Learner Support

At the University Centre we are committed to offering an accessible and inclusive environment for all.

Our Higher Education Student Support is made up of the following services:

HE Study+

HE Study+ is a programme of additional academic support for all students across Higher Education.

Students can access drop-in sessions every weekday as well as workshops focusing on a range of topics to help you through your programme of study.

Student Support Team

Our dedicated team can support you with:

Any personal and academic support required
DSA Allowance Support and Advice
Work placement identification and support
Accessing the HE Study+ programme
Guidance on policy and procedure

Work based learning opportunities

Some of our courses have a requirement to undertake work placement hours and all of them will encourage and facilitate the acquisition of relevant work experience, so that you can apply your knowledge, and develop those skills and behaviours necessary in your chosen profession.

HE Disability and Support Service

The Higher Education Disability and Support Service offers information, advice and guidance for students with a variety of disabilities, including specific learning needs, such as mental health, physical and sensory requirements. The team can provide confidential advice and guidance to students regarding the support available through the College, and to also help those who wish to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs).

LIBRARY+

By becoming a student at the University Centre you will also have access to the following services and facilities found in Library+ to help and support you in your studies:

A wide range of learning materials, including books, journals and e-books

A range of online resources which mean you can study from your home or workplace, 24/7

You can get friendly help and support from professionally qualified librarians and library assistants. We can help you using our electronic resources and locate relevant information.

We know how difficult it can be studying somewhere new, so we provide an induction which introduces you to our systems and facilities

We also provide information skills sessions to help you understand how to use our resources and to develop your independent study skills

There are a range of study spaces to suit everyone – so if you need to discuss your work, or work quietly on your own, Library+ has somewhere for you

All our materials are held on our computerised catalogue which can be accessed 24/7. You can also reserve items and renew your loans online

Our extensive IT facilities all offer internet access and Microsoft packages. There are laptops and tablets which can be borrowed and used in Library+.