Free Access to HE Science Course in Basingstoke. Classes run at Basingstoke College of Technology, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to he science qualification is designed for adults who have been out of full-time education for at least a year and want to move into university study. You'll cover biology, chemistry, and psychology, building the knowledge and skills universities look for. The course runs over 31 weeks. You'll finish with 60 credits in total, 45 of which are graded.
Who this course is for
This course provides learners with a firm foundation in terms of knowledge, skills and understanding of science. The course has been designed to provide entry to University and is worth 21 credits in biology, 15 credits in chemistry and 9 credits in psychology. At the end of the course, you will have 45 credits which are graded and 15 credits which are ungraded study skills. The course is suitable for mature students who have been out of full-time education for at least one year and do not have the relevant qualifications for entry to higher education. As part of your learning, resources and assignments will be uploaded to Google Classrooms for you to use.
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll study biology, covering 21 credits of core science knowledge and skills.
You'll study chemistry across 15 credits, developing your understanding of chemical concepts.
You'll study psychology across 9 credits, exploring human behaviour and research methods.
You'll develop study skills through 15 ungraded credits, preparing you for university-level learning.
You'll practise scientific thinking, analysis, and written communication at Level 3.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Basingstoke College of Technology. The course is assessed through a combination of graded and ungraded units. Your 45 graded credits will be assessed through assignments and coursework across biology, chemistry, and psychology. The 15 ungraded credits cover study skills. There is no final exam in the traditional sense. Assessment is continuous throughout the 31 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Basingstoke College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Laboratory technician: supporting research and testing in science settings.
Science technician: working in schools, colleges, or research labs.
Healthcare science assistant: supporting clinical science teams in the NHS.
Pharmacy technician: preparing and dispensing medicines under supervision.
Research assistant: supporting scientific studies and data collection.
What you could study next
This qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for science-related degrees. You could go on to study:
A BSc in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biomedical Science at university.
A BSc in Psychology, if you want to pursue the psychology strand further.
A BSc in Nursing or Midwifery, where many universities accept Access to HE Diplomas.
A foundation year in Medicine or Dentistry at universities that offer this route.
