| Location | Uxbridge, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Private |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Students | 2250 | Establishment | HE Institution / College |
| Founded In | 1965 | Estimated Cost of Living | 13632 GBP |
| Address | Park Road Uxbridge Middlesex UB8 1NQ |
HCUC - the new name for the merger of Uxbridge College and Harrow College
On 1 August 2017 Uxbridge and Harrow Colleges merged to become HCUC. The Colleges are officially part of the same organisation and work together to provide the best opportunities to students, but keep their individual names and campuses. As well as keeping their current identities each college continues to run the majority of their current courses for the foreseeable future.
The merger of the two Colleges into a single legal entity took place in order to maximise future opportunities for students, employers and local communities, through a combination of preserving current provision, and pooling resources and expertise to develop education and training.
Laraine Smith Group Principal and CEO, at the time of the merger, and current Principal of Harrow College and Deputy CEO Pat Carvalho said: “This exciting partnership was identified by both Harrow College and Uxbridge College’s governing bodies as the best way forward for our local communities. Both Colleges are very pleased to be able to maintain their current identities and the bulk of their current courses, as well as to be enhancing provision on an ongoing basis by pooling resources and expertise. We believe this merger will result in a financially resilient and sustainable college group, allowing us to continue to meet the needs of our students, employers and the communities we serve.”
While Uxbridge College and Harrow College continue to operate using their individual college names serving their local and regional communities, the Uxbridge College Corporation (the Governing Body), which oversees the running of both Colleges, was renamed HCUC to reflect the enlarged remit of serving Uxbridge and Harrow Governors following the 1 August 2017 merger.
WE ARE NO.1
Our consistently high success rates ensure we are always ahead. We are the number 1 college in London for 16-18 achievement*. We promote high standards and our students gain good qualifications and move on to further study or into the world of work.
QUALITY TEACHING
We have highly trained and well-qualified teaching staff at HCUC. They have extensive industry experience, which they bring to the classroom so students can learn the skills employers demand. The knowledge they provide prepares students for higher
education and future careers.
TAKING LEARNING SERIOUSLY
We provide a safe and secure environment for our students and take our safeguarding seriously. We keep parents/carers informed and staff are available to talk through student progress with parents/carers.
DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS
College is not just about academic grades but overall development too. HCUC provides opportunities for students to participate in class and extra-curricular activities including volunteering, enrichment and employability programmes which enhance communication and social skills, plus boost CV and career opportunities.
OUR STUDENTS COME FIRST
Our students are at the heart of everything we do. Progress, attendance and punctuality is monitored by personal tutors,
who provide students with all the support and guidance they need along the way. Our College Advice Network provides support and advice on financial, welfare and personal issues.
EXCELLENT FACILITIES
Over the last few years, we have heavily invested in our facilities to provide students with the latest technology and industry-standard facilities. We have state-of-the-art campuses with refectories, libraries, sports halls, gyms, workshops, studios,
high quality classrooms, a training restaurant and kitchen, salons, computer centres, labs, student lounges and more.
IMPARTIAL CAREERS ADVICE
Our team of expert Careers Advisers help students advance onto the next step of their career. They offer individual sessions
when needed and impartial careers advice to help students plan their next steps.
OUR STUDENTS GO PLACES
We create success stories. Our courses and programmes are the starting point in our students’ journeys and they go on to great things. Many progress onto the next level of their course, head to university or into work.
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