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Combined Studies (Yr 1 of 2) (Level 3 Ulster University Access Diploma)

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Adult Learning (Access to Higher Education)

Course Overview

Designed for adults, the course will provide the opportunity to achieve an equivalence of 3 ‘A’ levels so that you can progress to higher level courses in further education or to university. You will have to commit to a high degree of independent study and reading, studying up to seven subjects. Students should preferably have a GCSE English Grade C or equivalent, and will also be asked to demonstrate a level of literacy and numeracy. Students without GCSE English or equivalent may be expected to undertake an Essential Skills Level 2 Literacy qualification in conjunction with their Access course.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2025
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    34 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Important Message

Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.

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  • Course: Ulster University Access Diploma in Combined Studies (Yr 1 of 2) Ref D005
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2025
    (Tue:6:15PM-9:45PM / Wed:6:15PM-9:45PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £435.00
    Concession £174.00
    Examination £167.00
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You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

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  • Site location Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Students will be required to provide evidence of a basic competence in English and Mathematics and be 19 years of age or over on 1 July in year of entry and have been away from full-time education for two years. Information meeting required. For the purpose of admission to HE study, as part of the full award of Access Diploma, a 20 credit L2 Mathematics module, which is passed at 40%, will be recognised by both Ulster University and Queen’s University Belfast as fulfilling requirements for passing GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4. Both the above Universities in Northern Ireland also accept the full Access award as providing evidence of competence in English Language, meeting the general entrance requirement for GCSE English

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Interview Required

Additional Information

The part-time Combined Studies Access course, which is an evening course that runs two evenings per week, allows you to select a pathway to take you into Higher Education or employment opportunities. Students must successfully complete Year 1 in order to proceed to Year 2. Year 1 subjects include; Communications, Mathematics, Study and Digital Skills. Year 2 subjects include; Sociology, History, English Literature and Business & Enterprise.

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    I plan to further my studies at university and move to Australia to become a Mechanical Design Engineer. I would 100% recommend my course. It has taught me what I need to know to succeed.
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    I studied the OCN Level 2 Award in Bakery & Patisserie. My course was delivered in the College's kitchens. There was a sense of community and a warm relaxing atmosphere throughout. If I was to describe my experience in 3 words it would be fun, exciting and therapeutic!
    Stephen McAteer (Limavady)

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