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Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway
Your Diploma at a Glance
- Equivalent to 3 A-Levels
- Get prepared for university
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Go on to study an English-related degree
- Delivered entirely online
- No exams
About Your Diploma
A strong grasp of English, both in writing and speaking, can lead to a rewarding career in a variety of fields. Whether you're interested in pursuing a creative writing career or aiming to teach English at the secondary level, a solid grounding in the subject will serve you well in higher education.
The Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway is an excellent choice if you’re looking to study English, marketing, history, creative writing, or a related field at university.
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics, including how community, history, and culture shape literature, techniques for analysing short stories, and gender differences in language use. You’ll also study poetic techniques and the adaptation of literary texts into film.
A key component of the course is a study of William Shakespeare's methods and contributions to literature. In addition to these academic subjects, you will gain valuable study skills that will prepare you for university-level work.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are specifically designed for students who wish to attend university but do not have A-Levels, as they are equivalent to three A-Levels. While most universities accept these diplomas, it’s advisable to check with your preferred institution to confirm their requirements. This course will provide a strong foundation for a range of degrees.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading distance learning providers, offering an extensive portfolio of courses spanning an array of industries and qualifications. When you enrol on our Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway course, you will be issued with an Individual Learning Plan.
This includes the submission deadlines for your assignments, helping you stay on track during your course. While you have set deadlines, you do have the freedom to study around your existing commitments. As long as you meet your deadlines, the manner in which you study is up to you!
As soon as you enrol, you will be given access to our industry-leading online platform, which will contain all the course materials you need to complete the course. Experienced tutors and our Access Support Team will be on hand to help you through your studies.
On average, our learners take 9-12 months to secure their diploma, but you have two years to complete the course. This is a much faster route to take than studying traditional A Levels, which can take up to one year to achieve.
On successful completion of the Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway, (QAA aim code: 40012888), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. 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.
An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.
To study an Access to HE Diploma you must be resident in the UK and have a UK postcode.
You must hold Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths, or be working towards them alongside studying your Access to Higher Education Diploma.
University Entry Criteria
It must be reiterated that each university will set its own admission criteria. So, you must check with your desired institution if your Access to HE Diploma and other qualifications will be accepted.
In many cases, to get started on courses at university, you will need:
- A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade
- A face-to-face interview at the university
- Literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
- Course-related work placements or work experience
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 such as Functional Skills/Key Skills, etc.)
It is your responsibility to check that your Access to HE Diploma will be accepted as part of these entry requirements for your chosen degree. Stonebridge will not be held accountable if completing this Access to Higher Education Diploma doesn’t secure you a position with a higher education institution.
Minimum Age Restriction
This course is ideally suited to those who have completed full-time education but have not achieved the grades required to get into university.
Average Completion Timeframe
The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 9-12 months.
Assessment Requirements
A range of assessment methodologies are used, including: academic report, essay, journal article, portfolio, presentation (video and audio recording), research report, academic writing skills tasks
Exams Required
There are no exams included in the assessment of the course.
Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Additional Requirements
Learners must be actively studying for a minimum of six months before results can be ratified and certificates ordered. The six month period does not start until you have passed unit 2 of your course and you must be submitting assignments regularly (in line with the deadlines in your Individual Learning Plan) to meet this six month requirement. Certificates can only be issued once your course is paid for in full.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 12-16 weeks from your final assignment being marked and graded, depending on the time of year. You will be provided with regular updates throughout the certification process so that you are fully informed of your individual timeframes.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Module 1: Academic Writing Skills
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to structure a written response
- Be able to develop a structured response to a plan
- Be able to present the response appropriately for audience and purpose
- Understand how to apply academic writing principles to own work
Module 2: Reading and Note Making
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand the use of language in terms of the purpose and context of a range of texts
- Be able to use methods for developing notes from a range of sources
Module 3: Texts and Genres
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Identify and understand the genre conventions of a variety of texts, such as poetry, prose, essays and letters
- Understand a range of literary features
- Demonstrate awareness of the relationship between literary texts and social issues
Module 4: The Influence of Community, History and Culture on Text
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand linguistic devices employed in oral and written texts
- Understand the historical and cultural factors influencing texts
- Understand the effects of community on language
Module 5: Industrialisation in Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the conditions which encouraged industrialisation in Britain
- Understand perspectives on the causes of industrialisation
Module 6: Literature: The Novel
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand structure and plot within the novel
- Understand themes in the novel
- Understand the use of language in the novel
- Understand the significance of characterisation within the novel
- Understand the significance of setting within the novel
- Understand the significance of the various contexts within which novels are written
- Be able to apply a critical perspective to a novel
Module 7: Literature: Shakespeare
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the interpretative nature of text and performance
- Be able to discuss text using relevant literary terminology
- Understand theatrical conventions
- Understand the significance of cultural, social and Historical influences on both producers and audiences
Module 8: Analysing Short Stories
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the skills needed to analyse short stories
- Understand the significance of context in short stories
- Understand how literary criticism can be used to develop a response to short stories
Module 9: Social and Economic Change in 19th Century Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand agricultural change and the development of industrialisation in 19th century Britain
- Understand the causes and effects of rapid urban growth in 19th century Britain
- Understand the development of social and political protest in 19th century Britain
Module 10: Male and Female Speech
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understanding the features of male and female speech
- Understand theories and approaches to male and female speech
Module 11: Film Adaptations
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand how to translate written narrative into film
- Be able to produce a storyboard or script employing the editorial conventions of mainstream narrative film
- Be able to evaluate a visual representation which has been translated from written text
- Understand the relative signification processes of written and film texts
Module 12: Literature: Poetry Analysis
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand meaning in poetry
- Be able to apply literary terminology to discuss poetry
- Understand the influence of context on the production and reception of poetry
- Be able to critically review a range of poetry
Module 13: Writing an English Studies Essay
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to plan an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
- Be able to write an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
Module 14: Social Media and the Use and Change in Language
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to write an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
- Understand the impact of social media usage on language
- Understand the role of social media in shaping public discourse and opinion
Module 15: Literature: Dramatic Text
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the subject and theme of plays
- Understand the writers’ use of language
- Understand dramatic structure and technique in dramatic text
- Understand and use concepts and critical terms which are key in the study of drama
- Understand dramatic texts in relation to political, social, cultural and historical contexts
A range of units make up this qualification, with an assignment at the end of each. You will submit your work to your tutor for marking and tailored feedback. You must acquire 60 credits in total in order to achieve the Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway. Of these credits, 45 will be taken from graded units which focus on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 come from ungraded units included to help you to improve your academic writing and study skills.
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.
OUR PASS RATE
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
83%
(National Average 77.1%)
Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway
Your Diploma at a Glance
- Equivalent to 3 A-Levels
- Get prepared for university
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Go on to study an English-related degree
- Delivered entirely online
- No exams
About Your Diploma
A strong grasp of English, both in writing and speaking, can lead to a rewarding career in a variety of fields. Whether you're interested in pursuing a creative writing career or aiming to teach English at the secondary level, a solid grounding in the subject will serve you well in higher education.
The Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway is an excellent choice if you’re looking to study English, marketing, history, creative writing, or a related field at university.
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics, including how community, history, and culture shape literature, techniques for analysing short stories, and gender differences in language use. You’ll also study poetic techniques and the adaptation of literary texts into film.
A key component of the course is a study of William Shakespeare's methods and contributions to literature. In addition to these academic subjects, you will gain valuable study skills that will prepare you for university-level work.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are specifically designed for students who wish to attend university but do not have A-Levels, as they are equivalent to three A-Levels. While most universities accept these diplomas, it’s advisable to check with your preferred institution to confirm their requirements. This course will provide a strong foundation for a range of degrees.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading distance learning providers, offering an extensive portfolio of courses spanning an array of industries and qualifications. When you enrol on our Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway course, you will be issued with an Individual Learning Plan.
This includes the submission deadlines for your assignments, helping you stay on track during your course. While you have set deadlines, you do have the freedom to study around your existing commitments. As long as you meet your deadlines, the manner in which you study is up to you!
As soon as you enrol, you will be given access to our industry-leading online platform, which will contain all the course materials you need to complete the course. Experienced tutors and our Access Support Team will be on hand to help you through your studies.
On average, our learners take 9-12 months to secure their diploma, but you have two years to complete the course. This is a much faster route to take than studying traditional A Levels, which can take up to one year to achieve.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 77.1%)
83%
On successful completion of the Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway, (QAA aim code: 40012888), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. 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.
An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.
Module 1: Academic Writing Skills
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to structure a written response
- Be able to develop a structured response to a plan
- Be able to present the response appropriately for audience and purpose
- Understand how to apply academic writing principles to own work
Module 2: Reading and Note Making
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand the use of language in terms of the purpose and context of a range of texts
- Be able to use methods for developing notes from a range of sources
Module 3: Texts and Genres
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Identify and understand the genre conventions of a variety of texts, such as poetry, prose, essays and letters
- Understand a range of literary features
- Demonstrate awareness of the relationship between literary texts and social issues
Module 4: The Influence of Community, History and Culture on Text
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand linguistic devices employed in oral and written texts
- Understand the historical and cultural factors influencing texts
- Understand the effects of community on language
Module 5: Industrialisation in Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the conditions which encouraged industrialisation in Britain
- Understand perspectives on the causes of industrialisation
Module 6: Literature: The Novel
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand structure and plot within the novel
- Understand themes in the novel
- Understand the use of language in the novel
- Understand the significance of characterisation within the novel
- Understand the significance of setting within the novel
- Understand the significance of the various contexts within which novels are written
- Be able to apply a critical perspective to a novel
Module 7: Literature: Shakespeare
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the interpretative nature of text and performance
- Be able to discuss text using relevant literary terminology
- Understand theatrical conventions
- Understand the significance of cultural, social and Historical influences on both producers and audiences
Module 8: Analysing Short Stories
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the skills needed to analyse short stories
- Understand the significance of context in short stories
- Understand how literary criticism can be used to develop a response to short stories
Module 9: Social and Economic Change in 19th Century Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand agricultural change and the development of industrialisation in 19th century Britain
- Understand the causes and effects of rapid urban growth in 19th century Britain
- Understand the development of social and political protest in 19th century Britain
Module 10: Male and Female Speech
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understanding the features of male and female speech
- Understand theories and approaches to male and female speech
Module 11: Film Adaptations
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand how to translate written narrative into film
- Be able to produce a storyboard or script employing the editorial conventions of mainstream narrative film
- Be able to evaluate a visual representation which has been translated from written text
- Understand the relative signification processes of written and film texts
Module 12: Literature: Poetry Analysis
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand meaning in poetry
- Be able to apply literary terminology to discuss poetry
- Understand the influence of context on the production and reception of poetry
- Be able to critically review a range of poetry
Module 13: Writing an English Studies Essay
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to plan an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
- Be able to write an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
Module 14: Social Media and the Use and Change in Language
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to write an essay about a topic from the field of English Literature or English Language
- Understand the impact of social media usage on language
- Understand the role of social media in shaping public discourse and opinion
Module 15: Literature: Dramatic Text
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the subject and theme of plays
- Understand the writers’ use of language
- Understand dramatic structure and technique in dramatic text
- Understand and use concepts and critical terms which are key in the study of drama
- Understand dramatic texts in relation to political, social, cultural and historical contexts
A range of units make up this qualification, with an assignment at the end of each. You will submit your work to your tutor for marking and tailored feedback. You must acquire 60 credits in total in order to achieve the Access to Humanities and Social Sciences – English Studies Pathway. Of these credits, 45 will be taken from graded units which focus on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 come from ungraded units included to help you to improve your academic writing and study skills.
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.
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