecentre@petroc.ac.uk or on 01271 852422.
Start your new year the right way; achieve your career ambitions by studying at Petroc.
Higher National Certificates (HNCs)
HNCs focus on ‘learning by doing’ and teach you very specific skills relating to a particular job. These qualifications are very highly regarded by employers both in the UK and overseas and can also count towards membership of professional bodies and other employer organisations.
Because HNCs are specifically designed to give you the skills for a particular field of work, they can lead straight to a career. You can also use the qualifications to progress within your current career to gain professional status.
We offer the following HNCs:
Professional Qualifications
Our portfolio of professional qualifications are suitable for those looking to develop their knowledge and skills in the fields of Management, HR and Teaching.
We offer the following Professional Qualifications:
Foundation Degrees
Our Foundation Degrees, delivered in partnership with the University of Plymouth, are equivalent to studying for the first two years of an Honours Degree at university. They are designed in collaboration with employers and offer you the opportunity to combine academic study with the skills and attributes needed in the workplace.
When studied full-time, foundation degrees are two-year courses. Many of our courses are also offered on a part-time basis (usually three years), which can provide greater flexibility and the opportunity to carry on with work while you study. Some employers fund student fees and provide time to study where the course is considered of relevance to their business.
Petroc’s foundation degree courses are designed with built-in progression routes to Honours Degrees at the University of Plymouth and other institutions, including Petroc.
Assessment for our degrees is carried out using a variety of methods including exams and essays, practical and creative tasks presentations, reflective journals and research and project work.
We offer the following Foundation Degrees:
FdSc Contemporary Musicianship
FdSc Electronics & Communications
FdSc Embedded Systems Design
FdSc Games Development
FdSc Mechanical Design and Manufacture
FdA Music Production and Live Sound
FdSc Production and Manufacturing
BA & BSc Honours Degree
Our BA and BSc Honours Degree programmes are awarded by either the University of Plymouth or the University of Bolton.
We are incredibly proud of our graduates, many of whom have gone on to post-graduate study, to qualify as teachers and socialworkers, develop their own businesses or progress in their roles as graduate employees.
We offer the following BA & BSc Honours Degree:
University of Bolton - Nursing - NEW FOR 2021
Higher & Degree Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a job with an accompanying skills development programme which has been designed by employers in the sector. It allows you to gain technical knowledge and real practical experience, along with functional and personal skills required for your immediate job and future career. The required knowledge and skills are acquired through a mixture of learning in the workplace and off-the-job training.
Higher and degree apprenticeships are available at Petroc at Levels 4 and 5. They combine work with study and may include a work-based, academic or combined qualification relevant to the industry. Levels 4 and 5 are equivalent to a HNC/Diploma or a Foundation Degree, Level 6 is equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and Level 7 is equivalent to a Master’s Degree. Higher and degree apprenticeships were introduced to provide employers with the high-level skills most critical for growth. Developed by employers for employers, higher and degree apprenticeships enable businesses to train more of their employees in the high-level industry-specific skills that are critical for growth in the UK and internationally.
We offer the following Higher & Degree Apprenticeships:
Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship (Standard)
Network Engineer Apprenticeship (Standard)
Professional Accountant Apprenticeship (Standard)
Software Developer - Higher Apprenticeship (Standard)
Care Leadership and Management Apprenticeship (Standard)
Human Resource Consultant Apprenticeship (Standard)
Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeship (Standard)
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