Professional Health Studies (3rd Year Entry) degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland will help you to understand the relationship between integrated health and social care systems.
Professional Health Studies (3rd Year Entry), B.Sc.
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 24 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee13000 GBP/yearTuition Fee9250 GBP/yearTuition Fee
Access all 180000+ programmes, for free with a Studyportals account.
Overview
Professional Health Studies (3rd Year Entry) degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is an increasingly important area of health policy, holding the possibility of reducing healthcare costs and providing a better experience for healthcare system users.
You will develop critical and analytical problem-based learning skills as well as transferable skills which reflect the demands made of today’s healthcare professionals.
The course can also support individuals who wish to pursue a career within the health and social care system in roles such as healthcare project manager, patient advice and support officer, and senior clinical support worker. The degree achieves this by helping you to develop critical awareness of workplace factors that could be improved to improve the patient experience.
Jobs
This degree prepares you for a successful career in a diverse range of job roles within the health and social services sector in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Previous graduates have achieved promotion in their current workplace while others have gone on to work for local authorities, health boards, local and national government agencies and charities.
Detailed Programme Facts
-
-
Starting in
- We did our best, but couldn't find this information online.
-
Starting in
- Good news: You can apply for this programme anytime before its start date.
-
Starting in
You can apply until:
-
Everyone
-
Always verify the dates on the programme website.
-
- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 360 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus, Online
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Long-Term Conditions Management
- An Introduction to Palliative Care
- Therapeutic Communication
- Pain Management
- Essentials of Cancer Care
- Supporting People Facing Loss
English Language Requirements
-
Minimum required score:
78The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
-
Minimum required score:
6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
- SQA HND or BTEC Level 5 HND: Relevant qualification in healthcare such as HND in Health and Social Care.
Tuition Fee
-
International Applies to you
13000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 13000 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9250 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.
Channel Islands & Isle Of Man/ English, Northern Irish & Welsh
£9,250 Cost per year of study for four years but not more than £27,750
Living costs for Paisley
- 700 - 1400 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Improve page content