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Study an Access to Higher Education Diploma online and prepare for university-level study, with flexible learning, tutor support and clear progression routes. We also offer GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths.
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Biology
Explore biology-focused routes that support progression into university study and related science subjects. SubjectBiopsychology
Explore routes connected to psychology, counselling, mental health, and related university subjects. SubjectBusiness
Explore business-related routes that support progression into management, finance, law, and related degrees. SubjectPhysics
Explore physics-focused routes that support progression into university study and related science subjects. SubjectHealth
Explore health-focused Access routes linked to nursing, allied health, care, and related university subjects. SubjectBiology and Chemistry
Explore Biology and Chemistry courses and progression routes. Course typeGCSE
Study recognised English and Maths qualifications online to support progression into higher-level study. Course typeFunctional Skills
Gain accepted English and Maths qualifications through a faster, more flexible route with online exams.Popular progression routes
Explore some of the most common university progression routes our learners choose.
Nursing and midwifery
A common university progression route for learners preparing for nursing, midwifery, and related health professions.Health and allied professions
Explore routes that can support progression into areas such as therapy, radiography, and other health-focused degrees.Psychology and social sciences
Study online and prepare for progression into psychology, counselling, social science, and related university courses.Why study with Academy Online Learning?
Study around your life
Flexible online learning makes it easier to fit study around work, family, and other commitments.
Tutor-supported learning
Learn with support, guidance, and clear direction so you can keep moving forward with confidence.
A clear route towards university
Choose courses that help you work towards university entry, career change, or renewed confidence in learning.
Designed for adults returning to study
Our courses are designed to help adult learners compare options, build confidence, and take the next step more clearly.
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A supportive route back into learning
Many of our learners are adults returning to education after time away from study, balancing learning alongside work or family life, or preparing for a career change. Our courses are designed to make that next step clear, flexible, and achievable.
Academy Online Learning is a Skills and Education Group Access Recognised Centre and is approved to run the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The Access to HE Diploma is QAA accredited.
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