Course Comparison
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Course
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BSc (Hons) Podiatry with Integrated Foundation Year | BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult Health) with Integrated Foundation Year |
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Award
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Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) | Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) |
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Duration
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4 years | 4 years |
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Assessment breakdown
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Course type
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Full-time | Full-time |
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Placement
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(with placements) | (with placements) |
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Location
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Plymouth | Plymouth |
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Provider
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School of Health Professions | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
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Entry requirements
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GCSE Applicants need to achieve 5 GCSE passes (grade C/grade 4 or higher) which must include the following subjects:
Students not achieving mathematics GCSE at grade C/4 on application may be offered a free online mathematics support package and an examination equivalent to C grade GCSE to enable the achievement of appropriate entry requirements prior to commencing the programme. This examination is offered during the recruitment cycle to all eligible candidates. Plus suitable Level 3 qualifications or experience as outlined below:
A level Typical offer 32-48 points from a minimum of 2 A-levels including grade E in a Science subject. Excluding General Studies. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications, including those without science qualifications at level 3, are welcomed and are assessed on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for those returning to study who can offer work or other related experience in place of formal qualifications and who have the equivalent of basic mathematical, English and science skills (i.e. the equivalent of a grade C/4 at GCSE level).
International Baccalaureate 24 overall to include 3 at Higher Level science subject. English and mathematics must be included.
BTEC PPP in a science related subject.
T level Accepted, a minimum of a Pass (D or E in the Core) = 72 points – preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
Access Pass an Access to HE Diploma (e.g science/combined studies/natural sciences/nursing). Other qualifications and professional experience may be considered. Interview may be required, please refer to institution for individual consideration.
English language We are aware of the various education systems throughout the world and make offers based on equivalent qualifications to those listed in our entry requirements. You should be able to possess the ability to study in the English language and be familiar with this in a scientific context. To that end, we ask for a minimum IELTS score of at least 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5 in each section. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our Extended entry requirements You must pass Students must be 18 years old or over at the start date of this programme.
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GCSEs 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science. Consideration may be given to Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics. Please note we do not accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English, or Key Skills in Maths or English, or Adult Literacy/Numeracy. Plus one of the following:
A levels 32-48 Tariff points to include a minimum of two A levels.
Access to HE Diploma Pass an Access to HE Diploma – Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered..
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma PPP – Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered.
International Baccalaureate 24 points overall. Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered. English, Mathematics, and Science accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level = 4, standard level = 5
T level Pass overall. Health or Science pathway is preferred but any subject considered.
Other Applications from students with non-standard qualifications, including those without science qualifications at level 3, are welcomed and are assessed on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for those returning to study who can offer work or other related experience in place of formal qualifications and who have the equivalent of basic mathematical, English and science skills (i.e. the equivalent of a grade C at GCSE level). English language Applicants where English is not their first language must also provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English and a minimum IELTS score of at least 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5 in any section. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our Extended entry requirements
All students must be 18 or over at the start of the programme. Further informationEnhancing your applicationMeeting the academic minimum does not guarantee you a place, you need to make sure that you are strong across all sections of your application form. Interview daysOnce your application has been received, we will consider your application to help us reach a decision. If successful at the initial screening stage, you will be invited to an interview. The majority of health courses interview applicants, as this is a requirement of many health regulatory bodies. This applies to all Universities and is vital to the progression of applications. Interviews enable:
ScreeningAll offers are subject to satisfactory screening in terms of your health, welfare and disclosure and barring processes, before the start of your course. NHS constitutionUniversity pre-registration programmes for health professionals are required to select their applicants using a ‘values based’ approach. As part of this process, your UCAS personal statement should include evidence of your personal commitment to NHS values laid out in the NHS constitution.
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