Online Top Up Degree :: Accredited Universities

This programme is designed to meet the particular needs of persons studying for a professional qualification in Nutritional Therapy and is attractive to both complete newcomers to healthcare and to individuals who have already trained in other healthcare areas. The course provides the opportunity for full academic progression from Level 4 to Level 5 with an exit point that will provide you with a non-clinical qualification; through to Level 6 that will provide you with a clinical qualification in Nutritional Therapy.

Once enrolled onto the course, you can choose to top up to a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Therapy.

The course is supported through University of West London's Virtual Learning Environment (Blackboard and PebblePad.) which is available via the University’s website, 24 hours a day from anywhere that has internet access. Much of the course can therefore be studied at a distance, with the exception of the compulsory clinical sessions (BSc).

The course builds a sound knowledge base in the theory and practice of nutritional therapy, underpinned by the concomitant development of basic medical sciences. The student engages in formative learning in anatomy and physiology and basic biochemistry, as well as the study of named diseases (pathology), as it relates to the field of practice. Students develop their practitioner skills through clinical practice, monitored and supervised by experienced qualified and registered nutritional practitioners, who are qualified to degree level and higher.

Entry Requirements

00 UCAS tariff points, which would normally include at least two subject areas or equivalent qualifications at Level 3 plus GCSE Grade C or above in English language and mathematics.

Students without the above qualifications who have relevant work experience are invited to apply and all applicants for this course are required to attend an interview.

International entry criteria
International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 5.5 or above, TOEFL paper based test score at 525 or above, TOEFL computer based test score at 196 or above, TOEFL internet based test score at 69 or above. Contact our International Office to find out what international qualifications you need to get onto a course www.uwl.ac.uk/international

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Study a programme specifically designed for those working in non teaching roles in the children’s workforce;

Extend your understanding and knowledge of working beyond the educational setting and consolidate your links to practice;

Study flexibly online with tutorial support and occasional conference days on campus.

This is a Level 6 conversion programme, giving you the opportunity to progress from a foundation degree (or equivalent) to an honours degree in a relevant subject.

This programme has been specifically developed for people within the children’s workforce, such as in schools and related settings, to address the professional development needs of this group of staff.

If you have completed a foundation degree (or equivalent) in a related area, you can 'top up' to an honours degree by studying flexible modules in subjects directly related to the development of the children’s workforce.

Entry Requirements

To join this programme candidate will need to have completed 240 credits at university levels 4 and 5, either through a foundation degree (subject to assessment through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process) or through Diplomas or HNDs in education-related subjects.

Candidate will need to be in either full or part-time work in an area related to the children’s workforce. Those undertaking voluntary work in schools or settings may be considered; please contact the Programme Leader for more advice on this.

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If you’re already a qualified and registered social worker with a Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), this course enables you to top up to an honours degree in just two years part-time study. It will build on your existing skills and knowledge to prepare you for further challenges in your social work practice. You’ll develop your reflective and evidence-based practice, and the skills needed to critically evaluate social work and social care services.

This top-up degree gives you credit for your existing social work qualification (credit transfer). Most students with a DipSW qualification will receive the maximum amount of transferred credit (240 credits), enabling them to start the programme at Stage 3. However, if you receive less than the maximum amount, you may need to complete additional modules at Stage 2.

Key features of the course
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Designed for qualified social workers who do not yet have a degree

Continue in your employment while you study, earning while you learn

Get credit for your existing qualifications

This course is not a qualifying award, and you do not need to be sponsored by your employer.

Entry Requirements

To study this top-up degree, you must have successfully completed a professional qualification in social work at a UK Higher Education Institution (HEI) that has led to registration as a social worker.

If your existing social work qualification is a DipSW awarded by The Open University, you can contact us now to register. If you studied elsewhere, you’ll need to apply for credit transfer to cover the pre-Stage 3 requirements of this degree. Your claim will be assessed, and if there’s any shortfall of credit at Stage 2, you’ll need to devise an appropriate study plan derived from a list of eligible Stage 2 modules.

You must also provide evidence of current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (transferred from the General Social Care Council (GSCC)), Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC), Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or Care Council for Wales (CCW).

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Notes

Please note that this qualification is only available until 31 December 2017 and you must complete your studies by this date.

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The online accounting degree is an innovative and unique course. It provides a solid grounding in both technical accounting and non-technical skills which, combined with the achievement of the two awards, will give you a competitive advantage in the workplace.

Students on the BSc Accounting degree course study for a range of modules resulting in progression through the CIMA exam structure to Advanced Diploma Level as well as the assessment of modules specific to the BSc degree.

Top-up Option
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For those students who already have the CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting, we offer the opportunity to gain the BSc degree through the Top-up option.

Entry Requirements

IB Diploma: 28
GCE A level: BCC
SQA Higher: BBBB
ILC Higher: B2B2B2B2

Alternative Qualifications
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We will also consider students with relevant accounting experience. Candidates for whom English is not their first language must be able to demonstrate a suitable level in written and spoken English. This is demonstrated by providing an IELTS certificate (minimum score of 6.0 required) or equivalent.

Entry into stage 2 and other exemptions
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Students with AAT level 4 (Level 8 - Scotland) will be accepted for direct entry into Stage 2 of the degree course. HNC and HND students, and students with other relevant prior qualifications, should contact CIMA directly to confirm their exemption status.

Top-up Option
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The entry requirement for this Top-up course are for applicants to have successfully completed the CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting.

Other Fees

Tuition fee varies for every year of study

Year 1 - £2,780

Year 2 - £3,250

Year 3 - £3,870

Year 3 (Top up) - £3,870

CIMA membership and exam fees (approx. £300-£500 stage) are also payable direct to CIMA

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Study your MSc Accounting at University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This part-time, distance learning top-up course – which is aimed at professional accountants – will give you a deeper understanding of the complex issues facing the profession. It will offer you with the opportunity to enhance your career prospects and assist you in pursuing senior roles within accounting and finance by providing evidence of your intellectual and analytic abilities.

The MSc has been designed in consultation with professionals working in the sector. It is aimed at those who have the necessary knowledge and skills expected of a professional accountant – as evidenced by their membership of an appropriate professional body (see below) – who wish to augment and broaden their current skills by developing a deeper understanding of the key issues facing contemporary accounting.

You will develop enquiry skills and research abilities to enable you to consider and understand at a deeper level developments within accounting; adding value to your existing professional qualification by developing your critical awareness and understanding of accounting’s current issues, and preparing you for future debates within the discipline. Graduates who have acquired this deeper, theoretical knowledge will be of key interest to employers within the profession

Entry Requirements

All candidates must be current members of an IFAC-accredited professional body (for example, in the UK, candidates must be members of ICAS, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, AIA). Membership of an acceptable professional accounting body permits entry to the programme with advanced standing, such membership taken as being equivalent to 80 L11 credits.

Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. University processes in relation to RPL/APEL will be followed.

International students:
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overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in any individual component.

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