Return to Education
Are you looking to return to education but feeling you may need some support taking those first steps? Then this could be the perfect course for you!
This course is designed to help build your skills and confidence so that you can hit the ground running on an Access to Higher Education Diploma or degree programme at York College & University Centre.
You will be supported in learning IT skills relevant for study, as well as develop your academic writing, research and study skills. This short course will help your explore career progression and help prepare you for your next steps.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Course units
BTEC Subsidiary Award in Work Skills - Unit 7, Planning for Career Entry, consisting of:
- Career Skills
- IT Skills for Study
- Academic Writing Skills
- Research & Study Skills
Assessments
There are no formal exams, but you will submit a small portfolio of work.
Course fees
£150
The fees for this course can vary depending on funding eligibility, if you feel you may qualify for funding, please contact the Funding Team.
Course progression
This course is for those ready to study at Level 3. Those ready for Level 2 study will be signposted to appropriate next steps.
From this course you will be better prepared to embark on any of our Access to HE diplomas or degree programmes (providing you meet the entry requirements).
Dates & course durations
4th June 2024, 4 week course.
Tuesdays, 3.00pm-6.00pm.
Study methods
A range of teaching styles will be used. This course will be delivered onsite, face-to-face.
Facilities
Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.
Additional costs
N/A.
Career progression
Students can apply for Access to Higher Education Diplomas or degree-level study, and then embark on a variety of careers depending on their chosen career pathway.