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Facilities
Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and IT helpdesk advice.
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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, which is then written off following progression on to and successful completion of an eligible degree. Further funding information is located on page 24-26. 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.
Progression
Progression to higher education to a broad range of courses is possible. Former students have gone on to complete courses such as BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy at University of York, BA (Hons) Psychology at University of Wales, BA (Hons) History at University of Newcastle upon Tyne, BA (Hons) Literature at the University of Leeds, BA (Hons) Philosophy at University of St Andrews, BA (Hons) Media at Thames Valley University London, BA (Hons) Primary Teacher Training at York St John University and BA (Hons) Criminology at Durham University. 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.
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MEDICINE
What you’ll study
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). Studying the Access to HE Diploma (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. The course will provide you 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 in College is typically for three days per week for one academic year (32 weeks), plus an additional 10 to 15 hours of personal self-guided study.
Teaching methods & delivery
The programme delivery method includes lectures and seminars and a good level of student participation is expected. You will be expected to make presentations on a regular basis throughout the course to develop your presentation skills. Attendance in College is typically for three days per week plus an additional 10 to 15 hours of personal selfguided study. Timetables and hours of study will be discussed at the interview.
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 and 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.
Why choose this course?
The NHS lists 29 pathways and specialisms in medicine, from emergency medicine, intensive care and anaesthetics, to cardiology, haematology, general practitioner (GP), dermatology, endocrinology and diabetes or research and forensic psychiatry, to name a few. This course can help you to access these pathways and specialisms in the future.
