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Access to HE Diploma: Science
Level: Level 3      Part-time  - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9.00am-3.00pm (although some classes may finish later)
How long is the course/training? 36 weeks

What will I be doing on the course/training?

The Access course has been designed for those adults who feel they missed out on higher education when they were younger. The programme aims to provide a firm foundation for study at degree or HND level courses but is also a useful programme of study in its own right. Study skills and educational guidance form essential parts of the course. The programme consists of compulsory core units and two subject options:

Core units: Preparation for Higher Education (including study skills), Information Technology, Maths, English.
Subject options: Biology, Chemistry.

The course content in each option starts at GCSE Level and includes the core content of an A Level in each subject. For some higher education programmes (teacher training for example) you will need to have O Level or GCSE passes or equivalent in Mathematics, English Language and a Science. These qualifications can be gained alongside the Access programme but there is an extra fee. If you need to achieve more than one qualification in addition to your Access course we can help you to plan this.
Start date: w/c 13th September 2010.
Course/Training Code: To be confirmed

Where do I study/train?

Hele Road and Victoria House

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are compulsory but you should be highly motivated and have a sufficient level of literacy to enable you to take a year long course of study containing regular reading and written work. All students are required to do some mathematics at an equivalent level to GCSE and you may be asked to have a Maths and Literacy assessment prior to starting the course.  You will be required to have an interview. Previous study of Science together with recent evidence of level 2 achievement in Maths and Literacy would normally be expected. For further details see the college web site.

What can I do after this course/training?

The Access Programme can be used to prepare for a wide range of higher level courses, including HNDs and degrees. The Access Diploma is nationally recognised.

What Functional skills will I do?

None specified

What residential/work experience is there?

None specified

What faculty is the course/training in?

Maths and Science

How to Apply?

Please fill in an application form, we will call you in for an interview and you may be asked to do an initial assessment to ensure that this course will suit you. Please click here to view more application details.

How do I study the course/training and how will I be assessed?

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, individual and small group work, practical work and tutorials. Assessment is through coursework, individual project and final examination.

What facilities are there?

You will have access to a learning resource centre. There is a refectory in the Hele Building and Victoria House

What will the course/training cost me?

Fee: £620.00 Reduced fee: £285.00

Additional costs:

Students will need a scientific calculator and a lab coat. A booklist will be provided.

Previous students' views:

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To find out more:
Telephone: 0845 111 6000
Email: science@exe-coll.ac.uk
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