Foundation in Clinical Sciences and Medicine leading to BSc Clinical Sciences BSc (Hons)
Program start date | Application deadline |
2023-09-18 | 2023-06-30 |
2024-01-23 | - |
2024-04-24 | - |
Program Overview
Overview
This course is designed to help students access a range of science and health-related courses – including clinical sciences, medicine and pharmacy.
Entry onto this programme provides students with a unique and exciting opportunity to study science and health modules in preparation for progression onto the clinical sciences degree programme, and to support entry to health-related courses.
Historically, around 40 offers to study medicine have been made to Foundation in Clinical Sciences and Medicine leading to BSc Clinical Sciences students each year.
The course is aimed at a wide range of students, including those with a science background or non-science qualifications.
The aim of the programme is to provide you with an integrated knowledge and understanding of science and health-related issues, putting you in an excellent position to apply to medical school or a variety of courses leading to careers within the health sector or pharmaceutical industries.
On completion of the programme, many students have progressed to Medical School and the BSc (Hons) in Clinical Sciences. Students have also accessed many healthcare sciences programmes leading to careers including:
An important focus of Foundation in Clinical Sciences and Medicine leading to BSc Clinical Sciences is to encourage progression into medicine and healthcare education from under-represented groups. In addition to progression onto the BSc (Hons) in Clinical Sciences, we have an established partnership with Sheffield Medical School so that Foundation in Clinical Sciences and Medicine leading to BSc Clinical Sciences provides a formal opportunity for widening participation students to apply to enter the MBChB at Sheffield (subject to meeting academic, widening participation, UCAT and passing the Mulitple Mini Interview criteria - please see
Sheffield Medical School's website
for further details). This opportunity is only available to home students.In addition to our relationship with Sheffield Medical School, the high quality of our Foundation programme means that it is also recognised by other medical schools. Students have applied successfully to Leeds, Hull, York, Brighton and Sussex, and Norwich medical schools. Please check individual medical school websites for more information relating to their entry requirements.
Program Outline
What you will study
All module information is for 2022 entry, and is subject to change.
First year
Core (Foundation Year)
Second year
Third year
Fourth year
and/or
Placement (Clinical Sciences)Final year
Core
Optional
Learning and assessment
The learning, teaching and assessment strategies recognise the wide diversity of educational backgrounds with which you may enter the programme and the different exit points of students and graduates.
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 in order for you to gain feedback and monitor your own progress.
Your knowledge and understanding and discipline skills are developed through lectures, laboratory sessions, workshops, tutorials and self-directed learning. Case studies, group work, individual assignments, verbal presentations, problem-based learning and a personal development portfolio will be used to refine your personal, transferable and specialist skills.
Official programme specification
Career support
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the
Careers
website.Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of our programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.
The Careers and Professional Development module
Our core stage two module prepares you for making effective career decisions on leaving the University. You will learn how to evaluate your own skills, abilities, interests and values, and to relate these to a range of career options.
You will develop employability skills such as CV preparation, interview techniques and presentation delivery.
Career prospects
This programme prepares you for a wide range of
NHS careers
and roles in the private sector. Recent graduates have gone on to roles such as:
More on career pathways
.University of Bradford
Overview:
The University of Bradford is a public research university located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to social mobility. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university provides a vibrant student life experience with a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can expect a welcoming and supportive campus environment.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong research focus:
The university is recognized for its high-quality research, with 77% of its research impact rated internationally excellent or world-leading.Social mobility:
The University of Bradford is ranked first in England for its impact on social mobility.Value for money:
The university's Distance Learning MBA is ranked the best value for money by the Financial Times.Excellent academic programs:
The university excels in various fields, including Physiotherapy, Forensic Science, and Children's Nursing.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Business:
The University of Bradford's Business School is recognized for its support of firms and students.Nursing:
The university provides financial help for nursing students.Computer Science:
The university has invested £600k in new computer science labs.Other:
The university also offers programs in various other fields, including engineering, law, and the arts.Other:
The university is a member of Yorkshire Universities and is a Stonewall Diversity Champion. It has also received the Athena Swan Bronze Award and the Queen's Anniversary Prizes.
Entry requirements
Typical offer - 104 UCAS tariff points from 3 full A level or equivalent qualifications.
A levels
104 UCAS tariff points from 3 A levels. There are no specific subject requirements.
T levels
Not accepted for this course.
BTEC Extended Diploma
DMM. There are no specific subject requirements.
Applicants on Access Programmes
106 UCAS tariff points from an Access to Higher Education Diploma. There are no specific subject requirements.
International Baccalaureate requirements
104 UCAS tariff points from 3 HL subjects plus HL 3 or SL 4 in Maths and English Language and Literature A or English B.
Plus minimum of
GCSE English Language, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry (or Combined Science) at grade C or 4.
English language requirements
Minimum IELTS at 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each sub-test) or the equivalent.
If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course.
See the Language Centre for more details
. For further information on English Language requirements please see the dedicatedinternational entry requirements page
.If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course.
See the Language Centre for more details
. For further information on English Language requirements please see the dedicatedinternational entry requirements page
.