Access to Higher Education: Social Science - Full-time
Course outline
This course is perfect if you are interested in taking an in-depth look at human behaviour; crime and punishment; how crime and punishment are related to other social issues and why certain groups may be societally victimised.
You’ll learn a broad range of skills and knowledge across the social sciences. Over the year you will study the fascinating world of sociology, psychology and criminology, including units in:
- Psychopathologies
- Research methods in psychology
- Forensic psychology
- Memory
- Sociology of crime and deviance
- Criminology past and present
- Penology and victimology.
You can expect the course to be a fantastic preparation for life at university. You’ll improve your research, analysis, evaluation and report writing skills and take part in discussion and debate with your fellow students.
You’ll have support from a personal tutor who will guide you through your studies and support you in your university application
How to apply for this course
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Location:
Maid Marian Way
Nottingham NG1 6AB |
Date:Start: 7th September 2020 |
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Course code: C000503 / Q002762 |
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| Qualification | CAVA Access to HE Diploma |
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| Duration | 1 year |
| Level | Level 3 |
| Entry requirements | You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9–4 (A*–C) including English and Maths (equivalents maybe considered for Maths). Relevant work experience will be considered as a substitute for a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification, plus GCSE English and Maths.
It is not possible to study both GCSE English and Maths on this course. |
| Assessment | Learning is assessed in a variety of methods to prepare you to study at university. |
| Progression | Choose to follow with a degree course in sociology, psychology, communications and society, criminology or similar. |
| Additional information | Check out our Financial Help page for information on fees and funding for students aged 19 and over! |
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