Post-16 Higher Education
Our directory brings together links to higher education courses offered by local post-16 providers, including colleges, and training centres. Whether you or your Young Person you support are interested in academic study, vocational training, or specialist programmes, this page is designed to help you explore your options and connect directly with providers. This resource is a new addition to our site so keep keeping checking as we will update with more information over time.
North Hertfordshire College
Access to Higher Education
Access to Higher Education courses provide a means for those aged 19 and over who have no formal qualifications to gain the skills and UCAS points to access university degrees. These courses offered by North Herts College are taught over two full-contact days per week, which means you can fit in alongside employment and any other responsibilities you may have. Explore what’s available here.
Foundation Year: Your First Step into an Extended Degree
A foundation year is an extra year at the start of a university course. It helps you build the knowledge and skills you need to feel confident and ready for your degree.
North Herts College offer the foundation year for for the below subjects which means when you finish, you can move on smoothly into your degree.
Initial Year for Extended Degree in Science - Biomedical and Healthcare Science
Initial Year for Extended Degree in Science - Mathematics
Initial Year for Extended Degree in Science - Physical Sciences