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West End College London

Enlightening the future

STUDENT

HANDBOOK
Your complete guide to West End College London

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The College supports and seeks to promote the principle of equality of opportunity in all aspects of its operation including: admissions, teaching, learning support for students, resourcing, quality assurance, management and governance. Every possible step will be taken to ensure that all applicants, students, staff and visitors are treated equally and fairly. The College is committed to eliminating unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of: age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, nationality, culture & religion. We would like to welcome you here, whether you are new to the College or returning for another year. We are a friendly and committed college and want you to succeed. We hope within this handbook you will find all the information you need to make the most of your time with us. Further information can be found on the College web site.

Best wishes from all the staff at West End College London

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A SUPERB

CAMPUS...

The College offers the best campus location in city of London.... globally recognised qualifications and arguably top class facilities too!

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EVERY STUDENT

MATTERS...
E n j o y i n g & A c h i e v i n g
(e.g. Enjoy your study and pass your course)

S t a n d

O u t

f r o m

t h e

C r o w d

(e.g. high achiever in exam)

Making a Positive Contribution


(e.g. volunteer)

Achieving Economic Well-being


(e.g. succeed in life)

S t a y i n g

S a f e

(e.g. safe place to live & study)

B e i n g

H e a l t h y

(e.g. opportunities to do healthy activities)

A i m

H i g h

(e.g. setting higher targets)

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A HIGH QUALITY

EDUCATION...
WECL is accredited by the ASIC and Tier 4 A Grade Sponsor The Teaching
Essential to the success of any academic institution is the quality of the teaching staff, and the lecturing team at West End College London is of a high calibre. College lecturers are selected not just for their academic ability and technical skills, but also for their ability to impart their knowledge to others. Studying a subject to Bachelors degree or Masters degree level is not easy and much depends on the effectiveness of the teaching. The credentials of West End College Londons lecturers have been assessed thoroughly and approved and students can therefore be confident that our lecturers are of the highest standard.

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A combination of internationally recognised courses and high standards of teaching make West End College London an ideal choice for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Professional Courses

A TEACHING

STANDARD

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COLLEGE TERM DATES

2010
WINTER SESSION (January - April) Term Start Date: Monday 11 Jan 2010 Term End Date: Friday 09 April 2010 SPRING SESSION (April June) Term Start Date: Monday 12 April 2010 Term End Date: Friday 11 June 2010 SUMMER SESSION (June September) Term Start Date: Monday 14 June 2010 Term End Date: Friday 11 Sep 2010 AUTUMN SESSION (September December) Term Start Date: Monday 14 Sep 2010 Term End Date: Friday 18 Dec 2010

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HAVE YOUR SAY:


STUDENT SATISFACTION SURVEY
West End College London is committed to giving you the opportunity to tell us where things work and where they need improvement. We run a regular Student Satisfaction Survey which you are asked to complete; your responses inform future planning needs. Student Questionnaires at the end of each term will be collected and analysed to ensure that the quality of course delivery is maintained and enhanced. The College tries hard to keep the quality of its courses as high as possible. In order to do this it looks for input from its students. We seek your views in several formal ways and we always welcome informal comment. The courses, in their current form, have benefited from student input over the years; please play your part in making them better for future generations of students. Remember, however, that we often get conflicting comments students do not always agree with each other. We also need your help if problems arise with equipment or with timetables. If we know about a problem, there is a good chance that we can solve it quickly; if we don't know about it, there's nothing we can do.

Student feedback
Lecturer who teach on the course meet with your batch representatives to discuss issues relating to the course. You can make your views known to your student representative, or you may ask to become one. If you are interested in taking part, please talk to Director of Academics.

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TOP EXAM TIPS


Whether you are experienced at sitting exams or havent sat an exam for years, we all suffer from exam stress. So here are a few handy hints and tips to help you keep calm, relaxed and focused.
Do Not Cram For An Exam
Learning new information the night before exam will only make you more nervous. Stick to what you already know and learn it well.

Get Yourself Organised


Reduce any feeling of anxiety by writing out to do list. This way you will see exactly what you have to do and will be able to prioritise your workload.

Create Mind Maps


Using pictures and colours to create mind maps are an alternative way of note taking to linear notes and can be an effective tool when revising.

Dont Suffer In Silence


If you are worried about your study or fear missing a deadline, speak to your lecturer.

Group Study
If preparing for an exam, why not study in group. By study together you can test each other on different subject areas and learn from one another.

Avoid Alcohol The Night Before An Exam


A hangover on the way to exam is not advised. Keep you head clear by any early night the night before.

Study Past Exam Papers


This will help familiarise yourself with the style of questions you will be asked in an exam.

Reduce Tiredness While Studying


Keep your brain happy and alert by taking notes while you are reading.

Find A Quiet Place To Study Take Regular Breaks


It is normally advised to study 6 to 8 hours a day, but remember to take time out in between by studying in blocks of 40 -60 minutes at a time If studying at home make sure your desk area is tidy and away from distractions. The library on south campus and John Havard Library across the road provide perfect surroundings for quiet study.

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MONEY MATTERS...
Managing Money
Managing your money is a vital part of student life. Whilst it is impossible to predict everything that you may have to spend money on, this section covers the costs you are most likely to incur. We advise you to plan your budget before starting your course so you know how much you have to spend each week. The following will provide you with a guide to approximate living costs so you can start to look at your budget.

Finances and Budgeting


Accommodation
An average weekly rent in London for private accommodation is 80-120 per person if you are sharing a property. A deposit is required at the commencement of most tenancy agreements and is held against any damages made to the property. Deposits in private accommodation are usually equivalent to one months rent. The WECL website contains full information about accommodation at WECL. We may help you to accommodate on Local Hostels at Elephant and Castles. Speak to Sandra for further details.

during which you are living in the house or flat. If all the people living in the property are full-time students, the property becomes exempt. If you are living with nonstudents, they pay their percentage of the bill and students pay nothing. You will need to confirm your student status to the local council by sending them an Exemption Certificate.

Food
You can expect to spend around 35-40 per week on grocery shopping. It is usually cheaper to shop at larger supermarkets rather than smaller local stores. You will find that supermarkets stock their own brands of many products, which tend to be cheaper than national or international brands. You may also be able to save some money by joining a supermarket loyalty card scheme. Unless you are planning to save money by bringing a packed lunch and drinks with you to college each day, you will need to budget for between 1015 per week to cover the cost of buying lunch and snacks.

Council Tax
The council tax is a property tax payable to the local council where you live. The amount charged depends on the value of a property, not on the number of people living there. Full-time students do not have to pay council tax.. This means that you do not have to pay council tax for any period

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Utilities
For basic utilities (electricity, gas and water rates) you should allow 5 per person per week, if you are sharing a privately rented property. When sharing a property, it is advisable to ensure that the names of all the tenants are on each utility bill, so that the liability for payment is shared.

can vary between 200-250, depending on your course of study. For further guidance on these costs please check with your lecturer.

TV License
If you are living in a shared accommodation and you use a TV in your room, you need your own separate license. If you are living in a shared house and there is only one TV being used in a communal area then only one license is required. However, if tenants use TVs in their own rooms then each tenant requires a separate license, unless you have a joint tenancy agreement. A colour license costs 142.50 a year. If you prefer not to pay the full amount, it can be paid in monthly or quarterly instalments. Refunds are available on complete unused quarters, which can be useful if you are not using the TV during the summer vacation.

Mobile Phone
For most people having a mobile phone is seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. If you really need to have a phone then you may want to consider a pay as you go phone for essential calls only. This way you are not tied into an expensive contract, and you avoid running up large phone bills that you are unable to pay

Insurance
It is highly advisable to take out an insurance policy to cover you against damage, loss or theft of your personal property. Endsleigh Insurance Company has policies specifically designed for students who are living in a shared house. Prices start from 16 per person per year.

Transport
Transport for London and National Rail with the support of the National Union of Students (NUS), offer you the opportunity to obtain discounts on travel in and around London. With a valid Student Photo card, you can buy Travel cards and Bus Passes at 30% off the equivalent adult rate.

Books and Equipment


The annual cost of books and course equipment

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Health costs
UK Students
If you are aged 19 or over and receive NHS treatment you will be asked to pay for prescriptions and some health care services unless you meet certain exemption criteria. The Health Costs section of the website explains how to find out if you are entitled to help with health costs (such as free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, sight tests and help towards glasses or contact lenses), how to make claims and apply for refunds, and provides information about health insurance for those who are not entitled to full NHS care.

EU And International Students


If you are from the European Union (EU) or from a country that has a reciprocal health care agreement with the UK, you can have free treatment from the NHS. The Department of Health website publishes a detailed guide and a list

of countries with a reciprocal health care agreement to NHS services for overseas visitors. If you are in the UK with a visa that lasts for six months or more, you should be able to have free treatment from the NHS from the start of your stay in the UK. You have to be accepted as being an ordinary UK resident, which means being in the UK for a settled purpose (a short term course of study may not be considered enough for this). To be able to obtain free NHS treatment, you need to register with a doctor (see the Supporting you while you study section of this Handbook). You can then register with a dentist who accepts NHS patients (check ups and treatment are not free, but the cost will be lower than if you are accepted as a private patient). Eye check ups may sometimes be cheaper if you can prove that you are an NHS member by showing your medical card. Even if you can have free treatment from the NHS, you will probably have to pay some charges for medicines prescription charges, and for dental and optical treatment.

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TEN GREAT MONEY SAVING TIPS

FOR STUDENTS
Budget
Prioritise and plan ahead. That way you should know how much you have to spend each week and should limit yourself from overspending. can be a challenge, so below are a few money saving tips to help you along the way.

Books
Save money on course books by borrowing from the library, sharing with friends or buying second-hand from websites such as EBay, Amazon and Abebooks.co.uk

Get A Part-time Job


Earn some extra cash and find a part-time job while you are studying. Not only will you earn cash, but you will save money on going out and enhance your CV. Visit the local job centre plus for advice.

Bank Accounts
Choosing the right student account is important. Look out for special promotions banks offer you to open a new account, but keep an eye on the small print on things like overdraft limits and charges.

Travel
Plan ahead when booking tickets to save money on advanced bookings. Visit the National Express website for bus fares from 1. Those aged 16 25 and students 26+ that are in full-time education can purchase a Young Persons Railcard for 26 to save a 1/3 on national train fares.

Bills
How much you can pay for utility bills can be surprising if you have never lived away from home before. Make sure you shop around for your suppliers dual providers can tend to work out cheaper, as can paying by direct debit.

Plan Nights In With Friends


Visit Lovefilm.com and cdwow.com and take advantage of their free trial offers for a night in with your mates, a DVD and some popcorn.

Discounts
Sign up to the moneysavingexpert.co.uk newsletter and log on to the website, updated daily, for great deals, vouchers and discounts.

Sell Your Old Stuff


You know the saying, one persons trash is another persons treasure. Make money out of your unwanted items by selling it on sites such as EBay. Starting life as a student can be daunting, especially if you have never lived away from home before. Managing your finances

Food
Plan your meals in advance to stop yourself over spending. Buying in bulk and buying fruit and veg from the market usually saves money.

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AROUND LONDON
One of the biggest advantages to studying at WECL is that you are right in the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the world. So after a hard days study, you can play hard too, with a multitude of entertainment right on your doorstep. No matter what your interests, the city of London has something for everyone. Check out this section for lots of helpful information about how to get around London, where to eat, drink, shop and what great activities you can do for free!

Night Life
The city of London is second to none for its party vibe and eclectic mix of bars, pubs and clubs. Whether you are looking for a traditional English pub to enjoy a nice cold pint with friends after a hard days study, a cool and trendy bar to get the party started or a major nightclub to dance the night away the comprehensive guide below has something for everyone.

Close to Campus...
If you want to stay local to the campus of WECL, think Borough market for trendy wine bars and a relaxed pub atmosphere or head to the Southbank for a range of trendy bars. WECL is also within easy walking distance of Ministry of Sound.

http://club.ministryofsound.com/club

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SO, TO GET YOU STARTED


HERES A LIST OF 10 FREE PLACES TO GO
The Young Vic Shows
The Young Vic shows present a wide variety of classics, new plays, forgotten works and music theatre. Residents of Lambeth and Southwark can see a Young Vic show for free. Get involved with 2 Boroughs www.youngvic.org/getinvolved/ two-boroughs

Changing Of The Guard


The changing of the Queens Guard takes place outside Buckingham Palace every day at 11.30am in the summer and every other day in the winter. Get there early for a good view!

Art Galleries
London is home to many outstanding art galleries including Tate Modern, The National Portrait Gallery and the National Gallery.

Southbank
Take a stroll along the Southbank for a first class view of some of Londons major landmarks including the London Eye, Big Ben and the fantastic skyline showing St Pauls Cathedral.

Street Markets
Wander around many of Londons street markets selling anything from food to flowers or vintage clothing and antiques. Popular markets include Borough, Portobello Road and Camden.

Museums
London is home to some fantastic museums including the V&A, the Science Museum and the Natural History museum all free to enter.

Go To The Recording Of A TV Show


If you want to be in the audience for a TV show, you can sign up for free tickets. Visit www.bbc.co.uk/ tickets or www.tvrecordings.com for details.

Music
There are many places across the capital that you can regularly enjoy free music, recitals and entertainment, including the Southbank Centre, Trafalgar Square and the Royal Opera House.

Street Performers
Many of Londons entertaining street performers can be found on the Covent Garden.

Parks
London boasts many beautiful parks. Regents Park and Primrose Hill are perfect for a stroll or picnic with friends. The popular Diana Memorial Playground can be found at Hyde Park. Or try St. James Park for a fantastic view of Buckingham Palace.

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INTERNAL ASSESSMENT
INCLUDING PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATIONS
Assessment Malpractice: Plagiarism, Cheating and Copying

Plagiarism means copying from published sources (including the internet) without acknowledgement. Cheating includes copying the work from others, or getting someone else to do the work for you. Copying includes allowing your work to be copied by others. You must ensure that all the work that is produced in assignments is your own. Work must not be copied from other students, or from any other person. You must not produce assignment work in collaboration with other students, unless this is allowed as part of the assignment and clearly indicated by the lecturer. Quotations from published sources (including books, newspapers, magazines or the internet) must be clearly indicated in the assignment. All cases of suspected plagiarism, cheating or copying will be investigated and, if proven, the student will be subject to the Colleges disciplinary procedure. Awarding bodies may also impose their own sanctions and penalties, including disqualification.

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GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING


Guidance and counselling is provided by the Welfare Officer who will: * discuss, with you, how you are getting on with your studies, help you review your academic and personal targets and plan what you need to do to achieve your best * guide you to people who can help if you have any personal, family or money problems help you plan your future * meet with you in a timetabled group session on a weekly basis to explore a career and personal development topic and relevant issues. The main aims of this service are to provide, where appropriate: ! on course support ! individual support
Lost Property If you find anything, please hand it to a Receptionist. The College cannot accept any responsibility for loss or damage to students property. At no time should personal items be left unattended in any areas of the College. Mobile Phones These must be switched off when you are in a classroom or library. There are a number of designated refreshment areas where mobile phones can be used. Parking The College has only staff parking spaces on site. Please respect any parking restrictions around the College as they are there to aid emergency vehicles and college transport.

Student Advice
The College has a Student Adviser Miss Ana-Maria who can help you with academic issues

Opening times (term time only):


Monday 9.00am 6.00pm Tuesday 9.00am 6.00pm Wednesday 9.00am 6.00pm Thursday 9.00am 6.00pm Friday 9.00am 6.00pm

Contact the Student Adviser by dropping into the Registry. She is also available on ext 199 or email her at amaria@w-e-c-l.co.uk.Appointments are also available by advance booking.

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Student Voice
Course representatives, there are student voice events held regularly throughout the year to enable you to tell us your opinion on various aspects of college life or to make suggestions for improvements. Constructive suggestions and general concerns can also be raised by contacting the Director of Studies.

Travel to College
Assistance with Travel You will be eligible for TFL student Oyster Card if you live in London and if you are a full-time student. For further details contact the TFL.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCE POLICY


(Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information)

Attendance Requirements & Tier 4 Visa Compliance


Attendance at lectures, tutorials and workshops is compulsory. Tutorials will be arranged at the start of the module in such a way as to try to take account of students' other academic commitments. You should note that the attendance requirements apply to the whole of the teaching period in each semester, as well as to examination periods. In particular, students from overseas should note that difficulties in obtaining travel reservations are not an acceptable excuse for missing classes. If you have a good reason for being unable to attend classes, you should inform

the registrar in advance. It is our experience that students who miss a significant number of their lectures are very disappointed by their examination results. Copying someone else's lecture notes or, worse, simply obtaining a copy of the handout is a very poor substitute for attending a lecture and absorbing its content. It is difficult to recover lost ground because lectures build upon one another. If illness prevents you from attending classes, College regulations require you to present a medical certificate. This should be submitted to the registrar. If, without good reason, you regularly miss lectures or other compulsory classes, or repeatedly fail to hand in assessed work, the college will initiate disciplinary action.

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Attendance Requirements & Tier 4 Visa Compliance


Attendance at lectures, tutorials and workshops is compulsory. Tutorials will be arranged at the start of the module in such a way as to try to take account of students' other academic commitments. You should note that the attendance requirements apply to the whole of the teaching period in each semester, as well as to examination periods. In particular, students from overseas should note that difficulties in obtaining travel reservations are not an acceptable excuse for missing classes. If you have a good reason for being unable to attend classes, you should

Action Plan For Non Attendance


If a student is absent from college for 3 or more days, a reminder will be issued by telephone or email. If no response is received a second reminder will be issued. No further reminders will be issued thereafter and the students details will be passed to the Home Office upon failure to attend 10 expected contacts. College will withdraw admission and forfeit the paid tuition fees under these circumstances. For further information please read Terms and Conditions. The college also keeps detailed records on withdrawn students for reporting purposes to the Home Office or any other regulatory agencies.

- These attendance registers will be available for lecturers and the attendance will be marked after 15 minutes in each and every class. For example if the class starts at 9.00 am in the morning the lecturer will mark the attendance of the students at 9.15 am - Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late to the class will be marked as absent - Students who fail to attend the class for the full class period will be marked as absent - These Daily attendance registers will be entered in to the database on daily basis and hardcopies will be kept for a further 6 months - Once the data has been entered into the database, new Registers for the forthcoming week will be printed and made available to the lecturers All students are expected to maintain minimum 80% attendance in all classes and to be able to provide valid reasons for all absences.

Definitions Of Absence
There are two categories of absence: authorised and unauthorised. Initially, all absences will be considered as unauthorised. In a limited number of cases, absences can be changed from unauthorised to authorised. Generally, illness is NOT a reason for authorising absence. Work experience, attendance at examinations and educational visits organised by the College will be counted as Present.

Attendance Monitoring System


West End College London uses paper based and electronic applications to monitor student attendance. The systems operate as follows: - The Database will produce student registers for each class on daily basis - The lecturer will call and mark all names of attendance register on start and end of lecture.

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Authorised Absence
The following categories may be counted as authorised absence: Medical appointment that cannot be arranged outside class time and if notified in advance: evidence such as appointment card/letter required.

Unauthorised Absence
The following reasons are not considered valid for the purposes of authorising absence. This list is not exhaustive. Holidays during term time; job commitments; leisure activities; family and other celebrations such as birthdays and weddings; babysitting; shopping; driving lessons; regular medical appointments, e.g. dental check-ups and eye appointments; illness. Lateness Students are expected to arrive promptly for all classes. Students who arrive more than fifteen minutes after the start and who are thereby given an unauthorised absence for that session, may complete an Absence Form. If there is a genuine reason for lateness, the absence can be considered for alteration to authorised absence. Appeals Students who wish to appeal against a decision regarding attendance marks may do so in writing to the Principal within ten days of the notification of withdrawal of admission. Once the attendance records have been entered into the database. NO one will have the right/authority to amend them.

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Emergency medical appointments: evidence required, e.g. card confirming appointment. Care of family member for whom the student has caring responsibilities if notified in advance. Emergency care of family member for whom the student has caring responsibilities, with no prior notification. A religious holiday if notified in advance. Occasional extra-curricular activity at significant level, eg regional /national, if notified in advance. Evidence is required. Attendance at a funeral if notified in advance. Driving test if notified in advance (copy of test letter required). Disruption to mode of transport where there is no alternative arrangement, if student lives more than 3 miles away. Lateness if there is a valid reason. For absence to be approved as authorised, the student must complete a form in advance (if advanced notification is required, as stated above)or within five working days of returning to college. Authorised absence will count as present when student attendance percentages are calculated.

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ABSENCE FROM PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATIONS


Professional awarding bodies examinations are held on particular dates throughout the year. Please register with awarding bodies and apply for examinations for the appropriate series. If, without good reason, you fail to attend an examination for which you are registered, special penalties apply. If you are in the first year, you will not normally be allowed to take the examination until the following year. This will probably delay your study by one year. If you have good reason for missing an examination, it is essential that you supply the registrar with documentary evidence of the reason. This should be done well before the examination if at all possible. If your absence from the examinations is condoned, you will be allowed to take the examination at the next opportunity. The only reasons for missing examinations that are normally condoned are your own illness or the death of, or sudden serious illness or injury to, a close relative. We are required to take into account any medical or personal problems that may have affected a student's performance during the course or in the examination. Again, this can only be done if the appropriate documentary evidence is supplied to the registrar. If you are taken ill or suffer an accident during, or immediately before, the examination period, you may be faced with the choice of taking an examination during the next series. The following advice is very simplified. Every case is different and needs individual consideration. College regulations do not allow you to retake the tuition for a module that you have passed however; you will be attending tuition for other failed modules and extra self study in campus to comply with minimum 15 hours per week class based tuition.

Supplementary/Resit Examinations
Examination Policy
1. You will be charged resit fees for supplementary examinations and for resits during a subsequent session. 2. Students are normally allowed up to 1 resit opportunity for each module. If their Student Visa expires they will require extension of leave to remain in UK to resit the failed modules. Please ensure that you comply with Immigration laws at all times and that you familiarise yourself with UKBA Tier 4 student visa rules.

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TEN USEFUL WEBSITES


Whether you need help finding a doctor or want to compare offers on the best student bank accounts, the following websites are a great place to start.
direct.gov.uk
From foreign travel advice to contacting your local council, you will find every possible public service you will need on this website.

thestudentroom.co.uk
The Student Room is the UKs largest online student community so you will find other students to chat with, who can offer advice.

nhs.uk
If you need help finding a local doctor or dentist or looking for health advice, then visit NHS Choices.

nus.org.uk
The National Union of Students website is full of advice for students, from study advice to news on events.

student.counselling.co.uk
This website provides information about the support available to UK university students, parents, families and friends and helps to locate the appropriate services.

endsleigh.co.uk
Looking for insurance? Check out Endsleigh for student insurance to cover your personal belongings.

moneysupermarket.co.uk need2know.co.uk
This website is a great source of information, from housing and money issues to travel and health advice. Sign up for the weekly newsletter. Compare offers on dozens of things from student bank accounts to gas and electricity suppliers. See also Gocompare.com and comparethemarket.com

slc.co.uk
Need advice about student loans?Contact the student loans company with any queries or questions.

tfl.gov.uk
The Transport for London website is great for keeping you up to date with the latest public transport news, as well as providing a route planner service, online ticket sales and maps.

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DATA PROTECTION POLICY


Student Obligations
- Students must ensure that all personal data provided to the College is accurate and up-to-date. They must ensure that changes of address etc are notified to the Registrar - To further explain this policy and in particular the last three points above the College will, upon request, provide all staff and students and other relevant users with a statement regarding the personal data held about them. This will state all data the College holds and processes about them, and the reasons for which they are processed. - All staff, students and other users have a right to access certain personal data being kept about them either on computer or in certain files. Any person who wishes to exercise this right should complete the relevant Request Form and submit it to the appropriate designated Data Controller. - The College aims to comply with requests for access to personal information as quickly as possible, but will ensure that it is provided within 3 working days.

Data Security
- All staff members are responsible for ensuring that any personal data that they hold is kept securely. - All staff must ensure that personal student information i s not disclosed either orally or in writing or via web pages or by any other means, accidentally or otherwise, t o any unauthorised third party. - Staff should note that unauthorised disclosure will be a disciplinary matter, and will be considered as gross misconduct.

Personal Information
- Must be kept in a locked filing cabinet, drawer, or safe; or - If it is computerised, be coded, encrypted or password protected both on a local hard drive and on a network drive that is regularly backed up; and - If a copy is kept on a diskette or other removable storage media, that media must itself be kept in a locked filing cabinet, drawer, or safe.

Examination Grades
- During the course of their studies, students will routinely be provided with information about their marks for both coursework and examination by relevant awarding body.

Subject Consent
- In many cases, the College can only process personal data with the consent of the individual. In some cases, if the data is sensitive, express consent must be obtained. Agreement to the College processing some specified classes of personal data is a condition of acceptance by a student onto any course, and a condition of employment for staff. This includes information about previous criminal convictions.

Rights To Access Information


- All staff, students and other users are entitled to know what information the College holds about them and - Know how to gain access to it and - Know how to keep it up to date and - Know what the College is doing to comply with its obligations

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Publication Of College Information


- The names of Senior Officers and Directors of the College or any other personal data relating to employees or Directors will be published in the annual Calendar and on the web site when any statute or law requires such data to be made public. - Certain items of information relating to college staff will be made available via searchable directories on the public Web site, in order to meet the legitimate needs of visitors and enquirers seeking to make contact with appropriate staff.

Retention Of Data
- The College has a duty to retain personal staff and student data for a period of time following their departure from the College, mainly for legal reasons, but also for other purposes such as being able to provide references and academic transcripts, or for financial reasons, for example relating to taxation. Different categories of data will be retained for different periods o f time. - The College also has a duty of care for all staff and students and must therefore make sure those employees and those who use College facilities do not pose a threat or danger to other users. - The College may also ask for information about particular health needs, such as allergies to particular

forms of medication, or any medical condition such as asthma or diabetes. The College will only use this information in the protection of the health and safety of the individual, but will need consent to process this data in the event of a medical emergency. - Therefore, the application forms that all prospective staff and students are required to complete will include a section requiring consent to process the applicant's personal data. A refusal to sign such a form will prevent the application from being processed. Processing sensitive information - Sometimes it is necessary to process information about a person's health, criminal convictions, race, and trade union membership. This may be to ensure that the College is a safe place for everyone, or to operate other College policies, such as the Sick Pay policy or the Equal Opportunities policy.

Conclusion
- Compliance with the Act is the responsibility of all members of the College. Any deliberate breach of the Data Protection policy will lead to disciplinary action being taken or access to College facilities being withdrawn, or even to a criminalprosecution. - Any questions or concerns about the interpretation or operation of this policy should be taken up with the Principal.

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STUDENT WELFARE POLICY


The Student Welfare service is aimed to those students who experience personal problems and have nobody to talk to. WECL commitment offers:
- Someone to listen - and offer confidentiality. - Someone to offer advice and recommends support - and offer confidentiality. - Someone to give relevant information and offer confidentiality. - To refer you to a professional counsellor if appropriate. The Student Welfare service is available to all students who may be experiencing problems such as difficulties with coursework, problems settling in, homesickness, bullying, financial difficulties, health issues, family problems, abuse. Proper and efficient student registration Validating new study schemes Modifying existing study schemes Identifying and recommending learning resources Monitoring student feedback and support Recording student progression Assessing and monitoring teaching Monitoring and ensuring best staff development opportunities - Oversight of student welfare -

The Quality Policy


1. All academic and support staff have a responsibility for quality assurance in order to enhance and guard the academic support given to students. 2. The College will continue to recruit accredited tutorial staff to educate and train students, develop programmes and plan courses that are responsive to the changing needs of the market. 3. The College will continue to develop its resources - human, academic and financial - to continually engender an environment that remains effective, efficient and professional in all its activities. 4. The College will continue to comply with standards approved by recognised examining Boards. 5. The College aims to continually improve teaching standards and the level of college provision to the learner. This is achieved also through student feedback forms, selfassessment and the student complaints procedure. 6. WECL's investment in high quality educational facilities helps ensure the possibility of peak performance levels by both students and staff. Levels of performance and standards achieved are monitored on an annual basis.

Who to talk to?


The course lecturer, Director of Studies or Principal and, if appropriate a referral to an outside professional will be offered.

Quality Assurance Policy


West End College London will continue to strengthen its position as a high quality and innovative education provider.

The Quality Assurance Procedures (QAP)


The Quality Assurance Procedures are intended to build upon existing good practice within the College and to secure the best quality of its educational provision. Its key components cover procedures in respect of

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REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF EQUIPMENT


All West End College London students are required to sign a copy of the following declaration, which embodies the college regulations for the use of equipment.
In consideration of being allowed to use the computing, laboratory and other facilities provided by the Department (the `resources'), I agree: 1. That the resources are for my personal use; they will not be given or lent to other parties. The use of these resources will be restricted to projects concerned with my own studies, research and teaching. 2. To comply with all legal requirements relating to the use of the resources including, but not limited to, copyright, defamation, racial and sexual harassment, and obscenity. 3. To comply with all guidance issued to students regarding the use of electronic mail and the Internet to access, publish or distribute material. 4. To pay such charges as may be levied from time to time for the provision of specific services. 5. To treat as confidential all information, other than that provided or generated by myself, which becomes available to me as a result of my use of the resources; not to modify, copy or disseminate any part of it without permission; to observe any specific restrictions placed on the use of certain facilities (e.g. software and data), which are stated in any documentation relating to the use of the facilities 6. Not to use the resources in such a way as to gain unauthorised access to other computer systems either in the college or elsewhere. 7. Not to use the resources in such a way as to jeopardise the work of other users, the integrity of the computing equipment or any stored programs or data. 8. To observe all safety regulations regarding the use of the equipment. 9. That if I have, or develop during my course, any disability which might affect my safety or the safety of others during practical work (for example, epilepsy), I will inform the administrative office so that arrangements may be made for me to carry on my work without danger to myself or others. 10. To observe the provisions of the Data Protection Act and to use the resources to store data covered by that Act only with the prior agreement of the Department. 11. That the college has a substantial interest in any intellectual property that arises from my use of the resources and that I will report to the college, immediately it comes to my notice, any reasonable probability of financial or commercial advantage arising to myself or others out of my use of the

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resources, and abide by any conditions which the college may place on the exploitation of such benefits. 12. To indemnify the college against any claims this may be made against it arising from my use of the resources. 13. To abide by such further conditions concerning the use of the resources as the Department may impose. The College takes no responsibility for the correct functioning of any equipment or software, nor for the security or integrity of any stored program or data except as required by the Data Protection Act. If, in the opinion of the principal of the College, a user's use of the resources contravenes any provision in this agreement, or is in breach of any rules promulgated by the Department, access to the resources may be summarily withdrawn from that user. Any dispute arising from the provisions of this agreement will be handled under the appropriate disputes and appeals procedure within the college. The attention of users is drawn to the Computer Misuse Act 1990, which created three new criminal offences: Unauthorised access to programs or data held in a computer. This includes the case of authorised users of a system who obtain access to a part of the system which they are not authorised to access. To constitute an offence the action must be intentional;

Unauthorised access to programs or data held in a computer, with intent to commit or to facilitate the commission of a serious crime; Unauthorised modification of data or programs held in a computer. Contravention of these regulations can lead to the college disciplinary action. Students should note that the above regulations are in addition to the College Regulations relating to the use of computing facilities by students.

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40 TO REMEMBER... THINGS
(An abridged copy of Student Code of Conduct, Policies & Procedures and Student Disciplinary Procedures is available on WECL website)
I. Purpose:
It is recognised that West End College London has the right to protect its educational purpose and its students from the irresponsible conduct of others. In order to insure this right, the College finds it necessary to set forth the following regulations that require student compliance for the welfare of the College community.

1. Academic Dishonesty
Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following: Cheating in an examination; Receiving help from others in work to be submitted, if contrary to the stated rules of the course; Plagiarising, that is, the taking and claiming as ones own the ideas, writings, or work of another, without citing the sources; submitting work from another course unless permitted by the instructor; stealing examinations or course materials; falsifying records; Assisting anyone to do any of the above In the event that students are suspected of classroom cheating, plagiarism, or otherwise misrepresenting their work, they will be subject to due, procedural process.

II. Procedure:
Students who are alleged to have violated one or more of the regulations stated in this Code of Conduct may be charged with the violation(s) in accordance with West End College London Disciplinary Procedures. This Code of Conduct shall apply to all College students representing the College at events, whether on or off the College campuses. The College may exercise its discretion to not officially charge students with violations of this Code of Conduct in the event that viable alternatives to Disciplinary action are appropriate. The Student Code of Conduct addresses the following areas. This list is not exhaustive.

2. On Campus Activities And Events


Use of College facilities is prohibited on any of the West End College London campuses except in an area designated by the proper College authority and subject to any limitations and provisions established by an appropriate College official (i.e., outdoor concerts, student rallies, outside speakers).

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3. Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at studentsponsored functions.

8. Complicity
A student present during the commission of an act by another student that constitutes a violation of College policy may also be charged if his/her subsequent behaviour constitutes permission or condoning of the violation.

4. Arson
No student shall commit, or aid in the intentional commission of an act which results in a fire being ignited which may cause damage, or is intended to cause damage, to the property of the College or to the property of any other person.

9. Contracting or Representing In The Name Of The College


Students are prohibited from contracting in the name of West End College London or claiming to be official representatives of the College or using the Colleges name, logo or likeness for any purpose including but not limited to, commercial purposes.

5. Assault And/Or Battery


No student shall threaten bodily harm or discomfort to another such as would constitute an assault. Nor shall any student commit, or aid in the intentional committing of an act, which causes bodily harm or discomfort to the person of another such as would constitute a battery.

10. Damage or Destruction of Property


Accidental damage, vandalism, malicious damage to property belonging to West End College London or others may require restitution from persons responsible for such damage and/or disciplinary action.

6. Checks With Insufficient Funds


Student shall not make and/or deliver any cheque to the College that is not supported by sufficient funds on deposit or is in any way worthless.

11. Defamation, Threats, And Extortion


Verbal or written communication that unlawfully exposes any individual or group to hatred, contempt, or ridicule, and thereby injures the person, property, or reputation of another, is prohibited. Verbal or written communication that threatens another of a crime or offence, or threatens injury to the person, property, or reputation of another, or maliciously threatens to expose another to disgrace, with the intent to extort money or other advantage whatsoever, is prohibited.

7. College Information Systems And Facilities


Students have the privilege of access and use of the Colleges technological resources such as computers, printers networks, Internet, software and instructional laboratories. Students must utilise these services in an ethical and legal manner.

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12. Disruption
Disruption shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Physical violence or abuse of any person or Collegeowned or controlled property, or at College sponsored or supervised functions, or conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person. Deliberate interference with academic freedom and freedom of speech, including not only disruption of a class, but also interference with the freedom of any speaker invited by any section of the College community to express his/her views. (Faculty are authorised to have students removed from class if warranted.) Forcible interference with the freedom of movement of any guest of the College. Blocking of entryways to buildings, rooms, or sections of buildings, or of hallways, or stairways, in such Fashion that people find it difficult or impossible to pass. Blocking of vehicular traffic; Noisemaking, or other physical behaviour, which is so distracting that it is difficult or impossible to conduct a class, a meeting, or any other authorised event. Congregating in such a fashion as to create a situation that could endanger life or property. Incitement to any of the abovementioned actions, or to other violations of College Policy that could result in such actions, whether orally or through written materials or pictures.

13. Standards Of Dress


Students must comply with standards of dress established for safety or health reasons in specific classes.

14. Narcotics And Illegal Drugs


The possession and use of controlled substances by members of the West End College London community must at all time be in accordance with APPLICABLE LAWS.

15. Misuse Of Emergency Equipment


Fire escapes, ground level fire doors, fire hoses, extinguishers, and alarm equipment are to be used only in emergencies. Tampering with, or misuse of these emergency devices, or blocking of fire exits or other means of impeding traffic, is prohibited.

16. Unauthorised Use Of College Facilities


The unauthorised use of, or entry into, any College facilities(i.e. classrooms, laboratories etc), whether by force or not, is prohibited.

17. Interference With Academic Freedom And Freedom Of Speech


Any act which restricts the Lecturer's or another student's right to speak is prohibited. Any act that disrupts the orderly functioning of a class is also prohibited.

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18. Gambling
Gambling of any kind is prohibited.

24. Use Of College Mail Services


Students must receive approval from the Administration in order to use College mail services.

19. Hazing
Hazing means any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organisation under the sanction of the College. Hazing is prohibited.

25. Obeying Reasonable Orders By College Officials


Students are required to comply with reasonable requests or orders by authorised College Officials or representatives acting on behalf of the College. This requirement includes reasonable requests for students to arrive for appointments in administrative offices and at disciplinary investigations and hearings in a timely manner.

20. Identification Of Students


Students are required to present their identification card when requested by Authorised College officials. Any misrepresentation, alteration or misuse of identification is prohibited.

26. Breach Of Peace


Conduct or expression on College owned or controlled property that disrupts the orderly functioning of the College, or which is lewd, indecent or obscene, is prohibited.

21. Providing False Information


No student shall knowingly give false or perjured testimony in any College investigation or proceeding. No student shall knowingly give false information to a College official or show a reckless disregard for truth.

27. Pets
Guide dogs or other service animals are permitted on any of the campuses of West End College London , but no other pets or animals of any kind are permitted on any of the campuses without specific approval from the appropriate College Official.

22. Public Laws


Any act by a student that constitutes a violation of a public law, occurring either on or off campus, may establish cause for legal and/or disciplinary action by the College.

28. Falsification Of Records


Falsification of College records, including, but not limited to, admission, registration, student disciplinary and health, and affidavit, by forgery or other means of deception, is prohibited.

23. Distribution, Or Sale Of Literature


Distribution of literature on the campuses must be processed by the Authorised Officials.

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29. Search And Seizure


College officials reserve the right to search bag or other College property when deemed necessary to uphold the basic responsibility of the College regarding discipline, safety, and the maintenance of an educational atmosphere. Contraband items will be confiscated and may be used as evidence in disciplinary cases. Briefcases, handbags, and other such containers may be searched in the library, in the IT Lab, and in other places where materials or equipment are not secure.

33. Firearms, Weapons, Fireworks, Explosives


No students, except law enforcement officers, may have weapons in their possession at any time on College property or college-sponsored activities. Weapons are defined as firearms, knives, explosives, fireworks, materials or any other items that may cause bodily injury or damage to property. Students in possession of a firearm on a campus or at a college sponsored activity will be automatically suspended.

30. Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in all college facilities; including but not limited to, all buildings and portions of buildings owned or leased by the college including, without limitation, atria, entry ways and enclosed hallways within buildings as prohibited under applicable laws.

34. Fraud
Students shall not engage in any fraudulent activities such as those that intentionally violate College Policies and Procedures. (i.e. providing false information or documentation to the College)

35. Hazardous, Biological, Other Substances


College students shall not bring onto or dispose of hazardous, biological, or other substances on or within any of the Colleges property that will threaten or affect the health, safety and welfare of the College.

31. Outside Speakers


Speakers may be invited to address a campus audience by West End College London students. These invitations must be approved by the Management.

32. Theft, Unauthorised Possession And/Or Sale Of Property


Students involved in theft, unauthorised possession, and/or sale of property not belonging to them, are subject to College disciplinary action as well as to arrest and prosecution by legal authorities. Students are required to make full restitution.

36.Fire Drill
The fire alarm is given by the continuous ringing of the fire bell/siren. When the alarm sounds you should immediately evacuate the building. If you have difficulty in evacuating unaided, you will be given special instructions. - close doors behind you - assemble at the designated assembly point

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- keep well clear of the buildings and access route for emergency vehicles - do not re-enter the building until authorised to do so - practice fire drills will be held throughout the year

40. ID Cards
You will have been issued with a college ID card. Please remember you are required to wear your ID cards at all times on college premises.

37. Health, Safety & Security


The health and safety of student is of fundamental value to the College. We believe that students are entitled to learning that takes place in a safe, healthy and supportive environment. In addition, we consider that safe learning is essential to maximise students experience and achievement. You are required to follow all safety rules In College Premises. Please help us by identifying and reporting any safety hazards immediately to a member of college staff.

38.First Aid
The College has a number of qualified First Aiders who can administer simple medical help. Should you require first aid assistance, contact Dr.Naeem Aslam who is a qualified medical practitioner/First Aider. If you require hospital treatment, transportation will be arranged and your next of kin informed. It will be their responsibility to arrange for your collection from hospital and transport home.

39. Emergencies
In the case of an emergency or a serious incident, contact the College Information desk.

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Thank You For Joining West End College London

Disclaimer Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained in this student handbook is correct at the time of publication, West End College London accepts no liability for inaccuracies within this handbook and asserts that the publication of this handbook is not intended to and does not create any contractual or other legal relation between West End College London and its applicants, accepted students, their advisors or any other individual or group. West End College London reserves the right to modify the contents of this handbook without prior notice. This student handbook supersedes all other West End College London student handbooks. Please refer to the West End College London website at www.w-e-c-l.co.uk for more information.

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