Access to Higher Education
Pre-Access to Computing - Level 2 - Part-Time
Our Pre-Access to Computing course is designed to provide mature (19+) learners with essential knowledge and skills that will support progression into a full Access to Higher Education course or employment within a range of disciplines related to computing.
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Course Description
This course, which will run one day a week, will also give learners the opportunity to enhance their maths and English skills. Learners will also have study skills (e.g. writing skills and spelling skills, critical thinking, research skills etc.) sessions to aid the transition of getting back into education.
Units could include:
- Introducing Computer Studies
- Data Management and Database Software
- IT Software Fundamentals
- Optimising IT System Performance
- Website Software
- Career Development and Employability
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Entry Requirements
Whilst this course has no official entry requirements, an interview will be required and learners will be asked to demonstrate an interest to progress within the area.
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Course Length
How long is this course?
1 year
When does this course start?
01/09/2025
How many hours / days per week is this course?
This course will run every Wednesday from 9:00am-3:00pm
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Course Fees
Age Cost 19+ £620 Fee information
Adult (19+) learners
Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.
Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan
If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.
Please note the information on this page was correct at the time of publication but is subject to change due to factors beyond our control. -
Additional Information
What qualification will I achieve?
- NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Employment and Study in Business and Computing
- You will also get the opportunity to work towards a GCSE or functional skills qualifications in English and / or Maths if you do not have these already.
How is my course assessed?
Learners will be assessed with written assignments, group work and by demonstrating an understanding of the unit