What Recognition Means for Your Diploma
Access to HE Diplomas are fully recognised qualifications that let you apply to university in the same way as someone with A Levels.
They are official Level 3 qualifications, which means they carry equal weight in university admissions.
Ensuring Standards Through QAA Oversight
Every diploma is regulated and quality-checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
This ensures that the course structure, assessment and academic level meet national standards. Because of this regulation, universities can trust that Access to HE students have completed a rigorous study programme.
Universities That Accept Access to HE Diplomas
More than 140 universities across the UK accept Access to HE Diplomas for undergraduate entry.
Each year, over 20,000 students use an Access to HE Diploma to secure a place at university. This makes it one of the most established adult-learning routes into higher education.