Telford College is holding an advice evening this month to promote its degree-level study opportunities available in the town.

The college is partnering with universities including Keele and Wolverhampton to offer flexible higher education programmes in areas such as health and social care, early years, business, and digital studies.

And on October 23 it will be inviting people to find out more about all of the courses with a ‘taster’ event at its Haybridge campus in Wellington, starting at 5.30pm.

For more details, email HEinfo@telfordcollege.ac.uk

“If you are considering options for stepping into degree-level studies and want to find out more about how you can complete your higher education here in Telford, these are the perfect events for you,” said Helen Fellows, director of higher education.

“We have part-time studies, modular studies, hybrid studies and lots of flexible programmes to designed to fit around people’s busy lifestyles.

“If you’re thinking of learning new skills but unsure what could meet your needs, or considering a career change, our professional courses may be just what you are looking for.

“The taster event is a chance for an informal discussion with the expert team at Telford College to see what your options are, and gain practical careers advice.”

It will include a presentation on the various study opportunities, as well as information on the application process, and finance.

Listen here to Helen talking about the tasters on the Shropshire Live radio breakfast show

Some of the modular courses, which form part of a higher technical qualification such as HNC or HND degree-level courses, are currently fully-funded.

The college has secured funding for 12 months, enabling it to deliver a selection of these higher technical qualification modules at no cost to students.

It is offering short courses in business, computing and health & social care as part of the scheme.

They are open to anyone between the age of 19 and 60. To qualify for the fully-funded places, they must be completed by the end of August next year.

Each of the modules form part of a higher technical qualification such as HNC or HND degree-level courses.

Credits obtained from the completion of these modules can be used at a later date towards full higher technical qualifications.

Helen said: “They are perfect for people who may have been out of learning for some time, and want to dip their toe back in the water at a higher level without the pressure of committing to a full qualification.

“The great thing about this opportunity is the flexible, bite-sized learning it offers, without the need to commit to a full degree. You can tailor your education to fit your life, with face-to-face study and classes taking place in the evenings.

“Anyone looking to retrain in a new career or upskill to enhance their existing job role can apply.”