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Level 3 Access To Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

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Take the first step toward your psychology degree.

Course Overview

If you’re curious about how people think and behave, and you want to begin building a career in a psychology related field, the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology) is a Level 3 course made to help you get ready for degree study. And if you don’t currently have the grades needed for university entry, don’t worry, this type of Access course is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to apply.

This programme is set up to guide you toward a Psychology degree. You’ll cover important foundations such as child development, the brain and nervous system, and forensic psychology. Once you’ve finished, you can move on to university study and consider psychology related options like Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling.

Course Units

Moving into Higher Education
How to Study Academically
Creating a Written Assignment
Getting Ready for a Higher Education Interview
Getting Started with Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Development Over Time
How Social Skills Begin
Social Influence and Impact
Important Studies in Psychology
The Brain and Nervous System
Personality Explained
Understanding Stress
Treatments and Therapeutic Approaches
Psychopathology Basics
Forensic Psychology
Crime, Lawbreaking, and Deviance

Course Entry Requirements

Our Access to Higher Education Diplomas come with entry requirements you’ll need to meet:

- You must be 19 or older when your course starts
- You’ll need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification (GCSE or an equivalent) including Level 2 qualifications completed outside of England. During enrolment, we’ll ask you to provide copies of your certificates
- Full access to a laptop
- Access to the internet
- Must live in England

Most applicants are expected to have at least two Level 2 qualifications or more. That said, we may still be able to review applicants who only have an English qualification. If you need it, support for Functional Skills in English and/or Maths can be provided while you’re on the Access to HE course.

As part of our enrolment process, you’ll complete a telephone interview and a written task. This helps us confirm the course level is right for you.

Requirements for progressing to university:

Many students use the Access to Higher Education Diploma as a stepping stone toward a longer term goal of university study.

While your tutors will help and guide you with your application, it’s still up to you to check the exact entry requirements for the specific course at the university you want to move on to.

Assessment Method

Your Access to HE Diploma is split into units that include 45 graded credits and 15 credits that aren’t graded. Across the modules, you’ll complete a series of assignments, and these will come together in your online portfolio. Assessment is carried out through formal written work that builds a clear record of your progress.

Throughout the course, you’ll be expected to join live online sessions, but there’s also time to work independently. You’ll have support from one of our specialist tutors for the duration of your programme.

Who is this course suitable for?

Access courses are aimed at people who have been away from education for a while. So if you left school without the qualifications you needed to go straight into university, this can be a really solid option. You’ll build a helpful level of knowledge and skills so you feel ready to start a degree. Whether you’re changing careers, getting back into study after a break from work and education, or trying to follow a subject you genuinely care about, an Access to HE course might be the right fit for you.

Is this an accredited course?

Yes, this course is accredited by AIM Group. When you finish, you’ll receive a national qualification that many universities in England and Wales accept as an entry requirement.

How long is this course?

These courses are designed to be studied part-time over 47 weeks. We structure your learning to match university timetables, using grouped terms called modules.

How will you study?

Our Access to HE Diplomas are delivered online, which means you can learn wherever you are. You’ll log into our online platform, work through content independently, and take part in interactive sessions that support what you’re learning.

Studying online doesn’t mean you’re left to figure everything out on your own. You’ll have full support from our experienced tutors, plus an engagement support team that’s there during the course.

Because it’s an online programme, you’ll need access to a laptop or PC to complete your diploma.

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If you want to pay for the course yourself, you can apply for interest free instalments through Premium Credit.

Get in touch with our team today, or call us on 01388 777129 for more information.

Fund your course with Premium Credit

If you want to pay for the course yourself, you can apply for interest free instalments through Premium Credit.

Get in touch with our team today, or call us on 01388 777129 for more information.

Explore our other payment options

As another way to fund your course, you can pay directly yourself instead of using Premium Credit. We accept the following payment methods:

LCG Shop Payments

Pay in 12 Interest Free Instalments

If you’d rather spread the cost with interest free finance, you can apply for funding through Premium Credit.

To find out if this option works for you, call us on 01388 777 129.

Support with your UCAS application

When you join an Access course, you’ll get full support for your UCAS application. You’ll begin with our 'study skills hub', which focuses on the skills you’ll need for what comes next during and after your Access to HE diploma.

Live online classes with specialist tutors

Our tutors bring both subject expertise and academic experience. Across the programme, you’ll take part in a mix of live online classes and assignment work, so you’re learning in a way that feels closer to university study.

Seminars with experts in the sector

As a learner with us, you can join extra events outside of your core sessions. This includes webinars with guest speakers, such as NHS professionals, so you can get a more realistic feel for what the field is like day to day!

Studying made simple!

To make enrolment as straightforward as possible, we’ve got a dedicated team behind the scenes. They move quickly, keep things clear, and work with you to make sure you’re fully enrolled, inducted, and set up on your programme without unnecessary delays.

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Complete all the classes

Attend classes, ask questions, and finish your homework. We check your activity and support your learning journey every step of the way.

Get the Summary Notes

Receive high-quality supporting documents, summary notes, and recommended readings. Ensure you have access to all tools and resources.

Complete 100% Impact

Complete the final assessment to validate your learning. Earn your certificate and share your achievement with your professional network!

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