Access to HE Science (Health)

The CAVA Access Diploma is QAA recognised and is accepted by UK universities nationwide as a standard entry qualification for most degree courses. Each Access course and pathway is specifically designed with university progression in mind, and tutors will guide you through the HE application process.

This pathway can lead to a range of degree courses and careers in the healthcare sector, for example: 

• Adult/child/mental health nursing
• Nursing associate
• Midwifery
• Physiotherapy
• Dental hygiene
• Operating department practice
• Physicians Associate
• Paramedic

If you are a mature student with the ambition to go to university but lack the level 3 qualifications, an Access to Higher Education course is a fantastic solution.

The Access to Higher Education course is a 1-year full-time course specifically for motivated individuals aged 19 and over who wish to go on to study a degree, progress in their career, or simply extend their knowledge after being out of formal education for some time.

You will study a range of subjects at Level 3 in core maths and science, but with a large component of the course focusing on biology. Subjects include:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Numerical Data and Statistical Analysis
• Microbiology
• Psychology and mental health
• Health and Disease
• Anatomy & Physiology

You will also be trained in study skills to help you make the most of your time on the course and to become an effective undergraduate at university.

Towards the end of your course, you will complete an individual research point in a topic area that interests you.