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Free Access to HE Humanities and Social Sciences Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Free Access to HE Humanities and Social Sciences Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to HE humanities and social sciences course is designed for adult learners aged 19 or over who want to progress into university. The course takes one year and builds your academic skills alongside subject-specific study in humanities and social sciences. You'll need GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, or a recognised Level 2 equivalent. Assessment is through coursework, and online support materials are available through the college portal.

Who this course is for

Access courses are for adult learners, aged over 19 years to enable them to gain entry into university. The course is structured to enable learners to build up their academic skills, alongside studying subject specific modules, and is assessed through course work. The courses comprise of taught sessions with online support materials available through the college online portal Canvas. For entry onto all Diplomas a minimum of GCSE grade C/4 in English, level 2 equivalencies will be considered on a case by case basis. There are currently 3 Diplomas on offer. Social sciences in which you will study psychology, sociology and either law or social work. This range of classes will help you gain access onto a social science degree, humanities degree, teaching, social work and criminology.

Entry requirements

Maths and English at 4(C) or above In addition: strong work ethic, commitment to attend, and plans to progress into Higher Education

What you will learn

  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll study subject-specific content in humanities and social sciences.
  • You'll analyse and evaluate arguments across a range of topics and texts.
  • You'll build skills in critical thinking and independent learning.
  • You'll complete coursework assignments that reflect university assessment styles.
  • You'll use online learning resources to support your classroom study.

How you will learn

You'll attend taught classroom sessions at Hull College. Online support materials are available through the college's Canvas portal to back up your in-class learning. Assessment is entirely through coursework. There are no formal written exams. Your work builds progressively across the year, giving you practice in the kind of academic writing and research universities expect.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Social worker: supports individuals and families in need
  • Community development worker: leads local projects and initiatives
  • Journalist or writer: researches and communicates stories and ideas
  • Policy researcher: analyses data to inform public or third-sector decisions
  • Museum or heritage officer: manages collections and public engagement
  • Counsellor or support worker: provides guidance in health or social settings
  • Teacher (with further study): works in schools or further education

What you could study next

This qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for degree-level study. You could progress to a BA in History, Sociology, Psychology, English Literature, Politics, or a related humanities or social sciences subject. Some universities also offer foundation years if you want an extra step before a full degree. If you're interested in professional roles, a degree in Social Work, Journalism, or Education Studies would build directly on this Course.

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