English for Teaching and University Entry (alternative to Higher English) SCQF Level 6

What is special about this course?

The course offers two modules which are accepted by many universities as an equivalent to Higher English.

  • Get the qualifications you need for entry into university
  • No final exam
  • Flexible learning
  • Work at your own pace
  • A great opportunity to achieve entry to university without Higher English.
  • A great opportunity to enhance career prospects, especially in teacher training

Entry requirements

One National 5 at grade C or above from English, History, Sociology, Psychology, Geography or Modern Studies.

  • NC Communication (12 SCQF credit, 120 hours study)
  • Literature 1 (6 SCQF credits, 60 hours study)

How will I study my course?

  • Distance learning
  • Online

Your course is delivered online through Brightspace. You will have access to 

  • videos
  • reading materials
  • online activities

 

Where can I study my course?

    • Perth College UHI

Fees

£258

Some students may be entitled to a fee waiver.

What can I do on completion of my course?

This qualification is widely accepted as an alternative to Higher English and has been used by students to gain entry to university and, in particular, teacher training.

Is there more information available online?

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