Access to HE Diplomas are designed to prepare mature learners for higher education. They have been specifically designed for people who may have little in the way of formal educational qualifications, but who bring to the course a variety of life and work experience, a desire to learn and a willingness to study. In addition to studying the main subjects, you will have the opportunity to study information technology. A supportive learning environment is provided by using a variety of methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical laboratory sessions and private study. The course has been developed with the support of the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences at the University of Manchester.

In the past, students have progressed onto university courses and careers in dentistry, pharmacy, biological science, health care, medical sciences, biochemistry, optometry, speech pathology and therapy. Many of these courses require you to have experience of either paid or voluntary work in the area of health and social care. For applicants intending to apply for dentistry, many dental schools are also asking applicants to complete and achieve good scores in the UKCAT (United Kingdom Clinical Aptitude Test), for more information about this test visit the website at www.ukcat.co.uk