The Foundation Programme for Health Professions is year zero of selected degree courses in the Allied Health Professions and Nursing and Midwifery departments at UWE Bristol.
If you don’t have formal relevant qualifications or meet the normal entry requirements, but can demonstrate relevant life experience and commitment to this area, we will consider your application.
Spend a year getting a solid grounding in science and healthcare-related topics on this springboard into higher education.
Study areas of human biology, psychology, sociology and research, and get the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to take the next step in your education and career.
Most of the teaching takes place at the City of Bristol College, although you’ll also be taught at our Glenside Campus. 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.
After passing this Foundation year, you’ll get a guaranteed place on one of the following UWE Bristol degrees:
BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Imaging
BSc(Hons) Occupational Therapy
BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy
BSc(Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology
BSc(Hons) Nursing (Adult Nursing)
BSc(Hons) Nursing (Children's)
BSc(Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities)
BSc(Hons) Nursing (Mental Health)
BSc(Hons) Midwifery
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications from international students (overseas fee status) due to funding arrangements.
Course Details - Modules
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Course Details – Assessment Method
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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:
B900
Institution code:
B80
Campus Name:
City of Bristol College
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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
The Foundation course is aimed at individuals who may have few or no formal qualifications but who can demonstrate a clear commitment to pursuing a career within their chosen profession. Personal, professional and educational experiences will be considered to determine motivation and ability to progress onto the degree course.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/B900/health-professions
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
81%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Fee information is to be confirmed. All fees are subject to final approval. Please visit our website for further information.
Provider information
Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay
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Bristol
BS16 1QY
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