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Access to Higher Education Diploma - (Computer Science) (September 2025 start)

This level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering a career withing the digital field and wish to gain a Higher Education qualification such as an HNC, HND or Bachelor's degree. You may have an interest in computing, IT or digital, or have enjoyed an entry level role in this area in the past, but would like to gain a higher qualification to progress within the current job market. The course is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and is designed to prepare learners without traditional qualifications for entry into Higher Education (HE). The Diploma provides an opportunity for learners to acquire and develop knowledge and skills needed to progress to higher education study and enables learners to develop social and emotional skills such as communication and confidence. This course is available on a full-time and is taught in-person at our Yeovil College campus. The full-time course is studied over 1 academic year, and students are typically timetabled for two days per week. Learners who complete and achieve the Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science) can progress onto Higher Education courses including the HNC and HND in computing, leading onto the BSc (Hons) top-up degree in computing. All of which are offered by Yeovil College. Additionally, learners can progress onto higher level apprenticeships within computing.
- Starts 02/09/2025
- Part Time
- College Main Site
Access to Higher Education Diploma - (Nursing and Midwifery) (September 2025 Start)

This course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering a career in Nursing or Midwifery who wish to progress to university and don't currently hold the necessary entry requirements. The Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) aims to develop your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of nurses and midwives and the skills needed to provide essential support, care and advice within the sector. You will also develop your understanding of the professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives. The course will take place at Yeovil College and will be delivered over two days per week for the whole academic year. You will have homework and assignment work set each week with strict deadlines. There are around 15 hours of additional study at home required each week so it is important to ensure that you can plan this into your weekly schedule.
- Starts 16/09/2025
- Part Time
- College Main Site
Access to Higher Education Diploma - (Science) (September 2025 Start)

This Access to Higher Education (Science) Diploma course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering progressing to university to study a scientific subject and don't currently hold the necessary entry requirements. The course has been developed for adults who missed out on higher education when they were younger or would like a change of career. The Study Programme aims to provide a firm foundation for progression to study at degree level. For this reason, study skills and educational support and guidance form essential elements of the programme. In addition, group and individual tutorial sessions support students and offer guidance with the UCAS process and study skills. The Diploma is taught by subject specialist teaching staff in a supportive environment to develop the academic skills necessary to progress onto higher education. You will have homework and assignment work set each week with strict deadlines. There is around 15 hours of additional study at home each week so it is important to ensure that you can plan this into your weekly schedule.
- Starts 17/09/2025
- Part Time
- College Main Site
Access to Higher Education Diploma - (Social Sciences) (September 2025 Start)

This Access to Higher Education (Social Science) Diploma course is designed for people aged 19 or older who are considering progressing to university and don't currently hold the necessary entry requirements. The course has been developed for adults who missed out on higher education when they were younger or would like a change of career. The Study Programme provides a firm foundation for progression to study at degree level across a range of disciplines including psychology, sociology, law and social work. Study skills and educational support and guidance form essential elements of the programme. In addition, group and individual tutorial sessions support students and offer guidance with the UCAS process and study skills. The Diploma is taught by subject specialist teaching staff in a supportive environment to develop the academic skills necessary to progress onto higher education. You will have homework and assignment work set each week with strict deadlines. There is around 15 hours of additional study at home each week so it is important to ensure that you can plan this into your weekly schedule.
- Starts 16/09/2025
- Part Time
- College Main Site
Access to Higher Education Diploma - Online - (Health Professions)

Fully online Access to Higher Education Diploma This course is designed for people aged 19 or older Do you want a career in the health professions such as paramedic science, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing or midwifery? Do you need a Level 3 Qualification to meet the entry requirements for university? Do you want to study online from the comfort of your own home? Are you unable to commit to full-time college-based study due to personal or employment reasons? Your learning will be fully online and will be managed and supported using an innovative online platform, with ongoing support from the experienced Yeovil College Access to HE curriculum team. As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course. You will also need to have your own laptop or desktop computer.
- Starts 15/09/2025
- Part Time
- Online Delivery
Access to Higher Education Diploma - Online - (Midwifery)

Fully online Access to Higher Education Diploma This course is designed for people aged 19 or older Do you want a career in midwifery? Do you need a Level 3 Qualification to meet the entry requirements for university? Do you want to study online from the comfort of your own home? Are you unable to commit to full-time college-based study due to personal or employment reasons? Your learning will be fully online and will be managed and supported using an innovative online platform, with ongoing support from the experienced Yeovil College Access to HE curriculum team. As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course. You will also need to have your own laptop or desktop computer.
- Starts 15/09/2025
- Part Time
- Online Delivery
Access to Higher Education Diploma - Online - (Nursing)

Fully online Access to Higher Education Diploma This course is designed for people aged 19 or older Do you want a career in nursing? Do you need a Level 3 Qualification to meet the entry requirements for university? Do you want to study online from the comfort of your own home? Are you unable to commit to full-time college-based study due to personal or employment reasons? Your learning will be fully online and will be managed and supported using an innovative online platform, with ongoing support from the experienced Yeovil College Access to HE curriculum team. As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course. You will also need to have your own laptop or desktop computer.
- Starts 17/09/2025
- Part Time
- Online Delivery