Print Environmental Science - Access to HE
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Get the knowledge and skills necessary to progress on to Higher Education degree courses including environmental science, ecology, conservation science, environmental biology, conservation science and related degrees.
Access courses are designed to enable people aged 19+ to gain a qualification which is accepted by universities as an alternative to A Levels. Access courses are delivered over one year as opposed to the two years required for A Levels. They are ideal for anyone who left school without formal Level 3 qualifications, or for people who wish to change career without having to do two years of A levels. You will learn in an adult only environment.
Course Content
An Access to HE Diploma in Environmental Science could be your first step towards a career in areas related to environmental science. This programme provides a thorough grounding in scientific principles in preparation for study in the areas of environmental science. You will take units in study skills, handling scientific data, environmental science, biology and chemistry. The units will include
Handling Scientific Data
Report Writing
Sourcing and Reading Information
Biological Molecules and Enzymes
Cells
Climate change
Core Concepts in Environmental Science
Environmental Damage and protection
Environmental Management
Extended Project
Introduction to Ecology
Oceanography
Sustainable Futures
Population Dynamics
Your Access course will be very enjoyable, but also requires real dedication and commitment if you are going to succeed. Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all learners. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class time. We recommend that you allow a minimum of 15 hours per week outside of class time for personal study. We endeavour to prepare students for the demands of a University degree course in just nine short months. It is therefore essential that you think about how you are going to balance work, family and social life with your studies. Assessment of the Access to HE diploma is by coursework completed throughout the year. You will be expected to do regular reading and written work in addition to your attendance in classes.
Entry Requirements
For your application to be considered you must be 18 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date
For your application to be considered you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You should have a minimum of GCSE English Language grade C/4 and GCSE Maths grade C/4 and GCSE Science or GCSE Biology or GCSE Chemistry grade C/4. If you have overseas qualifications, please check with your universities if they require you to have UK GCSEs or Functional Skills or IELTS. For this course you should have IELTS 6.5 as a minimum plus a Maths and Science qualification to GCSE Maths and GCSE Science (NARIC equivalency).
First Class Requirements
You should bring along an A4 writing pad as well as a selection of pens. We recommend that you also have a scientific calculator. You need to bring these resources with you to each session unless directed by the tutor.
Attendance Requirements
Your attendance is required at each and every session. You are expected to have 100% attendance. If you feel you can t commit to this expected level of attendance, then you should consider whether this is a suitable course for you. Regular attendance of 100% (apart from exceptional circumstances) is needed to ensure that you are able to cover all of the course content and assessment successfully.
Assessment Methods
Your assessment is continuous throughout the year. Assessment will be by essays, written reports, exams, presentations and portfolio. You must keep to deadlines for these assessments, or this may impact on your grade.
Further Study Options
You may progress on to Higher Education degree courses including environmental science, ecology, conservation science, environmental biology, conservation science and related degrees.
Additional Information
Please be aware that this is an intensive & demanding course. There is support available, but you should expect to do a minimum average of 15 hours of homework per week. Please be aware that this may vary throughout the year, and at some times you may need to spend more time studying than others.
Please be aware that this is a blended learning course, with some sessions onsite in college and some sessions online via MS Teams.
