Stephen's story Access to Higher Education Case study

Name: Stephen

Age: 24

Lives in: Maldon

Stephen studied Access to Medicine and is now off to the University to begin his medical journey as a Junior Doctor

What made you decide to take an Access course?

I came across the course by doing a Google Search.

When I was younger I really wanted to come out of Education and get straight into work. Later in life I wanted return to my passion of healthcare and get a job in this field of work. That’s when I started googling what my options were.

Did you enjoy the course?

I really enjoyed the course. The teachers made it a really enjoyable experience.

Did the course fit into your lifestyle/work/home?

You have to be willing to sacrifice the time to put in the hours to do it. The teachers involved were brilliant and help work your commitment to study and complete your course work around your home and life commitments.

What are your career plans?

I start university next month and I’ll be there for five years and then I’ll get started as a Junior Doctor.

Would you encourage others to take the Access course?

I think these access courses are brilliant for mature learners especially as they align with career aspirations.