Course summary
A module ideal for school leavers wishing to experience undergraduate study in preparation for university and gain insight into the Built Environment and construction industry. Successful completion will enable students to progress onto the UCEM BSc programme of their choice. You will study one module from our BSc (Hons) degree programme, called Introduction to the Built Environment 1. You will be provided additional support for your studies to help facilitate the transition between A-Level/Level 3 and undergraduate study. This introductory module also offers the opportunity to sample supported online study at undergraduate level. You will receive online study materials designed to enhance your study skills and build your self-confidence to study at an undergraduate level. You will be assigned a member of staff who will provide you with direct study support and work with you to develop an individual support plan. You will also benefit from detailed written feedback, group support sessions, study support webinars and dedicated surgery hours. You will complete the 20-credit module over six months, studying for around seven to ten hours a week. On successful completion of the module, you will be offered entry to the UCEM undergraduate programme of your choice. You will be able to transfer your academic credits when you enter your BSc programme. Alternatively, you can choose to be awarded a Certificate of Personal and Professional Development (CPPD).
Assessment method
The programme will be assessed by coursework.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
This programme is specifically for current Year 13 students and the entry requirements are as follows: You must: 1.Be expecting your A level (or equivalent) results in UK summer 2020 and be predicted to pass at least one A Level (or equivalent) qualification. 2.Have GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics (Grade 4 for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England) or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics as defined by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England 3.Provide a personal statement, summarising your motivation for studying the programme and any academic or professional ambitions you have, and outlining your predicted grades issued by your school or college. 4.Provide a formal copy of your predicted grades produced by your school, teacher or tutor, within six weeks of commencing the programme. All applications will be referred to the Programme Leader and assessed in line with the UCEM Code of Practice: Admissions and Recognition of Prior Learning for the policy on non-standard admission.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.ucem.ac.uk/study-with-ucem/undergraduate/bsc-year-13-access-module/#entryrequirements
English language requirements
For undergraduate study you should possess one of the following: - Grade 4 (or C) or above in English Language or English Literature at GCSE or an equivalent qualification. - Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 6.0 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test administered by the British Council. - 88 or above in the internet option, 230 or above in the computer-based option or 570 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test. - Grade C or above in English (Language or Literature) at A/S Level - A cognate sub-degree (Level 5) qualification taught and assessed in English from the University of Hong Kong or City University of Hong Kong Applicants with a Bachelor's degree that has been taught and examined in English can be considered for entry in the absence of the English language qualifications detailed above.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £1700 | Module |
| International | £1700 | Module |
| England | £1700 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1700 | Module |
| Scotland | £1700 | Module |
| Wales | £1700 | Module |
| Channel Islands | £1700 | Module |
Additional fee information
£1,700 per module x 1 module.
Total fee £1,700.
Provider information
University College of Estate Management
Horizons
60 Queen's Road
Reading
RG1 4BS