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THC Courses
Access to Humanities and Social Science
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Access courses are for adults who want to study at University but do not yet have the required qualifications. To be successful on the course you need to be prepared for one year of intensive study, including a lot of private study as well as your time in College. For the Social Science and Humanities course you choose 2 options from English Literature, History, Law, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology and South Asian Studies. Your two choices are in addition to English, study skills, IT and Maths (GCSE equivalent if needed). Previous students have progressed to a wide range of Law, Social Science and Humanities courses across London and the UK.
ESOL Entry Level - Full Qualification
Print PageSend to friendWe offer a range of part time ESOL Full Qualification Courses at levels E1, E2 and E3 at Poplar, Arbour Square and various other sites. Different days and times are available. For further information please contact our Advice Team on 020 7510 7777 or advice@tower.ac.uk.
If you are unsure what level you need, don't worry, you will be assessed to determine the most suitable course level for you.
Personal and Social Development
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In this course you will achieve an Award in Personal and Social Development. It is a flexible qualification that can help improve your work, studies and daily life. You'll gain important work and life skills to help you move forward and achieve your potential. You will also improve your literacy skills along side it.
ESOL or Adult Literacy with Library Skills Course
Print PageSend to friendThese courses will introduce students to the essential skills for working in a library. Both courses include work experience in local libraries.
We are offering Entry Level 3, full Level 1 and Level 2 library skills courses together with Adult Literacy qualifications.
Students will be expected to attend both the Literacy and the Library Skills units to complete the course. Tutorials and visits to other libraries will form part of the programme. In addition every student will work a minimum of 15 hours in a library as part of the course.
ESOL - Reading
Print PageSend to friendWe offer a range of part time ESOL Reading Courses at levels E1, E2 and E3 as well as more advanced courses at full levels 1 and 2. These run at Poplar, Arbour Square and various other sites. Different days and times are available. For further information please contact our Advice Team on 020 7510 7777 or advice@tower.ac.uk.
If you are unsure what level you need, don't worry, you will be assessed to determine the most suitable course level for you.
Preparing for Successful Study - starting January 2012
Print PageSend to friendThe Preparing for Successful Study course will support you in your return to study and prepare you for future courses such as progression awards and access programmes.
On this course you will cover:
· Writing skills for assignments
· Researching and developing ideas & concepts
· Action planning personal time in order to complete work
· Analysing the work of others
· Constructing reports and essays
· Exploring your preferred learning styles
· Using the library and the Learning Zone
You will also be supported in improving your English and Maths skills.
Entry Requirements:
While there are no formal entry requirements for this course, suitable applicants would likely have some previous GCSE or O Level qualifications, though not necessarily at high grades. At interview we will discuss prior attainment and your plans for progression, and assess your suitability for this level of course.
Who is this course for?
People who would like to continue studying on one of our Access courses, which open the doors for entry to studying a Higher Education course at university.
Where this course might take me:
This course will prepare you for further studies in a wide range of areas. Most specifically it will equip you to study a full Level 2 Progression course, or preparing you for an Access to HE course.
Through this route of progression you can open the door for entry to studying a Higher Education course at university.
Successful completion of this programme will enhance your chances of progression onto a course at Tower Hamlets College.
If you successfully complete your course, you will be entitled to an achievement bonus of up to £100
Adult enrolment takes place 2pm – 7pm on the following days:
Tuesday 10 January
Wednesday 11 January
Tuesday 17 January
Contact us to Register for Enrolment
Certificate in IT Users (ECDL Extra) level 2
Print PageSend to friendECDL is the global standard in end-user computer skills, offering an internationally recognised certificate that is supported by governments, computer societies, international organisations and commercial corporations worldwide.
It is the world's largest end-user computer skills certification programme, with more than 6 million candidates in 146 countries.
Units for ECDL Extra:
Word Processing Unit
You will study how to use a word processor to create and format a textual document. It covers more advanced features of Word such as Mail Merge. THIS UNIT IS ASSESSED THROUGH A PRACTICAL TEST
Spreadsheets
This unit is designed to accredit basic competence in using spreadsheet software to enter, edit and present numerical data using formulae and basic formatting tools. You will be familiar with the concepts of absolute and relative cell references, charting etc.
THIS UNIT IS ASSESSED THROUGH A PRACTICAL TEST.
Presentations
This unit helps you to use presentation software to set up and format slides as well as to present and print files.
THIS UNIT IS ASSESSED THROUGH A PRACTICAL TEST.
Improving Productivity Using IT
This unit tests your ability to plan, evaluate and improve procedures involving the use of IT tools and systems in order to improve the productivity and efficiency of work activities.
THIS UNIT IS ASSESSED THROUGH A PRACTICAL TEST.
Higher Level ESOL
Print PageSend to friendTry our higher level ESOL classes which include work skills, job placements and support in finding work. You can combine learning English with hairdressing, childcare, healthcare, beauty therapy, administration or library work. Ask about Higher ESOL.
ESOL - Speaking and Listening
Print PageSend to friendWe offer a range of part time ESOL Speaking and Listening Courses at levels E1, E2 and E3 as well as more advanced courses at full levels 1 and 2. These run at Poplar, Arbour Square and various other sites. Different days and times are available. For further information please contact our Advice Team on 020 7510 7777 or advice@tower.ac.uk.
If you are unsure what level you need, don't worry, you will be assessed to determine the most suitable course level for you.
Improving your Literacy and Numeracy – Starting January 2012
Print PageSend to friendDo you worry about not being able to cope with basic sums? Do you not have the confidence to apply for a job? Maybe you struggle to help the kids to do their homework?
A numeracy and literacy course at Tower Hamlets College could remove those fears quickly and effectively. Our English and Maths programmes for adult learners are available to all ages and backgrounds and have given hundreds of people the confidence to develop their skills and transform their home and work lives.
The course is part time so that you can fit your study around your life and work. It is an ideal course for people who would like to progress on to take GCSEs in English in Maths in September 2012.
Entry Requirements:
You do not need to have any qualifications to start this course. Entry is by personal interview and initial assessment of your English and Maths skills.
Who this course is for:
Anyone aged 19 or over who would like to improve their English and Maths
Where this course might take me:
Study GCSE English / GCSE Maths in September 2012
You could also progress to a full time adult course in September, such as one of our Access courses
If you successfully complete your course, you will be entitled to an achievement bonus of up to £100
Adult enrolment takes place 2pm – 7pm on the following days:
Tuesday 10 January
Wednesday 11 January
Tuesday 17 January
Access to Law, Humanities and Social Science
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Access courses are for adults who want to study at University but do not yet have the required qualifications. To be successful on the course you need to be prepared for one year of intensive study, including a lot of private study as well as your time in College. For the Social Science and Humanities course you choose 2 options from English Literature, History, Law, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology and South Asian Studies. Your two choices are in addition to English, study skills, IT and Maths (GCSE equivalent if needed). Previous students have progressed to a wide range of Law, Social Science and Humanities courses across London and the UK.
GCSE English (for Adults)
Print PageSend to friendGCSE English is offered to adult students both as an evening class and a part time day time class. To join a class it is advisable to attend one of our taster and assessment sessions – these are scheduled in June, our Advice Line will give you further information – 020 7510 7777. These courses can be demanding and some students may take more than 1 year to complete, you will need to be prepared to do homework every week and attend all sessions.
ESOL Literacy for Care
Print PageSend to friendWe offer a part time ESOL Literacy for Care Course at levels E2 and E3 at Arbour Square and other sites. Different days and times are available. For further information please contact our Advice Team on 020 7510 7777 or advice@tower.ac.uk.
If you are unsure what level you need, don't worry, you will be assessed to determine the most suitable course level for you.
Access to Social Work
Print PageSend to friendFull Course details are not available as yet for this course. Please contact our Advice Team on 020 7510 7777 or Advice@tower.ac.uk for further information or pop in and see us. Alternatively revisit this page at a later date. Thanks.
Aspirations Courses for People with Learning Difficulties
Print PageSend to friendThe Aspirations Programme offers courses for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. These courses help you improve your reading, writing, communication and number skills. We have courses to help you improve your independent living skills, for example shopping and cooking. We also have courses to help you develop your creative skills by designing and making things.
Subjects:
We offer classes in history, IT, cooking, art, gardening, music maths,enterprise, shopping, literacy, textiles, childcare, healthy living and sports.
Certificates:
You will decide what you want to learn. You will decide what you want to improve on. You will get certificates that show you what you have achieved on your course. There is an opportunity to gain an Award in Personal Progress.
Support:
You will be working in a small group with a teacher and an education support worker. Cooking classes have 6 students with a teacher and an education support worker. You can have support in class and during the breaks and lunch times.
Contact Anita Choudary on 020 7510 7687 or email anita.choudary@tower.ac.uk
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