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Access to HE Diploma (Science)

Access to HE Diploma , Level 3
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What Our Students Say

I think I’ve really enjoyed the fact that I’ve had to make new friendships, especially because I didn’t know anyone coming in – but after the first few weeks I think I’ve adapted to it really well.

Dan

“The tutors here, they are really interactive and they’re always there, even outside of lessons whenever you need something, we don’t go around calling everyone Sir or Miss, second names – we use first names for everything and there’s a more relaxed and friendly communication between the tutors and the students.”

Harry

“I decided to study at Leeds City College because I liked the equipment and the rooms that they had, and I liked how it was a whole new space – it had only recently been built so everything was brand spanking new and it looked really clean and really nice.”

Rachel

Course Information

Introduction

If are returning to education and hope to study science at degree level, this course is for you. You’ll deepen your understanding of biology and chemistry alongside polishing your academic skills such as presenting and academic writing. Progression may include a degree.

As you study, you’ll cover a range of biology and chemistry units such as infection and immunity, and energy and equilibria. You’ll also develop your mathematics skills in algebra, logarithms, statistics, and calculus ready for degree-level study.

Take a look at our Essential Skills for Further Study in Science and Engineering course which can help you bridge your skills gap to be eligible for this Access to HE (Science) course.

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Who is this course for?

Are you looking to pursue your favourite subject at university but don’t quite meet the entry requirements? Designed for adult learners, our Access to HE qualifications bridge the gap between GCSEs and higher education and are recognised by many universities in the UK. We also have a selection ofpre-access courses that prepare you for our Access to HE courses. Didn’t get your GCSEs or need them to be higher? Our Access Foundation GCSE programme will support you with achieving passes in five GCSEs.

Entry requirements

GCSEs in English Language and Maths and at grade 4/C or above. Aged 19+.

Course details

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: 08/09/2025
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 77454-01
Fees (Adult): £3,258 plus exam fee of £126

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