Access to HE

Access to Higher Education Level 3 (day) - 1YEAR

Course Details

Number of weeks:	34 - 1 YEAR COURSE
Number of hours:	Variable

The Qualification

Access to Higher Education

Entry Requirements

Mature students who have been out of full-time education for at least 2 years, with few or no qualifications, who wish to go on to a degree/diploma course. You will be asked to attend an information session and interview and to sit short Maths and English tests.

Aim of the Course

This course will prepare you to pursue a degree or diploma at university. You will develop your skills and confidence to enable you to embark on a successful higher education career.

Who is the Course for?

This well regarded programme is geared towards the needs of highly motivated students who have been out of full-time education for at least two years.

You may have missed out on earlier educational opportunites and have few or no formal qualifications.

Awarding Body

Open College Network, South West Region.

 

                  

Course Content

This is a ONE YEAR course.

Students will study English, Mathematics and Study Skills and prepare a portfolio of work.

You will also be advised on additional subjects you should take relating to your choice of degree/diploma:

Philosophy & Religion, Science, English Literature, Sociology, ICT, History, Psychology, Business Studies, Biology and Physics.

There are four pathways from which you can choose:
Health and Social Care
Combined Studies
Education 
Science.

We will advise you on the right pathway to take.

You will also have the opportunity to gain credits for voluntary or paid work if it is related to your degree choice.

You will receive a nationally validated diploma, listing credits achieved, at the end of the course.

Assessment

Assessment is based primarily on coursework. 

Equipment Required

Stationery (e.g. files, paper).

After the Course

During the course we will help you to apply to university to study your choice of subject. We can give you lots of advice and guidance when you come for your interview and throughout your studies.

FAQs

How long is the course?
This is a one year course.

What times in the day will I need to be in the college?
Sessions are usually between 9.00am – 3.00pm.

Will I have help and support?
Yes – you will have a dedicated person to help keep you on track.

What happens if I'm not yet ready for this course?
We will advise you to do the Diploma for Progression (see course listing).

I may need help with my learning. Can you help?
We have a dedicated Learning Skills Department, who can help with physical disabilities and learning needs such as dyslexia.

How much will it cost?
For 2012-13 the full fees are £800 and reduced fees are £150.

We anticipate that because of government funding changes, the fees will increase considerably  for the academic year 2013/14 and beyond. If you are thinking of studying on the Access to Higher Education Course we advise that you apply for 2012/13 to avoid this fee increase.

Who is entitled to a fee reduction?
Reduced fees are available if:

• You have evidence that you are in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance (Work Related Activity Group) or you are an unwaged dependant of those on one of these benefits.
• You are 24 years or under on 31.8.12 and do not have two ‘A' levels or an equivalent qualification or you do not have five GCSEs or equivalent;
• You are 25 years or more on 31.8.12 and have less than five GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent.

Is there any financial help available?
There may be support available for course fees, childcare, materials etc.

Further Info

For an application form please telephone (01225) 312191 or email info@citybathcoll.ac.uk. You may also visit our Student Advice Centre. If you have a learning difficulty or disability please contact Learning Skills to arrange additional help.

We will tell you more about the course when you come to an advice and guidance session. You will take a short assessment (information will be given with your invitation) and have a short interview.

Online form...

      Access application

Downloadable File...

Access to HE & Diploma for Progression Application Form
(pdf 2MB)

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