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Managing Heritage
Shetland
Distance learning, Evening
Other
Suitable for general interest or as CPD for Shetland Tour Guides.The course will consider the nature of Heritage, what counts as heritage, how it is selected and who it's audience is. It will also explore the challenges of presenting it and securing its survival into the future. Examples will be drawn from around the world, but always related back to challenges that are also faced locally. What is Heritage? Sustainability Survival and degradation Protection of Sites and Landscapes Portable Antiquities Ownership and Control Presentation of Heritage Education / Entertainment and outright fiction Politics and Perspectives Finding a Balance
Gaelic for Work Purposes level 3
North, West & Hebrides
Part-time, Distance learning, Short course, Online, Flexible
Other
This 12-week accredited SQA course is suitable for those who have not previously studied Gaelic. students will be given the opportunity to develop basic skills needed to communicate in everyday situations, and in vocational and professional contexts. Special features This distance learning course allows you the opportunity to study at your own pace and in your own time. Gaelic for Work Purposes Level 3 Area covered include: Introductions Numbers & time Food & drink Hobbies & Choices The World of Work
Administration
Shetland
Part-time, Distance learning, Flexible, Block release, Online
National
This course is suitable for candidates who are interested in the management functions of administration and advanced uses of digital technology, and who want to develop these skills further. This course helps candidates to develop advanced administration skills and digital literacy relevant to the world of work and to be aware of current legislation and the importance of customer care. Candidates will develop the ability to use a range of advanced software application functions covering: word processing, spreadsheets, database and emerging technologies.This course is suitable for school leavers or other young people looking for employment in an administrative field; it may also be attractive if you are a...
English - Distance Learning
Perth
Part-time, Distance learning
National
Higher English is a SQA accredited course with a value of three credits. You will study a range of fiction and non-fiction texts in order to understand and appreciate the techniques writers use to create meaning and impact in their writing.The distance learning course is delivered online and students can study in their own time from home. You will study a range of prose and poetry. You will also learn how to write effective fiction and non-fiction, producing two pieces or writing for external assessment.Higher English students are assessed through internal and external assessments. The internal assessments take the form of...
Highers Academy
North, West & Hebrides
Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning, Online
National
This course is intended mainly for students who have not acquired sufficient Higher qualifications in school to progress to a Higher Education course (HNC or degree level). The course will provide a bridging qualification between school and HE.It is also intended for mature learners who, although educated to HE level, have not achieved appropriate FE level qualifications in school which would enable them to progress on to post-graduate courses. A part-time option is available.It is also possible to attain a combination of Highers and National 5 qualifications (See National 5 Gateway course for subjects available).Highers are available in the following...
Computing Science
North, West & Hebrides
Distance learning, Evening, Online
Group Award or National Certificate
Computing science is vital to everyday life - socially, technologically and economically. Computing shapes the world in which we live and its future. It brings together elements of technology, science and creative digital media. Explore the role and impact of contemporary computing technologies, providing an insight into the challenges, excitement and rewards in this area of employment. Software Design and Development Computer Systems Database Design and Development Web Design and Development
National 5 Gateway
North, West & Hebrides
Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning, Evening, Flexible, Online
Group Award or National Certificate
This course is intended mainly for students who have not acquired sufficient National 5 qualifications to progress to the level 6 course, Highers Academy. The course will provide a bridging qualification between level 4 and level 6.It is also designed to provide opportunities for students who wish to gain entry to further education courses, but who currently lack the necessary qualifications.Students also have the option of studying this course on a part-time basis.Students may also progress from one of the level 4 courses offered by UHI Outer HebridesThe course will offer the following National 5s: National 5 Administration and IT ...
Communication
Perth
Part-time, Distance learning, Online
Group Award or National Certificate
Being an effective communicator allows you to interact with people in a whole range of situations. This module is designed to help you improve skills in: Reading Writing Talking ListeningThe skills you will develop during the study of this module are useful for a range of further and higher education courses. If achieved in combination with Literature 1, this module can also provide access to university as an alternative to Higher English. There are 4 areas of study: Reading Writing Listening Talking
Cyber Security SCQF 5 (study from anywhere)
North, West & Hebrides
Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning, Online
National
Cyber security is essential for the success of the virtual economy, education and community and acknowledges the idea that developing the capability to understand the fundamental tools and techniques of Data Security, Digital forensics and Ethical Hacking is important in ensuring that learners are aware of their responsibilities within these virtual communities.This National Progression Award in Cyber Computing is made up of three core units to complete the award. Data Security Digital Forensics Ethical Hacking
Cyber Security (SCQF level 5)
North, West & Hebrides
Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning, Online
National
Cyber security is essential for the success of the virtual economy, education and community and acknowledges the idea that developing the capability to understand the fundamental tools and techniques of Data Security, Digital forensics and Ethical Hacking is important in ensuring that learners are aware of their responsibilities within these virtual communities.This National Progression Award in Cyber Computing is made up of three core units to complete the award. Data Security Digital Forensics Ethical Hacking