Course summary
TEF Silver
University of Bradford has opted into the TEF and received a Silver award.
Entry onto the Clinical Sciences course, either directly or via our foundation year, allows students a unique and exciting opportunity to study science and health. The course has a clinical focus and a strong emphasis on anatomy, physiology and employability skills. The course is informed by research, clinical expertise, and multiprofessional teaching. With an integrated knowledge and understanding of science and health-related issues, you will be in an excellent position to pursue a variety of careers within the health sector or pharmaceutical industries. Clinical Sciences graduates have progressed to postgraduate study, leading to careers in medicine, the healthcare sciences and other healthcare roles such as: *Physician Associate *Dentist *Healthcare Manager It also gives you the transferable skills you need to launch a career in areas such as teaching or research. Our focus is to widen participation in medical and healthcare education from students from underrepresented groups. The course provides an opportunity for eligible widening participation students to enter Year 1 of the MBChB programme at Sheffield Medical School.
Course details
Modules
Foundation Year: Biology for Clinical Sciences (core), Chemistry for Clinical Sciences (core), Health and Society (core), Laboratory and Study Skills for Clinical Sciences/Medicine (core), Personal and Professional Development (Foundation) (core), Special Studies (Foundation) (core)
Assessment method
The learning, teaching and assessment strategies recognise the wide diversity of educational backgrounds with which students may enter the programme and the different exit points of students and graduates. Consequently, a variety of teaching and learning opportunities and assessment methods are used to reflect the differences in learning styles between students and to address the various learning outcomes for the programme. You are expected to demonstrate greater autonomy in your learning as you progress through the programme. Formative assessments are embedded throughout the programme to monitor your progress . Your knowledge and understanding and discipline skills are developed through lectures, practicals, groupwork, seminars, tutorials and computer-assisted and self-directed learning. Case studies, groupwork, individual assignments, verbal presentations, problem-based learning and a reflective portfolio will be used to develop your personal transferable skills in self-directed learning and reflective practice in preparation for lifelong learning.
How to apply
Application deadlines
If your application is completed by the following date, it’s guaranteed to be considered:
15 January
*If you apply after this deadline, universities or colleges don’t have to consider your application if they’ve filled their spaces, so the sooner you apply, the better!Application codes
You will need these codes when you add a choice to your application.
| Course code | B991 |
|---|---|
| Institution code | B56 |
| Campus name | Main Site |
| Campus code | - |
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applications will be screened for evidence of your academic potential, motivation and interpersonal skills plus the experiences and qualities necessary for a future healthcare professional. All short-listed candidates will be invited to a selection day. Applicants interested in using Foundation Clinical Sciences to apply to Medicine should contact the University for further information. The University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications from the UK and overseas, including combinations of qualifications. To check whether your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact the University. English Language requirements for International and EU applicants: IELTS test with an overall score of 6.5 with no sub-test less than 6.0 (or equivalent). For international applicants who require a Tier 4 (student) visa to study, this needs to be a UKVI approved IELTS test.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Other
Please note, applicants that wish to progress from the Foundation Year to MPharm Pharmacy (B230/B231) at the University of Bradford will require satisfactory Medical and Disclosure and Barring Service checks in order to progress.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £19160 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford
BD7 1DP