What is an Access course to higher education equivalent to?

What is Access to HE Diploma equivalent to? Technically speaking, Access to HE Diploma courses are equivalent to a Level 3 qualification. This means that the work you do is generally about A-Level standard.

Do you have to pay for access to higher education courses?

Why you should study for an Access to HE You don’t have to pay anything upfront and the loan will be written off if you complete your course and go on to study a higher education programme.

Is access course considered higher education?

It’s a legitimate route into higher education – universities are directly involved in the creation of courses and many actively encourage applications from Access to HE Diploma holders. The Access to HE diploma is also part of the UCAS Tariff so it generates a score on a par with A Levels or BTEC courses.

How long does an access qualification last?

This is because Access to HE qualifications can be used up to 5 years after they are achieved. UCAS also provides a Tariff Points Calculator to help you work out how many points you can get from different qualifications at different grades.

Is access course equivalent to A levels?

Access to HE Diplomas are Level 3 qualifications like an A Level and a Welsh Baccalaureate, so should carry the same weight in university applications. They offer an excellent foundation in the skills and knowledge you’ll need if you’re looking to apply to university.

Is an access course equivalent to 3 A levels?

How long is an access to higher education course valid for?

5 years
This is because Access to HE qualifications can be used up to 5 years after they are achieved. UCAS also provides a Tariff Points Calculator to help you work out how many points you can get from different qualifications at different grades.

What universities accept higher education diploma?

Where Access to Higher Education Diplomas will be accepted

University of Oxford.
University of Cambridge.
Imperial College London.
University College London (UCL)
London School of Economics and Political Science.
University of Edinburgh.
King’s College London.
University of Manchester.

How many UCAS points is a Access course worth?

For an Access to HE Diploma, UCAS tariff points are anywhere between 48 and 144 points, depending on the grade you receive. It’s therefore possible for Access courses to generate the same amount of UCAS points as A Level or BTEC courses.