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Access to HE Medicine Course in Bristol

Cost£3,384.00
Duration432 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Medicine Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS College Filton Campus, full-time during the day.

The course is designed to prepare you for university-level study in medicine and related health sciences. You'll study subjects including biology, chemistry, and human physiology, building the knowledge universities expect from applicants. Around 432 hours of study are involved across the year.

Most full-time places are for learners aged 16 to 18. If you're 19 or over, please check the college website for details on suitability and fees, as concessions may be available. You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Medicine), awarded by Ascentis and recognised by UK universities.

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll study human biology, including cells, tissues, and body systems.
  • You'll explore chemistry concepts relevant to medicine, such as atomic structure and chemical reactions.
  • You'll develop an understanding of human physiology and how the body functions.
  • You'll practise academic writing and research skills needed for university study.
  • You'll learn how to analyse and evaluate scientific evidence.
  • You'll build knowledge of health, disease, and the principles of medical science.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at SGS College Filton Campus. The course combines tutor-led teaching with independent study and written assignments. Assessment is through a portfolio of coursework and assignments completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams; your work is assessed and graded by tutors and moderated by Ascentis.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS College Filton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Medical student, progresses to a medicine degree at university.
  • Biomedical science student, studies biomedical science at degree level.
  • Nursing student, enters a nursing degree programme at university.
  • Healthcare support worker, works in NHS or private healthcare settings while studying further.

What you could study next

  • Medicine (MBChB or MBBS) degree, the direct goal for most learners on this course, entry subject to university selection and interview.
  • Biomedical Sciences degree, a strong alternative for those interested in the science behind medicine.
  • Nursing or Midwifery degree, for those drawn to direct patient care at graduate level.
  • Pharmacy degree, another health sciences route open to Access to HE graduates.
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