When you join HNC, you’ll be joining a college that will support you to become your best self. Below, we share more about the HNC experience you can expect, and how the support on offer will help you to develop the confidence and skills that will help you progress to your dream next steps with confidence, whatever those next steps may be.
Aspire
Every student at HNC is supported via our Aspire programme and these lessons will form a compulsory part of your timetable. These sessions are designed to support you to prepare and plan for the future, and become well-rounded, responsible and resilient young adults who are ready for the real world.
Each Aspire group is led by a dedicated Progress Tutor, who is also the main point of contact for you and your parents/carers. You will meet your Progress Tutor on a regular basis to discuss progress, your vision for the future and progress towards your goals.
XL
Students on track to achieve a GCSE grade point average of 7 or above are automatically enrolled on the HNC XL programme. This programme is designed to support students to progress to competitive degree programmes and the UK’s top universities. This includes:
- A lecture series on a diverse and fascinating range of topics
- Specialist support for highly competitive degrees such as Medicine and Dentistry
- Support for application to Oxbridge universities
- University visits and taster workshops
- An automatic opportunity to undertake the EPQ
- Support to secure summer school and high value work placements
Careers and Work Experience
Careers and Work Experience at HNC is a key way in which we support our students to become their best selves. Our experience team are on hands to guide you on making the right choices for your next steps, and ensuring that you have access to the resources you need, from attending university open days to applying for degree level apprenticeships. throughout your time at HNC, you can meet with a qualified Careers Advisor, attend a variety of careers events and meet local employers. We also have an established Work Experience programme that is designed to support you to develop work-based skills that will help you to shine in university and job applications.
Student Wellbeing
HNC is a considerate College that cares deeply about the wellbeing of its community. Our wellbeing support programme focuses on providing you with the tools and resources you need to be happy and health and ultimately, successful in achieving your goals. Wellbeing support at HNC is focused on supporting you to be in charge of your own future, helping you to face and overcome life’s challenges if and when they arise. From one-to-one appointments to free period products to a LGBTQ+ support group, the Student Wellbeing team are here for everyone.
Enrichment
Enrichment at HNC forms an integral part of your college experience – and with over 100 different activities, clubs and societies, there genuinely is something for everyone!
From big commitment, big reward programmes such as the College’s famous Sporting Academies, Duke of Edinburgh programme and Student Council team, to taking part in activities from ceramics to writing for the student newspaper, HNC’s enrichment programme is designed to develop your skills, interest and confidence beyond your study programme, developing your cultural capital and preparing you for the wider world.
Student voice
Student voice is an important part of life at HNC – our students are at the heart of everything we do, and ensuring that your voice is heard helps us to ensure we’re always improving our offer. Our Student Council team, lead by our Head Students, leads our student voice. Applications for our Student Leadership team open every April, and everyone has the opportunity to apply. The Student Council work with the College’s Senior Leadership Team to feedback to them any ideas or concerns the wider student body may have – and this has impacted areas such as food, events and transport.
Learning Support Centre
The Learning Support Centre (known as the LSC) is our hub for study support. A quiet learning area, the LSC can be used for independent or group study and is kitted out with PCs. The LSC is also the hub for additional learning needs and access arrangements – and we encourage all applicants to let us know ahead of joining us if there is any additional support required. You can do this via the ‘getting to know you’ survey.
Our Learning Support Mentors (LSMs) are on hand to support you with areas such as revision and study techniques, and can be found in the College’s study hubs which are situated across the campus.
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