New College Durham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This exciting two-year Foundation Degree in Healthcare Practice is delivered by industry professionals with extensive experience in the sector. The North East requires a steady supply of healthcare workers to maintain a strong workforce. This degree programme aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours to work alongside registered healthcare professionals or to progress in your studies. Upon completion of the FdSc Healthcare Practice, you will have acquired a range of skills relevant to healthcare practices such as critical thinking to be able to confidentially evaluate healthcare practices while applying evidence-based approaches. You will be able to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and communicate effectively, having the opportunities to develop the leadership and management skills necessary to facilitate effective healthcare and health promotion. The programme also offers practical elements, including developing the ability to assess and manage a patient’s needs while utilising our exciting state-of-the-art simulated learning environment.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HPF5
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Standard entry requirements You will meet the following criteria: Aged 18 years or older Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification with a minimum of 32 UCAS points (BTEC, A-Levels or a T-Level) Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above A minimum of grade 4 in GCSE maths and English or Functional Skills Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in line with college policy Non-standard entry requirements For mature students (aged 21 by 31 December of the year of admission) or those with the adequate qualifications or experience to gain access to the course, you will also hold: Grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English or Functional Skills An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in line with college policy International applicants You will be required to provide evidence that your English Language ability is an overall IELTS score of 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening. All applicants will be required to attend an interview where you will be asked a series of standardised scenario-based questions to identify your knowledge, preparedness and aspirations. You will also complete a written test to assess your academic writing skills so we can make a student support referral if needed. This can be completed remotely if needed.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk/courses/health-education/fdsc-healthcare-practice#
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
New College Durham
Framwellgate Moor Centre
Durham
DH1 5ES