Level 2 Access To Higher Education

Access courses are designed for students who want a fast track route to university or to progress into careers and vocations that require higher level qualifications. Access courses have featured at Hopwood Hall for many years - changing the lives of many students. We're also proud to say that our achievement and success rates are amongst the best in the country.

Entry Requirements

Entry to the Level 2 programme will require an initial assessment of English and Maths (and science where necessary).

Details

The Level 2 course is up to 16 hours per week (daytime only) for 30 weeks and comprises compulsory GCSE maths and English (if not already attained at grade C or above) and up to one from the following:

Science
Psychology
Sociology

Students who have attained a grade C in English or maths can choose two from the above.

Work Experience

There is no formal work experience requirement for this course.

Progression

Upon completion of the Level 2 course, students can progress onto the Level 3 Access to HE Diploma, with four pathways available.

Anne Colgan

The course is great fun - whether it’s for a career or just to enjoy. Most people are nervous when you meet a bunch of new people, but everyone was there to learn and have fun!

Lorraine Dale

It was great to learn from knowledgeable tutors who were more than happy to share their knowledge

Joshua Watt

There are so many fantastic opportunities at Hopwood – be sure to say ‘yes’ to as many as you can!

Saad Farooq

My course opened up many doors and I have achieved a lot since gaining my qualification at such a great University Centre

Helen King-Wilson

Hopwood unlocked capabilities that I did not recognise in myself and gave me the confidence to expand my knowledge

Oliver Lewis

Hopwood’s facilities were top notch – the whole experience really was brilliant

Emily Hamilton

I was slightly older when I started my apprenticeship, but I’m now on an ever-growing career path thanks to the amazing team at Hopwood

Luke Webster

Hopwood Hall College gave me so much to be thankful for. They helped me become the professional I am today