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  Access

Access A Levels Business & Admin Languages

Our CPD department provides students with the opportunity to study for more traditional academic qualifications within a College environment; this often includes combining academic and vocational courses to ensure each student is on a programme that meets their needs. The Access courses are ideal if you are returning to study, providing you with a course that will ease the transition back into education. The courses offered are relevant to almost any industry, so whether studying on a full-time or part-time basis combined with work our courses are relevant to your chosen industry.

These courses form part of the Centre for Professional Development department, which also offers higher education courses, enabling students to progress through College to achieve a higher education qualification. Click on the links below to see what's available.

For further information please contact business@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Business Studies and Marketing (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Business Studies. This..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Computing (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to become a computer professional. The course enables you to..
Access Diploma in Humanities and Social Science (OCNOTC)
This course is ideal for those who wish to study at university for a conventional degree. It is..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Law (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Law. ..
Access Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery and Medically Allied Professions (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to specialise in Nursing, Midwifery, Audiology, Occupational..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Psychology (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Psychology but do not..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Social Work (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Social Work. This course..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Teacher Education (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to become school teachers. This course has the aim of..

Part Time
Access Progression Diploma Level 1 (OCNER)
This Progression Award has been created for students who would like to eventually enter university..
Access Progression Diploma Level 2 (OCNER)
This Progression Award has been created for students who already possess a Foundation level of..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Business Studies and Marketing (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Business Studies. This..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Humanities and Social Science (OCNOTC)
This course is ideal for those who wish to study at university for a conventional degree. It is..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Law (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Law. This course enables..
Access Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery and Medically Allied Professions (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to specialise in Nursing, Midwifery, Audiology, Occupational..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Psychology (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Psychology but do not..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Social Work (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to undertake a university degree in Social Work. This course..
Access Diploma to Higher Education in Teacher Education (OCNOTC)
This course is aimed at those who wish to become school teachers. This course has the aim of..



  A Levels & GCSEs

Access A Levels Business & Admin Languages


Dunstable College offers A Levels in a host of different subject areas. Studying A Levels at College also enables you to combine vocational qualifications with the academic subjects.

A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher education to gaining a better job. A full A Level consists of an AS Level and an A2 Level. An AS Level is a valuable qualification in its own right, but many people complete the A2 Level also, particularly those wishing to progress to university. Usually, you will study up to four subjects at AS Level and three at A2 Level; however, alternative programmes of AS and A2 Levels are possible and may be discussed with your tutors.

We also offer various GCSE's which you can study for the first time or to improve on previous results from school, on either an individual basis or in conjunction with other qualifications.

These courses form part of the Centre for Professional Development department, which also offers higher education courses, enabling students to progress through College to achieve a higher education qualification.

For further information please contact business@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
AS Level Accounting
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Information Computer Technology (ICT)
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Economics and Business Studies
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level English Language
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level English Literature
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Film Studies
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Government and Politics
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level History
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Human Biology
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Law
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Mathematics
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Photography
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Psychology
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Sociology
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS Level Textiles
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..

Part Time
AS / A2 Level Accounting
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS / A2 Level Information Computer Technology (ICT)
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
A Level Dance
Specific entry requirements Five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, one of which must be in an..
AS / A2 Level Economics and Business Studies
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS / A2 Level English Language
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
AS / A2 Level English Literature
A Levels are highly regarded qualifications, which offer many opportunities from entering higher..
A Level Film Studies
Specific entry requirements Of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, ideally one pass should..
A Level Graphic Design
Specific entry requirements Of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, one must be in a creative..
A Level Human Biology
Specific entry requirements Of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, two GCSE Science passes at..
A Level Law
Specific entry requirements Of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, one must be English. ..
A Level Maths
Specific entry requirements One of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above must be in Maths. ..
A Level Photography
Specific entry requirements Of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above, one must be in a creative..
A Level Psychology
Specific entry requirements One of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above must be in English. ..
A Level Sociology
Specific entry requirements One of your five GCSE passes at Grade C or above must be in English...
GCSE English Language
This course covers a wide range of skills: writing, reading, speaking and listening. In addition to..
GCSE Maths
This course is ideal for those wishing to either take Maths GCSE for the first time or to retake it..
GCSE Law 3161
The following will be studied: The nature of law in society Legal institutions Modern sources of..
GCSE English Literature
This course allows students to respond to a wide range of textsfrom the literary traditions..



  Business & Admin

Access A Levels Business & Admin Languages

Whether you're interested in general business, retail, administration, finance or law we've got the course for you! these academic courses are available over many different levels, and can be mixed with vocational qualifications to ensure each student is on a programme that meets their needs. the courses offered are relevant to almost any industry, so whether you're studying on a full-time or part-time basis combined with work, our courses are relevant to your chosen industry.

These courses form part of the Centre for Professional Development department, which also offers higher education courses, enabling students to progress through College to achieve a higher education qualification.

For further information please contact business@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
foundation degree (FdSc) business information technology
Description This course aims to provide students with practical knowledge of the contribution that..
Introductory Diploma in Business, Retail and Administration; Level 1
This is a one year full-time course that will develop a range of skills, knowledge and understanding..
BTEC First Diploma in Business; Level 2
This is a one year full-time course which covers the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary..
City and Guilds 2251 NVQ Engineering Maintenance; Level 2
This course is suitable for those seeking a career in Engineering Maintenance. ..
BTEC National Diploma in Business – Level 3
This is a two year full-time course which covers the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary..

Part Time
Book–Keeping and Accounts – Level 1
This is a short course aimed at people looking for a basic qualification in book–keeping and..
Book–Keeping and Accounts – Level 2
This is a follow–on course from Bookkeeping and Accounts Level 1 and is aimed at people..
City and Guilds Computerised Accounts – Level 1
The aim of the award is to test a candidate’s ability in the operation of computerised accounts..
City and Guilds Computerised Accounts – Level 2
The aim of the award is to test a candidate’s ability in the preparation and operation of..
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) – Foundation NVQ Level 2 in Accounting
This qualification is suitable for people who are working, or wish to work, in an accounts..
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) – Intermediate NVQ Level 3 in Accounting
This well–respected course aims to provide students with a widely recognised qualification at..
NVQ in Business and Administration – Level 2
This course will provide you with an up–to–date qualification that is in line with..
NVQ in Business and Administration – Level 3
This qualification follows on from Level 2 and is suitable for you if your job involves many complex..
C&G 1008 NVQ in Retail Skills – Level 2
The Level 2 NVQ in Retail Skills is suitable for those working in Retail as Sales Advisors, Customer..
C&G 1008 NVQ in Retail Skills – Level 3
The Level 3 NVQ has been designed for department, section and team leaders, specialist sales..
NVQ in Customer Service – Level 2
This qualification has been developed for candidates who already have the knowledge and skills..
NVQ in Customer Service – Level 3
The NVQ Level 3 Award in Customer Service is designed for customer service professionals. The..
BTEC Award Introducing Team Leading – Level 2
This 30–hour Level 2 management qualification has been designed for people who in their job..
BTEC Award Introducing Management – Level 3
This 30–hour Level 3 management qualification has been designed for people who in their job..
ILM Certificate in Team Leading – Level 2
This qualification covers the full range of responsibilities of the team/group leader or member. It..
ILM Certificate in First Line Management – Level 3
This qualification is for people likely to become first line managers (team leaders or supervisors)..
BTEC Professional Certificate in Management Studies – Level 5
The Professional Certificate in Management Studies (PCMS) is a Level 5 part–time qualification..
BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma in Management Studies – Level 7
Course Description This qualification is aimed at broadening and deepening a learner’s..
ILEX Professional Diploma in Law – Level 3
ILEX students are normally employed in legal practice during their training programme, thereby..
ILEX Professional Higher Diploma in Law – Level 6
This is a two–year part–time course suitable for candidates who have successfully..
Foundation Degree (FdA) Advertising and Marketing Communications
This new two–year programme, which has been specially devised in conjunction with staff at the..
City and Guilds 1003–02 NVQ – Level 2 Distribution,Warehousing and Storage Operations
The City & Guilds National Vocational Qualification in Distribution, Warehousing and Storage..
City and Guilds 1003–03 NVQ – Level 3 Distribution,Warehousing and Storage Operations
Level 3 is designed for supervisors, team leaders or those with a high level of technical skill...
Award in Assessing Candidates (A1)
This is a one day course to enable candidates with existing D32/33 Assessor Awards to update their..
Award in Conducting Internal QA (V1) Verifier Award
There will be four initial group workshop sessions followed by individual tutorials and observation...
CELTA Certificate in English Language teaching to Adults
CELTA is an internationally recognised teacher training qualification in teaching English as a..
City &Guilds 9375 Certificate in Delivering Basic Skills to Adults – Level 3
This qualification is for Skills for Life practitioners in Further, Adult and Community Education,..
City & Guilds 9297 Certificate in Adult Learning Support – Level 2
This course is designed to aid frontline workers and volunteers with signposting and supporting..
City & Guilds 7303 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
This is an introductory qualification that confers a ‘threshold licence to teach’. All new..
Foundation Degree (FdA) Educational Practice
The course is aimed at candidates who are working in a learning support role and who may like to..
University of Bedfordshire Diploma in Post Compulsory Education 14–19 Education
This Diploma offers Continuing Professional Development opportunities for those working in the..
University of Bedfordshire Diploma in Post Compulsory Education Mentoring in Education
This Diploma offers Continuing Professional Development opportunities for those working in the..
Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)/Certificate in Education (Cert.Ed.)
This University of Bedfordshire course provides core professional training in teaching for those..
City & Guilds Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTTLS)
This qualification is required for all those whose job role or career aspirations are covered by the..
City & Guilds Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTTLS)
The qualification is the appropriate one for people deemed to be in the Full Teacher Role...
Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) In the Lifelong Learning Sector
The Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTE(E)LLS) is a..



  Languages

Access A Levels Business & Admin Languages

Whatever your reason for studying for a new language, we help you achieve the results you want! Dunstable College currently offers OCN language courses in Spanish and Mandarin. forming an important part of our part-time provision, these courses can enable you to learn the basics of the language whether it's simply for pleasure, for a forthcoming holiday or for work reasons.

Our language courses reflect the need of the local community, so if you're interested in learning a new language that we don't currently offer, please contact us and we'll do our best to meet your needs.

These courses form part of the Centre for Professional Development department, which also offers higher education courses, enabling students to progress through College to achieve a higher education qualification. Click on the links below to see what's available.

For further information please contact business@dunstable.ac.uk

Full Time
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL); Entry 1
This course offers the first stages of learning English – Reading, Writing, Speaking and..
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL); Entry 2
This course offers the second stage of learning English – Reading, Writing, Speaking and..
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL); Entry 3
This course offers the third stage of learning English – Reading, Writing, Speaking and..
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL); Level 1
Students will achieve an Edexcel Skills for Life ESOL qualification at Level 1, completing units in..
English for Speakers of Other Languages with IT (ESOL); Level 1
This course enables you to learn English coupled with an understanding of IT and Microsoft Office. ..
English as a Foreign Language International University Foundation Course (EFL)
This course is for students from overseas who wish to progress to university in the United Kingdom...
English for Speakers of Other Languages with IT (ESOL); Level 1
This course enables you to learn English coupled with an understanding of IT and Microsoft Office. ..

Part Time
CACDP Certificate in British Sign Language – Level 1
Develop your communication skills using sign language and finger spelling. This course is ideal for..
CACDP Certificate in British Sign Language – Level 2
Develop your functional communication skills, building on what you learnt in Level 1. You will..
OCN Mandarin Beginners
You will learn basic conversational Mandarin in a range of situations. The topics covered are listed..
OCN Spanish Beginners
You will learn basic conversational Spanish in a range of situations. The topics covered are listed..
OCN Spanish Intermediate
You will learn conversational Spanish beyond basic language skills in a range of topics, including..