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Free Access to HE Health Science Course in Stoke-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Access to HE Health Science Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run full-time at Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks and covers Psychology, Biology, and Sociology for Health, giving you the knowledge and academic skills universities look for in health degree applicants. You'll need a Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English Language and Maths, or a Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent, to join. This level 3 access to HE health science qualification is recognised by UK universities as a route into nursing, midwifery, and other health degree programmes.

Who this course is for

The Access to HE Diploma provides you with a qualification that will enable you to progress to university to study a range of vocational and academic Health degree programmes. The course is an ideal way of developing the skills necessary to progress to university whilst studying subjects that are relevant to your chosen degree programme. The course covers 3 key topics of Psychology, Biology and Sociology for Health as follows:

Psychology: Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Mem

Entry requirements

You should have a Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English Language & Maths or a Level 2 in Functional Skills. You will also be asked to complete a pre-induction statement on intent to make sure this is the right level for you. In addition, students will need to check the entry requirements for their chosen degree programme. You need to be aware that GCSE Maths at grade C (new grade 4), is essential for progression to Higher Education for many university courses. Some universities will accept a

What you will learn

  • You'll study Abnormal Psychology and Developmental Psychology, exploring how the mind and behaviour affect health.
  • You'll examine biological concepts relevant to health science, including human body systems.
  • You'll analyse sociological factors that shape health, illness, and healthcare systems.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based argument across all three subject areas.
  • You'll build the study habits and self-management skills that university courses require.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Burslem Campus, covering Psychology, Biology, and Sociology for Health. Assessment is through a combination of assignments and coursework completed throughout the year. You'll also complete a pre-induction statement before the course starts, so the team can confirm this is the right level for you. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; your work is assessed continuously across the units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support patients in hospitals, care homes, or community settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical teams in NHS or private healthcare.
  • Mental health support worker: work alongside people experiencing mental health challenges.
  • Social care worker: help individuals and families access services and support.
  • Medical receptionist: coordinate patient appointments and records in a clinical setting.
  • Health administrator: manage data, records, and logistics within a healthcare organisation.

What you could study next

This Access to HE Diploma is designed to take you into higher education. Most graduates go on to apply for university degree programmes in health-related subjects.

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's) at a UK university
  • BSc Midwifery at a UK university
  • BSc Health and Social Care at a UK university
  • BSc Biomedical Science at a UK university

Check individual university entry requirements before you apply, as some courses ask for GCSE Maths at Grade C/4 or above in addition to the Diploma.

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