Level: 3 | Duration: 1 Year | Start Date: September
Online Study: You will need to travel to college for the induction sessions at the start of the course and also any drop-in progress/support meetings throughout the course. They are NOT fully distance learning courses. See below for more information.
If you are good at English and have ambitions of going to university and gaining a degree to progress your career to a higher level but don’t have the qualifications to go, an Access to Higher Education in English Studies studied online with Riverside College could be a great way to achieve your dreams.
- Flexible online learning with the added security of face-to-face induction and weekly support sessions when needed
- Explore poetry, short stories, and film adaptations
- A qualification which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels for entry to university
- English Access course assessed through end-of-unit assignments with no exams!
Course Content:
A lot of great careers in a variety of industries would benefit from a solid understanding of English Language. If you are considering a degree in English, Marketing, History, Creative Writing, or another English-related subject, the Access to Higher Education in English Studies is a great starting point to increase your skills and gain the necessary qualifications to progress to university.
On the course you will study a wide range of topics including:
- The Influences of Language
- How to Analyse Text
- The Textural Features of the Written Form
- Poetic Techniques
- How some Literary Texts are Adapted into Film
Entry Requirements
- You will need GCSE English at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) and GCSE Maths at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) - you will need to provide us with written evidence from your chosen Universities that they will accept Functional Skills for your year of entry to University
- Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet entry requirements. They will also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9) for some courses, including a science for some pathways
- As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course
- You will also need to have your own laptop
University Entry Criteria: Each university will set its own admission criteria. You will need to check the entry requirements of your chosen university and course. The specialist Access tutors alongside the ACE/ Careers team at Riverside College can support you with your application to university. You are likely to require:
- A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade* (see the Modules tab for the individual modules included in this course)
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English alongside literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
- A face-to-face interview at the university
- Course-related work placements or work experience
Course Fees:
Fee: £3,022
You can apply for an ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN; the Loan eligibility does not depend on your income and there are no credit checks. The loan will cover the full cost of your Access Course, this will be written off when you complete your degree – saving you up to £9,000 in fees and not using any of your Student Loans allowance.Assessments:
There are no exams on the Access to HE course, you will be assessed via academic reports, essays, case study analysis, illustrated mind map, illustrated report, worksheet, journal article, portfolio, academic poster, presentation (video and audio recording), revision guide, series of questions, academic writing skills tasks.Why choose Riverside College:
- Flexible online learning for your Access to Higher Education qualifications with the support of weekly face-to-face drop-in support sessions when and if needed*
- Initial face-to-face induction to fully prepare you for your studies
- Up to six hours per week of drop-in support sessions with tutors when needed (Daytime and Evening sessions available)
- Interactive online sessions (Assessed and marked online).
- Access college facilities including the Learning Resource Centre, Study Rooms with PCs and printing, UCAS support, and bursaries
- Streamline your qualification to fit into your spare time giving you the option to complete the Access to Higher Education faster.
- Social groups offering tutor and peer support and encouragement.
- Ofsted Outstanding Access teaching and support teams
- Dedicated specialist Access teachers with over 10 years' experience in successfully supporting adults to progress onto degrees
- Study for FREE, saving up to £9,000 in fees AND you won’t use up any of your Student Loans allowance. See the ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN for more details.
Career
Strong English language skills will improve your progressions opportunities in many industries and careers. When choosing your degree, you should consider the career that you want to achieve. With English Studies knowledge, you could go on to work in many roles, such as the following:
- Content Writer
- Proofreader
- Editor
- Teaching
- Marketing
Unit 1: Academic Writing Skills
On completion of this unit you will:- Be able to write with relevance in responding to an academic task
- Know how to interpret and discuss ideas and issues in responding to a set, academic writing task
- Be able to summarise for academic purposes, selecting key points, information or central ideas
Unit 2: Preparing to Study
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how study is organised and planned
- Understand how to apply theories of learning in relation to personal approaches to learning
- Understand a range of constraints upon study
- Understand the importance of assessment feedback
Unit 3: Preparing a Written Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how to use key information sources
- Understand why sources are acknowledged and referenced
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand note-making methods
- Understand how to plan, draft and produce a written assignment
Unit 4: Language, Communication and Communities
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand devices used in oral and written texts
- Understand factors influencing language
- Understand the process and effects of community on language
Unit 5: Study of a Novel
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how to respond to a novel
- Understand the use of literary techniques in the novel
- Understand the contextual aspects of the novel
Unit 6: Industrial change in Britain 1700-1850
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the pattern of industry and urban society c1700-1760
- Understand the causes and nature of industrial change in Britain c1760-1850
- Understand the impact of industrial change on British social, economic and political life by 1850
Unit 7: Language Acquisition
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the stages of development in children's language
- Understanding the contrasting views on language acquisition
Unit 8: Short Story
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand narrative elements of the story
- Understand textual features and language
- Understand the influence of social and historical factors on the text
Unit 9: Social change in Britain 1914-1939
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the impact of World War 1 on British society
- Understand the social consequences of unemployment, housing and health problems during the period 1918-1939
- Understand developments in family life and leisure opportunities
Unit 10: Shakespeare
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the major themes of a Shakespeare play
- Understand the plot structure of the play
- Understand the processes involved in the presentation of the major characters
- Understand how language is used to create dramatic impact
- Understand the social and historical implications of the play
Unit 11: Understanding Drama
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how an author creates character within a drama
- Understand the structure of the plot within a drama
- Understand the part played by language in dramatic effect for the chosen drama
- Understand how a play transfers from page to stage
Unit 12: Public Health During the 18th & 19th Centuries
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the nature of urban development and public health during the 18th Century
- Understand the causes and effects of public health problems in the 19th Century
- Understand the nature and impact of attempts to address public health problems in the 19th Century
Unit 13: Language and Gender
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the features of male and female speech
- Understand theories and approaches applied to speech
Unit 14: Extended Essay
On completion of this unit you will:- Be able to develop and plan an extended essay on a chosen topic relevant to your Diploma title
- Be able to produce an extended essay on a chosen topic relevant to your Diploma title
Unit 15: How the Poet Works
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the principal figures of speech
- Understand different poetic genres
- Understand metre and rhythm
- Understand the tone and mood
Unit 16: Language and Social Media
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how language is used in communication by social media
- Understand the impact of social media on language
Unit 17: Film Adaptations of Literary Texts
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the techniques used in translating a section of written narrative into film
- Be able to produce an outline storyboard and script
- Understand the opportunities presented in text for film adaptation
- Understand the relative signification processes of written and film texts
Course Features
- Lectures 0
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- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes