This is a full Level 3 programme (i.e. at the same level as A Levels, NVQ Level 3 or a BTEC National Diploma). It is the most popular route of entry into Higher Education for adults. There are class based sessions, tutorials and independent study and research. You will build a personal portfolio of your completed assignments as you progress through the course. You can take a maximum of one GCSE alongside this course. If your chosen university course requires more than this they must be achieved prior to commencing the programme. The units you will study are likely to include: Core Units: Human biology Biochemistry - 3 credits Regulation and Control - 6 credits Skeleton & Muscles - 3 credits Nutrition & Digestion - 3 credits Chemistry Energetics - 3 credits Fundamentals of Chemistry: Experiments - 3 credits Fundamentals of Chemistry - 6 credits Hydrocarbons - 3 credits Geography/Environmental Science Conservation - 3 credits Environmental Pollution - 6 credits Fluvial Environments - 3 credits Plate Tectonics - 3 credits Study Skills IT for Academic Study - 3 credits Producing a Written Assignment - 3 credits Introductory Academic Human Cell Biology - 3 credits The Periodic Table - 3 credits Ecology - 3 credits
Course details
| Qualification name | Access to HE Diploma (Science) |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 3 |
| Awarding organisation | Aim Qualifications |
| Learning method | Classroom based |
| Course type | Free Courses for Jobs |
| Course hours | Full-time |
| Course start date | 16th September 2024 |
| Cost | £3,384.00 |
| Cost description | Funding may be available for those aged 19+ depending on age and qualifications already achieved. Level 3 Entitlement may be available depending on age and previous qualifications already achieved. An Advanced Learner Loan may also be available. |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
GCSE English at Grade C / 4 or above and GCSE Maths at Grade D / 3 or above. If you are interested in a career in teaching you may also need GCSE Maths and/or Science at Grade 4 or above.
Students aged over 19 years old - may be eligible to apply for an advanced learner loan to fund your course fees - please contact our student enrolment team for more information. Help may be available from the Student Bursary Fund towards costs of childcare, books and materials. P lease contact the Student Support Team on 01604 734066 for more details.
The course is organised into units. Each unit carries a number of credits at Level 3. All units are compulsory. Credits will be awarded for the successful completion of the coursework and timed assignments for each unit. 60 credits at Level 3 are required for the Access Diploma. Most units are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Science related Foundation or Degree programme within Higher Education
| Name | NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE |
|---|---|
| Address |
Main Campus Booth Lane NORTHAMPTON Northamptonshire NN3 3RF Find on Google maps |
| Phone | 08453004401 |
| Website | http://www.northamptoncollege.ac.uk |