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Access to HE Health Professions Course in Manchester

Cost£3,384.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Health Professions Course in Manchester. Classes run at Trafford and Stockport College Stretford Campus, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 access to HE health professions qualification is recognised by UK universities as a route into health-related degree programmes. You'll need GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C or 4 or above to enrol. In some cases, Functional Skills Numeracy Level 2 is accepted in place of GCSE Maths.

Who this course is for

Please contact the College for details as to who this course is aimed for

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or better before enrolling on the Access Diploma. Please note that some degree courses will also require GCSE Science at grade C/4 or better.In some circumstances, Functional Skills Numeracy level 2 instead of GCSE Mathematics is acceptable.Students who meet these entry requirements can apply for the level 2 pre-Access course (and GCSEs in English and/or Mathematics) to prepare for the Access to Higher Education Course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of human biology and the science behind health and disease.
  • You'll study the social and psychological factors that affect health and wellbeing.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll learn how to analyse and evaluate evidence in a health context.
  • You'll explore the structure and values of health and care services in the UK.
  • You'll practise referencing, essay writing, and presenting arguments clearly.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time across two academic years. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, essays, and research projects. There are no traditional exams. Work is built up into a portfolio of units, each assessed and graded. Grades contribute to an overall UCAS tariff score, which universities use when considering your application.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Trafford and Stockport College Stretford Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered nurse. Degree-level entry via NHS or university.
  • Midwife. Requires a midwifery degree; this course supports that application.
  • Paramedic. University paramedic science programmes accept Access qualifications.
  • Occupational therapist. Allied health degree with strong graduate demand.
  • Radiographer. Diagnostic or therapeutic; degree entry from this qualification.
  • Social worker. Degree-level profession; Access to HE is a recognised route in.
  • Healthcare assistant. Entry-level NHS and care roles while studying further.

What you could study next

This qualification is designed to lead directly into university. You could apply for a BSc in Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Occupational Therapy, Radiography, or a related health profession. Some degree programmes also ask for GCSE Science at grade C or 4 or above, so check individual university entry requirements before you apply. If you don't yet meet the entry requirements for this course, a Level 2 pre-Access programme or GCSE English and Maths courses can help you prepare.

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