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Access to Computing
This course is for anyone who is considering a career in the IT industry.
It provides students with a taste of the different specialities within computing, including computer hardware, cyber security and software development. -
Access to Engineering
This course provides students with experience of a broad range of different types of engineering and the core skills to progress on to National Qualifications. It aims to give individuals greater confidence in their own abilities and fully inform them about a career in engineering.
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Art & Design: Portfolio Preparation
The Art & Design: Portfolio Preparation Course is an exciting and intensive one year programme designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to create an outstanding Portfolio for further studies in Art & Design.
The course will also develop the critical and research skills necessary for advanced level study in this field. In addition to portfolio building, students will have the opportunity to develop appropriate levels of communication, creativity, interpersonal skills and independent working skills within a supportive environment that can lead to advanced level study.
You will be guided by experienced and passionate lecturers within a supportive environment with state of the art facilities.
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BA (Hons) Digital Media (University of Stirling)
Please note that this course has been withdrawn for session 24/25. Applicants should refer to our alternative college option - two year HND Media Production with articulation to University after completion.
This multimedia course is designed to support students who wish to pursue a career in the vibrant, fast paced media industry. Students will develop skills across a range of media specialisms including television, film, radio, print and online.
They will explore the tools, applications and industry practice of the digital environment, creating content and sharing it across a range of platforms. With a strong focus on practical skills the course will also develop an in-depth understanding of ethical and legal considerations of working within the media industry.
The programme combines the technical and theoretical media skills and industry insights of the Forth Valley College staff team, with the advanced academic training and up-to-date digital expertise of the University of Stirling.
The first two years of this course is delivered at our Stirling Campus.
During the first two years, there will be regular transition sessions at the University of Stirling.Please note, we offer this course for Year One or Year Two entry.
UCAS Code: W2N9
If you would like to apply for the Partnership Degree course, you can request to be sent a link to our custom built direct application form, rather than completing a UCAS application form. We can offer assistance in completing the form. If you would prefer this option, please email the University of Stirling at admissions@stir.ac.uk requesting the link to the direct form and advising which course you wish to apply for.
If you would like further information or guidance, please contact Forth Valley College’s University Partnership Engagement Officer, Sarah McCormick: sarah.mccormick@forthvalley.ac.ukCase Studies
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BA (Hons) Heritage and Tourism (University of Stirling)
Please note that this course has been withdrawn for session 24/25. Applicants should refer to our alternative college option - two year HND Travel and Tourism with articulation to University after completion.
Planning a career in heritage, travel or tourism? Our Heritage and Tourism degree is the perfect place to start your professional journey.
If you have aspirations of working in the heritage, conservation or tourism sectors, our dedicated Heritage and Tourism degree is the perfect starting point. This course is a fully integrated degree taught in partnership between Forth Valley College and the University of Stirling. You'll spend the first two years studying at the College and the final two studying at the University of Stirling campus, whilst benefitting from dual registration and the full range of our combined resources and facilities.The aims of this award are to develop a knowledge of study, research and analysis, with an ability to define and solve problems. Students will develop key skills and knowledge in marketing and customer service, as applied to the travel and tourism sector. They will develop product knowledge of the home market, or international destinations. They will develop an understanding of the Heritage and Tourism industry, how it is structured and how it operates.
Students will develop a more in-depth understanding and application of marketing and management competences, in the travel and tourism context of tour operations and selected specialist areas e.g. visitor attractions, airline and airport operations, business or retail travel, whilst considering the key issue of sustainability.
Please note, we offer this course at Year one or Year two entry.
UCAS code: 8V74
If you would like to apply for the Partnership Degree course, you can request to be sent a link to our custom built direct application form, rather than completing a UCAS application form. We can offer assistance in completing the form. If you would prefer this option, please email the University of Stirling at admissions@stir.ac.uk requesting the link to the direct form and advising which course you wish to apply for.
If you would like further information or guidance, please contact Forth Valley College’s University Partnership Engagement Officer, Sarah McCormick: sarah.mccormick@forthvalley.ac.ukCase Studies
Check out the case studies below to hear how this course has benefitted previous students: