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Access to HE Humanities and Social Science Course in Barking and Dagenham

CostFREE
Duration400 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Access to HE Humanities and Social Science Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run full-time during the day at Rush Green Campus. The course is free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Fee discounts, exemptions, and grants may also be available. Contact the campus directly for details. This Level 3 Access to HE Humanities and Social Science qualification is recognised by UK universities as a route into degree-level study. You'll cover subjects across the humanities and social sciences over around 400 hours of study.

Who this course is for

Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.

Entry requirements

Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core themes in humanities, including history, culture, and society.
  • You'll explore social science concepts such as sociology, psychology, and politics.
  • You'll develop academic writing and essay skills to degree-entry standard.
  • You'll build research and critical thinking skills used in university study.
  • You'll learn how to analyse sources, arguments, and evidence.
  • You'll practise referencing and presenting ideas in an academic format.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rush Green Campus, combining lectures, group discussion, and guided study. Assessment is through a portfolio of assignments, essays, and coursework completed throughout the year. There are no traditional exams. Your work is assessed against national Access to HE standards, and a grading profile is produced that universities use as part of their admissions decisions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Social worker, supporting individuals and families in need
  • Community development worker, running local projects and services
  • Journalist or writer, covering news, culture, or public affairs
  • Policy researcher, analysing social issues for organisations or government
  • Counsellor or therapist, after completing a relevant degree
  • Teacher or lecturer, following a degree and teaching qualification
  • Charity or NGO worker, in advocacy, outreach, or project roles
  • Human resources officer, working in people and workplace services

What you could study next

This qualification is designed to lead into university. Most learners go on to apply for a BA or BSc in a humanities or social science subject, such as sociology, history, psychology, politics, or English. Some universities also accept it for combined honours degrees. If you want to specialise further, a postgraduate qualification such as a Master's or PGCE can follow your undergraduate degree.

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