Access to Physical Science - Level 6 (SWAP)

Course description

This innovative new course has been developed in response to the increased demand for adults looking for a more flexible method of learning and for those who may not be able to come to a college campus for study. This programme is part of the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) for adults who have been out of full-time education for a while.  

Students from all over Scotland will be able to access this learning. The study will be on-line with 2/3 visits on campus during the year, for practical lab work and assessments.

This course is a SWAP (Scottish Wider Access Programme) which supports adults, ordinarily resident in Scotland to return to education after a gap. Since 1989, SWAP programmes have paved the way for thousands of people to access degree study at all our universities in Scotland. If you are looking for a change of direction and need a flexible method of learning pathway to access degree level qualifications, this course is for you.

If would like to find out more about SWAP programmes, please go to their website www.scottishwideraccess.org/east. The SWAP East Team can also answer any specific queries that you may have: swap.east@ed.ac.uk

You will study a range of subjects at SCQF level 5 and 6, including Chemistry, Physics and Maths , as well as units in Experimental Procedures, ICT and Communication.  You will also gain practical laboratory and field experience in experimental procedures through intensive practical weeks in Perth.