Access to HE Education Course in Lincoln

Cost£3,384.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCAVA

About this course

Access to HE Education Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. This level 3 access to he education course is designed for adults returning to education who want to progress to university. You'll study through lectures, seminars, discussion groups, presentations, and essay writing. These methods build the academic skills universities expect. Successful completion of this university access course is designed to give you direct entry into higher education.

Who this course is for

The Access to University programme (Access to HE Diploma) is an intensive course for those aged 19 plus, especially designed for people who are returning to education. The course is specifically geared towards a graduate career, and prepares students to improve their confidence and knowledge through a series of lectures, seminars, discussion groups, presentations, as well as essay writing.

Successful completion of this course is designed to allow you direct entry into Higher Education, with over 95percent of our students who achieve their Diploma going onto a wide range of Teaching roles and other Degrees depending on their subject specialism at UK wide universities as well as our local providers, Lincoln University and Bishop Grosseteste University.

During this programme you will study 2 of the following National Curriculum subjects: English Literature, History, or Biology with Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop academic writing skills, including structuring and presenting essays.
  • You'll practise presenting ideas clearly in discussion groups and seminars.
  • You'll build subject knowledge relevant to education and related fields.
  • You'll learn how to analyse and evaluate information at degree level.
  • You'll develop research skills to support independent study.
  • You'll gain experience of the lecture and seminar format used in higher education.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of lectures, seminars, discussion groups, and presentations in the classroom at Lincoln College. Assessment includes written essays and coursework. The course is intensive and full-time, running over 36 weeks. You'll be expected to engage actively in group discussions and develop your ability to present ideas clearly, both in writing and verbally.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Primary school teacher assistant: support children's learning in schools.
  • Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery settings.
  • Learning support assistant: help students with additional needs in education.
  • Community education worker: deliver learning programmes in community settings.
  • Youth worker: support young people's development outside school.
  • Education administrator: manage operations within schools or colleges.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Education Studies: a full undergraduate degree exploring how people learn and how education systems work.
  • BA (Hons) in Primary Education (with QTS): leads to qualified teacher status for primary schools.
  • BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies: focuses on child development from birth to eight years old.
  • PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education): for graduates who want to qualify as a teacher after completing a degree.

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