University Centre at Blackburn College
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University Centre at Blackburn College (or UCBC) is a higher education
institute based in Blackburn, Lancashire
, England as part of Blackburn College
.
University Centre offers 120 degrees, HNC/HNDs and postgraduate courses courses, each validated by the University of Glamorgan
, the University of Central Lancashire
or Lancaster University
, and 48% of students achieve first class or 2:1 degrees.
Construction began on the new University Centre building near the main College campus in 2008 with a total investment cost of £13 million, the work was completed for the start of the 2009 academic year in 2009 when the building was opened by local MP Jack Straw
and the then manager of Blackburn Rovers Football Club Sam Allardyce
.
In 2010 a further investment of £500,000 saw the canteen area, known as the Curve, expanded to improve student study and social space after an increase in studnt numbers during the buildings second year of existence. In 2011 further expansion plans were revealed as University Centre looked to create placs for a further 600 students. The planned extension will house facilities to focus on degree courses in sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics and would bring the total number of degree level students to almost 4,000.
Also in 2011 the institute has begun the process of applying for the rights to validate its own degree programmes, currently running degree courses that are validated externally by the University of Glamorgan
, the University of Central Lancashire
and Lancaster University
has been active at the building since 2009 and during the final years of the ELIHE. Situated in the new extension for the 2010-2011 academic year, the Union moved back to its own designated office in 2011. The SU consists of nine part-time student officers including a President, Director of Communications, Campaigns Officer, Activities Officer and others. The institution has also appointed a designated SU Liaison Officer to work with the Union.
As well as representing students, the Union also engages in campaigning on issues relevant to the student body, event organization and has its own bar located near the SU Office.
Higher education
Higher, post-secondary, tertiary, or third level education refers to the stage of learning that occurs at universities, academies, colleges, seminaries, and institutes of technology...
institute based in Blackburn, Lancashire
Lancashire
Lancashire is a non-metropolitan county of historic origin in the North West of England. It takes its name from the city of Lancaster, and is sometimes known as the County of Lancaster. Although Lancaster is still considered to be the county town, Lancashire County Council is based in Preston...
, England as part of Blackburn College
Blackburn College (Blackburn with Darwen)
Blackburn College is a further and higher education college in Blackburn, in the unitary authority of Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire, England.It is a large college, with over 15,000 students, around 6,000 of whom are aged 16–19...
.
University Centre offers 120 degrees, HNC/HNDs and postgraduate courses courses, each validated by the University of Glamorgan
University of Glamorgan
The University of Glamorgan is a university based in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales with campuses in Treforest, Glyntaff, Merthyr Tydfil, Tyn y Wern and Cardiff...
, the University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire is a university based in Preston, Lancashire, England.The university has its roots in The Institution For The Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge which was founded in 1828. In 1992 it was granted University status by the Privy Council...
or Lancaster University
Lancaster University
Lancaster University, officially The University of Lancaster, is a leading research-intensive British university in Lancaster, Lancashire, England. The university was established by Royal Charter in 1964 and initially based in St Leonard's Gate until moving to a purpose-built 300 acre campus at...
, and 48% of students achieve first class or 2:1 degrees.
History
Formerly known as the East Lancashire Institute of Higher Education (ELIHE), the institution was formed in 1993 with the purchase of the old seven floor former British Telecom building for £2.5 million and formally named as the ELIHE in 2003. Each floor was given over to one of the various schools of education within the university structure but the condition of the building meant that a new location for the institute would have to be found by the late 2000s.Construction began on the new University Centre building near the main College campus in 2008 with a total investment cost of £13 million, the work was completed for the start of the 2009 academic year in 2009 when the building was opened by local MP Jack Straw
Jack Straw
Jack Straw , British politician.Jack Straw may also refer to:* Jack Straw , English* "Jack Straw" , 1971 song by the Grateful Dead* Jack Straw by W...
and the then manager of Blackburn Rovers Football Club Sam Allardyce
Sam Allardyce
Samuel "Sam" Allardyce , nicknamed "Big Sam", is an English football manager and former professional player. In June 2011 he was appointed as manager of West Ham United....
.
In 2010 a further investment of £500,000 saw the canteen area, known as the Curve, expanded to improve student study and social space after an increase in studnt numbers during the buildings second year of existence. In 2011 further expansion plans were revealed as University Centre looked to create placs for a further 600 students. The planned extension will house facilities to focus on degree courses in sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics and would bring the total number of degree level students to almost 4,000.
Also in 2011 the institute has begun the process of applying for the rights to validate its own degree programmes, currently running degree courses that are validated externally by the University of Glamorgan
University of Glamorgan
The University of Glamorgan is a university based in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales with campuses in Treforest, Glyntaff, Merthyr Tydfil, Tyn y Wern and Cardiff...
, the University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire is a university based in Preston, Lancashire, England.The university has its roots in The Institution For The Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge which was founded in 1828. In 1992 it was granted University status by the Privy Council...
and Lancaster University
Lancaster University
Lancaster University, officially The University of Lancaster, is a leading research-intensive British university in Lancaster, Lancashire, England. The university was established by Royal Charter in 1964 and initially based in St Leonard's Gate until moving to a purpose-built 300 acre campus at...
University structure
The University contains the following schools:- University Centre Business School
- School of Arts, Humanities and Social Science
- School of Law, Justice and Community Studies
- School of Education and Professional Studies
- School of Science and Technology
Students' Union
The UCBC Students' UnionStudents' union
A students' union, student government, student senate, students' association, guild of students or government of student body is a student organization present in many colleges and universities, and has started appearing in some high schools...
has been active at the building since 2009 and during the final years of the ELIHE. Situated in the new extension for the 2010-2011 academic year, the Union moved back to its own designated office in 2011. The SU consists of nine part-time student officers including a President, Director of Communications, Campaigns Officer, Activities Officer and others. The institution has also appointed a designated SU Liaison Officer to work with the Union.
As well as representing students, the Union also engages in campaigning on issues relevant to the student body, event organization and has its own bar located near the SU Office.