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
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.
Course Details - 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.
Course Details – Assessment Method
No data provided
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
A30A
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
In any subjects. You must not be predicted or have achieved the entry requirements for your chosen pathway - Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy or Sports Rehabilitation.
Will be considered on an individual basis
Will be considered on an individual basis
Applicants who have taken, or are taking, BTEC or Access qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
26500.0
Year 1
EU
26500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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