Guidance and Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Click the links below to view answers to some frequently asked
questions.
Q I have chosen a full time course that I would like
to take, what do I do next?
Q There are two courses
that I would like to study but I am not sure which course to choose.
What should I do?
Q What subjects do I need
to take to get onto a HNC or HND ?
Q I need two Highers to
do the HNC that I want to do, but I didn’t do Highers at school.
Is there any other way I can gain entry to the course?
Q I am a mature student
(over 21) and I have chosen a course that I would like to do. It has
been years since I was at school and I have not done any other studying
since then. Will I be able to join the course?
Q I am currently receiving
job seekers allowance benefit but I would like to study full time will
this affect my benefit?
Q I am in receipt of benefits,
do I have to pay a fee?
Q I would like to study
at Anniesland College but I live too far away to travel each day, what
are my options?
Q I interested in taking
one unit of a course but I do not want to do the whole course, is this
possible?
Q My company needs an office
junior, but we are not sure how to go about recruiting and the training,
Can the college help?
Q Are college courses available
in the community?
Q I would like to attend
a course but I think I will need help with essay writing, is there any
help available?
Q I have chosen a full time course that I would like to take, what do I do next?
A Complete the application form at the back of the prospectus, stating clearly which course(s) you would like to study, and return it to the address provided. We will advise you what to do next once we receive it.
Q There are two courses that I would like to study but I am not sure which course to choose. What should I do?
A You should apply for all the courses that you would like to study. You can discuss each course further with the course tutor at the interview stage or beforehand by contacting the course leader directly.
Q What subjects do I need to take to get onto a HNC or HND ?
A Refer to the entry requirements for that particular course. If you are in any doubt, telephone the contacts under the 'course leader' section of the course details.
Q I need two Highers to do the HNC that I want to do, but I didn’t do Highers at school. Is there any other way I can gain entry to the course?
A Yes, there are two possible ways you can gain entry to the HNC. One option is to take the Highers that you require for the course, by studying full time or part time, and apply for the HNC once you successfully gain the Highers required. Alternatively, you should be able to apply for a NC level course in the same discipline which will offer entry to the HNC once you successfully complete it.
Q I am a mature student over 21) and I have chosen a course that I would like to do. It has been years since I was at school and I have not done any other studying since then. Will I be able to join the course?
A Candidates over 21 with relevant experience may be admitted after interview without the normal entry requirements at the discretion of the Principal.
Q I am currently receiving job seekers allowance benefit but I would like to study full time will this affect my benefit?
A You will lose your benefit if you study full time, however you will be able to study on a part time basis and keep your benefit.
Q I am in receipt of benefits, do I have to pay a fee?
A If you are receiving a means tested benefit then you may be eligible to have your fee waived if you attend college for a maximum of 15 hours (plus 5 hours study). Evidence of benefit is required.
Q I would like to study at Anniesland College but I live too far away to travel each day, what are my options?
A The college does not have Halls of Residence but Student Services produces an accommodation list which features flats and rooms to let in the area. Contact Student Services on 0141 357 6016 for a copy to be sent to you.
Q I interested in taking one unit of a course but I do not want to do the whole course, is this possible?
A Yes, this is called 'in-filling'. You should discuss this with the course leader, whose contact details are listed under the relevant course.
Q My company needs an office junior, but we are not sure how to go about recruiting and the training, Can the college help?
A Yes, our Training Unit offers this service. They will arrange for recruitment and training up to SVQ Level 2 / 3 under the Modern Apprenticeship scheme. Training can be provided even if you have already filled the position. Contact the Placement Officer on 0141 357 6107 for more information.
Q Are college courses available in the community?
A Yes, we provide community based adult learning programmes in conjunction with Community Learning and many of the courses are delivered in local centres and halls. Contact our Community Learning & Development Co-ordinator for further details on 0141 357 6060.
Q I would like to attend a course but I think I will need help with essay writing, is there any help available?
A Support for Learning is a service provided by specialist staff at Anniesland College which aims to support all learners achieve their learning goals. This area offers support in a range of areas, including essay writing. You will be able to sit down with a member of the team and work out a learning plan to suit your needs. Tutors can help you to work independently, on a one-to-one basis or in a group. Please indicate on your application form if you would like help from this service.