Studying for Credit
Within the Arts and Humanities certificate, it is possible to choose specific modules in order to achieve a 120-credit Certificate of Higher Education in Lifelong Learning (Archaeology) or a 60-credit University Certificate of Lifelong Learning (York Studies).
| Archaeology modules are marked with the following symbol |  |
| Heritage Studies modules are marked with the following symbol |  |
| York Studies modules are marked with the following symbol |
 |
Within the Social Sciences certificate, it is possible to choose specific modules in order to achieve a University Certificate of Lifelong Learning (Urban Horticulture).
| Social Enterprise modules are marked with the following symbol |  |
| Urban Horticulture modules are marked with the following symbol |
 |
A 60 credit award in creative writing is also available through online delivery only - you can find out more on our online creative writing page.
These certificates are taught at undergraduate stage 1, and all are open entry. There are, therefore, no formal entry requirements for any of these modules - all you need is interest and enthusiasm. Whilst all courses are open access, please be aware that you will be expected to study at the standard of undergraduate level learning. Our tutors are experienced and supportive, and all our modules are conducted in a friendly and informal atmosphere, designed to meet your specific demands. The higher certificates are equivalent in standard and workload to the full first year of an undergraduate degree programme, and are worth 120 credits at stage 1.
If you wish to study for credit you can enjoy the library and computing facilities here at the University to help you with your studies.
Modules which carry accreditation are indicated in the brochure with a credit value of either 10 or 20 credits. These can be saved up over a number of years, and you will be offered help and advice as you progress through the programme so that you can work towards an award at a pace that suits you.
To receive credits you have to produce successful assessment tasks. These vary from module to module, but normally for a 10-credit module these consist of a single 2,000 word essay that you produce in your own time and which is submitted at the conclusion of the module. At this level, there are no closed examinations for students, but if this aspect of accredited study does raise questions for you, please do not hesitate to contact the Centre. In our experience, some students do have reservations about producing written assessments before their first module, but having studied with the Centre, most are glad of the opportunity to show how much they have gained through the learning experience. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
For those students who would like to continue further with their studies beyond the Centre for Lifelong Learning there are progression opportunities available. In particular the Centre has worked with the Department of Archaeology to offer entry at level 2 directly into the department. If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to speak to your tutor/us.
Choosing Modules
There are currently a wide range of modules from which to choose – please consult the appropriate diagram or contact the Centre to discuss how you can build towards one of the certificate awards. The normal maximum registration period for students to complete a University Certificate of Lifelong Learning is three years; for a Certificate of Higher Education in Lifelong Learning the total registration period is five years.
Centre for Lifelong Learning , University of York, Heslington, York, UK. YO10 5DD
Tel: +44 (0)1904 328473 | Email: lifelonglearning@york.ac.uk
Legal Statements | Enquiries | Feedback
© 2007 University of York