Health Science Professions 8

Brand new for September 2021

What you’ll do

Studying the Access to HE Diploma: Medicine (Medicine) will provide you with a sound understanding and knowledge in key subjects such as Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Study Skills and Professional Behaviours as an introduction to the higher education learning and assessment contexts that you may progress into at university.

You will be provided with an introduction to the requirements of a career in Medicine, as well as an overview of the potential routes into the medical field. You will be supported in developing your skills and attributes in professional behaviours, as well as preparation for any additional aptitude tests that may be part of an application to medical schools.

Duration & attendance

The course is full-time over an academic year (32 weeks). Attendance is over 3 three days per week, plus an additional 10-15 hours’ personal self-guided study.

Teaching methods & delivery

The programme delivery method includes lectures and seminars and a good level of student participation is expected.

Exams & assessments

The course is divided into units of assessment. Each unit is broken down into learning hours and most of the units are worth three, six or nine credits (one credit equals 10 learning hours). To achieve the Diploma, you must achieve 60 credits, all credits are at Level 3 (equivalent to A Level standard).

Assessment may take the form of reports, assignments, controlled tests, logbooks and presentations. Assessment will take place both during and at the end of each unit as appropriate. Graded units are eligible for grades will be awarded as Distinction, Merit or Pass.

At the end of the course, you will be given a transcript listing all of the units and grades awarded: there is no overall grade.

Universities will specify the grades they expect you to achieve in various units as part of any offer they may make.

How you can progress

The Access to HE: Medicine course provides you with a solid base of theoretical knowledge and technical capabilities to enable you to pursue a successful career in medicine and the wider medical field.

Facilities

Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning Resource Centre (LRC), study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and IT helpdesk advice.

Why choose this course?

The NHS lists 29 pathways and specialisms in Medicine, from emergency medicine, intensive care, anaesthetics, to cardiology, haematology, general practitioner (GP), dermatology, endocrinology and diabetes or research and forensic psychiatry to name a few. This Access course is an excellent foundation for you to build upon and develop these skills in your chosen field.

Funding & additional costs

If you are aged 19 to 23, you may qualify for fee remission for an Access course depending on your circumstances. Eligibility for a free course is based on government guidelines and the most up-to-date information is available on our website or from our Funding Team.

If you do not qualify for free tuition, you will be able to pay for your tuition fees in instalments and may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. Further funding information is located on page 26-28.

All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, you may need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access additional teaching and learning from home as required for the additional guided learning hours.

Still have questions? Call 01904 770443 or email funding@yorkcollege.ac.uk

*Subject to approval

How to apply

To apply, simply visit the relevant course page on our website and complete an application form

www.yorkcollege.ac.uk

Brand new for September 2021

What you’ll do

Students studying this Diploma will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and practical skills through a range of subject areas including: Criminology, Law, The Powers of Police and Crime and Society to name but a few. Successful completion of this Diploma will open doors to several university courses, giving students the chance to study a broad array of degrees and apprenticeships leading to careers in Policing and associated professions such as: The National Crime Agency, The Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Immigration services such as Immigration Officer or Border Force Officer.

You will study the following course units/modules:

Criminology:

• Exploring Crime and Deviance, Theoretical

Approaches to Criminology (6c) & Current

Issues in Criminology

• Source of English Law, The Law of

Homicide, The law of Negligence, Human

Rights & The Powers of Police

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, The

Psychology of Criminal Investigation,

Research Skills & Principles of Reflection

Duration & attendance

The course is full-time over an academic year (32 weeks). Attendance is over 3 three days per week, plus an additional 10-15 hours’ personal self-guided study.

Teaching methods & delivery

The programme delivery method includes lectures and seminars and a good level of student participation is expected.

Exams & assessments

Assessment may take the form of reports, assignments, controlled tests, logbooks, and presentations. Assessment will take place both during and at the end of each unit as appropriate. Graded units are eligible for grades will be awarded as Distinction, Merit or Pass.

At the end of the course, you will be given a transcript listing all the units and grades awarded: there is no overall grade. Universities will specify the grades they expect you to achieve in various units as part of any offer they may make.

How you can progress

The Access Policing course provides you with a solid base of theoretical knowledge and technical capabilities to enable you to pursue a successful career in a range of subject areas relating to law, criminology and society, depending on your desired speciality area.

Facilities

Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning Resource Centre (LRC), study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.

Why choose this course?

This course will open doors for you to embark your career goals in a range of desirable job roles within the police. You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required for the next stage in your education with a recognised qualification enabling you to enrol on an undergraduate course at a higher education establishment of your choosing.

Funding & additional costs

If you are aged 19 to 23, you may qualify for fee remission for an Access course depending on your circumstances. Eligibility for a free course is based on government guidelines and the most up-to-date information is available on our website or from our Funding Team. If you do not qualify for free tuition, you will be able to pay for your tuition fees in instalments and may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. Further funding information is located on page 26-28.

All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, you may need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access additional teaching and learning from home as required for the additional guided learning hours.

Still have questions? Call 01904 770443 or email funding@yorkcollege.ac.uk

How to apply

To apply, simply visit the relevant course page on our website and complete an application form

www.yorkcollege.ac.uk