Entry Routes
You will not necessarily have to offer traditional school examination qualifications to gain admission but we generally look for evidence of recent academic study (within the last 4 years). The following information aims to give some guidelines on entry to the University of Strathclyde. Other qualifications are also considered, so you should contact the Adult Information Service or the Academic Selector for your proposed course (see prospectus for appropriate course contact) and they will be happy to give you advice.
We recognise that adult returners follow a wide range of pathways before embarking on degree-level study. Below are some of the more common entry routes to studying at Strathclyde:
This course is designed for students who do not have the normal University entry requirements and wish to undertake degree level study in the Faculty of Law, Arts & Social Sciences, the Strathclyde Business School and some Faculty of Education courses.
The course is taught by lecturers in the Faculty of Law, Arts & Social Sciences. The University's Centre for Academic Practice and Learning Enhancement supports students by providing advice on study, essay and exam techniques.
The course is held on Monday evenings 6 - 8 pm. It commences in September and consists of twenty-five meetings. Students choose three subjects from English, History, Modern Languages, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Politics and Law. Assessment is based on coursework and a written examination.
Students who complete the course successfully can gain entry to :
Faculty of Law, Arts & Social Sciences
- LLB (Law) final mark of 65% required
- BA Journalism and Creative Writing final mark of 60% required
- BA degree in Arts & Social Sciences final mark of 55% required (full-time and part-time)
- Certificate courses in Arts & Social Sciences final mark of 40% required. One year on a certificate course allows entry to the full-time degree
Strathclyde Business School
- BA in the Business School final mark of 60% required. BA with Principal Subject Accounting a Higher B in Maths is also required
- BA International Business & Modern Languages final mark of 60% required plus Higher B in one of the languages to be studied. Other evidence of ability in Modern Languages may be considered
Faculty of Education
- BA Community Education final mark of 55% required. You should also offer evidence of relevant work experience in the community
- BA Social Work final mark of 55% required plus relevant work experience and a well focused Personal Statement
Pre-Entry Certificate students are also considered for entry to Arts & Social Sciences courses offered elsewhere. Applicants should check with the appropriate selectors at the other universities. The current fee for the Pre-Entry Certificate Course is £200.00. Those who are in receipt of Housing Benefit, Income Support, Family Credit, or registered Jobseekers will only pay a £10.00 administration fee. You can obtain further information on the Pre-Entry Certificate Course by contacting Linda Anderson t: 0141 548 4389. Course information is available at Centre for Lifelong Learning.
Scottish Wider Access Programme
The Scottish Wider Access programme offers a wide range of courses for adults thinking about opportunities to access higher education that do not have any qualifications or have not studied within the last 5 years. Access courses are run in Further Education Colleges and generally start late August and finish the following June. Attendance is usually about 3½ days per week. Strathclyde welcomes applications from Access students directly onto most of our degree courses. You should check with the Academic Selector for your proposed degree to confirm that your course is an appropriate one.
For further information contact SWAP t: 0800 7310949 or visit their website .
Summer School
The University offers potential students a 7-week Summer School. The subjects offered are Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Economics and English. You might be recommended to attend by admissions staff if you are entering a Science or Engineering degree and they feel that you need additional instruction in one of the sciences. If you feel you would benefit you can request a place. For further information please contact the Summer School Administrator.