Access to he diploma (health sciences)

2. Course description The ideal way for adult students without traditional A Levels or Level 3 qualifications to gian entry to a degree or other Higher Education course; An Access to Higher Education Diploma is the ideal way for ADULT students (aged 19+) without traditional A levels or Level 3 qualifications to qualify for entry to a degree or other Higher Education course. The Access qualification is a popular, nationally recognised qualification designed to provide adult students with the skills they need to apply for courses at universities., , Access Diplomas are Level 3 courses specifically tailored toward the adult learner. South Downs College is proud to be offering QAA credit based Access to Higher Education Diplomas validated by LASER in a variety of qualification pathways., , The Health Sciences Diploma is for those students wishing to pursue a wide range of health professions including Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Paramedic Practice/Science, Operating Department Practitioner, Radiography, Dietetics and allied health sciences, sport related courses or subject specific degrees. Core subjects will include: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Energy Systems and Nutrition and Muscular-Skeletal Systems. (Note: All pathways also include modules in study skills, preparation for university and an independent project unit)., , Successful students receive an Access to Higher Education Diploma which is currently validated by a regional Access Validation Agency (LASER). This is a national validation indicating a common level of academic achievement, recognised by universities. In addition, grades achieved through completion of Level 3 units will be shown separately on the certificate to indicate individual subject achievement/ability., , ,