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Combined Studies (Yr 1 of 2) (Level 3 Ulster University Access Diploma)

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Adult Learning (Access to Higher Education)

Course Overview

Designed for adults, the course will provide the opportunity to achieve an equivalence of 3 ‘A’ levels so that you can progress to higher level courses in further education or to university. You will have to commit to a high degree of independent study and reading, studying up to seven subjects, three are at Level 2 (if you dont hold a GCSE Grade C in Mathematics) and four are at Level 3. Students should preferably have a GCSE English Grade C or equivalent and will also be asked to demonstrate a level of literacy and numeracy at interview. Students without GCSE English or equivalent may be expected to undertake a GCSE English qualification in conjunction with their Access course.
  • Start Date
    8 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    34 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strand Road

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Applications/Enrolment now Closed for this year

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  • Course: Ulster University Access Diploma in Combined Studies (Yr 1 of 2) Ref D003
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 08/09/2026
    (Tue:6:15PM-9:45PM / Wed:5:15PM-9:45PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £476.00
    Concession £190.00
    Examination £172.00
    Applications CLOSED

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

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  • Site location Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Students will be required to undertake an assessment at interview to provide evidence of Level 2 competence in English and Mathematics. They must be 19 years of age or over on 1st July in year of entry and not have been registered on any full-time education program for two years. Interview and assessment required.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Interview Required

Additional Information

The part-time Combined Studies Access course, which is an evening course that runs two evenings per week, allows you to select a pathway to take you into Higher Education. Students must successfully complete. Year 1 in order to proceed to Year 2. Year 1 subjects include: Communications, Mathematics, Study and Digital Skills. Year 2 subjects include: Sociology, History, English Literature and Business & Enterprise.

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