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Access to HE Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Course in Bolton

Cost£3,384.00
Duration450 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start17 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Course in Bolton. Classes run at Deane Road Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need English and Maths GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A to C) before you start. This level 3 access to HE nursing, midwifery and allied health qualification is designed to prepare you for a university degree in nursing, midwifery, or an allied health profession. The course runs over one year and covers around 450 hours of study. It's recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for relevant degree programmes.

Who this course is for

This one year, full-time course will help you achieve the qualification you need to gain entry to a degree course in nursing and midwifery.

Entry requirements

You will need English and Maths GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A-C) prior to enrolling on this course.

You may also need additional GCSEs if they’re required for entry to your chosen university course, so you’re advised to investigate potential university progression routes to establish the specific entry requirements they may require.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the biological sciences underpinning nursing and health care practice.
  • You'll develop your understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll explore the social and psychological factors that affect health and wellbeing.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for degree-level study.
  • You'll examine health policy, ethics, and the structure of health services in the UK.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based argument across your assignments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Deane Road Campus. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that meets the requirements set by Open Awards. Your tutors will give feedback on drafts to help you develop your academic skills before final submission.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Deane Road Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered nurse: degree required, this course is your entry route
  • Midwife: degree required, this course meets typical access requirements
  • Occupational therapist: allied health degree follows this qualification
  • Physiotherapist: degree entry via this access to HE course
  • Radiographer: university entry supported by this diploma
  • Paramedic: degree-level training follows this qualification
  • Mental health nurse: nursing degree route starts here

What you could study next

This diploma is your route into a university degree. Most graduates go on to apply for a BSc in Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or another allied health profession. You may also want to check whether your chosen university requires additional GCSEs beyond English and Maths, as entry requirements vary by course and institution. Some graduates also progress to BSc Health and Social Care degrees.

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