Access to Higher Education

Access to HE & Foundation Diplomas

Ready to take the next step towards university or a new career? Our Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas offer adult learners flexible, supportive routes into higher education — no traditional qualifications needed.

🔹 Level 3 Access to HE Diplomas

Our one-year Access to HE Diplomas are nationally recognised and designed to prepare you for university study:

• Psychology – Explore human behaviour, cognitive science, and mental health. Ideal for careers in Psychology, Counselling, and Education.
• Health Science Professions – Build a strong foundation in health and biological sciences. Perfect for Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health degrees.
• Humanities & Social Sciences (Social Work & Criminal Justice) – Dive into sociology, criminology, and law. A great route into Social Work, Youth Work, and Criminal Justice fields.

🔹 Level 2 Foundation Diplomas

Not quite ready for Level 3? Our foundation courses will build your study skills and subject knowledge:

• Progression to Further Study in Health Science Professions – Develop core skills in science and health for further study.
• Essential Skills for Further Study in Humanities and Social Sciences – Strengthen your academic writing, critical thinking, and social science knowledge.

Whether you’re returning to education or changing careers, our Access and Foundation courses will help you achieve your goals. Complete the form to request more information.

Please check out our ACCESS Provision at Doncaster College, by clicking this link Doncaster College – Access to Higher Education