Part-Time & Flexible Learning
Apply now for October 2020. Discover part-time study at Alm College
The College’s part-time and flexible learning options are designed to allow for study that fits alongside other commitments, such as work or family life.
Many of our courses are available to study on a full-time and part-time basis with stand-alone unit options also available, allowing you to build qualifications up over time.
The College offers small class sizes, high quality teaching and a diverse range of subjects.
Who can apply?
Part-time study is designed for individuals who cannot commit to full-time learning but are looking to enhance their career, qualifications or continuing professional development.
Units are SCQF credit-rated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and can be used for career development or for further study.
Open to all- there are no formal entry requirements.
How will classes be taught?
Teaching may take place during the day and/or in the evening, between 09.00 and 20.00 Monday to Friday.
The College has recently announced updates to its teaching arrangements. To achieve greater flexibility in student learning, classes within the first semester will be delivered through a blended model of face-to-face and digital teaching methods. The College is well placed to continue delivering high quality learning experiences through such methods.
Semester one in academic year 2020/21 starts on Monday 5 October. Teaching finishes on Friday 11 December and exams will take place from 14-18 December.
Semester one- week commencing 5 October 2020:
| Unit name | SCQF Level | Credits | Day | Time | Cost |
| Human Resource Management: An Introduction | 7 | 8 | Monday | 9.30-11.30 | £160 |
| Economic issues | 7 | 8 | Monday | 9.30-11.30 | £160 |
| Managing Operational Resources | 7 | 16 | Monday | 12.30-14.30 | £320 |
| Introduction to Islamic Studies | 9 | 12 | Wednesday | 9.30-11.30 | £240 |
| Woman in Islam | 10 | 12 | Wednesday | 15.30-17.30 | £240 |
| Arabic as a Foreign Language 5 (part-time) | 5 | 20 | Monday & Thursday | 18.00-20.30 | £375 |
| Behavioural Skills for Business | 8 | 8 | Tuesday | 9.30-11.30 | £160 |
| Communication: Business Communication | 7 | 8 | Tuesday | 10.00-12.00 | £160 |
| Developing Entrepreneurial Skills | 7 | 8 | Tuesday | 12.30-14.30 | £160 |
| Introduction to Business Law | 7 | 8 | Tuesday | 13.00-15.00 | £160 |
| Managing Marketing Resources | 8 | 8 | Tuesday | 14.40-16.40 | £160 |
| Arabic as Foreign Language 6 (part-time) | 6 | 20 | Tuesday & Thursday | 18.00-20.30 | £375 |
| Arabic as a Foreign Language 5 (full-time) | 5 | 20 | Wed/ Thurs/ Fri | 9.30-12.45 | £375 |
| Arabic as a Foreign Language 9 (full-time) | 9 | 20 | Wed/ Thurs/ Fri | 9.30-12.45 | £375 |
| Islamic Moral Economy and Finance | 11 | 20 | Wednesday | 9.30-11.30 | £400 |
| Applied Islamic Banking and Insurance | 11 | 20 | Wednesday | 15.30-17.30 | £400 |
| Theoretical and Practical Entrepreneurship | 11 | 20 | Wednesday | 15.30-17.30 | £400 |
| Sustainable Development: Discourse & Policy | 11 | 20 | Wednesday | 15.30-17.30 | £400 |
Fees & Funding
Full fees information can be found here.
Part-time fee grants are available from SAAS and the College offers fee-waivers for non-SAAS eligible students.
How do I apply?
Apply online here.