WCT College Campus

Worcester Golf Academy

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:35:23 +0100

Like the idea of playing golf but never had the chance to learn? Or already enjoying the game and eager to improve your swing? WCT are proud to announce the launch of the brand new Worcester Golf Academy, opening in September 2012. We have teamed up with Ravenmeadow Golf Club to offer you the opportunity to learn this fascinating game and fine-tune your skills on a regular basis. From complete beginners to experienced golfers, we welcome all students from Worcester Sports Academy into the ...

Worcester City Football Academy

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:52:04 +0100

Our Academy is more than just a training ground – it is where our students develop into confident, committed and skilled young footballers. We are dedicated to developing the potential of our players, both technically and personally, in a challenging, safe and supportive environment. Our full-time programme balances classroom learning with outstanding practical training and is the nearest thing to a pro-scholarship available for talented young players in the Worcester area. What c...

Worcester Sports Academy

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:55:46 +0100

Founded in 2002, Worcester Sports Academy is a prestigious and innovative learning programme, developed in response to the significant increase in the growth of the Sports, Exercise and Leisure industry. We are proud of our excellent standards of achievement and promote a culture of teamwork, passion and commitment. Our community is diverse and our courses are continually evolving to meet the needs of the industry, offering qualifications from Level 1 all the way through to Level 5. Our sports f...

Other Venues

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:09:00 +0100

Construction Centre of ExcellencePractical Construction classes are held at our Construction Centre in Malvern, where there's enough space to build a house! Foundation Skills CentreMany of our public service courses include practical sessions at the Foundation Skills Centre, Worcester. Solutions (Lowesmoor Road)WCT Solutions at Lowesmore Rd. is home to our employer services department. School of Art & DesignOur School of Art and Design in Barbourne is where art, media, beauty and haidressing...

Deansway Campus

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:54:38 +0100

All Saints' BuildingThe All Saints' Building is at the heart of our Deansway campus. St. Andrew's BuildingSt. Andrew's is the home of Spires Theatre and Recording Studios. It's also where much of our general education subjects are taught. St. Wulstan's BuildingThe City's old police station, St. Wulstan's, is now where much of our business, management and law tuition takes place. The Cathedral BuildingThe Cathedral building is home to engineering and music technology....

Arts & Culture

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:46:40 +0100

ArtWorcester Arts Workshop Just a few miles and 15mins by train from Worcester you'll find Malvern, where the volunteer run Malvern Fringe Arts present a varied array of events from bands to comedians and even small festivals! TheatreIf you enjoy live theatre, musicals, dance or stage shows then Worcester City boasts the Swan Theatre. In the nearby town of Malvern you'll find the Festival Theatre with its 800-seat auditorium, Forum theatre & 400-seat cinema. Of cou...

Sport & Leisure

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:45:55 +0100

CricketWorcester County Cricket Ground boasts one of the most picturesque grounds in the country, overlooking the River Severn. RacingWorcester Racecourse is one of the oldest National Hunt courses in the country situated surprisingly close to the heart of the City in the peaceful surroundings of Pitchcroft Park. RugbyWorcester Rugby Football is one of the most progressive and ambitious rugby football clubs in the country. Its ground at Sixways is a true Centre of Excellence with extensive play...

Shopping & Social

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:43:31 +0100

Worcester has been transformed into one of the top shopping centres in the West Midlands. It offers a unique shopping experience, blending modern, leading stores in attractive pedestrianised precincts with a whole host of smaller, specialist shops in old streets lined with timber-framed buildings. Several shopping arcades, a permanent indoor Market Hall and a Victorian Street Fayre at Christmas attracting visitors from all over the country, are further examples of a unique shopping environment....

Moodle

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:00:01 +0100

Moodle is an online learning environment which allows students to access learning resources such as web pages, PowerPoint presentations or video files, take quizzes or communicate with each other or their tutor online. It can also be used to submit assignments for assessment. If you are a current student you can log-in to Moodle....

The Music Factory

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:38:05 +0100

The Music Factory is purposely designed for music students and incorporates several facilities in one area, including: Study Centre catering specifically for music students Library resources Large performance space Practice rooms Breakout room The Study Centre consists of 18 iMacs using software including Apple Logic Studio, Final Cut Studio, Photo-Shop. This area is equipped and designed for audio & video production. The Music Factory has library resources specific to music, ...

Student success stories

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:34:19 +0100

Roxanne Hill studied Advanced Hairdressing Apprenticeship from January 2009 to March 2010, “I enjoyed practical work as I learnt new techniques that I didn’t learn at work. I loved planning the hair show and making money for charity. Since leaving college I have been promoted to a senior stylist!” Jamie Lee Banks studied NVQ 2 Hairdressing from September 2008 to December 2009, “My favourite memories are meeting new people that I became and stayed very good...

Fountains News & Events

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:31:11 +0100

SPECIAL OFFERS! Summer SizzlersFrom half price hair colours to 2-4-1 treatments,get your body holiday-ready with our latest special offers.... ...

Trips & enrichment

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:30:18 +0100

Level 2 Beauty Therapy Last year's Level 2 Beauty Therapy students enjoyed the following trips and enrichment activities throughout the year: Education trip to Aston & Fincher, Birmingham Dermalogica training Tube waxing Studex Ear Piercing Hot Stone Minx UV Nail Art Training Sun Labs Spray tanning Level 3 Beauty Therapy Last year's Level 3 Beauty Therapy students were offered a range of trips and enrichment activities last year, including: Sun Lab Spray Tanning Training Hot...

Microsoft IT Academy

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:27:50 +0100

We've been a Microsoft IT Academy since 2008 and now offer two MCTS exam courses. Both courses lead to core exams for the Microsoft MCSE qualification. We offer: Configuring Windows 7 Configuring Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Microsoft Certifications are available for most Microsoft technologies and skill levels from business workers to IT professionals, developers, technology trainers, and system architects. Pursuing a Microsoft Certification helps provide you with up-...

Cisco Academy

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:26:47 +0100

For those who want to be a Network Engineer, the Cisco CCNA is recognised throughout the world as the best qualification to gain. We have been a Cisco Academy for 10 years, having first joined in 2000. To pass the CCNA examination, candidates would need to study four courses as follows: Cisco CCNA1 - Network Fundamentals Cisco CCNA2 - Routing Protocols & Concepts Cisco CCNA3 - LAN Switching & Wireless Cisco CCNA4 - Accessing the WAN Cisco Networking Academy is a global ...

Worcestershire Medico Legal Society

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:53:27 +0100

This has recently been revived following an initiative by the Law School. From September 2009 all first year LLB, CPE and HND students will automatically be members, saving you a subscription of £25.00.

worcestershiremedicolegal.com

The Law School in the community

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:51:13 +0100

Worcester Law School is not only situated in the heart of Worcester, it tries to be at the heart of the community it serves in the following ways: Guest Speaker Programme - Open to the Public. In 2004/5 we were visited by Professor John Montgomery, who lectured on Human Rights, and in 2005/6 by Professor Anthony Bradley, our visiting professor, who lectured on the Hunting Act 2005 and Parliamentary Supremacy, and Professor Julian Killingley, of UCE, lectured on his experiences in assist...

Why are we different?

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:50:42 +0100

We are located in an FE institution but we offer FE and HE courses in law. The result is that: You have the benefit of HE teaching in a small and supportive environment. The HE courses are validated by Staffordshire University, with whom we have worked in partnership since 1992. You can progress through our courses, starting with a Legal Exectutives Course and then progressing to the CPE course and then ultimately the LPC. An example is one of our students who began life as a receptio...

Spires Café

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:48:35 +0100

Spires Café @ Spires Restaurant,All Saints' Building,Deansway,Worcester.WR1 2JF Spires Café is the new name to replace Café 21 formerly located at Worcester Arts Workshop. The project aims to provide students of all ages and ability with quality training in technical andsocial skills in order to prepare them for future employment within the catering industry. We need your support to help build students confidence in dealing with customers and preparing and cooking dishes for the qualifi...

Refectories & cafes

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:39:02 +0100

The ViewBased in All Saints' Building The View provides a newly-refurbushed place for students to grab a coffee, stop for a light snack or sit down for a full meal. It boasts a vast and ever-changing menu of freshly prepared snacks, meals, soups, pastries and smoothies and even, new for 2011, a Starbuck's Cafe! From Chilli Con Carne and Mushroom Stroganoff to a Roast Pork dinner with all the trimmings, The View is the place in College to meet friends, chill out and enjoy wholesom...

The Law School

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:33:28 +0100

The Law School which is based at Worcester College of Technology in St. Wulstans' Building was established in 1979. We are unique in providing a mix of further education and higher education law courses. There are eight permanent teaching staff, five part-time staff and an administrator. Our visiting professor is Anthony Bradley, who was a professor of Constitutional Law at Edinburgh University. We currently have about 300 students from a far reaching catchment area around the ...

Language laboratories

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:30:04 +0100

The College's high-tech Severn and Spires Study Centres provide a wealth of resources to our language students including:

Journals & books
Video and audio cassettes
Magazines & Newspapers
Computers with audio and headphones for individual listening
Laptops
Learning support and help desk

Sports facilities

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:27:54 +0100

The College has a strong reputation for sport and offers a growing number of sports courses, as well as an increasing range of facilities and activities. The Sports Hall is located at the Barbourne campus and can cater for a range of Individual and Team sports including Volleyball, Football, Badminton, Netball and Martial Arts. Outside facilities include an enclosed tennis and Netball court. Worcester Sports Academy in partnership with Worcester City Football Club have access to a range of tr...

Spires Restaurant

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:11:01 +0100

Training and inspiring the hospitality staff of the future Dining at Spires Restaurant plays a vital role in the students’ learning. It gives them the opportunity to participate within a real working environment, preparing and serving good quality food and drink to customers. They can improve their skills and move forwards in their career successfully. Click here for directions to Spires Restaurant (2MB) Find out about Spires Cafe Training and inspiring the hospitality staff of the fut...

Training kitchens & restaurant

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:31:48 +0100

The College is well known for its excellent facilities and student success in Catering & Hospitality. Facilities are comparable to those found in high standard modern hotels, and include: Excellent training kitchens in All Saints' Building Spires Restaurant Attractive and modern restaurant overlooking the River Severn and the Malvern Hills Spires Café A bistro style café situated in the All Saints' Building, Deansway (formerly Café 21)...

Trips & enrichment

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:29:00 +0100

Student success stories

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:22:10 +0100

Spires Travel Agency

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:55:44 +0100

Spires Travel Agency is an independent travel agency in the foyer of All Saint's Building. The travel agency provides valuable work experience for students on travel and tourism courses but is also open to students, staff and members of the public to book all their travel needs (holidays, flights, ferry journeys, car hire, car parking, theatre breaks and travel insurance). The agency offers travel vouchers for special occasions and there is a 5% discount on all student and staff bookings...

Youthcomm radio

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:47:29 +0100

Youthcomm Radio is Worcester's first community radio station solely for young people in the City. Launched on the Internet in 2000 and on FM in 2007, it is a unique platform that gives the youth of Worcester a voice, and an opportunity to develop both their personal and professional skills. Programmes cover a wide range of topics and music genres, and are presented and produced entirely by young volunteers. WCT is a major partner and Music Technology students provide up to 20 hours of...

Digital Recording Studio

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:44:35 +0100

The digital studio is aimed at higher-level students and gives them an opportunity to understand and work in a fully digital environment using advanced recording techniques. The room is acoustically designed and treated to give the experience of working in a professional studio space. At the heart of the digital studio is an Apple Mac i7 using tapeless recording. The 5.1 surround sound monitoring system is especially beneficial to students, whether working on their own recordings...

Analogue recording studio

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:16:58 +0100

This area is designed to introduce students to the principles of sound recording techniques using the latest technologies, which incorporate the fundamentals of applications and operation. The analog studio is based around a 24 track recording system, which includes hardware effects and processors. This studio is still a favorite with students when entering the analog versus digital debate. The studio has been professionally designed and acoustically treated. Equipment used in this area include...

Audio production suite

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:18:08 +0100

This facility has recently been redesigned and fitted with the latest audio production technology including: 11 new 27" iMacs Apple Logic Pro 9 Native Instruments Komplete 7 Pro Tools Propellerheads Recycle & Reason Celemony's Melodyne DNA MIDI keyboard controllers Through this area of Music Technology students are introduced to the importance of computer based music, sound creation and manipulation, audio editing and arrangement techniques. All technologies used within this env...

Spires Theatre & Performing Arts

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:26:38 +0100

The Performing Arts department boasts a professionally equipped theatre in St. Andrews' building with a state-of-the-art computerised lighting system, sound systems and multiple stage and seating positioning. Spires theatre includes: Versatile staging allowing for Theatre-in-the-round, thrust stage, promenade and proscenium theatre 95 seat collapsable auditorium Fat Frog lighting desk including moving gobo lights and two programmable MAC 250 lights Cyclorama projector In addition, ...

Management, business & professional resources

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:25:38 +0100

Since 2004 the Department of Management, Business & Professional Studies has been based in St Wulstans' Building, Deansway. St Wulstan’s was extensively developed to make it a suitable learning environment for the business and professional courses that are based there as well as the University degree programmes that are based in the facility. As such St Wulstan’s provides a range of resources for students on these high level programmes. The St Wulstan’s Building also houses...

Science laboratories

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:24:44 +0100

Our extensive facilities in St Andrew's Building include: A Science Study Centre with PCs and full library facilities including books, scientific journals and on-line learning resources. The Study Centre is staffed at all times and can be used for both whole class research or individual study. Four general purpose laboratories, each equipped with a data projector. Two laboratories possess fume cupboards suitable for chemistry practicals and one laboratory has incubat...

Computing & IT Facilities

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:19:10 +0100

Worcester College of Technology has a well-established Computing and IT department. We have an IT Study Centre with 70 computers, four dedicated IT teaching rooms as well as two specialist hardware/networking laboratories. All classrooms are equipped with high-specification computers with flat screen monitors. We replace our computers every 3 years, so they are all of a good specification to run the specialist software the various courses demand. All computers have Internet access. Students w...

Engineering workshops

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:18:47 +0100

There are a number of engineering workshops: Manufacturing and Electrical in the Cathedral Building, Deansway Centre of Vocational Excellence at Sunnyside Road North Brook Light Vehicle Workshops Our engineering workshop includes: Centre & CNC lathes Vertical, Universal & CNC milling machines Pillar drills, Surface & off-hand grinders, cylindrical grinder and engraving machine Spot welder and Oxy/Acetylene for heat treatment, welding & brazing PUMA Unimate Articulat...

Construction workshops

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:17:17 +0100

Our professionally equipped workshops enable you to train in "real life" settings to increase your chances of employment. The new site in Malvern is a Centre of Vocational Excellence for Construction Technologies. The workshops are much larger than you would expect and even have enough space to build single storey houses. There is also a Construction Study Centre at our main campus on Deansway, Worcester. For comprehensive disabled access information for our see DisabledG...

Art & Design Studios

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:10:03 +0100

Our School of Art & Design's extensive and well-equipped studios provide for a wide range of course options. Our multidisciplinary studio spaces offer extensive facilities: Painting, drawing, print, ceramics, fashion (print and garment production) model making and installation work Photographic darkroom and studio, along with digital and image manipulation Networked IT facilities using Apple computers offer a full range of programmes including Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Dreamw...

Help for HE students

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:47:15 +0100

Help for HE Students Working at HND, Degree or Postgraduate level requires you to demonstrate expertise in a range of areas. Workshops are offered which cover help with topics such as: Assignment and Report Writing Academic Writing Presentation Skills Using Electronic Resources Revision and Exam techniques Time Management Critical Thinking Information Literacy Harvard Referencing Alternatively, qualified staff are available to help you with any of these skills, either individually...

Subject Guides

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:46:13 +0100

The documents below will provide you with information about the resources that are available for the subjects that you are studying: AS and A Level Accounting AS and A Level Art Art and Design Level 3 Art, Design and Media Level 1 and 2 Beauty Therapy AS and A Level Biology AS and A Level Business Studies AS and A Level Chemistry Creative Media Production (TV, Film and Animation) Level 3 AS and A Level Economics AS and A Level English Fashion and Clothing with textiles Level 3 AS an...

Newspapers

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:40:49 +0100

A selection of national and local newspaper internet sites are listed below. The Daily TelegraphProvides full text access to the newspaper archive from today to June 2000. The GuardianProvides full text access to the newspaper archive from today to 1985. The TimesYou will need to pay to access The Times website. However you can access the archive of The Times through InfoTrac. The Times Education SupplementProvides news and resources for education professionals and contains a com...

Online journals

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:37:32 +0100

A wide range of journals are available for staff and students to use. This web page provides information about the journals that you can access online. Most of the journals listed below are also available in printed format from one of the Study Centres. Some of the journals listed below are available through Taylor and Francis Online, click here to find out how to access them. The Cambridge Law JournalThe Cambridge Law Journal publishes articles on all areas of the law and includes book reviews...

Online resources

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:32:58 +0100

A wide range of online resources are available for staff and students to use. Most of the resources listed below can be accessed through"UK Federated Access". If you are outside college you may be asked to select the college name from a list and type in your college username and password. (sometimes you may also be asked to do this even from within college) If you are enrolled on a higher education course such as a Foundation Degree which is partnered with another institution, you may also be...

Study Centre information

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:21:39 +0100

ResourcesEach Study Centre provides access to a range of services and resources. These include: Books, DVDs and magazines Computers and laptops Online databases and e-books Printer and photocopier Learning Support Assignment proof reading Study skills sessions Help with finding information Help with referencing AccessibilityTo support students with physical and/or learning difficulties/disabilities there is a wide range of resources and software available in all of the Study Centr...

Information & Study Skills

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:14:29 +0100

Study Centre staff can help you to develop your study skills and improve your work. We deliver Information Literacy and Study Skills sessions to timetabled groups and individual students. Some Study Centres also offer drop in Study Skills workshops. At the start of your course your tutor will arrange for you to receive an induction to the services and resources that are available to you from the Study Centres. As your course progresses your tutor may also arrange for you to attend furthe...

Frequently Asked Questions

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:13:33 +0100

FAQ page is still under construction. Please let us know if you would like a question answered here. How to access the college network from home Where can I down load the VPN link? you can find them at http://vpninstructions.wortech.ac.uk Can I come into the Study Centres if I am not a student at WCT? We are members of two organisations which allow for visiting the Study Centres by being referred from your home library. INSPIRE and HWATL.. Outside of these arrangements visitors may com...

Spires Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:05:32 +0100

The Spires Study Centre is opposite reception on the ground floor in the All Saints' Building. The Study Centre caters primarily for students studying business studies, catering, construction, travel & tourism and languages courses. To enter the Spires Study Centre you should scan in using your college ID Card at the Help Desk. 01905 725563 Opening hoursTerm time: Mon, 8:30am - 5:00pmTues - Thurs, 8:30am - 9:00pmFriday, 8:30am - 4:15pm Please ring to confirm holiday opening hours in adv...

Severn Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:56:48 +0100

The Severn Study Centre is located on the first floor of the All Saints' Building. The Study Centre caters primarily for students studying languages. To enter the Severn Study Centre you will be required to scan in using your college ID Card at the Help Desk. 01905 725543 Opening hoursTerm time: Mon - Thurs, 8:00am - 5:00pmFriday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Please ring to confirm vacation-opening hours in advance. What resources are available?Computers are available which provide access...

Management & Professional Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:47:15 +0100

The Management and Professional Study Centre is on the first and second floor of the St Wulstan’s Building. Access to the upper floor level of the Study Centre is by a spiral staircase although there is also a lift for disabled users. To enter the Study Centre you should scan in using your College ID Card. 01905 743531 Opening hoursTerm time: Mondays, 8:30am - 5:00pmTuesday - Thurs, 8:30am - 7:30pmFridays, 8:30am - 4:30pm Please ring to confirm holiday opening hours in advance. What...

Health & Community Education Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:31:40 +0100

The Health and Community Education Study Centre is opposite reception on the ground floor in the All Saints' Building. The Study Centre caters primarily for students studying on counselling, early childhood studies, health and social care, public services, sport and lifeskills courses. To enter the Health and Community Education Study Centre you should scan in using your College ID Card at the help desk. 01905 725613 Opening hoursTerm time: Mon - Thurs, 8:00am - 5:00pmFriday, 8:00am - 4:...

Gill Callen Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:29:05 +0100

The Gill Callen Study Centre is on the top floor of the St Andrew's Building. The Study Centre caters primarily for students studying GCSE, AS/A2, I.T., science, performing arts and access to Higher Education courses. To enter the Gill Callen Study Centre you should scan in using your College ID Card at the help desk. 01905 725727 Opening hoursTerm time: Mon - Thurs, 8:30am - 5:00pmFriday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Please ring to confirm holiday opening hours in advance. What resources are availa...

Beacon Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:24:53 +0100

The Beacon Study centre is the focal point in the College for: The teaching and support of English, Literacy and Communication skills The teaching and support of Maths, Numeracy and Application of Number Assessments and identification of needs Literacy and Numeracy qualifications Additional Learning Support Staff training, advice and guidance in the areas listed above For comprehensive disabled access information for this Study Centre see DisabledGo....

Art & Design Study Centre

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:22:25 +0100

The School of Art & Design Study Centre is on the ground floor of the School of Art & Design opposite the former main entrance. The Study Centre caters primarily for students studying art and design, hair and beauty and holistic courses. 01905 725647 opening hoursTerm Time: Mon- Fri 8.30am - 5pmTues 8.30am - 9pm What resources are available?The resources available in the study centre include books, journals, videos and DVDs. PCs and Applemacs are available which provide access to both the ...

Study Centres

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 10:30:35 +0100

There are five Study Centres in college and these are based upon different subject areas. You are welcome to use any of them. They are designed to provide students with all of the resources and facilities that they need for effective learning. ResourcesEach Study Centre provides access to a range of services and resources. These include: Books, DVDs and magazines Computers and laptops Online databases and e-books Printer and photocopier Learning Support AccessibilityTo support stude...

Online resources and journals

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 10:20:18 +0100

A wide range of online resources are available for staff and students to use. All of our resources are also catalogued with links in our online catalogue. click "online resources" in the menu to the left to find the links to the resources and see the complete list, this includes searchable collections of online journals. if you are looking for the online version of individual journal titles we subscribe to, click "online journals" in the menu to the left If you are enrolled on a higher edu...

Opening hours & contact

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:54:02 +0100

Art & Design Study Centre01905 725647 Mon - Fri: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm _______________________________ Beacon Study Centre01905 725567 Mon - Thurs: 9.00 am - 5.00 pmFri: 9.00 am - 12.15 pm ________________________________ Gill Callen Study Centre01905 725727 Mon - Thurs: 8.30 am - 5.00 pmFri: 8.30 am - 4.30 pm ________________________________ Health and Community EducationStudy Centre01905 725613 Mon - Thurs: 8.00 am - 5.00 pmFri: 8.00 am - 4.30 pm _______________________________...

Distance & Off-site Learners

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:48:31 +0100

Many of the students who enrol at Worcester College of Technology will not visit the campus much, if at all, because they are "distance learners". If you choose distance learning you will have most of your course materials delivered online, by post or directly in the workplace. You might email your assignments and use forums to communicate with your tutors and fellow students. You may need to access the Study Centre resources remotely via the Internet.This is where the Study Centres can help! ...

Solutions (Lowesmoor Rd.)

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:32:07 +0100

WCT Solutions is our employer engagement and work based learning department.

For more information visit the Solutions website

Construction Centre of Excellence

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:30:09 +0100

The College's Construction Centre of Excellence opened in 2006 at Spring Lane in Malvern. The centre provides all the equipment and space necessary to deliver high quality practical tutoring of construction trades, brickwork and painting and decorating. Accessibility information The building is in 6 units; stretching front to back, the first four are accessible from the front door, the rear two are accessed via a ramp between units four and five. Fire escape access for the first four units are ...

Foundation Skills Centre

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:18:14 +0100

The Foundation Skills Centre on the edge of Worcester is the location for a variety of practical activities for Public Services students and foundation skills activities.

How to find us
Foundation Skills Centre,
Manor Farm,
Lower Wick,
Worcester.
WR2 4BS

School of Art & Design

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:54:41 +0100

The School of Art & Design is situated along the Tything to the north of the City. It has undergone extensive refurbishment to incorporate a new studio space which will be used for fashion shows and exhibitions and a state of the art salon. Accessibility information The main entrance to this building is at the back, where you will also find a car park which is free for staff and students to use. There is a lift to the first floor classrooms and all other ground floor rooms are fully accessi...

The Cathedral Building

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:51:49 +0100

The Cathedral building has had its foyer and reception areas refurbished to improve their appeal to students. The top floor has been converted to provide a study centre with one of the best views in Worcester. This building is home to engineering courses and music technology. Accessibility information The Cathedral building is accessible via sliding doors. When you have entered the building there is a lift immediately to your right. For comprehensive disabled access information for this ...

St. Wulstan's Building

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:48:39 +0100

The ex-Magistrates Courtroom has been transformed into a state of the art wireless enabled Integrated Study Centre allowing students to drop in to study or to be taught in groups. The entrance to the building has also been improved by creating a reception area and installing a three-storey lift. Accessibility information There is an accessible entrance at the back of the College in the form of a ramp. There is a lift to all floors. Signage is in Braille, as well as, in an accessible print forma...

St. Andrew's Building

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:46:58 +0100

St. Andrew's is home to the A level centre, science, I.T., music and performing arts. It contains all the facilities needed to ensure that you are able to practise new skills with the latest equipment and study in an inspiring environment. Accessibility information This building has a ramp to its entrance with sliding doors. Directly inside of the doors is a lift to all floors. For comprehensive disabled access information for this building see DisabledGo. Facilities Gill ...

All Saints' Building

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:41:01 +0100

Work has been completed on transforming both the library and the Learning Resources Centre into two interactive study centres. The refurbishment has provided students with more space to study. In addition there are separate study centres for travel and tourism, languages and foundation learning which provide specialist resources for the subject areas. Accessibility Information This building has a ramp up to sliding doors at its entrance. There are then ramps with handrails, which lead to ...

Building accessibility

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:18:32 +0100

The College has undergone a series of adaptations to it's buildings in line with the Disability Discrimination Act Part IV (2001). This has made it more accessible for all students. However, we are not complacent about our achievements and continue to alter the buildings in line with the suggestions of students with disabilities. A forum has been set up to ensure this process is thorough, and a disabled students action group called ‘Open Doors’ regularly informs Head of Estates and the Progr...