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Exciting Developments in Access to HE: What’s New at Ascentis

Ascentis is committed to widening participation and transforming lives through Access to Higher Education. As the Access to HE landscape continues to evolve, we are proud to be introducing a range of exciting developments designed to enhance teaching, learning and learner support across the Access to HE suite.

Our developments include innovative digital learning, immersive sector-specific resources, and valuable opportunities for face-to-face engagement.

Introducing Spriing: Hybrid Learning for Access to HE

Our new hybrid learning platform, Spriing, will be available for the 2026–2027 academic year and represents one of our most significant developments to date. Purpose-built to support Access to HE delivery, Spriing offers centres flexible, engaging solutions that enhance both blended and face-to-face learning experiences.

Spriing brings together digital learning resources, interactive content and structured support to complement classroom-based teaching. Designed with both learners and centres in mind, the platform supports blended and hybrid models of delivery, helping providers respond to changing learner needs while maintaining the academic rigour of Access to HE Diplomas.

By offering greater flexibility, accessibility and consistency, Spriing will help learners build confidence, stay engaged and prepare for progression into higher education.

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Immersive Learning Scenarios for Healthcare Access Diplomas

We are also developing a range of cutting-edge Access to HE Healthcare Pathways in partnership with Metaverse Learning, which feature immersive learning scenarios that are designed to bring learning to life by placing students in realistic, sector-relevant situations that reflect the challenges and decision-making they may encounter in healthcare settings.

Through interactive and applied learning, students can deepen their understanding of key concepts, develop critical thinking skills and gain insight into real-world healthcare practice. These immersive resources aim to strengthen progression into healthcare degrees and careers by bridging the gap between academic study and professional expectations.

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Access to HE Coffee Mornings: Connecting Across the Country

Alongside our digital and curriculum developments, we are delighted to be expanding our Access to HE coffee mornings, with events planned across the country.

These informal, face-to-face sessions provide a valuable opportunity for centres, tutors and stakeholders to connect with the Ascentis Access to HE team, share best practice, discuss sector developments and ask questions in a relaxed setting. Whether you are new to Access to HE or an experienced provider, our coffee mornings are a chance to build relationships and be part of a supportive national community.

Please click the links below to register for one of our regional events.

Wednesday 25th February – North West Access to HE coffee morning

Wednesday 4th March – London Access to HE coffee morning

Wednesday 11th March – Bradford Access to HE coffee morning

Wednesday 25th March – Midlands Access to HE coffee morning

 

Our Ongoing Commitment to Access to HE

These developments reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation, quality and collaboration within Access to HE. By combining digital platforms like Spriing, immersive curriculum resources and meaningful opportunities to connect in person, we aim to support centres and empower learners at every stage of their journey.

We look forward to sharing more details over the coming months and working closely with our centres as these exciting initiatives are introduced.

If you would like to learn more about our Access to HE Diplomas, please click here to arrange a meeting with one of our qualification experts.

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