The local, affordable alternative to going away to university! We offer a range of HNDs, foundation degrees and top-up degrees, in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire, Oxford Brookes and Bath Spa University. These are taught in our dedicated HE Centres.
Courses
An Introduction to Higher Education
Lynne Plested
Why study for a degree at New College Swindon?
A Student View
Art and Design (Fashion and Textiles) HND
Karen Pau
Business HND
Gillian Stopka
Creative Media HND
Elisha Wyatt
Creative Writing and Publishing FdA
Rhian Jacob-Barclay
Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media
Sarah Still
Health and Social Care FdSc
David Panes
Travel and Tourism (all levels overview)
Alan Mulrooney
Media Make-up (Production Arts) HND
Lizzie Corbett
Public and Emergency Services HND
Andrew Hunt
Sport HND
Richard Dent
Foundation Degree in Educational Practice
Tracey Canham
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Student Case Studies
Stephanie Small
Public and Emergency Services HND
“The course itself opens doors to not only the public Service sectors, but other avenues such as national security, government and maybe lead to links such as international relations”
Sharon Jennings
HND Textiles
“It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to pursue my passion for Textiles. It had taken me too long to find the courage to pursue my dream, but I’m so pleased I did.” – After graduating, she went on to work in the film industry, creating costumes for the big screen
Melissa Vellender
CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION (Film) HND
“I chose to study at New College because of the organisation of the classrooms and how welcoming it was. I like that feedback is given throughout your course and you’re given plenty of help when needed. I like the HE rooms because they’re a quiet area to work on assignments.”
Emma Hines-Wragg
ART AND DESIGN (Fashion and Textiles) HND
“When I had finished my Textiles course, I wanted to go to University but I really liked the teachers here so I decided to stay on. The teachers are really supportive and show you a clear path of where you’re going. My creativity has really expanded here.”
Sarah Raymond
PERFORMING ARTS (Media Make-up) HND
“There’s a very friendly atmosphere in the Media Make-up department and the lessons are very practical. The knowledge that the lecturers have about their subject is amazing!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for student finance?
Go to www.gov.uk/student-finance to start your application. The information you may require to help you complete the form should be on your offer letter. If you need assistance to complete the form please contact Cheryl Satchell: cheryl.satchell@newcollege.ac.uk
I'm self-funding, who do I need to contact?
Please speak to Heather Drewett: heather.drewtt@newcollege.ac.uk from our finance department. She will speak to you regarding payment plans and invoices.
Can I pay in instalments?
Please speak to Heather Drewett, heather.drewtt@newcollege.ac.uk from our finance department who will speak to you regarding payment plans.
What is a 3rd year top-up?
HNC, which is a Level 4 qualification, is the equivalent of the first year of a degree. HND, which is a Level 5 qualification, is the equivalent of the second year of a degree. To achieve a full honours degree, most learners progress onto University to complete a year 3 top up. Studying for the first two years at New College and then a third year at another institution, equates to the same amount of time and same end result as going to university for the full three years. Advantages of studying at New College instead of university include: smaller class sizes, access to local business and significantly lower costs.
Which universities offer a top-up year?
Most Universities offer a top-up Business course and all accept the HND as a vehicle to entry. Local universities including: Bath Spa, Gloucestershire and Cardiff offer top-ups. We have had learners progress to institutions all over the UK, from Newcastle and Birmingham, to London and Portsmouth.