Access to HE Diploma - Science (ACRSCF)

GCSE grades 9-4 (grade A - C) in GCSE Mathematics.
Preferably GCSE grades 9-4 (grade A - C) in GCSE English.
Preferably GCSE grades 9-4 (grade A*- C) in GCSE Science.

The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) is a Level 3 qualification which prepares people, above the age of 19, without traditional qualifications for study at university.

The qualification gives you the relevant academic subject knowledge needed for higher education study and the opportunity to develop study skills to help you succeed. It is well-established and widely accepted by universities, qualifying for UCAS tariff points that are comparable to the tariff points for three A-Levels.

You will be taught through a variety of study methods which may include the following: classroom teaching, home learning, practical activities, presentations, group work, remote learning and research.

This is a coursework-based course in which the forms of assessment may include: written reports, presentations, tests, examinations and practical experiments.

Students must complete 60 credits to gain the Access to HE qualification. Of these credits, 45 credits are graded as pass, merit or distinction and 15 credits are ungraded.

There are a number of trips associated with this course that are available to enhance your application to university. These include the Royal College of Surgeons, Wellcome Trust and the Science Museum, to name a few.

There will also be talks from alumni students and other professional guest speakers which will help guide you to where you want to go.

With further training or study, students go into a range of careers which may include the following:

• Forensic Science
  
• Food Technology
  
• Analytical Science
  
• Quality Control
  
• Environmental Science
  
• Engineering.

Learners often, but not exclusively, progress to Higher Education study in areas related to Science, Biomedical Science is always a popular choice.

Our latest cohort of Access to Science students progressed on to a range of diverse degree courses such as:

• Nursing
  
• Biomedical sciences
  
• Nutrition
  
• Veterinary Nursing
  
• Neuroscience
  
• Biochemistry and Clinical Biochemistry
  
• Mechanical Engineering
  
• Computer Science
  
• Chemistry
  
• Psychology
  
• Physiotherapy
  
• Nutrition and Dietetics with Foundation Year
  
• Environmental Geoscience.

To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.