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Free Access to HE Psychology Course Online

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Free Access to HE Psychology Course. Study online, at your own pace, over around 9 to 12 months. This is a Level 3 access to HE psychology qualification recognised by UK universities as equivalent to three A-Levels. You'll study topics including forensic psychology, psychological disorders, crime and society, and therapeutic approaches. Alongside psychology content, you develop academic skills such as essay writing, research techniques, and critical analysis. To enrol, you'll need GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification with Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

You will need:

  • GCSE grade 4 or above for both English and maths or
  • A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2

You will also have an online assessment and interview with our course tutors before completing your enrolment, so we can ensure the course is right for you.

Some universities do not accept Functional Skills and require GCSEs.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore forensic psychology and its role in criminal investigations
  • You'll study psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches
  • You'll examine how past experiences shape human behaviour and mental processes
  • You'll develop essay writing and academic research techniques for university-level study
  • You'll practise critical analysis and problem-solving skills valued by employers
  • You'll build time management and exam preparation strategies
  • You'll gain skills in oral presentation and communication

How you will learn

This is a distance learning course you study online. You work through course materials at your own pace. Assessment includes written assignments and essays that develop your academic skills throughout the year. Before you enrol, you'll have an online assessment and interview with course tutors to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

West London College will confirm anything you need before you start. As an online course, you'll need reliable internet access and a device to study on.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Therapy support worker: assist qualified therapists in mental health settings
  • Mental health support worker: support people with psychological and emotional needs
  • Learning mentor: guide students in schools or colleges
  • Research assistant: support psychology research projects
  • Marketing analyst: apply behavioural insight to consumer research
  • Probation services officer: work within criminal justice and rehabilitation
  • Sports performance coach: use psychology principles to support athletes
  • Wellbeing coordinator: promote mental health in workplace or community settings

What you could study next

This Diploma is designed to take you into university-level study. Most learners go on to a Psychology degree (BSc or BA), which opens routes into clinical, forensic, educational, or occupational psychology. If you want to practise as a clinical or counselling psychologist, you'll need a British Psychological Society accredited degree followed by postgraduate training. Some learners also progress to degrees in criminology, social work, or education.

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