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Access to HE Diploma

A level 3 qualification for adults without traditional qualifications, preparing them for university.

Also called
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Used in
England, Wales
Topic
Qualifications

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Level 3 England Wales Northern Ireland
A qualification level that includes A levels, AS levels, T Levels, the IB Diploma, advanced apprenticeships and the Access to HE Diploma.
Mature student All four UK nations (details may differ)
A university student who starts an undergraduate course aged 21 or over.

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