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Spanning three buildings across campus , the simulation facilities in our centre are designed to represent current clinical equipment and healthcare environments . Students learn by applying their classroom knowledge to the practical settings they ’ ll step into on placement and once they graduate . Simulation facilities include a hospital ward , operating theatre with a Human Patient Simulator , care home area and imaging suite .

BSc ( Hons ) Paramedic Science

What ’ s this course about ?

On this HCPC-accredited course , you ’ ll gain all the skills and experience you need to graduate and apply to become a HCPC-registered paramedic . You ’ ll develop skills working on medical manikins during simulated scenarios , in one of the nation ’ s leading healthcare teaching environments , the Centre for Simulation in Health and Care . You ’ ll also gain more than 1,500 hours of experience on placement with real paramedic teams and in clinical settings . Alongside excellent teaching , you ’ ll benefit from the support of a personal mentor within the Ambulance Service .

BSc ( Hons ) Pharmacology

What ’ s this course about ?

In our high-tech labs , you ’ ll use specialist equipment to study how drugs – such as painkillers , antibiotics , and chemotherapy agents – alter the body . You ’ ll study alongside researchers doing important work to understand how diseases such as cancer , asthma and Alzheimer ’ s can be treated . As well as exploring the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating diseases , you ’ ll investigate how cells communicate with each other , and why people ’ s bodies respond differently to the same drugs .

Duration

3 years full time

Requirements

120 – 128 points to include 32 points from an A level in a single Science subject , or equivalent .

Applicants must be 18 or over when the course starts . Applicants with a full , category B ( car ) driving licence should have no more than three penalty points .

Applicants will be required to take an admissions test .

All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview in support of their application .

You ’ ll also look at how new medicines are developed , tested and launched .

Duration

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

Requirements

112 – 120 from A levels , or equivalent , to include 32 points from Biology or

Chemistry , plus 32 points from a second pure Science subject or Mathematics . Applied Science not accepted .

For A levels which include a separate science practical component , a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application .

Accreditation

Royal Society of Biology ( RSB )

UCAS code : B900

Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course .

The Department of Health requires all new Exposure Prone Procedures ( EPP ) workers , including students , are tested for HIV , Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C . The consent , test and managed process of results will be carried out by our Occupational Health Department .

Accreditation

Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC )

Not available to International / EU students

UCAS code : B210

MPharm ( Hons ) Pharmacy

What ’ s this course about ?

Gain insight into the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn to use modern drug technology . Practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhCregistered pharmacists on the course and out in the field . From dispensing to undertaking medical history – you can hone your abilities in a fully-stocked model pharmacy and in simulated consultation and hospital spaces , as well as gaining experience with real patients on placements . We will prepare you for practice and the exciting new role of independent prescribing .

Duration

4 years full time

BSc ( Hons ) Social Work

What ’ s this course about ?

On this degree , approved by Social Work England , you ’ ll develop the skills you need to register as a Social Worker after graduation . You ’ ll study varied topics and learn through simulation , group work and skills workshops . Supported by experts with many years of social work experience , you ’ ll practise home visit scenarios , communication and observational skills , before helping vulnerable people and carers on your placement in the community .

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

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 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 judgement test , which will be used alongside your application to determine your suitability for this course .

( Anthropology , Criminology , Critical Thinking , English , Health and 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 England standards , the written element 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

UCAS code : B230

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 )

UCAS code : L500

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

This course was approved by the HCPC and is now approved by Social Work England

Approved by Social Work England

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