Enterprise-driven curriculum
We offer each of our students a career enhancing experience where you will work on live projects, solving problems for real businesses. You will also have the opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial skills by setting up a SERC Student Company.

Work Placements
To develop a deeper understanding of the world of work you will also have the opportunity to undertake work placements as part of your course.

Links with industry experts
Ensure that you are best placed to undertake employment upon finishing your qualification.

SERC Support
At SERC we’re always here to support you to ensure that you get the most out of your time with us. Services include;

• SERC Extra
• Award-winning Careers Advice
• Financial help
• Learning support

State of the Art Facilities
Learn in modern and comfortable surroundings with access to the latest technology available for your chosen area.

We want you to have some fun too!
By getting involved in the Students’ Union you can help organise events, make new friends and have fun.

By studying at SERC you can get the edge.

Degree
BA (Hons) Degree offered in conjunction with John Moores University, Liverpool. This is a Higher Education qualification that helps you develop a true understanding of a subject and usually takes three years to complete if studying full-time. You can also study for a degree part-time or through flexible learning which usually takes four years to complete. The qualification is designed to help you develop your analytical, intellectual and essay or dissertation writing skills.

Foundation Degree
This is a Higher Education qualification that combines academic study with work-based learning. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, Foundation Degrees are available in a range of work-related subjects. They are designed to equip you for a particular area of work, as well as giving you the general skills that are useful in any type of job.

Higher National Diploma (HND)
HNDs are a work-related, vocational Higher Education qualification. While Degrees tend to focus on gaining knowledge, HNDs are designed to give you the skills to put that knowledge to effective use in a particular job. HNDs are highly valued by employers both in the UK and overseas, and can also count towards membership of professional bodies and other employer organisations.

Higher National Certificate (HNC)
HNCs are a vocational Higher Education qualification that is usually studied part-time over two years. HNCs are popular with students who are already in employment as they enable you to put the skills you learn into practice in your current job.

Professional Qualifications
Qualifications which are accredited by professional industry body's and demonstrate a student’s depth of knowledge and understanding of a subject and also a commitment to succeed within the industry.

Many students return to study with us who have been out of education for several years and have relevant experience at an appropriate level. If you are returning to study you may be eligible through the Accreditation of Prior Learning Process (APL) :

1. Accredited Prior Certification Learning (ACL) – this is learning associated with a formal course of study that has been assessed either in Higher Education, by a professional body or achieved through staff development.
2. Accredited Prior Experience Learning (APEL) – this is learning acquired through life, work experience and study not previously certified through formal education.

If you would link further information please discuss APL when you make your application, or contact Heather Miller (Head of Quality)

At SERC we welcome students from far and wide, from China to Poland and Belarus to Sudan.

Our International students have the opportunity to study in a safe environment for a wide range of courses in one of the world’s most advanced education systems. Our students benefit from a high standard of teaching provided by well qualified, committed staff, delivered through small class sizes for a more supportive environment.

Also our UK Boarder agency ‘Highly Trusted Sponsor’ status is assurance of our high standard of education.

We have an International Office, from where you can get advice about preparing to come to the UK to study, including advice on visa issues where relevant, finding accommodation, opening a bank account and other issues related to helping you settle into a new country.

Matthew Sloan - Studied a BA Business Studies

Charis Wray – Studied a Foundation Degree Creative Multimedia