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Healthcare Science (Neurophysiology) at Swansea University - UCAS

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Course summary

Swansea University’s BSc in Neurophysiology will give you the expert training you need to begin a rewarding, highly skilled career working in the healthcare profession, diagnosing, and monitoring people with neurological disorders. You will learn about the function of the nervous system and the conditions that affect it, such as stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and nerve and muscle dysfunction. As you progress, you will develop the understanding and confidence to undertake specialist procedures in neurophysiology, combining your in-depth academic work with practical clinical skills in a range of specialised healthcare settings. Neurophysiology is an exciting field that requires a high level of responsibility and problem-solving ability. As a neurophysiologist, you will frequently carry out investigations in dedicated environments or departments, such as intensive care settings and operating theatres, working with patients of all ages. We are the only university in Wales to offer a BSc in Neurophysiology and our course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science. Our state-of-the-art facilities allow you to learn and practice your clinical and technical skills in our simulated clinical practice rooms. Equipped with the latest technology and equipment, each room offers a unique environment that replicates a wide range of realistic clinical settings. The rooms provide an excellent opportunity for you to put theory into practice and gain confidence and experience in clinical environments. You will spend around half of your course on clinical placements giving you greater insight into the skills you have learnt with our expert clinical teaching team. Clinical Placements will teach you how to present to patients and will embed your learning into your practise. The course is accredited by all the major regulatory bodies, and you will benefit from our strong links with the NHS and local health boards, with our nearest hospital being next to our Singleton Park campus. Many of our academic staff in Health Sciences are also practising clinicians, providing invaluable professional insight and expertise. You will also join a university that is: • 12th in the UK for Student Satisfaction – NSS 2021 • 15th in the UK for Course Satisfaction - Guardian University Guide 2023 • You will also be joining a Top 25 UK University (Guardian University Guide 2024)

Modules

Year 1 · Professional Practice 1 · Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare Science · Pathophysiology for Healthcare Science · Basics of Mathematics and Physics for Healthcare Science · Neurosensory Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology · Neurosensory Science · Neurosensory Clinical Measurement and Treatment Year 2 · Applied Neurophysiology and Instrumentation · Neuroanatomy and Physiology · Evoked Potentials · Clinical Neurophysiology 2 · Research Methods and Statistics · Instrumentation Signal Processing and Imaging · Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 1 (Neurophysiology) Year 3 · Specialist Neurophysiology · Abnormal EEG and Interpretation · Neuropathology · Professional Practice 3 · Healthcare Science Research Project · Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 2 (Neurophysiology)

Assessment method

You will be assessed via a variety of methods throughout the three years of study. You will complete written examinations, written assignments, presentations, case-based discussions and assessments of clinical competency. In year three, you will have the chance to complete a research project in your chosen healthcare science programme. The results of this will be presented as part of your dissertation and you will be involved in a peer-assessment scientific poster presentation.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
B1F5
Institution code:
S93
Campus name:
Singleton Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

This course is open to UK applicants only.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSE requirements: Minimum five grade A*-C/9-4 GCSE passes including Welsh/English language, Maths and a Physical Science or Double Award Science. If you are offered a place you will need a satisfactory character reference, an Occupational Health Check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or approved equivalent. All applicants will be required to complete an interview.


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this 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

For the latest fee information, please check the individual course page on our website. Our full range of programmes are listed here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/ Further information on tuition fees can be found here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/

Sponsorship information

This course is funded by the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme meaning students have their tuition fees covered providing they commit to work in NHS Wales for 2 years following graduation.

Healthcare Science (Neurophysiology) at Swansea University - UCAS