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Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostContact the provider
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA

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About this course

Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Contact Grimsby Institute to confirm fees for 19 or over learners. This Level 3 Access to HE Health Science Professions Course is recognised by UK universities as a route into health science degree programmes. You'll study subjects that prepare you for higher education in areas such as nursing, biomedical science, and allied health. The course runs over approximately 10 months.

Who this course is for

Adults

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop scientific knowledge relevant to health and human biology.
  • You'll study research and analytical skills used in health science settings.
  • You'll build academic writing and critical thinking skills needed for university study.
  • You'll explore the principles underpinning health, disease, and the human body.
  • You'll practise referencing, essay writing, and presenting arguments at degree-entry level.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams. Your work is assessed against credit-based units, and you'll need to pass a set number of credits to achieve the Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing assistant. Support patients while studying toward a nursing degree.
  • Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical teams in hospitals or community settings.
  • Biomedical science technician. Laboratory-based role supporting diagnostic testing.
  • Pharmacy assistant. Support dispensing and patient advice in a pharmacy setting.
  • Physiotherapy support worker. Help physiotherapists deliver patient rehabilitation.
  • Mental health support worker. Provide care and support to people with mental health needs.

What you could study next

This Diploma is designed to take you into higher education. Most graduates go on to apply for health science degree programmes such as Nursing (BSc), Biomedical Science (BSc), Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or Radiography. Some universities make conditional offers directly to Access to HE learners. You could also progress to a Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC or HND) in a health-related subject if you prefer a shorter higher education route first.

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