Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education. These are courses that put you on the correct path, enabling you to apply for your preferred university course and set you up for success.

These courses enable those who didn't achieve the traditional grades required to access university directly and they can give you a new opportunity to access further education and secure your perfect job or career.

There are no specific qualifications required to apply however, a GCSE at grade C (4) or above in English and maths is required. These courses are for those people with few traditional qualifications.

We suggest you first research the university degree you are aiming for to ensure they accept the Access to Higher Education Diploma as part of their entry criteria enabling you to enroll upon completion of this course.

No, it's never too late to further your knowledge and aim higher! Our Access to Higher Education courses are available to those aged 19 years and over.

Attendance requirements can vary depending on the type of course you choose, for example online or classroom-based. Online can be typically more flexible than in-person learning. Be sure to check the "attendance" tab on the course pages below to check the commitments for that specific course.

You are able to browse all our available adult learning courses below. Once you have found a course you like the sound of, click "find out more" to read the specifics, check the cost, timings and apply!