ACCESS to Humanities and Social Sciences
Level 3
This is a practical course offering a broad base of skills to support employment in the health care sector. This course is designed to introduce some of the main areas of psychology and sociology, and how it’s studied as well as various core units.
All assessment is coursework based. Students produce a portfolio of work that is internally and externally assessed.
The qualification is equivalent to 3 A levels at A* – C
Career Path
- Counselling
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Social work
- Teaching
- Youth work
More than just a course
You will learn all about and develop a broad understanding of the core areas of modern Psychology. Sociology is relevant to so many degrees and professions from social work to teaching, and from business to law. In fact any subject that requires a basic understanding of how modern society works.
A portfolio of written assignments practical role plays/observations and internal/external assessments will provide you with a broad and diverse learning experience.
Unique Features
- Work experience
- Visiting speakers
- Careers advice
- Combine GCSE Maths or English
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade C or above including English or maths.
A willingness to collect, organise and interpret information to produce a portfolio of work. The ability to work independently and to meet deadlines
We are an inclusive College and will consider all applications on a case by case basis with no previous experience
Money matters
If you are aged 19 or older, you will be able to apply for a loan to help with the costs of this course. You won’t pay anything back until you’re earning over £21,000 a year. If you then complete a higher education course, you won’t have to repay the remaining of the loan
Age 19 to 23 – Fee remission applies to someone in receipt of eligible benefits, or where someone is studying their first full Level 3 course.
Students’ comments indicate that the work on our Access courses is challenging & interesting. The relationship with teaching staff is excellent.
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