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Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) Course in Yeovil

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) Course in Yeovil. Classes run at Yeovil College, full-time during the day.

The course is designed for adults aged 19 or over who want to move into the digital sector or progress to university. Over one year, you'll study computing, programming, and digital systems. Topics build the knowledge universities expect from applicants to computer science and IT degrees. The course is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for higher education.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma in Computer Science.

Who this course is for

This level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering a career withing the digital field and wish to gain a Higher Education qualification such as an HNC, HND or Bachelor's degree. You may have an interest in computing, IT or digital, or have enjoyed an entry level role in this area in the past, but would like to gain a higher qualification to progress within the current job market.The course is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and is designed to prepare learners without traditional qualifications for entry into Higher Education (HE). The Diploma provides an opportunity for learners to acquire and develop knowledge and skills needed to progress to higher education study and enables learners to develop social and emotional skills such as communication and confidence.This course is available on a full-time and is taught in-person at our Yeovil College campus.The full-time course is studied over 1 academic year, and students are typically timetabled for two days per week.Learners who complete and achieve the Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) can progress onto Higher Education courses including the HNC and HND in computing, leading onto the BSc (Hons) top-up degree in computing. All of which are offered by Yeovil College. Additionally, learners can progress onto higher level apprenticeships within computing.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the latest information.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop an understanding of programming concepts and how software is built.
  • You'll study computer systems, hardware, and how networks operate.
  • You'll explore data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving techniques.
  • You'll learn how to plan and document technical projects.
  • You'll study cybersecurity principles and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Yeovil College. Assessment is through assignments and written work rather than exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll build a portfolio of work across the year. Tutors give feedback on drafts to help you meet the standard required for university entry.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, writes and tests code for apps and systems.
  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains computer systems.
  • Junior software engineer, works on software projects within a development team.
  • Web developer, builds and maintains websites and web applications.
  • Data analyst, works with data to support business decisions.
  • IT administrator, manages an organisation's technology infrastructure.

What you could study next

  • BSc Computer Science, the most direct next step after this Diploma, available at universities across the UK.
  • BSc Software Engineering, focuses on building and testing large-scale software systems.
  • HNC in Computing, a shorter higher education qualification if you prefer to step up gradually.
  • BSc Cybersecurity, for those who want to specialise in protecting digital systems and networks.
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