01325 461315
Queen Elizabeth
Sixth Form College
Vane Terrace, Darlington DL3 7AU
[email protected] www.qeliz.ac.uk
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College actively promotes
equal opportunity, values diversity and encourages mutual
respect in all relationships.
We will:
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Promote equal opportunity for all regardless of such
characteristics as gender, disability, race, sexual
orientation, religion or belief and age.
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Treat all students with courtesy and respect.
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Challenge unsuitable behaviour which offends or
discriminates against fellow students and/or members
of staff.
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Make sure individual learning needs are met
throughout the course, with opportunities for students
to feed back on their progress.
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Make sure the premises we use are accessible, safe,
clean and suitable for purpose.
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Provide information for students, written in plain
English. Information can be requested in large print,
Braille, other languages and audio formats.
A copy of the College’s Equality and Diversity policy is
available upon request or on the website www.qeliz.ac.uk
Please contact the College if you would like this information to be in large print,
braille or in another language
A warm welcome to Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s
“Access to Higher Education” prospectus. We are very proud
of our record of success for adult students studying
at QE.
We are delighted that you are interested in becoming a
student here and we hope that you find the information in
this booklet useful.
For many years, we have enabled adult students from a
variety of backgrounds to achieve Access qualifications to
allow progression to higher education. Our success and
popularity as a College are built upon our commitment to
providing our students with the best possible teaching and
highest possible standards of support and guidance.
We look forward to meeting you in the future.
Anita Blackburn
Janet Hillyard
Mary Smith
Vice Principal
Community & Students
Adult & Community
Education Co-ordinator
Adult
Guidance Tutor
Access to Higher Education
Suitable combinations of subjects allow you to progress to a wide variety
of higher education degree courses.
What is the Access Course?
The Access Course is a programme of study for mature students students who have been out of education for some time. It leads to the
nationally recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma for entry to
university in this country.
The course can be used to enhance your career prospects - the Access
course is especially designed for mature students who are returning to
study. We offer a combination of daytime and evening classes to suit
your individual needs
What are the entry requirements?
See individual subjects for their entry requirements. When we receive
your application we will invite you into College for an informal
discussion with one of our experienced adult guidance staff.
What will you do on the course?
To achieve the full Access Diploma you will study three modules
over one or two years. This qualifies you for university entrance and
gives you the nationally recognised diploma. Each module requires
approximately three hours attendance at College each week and you
are expected to spend time completing private study. As the courses
are intensive, full attendance of lessons is essential in order for you to
be successful. If you are a daytime student you will also have tutorial
sessions. Wherever possible, daytime classes are timetabled between
9.30am and 3.00pm to enable children to be taken to and collected
from school. Full details of the modules are enclosed. To achieve
the full Access Diploma, you will also need to complete the Study
Skills Module which will be completed alongside one of your subject
modules.
Access to Higher Education
How is the course assessed?
You are fully supported by your teachers so don’t worry about this. Much
of the assessment is by coursework, assignments and written projects
throughout the year however in some modules there are end of course
examinations.
What does it cost?
Students who are 24 or older
You can apply for an FE loan from April 2014. The amount of the loan
will cover 100% of the cost of your course. You can go to the College’s
website for further information on loans - www.qeliz.ac.uk/24+
Advanced Learning Loans.
Students who are between the age of 19 - 23
There are tuition and examination fees but if you are in receipt of
certain benefits or if you have a certain educational profile, your
fees may be significantly reduced. For students on low income, the
College’s Learner Support Fund can provide assistance with resources.
Full details of the College’s fees are available on request.
Benefit entitlement?
If you are in receipt of benefits they will not be affected as long as you
fulfil the conditions for receiving them. We can offer advice on this.
What do you do now?
If you are interested, read on to find out more about the modules. The
course begins in September but we are enrolling students now. We
recommend early application.
If you require a College application form, further information or advice
about Access or other courses, financial support and benefits, careers
guidance or Higher Education opportunities, please contact:
Mary Smith, Adult Guidance Tutor, Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
Vane Terrace, Darlington, DL3 7AU
Telephone: 01325 461315 • Fax: 01325 361705
Email: [email protected] • www.qeliz.ac.uk
• Course of Study at QE
Access:Psychology
IT
English Language
Teaching
Observation
Jewel Adlington
• What I’m doing now
I am in the first year at York
St. John University studying a
degree in Primary Education. I
then hope to teach in a Primary
school.
• Comments About Your
Experience at the College
All the access teachers are
really supportive and helpful
in preparing you for university
and they all make the lessons
interesting. It’s really rewarding
when you get your grades and
the hard work pays off.
Phisit Jansopha
• Course of Study at QE
Access:Law
English Language
Psychology
• What I’m doing now
I’m at Portsmouth University
studing Television &
Broadcasting. My ultimate
goal is to be working as a
Cinematographer for films and
TV shows.
• Comments About Your
Experience at the College
I had a really good time at
College. I’m not really a “geeky”
type of person but I love
learning new things. Help was
always available at QE if you
needed it.
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Course of Study at QE
Access:English Language
Applied Mathematics
Business Studies
•
What I’m doing now
After completing a one year
Foundation Degree in Art &
Design at the University of Central
Lancashire I have gone on to the
first year of a fashion degree course
there.
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Comments About Your Experience
at the College
I found my experience really
enjoyable, the tutor guidance is
absolutely brilliant and thanks to
their encouragement helped me
with university and career choices
and I now know what I want to do
for the rest of my life and hope to
be really successful. I really enjoyed
the experience.
Rahil Rahimi
Andrew James
• Course of Study at QE
Access: Applied Mathematics
English Language
Human Biology
• What I’m doing now
I’m studying Adult Nursing at
Teesside University
• Comments About Your
Experience at the College
It was one the the best
experiences of my life. I
enjoyed meeting new people.
I really recommend QE to
everyone
Destinations
Where are they now?
A selection of students who have recently
completed their Access Course.
Jewel Adlington
Primary Education
York St John College
Cheryl Armstrong
Forensic Science Teesside University
Hazel Bicknell Food Nutrition & Health
Science
Teesside University
Jack Blackwell
University of Hull
Accounting Linzi Brooks
English with Educational
Studies
University of Hull
Kayleigh Brown
Nursing Studies,
Registered Nurse
Northumbria University
Jennifer Dodd
Forensic Biology
Teesside University
Michael Dow
Social Policy
Garry Fishpool
Maths Christopher Harbin
International Management
Marie Hamilton
Human Resource
Management
Aislinn Hart
Psychology & Counselling Vikki Hearst
English Language &
Literature
University of Bristol
University of Glamorgan
Teesside University
Northumbria University
Teesside University
De Montfort University
Michael Hind
Biomedical Sciences
Newcastle University
Christopher Hossell
History & Theology &
Religious Studies
York St John University
Andrew Houghton
Primary Education Harry Hurhangee
Computer Science
Fizz Jansopha
Television & Broadcasting
Edge Hill College of
Higher Education
University of Brighton
University of Portsmouth
Destinations
Where are they now?
A selection of students who have recently
completed their Access Course.
Patrick Kay
Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan
University
Ross Mackenzie-Wood Events Management
University of Huddersfield
Saleem Madhvani
Accounting & Finance
Lori McDine
English Language
Alex Moore
Quantity Surveying
Laura Povall
Physiotherapy
Teesside University
Yashna Ramtohul
Nursing
Teesside University
Victoria Robinson
Psychology
Jayni Rundle
Film & Television
Production
Andrew Sanderson Media &
Communications
Malcolm Sanderson History
University of Southampton
Newcastle University
Northumbria University
Teesside University
Teesside University
University of Greenwich
Teesside University
John Slavin
Multimedia Journalism
Teesside University
Adele Smith
Midwifery Studies
Teesside University
Patrick Stead
English Language
Ellie Townson
English & Education
Studies
Louise Wade
Psychology
Grace Watson
Nursing Studies
(Adult)
Jade Webster
Anthropology
Sarah Worth
History
University Central Lancashire
Sheffield Hallam University
London Metropolitan University
Northumbria University
Durham University
Newcastle University
Destinations
Employment after the Access course & university
Laura Povall
Physiotherapist
with County Durham and Darlington
Foundation Trust.
Jonathan Atkinson
Teacher
Natalie Cook
Primary Teaching
Lori Brown
Working with children
Melissa Stanford
Working in pensions industry
Christopher Musson
Assistant Quantity Surveyer
Teaching Sociology and Health and Social
Care in a high school in Manchester
Manchester Met - Year 1
Working in schools with children with
speech and language impairments
at Robertson Construction
Ruth Hawkeswood
Retirement Housing group
Emme Shafto
Senior Radiographer
at North Tees Hospital
Modules currently available
• Statistical & Mathematical Methods (SAMM)
• English Language & Literature
•History
•Biology
•Law
•Psychology
•Sociology
• Study Skills
Subjects
Statistical & Mathematical Methods (SAMM)
This module offers a Level 3 qualification in Mathematics which will develop
skills relevant to many different disciplines in Higher Education. You will find
the course varied, interesting and challenging.
The emphasis is on learning and applying a range of mathematical methods
with the aid of a calculator. Advice will be given at the start of the course
regarding the purchase of an appropriate calculator.
Entry requirements: GCSE Maths grade C or above.
This course is offered during the day.
English Language & Literature
This module will introduce you to the key features of English language. You will
explore the way writers and speakers adapt language and structure according to
their purpose. You will look at everyday examples of language and ‘deconstruct’
them – you will also draw on personal experience, observing the spoken
and written language around you! You will develop your skills of analysis in a
supportive group atmosphere. There will be emphasis on discussion, group work
and oral presentation as well as on independent research.
Entry requirements: GCSE English grade C or above.
This course is offered during the day and also on an evening Thursday 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Subjects
History
The History module will develop your understanding of history and give you
the skills and confidence necessary for the advanced study of the subject.
It will enable you to demonstrate an understanding of the past through
explanation and analysis and to make informed judgements of historical
concepts and contexts within a specific period. You will examine a range of
historical sources, consider historical controversies and produce a number of
pieces of work (one of which will be a local study).
The standard is Advanced Level for university entrance so previous experience
of History is helpful but not essential. You should have a reasonable standard
of communication and an enthusiasm for the subject.
Entry requirements: GCSE English grade C or above.
This is an evening course - Monday 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Biology
The course provides a foundation for study at a higher level in biological
sciences or health studies. While on the course you will develop a knowledge
and understanding of cell biology and human physiology; an understanding
of the basic chemical concepts involved in metabolic and physiological
process; laboratory skills and the ability to analyse and present data.
Previous experience in the Science/Biology field is a huge advantage. Students
should note that most university midwifery courses require a distinction in
Human Biology Access. Entry requirements: GCSE Science grade C or above.
This course is offered during the day and also on an evening Thursday 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
Subjects
Law
Law is an integral part of life, existing in almost everything we do. Law
embraces activities as varied as the crime of bigamy to the law on clinical
negligence and copyright. The legal system is undergoing a period of
enormous change and new areas of law are emerging in the 21st Century.
This course aims to provide you with an appreciation of the role that law plays
in modern life and an understanding of the legal system. More importantly, it
aims to develop core legal skills that will equip you for study at degree level.
Entry requirements: GCSE English grade C or above.
This is an evening course - Monday 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
Psychology
Fascinated by human behaviour and want to find out more?
Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. It is a rapidly growing subject
which pervades all areas of life, from work and family relationships to the
normal, and sometimes abnormal, workings of the brain. This course aims to
give an introduction to the subject and to develop skills of analysis, evaluation
and investigation of Psychology to the standard of university entrance.
To study this course you need no prior understanding of Psychology.
Entry requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or above.
This course is offered during the day and also on an evening Monday 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
Subjects
Sociology
Are you interested in the study of society and the different groups which
make up modern-day societies.
The Access Course is an interesting and challenging academic course of
study which introduces students to sociological theories and concepts. The
content of the course also encourages an awareness of current issues and
long-standing themes in human social behaviour. Students who wish to take
the course do not need any previous knowledge of Sociology
Entry qualification: GCSE English grade C or above.
This course is offered during the day
Study Skills & Further Study Skills
This module is an advanced study skills programme providing you with
the opportunity to acquire and develop the necessary study skills to work
successfully in Higher Education.
Please note that this module is compulsory for any student wishing to gain
the full Access Diploma (3 modules plus Study Skills). It cannot be chosen as
a module on its own
ASSESSMENT
The evidence for the Learning Outcomes will be demonstrated via a portfolio.
You will be supported by your tutor in completing this.
Study Skills
Additional Information
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s Access Course is validated by Ascentis.
To attain the nationally recognised diploma students must pass three
modules and the Study Skills Module. The grades achieved are as follows:
Pass
Merit
Distinction
Successful Access students are looked upon favourably by university
admissions tutors. Courses may be cancelled if insufficient numbers enrol.
The structure of all modules is currently being
reviewed and there may be some changes
to the details given here.
01325 461315
Vane Terrace, Darlington DL3 7AU
[email protected] www.qeliz.ac.uk
The College actively promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity