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Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Health Sciences Course in Leigh

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Sciences) Course in Leigh. Classes run at Leigh Adult Learning Centre, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. This Open Awards qualification is designed for people aiming to apply for university courses in health-related subjects, including Nursing, Midwifery, Radiography, Paramedic Science, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Psychology. You'll need GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above, though equivalent qualifications may be considered. Universities set their own entry requirements, so check individual institutions before you apply.

Who this course is for

This course is for people who want to pursue a career in Health and Social Care. From this course, learners are able to apply for places in higher education including Nursing, Midwifery, Speech Therapy, Social Work, Podiatry, Radiography, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practitioner (OPD), Psychology and Paramedic.

Entry requirements

You will need GCSE English and Maths Grade A* - C / 9-4. Equivalent qualifications may be considered and on an individual basis.

Applicants must check individual university requirements to ensure qualifications are accepted for progression.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the biological and scientific foundations underpinning health and care practice.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll explore health, disease, and the human body across core science units.
  • You'll build knowledge of social care contexts and health systems.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based argument.
  • You'll complete assignments that reflect the demands of higher education coursework.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Leigh Adult Learning Centre, with tutor-led teaching across the week. Assessment is coursework-based, as is standard for Access to HE Diplomas. You'll complete written assignments and projects throughout the 35 weeks rather than sitting a final exam. Work is internally assessed and externally moderated by Open Awards.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leigh Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse: degree-level training follows this qualification
  • Midwife: entry to university midwifery programmes
  • Paramedic: foundation for BSc Paramedic Science applications
  • Occupational Therapist: university entry route to OT degree
  • Radiographer: supports applications to diagnostic or therapeutic radiography degrees
  • Social Worker: recognised route into social work degree programmes
  • Operating Department Practitioner: university entry for ODP courses
  • Podiatrist: supports applications to podiatry degree programmes

What you could study next

This level 3 access to he diploma (health sciences) qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for health-related degrees. From here, you could apply for a BSc in Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Radiography, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work. Some learners go on to study Psychology or Speech and Language Therapy. Always check individual university requirements, as offers vary by institution and course.

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