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Health Sciences (Q71) at Open University - UCAS

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Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: The Open University

Health Sciences (Q71)

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Course summary

This degree examines the science behind health, from individual health to global issues like epidemics or the treatment of dementia. You’ll study the science that underpins the function of the human mind and body. Explore the incidence, diagnosis and treatment of disease and disability, and examine the maintenance and improvement of health in different populations. This course is particularly relevant if you work in a health-related profession or aspire to work in one. Key features of the course

  • Explore health and disease from a multidisciplinary, evidence-based perspective
  • Develop investigative and laboratory skills using our state-of-the-art multi-award-winning OpenSTEM Labs
  • Gain transferable skills to enhance your employability in healthcare, health research and other settings

Modules

This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits: In Stage 1, you’ll study two 60-credit modules. In Stage 2, you’ll study two 30-credit modules and one 60-credit module. In Stage 3, you’ll study three 30-credit modules and complete a 30-credit project module.


How to apply

To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

There are no qualification requirements for this course.


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £21816 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £20952 Whole course
Scotland £7128 Whole course
Northern Ireland £6954 Whole course
Wales £7872 Whole course
EU £22416 Whole course
International £22416 Whole course
Channel Islands £22416 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2025. Fees typically increase annually.
Health Sciences (Q71) at Open University - UCAS