Housing Practice (Level 5 Foundation Degree Open University) (Subject to Validation)
Open University
Care & Health
Available Sessions
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- CIH Level 4 Certificate in Housing
- CIH Level 5 Certificate in Housing
- The Effective Learner and Reflective Practitioner
- Work-Based Learning
- Effective Communication
- Sustainable Cities and Society
- Partnership Working for Housing Developments & Rental Markets
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
UCAS tariff score of 48 or above plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language at Grade C or above or equivalent. Entry can also be made from national certificate/diploma, HE Access, NVQs or by the College’s policy relating to APL/APEL.ROI Requirements
UCAS tariff score of 48 or above plus OLC (Grade 04 or above) in Maths and English. Entry can also be made from national certificate/diploma, HE Access, NVQs or by the College’s policy relating to APL/APEL.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Interview Required
Access NI Check
Attendance at Information Session
Work Placement
Students will be required to undertake a substantial work placement in Year 2 of the programme (minimum 240 hours)
What's Next?
Further Study
It is anticipated that a Degree in Housing Practice will be developed later and delivered in Northern Ireland (a 1-year top-up potential via Foundation Degree), that will provide further opportunities for those working in the Housing sector. However, please note that this is subject to approval.Career Prospects
The programme will help enable Housing graduates to progress into professional roles (including leadership positions) within the Housing sector.Enquiry
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