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COURSES AT UNIVERSITY

*Name of presenter*

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FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES

• Top 20 Universities in the UK for Nursing (Guardian University Guide 2013)

• September 2011 - £10 million new building

• Practice simulation suites

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• OUR FACILITIES

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Our Facilities

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NHS FUNDED COURSES

• BSc (Hons) Nursing - 45 weeks

(Adult, Mental Health, Child)

• BSc (Hons) Midwifery - 45 weeks

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography - 36 weeks

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy - 32 weeks

• BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy - 32 weeks

Practice as a healthcare professional

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TEACHING AND LEARNING

• Courses are a blend of theory and practice

• Opportunity for multi-professional learning

• Clinical placements

• Variety of settings

• Geographical location

• Support in practice

• Shift work

• Assessed element of course

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - ACCESS

• Nursing

Children's:

• 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 Level 3 credits at Merit. This must include a science module at Merit or above for applicants who do not already have GCSE science grade A*-C.

Adult and Mental Health:

• 45 Level 3 credits at Merit. This must include a science module at Merit or above for applicants who do not already have GCSE science grade A*-C.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - ACCESS

• Midwifery / Physiotherapy30 level 3 credits at Distinction (to include 15 credits in biology) and 15 level 3 credits at merit.

• Diagnostic Radiography30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 credits at merit.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - ACCESS

• Occupational Therapy 30 level 3 credits at Distinction (to include 15 credits in biology/psychology/sociology) and 15 level 3 credits at merit.

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• GCSE Requirements – English Language/Maths

• Key Skills Level 2 Qualifications

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - UCAS TARIFF

• Nursing - 300 pts (Child), 280 pts (Adult/Mental Health)

• Occupational Therapy - 320 pts - Psychology/Sociology

• Physiotherapy - 320 pts - Biology/Human Biology/Sports Science/PE

• Midwifery - 320 pts

• Diagnostic Radiography - 320 pts -Technology based subject

• GCSE Requirements vary – English Language/Maths

• Key Skills Level 2 Qualifications

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NON ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

• Occupational Health check - online and appointment

• Second reference - employment/volunteering

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NHS FUNDING

• Applicable to some health related courses

• Course fees paid

• £1000 non income assessed bursary for all students

• Income assessed bursary varies on:• Family income• Length of course• Where you live during your studies

• Reduced student loan

• Travel, uniforms and childcare

• NHS Student Bursary website• Bursary calculator• Full course listings

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BSc (Hons) HEALTH, WELLBEING AND SOCIAL CARE

• 3 year degree with work placements

• 240 UCAS points + GCSE English Language Grade C. Access Programmes - 45 level 3 credits to include 30 credits at merit.

• General health and social care focus

• Health & Social Care Policy

• Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health & Social Care

• Complementary & Alternative Medicine

• Community Health & Wellbeing

• Funding via Student Finance England20th Aug 2014

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BSc (Hons) SPORT REHABILITATION

• 3 year degree with work placements

• 280 UCAS points (Grade B or equivalent in Biology, Human Biology, Sports Science or PE) + GCSE English Language/Maths Grade C

• Access Programmes - 15 level 3 credits at Distinction in Biology and 30 level 3 credits at merit

• Accredited by BASRaT

• Management & Rehabilitation of Musculoskeletal Injuries

• Advice on Sport Performance & Healthy Lifestyles

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PERSONAL STATEMENTS

• Why do you want to study the course?

• What research have you done?

• What have you learnt from any profession specific work experience?

• How can you demonstrate that you have the transferable skills and personal qualities required?

• What are your hobbies and interests?

• How can you stand out from other applicants?

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SHORTLISTING

• Check qualifications

• Shortlist against course specification

• Focused personal statement

• Appropriate reference

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INTERVIEWS

• Interview formats

• How can you prepare?

• Group, literacy and numeracy tests

• Applicant visit days

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EMPLOYABILITY

• Employment and further study

2013 Graduates (6 months after graduation)

• Nursing -100%

• Midwifery - 94%

• Occupational Therapy - 78%

• Physiotherapy - 96%

• Diagnostic Radiography - 94.5%

• Health and Social Care - 82%

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FIND OUT MORE

• Open Days

• Taster Days

• Applicant Visit Days

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Thank You

Any Questions?

www.bradford.ac.uk/health

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