Leeds City College

About the course

The Diploma is a one year full time programme which is recognised by universities as an alternative to “A” levels for entry to many degree courses. The programme is designed to enable students to progress to study science and health related subjects at degree level.

The Diploma is divided into units grouped into subject areas for each of which you can gain credits. Interviews are held after January up to the start of the course which is usually in September.

What will I learn?

All units are class based and learning is facilitated by formal lectures, practical group work and ICT interaction. This diploma route is particularly relevant for those wishing to undertake degrees in Nursing or Midwifery. Subjects offered include:-

• Human Biology (core)
• Social Policy
• Psychology.
• Sociology.

More details on combinations and unit content can be discussed at the interview stage

How will I be assessed?

Assessment includes coursework and exams in two semesters over the year. Some units may include presentations.

All work is internally moderated and externally moderated by OCN assessors.

Skills you will develop

You will develop the academic skills, knowledge and understanding to enable you to progress to University and pursue a professional career of your choice.

What are the entry requirements?

You must be 19 years of age by 1st September in the year the course starts.

Formal qualifications are not always required but you must be able to show by your application and interview that you are able to benefit from studying at Level 3 (“A” level standard). You need to have a good standard of written English and all applicants will be required to take a written assessment.

It is desirable that you will have attained GCSE ‘C’ or above in English, maths and science prior to entry on the Access Diploma as these subjects are often required for degree level courses. If necessary, you may be able to study a GCSE or a Level 2 qualification alongside your diploma. Some universities will accept an alternative to GCSE.

About The Tutor

All tutors are fully experienced and qualified in their fields. Combining `real world’ and academic experience are able to offer this Adult returnees during their Access year..

Future Opportunities

The Diploma is designed to give successful students an alternative entry qualification and route to many Higher Education courses both locally and nationally including nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, radiography, biomedical sciences, dietetics, environmental health, food science and other science based subjects

Further information

Curriculum Leader – David Cross
Curriculum Area Manager – Declan Groves

Case Studies

`My year was one of the best ever. I applied for midwifery and now I’m in my second year at Leeds University. The time has flown by. The tutors were fantastic, really supportive. Coming back into education is difficult, however I got so much support and as they say, you get out what you put it! – I would recommend the course to everyone – I’ve also been invited back to talk with new students! JS class of 2009/10

How to apply/enrol

You can find out about all the options on our How to Apply page.

Contact

(Park Lane Campus) 0845 045 7275 / parklanecampus@leedscitycollege.ac.uk
(Horsforth Campus) 0845 045 7275 / parklanecampus@leedscitycollege.ac.uk
(Keighley Campus) 01535 685 000 / keighleycampus@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

More details

Fees: fees vary on basis of entitlement
Start Date: September 2012
Run-Day: 3 Days per week
Concessions: TBC
Guided Learning Hours: 13