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Certificate: Start Here for Social Science and SWAP (February Start)

This course is intended for those interested in pursuing further academic study in a variety of areas. It is a good place to start if you have no qualifications, or if you have very few qualifications, and if you are interested in developing your skills in academic study.

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Level:

Broadly comparable to SCQF Level 4

Study Mode:

  • Short full-time

Location:

  • Kirkcaldy

Start Date:

Feb 2025

Duration:

  • One year full-time
  • Short full-time (from January)

Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone wanting to gain Level 4 English 7 Maths qualifications, for career advancement or to develop core academic skills.If you are interested in 'how the world works', what makes people 'tick', the News, or History, this course is also for you.

What will I study?

Subjects will include:

  • Communication
  • Two Social Science subjects
  • English
  • Maths

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Intermediate Certificate: Pathway to HNC/D and Degree
  • Intermediate Certificate: Pathway to Social Sciences
  • Other SCQF Level 5 courses in a range of areas, including engineering, care, creative industries, and much more

What career opportunities are there?

  • This course is intended mainly to help you to develop your existing qualifications to enter other courses
  • However, most employers are looking for staff who have good English and Maths skills
  • You may be able to apply for jobs where a good basic education is required

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