Access to Computing

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This course is for anyone who is considering a career in the IT industry.

It provides students with a taste of the different specialities within computing, including computer hardware, cyber security and software development.

Access to Engineering

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This course provides students with experience of a broad range of different types of engineering and the core skills to progress on to National Qualifications. It aims to give individuals greater confidence in their own abilities and fully inform them about a career in engineering.

Access to Engineering Technology

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This course provides students with experience of different types of engineering and the core skills to progress on to National Qualifications. It aims to give individuals greater confidence in their own abilities and fully inform them about a career in engineering.

Access to Science - NPA in Scientific Technologies

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

The aim of this course is to help you to decide the career that you wish to study.  Aimed at Christmas leavers, or anyone looking to get back into education, it is a way of sampling different Science areas and making an informed decision as to where you want to study.

This course is a hands on and exciting course that will give you the broad practical skills base you will need to progress on to one of our Access courses in Science.  The course includes the units that make up the National Progression Award in Scientific Technologies.

BA (Hons) Digital Media

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This multimedia course is designed to support students who wish to pursue a career in the vibrant, fast paced media industry. Students will develop skills across a range of media specialisms including television, film, radio, print and online. They will explore the tools, applications and industry practice of the digital environment, creating content and sharing it across a range of platforms.  With a strong focus on practical skills the course will also develop an in-depth understanding of ethical and legal considerations of working within the media industry.

The programme combines the technical and theoretical media skills and industry insights of the Forth Valley College staff team with the advanced academic training and up-to-date digital expertise of the University of Stirling.

The first two years of this course is delivered at our Stirling campus.

During the first two years, there will be regular transition sessions at the University of Stirling.

Applicants should apply through UCAS at www.ucas.com (UCAS code: W2N9)

For further information, please visit the University of Stirling webpage here.