Health Sciences with Foundation Year
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: A30A | Foundation Certificate - Fd cert
Entry requirements
A level
In any subjects. A pass in the practical element is required for any science subject taken. You must not be predicted or have achieved the entry requirements for your chosen pathway - Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Sports Rehabilitation, Health Promotion and Public Health.
Access to HE Diploma
Pathways will be considered on an individual basis.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs including English language at grade C (4) and GCSE Maths at grade C (4). 3rd GCSE must be a science at C (4) if not achieved in Level 3 qualification.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
These qualifications will be considered, alongside a further A Level at grade C, on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
These qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the University for more information.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Can only be used in conjunction with BBBCC at Highers. Plus, at least 3 grade C’s in National 5 qualifications including mathematics, English and a science.
T Level
Pathways will be considered on an individual basis
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About this course
This one-year course is for talented applicants who don't meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto one of our healthcare degree programmes. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, you'll be ready to start your chosen BSc degree with confidence.
You'll be part of the University's student community from day one, with access to all of the same libraries, sport facilities, societies and student support services.
We'll help you develop your academic reading, writing, critical thinking, communication and subject-specific skills to prepare you for progression onto one of the following undergraduate programmes:
- BSc Midwifery
- BSc Nursing (Adult, Child or Mental Health pathway)
- BSc Physiotherapy
- BSc Sport Rehabilitation
- BSc Health Promotion and Public Health
Progression is subject to successful completion of the foundation programme and a successful interview.
If you decide to leave the University after successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will exit the programme with a Foundation Certificate in Health Sciences.
Modules
We use a variety of learning strategies and teaching methods. This may include case-based learning, discussion groups, eLearning, lab sessions and seminars.
You'll gain a broad knowledge of healthcare and study topics such as biosciences, biological communications, digestion and nutrition, body systems and health psychology.
We also support your professional and personal and professional development on this course. This includes developing your academic writing and presentation skills but also the interpersonal skills, values and resilience required for working as a healthcare professional.
As part of the course, you'll complete a portfolio module. This will introduce you to carrying out independent research and the importance of evidence-based professional practice.
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University Park Campus
School of Health Sciences
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