Course Details
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NQ Intermediate 1, 2 and Higher Access to Social Sciences

SCQF Level 5 - 6

Year 1

This is an introductory course for those wishing to study social science subjects. It is ideal for those who would like to gain qualifications to improve further study options.

Year 2

You will study a combination of social science subjects and core skills at Intermediate 2 or Higher Level.

What You Study

Year 1

  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • History
  • Statistics
  • Communication Level 5
  • Personal Development – Self and Work

Year 2

  • Psychology Intermediate 2
  • Sociology Higher
  • History Higher
  • Philosophy – single unit Intermediate 2
  • NC Communication – Higher
  • Statistics for Social Science
  • Literature 1
  • Personal Development Planning

Duration and Attendance

One or Two Years Full-time

Entry Requirements

Year 1

4 Standard Grades at Grade 3 or 4 (including English at 3), or 4 Intermediate 1 passes at Grade C or above including English.

Year 2

4 Standard Grades at Grade 1 or 2, or 4 Intermediate 2 passes and/or Highers at Grade C or above. Entry into Higher subjects will normally require Intermediate 2 passes or Standard Grades at Credit level in the appropriate subjects.

An interview is an integral part of the recruitment process for this programme.

Further Study

After Year 1

  • Access to Social Sciences Year 2
  • Highers Programme Year 2

After Year 2

  • HNC/D Social Sciences
  • HNC Police Studies
  • Various HNC/D programmes
  • Degree study

Career Opportunities

  • Public Service
  • Retail
  • Care
  • Finance
  • Community Education
  • Administration

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Note Starts Ends Based at Apply
Full Time 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course full
Part Time Day 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Full Time Intermediate Stream 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Full Time Higher Stream 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Part Time Day 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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