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Access To Higher Education 1 Year

A Level

In Salford ()

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

What is the Access to HE Diploma course? Access courses are a Level 3 programme of study and are designed to prepare students for study at university. They are aimed at people who would like to study at university but who left school without the usual qualifications, such as 'A' levels. Many Access to HE Diploma students go on to succeed at university and beyond, with a large number of learners.

About this course

There are no formal entry qualifications required but the course is academically rigorous and students are required to undertake an initial literacy and numeracy assessment to ensure their suitability for studying at this level.

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Access To Higher Education (1 Year)

What is the Access to HE Diploma course?

Access courses are a Level 3 programme of study and are designed to prepare students for study at university. They are aimed at people who would like to study at university but who left school without the usual qualifications, such as 'A' levels. Many Access to HE Diploma students go on to succeed at university and beyond, with a large number of learners pursuing new careers in a variety of directions.

How Long?
At the moment, the Access course is offered on a full-time basis only (which amounts to approximately 15 hours per week). However, due to recent changes regarding university admissions, there is a possibility of a part-time programme being on offer.

What can I study?
The Access programme offers three pathways. These are:

· Nursing and Midwifery
· Science
· Education and Humanities

Within each pathway, there are a variety of compulsory (including Numeracy and Communication skills) and optional subjects which students will study based on their choice of pathway. However, it must be pointed out at this stage that many universities prefer GCSE Maths and English (this is a requirement for Teaching). Midwifery is a highly competitive area and GCSEs in Maths and English will be looked upon favourably if you are considering pursuing a career in this field. Remember: the Access course does not guarantee a university place - many factors will influence your chances of being accepted such as performance at interview, availability of places, commitment to study and so on.

Contents

Learning Style
College Based

Assessment Method
Examination/Assessment

Enrolment Method
If you are interested in a place on the Access course, complete an application form and return it to the College. You will be contacted soon and invited to attend an interview. You will be asked to sit an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy and, following assessment, the results will be discussed with you. If you are suitable for a place on the course you will be invited back to discuss an appropriate timetable of study tailored to your chosen pathway.

Access To Higher Education 1 Year

Price on request