Health Care and Social Care
MPharm ( Hons ) Pharmacy
What ’ s this course about ?
Play a part in the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn how to use modern drug tech . Practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhC ( General Pharmaceutical Council ) registered pharmacists and get valuable on-the-job experience with patients and the public on placements .
BSc ( Hons ) Social Work
What ’ s this course about ?
Social workers change lives for the better and help protect some of society ’ s most vulnerable people . On this degree , approved by Social Work England , you ’ ll develop the skills you need to graduate and apply to register as a social worker . You ’ ll study varied topics and learn through simulation , group work and skills workshops .
UCAS CODE : B230
Duration 4 years full time
Requirements
120 – 128 from 3 A levels , or equivalent , to include 40 points from A level Chemistry , and 40 points from an A level in a second Science subject or Mathematics . Other qualifications are considered including BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science at DDM-DDD plus A level Chemistry . For A levels which include a separate science practical component , a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application .
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an online values based interview , including situational
UCAS CODE : L500
Duration 3 years full time
Requirements
112 – 120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent , one of which must be in a relevant subject ( Anthropology , Criminology , Critical Thinking , English , Health & Social Care , Law , Philosophy , Politics , Psychology , R . E , Sociology , Social Policy , Theology ). Access courses in Health and Social Care are also acceptable .
Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited to a staged , holistic and multidimensional selection day which has been designed in accordance with Social Work England ' s standards . The assessment day will commence with all shortlisted applicants completing a written task , which is assessed as a pass or fail . In accordance with Social Work judgement test , which will be used alongside your application to determine your suitability for this course .
Applicants should be aware that any offer on the course is subject to passing an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) check , and occupational health assessment of fitness to study , which will be conducted after enrolment on the course .
Please note : A levels in Applied Science , General Studies , Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not normally accepted .
Accreditation
General Pharmaceutical Council ( GPhC )
will assess applicants ’ command of English , ability to analyse and present written information , motivation to become a social worker , knowledge of the social work profession and relevant policies and legislation and ICT skills . Applicants who pass the written assessment will be invited to attend an individual interview on the same day .
International applicants must provide a satisfactory police check / certificate of good conduct from their home country ( with a certified English translation if necessary ), before admission to the programme can be confirmed .
All successful applicants will be asked to complete confidential Occupational Health , immunisation , and Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) checks .
Accreditation Approved by Social Work England
BA ( Hons ) History
What ’ s this course about ?
Explore the past to understand the here and now . Uncover evidence that shines new light on societies around the world . You ’ ll see how diverse people responded to the times they lived in – and how their actions still shape our world today . Portsmouth is a city where a rich past meets a vibrant present , with a wealth of local , national and international histories . From Tudor buildings to D-Day landing craft to the millennial Spinnaker Tower , it ’ s the ideal place to create your own immersive and relevant degree .
UCAS CODE : V100
BA ( Hons ) History and Politics
What ’ s this course about ?
With a central theme of ‘ changing the world ’, this interdisciplinary course will equip you to address global challenges including social justice , inequality and migration . You ’ ll explore the impact of key moments in global politics , both past and present , to understand how they have shaped the world we live in today . By retracing historic and contemporary political and social conflicts , revolutions and protest movements , you ’ ll make sense of the here and now .
BA ( Hons ) International Development
What ’ s this course about ?
Learn to address some of the major global challenges of our time such as poverty and hunger , environmental sustainability , universal education and healthcare . Expand your understanding of the role and purpose of cooperation between governments , international organisations and non-governmental organisations ( NGOs ) in international development , using this to gain insights into strategies to improve people ’ s lives on a global scale .
UCAS CODE : VL29
UCAS CODE : L902
108
England standards , the written element
109
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements
104 – 112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent , to include a relevant subject .
Humanities pathways available , see page 69 for more information .
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements
96 – 112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent , to include a relevant subject .
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements
104 – 112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
Humanities pathways available , see page 69 for more information .
Optional pathways
There are optional pathways through this degree that let you combine your historical studies with another interest . These pathways lead to the following exit awards when you finish the course :
BA ( Hons ) History with American Studies
BA ( Hons ) History with Sociology
You can also include History as a pathway in English Literature or International Relations .
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Optional pathways
Study International Development alongside Sociology , leading to the exit award :
BA ( Hons ) International Development with Sociology
History , Politics and International Relations