Online Access to HE
Incorporate additional flexibility for your learners by offering them the opportunity to study for an Access to HE Diploma, completely online.

Deliver Access to HE online with OCN London
Our online Access to HE provision allows learners to study at their own pace and fit their education around other commitments, such as work or family responsibilities.
It has been designed to support learners to achieve the Diploma, in a flexible, accessible way, whilst still providing them with the skills and knowledge to prepare to study at degree level.
Online courses are available in:
- Business Studies
- Health and Social Care
- Midwifery
- Nursing
Key Facts
- Available on the ePearl platform
- Includes online content, learning materials and assignment briefs
- All supporting materials specially designed for online learning
- Can be delivered 100% online, roll-on-roll-off, or through a blended delivery approach
- Includes ePortfolio system for assessment and internal moderation
- The units have been pre-selected, totalling the 60 credits required to achieve the Diploma
Why choose online Access to HE?
Access to HE Diplomas not only provide essential academic subject knowledge needed for higher education study, but by providing an online option, you are opening up opportunities for hard-to-reach individuals.
By offering online Access to HE, you can nurture a genuinely inclusive curriculum for those looking for a route into higher education.
Benefits of online Access to HE
- Able to reach a wider range of potential learners by offering additional flexibilities to those who may be in full or part time employment, have caring responsibilities or other commitments.
- Provides learners with the opportunity to fine tune both digital and study skills in preparation for University.
- Well established and widely accepted by universities, qualifying for UCAS tariff points equivalent to three A levels.
- Learners aged 19+ may be fully funded through the ESFA Adult Skills Fund or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Click below to view and find out more about the ePearl platform and how it can be used to deliver Access to HE Diplomas.
Resource Samples
Please find some examples of our Study Skills Materials below.
If you would like to speak to our Access to HE team about online Access to HE, please complete the form below.

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