School of Life Sciences

FD (Science) Healthcare Science (Biomedical Science)

FD (Science) Part-time 3 years

The Foundation Degree in Healthcare Science (Biomedical Science) is intended to provide Assistant Practitioners with the necessary academic skills that underpin their career in pathology and laboratory medicine.

The Foundation Degree in Healthcare Science (Biomedical Science) is intended to provide Assistant Practitioners with the necessary academic skills that underpin their career in pathology and laboratory medicine.

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FD (Science)
Start date(s)
16 September 2024
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Course specifications
Course length
Part-time (3 years)
Campus location
Wolverhampton City Campus
School
School of Life Sciences
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Why choose this course?

This is an exciting course that allows you to combine theoretical learning with essential work-based study. Studying at the University on a part-time basis, it allows you to develop in your chosen profession, and gain skills highly relevant to the workplace. The Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology at the University of Wolverhampton has an established reputation for excellence in the field of healthcare science, as well as extensive contacts with hospitals, biomedical research laboratories, and pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, both at home and overseas.

The Foundation Degree in Healthcare Science (Biomedical Science) is intended to provide Assistant Practitioners with the necessary academic skills that underpin their career in pathology and laboratory medicine.

Students that undertake the FD Healthcare Science (Biomedical Science) will have the opportunity to develop their competencies in the theoretical and practical knowledge required to carry out laboratory investigations in NHS laboratories.

 

Successful completion of the course will enable graduates to explore further education and career opportunities, allowing transfer onto a related degree programme

 

·  Find out more about how you'll study Biomedical Science and Physiology

 

What happens on the course?

This course will be delivered using a mixture of work-based learning and university taught modules covering a wide range of subjects in  the Healthcare  Life Sciences disciplines such as; human structure and function, the molecular basis of life, infection and immunity and the biology and investigation of disease.

You will develop effective practical techniques relevant to the pathology and laboratory medicine both at university and in the workplace.

You will also have the opportunity to develop effective study skills essential for study in higher education and to consider relevant aspects of professional practice.

 

Course Modules

Potential Career Paths

Successful completion of this course will enable you to work as Associate Practitioner in a NHS laboratory. You will also be able to progress to further study required for careers as a practitioner in Healthcare Science. 

Additional Information

Everything you need to know about this course!

  •  Learn whilst you work
  •  Flexible blended learning delivery
  • Enthusiastic team of tutors
  • Continuing professional development
  • Biomedical science theory and practical skills

You will be able to demonstrate that you understand disease presentation, diagnosis and treatment through studying underpinning scientific subjects and biomedical science specialist subjects, and you will understand how the human body functions normally and when diseased.

You will develop scientific, intellectual and practical skills to provide you with the ability to plan and carry out laboratory investigations in NHS laboratories. 

Preparation for further undergraduate study will enable career progression to Practitioner Level in pathology and laboratory medicine.

Location Mode Fee Year
Home Part-time £4160 per year# 2022-23
Home Part-time £4160 per year# 2022-23

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

# Undergraduate part-time fees for 50% rate of study

Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):

Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.


Self-funding:

If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.

For more information please contact the Gateway.


Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.


Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.

for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.


Bursaries and Scholarships:

In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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