This course offers progression onto degree-level courses and a change to your career and prospects. You could progress to degree course at university, distant learning or a higher-level apprenticeship. You need to be at least 19 years of age to study on this course.
A student loan is available for those aged 19 and above to cover the cost of tuition fees. If you subsequently progress on to a degree course and successfully complete it, this loan will be written off.
The OCN London Access to HE Diploma programme is designed for adults who want to progress to higher education, degree level courses and higher-level apprenticeships. You will attend college for 2 days per week, but should also set aside additional time for private study required for background reading, to complete your work and achieve your goal of progressing to HE. Progression to HE will be dependent on the grades you achieve.
Each Access module contributes credits towards the Diploma. The main subject sets are English Language and English Literature, History and Psychology. Some of the units included are; Studying a Novel, Writing Autobiographically, Historical Interpretation, Psychological Abnormalities and Human Memory. These have been selected to maximise your chances of progressing onto your desired University course. Within these subjects there may be some choice of study. You will also learn the study skills required for both this course, and your next one.
Many students also choose to join us on a cultural visit to a European City (at an extra cost).
If you feel that you have studied similar material previously you may claim Accredited Prior Learning (APL) for such study (subject to approval by the awarding body. Our tutors would be happy to advise you about this.
Assessment varies according to each module but is typically written assignments, controlled assessments and presentations.
The Access course is designed for adults who want to progress to higher education, degree level courses, but do not have the necessary qualifications. You must be 19+ at the beginning of the course and be able to demonstrate that you are ready for study at this level. You must hold English (GCSE grade 4 or above, or equivalent). As part of the application process, you will be offered an interview with the course tutor.
Adult returners are particularly welcomed onto this programme.
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This qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for degree-level study. You could progress to a BA or BSc in subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, History, English, Criminology, or Social Work. Some learners go on to higher-level apprenticeships instead of a traditional degree. If you want to work in a regulated profession such as social work or teaching, a relevant degree is the next step after this Diploma.
