Access to Higher Education (HE) prepares adults without traditional qualifications such as A Levels for study at university. This diploma is widely recognised by UK universities and Colleges. You will be given the opportunity to develop not only academic knowledge in your chosen subjects but also broader study skills to help you succeed at university. For further information on the benefits of studying an Access to HE course and what it can lead to, please visit our Awarding body website at https://www.cava.ac.uk/about-access-to-he/for-students/
In this pathway, you will study Criminology, Psychology and Sociology, as well as a compulsory Study Skills course. A strongly supportive tutorial and study skills system is also in place to encourage the development of an independent and self-disciplined approach to learning as required for higher education. This includes regular group and one-to-one tutorials to set and review targets and ensure sufficient progress is made. Career advice provided by personal tutors and the College Careers officers focus predominantly on university application, registration with UCAS and completion of the application form, as well as assistance with personal statement writing and advice on a range of higher education courses.
It is advised that you apply for this course between November 2024 and June 2025. Interviews start in February and this course is popular.
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The Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) qualification is recognised by UK universities as an entry route onto degree courses. You could go on to study:
Universities set their own entry offers, so check requirements directly with the institutions you're interested in.
