Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Bridlington

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA

About this course

Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Bridlington. Classes run at East Riding College Bridlington Campus, full-time during the day. Fees may apply for some learners, so contact the college to confirm what you would pay. This level 3 access to HE health science professions qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for health science degree courses. You study subjects that prepare you for higher education in areas such as biology, chemistry, and health-related sciences. The course runs over approximately ten months of full-time daytime study.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of biological and chemical sciences relevant to health professions.
  • You'll build academic study skills needed for university-level learning.
  • You'll practise scientific analysis and apply it to health science contexts.
  • You'll develop research and referencing skills used in higher education.
  • You'll strengthen your written communication for academic assignments.
  • You'll explore the science underpinning health and medical professions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Bridlington Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework completed throughout the year. Work is graded using a credit-based system, and your final grade profile is what universities use when considering your application.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Riding College Bridlington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing associate, supporting registered nurses in clinical settings
  • Healthcare assistant, providing direct patient care in hospitals or community
  • Pharmacy technician, preparing and dispensing medicines under supervision
  • Medical laboratory assistant, supporting diagnostic testing and analysis
  • Health science researcher, working in public health or clinical research teams
  • Radiography support worker, assisting with imaging in NHS settings

What you could study next

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's) at university, the most common next step after this Diploma
  • BSc Biomedical Science, for those interested in laboratory and diagnostic work
  • BSc Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy, for roles in rehabilitation
  • BSc Radiography, leading to work in diagnostic or therapeutic imaging

This level 3 access to HE health science professions qualification is designed to meet university entry requirements, so your next step is applying through UCAS for a health science degree.

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