Shipley College Full-time Prospectus 2018-19

WE OFFER OPTIONS IN:
• ACCESS TO PRIMARY TEACHING
You will study Level 3 modules in Human
Physiology and Psychology.
• ACCESS TO HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
PROFESSIONS
You will study Level 3 modules in Human
Physiology and Psychology.
• ACCESS TO SOCIAL SCIENCES
You will study Level 3 modules in Sociology,
Psychology and Counselling.
On all courses you also study preparation for Higher
Education, academic writing and study skills units.
WHAT YOU NEED
A minimum of 1 GCSE at grade 4 (C) or above,
including English or maths.
Please note, if you currently hold a Level 2
Functional Skills qualification, progression to GCSE
is subject to assessment and meeting the required
level. Self-motivation and good levels of English are
essential due to extensive coursework and exams.
• To progress to Higher Education for Midwifery
you will need grade 4 (C) or above, for both
English and maths.
• To progress to Higher Education for Primary
Teaching you will need grade 4 (C) or above,
in English, maths and Science.
You will have an admissions interview to help you
decide if the course is suitable for you. This will
include an assessment of your English skills through
the completion of a written piece.
ABOUT THE COURSE
The Access to Higher Education Diploma aims to
build confidence, develop study & written skills and
offers you the opportunity to improve your maths
& English. On this course you study mandatory
modules and receive in-class tutorial support.
You will also be expected to study for a further
15-20 hours personal study.
You can choose to study full-time for one year,
or part-time for two years starting in September.
Register your interest
L3
YOUR FUTURE
These courses have an excellent track record.
Our students have gone on to study a wide variety of
courses at many different universities and colleges.
These include Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Sciences,
Midwifery, Nursing (Child, Adult & Mental Health),
Occupational Therapy, Operating Department
Practitioner, Radiography, Podiatry, Dental Hygiene,
Health & Wellbeing, Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy,
Paramedic Science, Food Sciences & Nutrition,
Social Work, Working with Children, Young People
& Families, Counselling, Psychology, Sociology,
Criminology and Law.
Please note: It is your responsibility to check the
entry requirements of the institutions you want to
apply to. Many universities are no longer accepting
Level 2 equivalents.
COSTS
If you are 19-23 and studying your first Level 3
course, you may be eligible for full funding. If you are
not eligible and are aged 19 or above, you can apply
for an Advanced Learner Loan by visiting
www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
You may be able to get financial support from the
Learner Support Fund for help with course materials,
equipment, travel costs and childcare costs. To find
out if you are eligible, speak to a member of the
Student Services Team on 01274 327281.
Early application is recommended as this is a very
popular course.
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