Access to Higher Education
An Access to Higher Education qualification could get you into university in just 33 weeks. Courses include, science, social science, medicine & medical sciences, forensics & criminology and education & childhood studies.
Why choose an access to higher education course?
Whilst A Levels are commonly thought to be the main route to university, an Access to HE Diploma can get you there too. The diploma is equivalent to three A-Levels and is worth between 44 and 148 UCAS Tariff points that can be used towards your university application.
You will learn in a supportive environment and have access to additional writing tuition to make sure that you’re ready for degree-level study.
It’s recognised and accepted by universities
There’s a subject for everyone
Designed for those returning to education
Ongoing assessment rather than exams
Minimal entry requirements
Career Pathways
An access to higher education can support progression onto degree level programmes, which can open up a wide variety of career pathways, find a small selection of these below:
Science:
Scientist
Geologist
Meteorologist
Laboratory Technician
Environmental Scientist
Astronomer
Social Science
Psychologist
Social Worker
Advisor
Equality & Diversity Officer
Support Worker
Probation Officer
Medicine & Medical Sciences
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Clinical Scientist
Research Scientist
Doctor
Physiotherapist
Pharmacist
Forensics & Criminology
Police Officer
Detective
Forensic Scientist
Crime Scene Technician
Criminologist
DNA Analyst
Education & Childhood Studies
Teacher
Education Consultant
Family Support Worker
Play Therapist
Learning Mentor
Social Worker
