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Free Access to HE Health Science Course in Stratford

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Access to HE Health Science Course in Stratford. Classes run at Newham College Stratford Campus, part-time during the day, over 36 weeks.

You must be aged 19 or over to join. You'll also need Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths. If you're missing one of these, the college can help you gain a GCSE or Functional Skills qualification alongside this course. The course covers the science knowledge and academic skills universities expect from health science applicants. It is equivalent to three A-levels.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Health Science), awarded by Gateway Qualifications.

Who this course is for

Are you aged over 19? Do you have an interest in studying health science? If you want to go to university to study health science or a related subject at degree level but don’t have the qualifications you need, this course will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge that are required for Higher Education. This course is a level 3 course and is equivalent to three A-levels.

Entry requirements

You must be at least 19 years old at the beginning of this course and hold a minimum of level 2 qualifications in both English and Mathematics. However, if you have already achieved a level 2 qualification in one of these subjects, you will have the option to gain a level 2 qualification in GCSE or Functional Skills English or Maths where applicable.

What you will learn

  • You'll study human biology, including cells, tissues, and body systems.
  • You'll explore chemistry and biochemistry relevant to health science.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university study.
  • You'll analyse scientific data and present evidence-based arguments.
  • You'll examine health, disease, and the science behind medical treatments.
  • You'll build study skills needed to succeed at degree level.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Newham College Stratford Campus. The course is assessed through assignments and written work completed throughout the year. There are no formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of assessed units that together make up your final Diploma.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse, caring for patients in hospitals or community settings.
  • Midwife, supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Biomedical scientist, analysing samples in a laboratory.
  • Healthcare assistant, supporting clinical staff on wards.
  • Paramedic, providing emergency care in the community.
  • Radiographer, using imaging technology to diagnose conditions.

What you could study next

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Child, or Mental Health), the degree route to becoming a Registered Nurse.
  • BSc Biomedical Science, for laboratory and diagnostic careers.
  • BSc Midwifery, for those aiming to qualify as a midwife.
  • BSc Public Health, leading to roles in health promotion and policy.

Most UK universities recognise the Access to HE Diploma as a standard entry qualification for health science degrees.

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