Our Degree Courses
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Animal Behaviour and Training
Business and Management
Canine Rehabilitation and Hydrotheraphy
Computer Networks and Cybersecurity
Construction and Management
Counselling and Psychotherphy
Early Years
Engineering
Equine
Games Art
Graphic Design with Photography
Media Content Creation
Performing Arts
Sustainable Horticulture Technology (AgriTech)
Veterinary Nursing
Veterinary Physiotherapy
Higher Apprenticeships
Degree Apprenticeships
WCUC welcomes applications from students of all ages and each application is considered carefully. Generally, for many of our courses you will require a GCSE English language and/or Maths at grade C/4 or above. The college welcomes applications from students with disabilities and those with relevant work experience who may not have related formal academic qualifications, so please always contact us to discuss further*. UCAS tariff point requirements are listed on the WCUC website and UCAS platform. Tariff points can be achieved from many different qualifications (see UCAS Tariff Points Calculator for more details). *Entry requirements are for guidance only. We welcome students with equivalent qualifications and combinations but please contact us to discuss further.
INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR
You should have completed a minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points, usually the equivalent of at least two A Levels or a pass in a BTEC course. It may be possible to study as a mature student with professional or industry experience. For some courses, you may have at least two A Levels at Grade E or a GCSE or Functional Skills.
ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION (HE)
If you don’t have the traditional qualifications to get onto a degree course, you can study a one-year, full-time Access to HE course. This will prepare you for a degree course in a supportive environment.
Entry requirements are subject-specific and can be found on our website.
TOP-UP DEGREES
Typically a Level 5 qualification or Foundation degree in a related subject is required for entry to a top-up degree.
DEGREES / FOUNDATION DEGREES
Applicants typically need 96-128 UCAS points for degree courses or 80 UCAS points for Foundation Degrees. These points can be from Level 3 qualifications such as a BTEC Extended Diploma or a City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in a related subject, T Level, or A Levels. Additionally, applicants must have four GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English Language.
Entry requirements are for guidance only. We also consider students with equivalent qualifications and mature applicants with relevant professional or industry experience.
HNC / HND
Applicants typically need A Levels, (and in some instances Maths or a Science), or a Level 3 qualification in a related subject.
APPLICATION DISCUSSION
For some courses you may be asked to attend an application discussion as part of your application. See our course pages or call 0300 456 0049 for further information.
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Access to Higher Education (HE) diplomas are courses that prepare you to study for a degree. They are designed for people aged 19 and over who may have left school without the usual qualifications, such as A Levels. Many Access to HE students go on to succeed at degree level and beyond – pursuing new careers and seeing changes in their lives that they had never thought possible.
Students study in a supportive environment with other adult students. We ease students back into education by building on existing experiences. We offer a trio of industry-specific Access to HE courses, so that you can start working towards your chosen career straight away. The Diplomas are validated by Cambridge Access Validating Agency (CAVA) and are recognised by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education.
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The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Training course provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to begin work in one of the most diverse and rewarding sectors of the animal industry.This course will develop your knowledge and skills in animal behaviour and ethology, whilst exploring the ethics and key legislation necessary for anyone working with animals.
CAREER PROGRESSION
Animal trainer
Companion animal behaviour therapist
Behavioural researcher
Animal welfare scientists and officers
Zoo keeper
Education, training and teaching
At the centre of learning for this Foundation degree are the student’s employability and the understanding of how businesses function and thrive.
Students will be introduced to the professional standards of corporate business and be exposed to entrepreneurial concepts that will enable them to see opportunities for creating businesses or engage in a rewarding career.
HR manager
Financial manager
Retail store manager
Marketing manager
Hospitality manager
Hairdressing or beauty salon manager
Business owneror/ manager
Further study (completion of a Level 6 Top-up qualification) leading to a Master’s degree
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Our FdA Business and Management course carries the Higher Technical Qualification kitemark and is aligned to the Level 5 Operations or Departmental Manager standard.
This exciting degree course in Business and Management has been designed in collaboration with local employers to meet their knowledge and skills requirements. This course includes study modes that are ideal for those in full-time work wishing to achieve an Honours degree in part-time hours and for those who have already completed a Foundation degree or HND.
The course fully exploits students’ employment experience and can be greatly beneficial to students in their roles as employees and employers alike. Students will develop high level academic and work skills, enabling them to critically analyse, evaluate and research issues affecting business, strategy and management. BA (Hons) students also study professionally-aligned modules.
Small company leader
Senior management role
Graduate programmes
Level 7 qualification leading to MBA
At the centre of learning for this course are the student’s employability and canine rehabilitation is widely regarded as one of the fastest growing areas in pet welfare and veterinary practice.
The course will develop your understanding of the scientific principles and clinical practice of the prehabilitation techniques for maximum performance and health and rehabilitation techniques for animals post veterinary treatment. It will cover aspects of hydrotherapy and land-based rehabilitation in the small animal including in-patient, out-patient and the elite athlete. The overall focus of the course is a holistic approach to maintaining and improving animal health and welfare and therefore includes the development of positive behavioural modification techniques and therapeutic handling skills to facilitate the rehabilitation process.
Working for a charity, an animal rescue centre or kennels or specialising in rehabilitation
Opportunities to specialise in hydrotherapy and / or massage
This course offers students the chance to immerse themselves in practical aspects of computing and network technology. Work-based learning and placements are an integral feature of this course.
The understanding of how key aspects of business are fundamental to network and IT infrastructure and business operations is explored. Students are introduced to industry professional standards and cover subjects in addition to networking including security, programming, user experience, systems analysis and database design. The course maps to the CCNA curriculum giving students the opportunity to register for the qualification test. FdSc and BSc (Hons) students also study professionally aligned modules.
IT support / network / end user IT support engineer
Information technology consultant
Systems analyst
It’s been amazing. I really enjoyed working with the practical networking and doing my own research.
Both courses are intended as vocational qualifications within the construction industry. They are also ideal for those who are already working in, or training for, a technician role in the construction industry and are looking to enhance their qualifications to progress in their career.
The aim of these courses is to develop students with a technical understanding of the construction and building industries, including the application of proven techniques and theories for the solution of real life problems.
Building surveyor
Construction manager
Commercial manager
Quantity surveyor
On-site and office manager
Senior site manager
Designer
Building control /planning officer
Procurement manager
This course meets professional standards to practise as a psychological counsellor with clients of all ages and in various settings.
It combines theory and practice through a clinically supervised placement and offers pathways in Person-Centred or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). You will develop skills to become a reflective practitioner, working with diverse clients, including children, young people (CYP), loss, bereavement, and complex issues. The course aligns with industry standards set by professional bodies.
Entry requirements: Applicants must have a full Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, or a Level 2 with sufficient transferable experience and relevant qualifications at Level 3 or above.
Progression to Level 6 for a full degree with WCUC
University or college counsellor/psychotherapist
School counsellor (primary or secondary)
Counsellor for Employee Assistance Programme
Counselling service manager
Private practice
Counsellor/psychotherapist in tertiary care (e.g., bereavement, mental health, addictions, or survivors of abuse)
The BSc (Hons) qualification is achieved after three years of full-time study, with theory linked to practice through a clinically supervised placement. The course offers Person-Centred or CBT pathways to Level 5, helping you become a reflective practitioner working with diverse clients, including children, young people (CYP), loss and bereavement, couples, and complex issues. The course aligns with industry standards.
Entry requirements: Applicants must have a full Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, or a Level 2 with sufficient experience and relevant qualifications at Level 3 or above.
Postgraduate study
NHS training
Postgraduate teaching qualification
Teaching on a Higher Education Counselling programme
Postgraduate counselling specialisms, including working with couples
This course is intended for students who are already qualified at Level 5 (FdSc or FdA) in counselling and / or psychotherapy and who have completed an appropriately supervised clinical placement of a minimum 100 hours.
Students taking this course are usually working in the sector and wish to study to Honours level and beyond in order to enhance their academic status and/or employment and promotion prospects.
Entry requirements: FdSc or FdA in counselling, psychotherapy or a related specialism, e.g. addiction counselling.
Progression to postgraduate study
Training within an NHS setting
Postgraduate counselling specialisms including working with couples
The course is designed to offer skills and knowledge relating to professional practice, and the application of work based experience. It provides you with a ‘licence to practice’ in an early years setting (ages 0 - 7 years).
In a personal and responsive learning environment you will obtain the skills and knowledge needed to make a difference in children’s lives and develop understanding of strategies to promote early years development. FdA and BA (Hons) students also study professionally-aligned modules.
Teacher*
Family support worker / social worker*
Learning mentor
Children’s nurse or psychologist*
Speech / language therapist*
Special educational needs teacher / coordinator*
Higher level teaching assistant
Deputy / senior manager or room leader
*Further training will be required.
Our Foundation Degree in Early Years Educator carries the Higher Technical Qualification kitemark and is aligned to the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner standard.
This carefully designed course has been developed to provide progression for those who have completed a Level 5 qualification in Early Years. Study a one-year Early Years Top-up degree that will fit around your work schedule.
This course focuses on your self-development and independent learning, as well as developing your critical thinking, reflection and research skills. The modules allow you to explore issues children face globally and factors that influence contemporary education in the UK, as well as the impact inclusive education and diverse communities have on childhood. Includes a dissertation, which equips you with the research to challenge local practice in an early years setting.
I think I owe a lot to the college for who I am now. I’m dyslexic so that was a big challenge for me, but the support was there and they were really accommodating to my needs.
Early years, primary or secondary teacher*
Family support worker*
Learning mentor*
Social worker*
Children’s nurse*
Child psychologist*
Speech and language therapist*
Special educational needs teacher*
These courses are designed to meet industry needs by developing advanced technical and managerial skills.
You’ll be able to apply much of your learning directly in your workplace, personalising it to your interests, industry, or organisation (if in a relevant engineering environment). Sharing learning experiences with colleagues from similar backgrounds further enhances the value. Our degree-level Engineering courses offer two pathways - manufacturing or electrical engineering - providing core and specialist knowledge to advance in the highly employable engineering sector. Both options include modern, relevant content as the course progresses.
Manufacturing and planning engineer
Design engineer
Operation engineer
Electrification engineer
Our part-time BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering (Top-up) course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology, meeting Further Learning requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer. Candidates must hold an IEng accredited HND / FdEng / FdSc for full IEng registration.
The modern coach plays a vital role in the development of sporting performance, and coaching is no longer seen as purely teaching but has evolved to include a more holistic approach.
Knowledge of areas such as sports psychology, nutrition, biomechanics, fitness and new technologies is vital in the coaching of horse and rider partnerships to fulfil their potential and reach peak performance. This course is suited to students who are keen to study equine to degree level in order to successfully coach horse riders of all levels. Students have the opportunity to ride and gain practical coaching experience weekly over the duration of the course. Students may also gain 1st4sport equine coaching qualifications on successful completion of their degree.
Freelance equestrian coach
Performance coach
Postgraduate qualification in performance coaching or sport psychology
Therapy and rehabilitation of equine performance is a rapidly growing area of the equine industry. It is now recognised by the industry that the need for alternative and complementary therapies are paramount in order to promote horse health and performance.
This innovative course enables students to develop excellent therapeutic vocational skills, as well as provide sound academic and specialist knowledge in order to promote equine performance within all fields of the equine industry. Students will make full use of our hydrotherapy equipment including water treadmill and ECB cold water spa within the specialist equine therapy and rehabilitation centre. The course is accredited to AHPR allowing students to register on successful completion of their degree to work as an equine rehabilitation therapist.
Equine physical therapist
Rehabilitation centre manager
Equine hydrotherapist
Our Games Art courses help students develop skills in creating video game assets, perfect for those looking to turn their artistic talents into a career in the games industry. You'll learn 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, concept art, animation, and traditional art techniques, from beginner to advanced levels, alongside other passionate gamers.
Delivered in Royal Leamington Spa, a UK games industry hub, our course was developed with input from over 10 local games studios. It teaches you to create industry-standard video game assets and indie games and prepares students for careers in the screen industries.
Game designer
2D / 3D artist
Concept artist
Technical artist
This course will equip you with the practical and contextual knowledge in graphic design and photography.
With a very hands-on approach to teaching, you will develop integral creative software skills that will challenge and inspire you. The course aims to help you confidently navigate your creative practice to launch a career in the graphic design or photography creative industry.
Graphic designer
Freelance designer
Photographer
Marketing officer
Art director / creative lead
Creative artworker
This course is designed for people looking to become digital producers and marketers of innovative media content for various digital platforms that are corporate, institutional and social, including v/blogging and social media such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.
Training will focus on producing content that engages audiences in an immersive experience and understands the market that the content is being created for. Twenty-first century communication is all about connectivity and participation and the way we connect and participate is changing these lines of communication. Our digital narratives involve complex networking across platforms and navigating this is a desired skill both in our personal and work lives.
Media content producer
Social media content producer
Digital journalist
Blogger or YouTuber
Content writer and researcher
Video producer / edior
Camera operator
Digital marketing and PR
Communications officer
The FdA and BA (Hons) Performing Arts courses are designed for students who wish to turn their creative talents and passion into a career as a practitioner or teacher in theatre, film, TV and other emerging platforms.
Alongside ensemble and theatre company style performance work, students undertake classes in audition and acting techniques, screen acting, voice, singing, improvisation, movement and physical theatre, stage combat, dance, text analysis and interpretation, digital theatre and applied theatre and education. As well as working with our passionate team of lecturers, we have an exciting programme of visiting companies and professionals. They provide workshops and lectures throughout the year, in which students can forge links with the industry.
Performer
Actor
Dancer
Musician
Teacher
Singer
This course is about harnessing technologies for sustainable productivity improvements in horticulture and agriculture to produce food.
Horticulture in this context relates to the growth and production of fruit and vegetables. You will study at Pershore College which is within the Vale of Evesham in Worcestershire. This area is known as the fruit and vegetable basket of England due to its exceptionally fertile soil.
Agronomist
Horticultural nursery manager
Logistics manager (fresh produce)
Laboratory research
The FdSc in Veterinary Nursing combines academic study and occupational competence, and the course is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Students begin this three-year course with introductory nursing modules, as well as breeding and nutrition, progressing onto further nursing modules as well as anaesthesia, surgical and diagnostic procedures. In the third year there are opportunities to specialise in specific optional modules, as well as undertaking a reflective research project. Students will work in a veterinary practice gaining the clinical skills needed to become a registered veterinary nurse.
Veterinary nurse
Veterinary practice manager
Veterinary lecturer
Related career in the pharmaceutical industry
Like the FdSc course, the BSc (Hons) course combines academic study and occupational competence and is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Students begin this four-year course with introductory nursing modules, as well as breeding and nutrition, progressing onto further nursing modules as well as anaesthesia, surgical and diagnostics. In the third year there are opportunities to specialise in specific optional modules, and in the final year, students undertake a dissertation. The BSc (Hons) Top-up is a one-year, progression award for those who have completed the FdSc Veterinary Nursing or a related course with RCVS recognised veterinary nursing competencies up to Level 5. It offers students the opportunity to build upon their existing knowledge and is ideal for those wishing to pursue a senior management role or move into teaching and/or research. You will study five modules throughout the year, all at Level 6 including a dissertation.
This course offers an excellent opportunity for students to qualify as Veterinary Physiotherapists while earning a degree.
Recognised by the National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP) and the Animal Health Professions’ Register (AHPR), it combines academic study with practical skills. Graduates can apply for full NAVP membership, which offers professional recognition, insurance, and CPD opportunities. You’ll also have the chance to engage with our on-site Canine Therapy Clinic as part of your studies.
Accredited by NAVP and AHPR, this course prepares you for NAVP membership and direct entry into the AHPR register.
It was challenging but definitely worth it. Really hands on with the animals. I really enjoyed the practicals with dogs and you get to know the staff dogs.
Work within greyhound and equine sports
Work with livestock or zoo animals
Veterinary physiotherapist
Learn more about these apprenticeships
Did you know that you have the opportunity to move your career forward and gain professional skills – all whilst working and earning a salary?
Higher apprenticeships enable you to get a head-start in your career and gain technical knowledge and skills by offering you the chance to learn from the experts whilst you study and practice your learning during on-the-job work experience. WCG has worked with leading companies such as Jaguar Land Rover and the Air Ambulance to offer higher apprenticeships, with new employers offering positions all-year-round*. According to government figures, 94% of apprentices in England stayed on in employment after completing their qualification and 70% with the same employer**
We are able to offer the following higher apprenticeship standards:
Propulsion Technician (Level 4)
Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4)
*WCG employer relationship data 2019-20 ** DfE Apprenticeships Evaluation 2021 - Learners report
Just like traditional degrees, an apprenticeship is a great route to a successful career. With a degree apprenticeship, you can achieve a full Bachelor’s degree.
Degree apprenticeships bring together the best of higher and technical education, combining degree study with practical skills gained in work and the financial security of a regular salary. Apprentices split their time between studying for their degree and applying this while learning new skills in the workplace, and are employed throughout. This enables them to achieve their qualification alongside earning a wage and getting real on-the-job experience. WCG has worked with leading companies such as Cummins, Meggitt and Parker Hannifin on degree apprenticeships in Engineering, and new programmes are currently being developed*.
We are able to offer the following degree apprenticeship standards:
Manufacturing Engineer (Level 6)
