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

Start Date/s

11/09/2024

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