Course details
Course description
The course will develop your knowledge and understanding of subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
SWAP (Scottish Wider Access Programme) courses are designed if you have few or no formal qualifications and have been out of full-time education for at least 3 years (5 years if studied Highers or a Higher National course or similar level).
SWAP Access courses provide you with an alternative route into higher education and are designed to give you intensive academic preparation as well as the opportunity to develop the skills and confidence you need for entry into higher education through recognised progression routes at Colleges or Universities in Scotland.
For more information on SWAP courses please go to Scottish Wider Access
What you will learn
You will cover a range of National 5 and Higher subjects such as
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Maths
- Information Technology
- Communication
- Preparation for Higher Education.
All SWAP students are required to participate in and complete Preparation for Higher Education (HE). Preparation for HE will assist you in researching and visiting universities. You will be expected to work as a team and on your own to complete this module.
Learning outcome
- A large range of degree courses is offered by the universities in East and Central Scotland including:
- Edinburgh University
- Edinburgh Napier University
- Heriot-Watt University
- Queen Margaret University
- University of Dundee
- Abertay University
- University of St Andrews
- University of the Highlands and Islands
- University of Aberdeen
- For Physical Science students this course can lead to a range of Maths, Engineering, Physics and Physical Science degree options at university
- Successful students have access to over 100 degree programmes including Physics, Civil Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and more
A range of science-related careers.
Find out more on the Scottish Wider Access Programme website
Entry requirements
- Students should be ordinarily resident in Scotland. Please contact the SWAP East Office at swapeast@ed.ac.uk if you are not sure about your eligibility.
- Candidates must have been out of education for three years (five years if you have Highers or equivalent) and must not already have a degree. The course is NOT intended for school leavers.
- Students who already have a university degree are not eligible for a SWAP programme. Any applicant who has been to university but did not complete may be eligible if there are special circumstances. Please email SWAP for advice BEFORE applying at swapeast@ed.ac.uk.
Course options
Course details
Full time
Check with the course provider for dates.
Cost: £1,008.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Sighthill Campus
Sighthill Campus
Bankhead Avenue
Edinburgh
EH11 4DE