Higher Education

Study for a degree, full-time or part-time, in Essex at USP College

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Study for a degree, full-time or part-time, in Essex at USP College

We offer a range of Higher Education courses including Level 4 Qualifications, HNC/HNDs, Foundation Degrees and Undergraduate Degrees. 

Whether you are a sixth-form/college leaver or are looking to up-skill and develop our courses are flexible to suit your needs. All our programmes are designed to get you the career you want and give you the skills that employers need. 

We offer a range of higher-level qualifications, and some are even free!*

For over 10 years the College has offered degree-level study to students locally in Essex. From Early Years, to Sport, to our brand new and advanced digital courses we are proud to provide high-quality degree programmes. 

Our undergraduate degrees are validated by top universities including the University of Hertfordshire and Writtle University College.

Guaranteed Place

Students who have completed a relevant Level 3 course with us are guaranteed a Higher Education place at the College, subject to meeting the entry requirements.

Student Finance

There are a number of options to help you pay for your Higher Education course, including tuition fee loans and maintenance loans or grants. For more information on all the options visit gov.uk/student-finance

Why study at Higher Education at USP College?

Students achieve excellent outcomes

Students achieve excellent outcomes

Progression to employment or further study is high, while part-time student progression to highly skilled employment or further study is consistent with the College's benchmark.

Small class sizes

Small class sizes

Our classes are kept small so our teachers can work with you closely, enabling you to learn faster and perform better.

Save money!

Save money!

Being able to study locally means that you won't have to spend thousands of pounds on living and accommodation costs!

100%

of students agreed that the skills they developed will be useful for their future career*

No. 1

face-to-face provider in Essex for student satisfaction*

91%

agreed the range of teaching methods has helped them learn*

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Access to HE FAQs

Not sure whether an Access to Higher Education course is right for you? We answer the most common questions.

Access to HE FAQs

What course subjects would you like to study?