Access to HE L3 Diploma (Engineering)

Most university admissions tutors will accept the Access to HE Diploma as an entry qualification for Higher Education, but there may be some degrees for which this certificate alone may not be acceptable. The suitability of the course for your ultimate career aim will be discussed at interview.

Progression from this pathway can be on to degree programmes such as Automotive Engineering, Motorsport Technology, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Architecture and more.

Please note that whilst your subject tutors and Personal Tutor will make every effort to support your application for a university place, progression onto a specific higher education course cannot be guaranteed. It can be a highly competitive process, and your tutors, together with the college Careers Advisers, will try to give you realistic advice as to your chances of progression. Alternative routes into the career of your choice can be discussed.

One of past students,
Afnan Akthar, provided the following case study;
Joining Trafford College’s Access to HE Engineering Diploma proved to be a crucial step towards my university education. The course not only provided me with essential academic skills but also included modules in Electrical and Mathematics that proved invaluable in my first year of an Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. With the guidance and support of the college team, particularly in navigating the university application process, I successfully gained admission to the university.

During my time at Manchester Metropolitan University, I excelled academically, graduating with a First Class Degree, and achieving an impressive score of 83%. Additionally, my Final Year Project earned me the prestigious Siemens Award. Now, with a bright future ahead, I am thrilled to be embarking on a 2-year graduate scheme in Electrical Engineering and Maintenance at Sellafield.