Access to HE Diploma in Science is a Level 3 qualification designed for adults aged 19+ who want to progress to university-level study in science or healthcare. This intensive one-year course is ideal if you are returning to education or changing careers. It provides the scientific knowledge, academic skills and confidence needed to succeed in higher education.
The course is made up of 60 Level 3 credits, combining core science subjects with essential study skills.
You will learn through lectures, practical experiments, group work and independent study, supported by a personal tutor who will guide you through your studies and university applications.
You will also develop key academic skills such as research, report writing, data analysis and exam preparation.
After successfully completing this course, you can progress to:
Assessment is carried out through a combination of:
Each unit uses one or more of these methods to build a portfolio of evidence.
Access to HE Diploma in Science
The fee for this course is £3,384.00.
The amount you pay may depend on your individual circumstances, including your age, residency status, employment status, whether you receive certain benefits, and how the course is funded. You may be eligible to study for free or receive help towards the cost of your course.
Before completing enrolment, all learners aged 19 and over will have a fee assessment to confirm how much, if anything, they need to pay. You may be asked to provide evidence to support your eligibility for fee remission or funding. Any eligible fee reduction will be applied before your enrolment is completed. Find out more about course fees, funding and eligibility on our Fees page.
“My experience at College of Northwest London, has been exciting, it has been thrilling and it has been full of opportunities, and we have the tutors that help us whenever we’re in need. We go on educational trips to get a feel for what university life is like. We have the careers advisors that help us on our path, our university path.”
“At City of Westminster College, my experience has been the best of all the other colleges I’ve attended. The reason I like CWC is because the teachers make my journey easier with assessment and exams. I’m a Level Two Science student and I enjoy my lessons because most of them are practical, which are helpful for me. I love studying at CWC because you meet people from other countries – all over the world and from all different communities.”
Our dedicated Additional Learning Support team delivers personalised, learner-centred support across every aspect of college life - from in-class and specialist interventions to exam arrangements, assistive technology and wellbeing support.
We understand that finances can be a concern while studying. Our financial support services can help eligible students with travel, meals, equipment and other study-related costs so you can focus on achieving your goals.
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