An independent college, built around your success
Waltham International College is an independent provider of higher education (HE) programmes approved for inclusion in the Register by the Office for Students. Situated in Barking, East London, with an additional campus in Birmingham.
Founded in 2010
WIC (founded in 2010) provides academic study courses in various disciplines including Business, Health & Social Care, Education & Training, and Information Technology for students aged 18+, and welcomes mature students from all backgrounds.
The College integrates the talents of students with their visions and aspirations to support them in becoming the authors of their own success.
“We believe that we have a role to play in the economic development of the local Borough of Barking and Dagenham, the surrounding areas, and also greater London.”
— Waltham International College
What makes us different
Affordability
WIC is located within reach of other neighbouring boroughs in Essex and East London. We believe that we have a role to play in the economic development of the local Borough of Barking and Dagenham, the surrounding areas, and also greater London.
Our Second Branch
WIC has a campus located on Broad Street, Birmingham. Birmingham is the UK's second-largest city, offering diversity at every turn and has one of the youngest populations in Europe.
Stakeholders & Partner Links
WIC has close links with the local council, which is represented on its Board of Governors. We actively participate in the economic development activities in the local area.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
Through being a key education provider in each of the local communities whom we serve, our vision is to nurture individual’s capacity in:
- 1Mental Resilience and Growth
- 2Social Inclusion, Mobility, and Responsible Citizenship
- 3Aspirational and Rewarding Career Aspirations
We achieve this by offering affordable, high-quality employment-focused degrees in a safe environment, to support our students to achieve their qualifications and career aspirations.
Our Mission
Through unlocking and stretching the talents of our students, our mission is to:
- 1Achieve Their Aspirations
- 2Build Personal Skills and Confidence
- 3Explore and Maximize In-Demand Career Opportunities
We do this through:
- Offering locally relevant and career-focused degree programs.
- Continued development of support for individuals disengaged with traditional education.
- Ambitious improvement of student experience, through the investment and application of our infrastructure, facilities and curriculum.
- Recruitment and development of academic and professional services staff and tutors who share and champion WIC values.
Accountable, transparent, and community-led
The Board of Governors is the ultimate authority of the College, dedicated to providing the best possible education and opportunities for all students. It maintains oversight, sets strategic direction, and takes corporate decisions within the College's regulatory requirements — while delegating day-to-day running to the Principal, management and committees.
Board of Governors
Independent members: Christopher Mabika, Dr Geoff Holden, Lord Duncan McNair, Professor Paul Ryan, Muazzam Ali Sandhu & Asher Qureshi. Internal members: Surein Rheeder & Zahid Javed, with Gina Munteanu as Student Representative.
WIC Policies
Our safeguarding, bullying & harassment, and academic integrity policies keep our campuses safe and fair for everyone.
Financial Information
Audited financial statements are published each year, reflecting our commitment to transparency, accountability and value for money for students and funding agencies alike.