Preparation for Access to HE – Science
This course provides a refresher in science for those whose GCSE pass is over 5 years old. It is intended to supplement a previous GCSE for students wishing to progress to Access in Science (Biology and Chemistry) or Healthcare.
Course Information
- Course Type Access
- Subject Area Science
- Qualification Access to Higher Education Diploma
- Study Mode: Part Time Only
- Course Level Level 2
- Location Maths and Science Centre
- Course Length 9 weeks
- Start Date 17-Apr-24
- End Date 19-Jun-24
- Day Wednesday
- Times 6pm-9pm
- Fee Free
- Overview
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To achieve high grades in your Science or Healthcare Access course, you will need a good knowledge of GCSE level chemistry and biology as well as practical skills.
This course is intended to refresh your knowledge of elements and compounds as well as chemical reactions to prepare for the biochemistry units in the Access to HE Diploma in Science or Healthcare.
Within this course you will develop key lab skills and the foundations of knowledge to progress your study of science from Level 2 to Level 3.
- Entry Requirements
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Intention to progress to Access to Higher Education Diploma – Science or Healthcare
- Facilities
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You will have access to new fully equipped laboratories and PCs as well as access to a Learning Resource Centre.
- Additional Costs
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Safety equipment will be required for Lab work as well as Scientific Calculator such as Casio FX-83GTPLUS.
For any fee or cost-related queries or further information, please contact the Adult Advisers on 01392 400170.
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