Clothing & Textiles 10 Manufacturing

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 sewing machine to access additional teaching and learning from home as required for the additional guided learning hours - a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi would also be advantageous.

Progression

Successfully completing the course will enable you to apply for the BA Fashion degree course at York College University Centre or at any other higher education institution. 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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HEALTH SCIENCE PROFESSIONS

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). Course Modules include: • Study 15 credits of Study Skills – this will include Academic Writing Skills. • Study 30 credits of Human Physiology – this will include study of the major body systems, infection and immunity and an introduction to pharmacology. • Study 15 credits of Professional Health

Care Practice – this will include study of communication, health promotion, mental health, and professional health care practice. Units are designed to give an excellent foundation for progression to university to study nursing (all branches), midwifery and allied health professions, such as paramedic practice and physiotherapy.

Duration

The course is full-time over an academic year (32 weeks). This course is delivered online.

Teaching methods & delivery

This course is delivered online. The programme delivery method includes online lectures and seminars, and a good level of student participation is expected. You will be expected to make presentations throughout the course to develop your presentation skills.

Assessments

Assessment may take the form of written reports, essays, controlled tests, logbooks, and presentations. Assessment will take place both during and at the end of each unit as appropriate. Graded units will be awarded as Distinction, Merit or Pass. At the end of the course, you will be given a transcript listing all 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 Access Health Science Professions Diploma is an ideal stepping stone for anyone wanting to gain the basic knowledge and skills that underpin a successful career in the health sector, whatever field of study you choose to take for your next steps.

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.