Humanities & Social Sciences
About
This full time course will prepare you for study in Higher Education. It is designed for those who may have achieved few, if any, prior qualifications, but who wish to change career.
Start
This course starts in September
Duration
1 year
Level
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Location
Bridgend Campus
Overview & Modules
The Humanities and Social Science qualification is designed for learners wishing to make their careers in the following areas: Civil Service, teaching, sales, marketing and advertising, public administration and local authorities, journalism and media, heritage and conservation work, social care and social science careers, youth and community work, police and probation work, careers guidance, and human resource management.
The course will provide a supportive learning environment, and prepare you to learn independently, including the opportunity to develop study skills and academic knowledge.
Modules will cover a broad base of humanities and social science topics including:
- Psychology
- Cultural Studies
- English Language
- Literature
- Media Studies
- History
- Politics
- Communication Skills
- Oral Presentations
- Study Skills
How will I be assessed?
- Written assignments
- Essays
- Practical assessments
- Examinations
- Oral questioning
Entry requirements
- Level 2 qualification
- You will need to have been out of education for 2-3 years
- You will complete a written exercise to establish support needs
Continue your studies
Higher Education programmes at Level 4 or Other Further Education programmes.
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Currently Employed
17151
Job opportunities
18093
Average Wage
£20046
Hourly
£10.28
