Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) BSc Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) BSc Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Discover the rewarding career of a clinical physiologist, working with patients to improve their quality of life through diagnostic tests, innovative therapies and specialised care.
On this three-year degree, which is the only London course offering training in both cardiac and respiratory/sleep physiology, students will build a strong foundation in human anatomy, biochemistry, physiology and pathophysiology. Over the course of the degree students will spend 50 weeks on placement gaining hands-on experience. Students should be prepared to travel across Greater London and su...
Discover the rewarding career of a clinical physiologist, working with patients to improve their quality of life through diagnostic tests, innovative therapies and specialised care.
On this three-year degree, which is the only London course offering training in both cardiac and respiratory/sleep physiology, students will build a strong foundation in human anatomy, biochemistry, physiology and pathophysiology. Over the course of the degree students will spend 50 weeks on placement gaining hands-on experience. Students should be prepared to travel across Greater London and surrounding areas for placements.
In Year 1, students gain a foundational understanding of physiological sciences, with a focus on clinically relevant information. The programme is designed to prepare students for clinical practice, undertaking clinical training at various sites, including cardiology and respiratory/sleep departments. By the end of the year, you will select your specialty.
During placements, students will perform routine cardiac and respiratory procedures like ECGs, blood pressure measurement, spirometry, and pulse oximetry under supervision.
Year 2 focuses on students' chosen specialism, to deepen knowledge of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, heart attacks, heart failure and sleep apnoea. Students undertake specialised placement experience and practice more advanced procedures, such as measuring gas exchange, lung volume, and sleep studies (respiratory/sleep), or ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitoring, and assisting with cardiac exercise tests (cardiology).
In Year 3, students will focus on applying skills to prepare for professional practice. On clinical placements students will be performing advanced procedures like cardiac catheterisation, device implants, and CPAP therapy for sleep apnoea. Dissertation will involve clinical audit or research, with opportunities for data collection and analysis.
Upon graduation, students will be eligible to register with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) and apply for NHS clinical physiologist roles.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Tooting Campus
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Codes/info
Course Code
A75-B11
Institution Code
C60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Including Biology or Human Biology and one other science subject. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not considered. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
Scottish Higher
To include Biology, and supplemented by 2 Scottish Advanced Highers at BBB. Must also meet GCSE/National 5 requirements as outlined on website.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 21.0, offer-merit: 24.0, offer-pass: 0.0
Full Award Diploma (in a science subject). 60 credits at level 3 (45 graded and 15 ungraded). Accepted science subjects include: Applied Science, Chemistry, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology and Maths. Any additional credits outside of the 60 credit diploma will not be accepted. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of five passes at grade 4 (C) GCSE, including English Language, Mathematics and Double Science.
Scottish Advanced Higher
To include Biology, and supplemented by 3 Scottish Highers at BBB. Must also meet GCSE/National 5 requirements as outlined on website.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DM with a Biology A Level at grade B. Must be in a science or healthcare subject. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
15 points at Higher Level, including a minimum grade 5 in Biology. At Standard Level, a minimum score of 4 must be attained in Maths and English, if at least a 4 (C) has not previously been attained in GCSE/IGCSE Maths and English. We accept both Mathematics: analysis & approaches and Mathematics: applications & interpretations.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applied Science. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Combinations of individual Pre-U subjects and A Levels are acceptable. Three principal subjects including Biology. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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