BSc(Hons) Healthcare Science - three Medical Physics Technology specialisms 36 months Undergraduate Programme By UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

Blended

Thanks to a unique collaboration between UWE Bristol and NHS providers, healthcare science practitioners can now access exciting learning opportunities fully funded via an apprenticeship.

This Level 6 degree apprenticeship is aimed at healthcare workers who wish to develop in the field of medical physics and specialise in radiation physics, nuclear medicine or radiotherapy physics. The teaching content has been built in consultation with the National School of Healthcare Science and the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.

If you're currently employed as a healthcare worker, you'll develop the skills and behaviours required to excel in the field of medical physics. Combining study with your existing role, you'll gain the technical knowledge needed to research, develop, test and maintain specialist equipment used to prevent, diagnose and treat many conditions.

You'll continue working in-post for your employer while studying for this qualification, so you'll integrate theory and practice from the start and remain a key asset to your workplace. Learning and work experience complement each other in a live context, and you'll be able to apply your learning directly to your workplace, growing in confidence and competence as a result. Your employer will reap the benefits of your expertise while you develop a new set of skills that will enhance your career.


Programme overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

Blended

Thanks to a unique collaboration between UWE Bristol and NHS providers, healthcare science practitioners can now access exciting learning opportunities fully funded via an apprenticeship.

This Level 6 degree apprenticeship is aimed at healthcare workers who wish to develop in the field of medical physics and specialise in radiation physics, nuclear medicine or radiotherapy physics. The teaching content has been built in consultation with the National School of Healthcare Science and the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.

If you're currently employed as a healthcare worker, you'll develop the skills and behaviours required to excel in the field of medical physics. Combining study with your existing role, you'll gain the technical knowledge needed to research, develop, test and maintain specialist equipment used to prevent, diagnose and treat many conditions.

You'll continue working in-post for your employer while studying for this qualification, so you'll integrate theory and practice from the start and remain a key asset to your workplace. Learning and work experience complement each other in a live context, and you'll be able to apply your learning directly to your workplace, growing in confidence and competence as a result. Your employer will reap the benefits of your expertise while you develop a new set of skills that will enhance your career.


Admission Requirements

96+

To be an apprentice, you must be employed in a role that is relevant to the skill, trade, or occupation you're being trained for. As part of your commitment to the apprenticeship, you'll have to complete at least six hours per week of off-the-job learning activity within your normal contracted working hours, which is supported by your employer. 

We use the  UCAS Tariff system  to make offers to applicants. You can use the  UCAS Tariff Calculator  to convert your qualifications and grades into points.

Please note: that if you have more than four years' extensive and relevant work experience the typical offer may be reduced. Foe example from 96 to 64 UCAS Tariff Points.

If you don't meet the subject requirements, we may ask you to complete a short task to determine your suitability to study the course.

In addition, all applicants are required to complete:

  • Occupational Health*  - you must be in good health and up to date with all routine immunisations that are required for working in health and social care settings. Employers will be required to share applicants' Occupational Health Clearance with UWE Bristol before they start their course.  

*All information will be treated in confidence and only taken into account when absolutely necessary.

If you're interested in applying for Advanced Entry onto this course please contact the Degree Apprenticeship Hub, via the contact details at the foot of this page.

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