Level: 3 | Duration: 1 Year | Start Date: September
Details: 3 Days Per Week, 9.30am – 4.30pm

What is this course about?
The course provides students with the opportunity to achieve the essential subject knowledge required for progression to university in order to study Science subjects, or a degree for primary or secondary teaching. It is designed for adult students who may have been out of education for some time in preparation for higher education.

What will I learn on this course?
You will study two level 3 subjects: Maths and Physics which are core curriculum subjects suitable for teaching. The diploma also includes refresher English, Maths and Study Skills. There may be an opportunity to study GCSE English or Science alongside the diploma.

Enrichment opportunities
You will be supported with your application to higher education and have the opportunity to visit universities.

Why choose Riverside College for this course?
We offer constructive preparation for university in that students are offered support and guidance on university applications. There are excellent links with local universities, who value the quality of the Access provision at Riverside College. Students receive in depth guidance from subject tutors on essay writing and research skills, together with additional support, if required. A successful personal tutor programme is in place to offer support to all students and monitor progress, thereby ensuring success on the course.

How will I be assessed?
The majority of the course is assessed by written essays and presentations, followed by end of the course examinations. All components of the assessments process needs to be passed to gain a full Access Diploma.

What are the Entry Requirements?
GCSE C or Grade 4 or above in Maths and currently working at Level 2 in English and Maths. The completion of a personal statement which outlines your reasons why you want to study the course. You will also attend an admissions interview to assess that the course is right for you. Work experience relevant to the degree you wish to study and career pathway is also required.

Are they any costs associated with this course?
Course fees for 2020 are to be confirmed, please enquire.

Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Click here for more information.

If you are 19 or over and studying a level 3 qualification you may be eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan. These loans will cover the full course fee for the duration of your course.

This means you do not have to pay any money up front, and you will not make any repayments until you are earning over £25,725 per year.

If you are studying an Access to Higher Education course and progress directly to university, the Advance learner loan will be written off when you complete your degree.

What will this course lead to?
The course leads onto higher level study in the Science subjects. It can also lead to degrees in Engineering. The course also allows students to opt for a subject specific degree in a subject they have studied on the course. As a level 3 qualification the Access Diploma may also fulfil the entry requirements of other courses, such as Foundation Degrees.