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Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Keighley – Keighley College – Evening

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Keighley. Evening classes run at Keighley College, full-time over one year. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Student Loan is available to cover the cost. You'll need a full Level 2 qualification (equivalent to five GCSEs) and GCSE English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2 to enrol. The course is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for health science degree programmes.

Who this course is for

This diploma is the ideal choice for learners who are interested in a career in the health sciences, a rewarding profession that gives you the chance to promote good health and improve the wellbeing of others.

Entry requirements

You must be 19 years of age by 31 August in the year the course starts. It is essential that you will have attained a full level 2 (eqivalent to 5 GCSE's). You will also need to have a GCSE in English & maths or Functional Skills level 2 prior to entry on the Access course as these subjects are often required for degree-level courses.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the science behind human biology, anatomy, and physiology.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for degree-level study.
  • You'll explore topics in health, disease, and the body's systems.
  • You'll build skills in analysing and evaluating scientific evidence.
  • You'll learn how to structure and present arguments at university level.
  • You'll cover key concepts in chemistry and biology relevant to health science professions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based evening sessions at Keighley College. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework completed across the year. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Work is marked and graded by tutors, and your overall grade is used by universities when considering your application.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Keighley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Radiographer. Degree-level role diagnosing conditions through imaging.
  • Biomedical scientist. Laboratory work analysing patient samples.
  • Physiotherapist. Helping patients recover movement and manage pain.
  • Occupational therapist. Supporting people to live and work independently.
  • Dietitian. Advising patients on nutrition and health.
  • Healthcare scientist. Specialist clinical or laboratory science roles.
  • Paramedic. Emergency pre-hospital care and treatment.

What you could study next

This level 3 access to he health science professions qualification is designed to take you into university. You could apply for a BSc in Biomedical Science, Radiography, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics, or a related health science degree. Some learners go on to nursing degrees or graduate-entry medicine programmes. Check individual university entry requirements, as some courses also ask for specific science subjects within the Diploma.

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