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Admissions Policy

Student Admissions & Enrolment

Version

2.0

Effective Date

June 2026

Review Date

June 2027

Policy Owner

Admissions Officer

1. Introduction & Purpose

This policy provides prospective students, CHE staff and partner organisations with a clear guide to the admission of students to the Centre for Homeopathic Education. It has been developed in line with guidance from Middlesex University, the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) and relevant higher education best practice, and complies with the Equality Act 2010.

CHE believes that the opportunity to participate in higher education should be available to all those who can demonstrably benefit. We are committed to a fair, transparent, consistent and timely admissions process that provides equal opportunity for all individuals regardless of background, age, race, sex or any other protected characteristic.

2. Responsibilities

The CHE Admissions Team is responsible for all communications with prospective students. Senior management is responsible for assessing applications and making admissions decisions.

The CHE Principal and Head of Communications are jointly responsible for ensuring all publicly available information is consistent with the current programme specification.

3. Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must ordinarily satisfy the following general entry requirements:

  • Passes in a minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 (C) or above, including English and Mathematics.
  • Two A-Levels at grade C or above (or equivalent Level 3 qualifications).

CHE welcomes applications from those with non-standard qualifications and will consider these on an individual basis (see Section 6: Recognition of Prior Learning).

4. Application Process

All applications are received by and processed through the CHE Admissions Officer. The process is as follows:

  • Stage 1 — Application: the applicant submits an application form including a personal statement.
  • Stage 2 — Initial screening: the Admissions Officer reviews applications against entry requirements within 2 weeks of receipt.
  • Stage 3 — Interview (where required): candidates whose applications require further clarification will be invited to interview, conducted by at least two senior members of staff, either in person or online. A formal record is kept of all interviews.
  • Stage 4 — Decision: following a successful interview, the applicant will ordinarily receive an offer letter within 1 week.
  • Stage 5 — Acceptance: acceptance is confirmed upon receipt of payment in accordance with the Student Agreement.

All applicants are invited to attend Open Days and informal class visits throughout the year.

5. Assessment Criteria

Applications are assessed on the following criteria:

  • Academic achievement: whether the applicant meets the stated entry requirements.
  • Personal statement: skills, motivation and interest in homeopathy as a subject.
  • Interview (where held): communication skills, self-awareness, motivation and non-academic capabilities.

Decisions reached following assessment will be communicated to the applicant promptly. Feedback will be provided to unsuccessful applicants on request.

6. Issues Considered in Applications

6.1 Learning Support Needs

CHE aims to support all learners regardless of their support needs. Applicants with a declared learning need will undergo an assessment to ensure CHE can make the required reasonable adjustments in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

6.2 Qualifications & Documentation

All applicants must provide verification of qualifications, evidence of English language proficiency, and visa documentation where applicable.

7. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL enables individuals to receive formal credit for learning acquired through formal study, work or other life experience. Two routes are available:

7.1 Acceptance of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL)

Credit for learning from previous formal study. Applicants must submit a portfolio evidencing relevant certificated learning at an appropriate level. Credit is brought in at the mark or grade awarded. The maximum credit that may be transferred is two-thirds of the credit required for the qualification.

7.2 Acceptance of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

Credit for learning from work experience, community-based learning or other life experience. Applicants must produce a portfolio evidencing the learning derived from that experience (not merely the experience itself). Assessment may include focused interviews, written work or standard module assessments.

Claims for RPL should be discussed initially with the Senior Administrator. Confirmation of RPL eligibility rests with the Senior Administrator and Principal, who will report approvals to the Board of Studies annually. A fee may be charged for the assessment of complex prior learning evidence.

8. Admissions Complaints Procedure

8.1 Grounds for Complaint

Applicants may submit a complaint only on grounds of: (a) procedural irregularity; (b) new material information that was unavailable at the time of the application; or (c) evidence of a decision inconsistent with this Admissions Policy or CHE’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Complaints must be made by the applicant personally.

8.2 Informal Stage

Applicants should raise concerns in writing with the Admissions Officer no later than two weeks after the relevant decision. The Admissions Officer will respond in writing within 10 working days.

8.3 Formal Stage

If the informal stage does not resolve the matter, the applicant should write formally to the Principal, enclosing copies of prior correspondence and stating the expected outcome. The Principal will investigate and respond within 2 weeks. The Principal’s decision is final within CHE’s internal process.

Admissions Enquiries

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 020 3405 4580

CHE Health and Wellbeing Ltd, 4th Floor, 100 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 5JD