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Access to HE Science Course in Westminster – City of Westminster College Paddington Green

Cost£3,384.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Access to HE Science Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to he science qualification is designed for adults who want to progress to university but don't hold traditional entry qualifications such as A Levels. The course runs over 36 weeks. It covers the academic knowledge and study skills needed to apply for a science-related degree. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed set of prior qualifications to apply.

Who this course is for

Adults Only

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis

What you will learn

  • You'll develop scientific knowledge across core areas such as biology, chemistry, or physics, depending on the course content.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and how to construct evidence-based arguments.
  • You'll learn how to plan and complete assignments to degree-entry standard.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how to reference sources and work independently as a learner.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Paddington Green, with tutor-led sessions throughout the week. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments and coursework completed over the year. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense. Your work is assessed continuously, so you build toward the full Diploma across the 36 weeks rather than in a single end-of-year assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Biomedical scientist: laboratory analysis and diagnostics in healthcare settings
  • Pharmacist: dispensing and advising on medicines after a pharmacy degree
  • Nurse or midwife: patient care after completing an NHS-funded degree
  • Environmental scientist: monitoring and protecting natural environments
  • Science teacher: secondary school teaching after a relevant degree and PGCE
  • Research assistant: supporting scientific studies in universities or industry

What you could study next

Completing this access to he science course opens the door to a range of science degrees at UK universities. You could apply for a BSc in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Nursing, Pharmacy, or Environmental Science. Many universities actively welcome Access to HE Diploma holders. After your degree, further postgraduate study such as a Master's or professional qualification may be available depending on your chosen field.

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