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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) Course in Winchester – Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus

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Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

Free if you're 19 to 23 and this is your first full Level 3. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Peter Symonds College for more info.

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About this course

Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) Course in Winchester. Classes run at Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus, part-time during the day, over one year. It may be free if you are 19 to 23 years old and this is your first full Level 3 qualification. Fees may apply otherwise, though an Advanced Learner Loan can help cover costs.

The course is designed for adults who want to progress to a nursing or midwifery degree. You will study biology, psychology, sociology, and academic skills. These give you the foundation universities expect. Most universities also ask for a GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English, or an equivalent qualification.

You will finish with an Ascentis Access to HE Diploma, recognised by UK universities as a route into higher education.

Who this course is for

Access to HE provides an alternative route to Higher Education for adult students (19+) who would like to progress to study at university, or who are looking to change career. This qualification can be studied full or part-time and is free for those aged 19-23 if it is their first full Level 3 qualification (2 A levels, 4 AS Levels or equivalent). Advanced Learner Loans are available to cover the cost of fees and will be written off if students go on to complete a degree.

Entry requirements

None specifically needed, although it is useful if students have experienced working at Level 2 (e.g. GCSEs). Most universities expect students to have grade C or above in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent). Screening will be arranged to ascertain if students will cope with level 3 work.

What you will learn

  • You'll study human biology and anatomy relevant to nursing and midwifery.
  • You'll explore psychology and how it applies to patient care.
  • You'll examine sociological perspectives on health and illness.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university study.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and how to evaluate evidence.
  • You'll build an understanding of health policy and the NHS context.

How you will learn

You will attend daytime classes at the college throughout the year. Learning is assessed through written assignments, essays, and coursework rather than formal exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and you build your portfolio of work as you progress. A screening session at the start helps confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse, apply to the NMC register after completing a nursing degree.
  • Midwife, qualify through a midwifery degree programme at university.
  • Nurse, work across NHS wards, community settings, or specialist units.
  • Healthcare assistant, a role you can take on while studying toward a degree.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) Nursing, the degree most students go on to study after this Diploma, leading to NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
  • BSc (Hons) Midwifery, for those who want to specialise in midwifery practice.
  • BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care, a broader option if your interests extend beyond nursing.
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