The Access to HE Diploma: Art & Design provides an opportunity for anyone without the necessary qualifications to step up to Higher Education.
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The Access to HE Diploma: Art & Design provides an opportunity for anyone without the necessary qualifications to step up to Higher Education.
The aim of the Access to HE Diploma: Art & Design course is to produce fully rounded, enthusiastic, confident and creative students who can successfully engage with the complex boundaries of higher education in Art & Design.
This one year course is aimed at mature students who want the chance to progress onto a degree level qualification, even if they may not have A Levels.
All students are supported by a system of individual and group tutorials. Attendance is two days per week (over one year). As the course is at Level 3, commitment is essential. In addition to your work at College you will be required to undertake independent study and research.
Start Date
Start Dates: Week Beginning 8th September 2025
12 hours per week
Monday & Tuesday
9:30am – 3:30pm
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
Applicants with no formal qualifications will be considered following the outcome of a guidance interview and on their portfolio of work. Candidates will be required to show a portfolio of work, enthusiasm and a commitment to the course at an interview.
Progression
You may progress on to a BA Honours Degree, Foundation Degree or HND, self-employment or become a freelance artist or designer.
Ideal courses would be the University Centre’s FD Art and Design and FD Graphic Media Communication both of which lead to a one year full honours degree top up.
Assessment Methods
Each unit will be assessed by a portfolio of visual evidence, a personal sketchbook, a presentation, essay/reports, a file of evidence/research and written evaluations and presentations.
Course Fees
Tuition Fee: £3,928
Registration Fee: £200
An Advanced Learner Loan is available to cover the cost of the Tuition Fee on this course. The Registration Fee is a separate fee, which you may not need to pay depending on your circumstances. Advice will be given about this during enrolment.
When you complete a HE qualification the Advanced Learner Loan is written off and you will not need to repay it.
Please contact Advice & Guidance for more information on 01422 399367 or see the Finance and Funding page.
Awarding Body
This diploma is validated and approved by Open Awards.
Career Opportunities
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Autumn Term
2nd Sept 2024 – 25th Oct 2024
4th Nov 2024 – 20th Dec 2024
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom