Access to HE Nursing and Midwifery Course in Stevenage
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Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. £3,384 if you're not eligible for free funding. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact North Hertfordshire College for more info.
Access to HE Nursing and Midwifery Course in Stevenage. Classes run at North Hertfordshire College Stevenage Centre, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, tuition fees may not apply. If you're 19 or over, an Advanced Learner Loan may be available to cover costs, and financial help may also be on offer through Student Services. This level 3 access to HE nursing and midwifery course runs for 34 weeks and is designed to prepare you for university study. You'll cover Chemistry, Biology, and a third specialist subject, alongside number and English skills. No A-levels are needed.
Who this course is for
Our access to higher education diplomas are level 3 qualifications that prepare you for study at university. They're particularly relevant if you do not have traditional qualifications such as A-levels. They'll help you develop your academic and study skills as well as your confidence.This course is assessed through assignments, practical tests, presentations and exams.You will study application of numbers and English skills as well as three specialist subjects:Chemistry starts with exploring chemistry fundamentals and principals. These lay the theoretical and practical foundations for subsequent study. Two units relate to organic chemistry (introduction to organic chemistry and organic and biochemical molecules). You will then study one unit in energetics and kinetics.Human biology introduces you to the complexity of life processes. You will explore cells, biochemistry, the basic structure and function of different body systems and mechanisms involved in nutrition and digestion. The final biology unit focuses on genetics and evolution.Maths for scientists supports, in particular, your study of chemistry. The unit develops your ability to manipulate algebraic expressions and demonstrate an understanding of the laws of exponential growth and decay.In addition to these specialist subjects, you will study how to promote your own and others? well-being and build resilience. This will help you cope with the demands of the course and your future career.In the final weeks of the course, you will complete a piece of research on a topic of your choice.You will also complete a research unit.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements but you must be considering entering higher education. All prospective students will need to attend an information event followed by diagnostics and interview. Students given a conditional offer will need to supply a reference and complete a series of tasks before being invited to enrol on the programme.To ensure progression to university you should ensure that you meet the GCSE/Functional Skills requirements of different universities.
What you will learn
You'll develop academic writing and study skills needed for university-level work.
You'll build your understanding of Chemistry, starting from core scientific principles.
You'll study Biology and other specialist subjects relevant to nursing and midwifery.
You'll practise applying number skills in an academic context.
You'll strengthen your English skills to meet university entry standards.
You'll prepare and deliver presentations as part of your studies.
You'll learn how to plan and complete assignments to degree-level expectations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at North Hertfordshire College Stevenage Centre. Assessment is through assignments, practical tests, presentations, and exams. Before you start, you'll attend an information event, complete diagnostic assessments, and take part in an interview. If you receive a conditional offer, you'll supply a reference and complete a set of tasks before enrolling.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Hertfordshire College Stevenage Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. There may be additional charges for any trips or visits during the year.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Registered Nurse. Qualifying requires completing an approved nursing degree.
Midwife. Entry to midwifery degree programmes typically follows this qualification.
Healthcare Assistant. Support clinical teams while studying further.
Support Worker. Work in community or residential health settings.
Operating Department Practitioner. Degree-level training required after this step.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing. The main destination for this qualification. Universities across the UK accept the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) as an entry route.
BSc (Hons) Midwifery. Competitive degree programmes that this Diploma is designed to support entry to.
BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care. A broader option if your interests extend beyond nursing.
Check individual university entry requirements, including any GCSE or Functional Skills conditions, before applying.
