Access to Higher Education - Science

Day(s) of Week:WED/THUR/FRI Duration:1 Year Fee: Under 24 year old : £750

If you are aged between 19 and 23 and you don’t have a qualification equivalent to 2 A Levels, tuition fees will be waived. If you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria AND are aged 19-23, tuition fees will be waived. Tuition fees will not be waived for students aged over 23 studying a Level 3 or higher course, however these students may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan.
Course Content: This course will give you the scientific foundation needed to enable you to embark on a scientifically related degree programme at University. Successful completion of the course will result in a Recognised Access Award which is equivalent to two A Levels.

The course includes the following modules:-

• Human Physiology

This looks in depth at how the digestive, breathing, circulatory and reproductive systems work.

• Cell Biology

Covers the detailed structure and functioning of the cell, cell division, genetics and protein synthesis.

• Physical Science

This has been designed to complement the Biological modules above and includes Atomic structure and Radioactivity, Quantitative Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Experimental Skills.

If you do not have Maths, English and IT GCSEs (grades A*-C) or equivalent, you will need to complete one module at Level 2 in each of these subjects.

There is some practical work on the course and occasionally this will involve using the lab facilities at Hyde Clarendon College. Entry Qualification: There are no set pre-conditions for this course. We will accept you if you have few or no previous academic qualifications. What you do need is a firm sense of commitment to learning and we need to feel confident that you have the level of skills needed to cope with the course, for example the ability to read critically and communicate clearly both orally and in writing.

When you apply, we invite you for an advisory interview/meeting where we explore your study needs and assess whether you are yet ready for a course at this level. We will give you plenty of advice when you come for your interview/meeting. It may be that although you are keen to take this course, you still need to brush up on some aspects of study and key skills. We have a range of preparatory courses or you could take the course over two years. Special Features: This course is specifically designed for adults aged over 19 who have been out of education for some time. A special feature of this course is the individualised programme of support that every student receives alongside their main programme. For example some students are dyslexic, but have nevertheless succeeded in fulfilling their ambition to study at a higher level.

The course is designed to accommodate the needs of parents and people who have flexible work patters.