This Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) course is for adults with few or no formal qualifications. The emphasis of the course is on giving you skills needed to enable you to progress to university or HNC level in either teaching or social science. The course covers modern studies, psychology,sociology, maths, communication, history and preparation for higher education.
Qualification
SCQF Level 6
Study mode
Full-Time
Start date
28/08/2023
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career in teaching or social science. It will suit adult returners or those looking to change career or progress into the industry.
You'll learn the skills needed to gain a qualification to progress to a course at university or HNC level. You'll study Communication 4, Maths National 5, information technology, modern studies and psychology.
Options include:
You can do these at:
Closed and open book assessments.
This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience to progress to university study in social science or teaching. You'll be taught by lecturers who are qualified as teachers, and who have worked in the sector. Through our connections with employers and universities you'll get the chance of site visits and an insight into the sector.
This course leads to jobs/roles in:
One or more of the following:
Interview, with professional reference and essay discussed.