FAQs - Access to HE Diplomas
Take a look at some of our most frequently asked questions regarding our Access to HE provision.
If you are already an Open Awards provider (delivering other qualifications with us), it doesn’t cost you anything.
If you are new to Open Awards, there are small fees involved. Full details can be found on in Pricing Information.
It is a simple process to become a provider with us. Please complete the New Business Enquiry Form and a member of the team will get in touch to discuss your curriculum plans and talk you through the process.
Yes – Most universities across the United Kingdom recognise the Access to HE Diploma, but we advise all learners looking to progress to Higher Education (HE) to check the admissions requirements of their chosen university before applying for the course. Some universities require a specific grade profile for admittance so please check with the university before applying for the Access to HE course.
The Access to HE Diploma is comprised of 60 credits. 45 are graded and 15 are ungraded.
The Access to HE Diploma is a Level Three (3) Diploma. This is the equivalent of three (3) A Levels.
The Access to HE diploma is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
Open Awards is a licensed Access Validating Agency (AVA) with the QAA.