Respiratory and Sleep Physiology BSc (Hons)
Ulster UniversityDerry~Londonderry, United Kingdom
Course overview
Successful completion of this BSc (Hons) results in eligibility to apply for registration with the Academy of Healthcare Science.
Key highlights
- Graduates eligible to apply for Academy of Healthcare Science registration
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB — to include One of the following: Maths Physics Chemistry Biology CCEA Single Award Life & Health Sciences Double Award Life & Health Sciences Double Award Health & Social Care
- BTEC — Recognised RQF BTEC National Extended Diplomas include Applied Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences or Health & Social Care (all BTECs to have enough relevant science content). RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma Sport & Exercise Sciences to…
- Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 — 120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level; Higher Level subjects must include least two H4s from Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths. Plus English and Maths grade H6 at Higher level or O4 at Ordinary level
- Access to HE Diploma — Access Course - NI/ROI: Overall profile of 65% (120-credit Access Course; Overall profile of 65% (120 credit Access course) (NI Access course), including two modules at level three from maths, biology, physics, chemistry. To include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma. Overall Access profile of 24 distinctions in graded units (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) in a relevant science subject. Plus GCSE Mathematics and English language grade C
- HNC / HND: Pass — science related eg Applied Science/Biology) entry requirement: Pass
- HNC / HND: Merit — with overall Merit to include 15 distinctions in level 5 credits/units; with overall Merit to include 45 distinctions in level 4 credits/units
Scholarships
Asylum Seekers Scholarship
Choice Scholarships
The Choice Scholarships will support up to 15 students who face barriers to participating in higher education by providing financial assistance of £1,500 to three students per year for the lifetime of the project.
Up to £1,500International Undergraduate Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship applied as discount to your annual tuition fee.
Up to £2,000Richard K. Degenhardt Belleek Collectors' Scholarships
Selected scholars will receive financial support to undertake further specialist research in their area of expertise.
The Talented Athlete Entry Scheme
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University of the Year Dean’s Scholarship
£1,500 tuition fee discount - on top of our existing £2,000 International Scholarship - that’s a total reduction of £3,500 towards your studies. £2,200 scholarship -this brings your total possible reduction to £4,200.
Careers this course leads to
- Healthcare Science Practitioner (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology)
- Respiratory Physiologist
- Sleep Physiologist
- Clinical Physiologist
- Lung Function Technologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,490
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Ulster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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