Access to Higher Education: Health Science Professions

An Access to Higher Education Diploma will enable you to go to university if you don’t currently have the qualifications you need. They are widely recognised by most universities, including local institutes such as Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Essex and the University of East London.

You must be aged 19 or over at registration You must have English Language GCSE grade C/4 or above or Level 2 Functional Skills English. It is desirable that you also have GCSE/L2 Maths but if not, then a commitment to study it alongside your Access course is required as most universities require both English and Maths. We offer GCSE Maths as a face-to-face evening course or alternatively if you want to study online we recommend Academy Online as one of our partners.

On this course, you can choose from a range of specialisms, as well as develop your study skills. You will also undertake a research project on a topic of your choice with the aim of developing your independent learning skills. You can undertake this course at your own pace with self-guided hours. You will have access to a variety of learning materials to ensure you are able to pass this long-distance online course. There are a wide range of pathways on offer within this course, including: Nursing Dental Hygiene Paramedicine Mental Health Nursing Midwifery Physiotherapy Radiography Psychology Biomedical Science Social Science Nutrition and Dietetics Biology Social Work Occupational Therapy Operating Department Practice Environmental Health Podiatry Speech Therapy Chiropractic Care