Higher English - Evening

This course will run online with occasional attendance at college required.

Higher English offers learners the opportunity to develop detailed and complex language skills in the contexts of literature, language and media. Candidates will develop reading and writing skills through studying, analysing and responding to a wide variety of texts. Students will learn to understand, analyse and evaluate the way language is used in a wide range of literature and texts and develop their own discursive and creative writing skills.

This is primarily an online course. Throughout the course there will be a substantial amount of homework and personal study required. Being able to use computers is essential so that you can take part online, although you will be shown how to work 'Microsoft Teams' if you are not familiar with the software.

You will also be occasionally expected to attend the College physically for assessments, portfolio work and the final exam.

Please check the entry requirements for the course and ensure you meet the minimum entry requirements before you make your booking. If you are unsure if you meet these entry requirements or wish to discuss anything further, please email eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk and we will arrange for someone to contact you.

Tuition fees are non-refundable as per the Refund and Withdrawal Procedure. Click here to view.

Course content includes:

  • Reading for Understanding, Analysis and Evaluation
  • Critical Reading (Literature)
  • Course Assessment (SQA exam and porfolio of essays)

  • Higher National qualifications can be used to support progression in a variety of work or study contexts.

One of the following:

  • English at Standard Grade Level 1 or 2, National 5 or Intermediate 2 at A or B
  • Previous study of Higher English (for resits)
  • An HND/ Degree
  • Applicants who do not meet these criteria but have relevant experience or alternative qualifications will be considered

Course places are only secured after payment/funding has been arranged.

As per the College Tuition Fees and Refund Policy, tuition fees are non-refundable except under exceptional circumstances. Refer to our Tuition Fee Refund and Withdrawal Procedure on the College website.

Student Paying

Fees of less than £150 must be paid in full. Payment by instalment is available, provided the course fee is £150 or greater. You can access a direct debit form here

Instalments must be paid via direct debit over a 4-month period and an initial 30% deposit is required in order to secure your place. You will not be able to apply online if paying by direct debit please contact Evening Admissions - eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk.

Employer Paying

If your employer is paying for your tuition fees, an Employers Agreement Form or letter from your employer must be submitted prior to or on enrolment. You can access the Employer Agreement Form here. We ask that you complete the Employer Agreement Form and return via email to -eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk

Fee Waiver

You may be eligible for a fee waiver for your course if you meet the eligibility criteria which includes certain benefits such as Universal credit. Please click  here to view the fee waiver document checklist which gives a list of the eligible benefits. Proof of these benefits must be submitted before a fee waiver can be processed.

You will not be able to apply online if using fee waiver, please contact Evening Admissions-eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk. Refer to our Tuition and Fee Waiver Policy on the College website for further information.

Location

Falkirk Campus

Availability

2

Attendance

Evening

Start date

27 August 2024

End date

06 May 2025

Start time

18.00

End time

20.45

Cost per person

£390.00