Access To Higher Education
Level 3

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions)

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Classroom Aims
Adult, Higher Education
Student type:
Adult, Higher Education
Start Date:
September 7th, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Campus:
EP Campus, Crewe Campus

The Course

Prepare for university study and take your next step towards a career in health with this Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma.

Designed for adults without traditional qualifications, this course will help you develop the subject knowledge and academic study skills needed to progress to Higher Education. The Health pathway provides an in-depth introduction to biology, health studies and psychology through a combination of theory and practical sessions.

Topics you will study include:

  • Biology
  • Health studies
  • Psychology
  • Academic study skills
  • Developing subject knowledge
  • Practical skills
  • Preparing for Higher Education study
  • Personal and academic development

Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced teachers who understand the requirements of Higher Education and can help prepare you for university-level study.

Your Personal Development Tutor will also provide support and guidance throughout the course. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on your progress, recognise your strengths, identify areas for development and stay on track towards your goals.

Ideally, you will have a Level 2 qualification in English and maths, such as GCSE or Functional Skills.
This programme will qualify you to progress onto higher level study at the College or university.
£3384

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

Potential Career Pathways

Biologist

Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

Biologists examine the structure, behaviour and relationships of living organisms. Their work helps improve environmental management, medicine and scientific knowledge.

Biologist

Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

Biologists examine the structure, behaviour and relationships of living organisms. Their work helps improve environmental management, medicine and scientific knowledge.

Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

  • Degree 1
  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

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Campus:
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Start Date:
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Duration:
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Course Level:
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Campus:
EP Campus
Start Date:
September 7th, 2026
Duration:
Monday, Tuesday 9:00am - 4:00pm 1 Year
Course Level:
Level 3
Campus:
Crewe Campus
Start Date:
September 7th, 2026
Duration:
Tuesday, Wednesday 1 Year
Course Level:
Level 3

Upcoming Events

Crewe Campus
24th September

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10am to 6pm

The Course

Prepare for university study and take your next step towards a career in health with this Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma.

Designed for adults without traditional qualifications, this course will help you develop the subject knowledge and academic study skills needed to progress to Higher Education. The Health pathway provides an in-depth introduction to biology, health studies and psychology through a combination of theory and practical sessions.

Topics you will study include:

  • Biology
  • Health studies
  • Psychology
  • Academic study skills
  • Developing subject knowledge
  • Practical skills
  • Preparing for Higher Education study
  • Personal and academic development

Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced teachers who understand the requirements of Higher Education and can help prepare you for university-level study.

Your Personal Development Tutor will also provide support and guidance throughout the course. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on your progress, recognise your strengths, identify areas for development and stay on track towards your goals.

Prepare for university study and take your next step towards a career in health with this Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma.Designed for adults without traditional qualifications, this course will help you develop the subject knowledge and academic study skills needed to progress to Higher Education. The Health pathway provides an in-depth introduction to biology, health studies and psychology through a combination of theory and practical sessions.Topics you will study include: Biology Health studies Psychology Academic study skills Developing subject knowledge Practical skills Preparing for Higher Education study Personal and academic development Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced teachers who understand the requirements of Higher Education and can help prepare you for university-level study.Your Personal Development Tutor will also provide support and guidance throughout the course. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on your progress, recognise your strengths, identify areas for development and stay on track towards your goals.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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