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Skills for Further Study (January 2025 Start)

Key Details

  • Available at:
    Rhyl
  • Study Mode:
    Full-time
  • Course Length:

    3 days per week

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Skills for Further Study (January 2025 Start)

Adult Learners (19+)

Course Description

This programme is for students who wish to progress to study at Level 3 and aspire to higher education.

You will be studying a range of areas associated with the skills needed to successfully follow a Level 3 programme. Essential skills of Wales Numeracy is included as part of the course.

Entry Criteria

In order to qualify for this course, you should have at least three years of relevant life skills gained after compulsory education and will also need at least one of the following:

  • 3 GCSEs at grade D or above, and 1 GCSE at grade E, including English or Welsh 1st Language and Maths, or Entry 3 / Level 1 ESQ in Numeracy and Communication
  • A relevant Level 1 qualification at Pass

As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.

Learners must be at least 19 years old.

Delivery

The course is delivered through a blend of the following:

  • Group work
  • Classroom-based learning
  • Tutorial support
  • Educational visits
  • Virtual learning area (Google classroom)

Assessment

  • Practical and written assessments/assignments
  • Presentations and demonstrations
  • Portfolios of work
  • Examinations
  • Performance and observation

Progression

Upon completion, you could progress onto a number of courses at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:

  • Access to Higher Education Diploma
  • Level 3 vocational qualifications

Other details

Course type: Adult Learners (19+), Full-time (Further Education)

Level: 2

Programme Area:

  • Access to Higher Education
  • Preparation for Further Education

Access to Higher Education

Learn more about this area and see our course level guide:

Access to Higher Education

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Preparation for Further Education

Learn more about this area and see our course level guide:

Preparation for Further Education

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