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Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions)

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Courses Code
QF3ASED
Study method
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Cost*
£3384
Location(s)
Online Learning

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  • Is this course for you?

    Have you been away from education for a while and are now eager to pursue a university degree?

    The Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions) is the perfect course for you. This flexible programme opens the door to a wide variety of education-related degree courses, including teaching and other vocational or subject-specific fields.

    This is a one-year, full-time programme (35 weeks). The course will be delivered remotely, with all learning and assessments conducted through Pearl, an online learning platform. You will be assigned a personal tutor who will guide you through your studies and offer support with assignments.

    Depending on your prior qualifications, you may also need to study maths or English, which could extend your timetable. This will be determined by the grades you’ve already achieved.

    In some cases, you may need to take out an Advanced Learner Loan to fund the course, based on your age and previous qualifications. However, as long as you successfully complete the course and progress to university, your fees will be waived upon entry.

    Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions), providing you with the qualifications to move forward in your academic journey.

  • Required qualifications

    You will need to have previously achieved GCSE English at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills*) and GCSE maths at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills*). If you do not have Level 2 qualifications in maths and English you may be able to study one of these alongside your Access course. This will be discussed as part of the Information, Advice and Guidance process.

    *Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet their entry requirements. They may also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9), including a science for some pathways. All applicants are advised to check entry requirements for their chosen degree programme. English and maths are an integral part of the programme and will be embedded within all subject areas so that your skills in these areas are continued whilst on the course.

  • What skills will I develop?

    The Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of educational theories, practices, and the broader societal and scientific contexts in which education operates. This course prepares students for Higher Education leading to careers in teaching, educational administration, and related fields. Students will acquire essential knowledge, specific skills, and transferable skills necessary for success in these areas. This Diploma is perfect for learners who are interested in primary or secondary teaching.

    Key subject modules include:

    • Developments in Education
    • Safeguarding
    • Perspectives in Education
    • Play in the Curriculum
    • Child Development

    As well as the knowledge gained from studying these subjects you will develop many academic skills, such as writing and referencing, critical thinking and research skills, as well as time management, reflective skills and many more, all of which are crucial for progressing to university. You are assessed at the end of each unit of study through a variety of assessment methods.

  • Careers

    Successful completion of this Access to HE Diploma will open doors to a number of university courses, including:

    • Early Childhood Studies
    • Primary Education/Early Years with QTS
    • Secondary Teaching
    • Working with Children and Young Families
    • Education Studies
    • Learning and Teaching Degrees

  • Work experience

    Work experience is not expected whilst on the course but if you are interested in a vocational degree such as primary school teaching then it is expected that you are undertaking some work experience in preparation for your university interview.

  • Other important information

    This course is delivered as an online distance learning course.

  • Is this course for you?

    Have you been away from education for a while and are now eager to pursue a university degree?

    The Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions) is the perfect course for you. This flexible programme opens the door to a wide variety of education-related degree courses, including teaching and other vocational or subject-specific fields.

    This is a one-year, full-time programme (35 weeks). The course will be delivered remotely, with all learning and assessments conducted through Pearl, an online learning platform. You will be assigned a personal tutor who will guide you through your studies and offer support with assignments.

    Depending on your prior qualifications, you may also need to study maths or English, which could extend your timetable. This will be determined by the grades you’ve already achieved.

    In some cases, you may need to take out an Advanced Learner Loan to fund the course, based on your age and previous qualifications. However, as long as you successfully complete the course and progress to university, your fees will be waived upon entry.

    Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions), providing you with the qualifications to move forward in your academic journey.

  • Required qualifications

    You will need to have previously achieved GCSE English at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills*) and GCSE maths at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills*). If you do not have Level 2 qualifications in maths and English you may be able to study one of these alongside your Access course. This will be discussed as part of the Information, Advice and Guidance process.

    *Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet their entry requirements. They may also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9), including a science for some pathways. All applicants are advised to check entry requirements for their chosen degree programme. English and maths are an integral part of the programme and will be embedded within all subject areas so that your skills in these areas are continued whilst on the course.

  • What skills will I develop?

    The Access to HE Diploma (Education Professions) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of educational theories, practices, and the broader societal and scientific contexts in which education operates. This course prepares students for Higher Education leading to careers in teaching, educational administration, and related fields. Students will acquire essential knowledge, specific skills, and transferable skills necessary for success in these areas. This Diploma is perfect for learners who are interested in primary or secondary teaching.

    Key subject modules include:

    • Developments in Education
    • Safeguarding
    • Perspectives in Education
    • Play in the Curriculum
    • Child Development

    As well as the knowledge gained from studying these subjects you will develop many academic skills, such as writing and referencing, critical thinking and research skills, as well as time management, reflective skills and many more, all of which are crucial for progressing to university. You are assessed at the end of each unit of study through a variety of assessment methods.

  • Careers

    Successful completion of this Access to HE Diploma will open doors to a number of university courses, including:

    • Early Childhood Studies
    • Primary Education/Early Years with QTS
    • Secondary Teaching
    • Working with Children and Young Families
    • Education Studies
    • Learning and Teaching Degrees

  • Work experience

    Work experience is not expected whilst on the course but if you are interested in a vocational degree such as primary school teaching then it is expected that you are undertaking some work experience in preparation for your university interview.

  • Other important information

    This course is delivered as an online distance learning course.

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  • Access to HE Education (LE3)

    Online Learning

    Start Date: September

    Code: QXF3ASED

    Cost: £3384

    Full Time: 34 Weeks

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