Level 2 Pre-Access Skills for Further Study
This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.
If you are hoping to return to education to enhance your career prospects, develop study skills and work towards progressing on to higher education, then this course is a great stepping stone to achieving this.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
The course has start dates in September and January and will take 12 weeks to complete.
This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.
What will I study?
This level 2 course will introduce learners to topics that will develop their academic writing, employability, and life skills. The programme will help learners advance their knowledge and skills as well as build new relationships, confidence and self-esteem.
You will have the opportunity to study units including:
- Planning for Higher Education
- Target setting and personal development
- Word processing
- Presentation skills
- Research skills
- Academic referencing
- Planning and writing an essay
- Improving own learning and performance
How is it assessed?
The course is assessed through a range of assessment activities which may include assignments, reports, discussions, group work, presentations, portfolio of evidence.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
No formal qualifications are required. However, learners will be expected to take a pre-entry literacy assessment. Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
If you do not currently hold, or not currently working towards, GCSE (or equivalents) in both English and maths, you will be advised to complete these alongside your main programme of study.
What are the course fees?
The course fee is £362. You may be eligible for funding depending on your personal circumstances and subject to a fee assessment during the enrolment process. For further details, please visit our financial support pages.
What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?
The Level 2 Pre-Access Skills for Further Study has been designed to enable learners gain transferrable skills and knowledge in order to progress on to higher level qualifications, such as Access to HE Diplomas in a variety of subjects. During the course of your study, Access to HE Diploma course leaders will visit your classroom to discuss the variety of pathways offered at St Helens College.
Are you
ready to apply?
Simply fill in our online form here.
However, if you still have questions in relation to this course and wish to receive further information, please submit your enquiry here.
Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.
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