Access To HE Business

Overview

Access to HE is specifically designed for adults who have been out of formal education for some time, but want to enter university-level courses.

Description

You will study a number of different modules which will be made up of mandatory and optional subjects. You will also undertake a number of core academic subjects that are designed to prepare you for the demands of higher level study. These are common to all Access pathways, with an emphasis on critical thinking, the techniques of written and spoken presentation, research skills, maths and IT.

How long is the course?

Our Access to HE courses can be studied within one academic year – up to 450 hours of classtime although some learners may be exempt from parts of the course if you already have GCSEs.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed on the assignments which are set regularly throughout the course. Some of these assignments will be completed under exam conditions but most will be completed in your own time.

What will I study?

You will study a range of modules, some of which are mandatory and some which are optional. These could be:

Communications
Maths (Level 2)
ICT
Individual project in business
Business
History
Language studies
Law
Maths (Level 3)
Sociology
Psychology

What does the course lead to?

You could progress to a wide range of business-related HE courses including:

Business studies
Economics
Accounting and finance
Marketing

Entry requirements

Recent successful study at level 2 in an essay based subject (do not accept Literacy L2 or NVQ)

Start dates

The course fees include registration with CAVA (the awarding body). You may be eligible for remission of fees if you receive state benefits or if the Access course is your first Level 3 qualification.

The table below shows you the week in which the course starts. You may be charged a fee for your course depending on your age and circumstances.

Day	Time	Start date	Wks	Duration	Code	Actions
Day	Time	Start date	Wks	Duration	Code	Actions
TBC	TBC-TBC	02/09/2013	34	1 yr(s)	1055X1326	Apply Online

How do I apply?

Get in touch with the college by calling 0808 100 3626. We'll talk to you about your options and arrange for an interview and Initial Assessment.

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