Access to Higher Education Diploma: Social Science

• We understand that you may have been out of education for a long time, so we'll ease you in gently and provide you with all the support you need
• When you've successfully completed this course, you'll have a nationally recognised qualification to apply to university
• You will choose two or three other subjects to study depending on the degree you want to go on to study
• Your classes will fit around school holidays, and classes start at 10am

If you successfully complete this course, you'll gain a nationally recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma. The course consists of Study Skills and two or three main subjects. The subjects you choose will depend on which degree you plan to go on to. Our courses are ran by the University of Derby.

This course can be studied at our Derby, Buxton or Leek Campuses.

To book your place at our next Access Information Event, click below

• Information Event Buxton Campus and Leek Campus
• Information Event Derby Campus

• Sociology
• History
• Psychology
• Study Skills

Typical entry requirements

£3,000-£4,000 depending on the diploma. If you are aged between 19-23, you may be exempt from course fees. For all other students you may be eligible to apply for the 19+ Advanced Learner Loan. Upon completion of your Access course and undergraduate degree, your Advanced Learner loan will be written off.

If you're interested in this course you'll need to attend an Information Event.

At the event, you’ll be able to find out everything about the course, find out about fees and finance and get careers advice.

Contact details

† Additional information about your studies

Please note: Our courses are refreshed and updated on a regular basis. If you are thinking about transferring onto this course (into the second year for example), you should contact the programme leader for the relevant course information as modules may vary from those shown on this page.