Course - ACCESS to Humanities, Social Sciences Level 3
Entry requirementsPlease note all students wishing to take this course need to be 19 years or older at the time of enrolment GCSE Math and English (grade A-D) or equivalent plus college interview.
Course descriptionCourse content:
This is a one year course for those aged 19+ who don't have the usual university entrance qualifications, but want to progress into higher education.
Humanities and Social Sciences students choose three subjects from the following list: Historical Studies, Literatures, Linguistics, Sociology, Psychology.
Course Structure:
This is a credit based course, and to pass you need to gain a minimum of 54 credits. These are accumulated as the year progresses, mostly through coursework, although examinations are also set in some subjects. Academic and tutorial support is given throughout the course, and you will receive help and advice with your university applications through the UCAS system.
Course resources:
You will have access to our fully equipped, state-of-the-art Learning Centres at 3 College Centres. This includes free Internet access.
Assessment:
Continuous assessment through essays, exams, assignments and presentations.
Next step:
A degree course in a wide range of subjects across the arts and social sciences.