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Access Courses

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Level

3

Length

1 year (full-time)

Course style

Classroom based/academic

Assessment

Written and practical assignments

Key facts

The Access to Higher Education Diploma is a qualification which provides students with academic subject knowledge and the study skills needed to prepare for degree level study. There are 1,200 recognised access courses which are available in a range of subjects and completing a course can provide entry into many foundation and degree programmes.

Where can they lead?

Access courses are usually taken in a specific subject area to provide access to: