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Have you been away fromeducation for a while?
Are you thinking about returningto learning so you can possiblygo on to university and improveyour career prospects?
If the answer is yes,then our HigherEducation AccessProgramme could bethe ideal route for you!
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Our Access to HE (Higher
Education) course programme is
specifically designed for mature
students who are seeking to get
back into education, usually with
an aim to progress on to university.Students MUST be aged 19 or over,
on or before 31st August, to enrol
for the September or January start.
At East Durham College we
offer the Level 2 Access to HE
Certificate in Progression, a 12-
week course, which then leads
on to the one year Level 3 Accessto HE programme. There is also
a 6-month Fast Track option
available on the Level if you
meet the entry requirements.
The Level 3 programme is
available in a number of career
pathways such as teaching,
health and social science.
Please see the table on
page six for more details.The programme is run at our
Peterlee Campus and also our
Houghall Campus in Durham.
Timetables on our Access courses
are designed to enable students
to attend on a flexible basis to
help fit around work and family
commitments they may have.Achievement on the full Level
3 programme is 100% at East
Durham College, so if you are
thinking of going on to university
you have come to the right place.
And the best bit is that the Access
to HE programme is recognised
throughout the country as an
entry qualification for degrees
and many professional courses.So, whether youre looking to
change job, return to work, boost
your career prospects or gain a full
Honours degree our programme
offers you a great route into
higher education.
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Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to study on thisprogramme. Acceptance on to this course is conditionalon your attendance at a Welcome Event prior to startingthe course.
A STRONG COMMITMENT IS NEEDED AS THIS PROGRAMMEIS INTENSIVE.
What areas are covered by the course?
Like many other Access students you may be returning tostudy for the first time in a while, and this programme is
specially designed to help you to get back to grips with theskills, knowledge and understanding you need to succeedand move on into Higher Education.
The Level 2 Certificate in Progression is the ideal route to helpyou brush up on your numeracy, literacy and study skills.
The units in the Certificate are made up of Science, Maths,English, Psychology and IT components.
Once you`ve successfully completed the programmeyou will receive a Level 1 Award and Level 2 Certificate inProgression. This will have enhanced the skills you`ll needfor your future study - and your CV too.
In addition to timetabled classes, it is expected that studentswill complete at least 5 to 7 hours of further independentstudy per week.
How is the course taught?
The course is made up of lectures, tutorials and one-to-onesessions.
How is the course assessed?
Assessment is by coursework. Coursework may be writtenin the form of essays, research projects and presentations.There may also be examinations at the end of some units.
Length of course
The Access to HE Certificate in Progression Level 2 takes
approximately 12 hours a week over a 12 week periodto complete.
Course start dates are in September, January andApril each year.
We are aware that students may have work and familycommitments to fit around their studies and thereforetimetabling is as flexible as possible. Timetables arealso planned to avoid school holidays.
Classes are run at various times between 9.15am till 3pm
and 6pm till 9pm.
Access to HE - Certificate in Progression Level 2
The Access to HE course is specially designed for mature students (aged 19+) who wish they had takentheir education further when they were younger and would like the opportunity to begin studyingagain to progress on to a university course such as an HNC, HND, Foundation Degree or Full Degree.
The full Access to Higher Education programme is split into two parts. This Pre-Access Certificatein Progression (Level 2) and then the full QAA Access to HE Diploma (Level 3).
Progression on to the full Access course requires successful completion of this Pre-Access Certificate.
A certificate is awarded after completion of the Level 2 qualification.
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Progression/Career opportunities
East Durham College students who have successfullycompleted this programme and then the full Level 3 Accessto HE course have progressed on to study a wide range ofdegrees at universities and colleges across the UK, includingthe likes of Durham, Sunderland, Teesside, York and Hull -to name but a few.
Our students have studied degrees in subjects such ascriminology, forensic biology, journalism, law, midwifery,nursing, physiotherapy, social work and teacher training.
EDC students have then gone on to have successfulcareers in fields such as nursing, social work and teaching.
Fees/Notes
There is a fee for this course. The total cost is 299 for theCertificate to Progression Level 2 course.
The course may be free if you are claiming Job SeekersAllowance or ESA in the Work Related Activity Group.
The course is timetabled to meet the needs of adult learnersand the College can provide nursery facilities (at the PeterleeCampus only) or help towards childcare costs for those whohave children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years.
Please note: Fees may increase in subsequent years.Financial assistance may be available - contact StudentServices on 0191 518 8222 for further advice and guidance.
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Access to HE - Level 3
The Access to HE course is specially designed for mature students (aged 19+) who wish theyhad taken their education further when they were younger and would like the opportunity tobegin studying again to progress on to a university course such as an HNC, HND, FoundationDegree or Full Degree.
The full Access to Higher Education programme is split into two parts. This Pre-Access toHE Certificate in Progression (Level 2) and then the full QAA Access to HE Diploma (Level 3).
A Choice of Career Pathways is Available
Our Access programme is available through a variety of career pathways:
Depending on the pathway you wish to follow you will study three key modules from those listed above. As well as these you will
also take IT skills and study skills, all helping to prepare you for university and/or employment.
GCSE English or Maths is also available for study to suit the requirement of individual timetables. Students will only be able tocomplete one GCSE alongside the full time programme due to the intense nature of the course.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation route
leading to a
career as a
guidance officer
and allied
professions.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation route
leading to a
career in social
work, youth
work and allied
professions.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation route
leading to a
wide choice
of careers.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation route
leading to a
career in all
professions allied
to medicine
and social work.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation route
leading to a
career in all
professions allied
to teaching.
Ideal if you
want to pursue
a highereducation
route leading
to a career in
all professions
allied to forensic
science.
BiologyPsychology
Sociology
BiologyBusiness
English
Maths
Psychology
Sociology
BiologyBusiness
English
History
Psychology
Sociology
BiologyChemistry
English
Maths
Psychology
Sociology
BiologyBusiness
Chemistry
English
Maths
History
Psychology
Sociology
BiologyChemistry
English
Maths
Psychology
Sociology
Children and
Young PeoplePathway
Social Science
and Youth WorkPathway
Humanities
Pathway
Health and
Social CarePathway
Education
Pathway
Forensic
SciencePathway
You can choose from the following subjects
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Entry requirements
You MUST be aged 19 or over, on or before 31st August,to enrol on the September course start or the followingFast Track January start.
You will need to have achieved a Level 2 in Adult Literacyand Numeracy or a grade C or above at GCSE (in the last5 years) for entry on to the course.
In addition, you will need to have successfully completedthe Access to HE Certificate in Progression Level 2 courseto be able to enrol on to this Level 3 programme.
It is important if you intend to apply to study nursing, midwifery,teaching or social work at university that youhave, or are prepared to seek, voluntary work experience.
What areas are covered by the course?
Biology:This module includes the study of cell structure,cell division, genetics, the chemistry of living systems
and human physiology. Typical areas include:
Cell biology
Cell reproduction, inheritance and gene expression
Chemistry of living systemsChemical reactions and enzymes
Energy concepts
Nutrition and the digestive system
Cardiovascular system
Respiratory system
Excretory system
Nervous system
Endocrine system and homeostasis
Business:This module enables students to:
Evaluate the differences between sole traders, partnerships,companies and co-operatives
Evaluate the issues surrounding why firms grow, methods ofgrowth, problems associated with growth and the role ofagencies which monitor competition between companies
Produce, interpret and analyse a set of final accounts
Produce, in report form, an analysis outlining the inter-relationship of business with the external environment
Evaluate the issues surrounding the marketing mix, productlife cycle, market research and the role of advertising
Discuss what motivates people to work, the recruitment,selection and training functions within a firm, why internalcommunication is important and the role of trade unions
Chemistry:This module enables students to:
Classify the main types of chemical compounds basedon information and observations
Offer chemical reasons for differences, e.g. covalentand ionic compounds
Evaluate the relative significance of different factorsincluding; bond polarity and dative covalent bonds
Use observations of quantitative inorganic chemicalchanges and explain these in appropriate terminology
Carry out mole calculations
Discuss the significance of observations, make predictionsbased on chemical facts, data and/or observations of thefirst 20 elements
Explain results in terms of the Periodic Table and on thebasis of information given using chemical ideas to predictchanges and relate these to atomic structure
Understand the significance of energy changes in chemicalreactions
Describe reactions in terms of energy input and output, carryout simple calculations on energy changes and evaluatethe likely effect of an energy change on reactions
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English Language or Literature:This module includeswritten and oral assignments:
Personal writing
Formal report writing
Newspaper analysis
Review of a documentary
Leaflet analysis (class)
A personal response to literary material
History:This module enables students to:
Understand the process of causation and recognisethe consequences of historic events
Examine the causes of at least one example ofrevolutionary change
Analyse a range of consequences of an historical event
Understand the nature of historical debate
Evaluate conflicting interpretations of an historical event
Understand the importance and impact of key historicindividuals
Evaluate the contribution of at least one significanthistoric individual
Use both primary and secondary historical evidence
Assess the reliability, limitations and usefulness ofhistorical evidence
Form deductions and interpretations from differentpieces of evidence
Explicitly compare contrasting pieces of evidence
Comment upon the language and style employedin historical sources
Form personal judgements and draw conclusionsupon the past
Establish an individual conclusion upon an historicalevent which is open to interpretation
Maths:The aim of this module is to develop themathematical skills of the student so that they will be able
to confidently apply relevant techniques in their chosen
university course. The course will include the following:
Arithmetic processes
Introduction to algebra
Trigonometry
Statistics
Graphs
Area and volume
Introduction to calculus
Psychology:This module covers:
Schizophrenia, depression, phobias,treatment and therapies
Physiological psychology: Stress
Social psychology: Attitudes and prejudice
Development psychology: The developmentof self concept
Special issues in psychology:
Ethics and psychological researchPerspectives: Psychoanalytic, cognitive, humanistic,behavioural and physiological approaches
Research methods: Laboratory and field experiments,surveys, questionnaires, observations, describing anddisplaying data
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Sociology:This module enables students to:
Understand the nature of sociology and the meaningof a sociological approach
Critically discuss the usefulness of sociology as opposedto common sense approaches in contributing to anunderstanding of human behaviour
Understand the uses and limitations of different methodsof research and sources of data
Evaluate the relative merits and disadvantages of thevarious methods of research
Understand the major concepts involved in the varioustheoretical perspectives and recognise limitations of
the perspectivesCritically discuss issues in sociology from the mainperspectives with reference to different topic areas
Evaluate the limitations of each perspective
Recognise the relationship between theory and method
Assess the reasons why structuralist and interpretive theoristsfavour particular research methods
Understand the nature of scientific method
Critically discuss whether or not the methods of the naturalsciences can and should be used in sociology
How is the course taught?
The course is made up of lectures, tutorials and one-to-onesession. A tutor will be provided to give you additional supportas required.
You will also have the opportunity to listen to guest speakersand visit local universities on their open days.
How is the course assessed?
A combination of assignments, practical exercises and tests.
Length of course
One year. The course begins in September. However, we alsooffer a Fast Track option which runs from January to July.
We are aware that students may have work and familycommitments to fit around their studies. So timetablingis as flexible as possible, also avoiding school holidays.Classes run between 9.15am - 3pm and 6pm - 9pm.
Progression/Career opportunities
East Durham College students who have successfullycompleted this programme have progressed on to study a
wide range of degrees at universities/colleges across the UK,including the likes of York, Durham, Sunderland, Teessideand Hull - to name but a few.
Our students have studied the likes of criminology, forensicbiology, journalism, law, midwifery, nursing, physiotherapy,social work and teacher training. EDC students have thengone on to have successful careers in fields such as nursing,social work and teaching.
Fees/notes
There is a fee for this course. The total cost is 580 for the
Access to HE Level 3 course.GCSE English or Maths costs only 30 per subject if takenalongside the Access to HE Programme (You can only takeone due to the intensive nature of the Access programme).
The course may be free if you are claiming Job SeekersAllowance or ESA in the Work Related Activity Group.
The College can provide nursery facilities (at the PeterleeCampus only) or help towards childcare costs for those whohave children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years.
Please note: Fees may increase in subsequent years.Financial assistance may be available - contact StudentServices on 0191 518 8222 for further advice and guidance.
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Support and Services
College Guidance Service & Careers Advice
If you are looking for a career change or are unsure whichcourse is best for you, the College Guidance Service canoffer you a range of services to help you decide.
The possibilities can seem endless when deciding whatto do when you leave school or college. Thats why weemploy our own specialist careers advisor who can help
you find the right career path, job or university course.
The College will provide you with advice, informationand guidance with job search, CV writing and interview
techniques. We also arrange trips to universities and holdcareers fairs at the College to help you decide whatsthe right next career step for you.
For one-to-one, confidential and unbiased guidanceor to make an appointment please contact the CareersCo-ordinator in Student Services.
t: 0191 518 8282
College Nurseries
Many students have youngchildren, a fact that oftenmakes attendance at collegedifficult. To make things easierthe College has its own nurserycalled Positive Steps at the Peterlee Campus. Funding isalso available for students with children at other nurseriesor with childminders.
Adult Learners Aged 19 to 24 -
Level 2/Level 3 EntitlementYou will not have to pay any tuition fees if you meet thefollowing criteria:
Access to HE Level 2 - you are over 19 but under 25and havent already got a full Level 2 qualification,such as 5 GCSEs grade C or above or an NVQ Level 2.
Access to HE Level 3 - you are under 25 at the startof your course and do not already have a full Level 3qualification, such as 2 or more A Levels or an NVQ
Level 3. Or if you are over 25 and havent already gota full Level 2 qualification, such as 5 GCSEs grade Cor above or an NVQ Level 2.
Please ask Student Services for more details on Level 2and Level 3 Entitlement.
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Counselling Service
Although students may be prepared to talk things throughwith their tutor or course lecturer, there may be times whenthey feel they want to talk things over with someone elseoutside their course. The College has a team of trainedcounsellors who offer a totally confidentialservice to students.
Students Union
East Durham College Students Unionis a separate organisation to the
College and is run by students who areelected. The main role of the StudentsUnion is to make sure the student voiceis heard by the College. This is done byhaving student officers, class reps anda student council.
All full time and part time students are automaticallymembers of the Students Union and so can take partin its activities and purchase an NUS extra discount card.
You can order your NUS Extra card, an exclusive studentdiscount card, fromwww.nus.org.ukand collect it inCollege once you are enrolled as a student.
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The Learning Resources Centre
East Durham College has a fully equipped Learning
Resources Centre (LRC), at each campus, offering anextensive range of learning materials, which aim tomeet the curriculum requirements of both studentsand staff.
Our knowledgeable and experienced team is on hand toguide and support you through
your learning programme.
What is available at the LRC?
Each LRC has the latest IT equipment and facilities,with PCs available to students on a drop-in basis.
Students can access course materials from a varietyof sources including:
Books
Reference materials
Newspapers and magazines
DVDs
Online resources
Over 3,000 ebook titles
Photocopying, binding andlaminating services are available
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How to Apply
Okay, youve done the hard bit and decided
youre interested in the Access to HE Programme.Now the important part... letting us know!
There are a few ways you can do this:
In person
Call in to see our friendly and helpful Student Servicesteams based on each of the College campus sites.
Phone
Call Student Services on 0191 518 8222and we will take your application over the phone.
Online
Click on the apply now button and fill out anapplication form electronically via our website,www.eastdurham.ac.uk
Once we have received your application form we willbe in touch to let you know the next steps of the process.Just remember if you have any questions, we are onlya phone call or email away!
Student Services Peterlee Campus
t: 0191 518 8222Student Services Houghall Campus
t: 0191 375 4710
enquiries@eastdurham.ac.uk
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How to Find us
By Car
If you are travelling from the south of Peterlee on the A19,branch left at the sign for Peterlee and Horden B1320.Then at the roundabout take the fourth exit onto Burnhope
Way (B1320). Take the second left onto Willerby Groveand the College entrance is on your right.
If you are travelling from the north of Peterlee on the A19,
branch left at the sign for Peterlee B1320. Then at theroundabout take the first exit onto Burnhope Way (B1320).Take the second left onto Willerby Grove and the Collegeentrance is on your right.
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than half a mile off the A19, along the B1320,on Willerby Grove.
Peterlee Campus
Willerby GrovePeterleeCounty DurhamSR8 2RN
Switchboard: 0191 518 2000
Once on campus
Park in the main car park (Free). For course enquiries makeyour way to Student Services behind the main reception.
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By Car
If you are travelling from the south of Durham on the A1.Leave the A1(M) at junction 61, then at roundabout takethe 2nd exit onto the A177 to Bowburn. Follow the roadfor about 3 miles until you pass The Rose Tree Inn, on yourleft, then take the second left into the main entrance tothe College.
If you are travelling from the north of Durham on the A1.Leave the A1(M) at junction 62, then at roundabout takethe 3rd exit onto the A690 into Durham Centre. At thesecond roundabout take the 1st exit onto New Elvet.
At traffic signals bear left onto Hallgarth Street.At roundabout take the exit onto the A177.Proceed along the A177 and the main entrance to theCollege is clearly signed on your right.
If you are travelling from the east of the county of usingthe A19, leave the A19 and turn left on to the A181,for Durham, for approximately 7 miles. Continue forwardonto the B1198. At traffic signals turn right onto the
A177. Follow the road past The Rose Tree Inn on yourleft then take the second left into the main entranceto the College.
Our Houghall Campus is located on
the edge of Durham City near Shincliffe.Houghall Campus
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Switchboard: 0191 375 4700
Once on Campus
Please report to reception, in the main building,before parking in the car park at the rear of the Campus.For course enquiries make your way back to StudentServices at the main reception.
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East Durham College
Peterlee Campus
Willerby GrovePeterleeCounty DurhamSR8 2RN
t: 0191 518 2000
East Durham College
Houghall Campus
HoughallDurhamCounty DurhamDH1 3SG
t: 0191 375 4700
www.eastdurham.ac.uk
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