Access to Higher Education Diplomas

Fund your course with an Advanced Learner Loan 

This course is eligible for funding via an Advanced Learner Loan from Student Finance England. The Government introduced 19+ Advanced Learner Loans to help adults with the costs of further education courses.

No upfront costs - and nothing to pay if you graduate from University 

Getting a loan doesn’t depend on your income and there are no credit checks. Advanced Learner Loans don’t get repaid until you earn over £25,000 per year.

If you progress onto a higher education course, Student Finance England will write off any outstanding balances for your Access to HE upon completion of your degree. 

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Self Funding

Not eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan, or would rather fund the qualification yourself? You can self-fund our Access to Higher Education Diplomas. 

We accept the following payment methods: 

Pay in 12 Interest Free Instalments 

We also offer interest free finance through Premium Credit.

Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas have some entry requirements you will need to meet: 

• • You will need to be 19 or over at the start of your course
  • You will need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification (GCSE or equivalent) - copies of your certificates will be requested as part of the enrolment process
  • Full use of a laptop
  • Access to the internet

If you don't have your Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, we can support you through Functional Skills qualifications.

As part of our enrolment process, you will need to complete a telephone interview and a written assessment which will ensure that the course is the right level for you. 

To be eligible for funding via Student Finance England, you must be a resident of England for 3+ years, for purposes other than study.

Meeting entry requirements for University: 

Most students choose to complete an Access to Higher Education Diploma as part of a longer-term aim of progressing to university.

Whilst your tutors are there to support and guide individual applications, it is your responsibility to research the specific entry requirements for your chosen course at the university that you wish to progress onto.

An Access to HE Diploma is made up of units that offer 45 graded credits and 15 ungraded credits. You will complete a number of assignments as part of your modules that will form your electronic portfolio. You will be assessed via formal written assignments, that will create a portfolio of work.

Access courses are designed for people who have been out of education for some time - so they're the perfect option if you left school without the qualifications you'd need to go straight to university. They provide you with a good level of knowledge and skills so that you feel prepared to start a degree. Whether you're a career changer, have been out of employment and education for some time, or you're looking to pursue a subject you're passionate about - an Access to HE course could be the right option for you. 

Yes - our Access to Higher Education courses are accredited by AIM Group. On completion of the course, learners will receive a national qualification which is accepted as an entry requirement for many universities across England and Wales. 

Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are designed to be studied part-time, over 47 weeks. Our courses are delivered to mirror university timetables, with studies completed in grouped terms known as modules. 

Our Access to HE Diplomas are delivered online - making learning accessible, so you can study anywhere. You’ll have access to our online platform, where you can learn independently, build knowledge, and complete interactive sessions which embed your learning. 

Studying online doesn't mean you're on your own! You'll have full support of our expert tutors and engagement support team, who are on hand throughout your course. 

As this is an online course, you will need access to a laptop or PC to complete your diploma.