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

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Nov 2026
Study modePart-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 one day a week, between 9:30am and 3:15pm. You'll also study online through Google Classroom, so you can work around other commitments. The course runs over 2 years part-time, giving you a manageable pace to build the knowledge universities expect. Entry requires GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4 or above, or equivalent qualifications, plus a successful interview. This Gateway Qualifications Access to HE Diploma (Health Science-TP) is recognised by UK universities as a route into health-related degree programmes.

Who this course is for

This 2 year part-time course is designed for busy 19 plus adult learners. Delivery of the course is a mixture of class-based activities and online learning. You will attend college 1 day per week between 9:30am and 3:15pm . 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 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 scientific knowledge relevant to health and life sciences, including biology and human physiology.
  • You'll study research methods and learn how to evaluate evidence in health contexts.
  • You'll explore the social and ethical dimensions of health science and healthcare practice.
  • You'll practise academic writing and referencing to the standard universities expect.
  • You'll work on project-based tasks and group activities that reflect university-style learning.
  • You'll build skills in analysing and presenting information clearly and critically.

How you will learn

Classes combine lectures, group work, peer learning, and project-based tasks. You'll also access course materials online via Google Classroom, available on laptop, tablet, or phone. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed over the two years. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; instead, you build a portfolio of assessed work that universities review as part of your application.

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 on Google Classroom.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing (adult, children's, or mental health): degree entry route via this qualification
  • Midwifery: university application supported by health science Access to HE
  • Paramedic science: degree-level entry for ambulance and emergency care roles
  • Radiography: diagnostic or therapeutic radiography degree programmes
  • Occupational therapy: degree entry for this regulated health profession
  • Biomedical science: laboratory and clinical science degree pathway
  • Social work: some programmes accept health science Access to HE qualifications
  • Healthcare science: degree programmes in audiology, physiological sciences, and related fields

What you could study next

This Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Science-TP) qualification is recognised by UK universities as an entry route into health-related degrees. From here, you could apply for a BSc in Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Biomedical Science, or Occupational Therapy. Some learners also progress to foundation years at university before moving into a full degree. The specific universities and courses that accept this qualification will vary, so it's worth checking entry requirements directly with your chosen institution.

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