Course Overview
Access to HE courses comprise of 60 credits of which 45 are graded at pass, merit or distinction.
Universities will offer places on the basis of a student obtaining particular numbers of distinctions and merits. Offers vary between universities and between courses. Offers are specific to each individual student.
This course comprises units in Human Biology, Psychology, Medical Physics and Health Studies.
Units are assessed by a range of methods including oral presentations, reports, essays, structured questions and in-class tests.
- Level
- Level 3
- Duration
- One year or two yEARS
- Awarding Body
- CERTA
- Course Fees
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Age 19-23 no fee (unless Level 3 courses studied previously). Age 24+ £3384 (Advanced Learner Loan available)
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Aged 19 and over? Click here to find out about our financial support available
Units and Structure
The provisional course content is shown below:
Study Skills (6 credits)
YHS243 Academic Writing Skills 3 credits ungraded
CER215 Presentation Skills 3 credits ungraded
Health (12 credits)
CER012 Alternative & Complementary Therapies 3 credits graded
YHS232 Health & Disease 3 credits graded
YHS235 Research Skills Project 6 credits graded
Physics (6 credits)
CER227 Radioactivity In Medicine 3 credits graded
YHS236 Radiology & Medical Imaging 3 credits graded
Psychology (6 credits)
CER 593 Exploring Health Psychology 6 credits ungraded
CER594 Exploring Perspectives in Psychology 3 credits ungraded
YHS242 Child Development & Early Socialisation 3 credits graded
Biology (24 credits)
CER187 Non-infectious Disease 3 credits graded
CER146 Infection & Immunity 6 credits graded
CER059 Control & Co-ordination 6 credits graded
CER270 Systems Physiology 6 credits graded
CER114 Genetic inheritance 3 credits graded
Entry Requirements
You'll need to have:
You must have GCSE English and GCSE maths at grade C / 4 or better. A GCSE in a science subject can be accepted as an alternative to GCSE maths, but please be aware that most University courses require GCSE maths.
For most university courses you will need to be able to evidence relevant work experience in a care setting (paid or voluntary) within the last 5 years.
For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.
Tutors and Student Support
Student Support and Facilities
As a student, you’ll have access to a wide range of facilities, services and support, including:
- Step outside the classroom and access our state of the art facilities as well as 3 huge Learning Resource Centres with thousands of resources to use
- With hands-on experience you’ll be prepared for employment with a competitive edge.
- A dedicated impartial careers advice team to help you on your future path
- Our wide range of courses means that we can offer the right paths to get you where you need to be
- Our Hub campus is right in the heart of the town centre meaning you can find your way to us easily
- Outstanding student support throughout your studies with us.
Apply or Enquire
Want to know more or chat to us?
Have any further questions about this course? You can contact someone specifically about it by using the details below or filling in the enquiry form.
Kevin Gill
01302 558380
kevin.gill@don.ac.uk
Ann Thompson
01302 553716
ann.thompson@don.ac.uk
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Want to apply for this course?
You'll need to have:
You must have GCSE English and GCSE maths at grade C / 4 or better. A GCSE in a science subject can be accepted as an alternative to GCSE maths, but please be aware that most University courses require GCSE maths.
For most university courses you will need to be able to evidence relevant work experience in a care setting (paid or voluntary) within the last 5 years.
For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.
GCSE Grades are changing from 2017. Need to know more? Click here for information.
Application & Enrolment
To apply for this course, please complete our online application form or download a printable form.
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