NQ Social Sciences
Course
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Duration
1 Year
The aim of this course is to equip learners with sound communication skills and to develop awareness of topical social issues which will enhance prospects of employment in administrative, business and local authority sectors. It also provides an opportunity for further study at HNC level for those who successfully complete this NQ course. Continuous assessment is used throughout the course.
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About this course
A minimum of three relevant standard grade passes at grade 3 or above (or equivalent), one of which should be English.
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Course programme
NQ Social Sciences
KEY FEATURES
The aim of this course is to equip learners with sound communication skills and to develop awareness of topical social issues which will enhance prospects of employment in administrative, business and local authority sectors. It also provides an opportunity for further study at HNC level for those who successfully complete this NQ course. Continuous assessment is used throughout the course.
COURSE CONTENT
A selection of core units includes:
Applications of Mathematics; Developmental Psychology; Micro Economics; Philosophy and Morality; Political Structure; Research Methods; Socialisation: An Introduction; The Economy; Information Technology; Office Applications; Communication 4 and Literature 1; Working With Others.
COURSE CODE:
6FNQSOSC
DURATION:
1 year Full time
START DATE:
August - 2010
COMPLETION DATE:
June - 2011
PROGRESSION
Learners who successfully complete the course (approx.
14 credits
) and receive satisfactory reference (particularly in relation to attendance) from their lecturers, will be considered for entry to various HNC courses across the College including Social Sciences.
SCQF PROGRESSION
5 - 6
NQ Social Sciences