This module is about how to learn more effectively. You’ll cover a range of different skill areas, including information technology, academic reading and writing, finding and using sources and study skills. It will allow you to develop a Personal Development Plan (PDP) that will help you reflect on your existing skills and identify gaps where you need to develop. 

2) Caring in Context

This module will give you invaluable knowledge and insights into the role of social care among some of the most vulnerable groups in society, and why and how their needs arise. You’ll examine topics including definitions of poverty, national strategies to combat exclusion and meet needs, and how the media reports social exclusion and poverty. You’ll also develop an awareness of the major historical developments of policy making, and be introduced to ideas about the role of identity in everyday life.

Pre-requisites

Students must have access to an Internet ready PC with Microsoft Windows 98 or higher. It is also imperative that the student's PC is installed with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and they must be able to install their own packages.

Students must be 18 years old or over.

Overseas Students / Students where English is not their first language: The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) requirements for all distance-learning programmes are a minimum of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in both reading & writing (and a minimum of 5.0 in listening & speaking).

Students must be able to travel to the UK to sit exams. Please note that there are additional assessment fees for each module. Upon enrolling you will be contacted by our advisors to discuss these pre-requisites and answer any queries you have relating to the course.