Access to Higher Education Social Science

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This is a full Level 3 programme (i.e. at the same level as A levels, NVQ Level Three or a BTEC National Diploma). It is the most popular route of entry into Higher Education for adults. There are class based sessions, tutorials and independent study and research. You will build a personal portfolio of your completed assignments as you progress through the course. For the Social Science pathway you will be studying Psychology, Sociology, Criminology and Law. The course is designed to prepare students for progression to Degrees or Diplomas at University. Popular choices include Degrees in Social Work, Teaching, Psychology, Sociology at Universities throughout the UK. Students who have been out of education for some time and aiming to go on to University to study for a Degree or equivalent.

Course information

Name: Access to Higher Education Social Science Qualification title: Access to Higher Education Diploma: Social Science - Northampton College Qualification type: Assessment The course is organised into units. Each unit carries a number of credits at Level 3. Some units are compulsory. Credits will be awarded for the successful completion of the coursework and timed assignments for each unit. 60 credits with at least 45 at Level 3 are required for the Access Diploma. Level 3 Units are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction. Awarding Aim Awards Created 20140506 07:35:12 Updated 20140506 07:36:18

Entry requirements

Help may be available from the Student Hardship Fund towards costs of childcare, books and materials. Please contact the Student Support Team on 01604 734066 for more details. The Award Board registration fee payable at enrolment will be approximately £110. Equipment required Help may be available from the Student Hardship Fund towards costs of childcare, books and materials. Please contact the Student Support Team on 01604 734066 for more details. The Award Board registration fee payable at enrolment will be approximately £110.

Provider

NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE
Further Education
enquiries@northamptoncollege.ac.uk
0300 123 2344
http://www.northamptoncollege.ac.uk

Address

Main Campus
Booth Lane Town: NORTHAMPTON County:Northamptonshire