PT Access Diploma in History and English Literature | P00119-AI | Course

Entry Year

15/09/2025

Location

Millfield

Duration

Part-Time

Course Code

P00119-AI

Overview

Access DiplomaPT Access Diploma in History and English LiteratureValidated by Queens University

Millfield

Part-Time

Further Education

Start Date: 15/09/2025

End Date: 15/06/2027

Qualifications

ACCESS Diploma in History/English Literature (Validated Queen's University) PT Millfield Campus (P10007)

Overview

This is a two year part time course which is designed to attract students who want to progress into Higher Education within the Humanities and Social Science fields. This course will develop your knowledge and understanding and prepare you for Higher Education. Additional costs may be incurred for materials required for those taking the Maths option including a calculator and geometry set and those taking English for the required core texts.

About the course

Students will complete 5 core modules and one option from a selection. Subject to availability, Full Time students may study on one of the following pathways:

History/English Literature
Sociology / Psychology

Subject to availability, Part Time students may study on one of the following pathways:

Sociology/Psychology (Evening)
Sociology / Psychology (Day)
History/English Literature

This programme of study is likely to include enrichment activities/module(s) to enhance your employability.

Assessment within these modules will range from essays, class tests, presentations and final examinations. All assessments are carried out in English.

Requirements

College regulations stipulate that applicants to the Full Time pathways must:

have been out of full-time education from at least June 2023
have GCSE Grade C or above in English
have GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics (or equivalent numeracy qualification)

College regulations stipulate that applicants to the Part Time pathways must:
have been out of full-time education from at least June 2023
have GCSE Grade C or above in English or equivalent Literacy Qualification
have GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics or equivalent numeracy qualification

Fees

Fees:
Academic period 2025:
Examination / Registration Fee = £110.00
FE Tuition Fee = £615.00 (Concessionary = £369.00)

Academic period 2026*:
Examination / Registration Fee = £110.00
FE Tuition Fee = £655.00 (Concessionary = £393.00)

Fees are payable annually.
*The fees have not been finalised and may be subject to change.

Assessment

Coursework and Exam

Made for More

Careers

Successful students have, in the past, progressed to study for degrees in a diverse range of subjects including History, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, English, Law, Social Work and Education. Students who successfully complete the course may also progress to further and higher courses within Belfast Met, including HND and Foundation Degree programmes. Students must choose a specific pathway when applying and will complete six compulsory modules.