Course Overview

What is a Certificate of Higher Education?

A Certificate of Higher Education, also known as a CertHE, is the equivalent to Level 4 (year one) of an undergraduate or bachelor’s degree.

Your CertHE qualification then allows you to continue your degree studies at Level 5 (year two), and also serves as a valuable addition to your CV right from the get-go.

Plus, at Arden University you can complete your CertHE in just 12 months, and you’ll be part of Arden Achieve, an enrichment study block designed to help you succeed.

General Eligibility

Academic requirements

There are no academic entry requirements to study a CertHE at Arden University. You simply need to show us that you have the eagerness needed to study, and that you have some basic study skills that will allow you to complete your course. 

You’ll just need to complete our one-week Introduction to Higher Education, which mirrors the timetabled hours of your programme. Once you’ve passed this, you’ll be able to start on your CertHE. Don’t worry, we’re here to support you every step of the way. And, as a CertHE student, you’ll have additional study support from us as your work through the 12-month course. 

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Language Requirement

• English language requirements 

  You’ll need an IELTS 6.0 overall score, or equivalent,  but don’t worry if you need additional English language support. If you get at a 6.0 and English is your second language, we’ll provide you with an hour and a half of weekly English language support to help you succeed.