Helping you succeed What if things go wrong?
Helping you succeed
with other students, or one to one (just you and the tutor).
Tutorial Support
Using a computer at college
Your personal tutor will support and monitor your academic progress and your punctuality and attendance. Through regular individual interviews your tutor will work with you to help you set yourself targets to improve and achieve your educational goals.
ID Policy All students of the College are issued with ID cards. The ID card system proves that you are a genuine College student and protects us all from intruders. You will not be allowed into the College without your ID card.
Disabled students and/or those with learning difficulties The College is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment. We aim to make the most of every student’s learning opportunities. It is important to us that disabled students, including those with learning disabilities, feel welcome and are supported throughout their time at College.
Support with Maths and English (including English for speakers of other languages) All full-time students, and many studying part-time, are assessed for support needs during induction. If your tutor considers you need support with your English or number skills she/he will refer you for further assessment with a support tutor. Support is always aimed at helping you to do your very best on your main course. Sometimes it will be built into your main course, or you might be offered it in a small group
punctuality, hand all your work in on time and good performance on the course. • Educational Maintenance Allowances (EMA) if you are aged 16 - 18
All students have access to College ICT systems and a College ICT account. You will be asked to agree to the College’s ICT Acceptable Use Policy before you can access these facilities.
• Adult Learning Grant (ALG) See www.direct.gov.uk for more information and an application form, or ask at the general office at your Centre.
If you have any problems with the computer or forget your password, the first thing to do is to tell your Tutor or a member of the Library staff.
External Computer Access To access email or my.candi from outside the college you can log onto the internet and type www. candi.ac.uk into the browser. You will be asked for your username and password, use the same one you use at College to log on to the PC.
Library Each of the main College Centres has a Library to support you with coursework and assignments as well as offering you a place to study. Staff are available to help you with any queries or if you need assistance with using the equipment. We can show you how to use your College email, support and help you with Moodle and show you how to get the best from online resources.
Student Union City and Islington College Student Union encourages every student to have a voice in all aspect of College life and offers a variety of events and exciting social opportunities outside of lessons. What makes our Student Union so important is that all students are a member, it is led by students and every student has the opportunity to get involved.
Child Care Want to Make a Difference? Why not improve your own skills, help the local community and improve your employment prospects by getting involved in our many volunteering opportunities.
Want to Save Money? Buy a NUS Extra Card from our Student Union and save hundreds of pounds online from www.nus.org. uk/NUS-Extra or bring a photo and £10 to College and buy the card direct from our Student Reps.
Enrichment Activities As well as studying hard we hope you will have lots of fun. We want your time at the College to be exciting and life-enhancing. Enrichment activities are a great opportunity to meet and mix with other students and staff and to make new friends. You can use these activities to build up your CV (record them on your ‘my future’ section of my.candi.ac.uk) they’re just what universities and employers want to hear about!
Further Education Sports Coordinator (FESCO) The College has a FESCO to coordinate and organise sports events and physical activities for students. If you are interested in sports opportunities please contact Peter Jones for further information on [email protected]
Financial Support You may be able to get an allowance of up to £30 per week, as long as you have 100% attendance and
The College provides full day nurseries at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology and at the Centre for Lifelong Learning; £1.50 morning and £1 afternoon session. These nurseries have a limited number of places. It is our aim to support as many students as possible. However, demand is very high and not all applications will be successful. For a Childcare application form, please contact the nurseries direct. CBAT: 020 7700 8790 and CLL: 020 7704 7292
Student Advice We can provide help with practical issues such as financial worries, tuition fees, studying while on benefits, leaving home and emergency accommodation, basic immigration issues and referral to specialist agencies for refugees and asylum seekers and other practical concerns.
Personal Counselling If you have any personal or emotional difficulties, have a specific concern or a general feeling that things are not OK while you are at College, then it may be helpful to talk them through with a counsellor. Our team includes qualified and experienced counsellors who will offer you a confidential space in which to explore and understand what is going on.
Careers Guidance/Connexions Service As well as getting the best out of your course and achieving good results, you will want to plan your next steps and think about your
future career. Our careers education programmes will help you make the right choices - whether it is to apply to university or to find the right job.
Health & Safety Your tutor will inform you about the College Health and Safety policies and procedures during your induction.
What if things go wrong? Changing Programme If you wish to change your programme of study you should discuss this with your tutor and where appropriate seek guidance from the careers staff in your Centre.
Unsatisfactory Behaviour or Performance When students do not fulfil their responsibilities and break the College Learning and Behaviour Agreement through not attending classes or completing work or through behaviour that disrupts College life, formal action is taken using the College Student Disciplinary Policy. Where a serious incident and breach of the Learning and Behaviour Agreement has occurred the College may exclude students.
Complaints If you have a concern you should first discuss the matter with your tutor. Most problems can be resolved at this stage. If you wish to make a formal complaint you should complete a Student Feedback Form available: •Online via my.candi.ac.uk and sent to [email protected] •From the Centre offices.
Appealing Against the Marking of Exams or Coursework Very occasionally a student may believe their exam or coursework has been inaccurately assessed.
There are internal and College regulations governing when and how students can appeal. Students who have any concerns about marked work should see their tutor in the first instance.
Data Protection To comply with the law, information must be collected and used fairly, stored safely, not disclosed to any other person unlawfully and any data relating to an individual is disposed of safely. To do this, the College must comply with the Data Protection Act principles, which are set out in the DPA 1998. The draft Data Protection Policy can be found on my.candi. If you do not want your data shared for the purposes of surveys and research or do not want to be contacted about courses or learning opportunities please make the Centre office aware and they will update your records. If you are 16-18 years old, we reserve the right to contact your parent/guardian in relation to your progress, unless advised otherwise by you. Please talk to your tutor in the first instance if you wish to withhold this information. If an employer is paying your fees, we reserve the right to contact your employer in relation to your progress.
Centre for Business, Arts & Technology Director David Colton Deputy Director for Students Sacha Corcoran Lead Tutor Bisi Williams Eunice Omowale Robert Kennedy Absence line 020 7700 8618
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Centre for Health, Social and Child Care Director Helen Kent [email protected] Deputy Director for Students Gill Gibson [email protected] Lead Tutor Elaine Burston [email protected] Kathryn Gordon [email protected] Absence line 020 7700 9383 not to be used for lateness Centre for Lifelong Learning Director Grant Glendinning [email protected] Deputy Director for Students Mary Dakin [email protected] Lead Tutor Chris Humphreys [email protected] James McGoldrick [email protected] Rosie Iribas [email protected] Absence line 020 7704 7284 Sixth Form College Director Keren Abse Deputy Director for Students John Eyles Lead Tutor Barry Brinklow Bernard Bulaitis Denise Johnson Dionne Sparks Hannah Lowe Absence line 020 7520 0672
Course Information Unit 020 7700 9200 [email protected] www.candi.ac.uk For other enquiries Tel: 020 7700 9333 Fax: 020 7700 9222
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Learning & Behaviour Agreement The College aims for all students to have an enjoyable, safe and successful time with us. We expect you to take responsibility for your learning and work hard to achieve your learning goals. The Learning & Behaviour Agreement explains what you can expect when you become a student of the College and what we expect of you as a Student at City & Islington College.
Term Dates for 2010/2011 Academic Year
College Contacts
Centre for Applied Sciences Director Steve Jones Deputy Director for Students Daniel Norris Lead Tutor Jenny Dean-Hill Absence line 020 7520 0670
Terms
Start
3 September 2010
Classes
6 September
22 October
Half Term
25 October
29 October
Classes
1 November
17 December
Holiday Christmas
20 December
1 January 2011
Classes
4 January 2011
18 February
Half term
21 February
25 February
Classes
28 February
8 April
Holiday (Easter)
11 April
22 April
Classes
26 April
27 May
Half Term
30 May
3 June
Equality Statement
Keeping Safe
The College is extremely proud of the richness in diversity that our students bring. We believe in equality and fairness for all our students and are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all who learn and work here. We actively combat racist, sexist, homophobic or ageist behaviour and other forms of discrimination.
If you have any concerns about keeping safe at College, please talk to your tutor. The College has three Designated Child Protection and Vulnerable Adults Officers Penny Seal, Helen Kent, Yvonne Rzadkiewicz all contactable via the Child Protection Helpline 0207 697 1717. Please ring 0207 697 1717 if you are being harmed in any way or you wish to report that another young person or vulnerable adult is being harmed and your call will be returned within the hour.
Religion and Belief Statement
You can also talk to the Safeguarding Champion in your Centre: Finsbury Park Andy Fairhurst
Finish
Enrolment
020 7704 7214
Marlborough Ruth Jno Baptiste 020 7700 9296 SFC John Eyles 020 7520 0609 CAS Daniel Norris 020 7520 7455 Camden Rd Sacha Corcoran 020 7700 8648 There is a Safeguarding/Keeping Safe noticeboard in your Centre and Learning Centre You will find information on this noticeboard on how to keep safe and who to talk to if you are at risk of harm or being harmed in any way.
my.candi
This is our one-stop online resource to support your studies and your student life. When you log-on to any college computer, you will see my.candi.ac.uk. It will tell you everything about your course and the college. You will find out all about my.candi.ac.uk during your ICT Induction.
The College aims to ensure equal and fair treatment for every student of any religion or belief or non-belief. We aim to meet all our students’ educational needs, encourage them to achieve their full potential and raise their educational standards. To do this we aim to create a positive atmosphere where all students respect each other’s differences and respect different beliefs systems and religions.
Anti-Bullying and Harassment Statement City and Islington College does not tolerate bullying or harassment and is committed to making and keeping the college a safe, secure place. Where bullying or harassment does occur, the college will let students know about the steps they should take and support students in reporting bullying or harassment.
Key Information
Welcome On behalf of all the staff at the College, I am happy to welcome you to City and Islington College. You are joining London’s Leading College. That makes you potentially one of London’s leading students! As a student at City & Islington College you will get the support and help you need to gain the qualifications you want, to be successful and fulfil your ambitions. If you make your studies your priority and take full advantage of the opportunity to achieve success, we can promise you an enjoyable and rewarding time. Outside of the classroom, there are many opportunities for you to get involved in College life. You can become a student class representative - so we hear your voice and those of your class; join a volunteering project, take part in student union events; enrichment activities and sporting competitions or even gain work experience as a student helper. We hope you enjoy your time at City and Islington College and we wish you every success with your studies. Kirsty Webb-Wood Director of Learner Engagement, Marketing and Admissions
with other students, or one to one (just you and the tutor).
Tutorial Support
Using a computer at college
Your personal tutor will support and monitor your academic progress and your punctuality and attendance. Through regular individual interviews your tutor will work with you to help you set yourself targets to improve and achieve your educational goals.
ID Policy All students of the College are issued with ID cards. The ID card system proves that you are a genuine College student and protects us all from intruders. You will not be allowed into the College without your ID card.
Disabled students and/or those with learning difficulties The College is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment. We aim to make the most of every student’s learning opportunities. It is important to us that disabled students, including those with learning disabilities, feel welcome and are supported throughout their time at College.
Support with Maths and English (including English for speakers of other languages) All full-time students, and many studying part-time, are assessed for support needs during induction. If your tutor considers you need support with your English or number skills she/he will refer you for further assessment with a support tutor. Support is always aimed at helping you to do your very best on your main course. Sometimes it will be built into your main course, or you might be offered it in a small group
punctuality, hand all your work in on time and good performance on the course. • Educational Maintenance Allowances (EMA) if you are aged 16 - 18
All students have access to College ICT systems and a College ICT account. You will be asked to agree to the College’s ICT Acceptable Use Policy before you can access these facilities.
• Adult Learning Grant (ALG) See www.direct.gov.uk for more information and an application form, or ask at the general office at your Centre.
If you have any problems with the computer or forget your password, the first thing to do is to tell your Tutor or a member of the Library staff.
External Computer Access To access email or my.candi from outside the college you can log onto the internet and type www. candi.ac.uk into the browser. You will be asked for your username and password, use the same one you use at College to log on to the PC.
Library Each of the main College Centres has a Library to support you with coursework and assignments as well as offering you a place to study. Staff are available to help you with any queries or if you need assistance with using the equipment. We can show you how to use your College email, support and help you with Moodle and show you how to get the best from online resources.
Student Union City and Islington College Student Union encourages every student to have a voice in all aspect of College life and offers a variety of events and exciting social opportunities outside of lessons. What makes our Student Union so important is that all students are a member, it is led by students and every student has the opportunity to get involved.
Child Care Want to Make a Difference? Why not improve your own skills, help the local community and improve your employment prospects by getting involved in our many volunteering opportunities.
Want to Save Money? Buy a NUS Extra Card from our Student Union and save hundreds of pounds online from www.nus.org. uk/NUS-Extra or bring a photo and £10 to College and buy the card direct from our Student Reps.
Enrichment Activities As well as studying hard we hope you will have lots of fun. We want your time at the College to be exciting and life-enhancing. Enrichment activities are a great opportunity to meet and mix with other students and staff and to make new friends. You can use these activities to build up your CV (record them on your ‘my future’ section of my.candi.ac.uk) they’re just what universities and employers want to hear about!
Further Education Sports Coordinator (FESCO) The College has a FESCO to coordinate and organise sports events and physical activities for students. If you are interested in sports opportunities please contact Peter Jones for further information on [email protected]
Financial Support You may be able to get an allowance of up to £30 per week, as long as you have 100% attendance and
The College provides full day nurseries at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology and at the Centre for Lifelong Learning; £1.50 morning and £1 afternoon session. These nurseries have a limited number of places. It is our aim to support as many students as possible. However, demand is very high and not all applications will be successful. For a Childcare application form, please contact the nurseries direct. CBAT: 020 7700 8790 and CLL: 020 7704 7292
Student Advice We can provide help with practical issues such as financial worries, tuition fees, studying while on benefits, leaving home and emergency accommodation, basic immigration issues and referral to specialist agencies for refugees and asylum seekers and other practical concerns.
Personal Counselling If you have any personal or emotional difficulties, have a specific concern or a general feeling that things are not OK while you are at College, then it may be helpful to talk them through with a counsellor. Our team includes qualified and experienced counsellors who will offer you a confidential space in which to explore and understand what is going on.
Careers Guidance/Connexions Service As well as getting the best out of your course and achieving good results, you will want to plan your next steps and think about your
future career. Our careers education programmes will help you make the right choices - whether it is to apply to university or to find the right job.
Health & Safety Your tutor will inform you about the College Health and Safety policies and procedures during your induction.
What if things go wrong? Changing Programme If you wish to change your programme of study you should discuss this with your tutor and where appropriate seek guidance from the careers staff in your Centre.
Unsatisfactory Behaviour or Performance When students do not fulfil their responsibilities and break the College Learning and Behaviour Agreement through not attending classes or completing work or through behaviour that disrupts College life, formal action is taken using the College Student Disciplinary Policy. Where a serious incident and breach of the Learning and Behaviour Agreement has occurred the College may exclude students.
Complaints If you have a concern you should first discuss the matter with your tutor. Most problems can be resolved at this stage. If you wish to make a formal complaint you should complete a Student Feedback Form available: •Online via my.candi.ac.uk and sent to [email protected] •From the Centre offices.
Appealing Against the Marking of Exams or Coursework Very occasionally a student may believe their exam or coursework has been inaccurately assessed.
There are internal and College regulations governing when and how students can appeal. Students who have any concerns about marked work should see their tutor in the first instance.
Data Protection To comply with the law, information must be collected and used fairly, stored safely, not disclosed to any other person unlawfully and any data relating to an individual is disposed of safely. To do this, the College must comply with the Data Protection Act principles, which are set out in the DPA 1998. The draft Data Protection Policy can be found on my.candi. If you do not want your data shared for the purposes of surveys and research or do not want to be contacted about courses or learning opportunities please make the Centre office aware and they will update your records. If you are 16-18 years old, we reserve the right to contact your parent/guardian in relation to your progress, unless advised otherwise by you. Please talk to your tutor in the first instance if you wish to withhold this information. If an employer is paying your fees, we reserve the right to contact your employer in relation to your progress.
Centre for Business, Arts & Technology Director David Colton Deputy Director for Students Sacha Corcoran Lead Tutor Bisi Williams Eunice Omowale Robert Kennedy Absence line 020 7700 8618
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Centre for Health, Social and Child Care Director Helen Kent [email protected] Deputy Director for Students Gill Gibson [email protected] Lead Tutor Elaine Burston [email protected] Kathryn Gordon [email protected] Absence line 020 7700 9383 not to be used for lateness Centre for Lifelong Learning Director Grant Glendinning [email protected] Deputy Director for Students Mary Dakin [email protected] Lead Tutor Chris Humphreys [email protected] James McGoldrick [email protected] Rosie Iribas [email protected] Absence line 020 7704 7284 Sixth Form College Director Keren Abse Deputy Director for Students John Eyles Lead Tutor Barry Brinklow Bernard Bulaitis Denise Johnson Dionne Sparks Hannah Lowe Absence line 020 7520 0672
Course Information Unit 020 7700 9200 [email protected] www.candi.ac.uk For other enquiries Tel: 020 7700 9333 Fax: 020 7700 9222
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Learning & Behaviour Agreement The College aims for all students to have an enjoyable, safe and successful time with us. We expect you to take responsibility for your learning and work hard to achieve your learning goals. The Learning & Behaviour Agreement explains what you can expect when you become a student of the College and what we expect of you as a Student at City & Islington College.
Term Dates for 2010/2011 Academic Year
College Contacts
Centre for Applied Sciences Director Steve Jones Deputy Director for Students Daniel Norris Lead Tutor Jenny Dean-Hill Absence line 020 7520 0670
Terms
Start
3 September 2010
Classes
6 September
22 October
Half Term
25 October
29 October
Classes
1 November
17 December
Holiday Christmas
20 December
1 January 2011
Classes
4 January 2011
18 February
Half term
21 February
25 February
Classes
28 February
8 April
Holiday (Easter)
11 April
22 April
Classes
26 April
27 May
Half Term
30 May
3 June
Equality Statement
Keeping Safe
The College is extremely proud of the richness in diversity that our students bring. We believe in equality and fairness for all our students and are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all who learn and work here. We actively combat racist, sexist, homophobic or ageist behaviour and other forms of discrimination.
If you have any concerns about keeping safe at College, please talk to your tutor. The College has three Designated Child Protection and Vulnerable Adults Officers Penny Seal, Helen Kent, Yvonne Rzadkiewicz all contactable via the Child Protection Helpline 0207 697 1717. Please ring 0207 697 1717 if you are being harmed in any way or you wish to report that another young person or vulnerable adult is being harmed and your call will be returned within the hour.
Religion and Belief Statement
You can also talk to the Safeguarding Champion in your Centre: Finsbury Park Andy Fairhurst
Finish
Enrolment
020 7704 7214
Marlborough Ruth Jno Baptiste 020 7700 9296 SFC John Eyles 020 7520 0609 CAS Daniel Norris 020 7520 7455 Camden Rd Sacha Corcoran 020 7700 8648 There is a Safeguarding/Keeping Safe noticeboard in your Centre and Learning Centre You will find information on this noticeboard on how to keep safe and who to talk to if you are at risk of harm or being harmed in any way.
my.candi
This is our one-stop online resource to support your studies and your student life. When you log-on to any college computer, you will see my.candi.ac.uk. It will tell you everything about your course and the college. You will find out all about my.candi.ac.uk during your ICT Induction.
The College aims to ensure equal and fair treatment for every student of any religion or belief or non-belief. We aim to meet all our students’ educational needs, encourage them to achieve their full potential and raise their educational standards. To do this we aim to create a positive atmosphere where all students respect each other’s differences and respect different beliefs systems and religions.
Anti-Bullying and Harassment Statement City and Islington College does not tolerate bullying or harassment and is committed to making and keeping the college a safe, secure place. Where bullying or harassment does occur, the college will let students know about the steps they should take and support students in reporting bullying or harassment.
Key Information
Welcome On behalf of all the staff at the College, I am happy to welcome you to City and Islington College. You are joining London’s Leading College. That makes you potentially one of London’s leading students! As a student at City & Islington College you will get the support and help you need to gain the qualifications you want, to be successful and fulfil your ambitions. If you make your studies your priority and take full advantage of the opportunity to achieve success, we can promise you an enjoyable and rewarding time. Outside of the classroom, there are many opportunities for you to get involved in College life. You can become a student class representative - so we hear your voice and those of your class; join a volunteering project, take part in student union events; enrichment activities and sporting competitions or even gain work experience as a student helper. We hope you enjoy your time at City and Islington College and we wish you every success with your studies. Kirsty Webb-Wood Director of Learner Engagement, Marketing and Admissions
