Full-time Access to University Diploma (University Pathway)
Furness College
Key Information
Campus location
Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Aug 2023
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Introduction
As a full-time student in this program, you will be attending classes at College for approximately 12 hours per week, over a period of 30 weeks.
The Level 3 units are designed to allow students to return to learning. The courses are intended to introduce students to a subject area in a non-threatening, supportive environment. Students will understand the subject area and the study skills necessary for entry to Higher Education. You will be encouraged to draw upon your own experiences and knowledge to contribute to class sessions and will be offered guidance in improving study skills. Classes are attended by various students, many of whom may not have studied for some time. Learning methods will include a mixture of discussion, group work, workshops, and tutorials.
On the Access to HE Diploma, you will choose to study two subjects sets at Level 3.
These include a combination of two subjects: Human Physiology (this science option will be needed for future progression into careers, including nursing, midwifery, and other health careers), Sociology, and Law.
You will attend a total of 5 hours of class sessions per week (for each of your two subject sets) from September until June. A further mandatory subject set of study skills units form the final part of the course. These help you through applying to university and providing you with the necessary academic skills to succeed in the course. You will attend a two-hour study skill session a week from September to June.
Assessment is by a mixture of exams and coursework.
The Access course has two key pathways:
Allied Health Professions: This is designed to provide a pathway into higher education and future careers, including nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, paramedic, and other healthcare-related professions.
Social Sciences: Students have the opportunity to study a combination of Law and Sociology. Popular progression routes include study and/or careers in law, humanities subjects, social work, local government, criminology, and civil service.