Higher Education Studies
Higher Education
SERC offers a wide range of Higher Education programmes designed to provide practical, career-focused learning in a supportive environment.
Higher Education qualifications at SERC include Degrees, Foundation Degrees, Higher Level Apprenticeships, Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) and Higher National Certificates (HNCs). These programmes help students develop academic knowledge, analytical thinking and specialist technical skills for employment or further university study.
Many programmes are delivered in partnership with UK universities, including Liverpool John Moores University, The Open University, Queens University Belfast and University of Ulster, providing recognised qualifications and progression opportunities.
Tuition Fees
International tuition fees for Higher Education programmes at SERC are competitive compared with many UK institutions.
Level 4 and higher programmes (including Degrees): £8,250 per year
UK Higher Education Pathway
Many students use SERC Higher Education programmes as a pathway to university study. After completing a Foundation Degree or HND, students may have the opportunity to progress to the final year of a Bachelor’s degree at a partner university
Students completing their Higher Education programme celebrate their achievements at SERC’s annual graduation ceremony at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast.
Level 4
Higher National Certificate (HNC)/ Higher Level Apprenticeship
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Level 5
Foundation Degree/ Higher Level Apprenticeship/ Higher National Diploma (HND) /
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Level 6
Bachelor’s Degree (Top-up at partner university)
Subject Areas
Higher Education programmes (full-time and part-time) are available across a range of subject areas including:
- Animal Management
- Bio Science
- Business & Management
- Computing and Digital Technologies
- Creative Arts and Design
- Early Years and Education
- Engineering and Manufacturing
- Health and Care
- Hospitality and Culinary Arts
- Sport and Recreation
- Animal Management