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South Hampshire College Group offers a wide range of university level courses and recognised qualifications designed to equip you with the practical skills and academic knowledge for career progression, higher-level employment, or further studies.

Visit our open events to explore how our university-level courses can set you on the path to success!

Our Courses

Aspire, progress and succeed with our university level courses 

“I learnt more than just photography, I learned how to be a photographer. All my lecturers worked in the industry themselves for many years which gave me invaluable support while setting up my own business.”

Hayley, HNC Photography

Key benefits:

  • Small class sizes: Enjoy personalised learning and individual support
  • Expert lecturers: Learn from industry professionals
  • Valued qualifications: Gain qualifications highly regarded by employers
  • Part-time study options: Some courses are online or are only at college 1-2 days a week 
  • Lower tuition fees: Save on tuition fees compared to traditional universities
  • Modern facilities: Study in state-of-the-art colleges with industry-standard equipment
  • Study locally: No need to move away from home to gain a university level qualification

Depending on your circumstances, you may also be eligible for financial assistance to support your studies.

Find out more about financial support

Flexible pathways to success 

Levels of study:

  • Access to Higher Education: For those without necessary qualifications for degree entry, offering pathways in a range of subject areas
  • Level 4 – Higher National Certificates (HNC): Develop skills from Level 3, equivalent to first year of a Bachelor’s degree. Progress to Higher National Diploma (HND)
  • Level 5 – Higher National Diploma (HND): Advance practical and theoretical knowledge, equivalent to the second year of a Bachelor’s degree, with option to ‘top-up’ to a full degree
  • Level 6 – Bachelor’s Degree: Complete your degree with options to ‘top-up’ from a Foundation Degree or HND
  • NVQs and HTQs: Gain technical, competence-based qualifications from Level 4 to Level 6 

Progression and support

Our university level programmes are designed to support your career and progression from Level 3 or T Level courses to full undergraduate qualifications and beyond. We also provide opportunities for students to enter the second or third year of complementary courses at partner universities, allowing you to ‘top-up’ your qualifications.

Ready to take your next step? Explore our higher education courses at South Hampshire College Group and unlock your potential.

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Creative Industries

Civil Engineering & Groundworks

Construction & Building Services

Digital Industries & Computing

Early Years & Education

Engineering Maritime & Motor

Health & Science incl Sport

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