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Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery)

at Isle of Wight College, Newport · college

Level 3Access to higher educationAccess to Higher Education Diploma (from 2014 onwards)36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Access to HE is a full level 3 Diploma course, which is specifically designed to enable mature (19+) learners to prepare to take, and to progress to university degree level programmes. Thousands of mature learners in the UK progress from Access courses to Higher Education programmes each year. The standard entry requirements for the Access to Higher Education course are GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above plus a commitment to learn.

What you need to get on

GCSE Maths at grade 4 (C) or above AND GCSE English / GCSE English Language at grade 4 (C) or above OR GCSE grade C equivalents in English and Maths (E.g. Appropriate Scottish Standard grade qualifications) ORIELTS at band 6.5 or above (For non-native speakers of English) GCSE Science at grade B or above, if you wish to study the Access chemistry subject option GCSE Maths at grade 6 (B) or above, if you wish to study the Access maths subject option

How you are assessed

A one-year route into university for people without A levels. Usually 19 and over.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • The Isle Of Wight College - Newport

    The Isle Of Wight College Medina Way, Newport, PO30 5TA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Newport

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