Access to Higher Education

There are 13 courses available.

Click on the course title for further information.

• Access to Health & Human Sciences - 1 Year

  This diploma is suitable if you are considering a degree requiring a foundation in science. As well as developing essential study skills in preparation for university study, you will complete modules in anatomy & physiology, nutrition and biochemistry.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Humanities - 1 Year

  This pathway will introduce you to new ways of thinking: you will develop your skills of analysis, reflection and debate as well as academic skills to prepare you for independent study at university. This pathway can lead to a career in teaching, the civil service, PR, marketing and the voluntary sector. Subject choices include History, Literature, Philosophy and Psychology.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Media Communications - 1 Year

  This pathway is for those who wish to progress on to a career in television, journalism, film, public relations or advertising. It may also appeal to students seeking a managerial or administrative position requiring creativity and imagination. You will gain a variety of practical media skills and the academic grounding required to succeed in university education. Subjects studied include practical journalism, media production and practice and understanding modern media.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Midwifery - 1 Year

  This is a specialised diploma for those who are planning to undertake a midwifery degree, though it is also suitable for university applications for other nursing degree courses. You are strongly advised to supplement your studies with some related practical experience and we recommend that you organise this as soon as possible.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Music - 1 Year

  This pathway is for those with reasonable practical skills and musical experience who wish to go on to study music at university. Past students have gone on to study at major universities and conservatoires across the country.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Music Technology - 1 Year

  This pathway is for those who wish to go on to study at university with music technology as a main subject. It is particularly relevant if you wish to progress on to a career in music production, sound design, live or studio recording and sound engineering or post-production.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Nursing - 1 Year - Group A

  This diploma is for those who wish to progress to one of four nursing degrees; adult nursing, childcare nursing, mental health nursing or learning disabilities nursing. It is also suitable for progression as an Operating Department Practitioner. You can use this pathway to apply for Midwifery, but our Midwifery pathway is more specific for that profession.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Nursing - 1 Year - Group B

  This diploma is for those who wish to progress to one of four nursing degrees; adult nursing, childcare nursing, mental health nursing or learning disabilities nursing. It is also suitable for progression as an Operating Department Practitioner. You can use this pathway to apply for Midwifery, but our Midwifery pathway is more specific for that profession.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Social Science & Law - 1 Year

  Social sciences help you to develop your understanding about the culture, institutions, ideas and behaviour of the society you live in. You will develop skills in analysing and presenting factual information, examining and debating ideas as well a range of skills that will be invaluable in your university studies and career. Subjects studied include sociology, social policy and psychology as well as maths and study skills.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014

• Access to Social Work - 1 Year

  This diploma is suitable if you wish to progress on to a career in the public sector, particularly in social work and the caring professions. In addition to the successful completion of the Diploma, universities will expect you to have undertaken professional and/or voluntary work experience in an area relevant to social work, and will require a CRB check. We recommend that you organise some voluntary or paid work as soon as possible to gain experience.

  Course dates:

  Sep 2013–Jul 2014