NC Access to Degree Programme

Who is the Course For?
This course is run in conjunction with St Andrews and Dundee Universities, giving access to degree courses in Arts, Social Sciences and B.Ed.Primary, providing people with the entry qualifications for Higher Education and allowing them to make an informed choice regarding their educational careers. The college has well established links with the universities and applicants from Elmwood's Access course are looked upon favourably. It has child friendly hours to suit working parents.

Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications are required. Students are accepted following a successful formal assessment and interview.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 12- week blocks and includes modules in Learning Skills, Psychology, Sociology, Higher English, Philosophy, History and Maths.

SCQF level for this course is Level 6/7

Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time. Start date September.

Course Content
Higher English
Intermediate 2 Maths
Using Learning Skills
People and the Past: British Society
People and the Past: Scottish Society
Introduction to Philosophy
Philosophy and Morality
Practical Investigation in Philosophy
Contemporary Issues
Understanding the Individual
The psychology of Individual Differences
Understanding Human Society
Studying Human Society – The Sociological Approach

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
Successful completion of the course guarantees a place at University or a guaranteed interview for B.Ed candidates.