About the course

The aims of the qualification are to enable learners:

1 To progress to further learning

2 To develop study skills

3 To develop skills and knowledge in the areas of social science and humanities

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, however due to the extensive writing required for the portfolios it is recommended that you have achieved Level 1 Literacy and are working towards Level 2 or equivalent (GCSE English). 

Modules

Units studied include: 

Critical thinking 

Plagiarism

Essay writing 

Introduction to Psychology

Introduction to Sociology

Social Psychology

Ethical issues 

Research methods in Sociology

Assessment

Via a series of portfolios and essays 

Careers & Progression

This qualification has been designed to help learners develop the essential and transferable knowledge and skills required in order to progress primarily to Level 3 qualifications in the social sciences and humanities