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Access to Higher Education Courses at DCG

Are you interested in degree level study but worried because you don’t have the traditional qualifications you need? Have you been out of education for a while? Do you need to rebuild your confidence to achieve your ambitions?

Why choose Derby College?

  • Our Access courses enable you to work towards that coveted university place or plan an exciting change of career.
  • We’ve just extended our range of subjects: you can now choose from courses in Art and Design, Health Professions, Science, Social Science and Teaching.
  • You can ease yourself back into education in a friendly environment, alongside students from diverse backgrounds and age groups.
  • Our experienced and enthusiastic teaching teams will provide the right level of support to keep you motivated and on track.
  • We offer family-friendly hours to ensure you can fit your studies into your busy lifestyle.
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Access to Higher Education – Course Listings

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Key Information

At Derby College we believe the best tutors are usually those who have real world experience of working in the field they’re teaching. So, in most cases, you’ll be taught by someone who has worked in the industry that you wish to enter. As well as being able to share their knowledge and experiences with you, they have crucial industry connections, which is a huge benefit when it comes to helping you to secure a work placement in your chosen field.

As part of your studies at Derby College we offer a full range of assistance to ensure you have a great learning experience.

Discover our campuses and facilities here. Each campus page contains:

  • 360-degree images of our facilities
  • A location map
  • A list of courses that are run at the campus
  • Student Success Stories

To find out more about this area, attend our next course and career event or contact us on 0800 028 0289

Press the Apply Now button, that can be found at the top and bottom of every course information page and follow the instructions for the InTouch applications portal.

If you are unable to apply online, contact Student Services who will help you complete your application form and will be able to help and guide you to make a decision on the course of study to meet your needs and ambitions.

 

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Access to Higher Education – Success Stories

Jason Mathurin

Adult and Community

Former Derby College Access student Jason Mathurin

Louise Alberts

Adult and Community

Louise Alberts working at hospital

Jade Shaw

Adult and Community

Jade Shaw

Christopher Cooke

Adult and Community

Christopher Cooke

Gerald Namwaza

Adult and Community

Gerald Namwaza wearing his gadtuation cap and gown

Cinzia Corleto

Adult and Community

Cinzia Corleto

Steven Rimmer

Adult and Community

Steven Rimmer

Jane Finch

Adult and Community

Jane Finch

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