Higher/Degree Apprenticeship Healthcare Science Practitioner (Physiological Sciences)

Professional accreditation

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you'll achieve a BSc(Hons) in Healthcare Science, with recognition of your specialist pathway in Physiological Sciences:

• cardiac physiology
• respiratory and sleep physiology
• or neurophysiology.

The apprenticeship is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science as part of Health Education England.

Study facilities

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll have access to student support, multi-million pound science laboratories and the latest industry equipment, including our CT scanner.

You'll also have 24/7 access to IT support, whether you're on campus or at your workplace.

Find out more about our state-of-the-art facilities.

Typical offers

• Tariff points: 96
• GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent (we accept Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English).
• A-level subjects: Grade C or above in one of the subject requirements shown below.
• Specific subjects: Physiological Sciences: Biology, Applied Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Health and Social Care, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Applied Science, Science in Society, Sport and Physical Education, Sports Studies.
• Relevant subjects: Applicants with the following additional qualifications are also welcome to apply to their respective pathway. Please note that the full entry requirements are still required and that those listed below may form a part of any offer: SCST diploma in ECG Interpretation, ARTP exam.
• EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: You'll need a minimum of five units in an acceptable subject. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email us. For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page.
• Access: 15 Level 3 credits at merit or above in the subjects shown above.
• Baccalaureate IB: At least Grade 5 in a higher level subject in one of the subjects shown above.
• Irish Highers: H2 in a subject shown above.
• T Levels: A good pass (A*-C) in Healthcare Science or Science.

Entry requirements

To be an apprentice, you must be employed in a role that is relevant to the skill, trade or occupation you're being trained for. As part of your commitment to the apprenticeship, you'll have to complete at least six hours per week of off-the-job learning activity within your normal contracted working hours, which is supported by your employer. 

We use the UCAS Tariff system to make offers to applicants. You can use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to convert your qualifications and grades into points.

Please note: if you have more than 4 years' extensive and relevant work experience the typical offer may be reduced. For example from 96 to 64 UCAS Tariff Points.

In addition, all applicants are required to complete:

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check* - applicants are required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check with UWE Bristol. Offers of a place will be subject to Disclosure of Criminal Background. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 does not apply and all convictions, including those which are spent, must be disclosed. This is in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
• Occupational Health* - you must be in good health and up-to-date with all routine immunisations that are required for working in health and social care settings.Employers will be required to share applicant's Occupational Health Clearance with UWE Bristol before they start their course.

*All information will be treated in confidence and only taken into account when absolutely necessary.

ESFA eligibility requirements

To study an apprenticeship, you need to:

• be aged 16 years or over
• be an EEA citizen (with Right to Work in the UK) and not be in any other kind of full-time education (including being enrolled on any other apprenticeship programme)
• be employed (for at least the full planned duration of your apprenticeship) in a role that is linked to the appropriate industry for the apprenticeship training
• receive at least legal minimum wage for apprentices (wages vary depending on experience, employer and level or type of apprenticeship)
• commit to at least 6 hours per week of apprenticeship training during your normal working hours
• have support from your employer, including a mentor/line manager. Your employer is also responsible for funding your apprenticeship.

More information about eligibility for apprenticeship funding is available on the GOV.UK website. 

How to apply

Employed

If you’re interested in applying and have the support from your employer, speak to your line manager and/or HR team in the first instance for approval. Your employer will contact us so we can send you an application link.

Unemployed

If you’re not employed, you can use the following tools to find an apprenticeship vacancy with an employer:

• Employer’s careers page
• Find an Apprenticeship
• UCAS Apprenticeship search

For more guidance on higher and degree apprenticeship applications.

For further information

For course-specific enquiries, please contact the Programme Leader.

For all other enquiries, please email our Apprenticeship Hub apprenticeships@uwe.ac.uk or call +44 (0)117 32 84888.

For further information about Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.