This course is for those who want to learn about competing views, perspectives, theories and evidence from social science subjects such as psychology, sociology and philosophy. It's designed to prepare students for university. It is for anyone who has been out of formal education for three years, or five years if they have higher-level or equivalent qualifications.
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The course includes:
You will have chance to gain knowledge and understanding which will help you progress on to more advanced courses.
Our SWAP courses help prepare you for university, with 97% of the students that progressed to university in 2018 successfully completing their first year.
This course incorporates a very diverse range of subjects allowing you the opportunity to gain an understanding of your interests.
The course is hard work but it is one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had.
Fiona Duncan, NQ Access to Social Science (SWAP)
I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my course and my college experience. I wouldn't change a thing about it.
Don Brown, NQ Access to Social Science (SWAP)
The recommended requirements are:
If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.
Education: HNC social sciences or other suitable HNC courses. SWAP students can progress to a university degree-level course in humanities, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Policy, Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, History, Landscape Architecture, English Literature, Politics, Philosophy, Journalism, Anthropology. Our previous students have progressed onto courses at The University of Edinburgh, The University of Stirling and Edinburgh Napier University.
If you are invited for an interview, plan to be in college for around two hours. Please bring evidence of your qualifications and the following prepared personal statement (maximum 300 words):
The interview involves:
There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more
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