Access to HE Diploma (Medical Science) - with Level 4 & Level 5 Nutrition Qualifications

What You'll Learn

The Access to HE Diploma (Medical Science) includes both subject-specific and academic skills development, including: 

• • • Human biology and immunity 
    • Nutrition and digestion
    • Understanding eating disorders 
    • Inequalities in health, illness and social care 
    • Academic study techniques 
    • Progression skills for higher education 

In addition to subject modules, the course includes developmental units designed to help you build confidence in academic writing, research and independent learning. 

Qualifications Included

You will achieve the following qualifications: 

• • Access to HE Diploma (Medical Science) – awarded by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group
  • Level 5 Award in Nutrient Metabolism – Transcend Awards
  • Level 4 Award in Nutrition – Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH)
  • The Access to HE Diploma is the nationally recognised qualification used by universities to assess readiness for higher education study. 

Entry Requirements & Course Details

There are no formal entry requirements to begin this course. To ensure the content is accessible, we recommend literacy and numeracy at Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE grade 4/C or above, or National 4 in Scotland). 

This course is designed for adult learners returning to education who do not hold traditional entry qualifications. Some learners may begin with the Level 4 or Level 5 nutrition qualifications before progressing to the Access to HE Diploma element. 

The course is delivered through online learning and can take up to 12 months to complete, depending on study pace. 

You will complete approximately 600 notional learning hours. 

The Access to HE Diploma consists of 60 credits, graded as: 

• • Pass 
  • Merit 
  • Distinction 

How You'll Study

You will study online through our learning platform, which provides 24/7 access to course materials. Support includes: 

• • • Flexible online learning 
    • Tutor support 
    • Virtual workshops 
    • Self-paced study 

This format is designed to support learners balancing work, family and other commitments. 

Assessment

Assessment methods include: 

• • • Written assignments 
    • Online multiple-choice examination 
    • Case study 

Your Access to HE Diploma is graded using the nationally recognised grading system of Pass, Merit and Distinction. 

Study Time and Duration

• • Up to 12 months to complete 
  • Approximately 600 notional learning hours 
  • Flexible pacing