Level 3

Course for 17-18-year-olds
Monday and Thursday
08 Sep 2025 (1 Year)
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Access To HE: Biomedical Sciences

This course is designed for people aged 17 - 18 and is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in the medical, science, life sciences or health science professions, or considering changing careers to work in these fields.

Subjects/Topics Covered

The modules in this course typically include:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Study Skills

Assessment Methods

The Access to HE Diploma is designed to reflect the rigour and demands of undergraduate study. It includes a range of assessment methods such as essays, reports, in class exams, presentations, and portfolios.

Study Time

The course is in college, face to face on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9am to 4.45pm. Please note that Access courses require at least one day per week in addition to your timetabled sessions of independent study and applicants must be able to commit to that.

Work Placement

All learners will be expected to undertake a related work placement of at least 37 hours during the year. ##Progression Opportunities

This course will help you progress onto a variety of degree courses within science pathways, including University Centre Weston’s:

  • Public and Environmental Health BSc (Hons)
  • Animal Conservation, Welfare and Behaviour BSc (Hons)

Plus a range of degrees at universities across the country, including:

  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Radiography
  • Dentistry
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Optometry
  • Podiatry
  • Chiropractic
  • Physiotherapy
  • Dietetics

Entry Requirements

GSCE English and maths Grade 4/C. We will consider equivalent qualifications, but the applicant must check that their equivalents will be accepted for entry to their chosen university and will continue to work towards GCSEs in both subjects during the Access course.

Financing Your Course

If you are under 19 at the start of the course it will be fully funded.
Any questions? Please feel free to email maxine.park@weston.ac.uk


iAn interview is required for this course.

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