All our Access Diplomas are made up of three Level 3 subjects with 45 credits of graded Academic Subject Content (ASC) and 15 credits of ungraded Academic Preparation Skills units (APS) which offer generic study skills to prepare you for higher level study. On the Nursing & Midwifery Diploma you will study Biology, Psychology, and either Chemistry or Sociology. You will also study core compulsory components in Study Skills covering academic writing, referencing, presentation and seminar skills, research, and reflective practice to ensure you are university ready when you complete your Diploma.
You will also receive help and advice with the selection of university and college courses available to you, and with your UCAS application, personal statement, and interview preparation.
Students are advised to organise their own work experience after consultation with universities.
Additional costs:
The course fee is £3135.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index
All our Access Diplomas are made up of three Level 3 subjects with 45 credits of graded Academic Subject Content (ASC) and 15 credits of ungraded Academic Preparation Skills units (APS) which offer generic study skills to prepare you for higher level study. On the Nursing & Midwifery Diploma you will study Biology, Psychology, and either Chemistry or Sociology. You will also study core compulsory components in Study Skills covering academic writing, referencing, presentation and seminar skills, research, and reflective practice to ensure you are university ready when you complete your Diploma.
You will also receive help and advice with the selection of university and college courses available to you, and with your UCAS application, personal statement, and interview preparation.
Students are advised to organise their own work experience after consultation with universities.
Additional costs:
The course fee is £3135.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index
You may want to consider one of the following degree programmes at University Centre Somerset:
Alternatively, there are a variety of other Higher Education institutions offering related degrees. Previous students have gone on to degree courses including Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Midwifery, Psychology, Operating Department Practice, and other healthcare-related areas.
Please note: Most university courses require GCSE Maths and/or English at Grade C/4 or above. There is opportunity to study either or both alongside your Access programme if needed. You may also need to obtain relevant work experience for university entry for Nursing or Midwifery degrees.
There are no specific academic requirements for entry onto the course, but candidates will undergo and initial interview and subsequent assessment day to ensure you are on the right course for your skill level, and ensure you have a sound grasp of basic skills in English and maths
It is recommended that students have achieved a minimum Level 2 English qualification or GCSE Grade 3/D in English language. Equivalent qualifications will be considered on application and at interview
This course is for students aged 19 and
over.
The course fee is £3135.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index.