Access to Higher Education
Do you dream of a career change or going to university?
If the answer is yes, then our Access to Higher Education Programme could be the ideal route for you! Our learners progress onto a wide range of degrees including Nursing (Children’s/Adult/Mental Health/Learning Disabilities), Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Social Work, Education/Teaching, Childhood/Early Years Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Law and Criminology amongst others.
Access to HE Diplomas at Derwentside College are awarded by One Awards and we offer three routes:
Access to Higher Education - DAYTIME PROGRAMME
Access to HE Diploma in:
- Health
- Humanities & Social Science
- Education
Start date: Monday 11 September 2023
Duration: 33 weeks, days to be confirmed at interview
Entry requirements: Maths and English assessment
Access to Higher Education - EVENING PROGRAMME
Access to HE Diploma in:
Start date: Tuesday 12 September 2023
Duration: 33 Weeks
Evenings: Tuesday & Thursday, 5.00pm - 8.00pm
Entry requirements: GCSE in Maths and English at grade C or above or an equivalent Level 2
Course Fee - £3,000, Advanced Learner Loan available subject to eligibility.
Advanced Learner Loans are waived on successful completion of a HE qualification!
Find out more about Advanced Learner Loans - www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
For more information or to discuss the Access to Higher Education Diploma in more depth, please call: (01207) 585900 or to Apply email enquiries@derwentside.ac.uk
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