BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) at Swansea University

Programme overview

The Cardiac Physiology degree provides the scientific, clinical and technical knowledge to provide specialised care to people living with or suspected of having cardiac disease. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the heart with diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, combining academic work with practical clinical skills in specialised healthcare settings.

Department: School of Health and Social Care | Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study) | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers professional and clinical practice in cardiovascular, respiratory and sleep sciences, anatomy and physiology, introduction to cardiovascular science and respiratory and sleep physiology. Year 2 includes measurement of resting cardiovascular function, provocation testing and a work-based placement, and Year 3 includes a research project and a second placement.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to join the voluntary register with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or the Academy of Healthcare Science and work as independent practitioners; NHS starting salary is GBP 32,073 rising to GBP 39,043, with prospects in research, education, management, government and the private sector.

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Entry requirements

Typical A-level offer minimum BBB including Biology; Access to Science: Distinction and Merit profile (Access to Healthcare and Access to Healthcare and Nursing not accepted); BTEC DDD; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: Pass at B plus either BB at A level (one in Biology) or DD at BTEC; Irish Leaving Certificate 360. Minimum five GCSE passes at grade A*-C/9-4 including Welsh/English language, Maths and Science. Applicants who meet the entry requirements are invited to interview (in person or by telephone or video call). Offers are conditional on a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or approved equivalent), an occupational health declaration and assessment, and a satisfactory educational reference.

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study)

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