Teaching methods
- Centre-based learning
- Discussion Group
- eLearning
- Lab sessions
- Seminars
Medical School, Nottingham, UK
Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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BSc Hons | BCC | September 2024 | A30A | 4 Years full-time | £9,250 per year |
Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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BSc Hons | BCC | September 2024 | A30A | 4 Years full-time | £9,250 per year |
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A Levels
BCC
A pass is required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately. However, we will make allowances where covid has been the reason for practical test results being unavailable.
GCSEs
We do not consider graduate students or international/EU applicants for this programme.
N/A
This course is for home students only.
This course is open to HEU applicants only who will be expected to have:A minimum of Maths and English GCSE at level 4 or aboveBCC at A level (or equivalent)Contextualised admissions will be implemented when required
Please note, we are not expecting any NHS work experience to have taken place or be ongoing after March 2020 due to the Covid-19. Your application for 2023 entry will not be negatively affected if you’ve been unable to complete any NHS work experience you had planned.
A Levels
BCC
A pass is required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately. However, we will make allowances where covid has been the reason for practical test results being unavailable.
GCSEs
We do not consider graduate students or international/EU applicants for this programme.
N/A
N/A
We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.
Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
This course is suitable for:
If you have studied alternative qualifications (for example, BTEC and Access courses), we will consider this on an individual basis. Please contact us to make an enquiry.
The foundation course is excellent preparation for:
After successfully completing your foundation year to the required level, you can apply for the above courses at the University of Nottingham. Progression is subject to a successful application to the BSc course - this process includes an interview for all courses except sport rehabilitation.
There are a limited number of places available to progress on to midwifery and physiotherapy.
Full grade requirements for health sciences progression at the University of Nottingham.
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
This course is open to HEU applicants only who will be expected to have:A minimum of Maths and English GCSE at level 4 or aboveBCC at A level (or equivalent)Contextualised admissions will be implemented when required
Please note, we are not expecting any NHS work experience to have taken place or be ongoing after March 2020 due to the Covid-19. Your application for 2023 entry will not be negatively affected if you’ve been unable to complete any NHS work experience you had planned.
This course is for Home students only.
Study Abroad and the Year in Industry are subject to students meeting minimum academic requirements. Opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update information as quickly as possible should a change occur.
If you don't meet the requirements for an undergraduate healthcare degree, our Health Sciences with a Foundation Year could be for you.
Tutors on our one-year foundation programme will help you develop your academic reading, writing, critical thinking, communication and scientific skills to prepare you for the next level of study.
If you don't meet the requirements for an undergraduate healthcare degree, our Health Sciences with a Foundation Year could be for you.
Tutors on our one-year foundation programme will help you develop your academic reading, writing, critical thinking, communication and scientific skills to prepare you for the next level of study.
After successfully completing the foundation year, you'll receive a Foundation Certificate in Health Sciences (FCert). This will support your application to study healthcare at degree level, at the University of Nottingham or elsewhere.
Please note: If you meet the entry requirements for our BSc Midwifery; BSc Nursing; BSc Sport Rehabilitation or BSc Physiotherapy course, you are not eligible to apply for this foundation course.
This course is not open to EU/international applicants.
Why choose this course?
Important information
This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.
Mandatory
Year 1
Foundations in Biosciences
Mandatory
Year 1
Biological Communications, Digestion and Nutrition
Mandatory
Year 1
Body Systems, Energy and Metabolism
Mandatory
Year 1
Professional and Personal Development
Mandatory
Year 1
Foundations in Health Psychology
Mandatory
Year 1
Health Science Portfolio
The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer but is not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules that will be available in any given year. Modules (including methods of assessment) may change or be updated, or modules may be cancelled, over the duration of the course due to a number of reasons such as curriculum developments or staffing changes. This content was last updated on Wednesday 1 March 2023.
This module will provide the opportunity for students to explore important aspects biosciences that form the foundation to a range of undergraduate healthcare courses. In the context of healthcare the biosciences consists of anatomy, physiology, genetics, microbiology and biochemistry.
This module will introduce these subject areas and provide a background to enable students to enter a range of degree programmes within the School of Health Sciences.
Laboratory and project work forms a vital component of the module, allowing students to develop analytical, team working and problem solving skills. This module will form the foundation to other biosciences modules within the programme.
This module is designed to provide a baseline level of biosciences knowledge and understanding to support the transition from foundation level to a degree in health sciences. This module builds on the knowledge gained from the foundation to biosciences module.
The module considers:
This module is designed to provide a baseline level of biosciences knowledge and understanding to support the transition from foundation level to a degree in health sciences. This module builds on the knowledge gained from the foundation to biosciences module.
The module considers:
This module will consider Learning theory and how learners learn. It will support students in developing academic writing, study and presentation skills. It will consider the interpersonal skills, values, resilience and reflection required for professionalism in healthcare. The multi-faceted role of the healthcare professional within community organisations and how to support the multi-cultural and ethnically diverse healthcare user.
This module is designed to provide a baseline level of Health Psychology knowledge and understanding to support the transition from foundation level to a degree in health sciences.
The module considers:
This module is designed to introduce you to the evidence base in health and the importance of evidence based professional practice. It will allow you to develop the ability to search and understand relevant research. It will enhance independent learning, group collaboration, communication and presentation skills.
This module is available in the autumn and spring semesters.
Teaching methods
Assessment methods
You can expect approximately 14 hours of teaching contact time per week. You will also be expected to carry out independent self-guided study.
Our Foundation Certificate in Health Sciences prepares students for degree-level study at the University of Nottingham. The pathway is designed to allow progression to your desired undergraduate degree within the School of Health Sciences:
BSc Midwifery
BSc Nursing
BSc Physiotherapy
BSc Sport Rehabilitation
BSc Health Promotion and Public Health
Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.
Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.
Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.
The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers (Ranked in the top ten in The Graduate Market in 2013-2020, High Fliers Research).
Our Medical School is based in Queen’s Medical Centre, one of the UK’s largest hospitals. There are dedicated clinical skills facilities including a dissection suite and teaching laboratories for medicine and healthcare students. The hospital is located opposite University Park Campus.
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
3 years full-time
Qualification
BSc Hons
Entry requirements
BBB
UCAS code
B740
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
3 years full-time
Qualification
BSc Hons
Entry requirements
BBB
UCAS code
B730
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
3 years full-time
Qualification
BSc Hons
Entry requirements
AAB
UCAS code
B160
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
3 years full-time
Qualification
BSc Hons
Entry requirements
ABB
UCAS code
C630
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