Preparation for Access to Higher Education
at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college
What the college says
This is a one-year Level 2 course designed for adults aged 19+ who need to build up their English, maths GCSE and study skills in order to gain entry on to their chosen Access to HE Diploma course.
What you need to get on
3 GCSEs grade 3 (D) in maths, English and science and pass an interview and initial assessment
How you are assessed
A one-year route into university for people without A levels. Usually 19 and over.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.
Where it runs
Bordesley Green
Fordrough Lane Bordesley Green, Birmingham, B9 5NA
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South and City College Birmingham 1 Longbridge Lane, Northfield, B31 2AJ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Birmingham
- 7 September 2026 · Northfield
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