Stay local for high quality Higher Education
At Cambridge Regional College we believe that Higher Education should be accessible for any stage of your life. Whether you are 17 and looking at what’s next after your Level 3 or A Levels or you are a mature student and looking at changing or developing your career, our Higher Education courses can get you where you want to be.
Our BTEC Higher Nationals and Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs), are highly valued by employers looking for skilled and motivated employees. We work closely with local employers to ensure that their involvement will add to your skills base and thereby enhance your future employment opportunities.
You will have access to excellent teaching and outstanding facilities, and as part of your course you will work in industry or carry out practical work-based assignments, giving you the real job skills valued by employers. We have established close links with local and regional universities, which allows many of our HE students to progress to university and extend their qualifications to BA and BSc.
So, if you are looking for great value higher education with smaller class sizes and better industry links that will prepare you for your future career, then there’s no better time to stay local.
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) offer a high-quality route for students to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for roles and in demand from employers.
Approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education, these qualifications are aimed at both college and school leavers or those retraining and upskilling.
HTQs are based on the same employer developed occupational standards as apprenticeships but don’t require employment as an apprentice.
“Completing the Access to Science course at CRC was a significant stepping stone for my future. It provided the academic foundation necessary to enrol in an undergraduate degree at my first-choice university. It prepared me well for my Dietetics degree by providing a solid background in core scientific principles.
I am on my second year at the University of Hertfordshire. In addition to my studies, I am currently employed part-time at Addenbrooke’s Hospital as an Assistant Practitioner in Stroke Rehabilitation.”
– Baiba, Access to HE (Science) former student
“I liked that most classes were with the same people, and the class sizes were small. Sociology offered different group tasks and discussion opportunities. English Literature covered the context and content of the texts, with chances for peer input. History was very informative and engaging. The class style was very similar to the lectures I have now in university. There was a range of ages in my class, which I saw as a positive, as we knew about different things. I liked that we were in a separate building from other courses, as it made it feel less overwhelming to be back in school. I am now in my second year at Oxford Brookes studying law. I will be in my final year next year and I am hopeful about continuing study to become a solicitor.”
– Marie, Access to HE (Humanities) former student
“I found out about CRC courses as my husband had completed a course there a few years prior so looked into the Huntingdon campus (nearest to me). I really enjoyed the classes and the mix of students ages and backgrounds. The classes were engaging and with a mix of study types and assignments/exams. The lecturers were all very encouraging and wanted to help. I felt like I could reach out to them when I needed to. I am in my third year of my midwifery training and will officially graduate in July. I would definitely recommend the course especially to mature students returning to education after an extended time away from study.”
– Sarah, Access to HE (Health Professions)
“I have built lasting friendships with those on the HE course. It also changed my perspective on higher education, as I had not previously considered university to be the right path for me. The small class sizes were particularly beneficial, especially for those with different learning needs, as they allowed for more individual support. The teaching was excellent, both my teachers went above and beyond to guide and support us
throughout the course. Overall, I found the experience very positive, and the supportive environment made a real difference to my learning.”
– Henry, Access to HE (Health Professions)