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!
Entry Requirements
Immediate entry to the one-year Level 3 Access to HE Diploma offers students who have already attained sufficient GCSE qualifications the quickest route to university.
It is desirable that you have an English and Maths GCSE at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
However, we may be able to accept students without Maths, if their preferred university course does not require a Maths qualification.
In addition, it is possible to take a Maths GCSE alongside this Access Diploma.
It is preferred that you have these qualifications prior to starting your Level 3 Access to HE programme as the skills you will have gained from studying these qualifications will really help you on this programme.
All applicants will have the opportunity to discuss their application in an interview with one of our tutors, where any questions about the course will be addressed.
Additionally, you will complete an English and Maths assessment to assess your readiness for Level 3 study. Depending on the results, you may also have the opportunity to retake either a Maths or English GCSE alongside this course*.
*Please note, it will not be possible to retake both English and Maths GCSE alongside your Access to HE programme.
Details
The course is delivered through a mixture of lectures, class discussions, small group work and independent study, and there will be enrichment opportunities such as visits to relevant social, cultural and historical places of interest and client briefs.
You will receive expert advice, guidance and assistance in applying for university, and you will be supported through your studies by a team of highly qualified academic and support staff. Units on this course include:
- Digital Design Principles
- Introduction to the Media
- Visual Studies
- Developing a Brand
- Digital Art for Multimedia
- 3D Design
- Film Editing
- Graphic Design
- Representation within the Media
- Research: Final Major Project for Media Studies
The Access programme requires attendance for 12 hours per week over 36 weeks.
Fees: Upon successful completion of Higher Education course, Access fees are waived and not included in student loan repayments.
Progression
This course leads naturally to many vocational and academic degrees in the creative arts – such as degrees in Film, Media, Graphic Design, Games Development, Esports and many more.
Hopwood Hall College offers a range of Higher Education courses in Creative Arts and Digital Media - find out more HERE.
After university, you can pursue careers in areas such as: education and teaching, film, media and journalism, editing and publishing, the arts, events management and game designer.
Access to Higher Education 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 numerous years – changing the lives of many students
