Course overview
Health Professions Foundation Year ÎÛÎÛÂþ»Starting with a year’s foundation is a way to build your knowledge of health topics, science and research, so that you can then progress onto a degree programme and take your career forward.
Institution name: BUWE
Institution code: B80
Course code: B900
Campus code: R
Short code: FYr/HP
Dates and applications
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| Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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| HBF1500A01-1 | 09/09/2024 - 27/06/2025 | 1 years | Date/Day(s) Being Finalised | 17.41 | Enquire | Ashley Down Centre |
This course costs £0 per year. You can fund your studies with a Student Loan. Visit our Financial Support page to find out more.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
The foundation level programme for Health Professions is year zero of selected degree courses in the Allied Health Professions and Nursing and Midwifery departments.
What you'll learn
You will study a mix of subjects that will prepare you to progress onto your chosen degree course. They could include:
- Combined science (physics and chemistry)
- Human biology
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Research methods
- Maths
- English / communication skills
- Vocational study
- Study skills
- Core skills
Course entry requirements
To join this course you will need satisfactory DBS clearance
You’ll need to be prepared for an interview.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
Most of the teaching takes place at the ÎÛÎÛÂþ», although you’ll also be taught at our Glenside Campus.
Both sites have outstanding learning facilities, and you’ll be taught by an inspirational, supportive team, who’ll help you get ready for your degree course.
The teaching staff understand what’s required to succeed at the next level and the course is designed to get you academically and mentally ready.
You’ll engage with students already studying healthcare degrees to get a better understanding of what’s involved.
Staff will be on hand to offer practical support and give informal advice on your career options.
You’ll be assessed using a mixture of formal examinations, oral presentations, written tests, assignments, project, laboratory reports and your learning portfolio.
Future career and study opportunities
There are nine pathways through the foundation level programme. After successful completion of the course and a health screening questionnaire, you can progress onto a variety of undergraduate degrees including, but not limited to; BSc (Hons) Midwifery, BSc (Hons) Nursing or BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy.
After passing this foundation year, you’ll get a guaranteed place on one of the following UWE ÎÛÎÛÂþ» degrees:
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For guidance on which career path to take, to explore career options related to our courses, find out which careers are in demand, and then get the training you need.
