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The Progression Module is a formal programme of study which gives Year 12 students the opportunity to investigate and research progression routes - primarily into Higher Education.
The aims of the Progression Module are to:
The programme is delivered by teachers or tutors in school or college and is complemented by an optional series of workshops and visits delivered by University staff. Tutors are provided with training, and all relevant support materials required to deliver the programme.
The module comprises four separate units:
As a comprehensive HE preparation programme, the Progression Module is often delivered as part of PSHCEE, Careers education or enrichment sessions.
The Module provides:
The cost of the module is usually £32.50 per student. This fee is only a contribution towards the true costs of the scheme. These costs include:
In 2009/10, the scheme is subsidised in target schools through area Aimhigher funding in Calderdale and Kirklees. Please contact the coordinator for more details on subsidies. In addition, Aimhigher funding may be available through your schools’ budget. Wer also reccomend that you contact your schools’Aimhigher Coordinator to discuss funding availability.
The Module is designed for students in the first year of Advanced Level study programmes.
Any school or college that wishes to take part in the module is eligible providing they can fund the scheme and demonstrate the necessary commitment (time and staffing) to ensure its successful delivery.
Institutions select their own cohorts for the programme based on needs and benefits. Some institutions may feel it beneficial to run the programme with an entire year group, whilst others may select students based on specific criteria linked to Aimhigher. Alternatively, others may allow students to self select.
The module is completed in one academic year. In total, students can expect to undertake between 35 and 70 hours of work over the course of the academic year; this will include both guided and independent study time.
Students must submit a portfolio of work including assignments from each of the four units of study. Students are free to choose the most effective way of presenting their work. Based on assessment criteria and learning outcomes, work is continually assessed internally by teachers/tutors. Appointed Internal and External Moderators make the final decisions on assessment.
Students will be awarded 30 UCAS points upon successful completion of all four units. The University of Huddersfield, Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds Trinity University College, and Bradford College will recognise and accept these points as part of the UCAS application process. Whilst other institutions may have some course exemptions, at the University of Huddersfield these points are accepted for all courses.
Following completion of the module, students are invited to attend a formal certificate ceremony, where they are presented with a certificate of achievement.
“Before I started the module I didn’t really know much about universities or which course I wanted to do. The Progression Module has opened my eyes and made me realise how important my decisions are. If anyone is given the chance to do the module I would strongly urge them to do so.”
“Without the Progression Module I would not have gained research, presentation interview and IT skills which have made me more confident.”
“The Progression Module gave me really good preparation for the future. It is just as useful for students going into jobs at 18 as those who are going on to university.”
“The students applying through UCAS for HE is up on last year’s figures. I consider this increase to have occurred as a direct result of the Progression Module. Learners are better informed. The structure of the investigations and application is far better using the Progression Module”
“Tutors have noted a marked difference in success of UCAS applications for those students who complete the progression Module. It is an invaluable part of our working practice.”
For more information on the Progression Module, or to register your interest in taking part in the scheme, please email the scheme coordinator, Sophie Craven.
Leeds Metropolitan University (lead institution), The University of Huddersfield, Leeds Trinity University College, and Bradford College.
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The Progression Module was developed by Leeds Metropolitan University