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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities)
This Course at a Glance
- Examine the origins of humanity and culture
- Work towards a career in law, politics, writing or the arts
- Develop skills in persuasion, argument building and logical thinking
- 100% online – no classes
- Qualification possible within a year
- Study a degree without A Levels
- No exams
About your Diploma
If you would class yourself as a history enthusiast, and the origins of humanity, culture and language intrigue you, you can indulge your interests by studying humanities.
When you think of how humans have evolved in separate nations and communities all over the globe, it begs the question of how they made sense of the world prior to having access to the research and information we have today.
By studying the numerous moral, intellectual and spiritual perspectives different groups hold, and the external influences that have shaped them, we can better understand how they came to make judgements and decisions throughout history. All of this enables us to answer questions about the human race, past and present, from a more educated standpoint.
Understanding why people think and act the way they do is an incredibly desirable trait, something which employers in marketing, politics and the legal sector are crying out for.
By completing an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities), you will gain a regulated qualification that allows you to study humanities at university. After which, you will have a higher level academic qualification that enables you to pursue people-centric roles in a variety of professions.
During your Access to HE Diploma, you will examine many elements of human culture and behaviours, from crime and deviance to the impact social changes have had on societies. The course also teaches you about political ideologies, the role of the media in human behaviours and perspectives, as well as the factors that affect language internationally.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities) is a Level 3 nationally recognised qualification, that is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
You can complete this course over two years, but the flexibility of online learning means most of our students finish their Access to Higher Education Diploma within 9-12 months. Being an online course, it also enables you to study from the comfort of home and around your existing commitments.
You will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments to keep you on track throughout your studies.
*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities. It’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.
Qualification: Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities)
On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities), (QAA ref = 40014691), 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.
Requirements for Entry
Anyone wishing to continue their education with an Access to Higher Education Diploma, it is necessary they have a GCSE Grade A-C in maths and English (or Functional Skills Level 2 or new GCSE Grade 4-9) with a desire to continue a related degree at university. If you do not hold these qualifications then you must be working towards them whilst completing your Access to HE Diploma.
Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas fulfil entry criteria for a broad range of university degrees and can be used in conjunction with the standard UCAS application process. In short, Access to HE Diplomas have a track record of helping learners get to the university and degree of their choice. Learners must bear in mind each university has its own set of admission criteria and places are subject to demand. Varying admission criteria can include but are not limited to the following:
- Number of credits to be attained at merit or distinction level.
- Successfully passing a face-to-face interview at the University.
- Passing a University’s proprietary literacy and numeracy assessments.
- Completion of specified work placements or work experience.
- GCSE Grade A-C (new system 4-9) in maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 such as Functional Skills).
Learners must undertake their own research to ensure their Diploma gives them the best possible chance of gaining entry to their university of choice. It is not possible for Stonebridge Associated Colleges to accept any liability if any Access to Higher Education Diploma student fails to secure an offer from a higher education institution.
Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.
Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.
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 healthcare 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. learndirect 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 poster, academic report, essay, case study analysis, 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.
Unit 1: Social Media and the use and change in Language
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the use of language in social media
- Understand the impact of social media on language
Unit 2: Analysing a Short Story
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand narrative techniques of a short story
- Be able to analyse the use of language in a short story
- Understand the influence of social and historical factors on the text of a short story
Unit 3: Film Adaptations
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand how to translate written narrative into film
- Be able to produce a storyboard or script with reference to mainstream narrative film
- Understand the translation of written word to visual representation
- Understand the relative signification processes of written and film texts
Unit 4: Themes, Plotlines and Character development in Shakespearian Plays
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the main themes of a Shakespeare play
- Understand the plot structure of a Shakespeare play
- Understand character development and expression in a chosen Shakespeare play
- Be able to analyse a Shakespeare play in terms of imagery, mood, and dramatic tension
- Understand the social and historical context of a Shakespeare play
Unit 5: Male and Female Speech
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understanding the features of male and female speech
- Understand theories and approaches of male and female speech
Unit 6: 18th and 19th Century Public Health
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand 18th Century urban development and public health
- Understand public health issues in the 19th Century
- Understand the attempts to manage public health issues during the 19th Century
Unit 7: 1914-1939 How Britain Changed
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the impact of World War 1 on society in Britain
- Understand the state’s approach to unemployment, housing, and health issues during 1918 – 1939 and how these issues impacted on British society
- Understand changes in British family life, and leisure during the period of 1918-1939
Unit 8: An Examination of British Industrial Change during the period of 1700 1850
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the pattern of industry and urban society during the period of 1700-1760
- Understand industrial change in Britain c1760-1850
- Understand the impact of industrial change in Britain by the year 1850
Unit 9: Theories of Late 19th Century Imperialism and its impact on Africa
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand some of the economic implications of late 19th Century imperialism
- Understand the political and social theories of imperialism in the late 19th Century
- Understand the impact of late 19th Century imperialism on Africa
Unit 10: Fundamentals of Political Ideology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the key elements of a political ideology
- Understand a range of different political ideologies
- Understand the impact of political ideologies
Unit 11: Biological and Psychological approaches to Stress
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand potential physiological and psychological stress responses
- Understand research into the link between stress and illness
- Understand an example of psychological and biological stress reduction strategies
Unit 12: Interpersonal Relationships
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand theories of interpersonal relationships
- Understand explanations relating to the stages of relationships using research
- Understand the effects of interpersonal relationships on the individual
Unit 13: A Sociological Perspective of the Mass Media
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand power, ownership, and control of the mass media
- Understand sociological perspectives of role of the mass media
- Understand the concept of news as a social construct
- Understand how the media presents stereotypes
Unit 14: Defining, Measuring and Explaining Poverty
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand different definitions of poverty
- Understand poverty measurement methods
- Understand the extent of poverty in the UK today
- Understand different sociological explanations of poverty
Unit 15: Exploring Theories of Crime and Deviancy
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able explain of crime and deviance from a range of viewpoints
- Understand the social structural theoretical basis of crime and deviance
- Understand the media’s influence on perceptions of crime or deviance
Unit 16: Exploring The Analysis of a Novel
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to analyse the features of a novel
- Be able to analyse a range of literary techniques in a novel
- Be able to analyse the context of a novel
Unit 17: Exploring an Introduction to Psychological Research and Approaches
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand scientific research methods in the field of psychology
- Understand different psychological approaches to explaining behaviour Understand ethical issues connected with psychological research
Unit 18: Planning and Writing an Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to select and assess appropriate source information in response to a task
- Be able to reference sources used in a recognised style
- Understand different reading strategies
- Be able to take effective notes
- Be able to plan, draft and produce a written assignment
Unit 19: Writing and Studying Academic Texts
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to write academically and with relevance
- Be able to interpret and express ideas in a piece of academic work
- Be able to analyse and summarise text, and appreciate the problems caused by plagiarism
Your work will be assessed through your end of unit assignments. These will provide you the opportunity to check up on your knowledge and advance. After each assignment, your tutor will offer feedback to help you not only progress further but also improve your skills. This Access to HE Diploma is a Level 3 Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) regulated qualification. To successfully achieve your qualification, you will need a total of 60 credits. Of these, 45 will come from graded units of academic content, while the following 15 will be drawn from ungraded units concerning study skills.
OUR PASS RATE
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
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(National Average 77.1%)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities)
This Course at a Glance
- Examine the origins of humanity and culture
- Work towards a career in law, politics, writing or the arts
- Develop skills in persuasion, argument building and logical thinking
- 100% online – no classes
- Qualification possible within a year
- Study a degree without A Levels
- No exams
About your Diploma
If you would class yourself as a history enthusiast, and the origins of humanity, culture and language intrigue you, you can indulge your interests by studying humanities.
When you think of how humans have evolved in separate nations and communities all over the globe, it begs the question of how they made sense of the world prior to having access to the research and information we have today.
By studying the numerous moral, intellectual and spiritual perspectives different groups hold, and the external influences that have shaped them, we can better understand how they came to make judgements and decisions throughout history. All of this enables us to answer questions about the human race, past and present, from a more educated standpoint.
Understanding why people think and act the way they do is an incredibly desirable trait, something which employers in marketing, politics and the legal sector are crying out for.
By completing an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities), you will gain a regulated qualification that allows you to study humanities at university. After which, you will have a higher level academic qualification that enables you to pursue people-centric roles in a variety of professions.
During your Access to HE Diploma, you will examine many elements of human culture and behaviours, from crime and deviance to the impact social changes have had on societies. The course also teaches you about political ideologies, the role of the media in human behaviours and perspectives, as well as the factors that affect language internationally.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities) is a Level 3 nationally recognised qualification, that is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
You can complete this course over two years, but the flexibility of online learning means most of our students finish their Access to Higher Education Diploma within 9-12 months. Being an online course, it also enables you to study from the comfort of home and around your existing commitments.
You will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments to keep you on track throughout your studies.
*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities. It’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 77.1%)
83%
Qualification: Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities)
On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities), (QAA ref = 40014691), 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.
Requirements for Entry
Anyone wishing to continue their education with an Access to Higher Education Diploma, it is necessary they have a GCSE Grade A-C in maths and English (or Functional Skills Level 2 or new GCSE Grade 4-9) with a desire to continue a related degree at university. If you do not hold these qualifications then you must be working towards them whilst completing your Access to HE Diploma.
Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas fulfil entry criteria for a broad range of university degrees and can be used in conjunction with the standard UCAS application process. In short, Access to HE Diplomas have a track record of helping learners get to the university and degree of their choice. Learners must bear in mind each university has its own set of admission criteria and places are subject to demand. Varying admission criteria can include but are not limited to the following:
- Number of credits to be attained at merit or distinction level.
- Successfully passing a face-to-face interview at the University.
- Passing a University’s proprietary literacy and numeracy assessments.
- Completion of specified work placements or work experience.
- GCSE Grade A-C (new system 4-9) in maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 such as Functional Skills).
Learners must undertake their own research to ensure their Diploma gives them the best possible chance of gaining entry to their university of choice. It is not possible for Stonebridge Associated Colleges to accept any liability if any Access to Higher Education Diploma student fails to secure an offer from a higher education institution.
Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.
Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.
Unit 1: Social Media and the use and change in Language
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the use of language in social media
- Understand the impact of social media on language
Unit 2: Analysing a Short Story
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand narrative techniques of a short story
- Be able to analyse the use of language in a short story
- Understand the influence of social and historical factors on the text of a short story
Unit 3: Film Adaptations
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand how to translate written narrative into film
- Be able to produce a storyboard or script with reference to mainstream narrative film
- Understand the translation of written word to visual representation
- Understand the relative signification processes of written and film texts
Unit 4: Themes, Plotlines and Character development in Shakespearian Plays
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the main themes of a Shakespeare play
- Understand the plot structure of a Shakespeare play
- Understand character development and expression in a chosen Shakespeare play
- Be able to analyse a Shakespeare play in terms of imagery, mood, and dramatic tension
- Understand the social and historical context of a Shakespeare play
Unit 5: Male and Female Speech
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understanding the features of male and female speech
- Understand theories and approaches of male and female speech
Unit 6: 18th and 19th Century Public Health
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand 18th Century urban development and public health
- Understand public health issues in the 19th Century
- Understand the attempts to manage public health issues during the 19th Century
Unit 7: 1914-1939 How Britain Changed
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the impact of World War 1 on society in Britain
- Understand the state’s approach to unemployment, housing, and health issues during 1918 – 1939 and how these issues impacted on British society
- Understand changes in British family life, and leisure during the period of 1918-1939
Unit 8: An Examination of British Industrial Change during the period of 1700 1850
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the pattern of industry and urban society during the period of 1700-1760
- Understand industrial change in Britain c1760-1850
- Understand the impact of industrial change in Britain by the year 1850
Unit 9: Theories of Late 19th Century Imperialism and its impact on Africa
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand some of the economic implications of late 19th Century imperialism
- Understand the political and social theories of imperialism in the late 19th Century
- Understand the impact of late 19th Century imperialism on Africa
Unit 10: Fundamentals of Political Ideology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the key elements of a political ideology
- Understand a range of different political ideologies
- Understand the impact of political ideologies
Unit 11: Biological and Psychological approaches to Stress
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand potential physiological and psychological stress responses
- Understand research into the link between stress and illness
- Understand an example of psychological and biological stress reduction strategies
Unit 12: Interpersonal Relationships
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand theories of interpersonal relationships
- Understand explanations relating to the stages of relationships using research
- Understand the effects of interpersonal relationships on the individual
Unit 13: A Sociological Perspective of the Mass Media
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand power, ownership, and control of the mass media
- Understand sociological perspectives of role of the mass media
- Understand the concept of news as a social construct
- Understand how the media presents stereotypes
Unit 14: Defining, Measuring and Explaining Poverty
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand different definitions of poverty
- Understand poverty measurement methods
- Understand the extent of poverty in the UK today
- Understand different sociological explanations of poverty
Unit 15: Exploring Theories of Crime and Deviancy
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able explain of crime and deviance from a range of viewpoints
- Understand the social structural theoretical basis of crime and deviance
- Understand the media’s influence on perceptions of crime or deviance
Unit 16: Exploring The Analysis of a Novel
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to analyse the features of a novel
- Be able to analyse a range of literary techniques in a novel
- Be able to analyse the context of a novel
Unit 17: Exploring an Introduction to Psychological Research and Approaches
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand scientific research methods in the field of psychology
- Understand different psychological approaches to explaining behaviour Understand ethical issues connected with psychological research
Unit 18: Planning and Writing an Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to select and assess appropriate source information in response to a task
- Be able to reference sources used in a recognised style
- Understand different reading strategies
- Be able to take effective notes
- Be able to plan, draft and produce a written assignment
Unit 19: Writing and Studying Academic Texts
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to write academically and with relevance
- Be able to interpret and express ideas in a piece of academic work
- Be able to analyse and summarise text, and appreciate the problems caused by plagiarism
Your work will be assessed through your end of unit assignments. These will provide you the opportunity to check up on your knowledge and advance. After each assignment, your tutor will offer feedback to help you not only progress further but also improve your skills. This Access to HE Diploma is a Level 3 Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) regulated qualification. To successfully achieve your qualification, you will need a total of 60 credits. Of these, 45 will come from graded units of academic content, while the following 15 will be drawn from ungraded units concerning study skills.
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