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Community Access to Mainstream Learning - CAML

From where you are to where you want to go ...

This programme is an introduction to college and university study. It provides adults currently involved in learning, or who want to return to learning, with information, guidance and learning support enabling them to move onto the next level of study.

Programme format

The programme starts on Wednesday, 20th February at the Bowmar Centre and runs six hours each week for sixteen weeks. It is delivered over three days at times to suit you.

The course is free and support may be available for your childcare and travel expenses.

  • There are no exams. You will be given feedback from your tutors during the three support sessions built into the programme
  • At the end of the programme you move onto your chosen college or university course

Class Venues and Times

Forth Valley College, Alloa
  • Tuesdays - 10.00 am to 12 noon
Bowmar Centre, Alloa
  • Wednesdays and Thursdays - 10.00 am to 12 noon

The programme offers

  • A route into college or university study
  • Information about the range of courses available
  • Support and guidance to take the next step
  • A taste of college and university study and
  • support to develop the skills you need to succeed there
  • An opportunity to increase your earning potential
  • A chance to change your life

Programme content

Guidance and information for study
  • What courses are available at colleges and universities
  • What financial support is available
  • Careers information, application forms, CVs and interview skills
  • Setting and achieving goals
Computing skills for study
  • Word processing
  • Report and essay formats
  • Preparing presentations
  • Using the internet
  • Email
Learning for a new learning environment
  • Study skills
  • Motivation and concentration
  • Essay writing
  • Presentation skills

For more information, or to apply, please contact us at the address below. You can also download the CAML information leaflet which contains the above information.

This programme is a partnership initiative led by the University of Stirling and involves

Publications & documents

Contact information

For further information about this page please contact:

Shona Keenan
University of Stirling
DAICE, Institute of Eduation, D25, Pathfoot, University of Stirling
Tel: 01786 467953
Email:

Or use the on-line contact form.