Course Summary
This course is intended to help students explore current concepts of health, biology and psychology and different models of healthcare and how these influence health and well-being.
Students will consider health in its widest possible context and the role of the healthcare professional within the current UK healthcare context.
Throughout this course students will develop skills which will help critical thinking, academic writing and analysis in readiness for HE study.
Key Topics
Students will study four modules as part of this Access to HE programme:
- Professional Studies
- Biology
- Psychology
- Academic studies
Assessment
Coursework and exams.
Progression
University Courses: Nursing, Midwifery, Biological Sciences, Paramedic Science, Operating Theatre Practice, Zoology, Early Years and Youth Work.
Career Options: nursing, psychology, laboratory work, paramedic, operating department practitioner, midwife, ecological conversationist or researcher.
Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths and English grade 4 and above required, plus 3 other GCSEs grade 4 and above.