Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Science Professions)
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This pathway provides a range of units in Social Science, Health and Biology. It is based on 12 months and is suitable for entry into university courses that require learners to have experience in broad academic areas.
Universities typically require you to have an Access to HE Diploma in addition to GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or Grade 4 or above with the new grading system). Some universities will accept Functional Skills Level 2 English and Mathematics in lieu of GCSEs, but you should check with the university before enrolling.
Our online Access to Higher Education course allows you to take control of your own learning without having to attend lectures and tutorials at set times. Work through our interactive courses at your own pace and if you need help you can contact your personal tutor and they will be able to support you with a telephone or videoconference tutorial. All our tutors are all fully qualified and experienced teachers and subject specialists in the topics you will be studying.
We also provide support with UCAS applications including an academic reference.
Social science units on this course (Graded)
Health units on this course (Graded)
Biology units on this course (Graded)
Units on this course (Ungraded)

This gives you an opportunity to shine when you are invited for an interview at the university. You...

This can be awarded against a level 3 essay. In essay preparation, you will be expected to research...

Biology units on this course (Graded)

This unit looks at homeostasis and the kidney as a homeostatic organ. You will be researching the

(cannot combine with: Cell Differentiation and Tissues; DNA and Protein Synthesis; Human circulation

This introduces the basic structure and function of the nervous system including the peripheral

The skeletal system is the primary focus of attention in this unit where you will be given the

This unit covers the structure and function of the male and female reproductive system. There is a

This addresses the understanding of genetic inheritance including simple Mendelian crosses where you

Here you will be given the opportunity to explore the components and function of a balanced diet

The main theme in this unit is to develop an understanding of the hormone system and the endocrine

The topical area for this unit considers the nature of a range of non-infectious diseases including