Part Time Access to Humanities / Social Science

A Level

In Bromsgrove

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Bromsgrove

  • Duration

    2 Years

The course is a nationally recognised Access programme, for those wishing to study in Humanities or Social Sciences at Higher Education level, and the general entry requirements for study at Higher Education degree level. You will study core modules of English and Math at GCSE equivalence and IT. In addition, you will choose 3 main modules from Psychology, Sociology, Social Policy, Literature.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Bromsgrove (Worcestershire)
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Slideslow Drive, B60 1PQ

Start date

On request

About this course

Applicants must be 19 years old at least. We welcome applicants of all ages over 19. No formal qualifications are required although prior GCSEs will be valuable for some aspects of the programme.

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Course programme


ACCESS TO HUMANITIES / SOCIAL SCIENCE

Location:Bromsgrove

Qualification Level:Level 3

Attendance:Full and Part Time

Course Duration:
Daytime
1 year, intense, fast-track programme: 5 days per week, 9.15am-4.30pm
2 year programme: 3 days per week, 9.15am-2.30pm

Evenings
2 years programme: 2 evenings per week, 6pm-9pm

Course Description
The course is a nationally recognised Access programme, for those wishing to study in Humanities or Social Sciences at Higher Education level, and the general entry requirements for study at Higher Education degree level.

You will study core modules of English and Math at GCSE equivalence and IT. In addition, you will choose 3 main modules from Psychology, Sociology, Social Policy, Literature, History and a range of Sciences and Computing options.

How is the Qualification Achieved ?
The Access to Higher Education course uses a range of assessment methods and is designed to prepare students for joining University. You will be expected to complete written assignments, projects, case studies, reports, seminars and end of module examinations

On Successful Completion of this Course
Apply to study at Higher Levels at Degree or Foundation Degree in a variety of disciplines, e.g. Psychology, Archeology, History, RE, African Studies.

How to join this course

Students should complete an application form which are available from the college internet site or via our Advice Centres.

All students are invited to an interview where you will be given an overview of the Access to Higher Education Pathways Programmes offered at NEW College. You will be invited to complete a short written comprehension task which involves reading a passage and answering some questions on it. You will also have a short interview with one of the Access to Higher Education tutors. You should take no longer than 2 hours including the comprehension task.

All students should also complete an assessment of their skills in literacy and numeracy prior to starting the course. This does not need to be completed at the same time as the interview and students are invited to contact the college learning skills advisors to book in for an Initial Assessment. Dates for students to complete the initial assessment at either Redditch College or Bromsgrove College are as follows:

Redditch
Monday: 14.30-17.00
Tuesday: 09.00-10:45
Friday: 13.00-16.00

Bromsgrove
Tuesday: 13.00-16.00
Friday: 09.00-11.30

Following your interview, and on receipt of your initial assessment results we will be able to recommend the best pathway for you to achieve your qualifications.

All students will be offered a place on one of our pathways:
Steps into Education, which enables students to have a gentle introduction to returning to study
Two-year Access to HE Programme
One-year, intense Access to HE Programme

For further information, please contact our Advice Centres to arrange a referral to a course tutor.

Part Time Access to Humanities / Social Science

Price on request