Course Details
Course Name
BSc Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences)
Level of study
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
3 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Manchester
Course Subject
- Medicine & Health
Course Fees
Inside EU: 9250
Outside EU: 16000
Universities
Manchester Metropolitan University
Description
On completion, you will gain the professional qualification required for registration as a healthcare science practitioner (clinical physiologist). The programme builds on the core values of the NHS Constitution and fully prepares students for the challenges of healthcare science practice. We offer specialist routes in cardiac physiology, neurophysiology and respiratory and sleep physiology. You will study an academic core of biological sciences and specialist learning specific to the route you choose.
You will specialise in physiological sciences (clinical physiology) and team up with other health professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Knowledge, clinical training and skills required for professional practice are attained across all three years of the programme. You will complete a total of 50 weeks on assessed, work-based clinical placements during your degree.
All applicants are required to pass a medical examination and receive vaccination required for working in medical fields. A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service certificate is required for all students, completed through the University early in the course. As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates must attend an interview in person. This degree is not available to overseas applicants.
This course is accredited by Health Education England and the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists.