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Access to HE Radiography Course Online – East Sussex College Eastbourne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
Start24 Aug 2026
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Access to HE Radiography Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around work and other commitments. Start dates run throughout the year. If you are 23 or under and hold no prior Level 3 qualification, you may be entitled to a tuition fee waiver. Fees of £3,384 may apply for other learners.

The course covers the science and academic skills you need to progress to a radiography degree. You study radiography-related topics alongside academic writing, research skills, and critical thinking. To enrol, you need Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths, such as GCSE grade C or above, or Functional Skills equivalents. The course typically takes one year.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma in Radiography, recognised by UK universities for entry to degree-level study.

Who this course is for

Do you have dreams of going to university, but don't quite have the qualifications to get in?With start dates that are offered all year round our online Access to Higher Education diplomas are the perfect solution to helping you get the grades AND the study skills you need.The beauty of our online courses is that they are self-directed, meaning you can study at home whenever you have some spare time. It fits perfectly around your work and adult life commitments - we know there can be a few.You'll be assigned a subject specialist team of academic assessors, so you won't be left on your own to figure it all out. These assessors will guide you in the right direction and provide feedback on your assignments. Additionally, the support staff, are available to offer further advice and assistance.As you get towards the end of your course, we'll be able to give you tips and support with your university application and help make that dream a reality.The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a qualification, equivalent to a level, which allows students to go on and study higher education courses including bachelor�s degrees, foundation degrees, higher national certificates and diplomas (HNC/HND) and higher degree apprenticeships. Access to HE courses are available in a wide range of different subjects and are widely recognised by UK universities and higher education institutions._Due to limitations with funding, our online Access to HE Diplomas are only available to those who are aged 19 or older on the 31st of August 2026_.[**See our full list of online Access to HE Diplomas**](https://adult.escg.ac.uk/online-courses/access-to-he-online/)[**QAA Access to HE Write-off Factsheet**](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-pBGEXly4daqdzXOUt9Xb3QYbtjLmHvG/view?usp=sharing)[**Download Course Module List with Credits**](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M-ing8ffi1jQe1yysafVQNivgmbv1lIw/view?usp=sharing)- Contact us 0303 003 8368- [email protected]

Entry requirements

To enrol on this Online Access Diploma, you must have already achieved Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths (equivalent to GCSE grade C/4 or above, or Functional Skills). Please note that it is not permitted to study English and Maths concurrently with the Online Access Diploma.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop academic writing skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll build knowledge of human biology and anatomy relevant to radiography.
  • You'll study physics and science concepts that underpin radiographic practice.
  • You'll learn research and critical thinking skills used in higher education.
  • You'll practise referencing and evidence-based argument.
  • You'll gain an understanding of healthcare contexts and professional practice in radiography.

How you will learn

You study online and submit written assignments assessed by a team of subject specialist assessors. They give feedback on your work and guide you through the course. Support staff are also available for additional advice. As you near the end of the course, you receive guidance on your university application.

What you will need to bring

East Sussex College Eastbourne will provide study materials online. You won't need to purchase books, though you may choose to supplement your learning with additional reading. The college will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Diagnostic radiographer, produces medical images to support clinical diagnosis.
  • Therapeutic radiographer, delivers radiotherapy treatment to patients.
  • Radiography assistant, supports qualified radiographers in imaging departments.
  • Healthcare support worker, assists clinical teams in hospital or community settings.

What you could study next

  • BSc Diagnostic Radiography, the degree required to work as a qualified diagnostic radiographer.
  • BSc Therapeutic Radiography, leads to registration as a therapeutic radiographer.
  • BSc Biomedical Science, a related degree for those interested in laboratory and clinical science.
  • Foundation degree in Health and Social Care, a shorter higher education route if you want to explore the sector before committing to a full degree.
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