University of Derby

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Medical Science) with Chemistry or Physics

University of Derby

Course overview

• Fundamentals of Chemistry • Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes and Ketones • Bonding, Crystal Structure and Shapes • Physics pathway: diagnostic radiography and sonography • Chemistry pathway: pharmacy and dental therapy • Email: [email protected]

Key highlights

  • Modules include Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Covers haloalkanes, alcohols, aldehydes and ketones
  • Study bonding, crystal structure and molecular shapes
  • Physics pathway prepares for diagnostic radiography and sonography
  • Chemistry pathway prepares for pharmacy and dental therapy

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each skills area)

Scholarships

  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Diagnostic Radiographer
  • Sonographer
  • Pharmacist
  • Dental Therapist

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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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