Entry

Entry is competitive. Applicants will be expected to have at least three National 5s/Standard Grades although evidence of having passed at least one Higher subject would be preferred. Those who wish to study Higher English should have already achieved National 5 English or equivalent (preferred minimum of a B). Likewise, the National 4 in Mathematics, or equivalent, will be required for course entry.

Part-time applications are also welcome. Part-time learners can study one or two subjects subject to candidate suitability and available places (usually Higher English and/or National 5 Applications of Mathematics).

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Higher English:

Higher English involves the study of poems, a Scottish text and a play, as well as the writing of a coursework essay (worth 30% of your final mark), the understanding and analysis of broadsheet-level articles (RUAE) and a speaking task. 70% of your mark is based upon the final examination in May. 

National 5 Applications of Mathematics:

Please note carefully that this course cover N5 Applications of Mathematics. National 5 Applications of Mathematics covers all aspects of the award and the final examination in May. 100% of your mark is based on performance in the May examination.

Social Sciences:

The part of the course provides you with the opportunity to study three Level 6 SQA units: two in History (Britain and Europe) and one in Sociology (Human Society). Incorporating the social sciences units into the programme allows you to meet the requirements of full-time study. These three units, along with a weekly Tutorial Support class, are therefore a compulsory aspect of the full-time programme.