Access to HE Teacher Training

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:
- Communications/English (Level 3)
- Science - Biology and/or Physics and/or Chemistry (Level 2 or 3)
- Maths (Level 2 or 3)
- Practical issues in teaching (this involves a work placement)

You will also study other optional subjects which include:
- History
- Language study
- Literary study
- Psychology
- Sociology
- ICT

What does the course lead to?

This course offers a route into Teacher Training for adults who want to take a degree with Qualified Teacher Status or a PGCE after taking a degree in the chosen subject area. Courses include:

- BA (Hons) with QTS (Primary or Secondary)
- Foundation Degree (higher level) Teaching Assistant
- BA (Hons) Education Studies

Entry requirements

You must be at least 19 years of age to enrol on an Access to HE course.
3 GCSEs: Maths, English and Science at grade C or above
2 of the three is acceptable providing the 3rd is taken alongside Access
Learners are advised that if they only have 2 they are taking a risk as several HEIs require all 3 to be achieved before application.
Students for this Diploma must arrange a work placement in school of at least 21 days duration

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	Annual fee		Actions
Day	Time	Start date	Wks	Duration	Code	Age 16-19	Over 19	Actions
TBC	TBC-TBC	02/09/2013	34	1 yr(s)	1057X1328	FreeIf you are under the age of 19 on 31 August in the academic year in which your course starts, then your course will be fully funded. The academic year runs from September to July. For example, if your course starts in September 2013 and you are 18 or under on the 31 August 2013 your course will be fully funded. This means you will not be expected to pay any fees for the tuition or examination costs of your course. However, you should note that fees may be payable for additional materials or activities, specific to individual courses. Please ask your course tutor for details.	£350If you are over the age of 19, you will need to pay a fee for your course, unless you meet one of the categories listed within the fee exemption criteria. The fee includes tuition, examination and materials costs. However, you should note that fees may be payable for additional materials or activities, specific to individual courses. Please ask your course tutor for details. If you think you may be exempt from payment of fees, you will need to check with us that this is the case and the evidence you will need to supply. For further information on fee information for over 19s please see our finance and funding pages or call us on 0808 100 3626 and we will be happy to help you.	Apply Online

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