Access to Higher Education - Health and Social Care

• Study mode: Full Time
• Duration: Access to Higher Education - Health and Social Care
• Student type: Adults
• Course code: A0074/201B

The Access to Higher Education Diploma is a qualification which prepares students for study at degree level. If you’re over 19 and would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, then our Access to Higher Education course could be the answer.

This intensive one year course will equip you with the study skills and knowledge you need in order to progress onto university level learning. With family friendly hours, small class sizes and excellent one to one support, the Access to Higher Education Diploma is ideal for those who want to further themselves and their career. As there is no upper-age limit, this course attracts a diverse range of students who find the course challenging, intellectually stimulating and rewarding.

The Access to Higher Education Diploma is widely recognised by UK universities, and many actively encourage applications from Access students. Each year, around 20,000 Access to Higher Education students apply for a degree course at a UK university. They go on to study a wide range of subjects, including health and social care, law, education, and business.

Here at Lakes College, you will study a wide range of subjects related to the health and social care profession, so you can broaden your mind and develop your academic skills in readiness for university. Many of our students have gone on to study at university in subjects such as Nursing, Midwifery, Mental Health Nursing and Teaching. By studying this course, you will achieve an Access to Higher Education Diploma.

Entry requirements

You must have GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above. In cases where a science GCSE is required by a University then the Human Physiology unit of the Access course is recognised as an equivalent and will meet the entry requirements for the university. We recommend you confirm this with your chosen University before you begin the Access course.

Costs

Funding may be available for 19-23 year olds.. Advanced Learning Loans are available for further education courses at Level 3, 4 and 5. They operate like higher education loans with deferred payments until you earn over approximately £25,000 per year - information available at www.gov.uk
You have the option of taking out a loan or setting up a payment plan with the college that best suits your needs. Actual Cost is: £3384.00. All costs are subject to slight changes.

What next?

This course is specifically designed to allow you to progress on to a range of Health and Social Care related undergraduate degrees including Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Counselling, Radiography and Psychology.