The first 60 credits Collision Fundamentals (1, 2 and 3) and Collision Case Studies look at the basic reconstruction tools including vehicles under emergency braking, simple time and distance calculations, the effects of gradient and slope, critical speed, limited visibility, collinear momentum, simple pedestrian collisions, relative motion problems and an introduction to perception and brake response times.

An introduction to the collision scene including on-scene vehicle examination, scene recording using notes and photography are included.

Students are introduced to the law pertaining to Expert Witnesses and the content of the Expert report.

Academic route
GCSE in Maths (Grade C or above) and have studied some basic physics. Note that equivalent qualifications such as BTEC's, IBACS etc are also acceptable, see the DMU equivalence page for further qualification combinations.

Equivalence route
For those who do not meet the entry requirements you will need to demonstrate an understanding of mathematics and physics to about GCSE Grade C level, or broadly equivalent material. If necessary, an assessment will be made to clarify whether your background in this area is suitable for the course. Students taking this route will need to submit a personal statement listing how they use maths and physics in their current role as part of their application. Advice on completing a personal statement is available from UCAS here.

There are three starts spread through the year (September, January and April). The UCPD is split into two parts, Part I is four weeks long and is predominantly based in the classroom. Students then spend six weeks back with there employer whilst they complete a number of coursework tasks before returning for the final two week Part II. The final exam takes place on the last day of the Part II after which there is a period for students to complete their practical submissions. The UCPD can be completed in 20 weeks.

A distance learning version with a short summer school starts in January of each year.

Classroom courses start in September, January and April of each year. Distance learning starts in January.

We currently allow provisional places to be booked by employers up to 12 months in advance, contact facultyoffice@aits.ac.uk to reserve your places. A provisional place is one where you are unable to provide a student name because you have not completed your recruitment process.

As soon as you can confirm your place, download and complete an application form (requires Acrobat or Acrobat reader) for each student. Note that HESA (Higher Education Statistics Authority) require copies of a students Educational Certificates to be forwarded with their application. If using a personal statement please include this with the application. Send your application forms to ahowe@aits.ac.uk.