· Are you 19 years or older? · Do you want a career in Healthcare? · Do you need a Level 3 Qualification to meet the entry requirements for University? On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Veterinary Science), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3 with 60 credits. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.
· You will need GCSE English at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) and GCSE Maths at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills).
· Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet entry requirements. They will also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9) for some courses, including a science for some pathways.
· As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course.
· You will also need to have your own laptop
· Modules include – 45 credits in Animal Behaviour, Biology and Chemistry and 15 credits in Study Skills
· Online course – You will have the opportunity to come into college for ‘drop-in’ support sessions with your course tutor who can provide guidance and support with your assignments.
· Your learning will be fully online and will be managed and supported using the innovative PEARL platform, with ongoing support from the experienced Access to HE curriculum team.
Date when the course starts:
10/09/2024
08/10/2024
28/01/2025
25/02/2025
25/03/2025
Your UCAS application for university entry will cost £28.50
Learning is assessed in a variety of methods to prepare you to study at university. These may include essays, report writing, online assessment, and presentations.
You must achieve 60 credits at Level 3 to be awarded the Access to HE Diploma:
Graded - 45 are Graded Credits in Academic Modules at Pass, Merit or Distinction
Ungraded: 15 are Ungraded Credits in Study Skills.
Learners who complete this qualification can progress to university for an Undergraduate Degree or Degree Apprenticeships
What are the career routes for this course?
Veterinary Nursing, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Behaviour, Zoology, Ecology, Conservation Management
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