Articulation agreements
Explore our articulation agreements by subject area, and the HNC / HND that you can do at D&A College:
Accounting
HNC Accounting
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA Accountancy | 1+3 | 120 SCQF points in HNC. A in all Graded Units. Curriculum to include: Research Skills (F60A34). |
Abertay | BA (Hons Accounting and Finance with Business Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance | 1+3 | Income tax module, if available. Pass Graded Units (for BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance). Require 120 SCQF credit points from HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Business & Management | 1+3 | Income tax module, if available. C in Graded Unit (for BA (Hons) Business and Management). Require 120 SCQF credit points from HNC. |
Open University | BA Hons Business Management | Credit transfer | HNC to include 3 units related to marketing, Economics, HRM, Law, Business Culture, Personal Financial Services, or mathematics and statistics for business. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Business Management | Graded Unit B. |
HND Accounting
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA Accountancy | 2+2 | A in all Graded Units; curriculum to include Research Skills and Company Law 240 SCQF credit points from HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Business Analytics | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with People Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) Accounting | 2+2 | AAA in Graded Units. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance | 2+2 | Income tax module, if available. Pass Graded Units. 240 SCQF credit points from HND. |
Open University | BA Hons Business Management | Credit transfer | HND to include 3 units related to marketing, Economics, HRM, Law, Business Culture, Personal Financial Services, or mathematics and statistics for business. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Business Management with finance | 2+2 | CB. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Accounting and Finance (Taught route) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Accounting and Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Animal Care
HNC Animal Care
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Biological Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34)) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Conservation Biology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Ecology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Marine Biology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Plant and Soil Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Zoology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
HND Animal Care
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Biological Sciences | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Biology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Conservation Biology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Ecology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Marine Biology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Aberdeen | BSc Plant and Soil Science | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HNC (120 SCQF credit points) and A in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Zoology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and AA in Graded Units. Curriculum to include: either Ecology unit (H39A 34) or Aberdeen University Online Introductory Ecology Course and Statistics unit or Aberdeen University Online Statistics Course (BI2021). |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Bioscience | 2+2 | A in Graded Unit. Consideration may be given for year 3 entry on an individual basis. Must have achieved 240 credits in HND. |
Art & Design
HNC 3D Design: Product and Interior Design
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Visual Communication and Design | 1+3 | B or above in Graded Unit. Applicants considered on an individual basis. 120 SCQF credits achieved in HNC. |
HND Computer Arts and Design (Animation)
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA Hons Computer Art | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Interactive Media | 2+2 | B or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
HND Computer Arts and Design (Digital)
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA Hons Computer Art | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Interactive Media | 2+2 | B or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
HND Contemporary Art Practice
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Art and Contemporary Practices | 2+2 | B or above in the Graded Unit. Plus 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
HND Photography
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Visual Communication and Design |
2+2 |
B or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 240 SCQF credits in HND. Applications considered on an individual basis. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Creative Enterprise |
2+2 |
Degree validated by QMU, delivered by Fife College. Full completion of HND award with Graded Unit 2 at Grade B or above. An academic reference is required and, where applicable, submission of a portfolio which demonstrates suitability for the demands of the course. |
HND Textiles
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Heriot Watt | BA (Hons) Design for Textiles | 2+2 | HND students should pass the course with 30 credits and achieve: BB in Graded Unit – year 3 entry. Additional requirements: suitable portfolio demonstrating interest in communication design / illustration / digital design. Details online - https://www.hw.ac.uk/documents/guidelines-for-portfolio-applicants.pdf. Selection is dependent on interview. Students should meet the English Language entry requirements for the programme and the University. Students should also present with an excellent UCAS personal statement and academic reference. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Contemporary Textiles | 2+2 | You will be required to submit a portfolio of visual work which clearly demonstrates your capacity to cope with the demands of the BA (Hons) Contemporary Textiles C or above in the Graded Unit. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Fine Art Textiles | 2+2 | You will be required to submit a portfolio of visual work which clearly demonstrates your capacity to cope with the demands of the BA (Hons) Contemporary Textiles C or above in the Graded Unit. Must have achieved 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
Building Services & Built Environment
HNC Built Environment
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Heriot Watt | BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management | 1+3 | Pass HNC with 15 units. A in Graded Unit Students should meet the English Language entry requirements for the programme and the University Students should also present with an excellent UCAS personal statement and academic reference. |
Heriot Watt | BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying | 1+3 | Pass HNC with 15 units. A in Graded Unit Students should meet the English Language entry requirements for the programme and the University Students should also present with an excellent UCAS personal statement and academic reference. |
Highlands and Islands | BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering year 1 (year 2 will be considered with Recognition of Prior Learning) | 1+3 | B or above in Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology year 2 (with some additional study) | 1+3 | B or above in Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of aforementioned HNC. A minimum of Grade B (60%) in the Graded Unit and passes in all other units. |
HND Architectural Technology
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology | 2+2 | B or above in Graded Unit. |
Robert Gordon | BSC Hons Architectural Technology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of the above HND course. Achieve grade ‘A’ (minimum 70%) in both Graded Units and passes in all other units with evidence of having REVIT training. |
HND Civil Engineering
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BEng Hons Civil Engineering | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Heriot Watt | BEng (Hons) MEng Structural Engineering | 2+2 | HND students should achieve: Pass HND with 30 units. BA in Graded Units. A in final Graded Unit. At least SCQF L7 in a relevant Mathematics course, i.e. H72M 34. Maths for Civil Engineering. Students should meet the English Language entry requirements for the programme and the University. Students should also present with an excellent UCAS personal statement and academic reference. |
Heriot Watt | BEng (Hons)/ MEng Civil Engineering | 2+2 | HND students should achieve: Pass HND with 30 units. BA in Graded Units. A in final Graded Unit. At least SCQF L7 in a relevant Mathematics course, i.e. H72M 34. Maths for Civil Engineering. Students should meet the English. Language entry requirements for the programme and the University. Students should also present with an excellent UCAS personal statement and academic reference. |
Highlands and Islands | BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering | 2+2 | Grade B or above in the Civil Engineering Graded Unit 2. |
Business & Administration
HNC Business
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA Business Management | 1+2 | A in all Graded Units. 120 SCQF credit points from HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Dundee | BSc Business Economics with Marketing | 1+2 | All elements of the HNC. Applicants must obtain a grade A in the Graded Unit of the HNC. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. |
Dundee | BSc Business Management | 1+2 | All elements of the HNC. Applicants must obtain a grade A in the Graded Unit of the HNC. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. |
Dundee | BSc Economics | 1+2 | All elements of the HNC. Applicants must obtain a grade A in the Graded Unit of the HNC. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. |
Dundee | BSc International Business | 1+2 | All elements of the HNC. Applicants must obtain a grade A in the Graded Unit of the HNC. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Business and Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Requires 120 credit points from HNC. |
Open University | BA (Hons) Business Management | Credit transfer | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Graded Unit B. |
HND Administration & Information Technology
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) International Supply Chain Management | 2+2 | BB in Graded Units. |
HND Business
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA Business Management | 2+2 | A in all Graded Units. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Business Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Events Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Marketing and Business Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Dundee | BSc Business Economics with Marketing | 2+2 | All applicants should normally have passed Higher Mathematics at grade C or above for entry to Economics Programmes. All elements of the HND. Applicants must obtain A in the Graded Unit of the HND. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. 120 SCQF credits at Level 8. |
Dundee | BSc Business Management | 2+2 | All applicants should normally have passed Higher Mathematics at grade C or above for entry to Economics Programmes. All elements of the HND. Applicants must obtain A in the Graded Unit of the HND. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. 120 SCQF credits at Level 8. |
Dundee | BSc Economics | 2+2 | All applicants should normally have passed Higher Mathematics at grade C or above for entry to Economics Programmes. All elements of the HND. Applicants must obtain A in the Graded Unit of the HND. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. 120 SCQF credits at Level 8. |
Dundee | BSc International Business | 2+2 | All applicants should normally have passed Higher Mathematics at grade C or above for entry to Economics Programmes. All elements of the HND. Applicants must obtain A in the Graded Unit of the HND. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. 120 SCQF credits at Level 8. |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) Economics Policy | 2+2 | BB in Graded Units. |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) International Supply Chain Management | 2+2 | BB in Graded Units. |
Highlands and Islands | BA Hons Business Management | 2+2 | Graded Unit C or above, plus 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
Open University | BA Hons Business Management | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of requirements and credits. |
Queen Margaret | MA Hons Business Management | 2+2 | CB in Graded Units and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Queen Margaret | MA Hons Business Management with Enterprise | 2+2 | CB in Graded Units and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Queen Margaret | MA Hons Business Management with Finance | 2+2 | CB in Graded Units and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Queen Margaret | MA Hons Business Management with Marketing | 2+2 | CB in Graded Units and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Business and Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Business with Human Resource Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Business with Marketing | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Events Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Fashion Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons International Hospitality Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons International Tourism Management | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Children & Young People
HNC Childhood Practice
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies | 1+3 | Must have achieved 120 SCQF credits points in HNC. C or above in the Graded Unit. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Childhood Practice | 1+3 | Have at least two years’ work experience in an appropriate setting PLUS: A recognised SSSC practitioner qualification such as HNC Childhood Practice OR A relevant SCQF level 7 qualification, for example: Social Services: Children and Young People; Children’s Care Learning and Development/Playwork; or equivalent. For applicants without sufficient credits, modules are available to help you reach the required level. You must be employed within a relevant workplace environment. |
Open University | BA Hons Early Childhood | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Open University | Cert & Dip HE in Early Childhood | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Computing & Creative Media
HNC Computer Games Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc Hons Computer Games Applications Development | 1+3 | With either SQA Higher Maths at B or bespoke Maths. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Computing | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
HNC Cyber Security
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Computing | 1+3 | Need J0HD Scripting for Security. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Ethical Hacking | 1+3 | Need J0HD Scripting for Security. |
Dundee | BSc Computing | 1+3 | All elements of the HNC. Applicants must obtain a grade A in the Graded Unit of the HNC. Completed Java Online pre-sessional module. Applicants must have passed Higher Mathematics at grade C or above. 120 SCQF credits at level 7. |
HND Computer Games Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Computing | 2+2 | With H171 Software Development or F86A Games Development: OOP. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Computing | 2+2 | HND 2nd Year C or above, Must have achieved 240 credits in HND. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Computing (Application Software Development) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND course. Achieve a 'B' grade in the Stage 2 Graded Unit Project. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Digital Media (Games) | 2+2 | COURSE SUBJECT TO VALIDATION Satisfactory completion of HND course. Achieve a 'B' grade in the Stage 2 Graded Unit Project. |
HND Computing: Software Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc Hons Computing | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Computing | 2+2 | HND second year Graded Unit C or above. |
Open University | BSc Hons Computing and IT practice | Credit transfer | Students will be expected to demonstrate relevant work experience in an IT setting. |
Robert Gordon | BSc (Hons) Computing (Application Software Development) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of the above HND course. Achieve a 'B' grade in the Stage 2 Graded Unit Project. |
HND Cyber Security
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Computing | 2+2 | Need H171 Soft Dev:OOP or J272J Comp Programming and HH3L Programming: App Math. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking | 2+2 | Need H171 Soft Dev:OOP or J272J Comp Programming and HH3L Programming: App Math. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Computing | 2+2 | HND second year Graded Unit C or above and 240 SCQF credit points in HND. Candidates must have completed the following, or the equivalent of, Higher National units: Relational Database Systems and Publishing on the Internet or E-Commerce: Publishing websites. |
Open University | BSc (Hons) Computing & IT Practice | Credit transfer | Students will be expected to demonstrate relevant work experience in an IT setting. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Cyber Security | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND course. Satisfactory completion of CISCO 1 or equivalent. Achieve a B grade in the Stage 2 Graded Unit. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Cyber Security with Computer Network Management and Design | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of the above HND course. Satisfactory completion of CISCO 1 and CISCO 2 or equivalent. Achieve a B grade in the Stage 2 Graded Unit. |
HND Digital Design and Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Interactive Media | 2+2 | B or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 240 SCQF credits in HND. |
Engineering
HNC Engineering Mechanical
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Civil and Environmental) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Civil and Structural) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Civil) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Mechanical and Electrical) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Mechanical with Oil and Gas Studies) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Engineering (Mechanical) | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Aberdeen | BEng Petroleum Engineering | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include Maths 1, 2 and 3 or equivalent. |
Highlands and Islands | BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. |
Open University | BEng (Hons) Engineering | Credit transfer | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Events & Tourism
HNC Events
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Business and Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 120 SCQF credits points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Events Management | 1+3 | C or above in the Graded Unit. Must have achieved 120 credits in HNC. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Events & Festival Management | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Event Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
HNC Travel and Tourism
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism Management | 1+3 | C or above in the Graded Unit. Successful completion of 120 credits at SCQF level 7. All students are interviewed as to their suitability and should be able to demonstrate a personal commitment to and provide a log of practical to adventure-based activities. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) International Hospitality, Tourism & Events Management | 1+3 | Graded unit B. |
Fashion Business
HNC Fashion Business
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Fashion Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Health & Social Care
HNC Healthcare Practice
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSC (Hons) Mental Health Nursing | 1+3 | Must have 675 eligible practice hours. |
Dundee | BSc Nursing (Adult or Mental Health) | 1+3 | A in the Graded Unit. 720 practice learning hours and achievement of practice competencies equivalent to UoD year 1. Completion of a transition programme provided by the School of Health Sciences. Successful interview. 120 SCQF credits from HNC. Students on NHS endorsed route are selected prior to starting following interview. |
Edinburgh Napier | 3 year Pre-registration Nursing Programme (BN) LD nursing | 1+3 | 1. HNC Healthcare Practice (enhanced) including NMC specified practice hours, at least 600 hrs (min. C pass in the Graded Unit). 2. Clinical documentation (with appropriate clinical documentation for LD nursing provided by Edinburgh Napier via e-PAD (Electronic Practice Assessment Documentation). 3. Placement allocation through Dundee University. 4. Moving and handling. 5. Safe working practice unit. ** 6. BLS. 7. Supply of uniforms. 1. Joint selection/interviewing for those seconded by NHS, for LD nursing, including staff members from Dundee and Angus College, provider organisation and Edinburgh Napier. When possible involvement of service user. 2. Tripartite meetings: Dundee and Angus College, NHS. Tayside and Edinburgh Napier. 3. PEF support. ** When learners join us in year 2, we will update their prevention and safe management of violence and aggression training before their new placements. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Adult or Mental Health Nursing | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and in addition to the HNC, applicants must also achieve 600 hours clinical practice through HNC placements. HNC must have 120 SCQF credit points. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Nursing (Adult Nursing) | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of the above HNC course normally within one year. Minimum of 675 approved practice hours. Satisfactory PVG and Occupational Health clearance. Satisfactory interview. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of the above HNC course normally within one year. Minimum of 675 approved practice hours. Satisfactory PVG and Occupational Health clearance. Satisfactory interview. |
HNC Social Services
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Sociology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies | 1+3 | Must achieve 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | 1+3 | HNC Social Science (12 credit) with 3 additional SCQF credits at level 7 which is equivalent to 120 degree credit points total, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit will be considered for direct entry to year two. |
Open University | BA Hons Social Work | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Open University | BA/BSc Hons Health and Social Care | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Open University | Dip HE Social Care | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Hospitality & Professional Cookery
HNC Hospitality Operations
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Analytics | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Business Management with People Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Digital Marketing and Events Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Marketing and Business Management | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Business and Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Must achieve 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Hospitality Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Queen Margaret | BA(Hons) International Hospitality, Tourism & Events Management | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit. |
HNC Professional Cookery
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Events Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Hospitality Management | 1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit. Must have achieved 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Performing Arts
HNC Acting & Performance
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Drama and Production | 1+3 | Applicants with 15 credits and grade B or above are eligible to apply for year 2. Applicants will also be asked to submit a recording of a short presentation about a performance they have either watched or participated in, focussing on the production elements. They also need to submit written answers to a short set of questions about their interest in the course. |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Drama | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit. |
HND Acting & Performance
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Queen Margaret | BA (Hons) Performance | 2+2 | BB. |
Science
HNC Applied Sciences
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Biochemistry | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biological Sciences | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum o include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology) | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Chemistry | 1+3 | A pass in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Mathematics for Science (H8XP). Inorganic Chemistry (B) (H92Y. Physical Chemistry (B) (H936). |
Aberdeen | BSc Conservation Biology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Ecology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Genetics | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Genetics (Immunology) | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Human Embryology and Developmental Biology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Immunology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Immunology and Pharmacology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Marine Biology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Microbiology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Molecular Biology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Pharmacology | 1+3 | A grade in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Physics | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Mathematics for Science 1. Mathematics for Science 2. Physics for Life Sciences. Physics Principles: Heat and Thermodynamics. Physics Principles: Mechanics. Electricity and Magnetism. Physics: Light and Optics. |
Aberdeen | BSc Physiology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | BSc Plant and Soil Science | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or Aberdeen Uni online Introductory Ecology course. |
Aberdeen | BSc Zoology | 1+3 | A in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Curriculum to include: Statistics for Science 1. Ecology and Ecosystems or University of Aberdeen online Introductory Ecology course. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Fitness, Nutrition and Health | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Food and Consumer Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Food Science Nutrition and Wellbeing | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Food, Nutrition and Health | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Psychology (including named pathways) | 1+3 | HNC Applied Sciences with Graded Unit: A plus Higher Psychology: B. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Biomedical Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Forensic Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Bioscience | 1+3 | A grade in the Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credit points achieved in HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Environmental Science | 1+3 | 120 SCQF credit points in HNC and C in Graded Unit. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Geography | 1+3 | 120 SCQF credit points in HNC and C in Graded Unit. |
Open University | BSc Hons Natural Sciences | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of requirements and credits. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Nutrition | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and strong tutor reference and personal statement, and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Applied Bioscience | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. Achieve an 'A' grade in the Graded Unit. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Biomedical Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. Achieve an 'A' grade in the Graded Unit. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Forensic and Analytical Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. Achieve a 'B' grade in the Graded Unit. |
St Andrews | BSc General Degree | 1+3 | Completion of HNC Applied Sciences with a minimum of 15 credits and an A in the graded Unit. Successful interview at St Andrews. |
St Andrews | Named Honours Degree in Faculty of Science | 1+3 | Completion of HNC Applied Sciences with a minimum of 15 credits and an A in the Graded Unit. Successful interview at St Andrews. |
HND Applied Biological Sciences
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Biochemistry | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biological Sciences | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Genetics | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Genetics (Immunology) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Human Embryology and Developmental Biology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Immunology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Immunology and Pharmacology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Microbiology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Molecular Biology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Pharmacology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Aberdeen | BSc Physiology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND (240 SCQF credit points) and A in all Graded Units. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Open University | BSc Hons Natural Sciences | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of requirements and credits. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Nutrition | 2+2 | CB. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Applied Bioscience | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND course. Achieve 2 A grades in Graded Units. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Biomedical Science | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND course. Achieve 2 A grades in Graded Units. |
Social Science
HNC Police Studies
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Criminology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Criminology and Policing | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Sociology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Social Sciences. BA (Hons) Sociology and Politics. BA (Hons) Criminology. BA (Hons) Criminology and Theology. BA (Hons) Sociology and Theology. BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Criminology. BA (Hons) History and Criminology. BA (Hons) Literature and Criminology. BA (Hons) Politics and Criminology. BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology. BA (Hons) Politics. |
1+3 | C or above in Graded Unit and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BA (Hons) Applied Social Science | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
HNC Social Sciences
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA Anthropology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA Geography | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA Geography and International Relations | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Geography and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA History | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA History and International Relations | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA History and Philosophy | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA History and Politics | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA History and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA International Relations and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Philosophy | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA Philosophy and Politics | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Philosophy and Psychology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Philosophy and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Politics and International Relations | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA Politics and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Psychology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Aberdeen | MA Psychology and Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. Joint honours programmes, students must take A and B for both disciplines. |
Aberdeen | MA Sociology | 1+3 | B in all Graded Units and 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Criminology and Policing | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA Hons Criminology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BA Hons Sociology | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Psychology (including pathways) | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | 1+3 | A in Graded Unit. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Social Sciences BA (Hons) Sociology and Theology BA (Hons) Criminology and Theology BA (Hons) Politics and Archaeology BA (Hons) Politics and Criminology BA (Hons) Politics and Theology BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons) Sociology and Politics BA (Hons) Literature BA (Hons) Literature and Criminology BA (Hons) Literature and Politics BA (Hons) Literature and Sociology BA (Hons) Literature and Theology BA (Hons) Gaelic Scotland BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) Scottish History BA (Hons) History and Archaeology BA (Hons) History and Criminology BA (Hons) History and Literature BA (Hons) History and Politics BA (Hons) History and Sociology BA (Hons) History and Theology BA (Hons) Scottish History and Archaeology BA (Hons) Scottish History and Criminology BA (Hons) Scottish History with Gaelic Studies BA (Hons) Scottish History and Literature BA (Hons) Scottish History and Politics BA (Hons) Scottish History and Sociology BA (Hons) Scottish History and Theology BA (Hons) Archaeology BA (Hons) Archaeology and Criminology BA (Hons) Archaeology with Gaelic Studies BA (Hons) Archaeology and Literature BA (Hons) Archaeology and Sociology BA (Hons) Archaeology and Theology BA (Hons) Philosophy BA (Hons) Philosophy & History BA (Hons) Philosophy & Literature BA( Hons) Philosophy & Politics BA (Hons) Philosophy & Sociology BA (Hons) Philosophy & Theology BA (Hons) Theological Studies BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Archaeology BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Criminology BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage with Gaelic Studies BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and History BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Literature BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Politics BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Sociology BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Theology BA (Hons) Culture, Heritage and Scottish History BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics. |
1+3 | HNC Social Science (12 SCQF credits) with 3 additional SCQF credits at level 7 which is equivalent to 120 degree credit points, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit will be considered for direct entry to year two. |
Open University | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Psychology | 1+3 | A in Graded Unit. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Psychology & Sociology | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Public Sociology | 1+3 | B in Graded Unit and strong tutor reference and personal statement. 120 SCQF credit points in HNC. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Applied Social Sciences | 1+3 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
St Andrews | FE-HE Pathway to Arts | 1+3 | Second year entry on the FE-HE Pathway to Arts programme. After successful completion of year two, students will progress directly into year three of one of St Andrews named degree programmes within the Faculty of Arts. Completion of HNC Social Sciences with a minimum of 12 credits and an A in the Graded Unit. A pass in the relevant 1000 level St Andrews module on the MA Combined Studies programme. Successful interview at St Andrews. English Route: Social Sciences HNC (A) and semester 2 module (MA Combined Studies) EN1901 pass Module choices - one of EN1003, EN1004, CO1001 or CO1002 plus EN2003 and EN2004. 60 further credits from 1000 and 2000 level options, with at least 80 credits at 2000 level. Social Anthropology Social Sciences HNC (A) and semester 2 module (MA Combined Studies) SA1901 pass Module choices - SA1002, SA2001 and SA2002. 60 further credits from 1000 and 2000 level options, with at least 80 credits at 2000 level. History (Mediaeval or Modern) Route: Social Sciences HNC (A) and semester 2 module (MA Combined Studies) ME2901 pass Mediaeval: ME1003, ME1006, ME2003, plus one of AN2003, HI2001, MH2002 or MO2008. 40 further credits from 1000 and 2000 level options, with at least 80 credits at 2000 level. Modern Route: MO1007, MO1008, MO2008 and HI2001. 40 further credits from 1000 and 2000 level options, with at least 80 credits at 2000 level. |
HND Social Science
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | MA History | 2+2 | BBA in Graded Unit, where A is in the Graded Unit in the discipline of study and 240 SCQF credit points in HND. Curriculum to include: History A: Introducing Topics within a Historical Period (FK7V 34). History B: Analysing Topics within a Historical Period (J02X 34). History C: Evaluating Topics within a Historical Period (J0LS 34). History D: Specialist Study (FK7T 35). |
Aberdeen | MA History and Sociology | 2+2 | BBA in Graded Unit, where A is in the Graded Unit in the discipline of study, and 240 SCQF points in HND. Curriculum to include a combination of as many of the below courses as is possible at your College.: History A: Introducing Topics within a Historical Period (FK7V 34). History B: Analysing Topics within a Historical Period (J02X 34). History C: Evaluating Topics within a Historical Period (J0LS 34). History D: Specialist Study (FK7T 35). Sociology A: Introduction to Sociology (FK8R 34). Sociology B: Applying Sociological Theories and Studies to Sociological Topics (J038 35). Social Science: Research Issues (J0NA 35). Sociology C: Analysing and Evaluating. Sociological Debates (J0NA 35). |
Aberdeen | MA Sociology | 2+2 | BBA in Graded Unit, where A is in the Graded Unit in the discipline of study, and 240 SCQF credit points in HND. Curriculum to include: Sociology A: Introduction to Sociology (FK8R 34). Sociology B: Applying Sociological Theories and Studies to Sociological Topics (J038 35). Social Science: Research Issues (J0NA 35). Sociology C: Analysing and Evaluating. Sociological Debates (J0NA 35). FK8P 35 Sociology D: Specialist Study (FK8P 35). |
Abertay | BA Hons Sociology | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Social Science | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Glasgow Caledonian | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | 2+2 | AB/BA (ABB/BAB/BBA) in Graded Unit. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | 2+2 | At least grade C in the Graded Unit will be considered for direct entry to year three. Must have achieved 240 credits in HND. |
Open University | BA (Hons) Social Sciences | Credit transfer | See articulation agreement for details of credits. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Psychology & Sociology | 2+2 | CB. |
Queen Margaret | BSc (Hons) Public Sociology | 2+2 | CB. |
Robert Gordon | BA Hons Applied Social Sciences | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of aforementioned HND. Normally achieve one ‘B’ grade in the Graded Units. |
Sport & Fitness
HNC Sports Coaching and Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Abertay | BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise (including named pathway programmes) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Adventure Education | 1+3 | Successful completion of 120 credits at SCQF level 7 in HNC and C in Graded Unit. All students are interviewed as to their suitability and should be able to demonstrate a clear practical commitment, and provide a log of practical to adventure-based activities. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism Management | 1+3 | Successful completion of 120 credits at SCQF level 7 and C in Graded Unit in HNC. All students are interviewed as to their suitability and should be able to demonstrate a clear practical commitment, and provide a log of practical to adventure-based activities. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Adventure Performance and Coaching | 1+3 | Successful completion of 120 credits at SCQF level 7 in HNC and C in Graded Unit. All students are interviewed as to their suitability and should be able to demonstrate a clear practical commitment, and provide a log of practical to adventure-based activities. |
Open University | BSc (Hons) Sport, Fitness & Coaching | Credit transfer | Satisfactory completion of HNC. |
HND Fitness, Health and Exercise
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Exercise and Health Science | 2+2 | A in all Graded Units in HND Students must sit Academic Skills for Sport Science Professionals as part of their third year curriculum. 240 SCQF credit points in HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Golf Management | 2+2 | HND second year Graded Unit C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG. Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Marine and Coastal Tourism | 2+2 | HND second year Graded Unit C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG. Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Sports Management | 2+2 | Graded Unit C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG. Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Sport and Fitness | 2+2 | Graded Unit C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG. Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. |
Open University | BSc (Hons) Sport, Fitness & Coaching | Credit transfer | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
HND Sports Coaching and Development
University | Course | Type | Entry requirements |
Aberdeen | BSc Applied Sports Science | 2+2 | A in all Graded Units in HND. Students must sit Academic Skills for Sport Science Professionals as part of their third year curriculum. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Sport and Exercise (including named pathway programs) | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Abertay | BSc Hons Sport and Psychology | 2+4 | Graded Unit at AA. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Golf Management | 2+2 | HND 2nd year C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. Must have achieved 240 credits in HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BA (Hons) Sports Management | 2+2 | HND 2nd year C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. Must have achieved 240 credits in HND. |
Highlands and Islands | BSc (Hons) Sport and Fitness | 2+2 | HND second year Graded Units C or above. Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course. |
Open University | BSc Hons Sport, Fitness and Coaching | Credit transfer | Satisfactory completion of HND. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Applied Sport and Exercise Science | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. Achieve one ‘A’ in HND Graded Unit and one ‘B’ in HNC Graded Unit. Full PVG required. Subject to selection process. |
Robert Gordon | BSc Hons Sports Coaching | 2+2 | Satisfactory completion of HND. Achieve one ‘A’ in HND Graded Unit and one ‘B’ in HNC Graded Unit. Full PVG required. Subject to selection process. |
Agreement Types
1+2 = 1 year at college + 2 at uni
1+3 = 1 year at college + 3 at uni
2+2 = 2 years at college + 2 at uni
2+4 = 2 years at college + 4 at uni
Credit transfer = If you have previously studied at the Higher Education level within the last 16 years, you may be able to count your study towards an Open University qualification.
To find out more about articulation or if you have any questions about the routes, please contact our Academic Partnerships team on apt@dundeeandangus.ac.uk.