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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Health Science Course in Leeds – Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Science-TP) Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus two days per week, with additional online study through Google Classroom. The course takes one year full-time and is designed for adult learners aged 19 and over. You'll cover health science topics that UK universities recognise as meeting their entry requirements for degree-level study in health and related fields. Entry requires GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4 or above, or equivalent, plus a successful interview.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for busy adult learners aged 19+ with other commitments. Delivery of the course is a mixture of class-based activities and online learning so you will attend college two days per week. In-class activities will involve lectures, group work, peer learning and project-based tasks. You will also have access to online course materials via Google Classroom, which can be accessed via your laptop, tablet and mobile phone. If you do not meet the entry requirements, you may want to consider Level 2 qualifications such as Level 2 Access Health Science Professions or Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care CACHE Certificate Level 2.

Entry requirements

GCSEs in English and maths and English at grade 4 or above. Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Additional requirements include a successful interview and demonstration of appropriate sector care values.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of biological and scientific principles relevant to health science.
  • You'll study human anatomy, physiology, and how the body functions in health and disease.
  • You'll explore health and social care contexts, including how services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based argument across health science topics.
  • You'll complete project-based tasks that reflect the demands of higher education.

How you will learn

You'll attend college two days per week for classroom sessions involving lectures, group work, peer learning, and project-based tasks. Between sessions, you'll access course materials online via Google Classroom on a laptop, tablet, or phone. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; your work is assessed continuously across the units that make up the Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. Access to a laptop, tablet, or smartphone will help you make the most of the online learning materials available through Google Classroom.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing associate: entry-level clinical role supporting registered nurses
  • Healthcare assistant: hands-on patient care in hospitals or community settings
  • Support worker: assisting people with health or social care needs
  • Pharmacy assistant: supporting dispensing and patient advice in pharmacies
  • Mental health support worker: working with people experiencing mental health difficulties
  • Care coordinator: organising care packages for individuals and families

What you could study next

The Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Science-TP) Qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for degree-level study. You could go on to study:

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's) at university
  • BSc Midwifery
  • BSc Paramedic Science
  • BSc Biomedical Science
  • BSc Social Work

Some universities may have additional requirements, so check individual course entry criteria before applying.

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