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International Foundation Certificate (IFC) and Extended IFC in Healthcare International Foundation Certificate (IFC) and Extended IFC in Healthcare What makes BPP’s IFC and Extended IFC in Healthcare stand out? •  ain the skills and knowledge you need for entry G onto BPP University’s healthcare programmes The International Foundation Certificate (IFC) in Healthcare is the ideal preparation for international students wishing to progress onto BPP University’s BSc (Hons) Psychology programme or our Higher Education Certificate in Health and Social Care. Educational Background H •  ave completed a minimum of 12 years of schooling, with evidence of good grades and an ability to successfully complete the programme • Progress automatically onto your BPP University healthcare programme on successful completion of all the programme assessments • Receive assistance from personal tutors and international student advisors to help you settle in and increase your confidence Designed using a combination of student feedback and input from experienced student tutors, you will gain a valuable grounding in scientific principles and a wider appreciation of society and culture in a healthcare context. •  earn from a select group of academic and L management professionals •  btain the knowledge, skills and confidence to O progress to the next level of study •  einforce your understanding through small-group R workshops and extensive online support Subjects include English Language, Study and Communication Skills plus core academic introductory subjects such as general science and biology. •  ou will have a minimum of 16 hours face-to-face Y tuition including breaks, plus homework and selfstudy to undertake •  tudy books or online study books are included S within the fees •  choice of start dates for added flexibility A •  evelop a solid foundation in general science in D preparation for your further studies Programme details Length of programme Study centres • IFC in Healthcare – two terms  London Shepherd’s Bush •  xtended IFC in Healthcare E - three terms Start dates Modes of study Entry requirements English Language IFC in Healthcare: • ELTS score of 5.5 overall (with 5.5 in writing) I or equivalent • January, May and September - IFC Classroom • January, May, July and September  - Extended IFC Assessment How to apply We use different methods of assessment, depending on the module. These include portfolio coursework, seen and unseen assessments, and examinations Extended IFC in Healthcare: • ELTS score of 5.0 overall (with 5.0 in writing) I or equivalent To apply online, please visit: www.bpp.com/applyonline or contact [email protected] for more information •  e 18 years or over at the start of the programme B Our International Office can assess your certificates and advise you if you meet the entry requirements. You can also visit our website for a list of entry requirements from your country. If you do not think you meet the entry requirements, but have other qualifications or work experience, please contact us. Modules IFC in Healthcare E -  nglish Language, Study and Communication Skills  - General Science  - Human Biology  - Society and Culture  40 credits 20 credits 40 credits 20 credits Extended IFC in Healthcare If you study the Extended IFC in Healthcare you will undertake all of the above plus additional English Language, Study and Communication Skills classes in the first term. Progression On successful completion of all the programme assessments students can progress to the following programmes: -  igher Education Certificate in Health and H Social Care - BSc (Hons) Psychology  Find out more For full details please visit: www.bpp.com/ifchealthcare 176 177