Summary

The Access to Health & Social Care course is for people who want enter higher education to study for a degree in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy or paramedic science, or who want to undertake university studies in social sciences or other health-related subjects.

This is a one-year course delivered in a blended learning model with two days in college and one day online. This course is for mature students (19+) returning to education or wishing to pursue a different career route.

A range of Academic Subject Content units are delivered in biology, psychology and sociology. Learners also undertake a range of Academic Preparation Skills units.

How will I know how I am doing?

The course consists of 60 credits: 45 Academic Subject Content (ASC) credits graded at pass, merit or distinction, and 15 Academic Preparation Skills (APS) credits. You will be set assignments to gain these credits throughout the academic year. These will involve essay writing, tests/exams, some practical experiments with written reports and presentations.

What do I need to join?

As well as the above Academic criteria all applicants are required to sit an informal assessment in college. The assessment is not an exam – it is used to ensure that this is the right course for you. Please book your assessment when you complete your application form. You will not be offered a place on the course without completing the assessment.

EU/International applicants should email [email protected] to check that any foreign qualifications they have are recognised by UK institutions before applying for this course.

What can I do next?

The Access to Health & Social Care pathway offers you the opportunity to progress onto a degree course in a range of health-related areas including nursing, midwifery, paramedic science and many other health and social care related subjects.

Additional Information

COURSE LOCATION
This course is based at our Filton campus, located in South Gloucestershire which is easily accessible from the city of Bristol by train (Bristol Parkway / Bristol Abbey Wood) and bus.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT
For more information about this course please email [email protected].

COURSE FEES
Please be aware that some courses have fees that are payable on enrolment. More information on if this course has a fee can be found in the Availability section below.  

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