About the course

Gain the skills and knowledge to kickstart your career in Health and Science on the T Level in Healthcare Science. Learners will be provided with an abundance of knowledge of fundamental scientific principles such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Anatomy and Physiology, as well as learning industry specific skills such as infection control and what it’s like to work within the health and science sector.  You will also complete a mandatory 315 hours of placement in a suitable setting across the 2 years of study. Studying a T Level in Healthcare Science will help you develop skills and professional behaviours that could lead to exciting careers.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English,  Mathematics and Science or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

Modules

In their first year on the course, students will cover core elements in working within the health and science sector, including physics, chemistry, biology and anatomy & physiology. These will equip them with the knowledge and skills to complete externally assessed exams, including an employer set project that assess skills that mimic industry related situations. In their second year on the course, students will complete occupational specialist elements covering knowledge and skills that work towards completing internal and external synoptic assessments.

Assessment

You will be assessed by a combination of exam assessment, project work and synoptic assessment. Core Knowledge - Year 1 Overall core component grade (A* to E and U) 2 papers - 70% weighting. Employer set Project (ESP) - 30% weighting. Study includes: Science core element - This is assessed by written examination. Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Pathway core element - this covers working in the health and science sector. This is assessed by written examination. Subjects you will study include: Working in the Health and Science Sector Good Scientific and Clinical Practice Infection prevention and control Safeguarding Diseases and disorders of the human body Occupational specialism - Year 2 Assisting with Healthcare Science - synoptic assessment to achieve a distinction/merit/pass. Topics you will study to develop occupational competence could include: Assist with physiological measurements Assist with specimen collection & point of care testing Specimen analysis Industrial placement experience - students are required to complete a minimum of 315 hours industry placement.

Careers & Progression

Clinical Analyst, Clinical Scientist, Dental Nurse, Healthcare Science Associate, Healthcare Assistant, Healthcare Science Practitioner, Medical Laboratory Technician, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, Radiography.

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