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Access to HE Humanities and Social Science Course in Kingston upon Thames

Cost£3,022.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Access to HE Humanities and Social Science Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, part-time during the day, one day or a few sessions a week over one year. This level 3 access to HE humanities and social science course is designed for adults who want to progress to university without traditional A Levels. You'll study subjects drawn from humanities and social science, building the academic skills universities expect. It's a recognised route into higher education, and many UK universities accept it as a qualification for entry.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk

Entry requirements

Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll develop essay writing and academic argument skills used at university level.
  • You'll study core themes across humanities subjects such as history, sociology, or philosophy.
  • You'll explore social science concepts including society, culture, and human behaviour.
  • You'll practise research skills, including how to find, evaluate, and reference sources.
  • You'll build critical thinking skills to analyse texts and ideas.
  • You'll complete assessed assignments that reflect the standard expected in higher education.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Kingston College, combining taught input with discussion and guided study. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than a final exam. Work is marked against standards set by the awarding body, and you'll receive feedback throughout the year to help you improve before submission.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College 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 programmes and services
  • Counsellor or support worker, helping people through difficult times
  • Journalist or writer, researching and communicating ideas
  • Policy or research assistant, working in public or third-sector organisations
  • Teacher or teaching assistant, after completing a relevant degree
  • Charity or NGO worker, in advocacy or project roles

What you could study next

This qualification is a recognised route into university for mature students. After completing it, you could apply for a BA or BSc in subjects such as sociology, history, psychology, politics, or social work. Many universities have dedicated places for Access to HE students. If you want to work in social care or education, a relevant degree will open further professional routes, including postgraduate qualifications in social work or teaching.

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